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Structured Cabling

Structured cabling
is the backbone of your
organization’s network infrastructure

Structured cabling is a standardized system of cabling and connectivity products that forms the backbone of a building or campus network infrastructure. Specifically, it provides a comprehensive and organized approach to designing, installing, and managing a network infrastructure. Therefore, this system supports various technologies and devices efficiently. 

Standards and Regulations:

Structured cabling systems are typically designed and installed following standards such as those published by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). These standards ensure compatibility, performance, and reliability.

In summary, structured cabling serves as the foundation for efficient and reliable network connectivity. Moreover, it offers scalability, flexibility, and future-proofing capabilities essential for modern communication and technology infrastructure.

Millions of blue cables together

At Active Infrastructure Communications, we pride ourselves on delivering structured cabling solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Key Components of Structured Cabling:

Cable Management:

Racks and Cabinets: Used to organize and secure network equipment and patch panels.
Cable Trays and Pathways: Provide routes for cables to ensure neat and organized installation.

Telecommunications Rooms (TRs):

Intermediate points where cabling from work areas converges and connects to the main distribution frame (MDF) or equipment room.

Connectivity Devices:

Patch Panels: Used to terminate horizontal and backbone cables, allowing easy connection and disconnection of equipment. Keystone Jacks and Connectors: Modular inserts that snap into patch panels and wall outlets, providing interfaces for network devices.

Cabling Infrastructure:

Horizontal Cabling: Connects telecommunications rooms (TRs) to individual outlets or work areas within a floor or building using twisted-pair copper cabling (e.g., Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a) or fiber optic cabling.
Vertical Cabling (Backbone): Connects TRs between different floors or buildings using fiber optic cables.

Benefits of Structured
Cabling

Scalability: Easily accommodates additions and changes to the network infrastructure without requiring major overhauls.
Futureproofing: Designed to meet current needs while allowing for future upgrades and advancements in technology.
Reliability: Reduces network downtime and maintenance costs through organized and standardized installation practices.
Flexibility: Supports various applications and technologies such as data, voice, video, and building automation systems over a single unified infrastructure.

Applications of Structured Cabling

Office Buildings: Provides connectivity for computers, phones, printers, and other devices throughout the building.
Data Centers: Forms the core infrastructure for data transmission between servers, storage devices, and networking equipment.
Educational Institutions: Supports network connectivity for classrooms, labs, administrative offices, and campus-wide communication.
Healthcare Facilities: Facilitates connectivity for electronic medical records (EMR), medical imaging systems, and patient monitoring devices.

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