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Necessary Tools to work the lab
Cordless Drill
cable tester
tran ket
Fish Tape
Wire Stripper
Zip Ties
Label Maker
Ethernet Switch
cable Crimper
RJ45 Plugs
first lets use the T568B standard because designed for better signal isolation and noise
protection for newer networking systems and products.
Do Use Labels
Label all cables at their origin point at the network switch, and at their termination at the far
faceplate. Individual faceplates should also be labeled for best organization and ease of
maintenance down the road. Different colored cables can also be helpful in this regard.
Do Test Cables
It’s helpful to test cables before and during certain points in the installation process in order to
make sure that they are functional. Any cables that test as dysfunctional need to be labeled and
removed so that they aren’t accidentally installed.
When cutting cable for a network, the best rule is to “measure twice, cut once.” Cable for each
run should be cut to fit, with enough room for there to be some slack at each end.
The next step is to find the right locations for the network nodes, or the places where computers
and equipment can be plugged into the network.
Then, the different lengths of cabling can be measured based on the distance between the
server area and the node.
The Distribution Point is where all your ethernet cables terminate. This is also the
location where you keep your main modem or router. Let us proceed with creating the
distribution point.
First and important thing when cutting/drilling walls is to turn off the power. Running
ethernet cable through walls doesn’t involve any electrical wires. But we are making
holes in the wall where electrical wires and conduits run. Better safe than sorry.
Using a stud finder, locate two studs. The network panel goes in between these studs.
Make a small square hole in the center. Use this hole to see behind the wall. If there are
no obstacles, you can proceed to cutting the drywall.
The wall plates will cover the nodes where the cables terminate. The best place for wall plates
are places that are easy to access, and that avoid other electrical components such as power
outlets and light switches.
We can now move forward to making holes. Depending on your house and requirements, you
have to make holes in walls, floor or ceiling. Start with a hole above the distribution/network
panel.
Once you run all the cables through the holes and walls, you can now proceed with crimping the
cables. Use a punch down tool to wire the cables at the ethernet wall sockets. Use cable ties or
Velcro Straps to secure the cables.
This step is most time-consuming and also needs to be done in order to make sure that none of
the infrastructure is damaged. In older buildings with solid walls, it may also involve some
cutting.
Conclusion
Wired ethernet connectivity has undoubted advantage over wireless connection. You get better
speeds, no latency and the network become reliable. Our smartphone, tablets and laptop
connect to the internet over Wi-Fi. But gaming PCs, TVs and Gaming consoles can use wired
ethernet for better performance.