Infrastructure Cabling

Structured network cabling refers to the organized and standardized approach of designing and installing cabling systems to support various communication technologies within a building or campus. These cabling systems are the backbone of modern information and communication networks, including computer networks, telephone systems, and other data transmission systems. The primary goal of structured network cabling is to create a reliable and flexible infrastructure that can efficiently handle current and future communication needs.

Structured cabling systems adhere to specific standards set by organizations such as the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). These standards ensure consistency, compatibility, and performance across different installations.

Structured cabling is divided into subsystems to manage various types of communication within a building. The typical subsystems include:

Horizontal Cabling: Connects workstations and devices to the telecommunications rooms.

Backbone Cabling: Connects different telecommunications rooms and equipment rooms within a building or campus.

Telecommunications Room: Houses the connectivity equipment and serves as the distribution point for cabling.

Equipment Room: Houses active network equipment like switches, routers, and servers.

Ethernet cables (Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6a, Cat 7, etc.) for data networking.

Fiber optic cables for high-speed and long-distance communication.

These panels provide termination points for horizontal cables and allow easy connection and reconfiguration of devices in a network.

These components connect devices like computers, phones, and printers to the cabling system.

These structures house networking equipment and ensure proper organization and ventilation.

After installation, structured cabling systems undergo thorough testing to ensure compliance with standards and optimal performance. Certifying the cabling system involves various tests to measure parameters like signal loss, crosstalk, and impedance.