참고 답변
Structured cabling is the highway that information travels on in a building. The structure can be large, small, commercial, residential, or a combination.
Structured cabling systems are designed around telecommunications code standards. They define how to lay data cabling in different topologies to ensure flawless continuity and connectivity. Some factors involved in structured cabling solutions include distance limitations, cable types, flammability ratings, and bend radii. These standards are outlined by:
- TIA/EIA-568: The TIA (American Telecommunications Industry Association) and the EIA (Electronic Industries Alliance) issue comprehensive standards covering all aspects of cable installations.
- ISO/IEC 11801 - The ISO (International Standards Organization) and IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) release material, manufacturing, and testing standards. These standards cover commercial communications: telephony, data, copper, fiber, etc.
- EN 20173: The European standards for structured cabling.
- BICSI: BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Services International) provides best practices around data center design. It complements the previous standards and addresses several subjects not covered by TIA. Most importantly, they issue RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) certifications.
Why does structured cabling even matter?
It keeps you connected. Most of the technology you use is supported by structured cabling: Wi-Fi, VoIP, DAS, security cameras, audio visual systems, IoT sensors, voice and data cabling, and the list keeps growing. Following standards ensures that these technologies operate as designed when connected.
Structured Cabling Solutions
A structured cabling system represents a standardized and organized approach to designing, implementing, and managing the data cable installation of a network. It encompasses all the physical components, such as cables, connectors, patch panels, wiring, cabling, and related hardware, along with the associated pathways and spaces used for network communication.