The development of a 10GBASE-T Standard (expected late 2006 from IEEE 802.3) has presented new challenges for twisted-pair copper cabling infrastructure. Modelling and experiments indicate that this application may require an operating bandwidth of 500MHz or more - far beyond the capabilities of today's Category 6.

The AMP NETCONNECT XG Copper Cabling Solution overcomes many obstacles including ANEXT problems and will support 10GBASE-T to 100m. Our cable and connecting hardware designs minimize the adverse effects of ANEXT, resulting in a high signal-to-noise ratio. The AMP NETCONNECT XG Copper System offers the transmission capacity needed for 10GBASE-T. Intensive lab tests, applying worst case installations in conjunction with testing up to 625 MHz, and the extensive proven experience in the field have demonstrated these superior cable, connector, and patch panel designs which fully support the proposed 10G data rates.