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Product Features
Technical Overview
This patch panel incorporates 48 RJ-45 ports for Ethernet connections and 48 RJ-11 ports for telephony applications, providing dual-purpose functionality in a single unit. The unshielded design ensures reliable performance for Cat6 networks while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
Built with a 1U height profile, the panel fits standard 19" racks without consuming excessive vertical space. Its compact 6" width and 8" depth allow for efficient use of rack real estate, while the lightweight construction simplifies handling during installation.
Key Product Advantages
The TC-P48C6 delivers high port density in a space-efficient form factor, enabling organized cable management for medium to large network installations. Its dual compatibility with Ethernet and telephony ports reduces the need for separate panels, streamlining infrastructure.
Backward Compatibility
Supports legacy Cat3, Cat4, Cat5, and Cat5e cabling alongside Cat6, facilitating gradual network upgrades without requiring complete rewiring.
- Mixed-cable environment ready
- Reduces upgrade costs
- Maintains existing infrastructure
Installation Flexibility
Offers both rackmount and wallmount options, adapting to various deployment scenarios from data centers to office network closets.
- 19" rack compatible
- Wallmount brackets included
- 1U height efficiency
Deployment / Use Cases
This patch panel is ideal for data centers requiring high-density port aggregation, server rooms organizing switch-to-server connections, and enterprise network closets managing floor or building distribution.
Common applications include office network infrastructure, educational institution wiring, healthcare facility communications, and retail POS system cabling. The RJ-11 ports support analog telephone lines alongside Ethernet, useful for VoIP gateway connections or legacy phone systems.
Physical Profile
The panel measures 1" (25.40 mm) in height, 6" (152.40 mm) in width, and 8" (203.20 mm) in depth, with a weight of approximately 3.52 oz (99.79 g). Its fast black finish provides a professional appearance that blends with most rack environments. The compact dimensions minimize rack space consumption while providing full 48-port functionality.
- Width
- 19"
- Depth
- 8" (203.20 mm)
- Height
- 1" (25.40 mm)
- Weight
- 3.52 oz (99.79 g)
Highlights
- 48 RJ-45 ports for Ethernet network connections
- 48 RJ-11 ports for telephony applications
- 19" rackmount compatible with 1U height profile
- Wallmount installation option for flexible deployment
- Backward compatible with Cat3, Cat4, Cat5, and Cat5e cabling
- Unshielded design for Cat6 performance
- Fast black finish for professional appearance
- Lightweight construction at 3.52 oz (99.79 g)
- 3-year limited warranty for reliability assurance
- Dual-purpose functionality reduces infrastructure components
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | TRENDnet |
| Manufacturer Part Number | TC-P48C6 |
| Brand Name | TRENDnet |
| Product Model | TC-P48C6 |
| Product Name | Cat6 48-port Unshielded Patch Panel |
| Product Condition | New |
| Product Type | Network Patch Panel |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 48 |
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports | 48 |
| Number of RJ-11 Ports | 48 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Compatible Rack Width | 19" |
| Height | 1" (25.40 mm) |
| Width | 6" (152.40 mm) |
| Depth | 8" (203.20 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 3.52 oz (99.79 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 3 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What types of cabling is this patch panel compatible with?
The TRENDnet TC-P48C6 patch panel is compatible with Cat6, Cat5e, Cat5, Cat4, and Cat3 cabling standards. This backward compatibility allows it to work with existing network infrastructure during upgrades or in mixed-cable environments where different categories are deployed.
Can this patch panel be mounted in both racks and on walls?
Yes, the panel supports both 19" rackmount and wallmount installation. It has a standard 1U height for rack mounting in data centers or server rooms, and it includes provisions for wall mounting in network closets or other locations where rack space isn't available.
What is the purpose of having both RJ-45 and RJ-11 ports?
The 48 RJ-45 ports are for Ethernet network connections, while the 48 RJ-11 ports support analog telephone lines. This dual functionality allows the panel to handle both data and voice communications in a single unit, reducing the need for separate patch panels in environments with mixed infrastructure.