5 Things to Know about Network Cabling Installation

Superior communication, protecting sensitive data, sharing information across your telecommunications network; the daily tasks of a professionally installed network cabling system are seemingly infinite. But before your business can reap the benefits of a superior low voltage structured cabling system, you need to first install it.

It takes the right experience, resources, and equipment to properly install fast and efficient network cables. And when you start to consider that your new network cabling system will be the primary connective source for all your IT hardware and telecommunications equipment, you can rest assured that there’s no room for error throughout the installation process.

So do you know what it takes to safely and securely install your new structured cabling system? Before you start to pull out the tool box, here are five things you need to know about network cabling installation to ensure optimal performance and connectivity.

1) Create a Blueprint

This may go without saying, but before you even lift a finger to install any structured cabling system, you need to envision it first. Creating a blueprint that outlines the specific dimensions of cables, desired wiring routes, as well as determining what network performance goals you wish to achieve after installation are essential for ensuring your network cabling is properly put into place. Once you’ve officially determined the logistics of your installation is when you should move forward with the process.

2) Consider Your Working Environment

Just because you’ve deemed a specific area or section of your office would be ideal for installing new networking equipment, doesn’t mean you should. There are a variety of environmental factors to consider when approaching network cabling installation, including:

• What are your distance or sizing limitations?
   
• Is the temperature warmer or cooler in your desired installation location?
   
• Are there any possibilities of equipment interference (poor lighting, magnetic issues, etc.)
   
• Is the space completely accessible for maintenance checkups and repair?
   
• Will the designated area interfere with any daily operations or potentially cause any safety hazards?

Checking off all of these boxes before officially designating a space to install your new structured cabling system is an essential step of the installation process.

3) Horizontal or Vertical Cabling?

Depending on the layout and accessibility of your office space, you’ll need to consider whether horizontal or vertical cabling will best suit your maintenance, spacing, and performance needs. Horizontal cabling works best for connecting telecommunications outlets to an adjacent telecommunications room or closet that takes up the majority of cabling for your entire network cabling system. Vertical Cabling tends to work better for more spacious working environments, featuring multiple network cabling systems connected amongst multiple telecommunication rooms or wiring facilities.

4) Low Voltage Wiring Solutions

To help contribute to a safer and cost-effective working environment without sacrificing telecommunications performance, low voltage wiring is highly recommended for installing a new structured cabling system. The majority of traditional cable outlets tend to run anywhere between 120 to 240 volts of electricity. Low voltage wiring, however, is crafted to carry up to 50 volts of electricity or less, reducing your overall energy consumption and utility costs while creating  more optimized and integrated network infrastructure design.

5) When in Doubt, Hire a Professional

The amount of time, money, and energy that goes into a routine network cabling installation requires mass quantities of effort that will only cost you more time and money if any facet of the installation goes awry. That’s where enlisting professional telecommunications services can ultimately prove more cost-effective in the long run. From determining the appropriate spaces to install new cabling systems to providing ultimate technical and maintenance support, there’s certainly no shame in hiring a professional to ensure your installation process goes as smoothly as possible.

Professional Structured Cabling Services From Telecom Technologies

You don’t want to mess around when it comes to putting the performance and connectivity of your IT infrastructure in jeopardy. At Telecom Technologies, we work with businesses of all industries to help them receive the custom network cabling installation solutions they need to make their enterprise thrive. Contact us today to schedule a consultation!