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Cat5e UTP Patch Cable | 2 Metre Length | RJ45 Connectors Both Ends | Gigabit Ethernet
A short wired link from a router to a desk computer, TV or office printer, sold in a simple polybag.
Condition: New
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Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M is available at Mascom International for KSh 150, with an RJ45 plug on each end and support for Gigabit Ethernet at up to 1000Mbps. It comes brand new in its polybag under stock code CAT5E - 2M22. The cable is rated for 100MHz bandwidth, the signal capacity the Cat5e standard sets for Gigabit links. UTP stands for unshielded twisted pair, the everyday network cable found in most homes and offices. The Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M is in stock at our shop in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, ready for collection or delivery.
Built for home users, small offices and students across Kenya, the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M connects a router, switch or wall socket to a nearby computer, TV, decoder or games console. Wi-Fi often slows down when neighbours in a Kilimani or South B apartment block share the same channels, and video calls freeze at the worst moment. Two metres of cable removes that problem for any device sitting close to the router. Accountants filing KRA returns on iTax, university students streaming lectures and mobile gamers moving to a console all get a steady connection that holds when the microwave runs.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops hand over a loose cable with no paperwork, Mascom International sells the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M with a 6-month warranty and a receipt. Customers across Nairobi tell us a short cable is the first thing they need after a fibre installer leaves, because the router rarely sits beside the desk. At KSh 150, the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M is a low-cost fix for a patchy connection that keeps dropping during work calls. Walk into our Kimathi Street shop to collect one, or order on WhatsApp and pay when it arrives at your door.
Common Questions About the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable
How much is the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M in Kenya?
The Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M costs KSh 150 at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD, unused and still in its polybag. That price covers the cable and a 6-month warranty against manufacturing defects. We deliver with pay-on-arrival anywhere in Kenya, so you inspect the cable before you hand over cash or send M-Pesa. If two metres will not reach, the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 5M sells for KSh 750, which is KSh 600 more for the extra three metres.
Is the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M fast enough for Gigabit internet?
Yes, the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M supports Gigabit Ethernet, which carries up to 1000Mbps between two network devices. That matches the network ports on most home routers, desktops, TVs and consoles sold in Kenya today. The Cat5e standard allows Gigabit over runs up to 100 metres, so a 2-metre link sits far inside that limit. Your real internet speed still depends on your fibre or 5G package, because the cable only carries what the line delivers.
Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M or Cat6 UTP Patch Cable 2M: which should I buy?
For most homes, the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M at KSh 150 does the same job as the Cat6 UTP Patch Cable 2M at KSh 200. Both run Gigabit Ethernet and use RJ45 plugs. Cat6 is rated for 250MHz instead of 100MHz and can carry 10 Gigabit Ethernet over short runs, but only when your router, switch and computer all have 10 Gigabit ports. Pick Cat5e for Gigabit equipment, and pay the KSh 50 extra for Cat6 if faster office gear is coming.
Does the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M work with Safaricom Home Fibre and Zuku routers?
Yes, the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M plugs into the LAN ports on home routers from Safaricom Home Fibre, Zuku and Faiba, because they all use standard RJ45 sockets. Installers usually leave the router near a window or the point where the fibre enters the house, which is rarely next to the desk. A 2-metre cable suits a TV stand, decoder or computer within arm's reach of the router. For a router in the next room, the 5-metre version is the better length.
Can I connect a PS5 or Xbox with the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M?
The Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M fits the Ethernet port on the PlayStation 5 and on the Xbox Series X and Series S. A wired link gives online games a steadier connection than Wi-Fi, with fewer sudden lag spikes during matches in EA Sports FC or Call of Duty. Large game updates also tend to download faster when the household Wi-Fi is busy with phones and TVs. Two metres reaches a console placed on the same TV stand as the router.
Who should buy the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M, and who should skip it?
The Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M suits anyone whose computer, TV or console sits within two metres of a router, switch or network wall socket. Home users, small shops running a POS terminal and students with a desktop all fit that description. Skip it if the device is in another room or across an office; the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 5M covers that distance. Skip it too if you are wiring a building permanently, since that job needs installed cabling from a technician.
Will the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M work with my laptop?
The Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M works with any laptop that has an RJ45 Ethernet port, which includes many business laptops. Thin laptops and MacBooks have mostly dropped that port, so they need a USB-C or USB-A to Ethernet adapter first. Once connected, the cable gives you a Gigabit link for large file uploads, Teams calls and remote desktop sessions. Staff at Mascom International can tell you which adapter matches your laptop before you buy.
Why is my connection still slow after plugging in the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M?
If your computer reports a 100Mbps link instead of 1.0Gbps, a plug may not be fully seated or the port may be an older Fast Ethernet type. Unplug both ends, push each RJ45 plug in until it clicks, and check again. Your internet speed is also capped by your Safaricom or Zuku package, so no cable can push you past the speed you pay for. If the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M still fails, bring it to Mascom International for a warranty check.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Network Speed
- Gigabit Ethernet support — moves data at up to 1000Mbps, enough for 4K streaming, video calls and large downloads on one wired device.
- 100MHz rated bandwidth — the signal capacity set by the Cat5e standard, which is what lets the cable reach Gigabit speed reliably.
- 2-metre length — reaches from a router on a shelf to a TV, desktop or console on the same wall or stand.
- Twisted-pair wiring — each pair of wires is twisted together to cancel electrical noise, keeping the signal clean beside power cables and extension boards.
- Wide distance margin — the Cat5e standard covers links up to 100 metres, so a two-metre run works well inside its limits.
- Wired stability — unlike Wi-Fi, a cable does not weaken through walls or slow down when neighbouring routers share the same radio channels.
Compatibility With Devices and Networks
- RJ45 plugs on both ends — the standard Ethernet connector, fitting routers, switches, modems, laptops, desktops, TVs and network printers from any maker.
- Older 10/100 ports — the cable also works with older network ports, and the link simply runs at the speed of the slower device.
- Home fibre routers — plugs straight into the LAN ports on routers supplied by Kenyan fibre providers, with no setup or software needed.
- Gaming consoles — connects the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S to the router for steadier online play and faster updates.
- Laptops without a port — pair it with a USB-C or USB-A to Ethernet adapter to bring MacBooks and thin laptops onto a wired connection.
- Patch use — designed to link a device to a nearby wall socket, patch panel or switch, rather than to run inside walls or ceilings.
Build and Construction
- UTP construction — unshielded twisted pair, meaning there is no foil screen inside, which keeps the cable light, thin and easy to bend.
- Eight wires in four pairs — the full wiring Gigabit Ethernet needs, since Gigabit sends data over all four pairs at the same time.
- RJ45 latch clip — a small plastic tab locks each plug into the port so it cannot slip out, and releases with a light press.
- Flexible outer jacket — the plastic sleeve bends around desk corners and TV stands, so the cable sits neatly behind furniture.
- Indoor patch cable — made for indoor use, so keep it away from direct sun and rain on balconies or open verandas.
- Reversible fitting — either end can go into the router or the device, so there is no wrong way to connect it.
Inclusions and Packaging
- One Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M — a single 2-metre cable, supplied with RJ45 plugs already fitted on both ends and ready to use.
- Polybag packaging — packed in a plain polybag rather than a printed retail box, which is part of why it costs KSh 150.
- Unbranded cable — a generic cable with no brand name, sold on its standard Cat5e rating and checked by Mascom International staff.
- No tools needed — no crimping, drivers or settings; plug in both ends and the port lights confirm the link within seconds.
- Warranty cover — 6 months from Mascom International against manufacturing defects, handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk.
Package Contents
The Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M arrives in a plain polybag. Inside is one 2-metre network cable with an RJ45 plug fitted on each end, ready to connect the moment you open it. There is no retail box, manual, adapter or cable tie, because a plug-in network cable needs none of them. If your laptop has no Ethernet port, ask Mascom International about a USB to Ethernet adapter before checkout, so everything arrives in one delivery.
Warranty
The Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M carries a 6-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street. Bring the cable and your receipt, and our staff will test it on a live network port.
Where to Buy the Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M in Kenya
The Cat5e UTP Patch Cable 2M is in stock at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and our staff can test the cable on a live port before you pay. Jacket colour can vary between batches, so confirm the colour in stock on WhatsApp.
Reach our team on any of these channels:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver with pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, and other major towns such as Thika, Nakuru, Kisumu and Mombasa receive delivery on the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Every cable is backed by the 6-month warranty above. Mascom International lists honest specifications, prices every item accurately and stands behind what it sells long after the sale.
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