STRUCTURED CABLING SYSTEM
A structured cabling system is a comprehensive and standardized approach to designing and installing a building’s telecommunications infrastructure. It supports a wide range of hardware systems and is essential for reliable voice, data, and video transmission.
Entrance Facility
Where external service provider cables enter the building.
Equipment Room
Houses core network equipment like servers and switches
Telecommunications Room (TR)
Contains patch panels and cross-connects for distributing signals.
Backbone Cabling
Connects TRs, equipment rooms, and entrance facilities. Typically fiber or high-performance copper.
Horizontal Cabling
Runs from TRs to individual workstations. Usually Cat6 or Cat6A cables
Work Area
Includes outlets, patch cords, and end-user devices.
