The Do?s And Don?ts Of Data Network Cabling Installation

There are certain guidelines that need to be followed during the process of data network cabling installation. One of the most important aspects of installing data network cabling is to identify a specific termination point for all the cables. This location, which is commonly known as the home-run location can be constructed and utilized in the form of a media centre and should ideally be large enough to accommodate not only the current data cable needs of an organization but also any expansion plans intended for the future. Given below are some do’s and don’ts of the data network cabling which can go a long way in ensuring better efficiency and reliability of the network for a longer period.

Do’s

It is a good idea to cross Power and Cat5 cables at a 90º angle during data network cabling installation. This is because, in most cases it is not possible to completely avoid these cables from crossing each other and placing them at 90º angle minimizes any severe affects of interference.
Proper labeling of every strung of network cabling is of extreme importance as it helps the maintenance staff to easily identify as to which cabling is intended for which office or room and how it should be ended.
It is also advisable to keep the cabling as segregated from one another as possible. This not only provides greater space to lay out more cables during network expansion but also makes it easy to identify and access individual cable during maintenance or break down.
Wherever possible use mud rings during while installing data network cabling. They are not only more practical to operate especially for telephone Ethernet and co-axial cables but also have low voltage.

Don’ts

One of the most important things that should never be done during data network cabling installation is mixing up of the data cabling color scheme.
Never ever install Cat 5 cables alongside the power cables. Laying the cables in such a manner is bound to create problems due to interference.
It is also important not to bundle the network cabling too tightly even though tying up distinct cables together is permissible. While tying up the cabling, care should be taken to make the turns soft rather than kinky, in which case the efficiency of the network might be affected.

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