Archive for August, 2008
Monday, August 25th, 2008
It is a well known fact that the telecommunication cabling field is centric to all forms of electronic information exchange. This particular facet gives us a clear indication about the significance attached to this field by a number of professionals.
The job of telecommunication cabling installation falls within the purview of trained and qualified personnel called cable installers. This diverse and absorbing field covers many areas, some of which include Gigabit Ethernet, LANs, twisted pair, fiber, etc.
All cabling professionals need to have a fair idea about the different aspects of telecommunication cabling installation. Some of the areas in which the given professionals must be proficient are pre installation testing, fire stopping systems and methods, grounding infrastructure, installing supporting structures, pre termination functions, splicing of cables and testing the same, cabling installation prerequisites, connecting of cables and retrofitting, and last but not the least, the safety and transmission fallouts of this field. An in depth knowledge of telecommunication cabling hardware, pathways, and structured cabling systems, is also very helpful.
The internet medium has given rise to a number of platforms which are helpful to a cabling installer. A vast majority of the available sites, which are dedicated to telecommunication cabling installation, are fairly exhaustive in nature, and are of much use to this breed of technician. The availability of good books too, dealing with this subject, has played a major role in the furthering of telecommunication cabling installation. One such book is the ‘Telecommunications Cabling Installation’ Hardcover by BICSI. Â
The world of telecommunication cabling installation is well connected to the invention of a telephone, which happened, almost a century and a half ago. It is this very invention, which has sparked the growth of a complex global industry, of which the above mentioned installation type is a part.
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Monday, August 25th, 2008
If one were to sit back and think, there are not too many places without a telephone today. The telephone is a basic necessity, and one which is much required in the field of communication. This very fact brings into perspective the significance and true worth of telephone line cords.
A telephone line cord is a simple and unassuming product which is generally under estimated, in terms of performance and value. This breed of products, namely telephone line cords, are broadly described as the common cable, used for connecting any telephone set to the wall plate.
The length of a telephone line cord is generally proportionate to individual and or specific requirements, and its areas of use are plenty. A vast majority of telephone line cords available in the market are Ro HS compliant, and showcase wire terminal of different types. The connection in all probability is a US modular plug RJ12, or if need be, any European variety of telephone plug. Telephone line cords come in different colors, and can be flat, round, and oval shaped.
In today’s world of information technology and computers, it comes as little surprise, that the business of telephone line cords has taken the online route. There are a host of manufacturers and suppliers committed to the internet medium, in this regard. They display all their different products through attractive and exhaustive inventories, created with the sole intention of wooing the potential customer. One interesting example, of a telephone line cord which is easily accessible on the net, is the RJ12 6 Conductor 6P6C Flat Silver Satin Crossed Telephone Line Cord. This cord comes in different lengths and has a typical crossed pinning 1 to 6, 2-5, 3-4, 4-3, 5-2, and 6-1.
Considering the large number of telephones in service all round the world, one can well imagine the business potential of telephone line cords. These handy and efficient products are worth their weight in gold, and perform tirelessly, day in and day out.
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Monday, August 25th, 2008
A USB adapter connects USB port devices to non USB port devices, and a common variety of the given adapter which is found these days, is one that connects an MP3 player or an iPod, to its power charger. The full form of USB in the above mentioned adapter stands for Universal Serial Bus. Two examples of a USB Adapter are the USB RS-232 Serial Adapter DB-9 Male, which works with all Windows and Mac, and the Industrial 8-Port DB-9 RS232 to USB Adapter High-Speed FTDI Chip 921.6Kbps.       Â
There are different dimensions to the use of a USB adapter, and the said adapter caters to a plethora of needs and or requirements. One classic example of the working of this product is as such. If you happen to buy a new generation computer, which more often than not showcases a USB port, and want to connect the same to an older version of any printer, which would in all probability have a serial port, the USB adapter is an absolute must, to connect the two devices.
A USB adapter more often than not has a USB cable on one end and a non USB cable at the other. The above mentioned point notwithstanding, it is quite common to see an adapter of this variety working with wireless devices as well. This area of working, which falls within the domain of Bluetooth technology, involves connecting equipment such as a head set or keyboard to a computer, by means of a dongle. The said dongle plugs into a USB port on the computer at one end, and the beauty about this product is that, it does not need to connect to anything on the other side. This rather unique product is unlike the regular USB adapter to look at, but is a high quality performer all the same.
The internet medium has given a big boost to the USB adapter. A majority of products, which fall within the ambit of universal serial bus, are freely accessible on the internet.
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Monday, August 25th, 2008
The full form of a USB connector is Universal Serial Bus connector. This new age product was originally designed for personal computers, but is now widely seen on other devices such as digital cameras, PDAs, and flash drives. It is well worth knowing, that a connector of this genre, implements the directed topology of a USB network.
USB was conceptualized to permit more than one peripheral to be connected using a single exchangeable interface socket, and to improve the plug and play capacities in general. Achieving the latter, by permitting devices to be connected and disconnected without rebooting the computer, is the hallmark of USB. A USB connector is quite reliable, and considered particularly cheap to manufacture. The said connector is robust in nature, and cannot be plugged in upside down.
A USB connector has kept pace with all recent developments, and this is well emphasized in the USB specification. The original USB specification for this variety of connector, detailed Standard-A and Standard-B plugs and fittings. The former is approximately 4 by 12 mm, while the latter is around 7 by 8 mm. Changing times have necessitated the entry of different connectors, such as Mini-B, Micro-B, Micro-A, Micro-AB, and Micro-USB, within the ranks of a USB connector. In this, the last named is rated for up to 10,000 connect-disconnect cycles or more, and is meant to replace the Mini-USB connector.
Last but not the least, the performance and acceptance of any given connector, be it USB or otherwise, is gauged by the three vital factors of durability, usability, and compatibility. It is common knowledge that a USB connector scores many brownie points over the competition, on all the three counts.
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Monday, August 25th, 2008
A USB Ethernet adapter is a dream come true in many respects. This highly spoken about and well rated product has a major role to play in the field of internet access as a whole. There are many manufacturers, who showcase and deliver this product as a plug and play form of adapter, catering to the needs of both, busy professionals and home users alike.
Two products, that immediately come to mind, when one is thinking along the lines of a useful and cost effective USB Ethernet adapter are, the ‘USB 10/100 Ethernet Adapter’ from BELKIN, and the ‘Apple USB Ethernet Adapter’. Both the above mentioned examples of adapters are champions in their own right, and command a lot of respect from their varied strata of users.
The former, namely the BELKIN delivered USB 10/100 Ethernet Adapter, is a valid means to make use of, any computers available USB port. With a user friendly set up and a relevant all included software going in its favor, this adapter from the BELKIN stable, has to be simply plugged in, to achieve the desired results. By contrast, the latter variety of USB Ethernet adapter, namely the Apple USB Ethernet Adapter, is a sleek electronic device which showcases enhanced performance, by adding an RJ-45 that supports 10/100BASE-T. The addition of an RJ-45 to this USB dongle, enables your mostly wireless MBA, to turn a bit more wired.
Some other commonly sighted adaptors of the USB Ethernet adapter range include, the SABRENT delivered ‘RJ45 Ethernet 10/100 USB 2.0 LAN Adapter with LED, and the DUB-E100 USB 2.0 Fast Ethernet Adapter from D-Link. The internet medium has a major role to play in the portrayal and delivery of a USB Ethernet adapter, and the online route to access an adapter of this variety, is fast gaining ground.
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Monday, August 25th, 2008
Voice data cabling is a must for any individual and or organization looking for a trouble free network infrastructure. Ignoring the same and having an ‘anything will do’ attitude, leads to having sluggish response time, as also impaired data transmissions. Down time and long term trouble shooting, are two other factors which are correlated to improper voice data cabling.
The Cat 3 Twisted Pair (Balanced) Cabling having a maximum data rate of 16Mbps is generally used in voice and data applications, and 10Base-T Ethernet. The basic wiring for voice requirements still involves using voice grade wire and standard RJ11 jacks at the user end, and the terminations of choice in the wiring cabinet include 66 blocks, BIX blocks and KRONE fields, and the AT&T developed 110 style terminal blocks. The different Cat 3 configurations still remain a cost effective solution to install any combination of phones, analog lines and modems.
Data cabling involves the use of Cat 5, Cat 6 cable, and some other derivatives of the same. If not taken care of in the right way, it leads to cabling related network problems like poor NEXT and ACR, low attenuation, poor return loss, etc. Installation of cables in a proper manner, and adhering to specific guidelines, takes care of a majority of the above mentioned problems. Some of the data cabling services include voice data cabling, single and multiple floors cabling, Paging Systems, and Facsimile Cabling. One fitting example of an established and well known name in the field of voice and data cabling is the Austin, Texas based Comp-Utility Corporation.Â
Choosing the appropriate and or right kind of voice data cabling for any given network application, setting it up properly, and last but not the least, verifying abidance with the necessary standards, is the thumb rule to getting the maximum out of any network investment. Whether an individual is installing a complete network distribution system, or else adding just one work station, either way the role played by voice data cabling, is very essential.
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Monday, August 25th, 2008
After going through the title a couple of times, it more or less dawns on the reader, that the above mentioned title, namely cabling the complete guide to network wiring, can confirm to the title of some book. One is not wrong in thinking along these lines, because there is not one book, but three editions to be precise, which boast of a similar title.
‘Cabling: the Complete Guide to Network Wiring’ is a book by David GROTH, Jim Mc Bee, and David Barnett. It is in its 3rd edition, and the series of books are considered to be a wholesome guide to network cabling as a whole. Conceptualized for a plethora of professionals to make use of, these books cover many aspects of working with cables, and its readers include network administrators, technicians, and cable installers, among others. ‘Cabling: the Complete Guide to Network Wiring’ (Hardcover), is different in the sense that, it comes with a fairly compact and user friendly color insert, the reason being, quick identification of connectors and cables. Relevant vendor information and recommendations in this book, makes it a readers delight.
There are many points which come up, on reading the title cabling the complete guide to network wiring. Some of these are, choosing the right cables and parts for a specific network architecture and topology, having a clear perception of how laws and building codes restrict cabling, integrating voice and data on the same cable system, working effectively with Fire wire and USB, documentation of the cabling, assembling a complete cabling toolkit, creating an RFP and short listing a vendor, and so on. There are many more points which can be added to this list, giving us a clear picture of the significance of cabling in today’s world.Â
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Monday, August 25th, 2008
A cabling system is a concept of modern man, and one which has travelled a long way indeed. There are many companies which specialize in the different aspects of the above mentioned system, and a vast majority of these companies stress on corporate relocations, as also on new projects and or construction. This particular vista is referred to as structured cabling systems.
The said system, namely a structured cabling system, is very handy in network management. It consists of an open architecture, interchangeable media and set up, standard connection interfaces, compliance to national and international standards, and complete system design and installation. Whether we are talking about a network consisting of twenty computers, or else even ten buildings or so, a structured cabling system plays a crucial role, to connect voice and data across the LAN. The copper and fiber cabling needed for the project, is directly related to the specific set up and or campus environment.
Many companies are involved in the business of cabling systems, and one that immediately comes to mind is The SIEMON Company. This Watertown US based company delivers some top of the line cabling systems, an example of which is the 10G 6A UTP Category 6A system. This structured cabling system is designed with the sole intention to exceed pending 10GBASE-T standards.
There is a very interesting side to a structured cabling system. If one were to make provisions for an internationally acclaimed and standardized cabling system of this type, in a modern intelligent building, and at the same time strengthen cable delivery methods for all the systems involved, the initial construction costs for the cabling infrastructure of the said building, can be lessened by a whopping 30 percent or so. This is hard to believe, but true.
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Monday, August 25th, 2008
The world of electronics and telecommunications is growing by the day, and it is not surprising at all, to find the number of individuals and or organizations, seeking employment and or business in the given fields, keeping pace with this growth as well.
There is a practical need for good cabling jobs today. This statement can be taken in two different ways. It could well mean an individual seeking some form of employment in the above mentioned field, or conversely it could mean the delivery of a cost effective and efficient cabling solution. Either way, this particular topic of cabling jobs, is centric to the cabling industry at large, and one which requires a fair amount of attention.
With computers and other related equipment having occupied centre stage in most spheres of life, business included, it comes as no surprise that a large number of organizations and companies are beginning to feel the need for good cabling jobs. This again covers the diverse angles of what is mentioned above.
One interpretation of the same, relates to the different jobs on offer. These cabling jobs include some specific areas which are up for grabs, and include job descriptions such as Technician: Electronic Security and Surveillance, Data Centre Technician, Desktop Support Technician, Cabling Engineer, Deployment Manager, etc. All these jobs and many more, are available for suitable candidates.
The other angle of cabling jobs too, is much more than meets the eye. This involves engineering projects and network solutions. An example of the same can involve designing a structured cabling system, supervising and or overseeing its laying, and termination of computer and telephone cabling at different locations. There are many organizations involved in this brand of cabling jobs.
An appropriate way of describing cabling jobs would be to term it, as an effective missile with two potent warheads. The internet medium plays a major role in promoting both these warheads.
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Monday, August 25th, 2008
Cabling is an integral part of all types of communication, and is considered to be the backbone of every network. Considering the above mentioned fact, it will not be wrong to refer to cabling installers, as the all important spinal cord, which forms a part of each and every cabling backbone.
A cabling installer must have sound knowledge in all the different aspects of cabling. These include voice cable installation, Cat 5 and Cat 6 cable installation, Coaxial cable installation, Fiber Optic Installation and Termination, and Network Data Cable Installation. Practical and feasible site surveying capabilities, as also experience in project management, are two other prime requisites of this breed of installers.
With the opening up of world economies at large, competition levels in different spheres have reached a new high. This in turn has had a direct impact on cabling installers. These professionals and or organizations, have to now update their knowledge base and skills on a regular basis, to stay abreast of the latest installation practices and standards.
Catering to this very aspect is a very useful platform, in the guise of BICSI. This Tampa, Florida based professional association, has a membership that spans nearly 100 countries, and among other things, offers courses for cabling installers, one such course being, the IN200 ITS Installer 2 Training. It is common knowledge that BICSI caters to a fairly large section of technicians, designers, and installers, in different capacities.
Last but not the least, surprising as it may seem, even a wireless network makes use of cables in some form or the other, bringing into relevance the utility value of cabling installers.
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