Data Cabling Overview

Data networks are being asked to do more than ever before. As technology continues to evolve, the corporate network must support voice, data, video and multimedia applications. The growing size of networks and the introduction of higher-speed access methods create an overwhelming need for reliable, manageable cabling systems.  Careful planning will prevent congestion that can dramatically diminish your network performance.

We are experienced and certified in several media including:

  • Category 3
  • Category 5e
  • Category 6
  • Category 6A
  • Fiber Optics

The design of the cabling solution should be done in conjunction with the design of the Local Area Network solution.  The two designs need to complement each other and the one is 100% dependent of the other.  The quality of the data cabling installation will determine the reliability of the entire data network.

Cable testing plays an important role in the process. Common tests for datacom cabling include length, wiremap, attenuation, NEXT, DC loop resistance, and return loss.  Cable testing provides a level of assurance that the installed cabling links provide the desired transmission capability to support the data communication desired by the users.

We invested in the tools and equipment necessary to comply with high level tests which can be classified into one of the three hierarchical groups: certification, qualification, or verification.

 

Step 1 - Plan and Design

A structured cabling system is as important to the success of your organization as the people are who work in it.  Best time to start with the design is before the concrete is dry.  This will ensure adequate cable ways, conduits and cabinet space is taken into account.

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Step 2 - Implement

You can invest in the best cable and hardware, but if they’re not installed properly, they won’t work, or at least they won’t work well.

 

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Step 3 - Test and Document

Once you install your structured cabling infrastructure, you have to test its performance. Just because you bought the best materials and followed all the installation recommendations, it doesn’t mean your system is going to work flawlessly

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