Jumat, 01 Mei 2015

The Different Types Of Cabling

By Toni Vang


Cable refers to a device which serves as a channel or medium of information transfer from one network to the next. These are mostly used in Local Area Network or LAN. There are various kinds of cable. Some of which are STPs, UTPs, Fiber Optics, WLANs, and Coaxial. These can be combined by a network while some networks only use one type. This depends on what kind of function needs to be achieved.

Among these, the UTP is more in demand because it is affordable and is the most commonly used in various networks. These have different speeds according to classification. Cabling Austin, TX uses various cable types to provide your network needs. They are on standby for service calls especially with internet networks.

WLAN or Wireless Local Area Network, by the name itself, does not need any cable for connection. There are high frequency radio signals and lasers, which is what this innovation uses. It is widely used in school networks and in work stations because it is the most convenient. Once installed with WiFi, it will be very easy to connect devices to LAN. Such devices include laptops and smart phones.

Fiber Optics, can transmit signals in very long distances. And can carry transmit data at greater speed. This is very complicated to install and it needs complex modifications in order be used. But once installed, it is capable of interactive video and communication conferencing because of its speed. In addition, the signal it carries is as complex as Ethernet.

WLAN uses connectivity that does not require cables. It merely uses radio signals that are of high frequency as well as lasers. This is what powers the internet that is used mostly in work stations and offices. These can connect gadgets and devices like tablets, laptops, and smart phones or mobile phones to the local area network. This is very convenient and can reach a certain distance.

Coaxial cables contain a copper conductor. Copper is known to be a conductor of electricity and can detect signals. This is, however, very complicated to install. But this is one of the known types of wire networks that resist signal interference. It can be combined with twisted pair cables like UTPs and STPs. In addition, this cable can either be thin or thick.

In installing any type of wire or wireless networks, there are certain guidelines and reminders. It is better to actually have excess cable lengths than just the right length. So it is advised to leave some slack. During the installation, the installer must stay away from any source of electrical and signal interference. The distance from these potential interferences should be at least three feet.

In addition, it is important to do some test before final installation. The network must be tested first and if found to have some defects, must be fixed as soon as possible before installation resumes. Then, protectors must be used as they can be sensitive. This will also prevent potential signal interference.

Both ends of the cable must be labeled to avoid confusion regarding where the other one must be installed. They must also be tied instead of using tapes since these are not reliable support. This will avoid people from tripping over the excess lines and wires.




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