Category: Cable Management
Cable management components and systems used in the communication networks
Wall Mount Patch Panel Basics and User Guide
Patch panel, an indispensable cable managing device, has been divided into a wall mount patch panel and rack mount patch panel for different applications. In the previous article, we have explored the rack mount patch panel. Therefore, in this time we will continue to explore the other branch of patch panel: wall mount patch panel. What Is Wall Mount Patch…
Cat6 Patch Panel vs Cat6a: Difference and Usage
Patch panels are always the indispensable component of tidy and neat cabling system in the data center. There are many Ethernet patch panel types available on the market. According to different cable types, there are different patch panels, such as the cat6 patch panel and cat6a patch panel. Then what’s cat6 and cat6a patch panel? Will Cat6 patch panel work…
How to Prepare for Server Rack Installation
High-density cabling in data centers is increasingly tied to the server rack. Because server racks make it easy to manage cabling systems and protect fibers from external mechanical damage. However, this is only possible if server racks are properly installed and used. In this post, some tips and accessories for server rack installations are listed. Choose the Right Server Rack…
How to install a Keystone Patch Panel?
In this article, we will focus on the installation of a keystone patch panel. Before, we have introduced many solutions for cable management, such as horizontal/vertical organizers, patch panels, rack-mounted enclosures, etc. In this post, we will take the keystone patch panel as a case to illustrate how to install it. An Overview of Keystone Patch Panel Before the installation,…
Horizontal Cable Management VS Vertical Cable Management: Which to Choose?
Efficient cable management has been an indispensable aid for the cable organization, no matter it is vertical cable management or horizontal cable management. Owing to the more and more complicated network, well-managed cabling has been a pressing job for most network installers and IT technicians. Therefore, proper cable management means a lot to them. However, faced with two frequently used…
Server Rack Cable Management: What Is the Best Practice?
Data centers today consist of rows of server racks and network cabinets to support an abundance of data cables, power cords, and network devices. Deliver proficient cable management within a confined and tightly-spaced server rack is quite difficult. However, cable management is no longer a nightmare if you follow the right guide and work with some test-and-tried tools. Here we’d…