Structured Cabling Installation

Structured cabling is based on the following principles: Use standardized wiring and components; organize cables into categories that correspond to their function; and install cables in a predetermined sequence. A structured cabling system is a network wiring system that includes distinct components, such as the cables, connectors and systems. The organization and placement of cables is done to reduce noise and RF interference, and to prevent unauthorized usage.

There are two major standards for structured cabling: Category 5, and Category 6. Category 5 cabling connects devices to a central authority environment such as telephone exchanges and cable headends. It is required to have a specific gauge and can transmit gigabits per second. Category 6 cabling can be used to connect devices within a distributed authority environment such as offices or homes. It is smaller in gauge and can transmit 100 megabits per sec.

The principles of structured cabling are to use standardized wiring and components, organize cables into categories corresponding to their function, and installing the cables in a planned sequence. Structured cabling system is a network wiring installation comprising of distinctive components: the cable, connectors, and systems. Organization of the cables and their placement in order to minimize noise, RF interference and prevents unauthorized use.

Subsystems are parts of a cabling network that work together to make the connections between devices. Six subsystems make up a structured cabling network: backbone, distribution and wiring. Collector, collector, interface, management are the other five. The backbone cables connect to the interfaces and distribution boxes in the system. The distribution cables carry the information collected from the devices to other locations in the building or network. The electrical signals are carried from one device to the next by wiring cables. A group of wire cables is called a collector cable. It takes the signals from the Network and bundles them together. Interface cables link different types of devices together, allowing for easy access and configuration. Structured cabling systems are managed and controlled by management systems.