**Item Description:**
Up for sale is a **brand new, unopened** cable from RadioShack: Model **278‑2011**, a **CAT5e crossover cable** with RJ‑45 connectors. Barcode label and original packaging are intact. See photos for condition.
**Key Features:**
* Cable type: **CAT5e** (meets or exceeds enhanced Category 5 specifications)
* Usage: crossover configuration — designed for connecting like devices (e.g., PC‑to‑PC, hub‑to‑hub, or switch‑to‑switch) without needing a router or uplink port
* Connectors: RJ‑45 male on both ends
* Condition: Still in original packaging, never opened or used
* Ideal for: Vintage/fixed‑network installations, legacy setups, or collectors of RadioShack gear
**Why It’s Valuable:**
Crossover cables like this are becoming harder to find, especially new, sealed units from RadioShack. If you need the exact configuration for older network devices that don’t auto‑negotiate cross/straight, this cable works. Even for modern use, it adds a neat historical piece to your networking toolkit.
**Condition & Packaging:**
* Packaging: Original factory sealed (please examine photos for yellowing of the packaging.
* Cable: New
* Barcode label present (see image)
* No signs of use, no damage
**Note:**
Because this is an older model, don’t assume it’s “gigabit‑optimized” cable unless verified; while CAT5e supports higher speeds, real‑world performance may vary based on length, termination and network devices. But for the many use‑cases and especially for legacy hardware this is the right pick.
