2021 Trends in Cabling Data Centers – Part 1
There are several trends involving cabling data centers and local area networks that will become more important in 2021 and they are summarized as follows.
The Ideal Cabling Infrastructure for Data Centers – Part 2
As discussed in Part 1, properly designed, installed, and managed cabling infrastructure is crucial for the success of a data center. Part 2 will discuss Structured Cabling, Copper & Fiber Combination, Horizontal & Vertical Wire Managers, and Positioning & Support System.
The Ideal Cabling Infrastructure for Data Centers – Part 1
Ranging from basic communications to sophisticated internet-enabled devices, there are many interconnections within every IT infrastructure. Thus, a large volume of data is generated, which data centers process and store for accessibility. As a result, data centers have become an important component of modern companies. They provide data backup, recovery, cloud storage, processing power, and more.
Introduction to Best Practices for Data Center Cabling
Modern data centers contain numerous bandwidth-intensive devices. Cables are required by these devices for interconnections, and must be flexible, provide excellent performance, and offer high reliability to meet ever increasing demands. A data center’s cabling infrastructure must be both manageable and scalable.
Considerations for Re-Cabling Your Data Center
Your team may be thinking about re-cabling the company’s data center. Business may have been hurt by a slow network caused by outdated cabling unable to cope with significantly increasing traffic. Moreover, new hardware may have been added without using cabling best practices, resulting in messy tangles of disorganized cables.
Structured Cabling and Its Benefits for Data Centers – Part 2
As discussed in Part 1, modern data centers strive to implement a well-designed structured cabling system. Part 2 will discuss the Benefits of Structured Cabling, Importance of Performance, and High Quality Cables.
Structured Cabling and Its Benefits for Data Centers – Part 1
As the demand for data grows exponentially, data center space requirements are increasingly becoming critical factors for businesses. Thus, both modularity and scalability must be incorporated into the design of cabling infrastructure. There is also a greater emphasis on making cooling more efficient and decreasing energy usage to reduce costs.
Improving Your Company’s Wired Network Security – Part 2
As covered in Part 1, due to threats from both insiders and outsiders, the security of wired networks should get more priority than wireless networks. Below covers four more basic precautions that every business should take for protecting its system and data.
Improving Your Company’s Wired Network Security – Part 1
Focusing on network security only in terms of wireless is understandable. Hackers have breached systems via Wi-Fi by detecting their SSID and launching a cyber attack beyond its premises. However, the security of the wired networks should receive greater priority after considering both insider and outsider threats. Below we'll cover the first four of eight basic precautions every business should take for protecting its system and data.
Why Structured Cabling is Crucial for Infrastructure – Part 2
As discussed in Part 1, the integrity of every network depends on the quality of its structured cabling. However, many do not understand how crucial cabling is. Part 2 will discuss the Four Key Advantages of structured cabling.
Proper documentation illustrating the design of the network and the infrastructure, along with cable labeling, eases troubleshooting when needed. Knowing a network infrastructure’s pathways for cable runs and the layout of data closets will save time and effort in typical tasks such as patching. Documentation also helps speed up updates, training, and maintenance.
The trade organization BICSI has published training manuals regarding the TIA/EIA/IEEE standards developed by key industry stakeholders for structured cabling. Those standards focus on the technical requirements of 90v IoT and PoE devices, which play an increasing role in cabling infrastructure; following these standards will help with regulatory compliance.
Structured cabling also improves security. Well-defined, structured cabling infrastructure also makes it easier for IT managers to oversee and authorize any changes through documentation, CAD drawings, and photos.
Greater reliability is provided by structured cabling, decreasing the likelihood a network will lose packets, suffer drop offs, and experience latency. Network infrastructure featuring the newest technology in cabling results in faster data transfer rates.
The utilization of higher category cables such as Cat6a and Cat7 will provide the bandwidth and speed necessary to accomplish the day-to-day tasks of modern offices and facilities. In addition, companies utilizing standardized structured cabling with several locations spread across the country will enjoy greater reliability.
Structured cabling standards developed by industry experts are intended to improve the efficiency of companies that follow them. Following best practices for installing, terminating, labeling, and operating save significant time and money.
Savings result from making an up-front investment in structured cabling because it will save resources over the operational life of the infrastructure by easing MACs (moves, additions, and changes). There is also value in being consistent at every location, easing IT management throughout an organization.
Progressive Office Cabling
Founded in 1986, Progressive Office’s success has been a direct result of years of commitment to seeking cost-effective solutions. Working together, Progressive teams are committed to getting your data cabling, access control, and telecom systems installed and operating while minimizing disruption and downtime. Call our toll free number (800) 614-4560 today.
Documentation Improves Support
Proper documentation illustrating the design of the network and the infrastructure, along with cable labeling, eases troubleshooting when needed. Knowing a network infrastructure’s pathways for cable runs and the layout of data closets will save time and effort in typical tasks such as patching. Documentation also helps speed up updates, training, and maintenance.
Easing Compliance & Improving Security
The trade organization BICSI has published training manuals regarding the TIA/EIA/IEEE standards developed by key industry stakeholders for structured cabling. Those standards focus on the technical requirements of 90v IoT and PoE devices, which play an increasing role in cabling infrastructure; following these standards will help with regulatory compliance.
Structured cabling also improves security. Well-defined, structured cabling infrastructure also makes it easier for IT managers to oversee and authorize any changes through documentation, CAD drawings, and photos.
Greater Reliability & Speed
Greater reliability is provided by structured cabling, decreasing the likelihood a network will lose packets, suffer drop offs, and experience latency. Network infrastructure featuring the newest technology in cabling results in faster data transfer rates.
The utilization of higher category cables such as Cat6a and Cat7 will provide the bandwidth and speed necessary to accomplish the day-to-day tasks of modern offices and facilities. In addition, companies utilizing standardized structured cabling with several locations spread across the country will enjoy greater reliability.
Savings of Time & Money
Structured cabling standards developed by industry experts are intended to improve the efficiency of companies that follow them. Following best practices for installing, terminating, labeling, and operating save significant time and money.
Savings result from making an up-front investment in structured cabling because it will save resources over the operational life of the infrastructure by easing MACs (moves, additions, and changes). There is also value in being consistent at every location, easing IT management throughout an organization.
Progressive Office Cabling
Founded in 1986, Progressive Office’s success has been a direct result of years of commitment to seeking cost-effective solutions. Working together, Progressive teams are committed to getting your data cabling, access control, and telecom systems installed and operating while minimizing disruption and downtime. Call our toll free number (800) 614-4560 today.