5 Mistakes to Avoid While
Installing Network Cables
If you have shifted to a new home or
soon shifting your workplace to a new
building, you are probably already
thinking of installing network cables as
one of the first tasks. But wait, till
you read further. Whoever said that
"learn from the mistakes of others",
must have been a genius." So, let's
just utilize the suggestion practically
and have a look at the most common
mistakes made while installing network
cables, to avoid doing it ourselves.
Using Separate Cables for Voice &
Data
If you ask any relevant person about
their biggest mistake while network
cabling their home or workplace, you
will get to hear it as one of the most
common answers. Earlier, twisted
cabling was comparatively expensive so
people opted different cabling for
both. But now the cabling itself isn't
that much of an expense.
In fact, latest phone systems require
data-level cabling so you don't have a
choice but to get suitable cabling that
supports both. Not thinking about the
possibility of you installing any of
those phone systems in future
describes another major mistake.
Compromising with the Quality/Version
A network connection isn't temporary.
With the ongoing advancements, it
would be a grave mistake to still choose
the cheapest and most basic cables
available. Although it isn't mandatory
to go with totally high-end cables, it
would be a smart option to go for
quality Ethernet cables capable of
facilitating a robust connection.
That being said, you might not need a
10gbps speed right now, but let's just
say 100Mbps should also not be what
you settle with.
Cabling Parallel to Electric Cables
Setting up your networking cables
parallel to electric cables can disturb
the magnetic field of the cables and
cause major disruptions. You can also
end up losing transmission at times or
very slow communication between the
wires taking place.
So deciding your cable path,
therefore, is very important rather
than just going randomly about it.
Cutting Cables Too Short/Long
You certainly don't want your cables
stretching hard to reach out to their
destination connectors. So, the best
way to go about it is to measure the
exact distance of your connections and
take just about a few inches more for
ease. Don't cut them too short.
If short cables are a problem, too long
ones are a bigger problem. Every cable
has its capacity and if you choose
lengths longer than their competence,
you might suffer with slower and
frequently disruptive connections. So,
consider distance limitations of your
cables seriously.
Not Testing Cables Simultaneously
Do you want to end up scratching your
heads when your network cabling is
done but you end up realizing that
there had been a few faulty cables
that refuse to aid the connection? We
know the answer. So, the best way to
avoid this is to go about checking
every single cable while establishing
the connection.
It might sound to be a time-consuming
task given you are paying a hefty
amount for labor but trust us it's
better than paying them(much more)
later for fixing a brand new
connection.
Other than that, don't go about a
haphazard connection. Plan in advance
and go for cable organization as it
comes really handy in long run and can
save a lot on labor costs for
maintenance. Additionally, you should
also take care of the codes and
ordinances of your region.
Looking from utility point of view,
network cabling these days is as much
an important job as electric wiring. So,
it is important to get good cables,
equipments, and proficient labor to
avoid regretting later. To ensure
everything goes smoothly, it's a good
idea to hire professionals for the job
rather than planning it out yourself.
Installing Network Cables
soon shifting your workplace to a new
building, you are probably already
thinking of installing network cables as
one of the first tasks. But wait, till
you read further. Whoever said that
"learn from the mistakes of others",
must have been a genius." So, let's
just utilize the suggestion practically
and have a look at the most common
mistakes made while installing network
cables, to avoid doing it ourselves.
Using Separate Cables for Voice &
Data
If you ask any relevant person about
their biggest mistake while network
cabling their home or workplace, you
will get to hear it as one of the most
common answers. Earlier, twisted
cabling was comparatively expensive so
people opted different cabling for
both. But now the cabling itself isn't
that much of an expense.
In fact, latest phone systems require
data-level cabling so you don't have a
choice but to get suitable cabling that
supports both. Not thinking about the
possibility of you installing any of
those phone systems in future
describes another major mistake.
Compromising with the Quality/Version
A network connection isn't temporary.
With the ongoing advancements, it
would be a grave mistake to still choose
the cheapest and most basic cables
available. Although it isn't mandatory
to go with totally high-end cables, it
would be a smart option to go for
quality Ethernet cables capable of
facilitating a robust connection.
That being said, you might not need a
10gbps speed right now, but let's just
say 100Mbps should also not be what
you settle with.
Cabling Parallel to Electric Cables
Setting up your networking cables
parallel to electric cables can disturb
the magnetic field of the cables and
cause major disruptions. You can also
end up losing transmission at times or
very slow communication between the
wires taking place.
So deciding your cable path,
therefore, is very important rather
than just going randomly about it.
Cutting Cables Too Short/Long
You certainly don't want your cables
stretching hard to reach out to their
destination connectors. So, the best
way to go about it is to measure the
exact distance of your connections and
take just about a few inches more for
ease. Don't cut them too short.
If short cables are a problem, too long
ones are a bigger problem. Every cable
has its capacity and if you choose
lengths longer than their competence,
you might suffer with slower and
frequently disruptive connections. So,
consider distance limitations of your
cables seriously.
Not Testing Cables Simultaneously
Do you want to end up scratching your
heads when your network cabling is
done but you end up realizing that
there had been a few faulty cables
that refuse to aid the connection? We
know the answer. So, the best way to
avoid this is to go about checking
every single cable while establishing
the connection.
It might sound to be a time-consuming
task given you are paying a hefty
amount for labor but trust us it's
better than paying them(much more)
later for fixing a brand new
connection.
Other than that, don't go about a
haphazard connection. Plan in advance
and go for cable organization as it
comes really handy in long run and can
save a lot on labor costs for
maintenance. Additionally, you should
also take care of the codes and
ordinances of your region.
Looking from utility point of view,
network cabling these days is as much
an important job as electric wiring. So,
it is important to get good cables,
equipments, and proficient labor to
avoid regretting later. To ensure
everything goes smoothly, it's a good
idea to hire professionals for the job
rather than planning it out yourself.
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