StarTech.com 48-Port 2U Rackmount Cat6 Patch Panel, RJ45, UTP, 110 Punch-Down, Cat 6 Ethernet Patch Panel for Network Server Rack

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For £83.66 ex-VAT, this StarTech 48‑port Cat6 patch panel is the kind of no-drama, “get the job done” rack accessory that’s actually good value—assuming you’re doing proper structured cabling and already have the right termination workflow. A 2U, 110 punch-down patch panel is ideal for datarooms and server racks where you want neat, reliable termination and easy re-patching without constantly touching the runs themselves. If you’re a reseller, integrator, or just a facilities team standardising on Cat6, this makes sense because StarTech tends to be dependable for rack hardware and punch-down panels, and 48 ports gives you breathing room without going full overkill.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it if your main goal is “KVM switches” in the sense most people mean (desk/workstation KVM wiring). Patch panels aren’t a KVM product—they’re for organising Ethernet/Cabling infrastructure. Also, make sure you truly need a patch panel with 110 punch-down style termination; if your installation plan is more geared to pre-terminated leads or you don’t have the right termination practice, you’ll hate your life halfway through. Bottom line: buy it if you’re building or cleaning up a network rack properly and want value for money; skip it if you’re expecting it to solve anything beyond tidy, maintainable Cat6 termination.