How to Assemble a Data Center - Part 4

In part 4 of a 4 part video series, we look at installing cable management on your data rack.

How to Use a RJ45 Modular Crimp Tool

How to Use a RJ45 Modular Crimp Tool

CableSupply.com shows you how to use the RJ45 Modular Crimp Tool Sku 100423. This tool is used to terminate Ethernet cable with modular plugs (male ends).

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How to Increase Your Internet Speed

How to Increase Your Internet Speed

Can you really increase your internet speed with "one weird trick?" ...sort of. Watch this video where we discuss ways to measure the speed of your connection and what to do if your provider is not delivering the speeds you've paid for.

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How to Install a Wall Mount TV - Part 3

How to Install a Wall Mount TV - Part 3

In part 3 of this series, we continue to explore ways of relocating power outlets and installing cut-in boxes inside your home. DISCLAIMER: before attempting to make any changes or additions to the electrical cabling in your house, please consult with all applicable laws in your city/county/state and also make sure that your homeowner's insurance policy permits you to work on the electrical. We recommend hiring a licensed electrician. If you plan to do your own electrical work, please be mindful and always turn off the power to any circuits that are being worked on. Failure to work safely can result in property damage and destruction as well as injury or death.

How to Install a Wall Mount TV - Part 2

How to Install a Wall Mount TV, Part 2

In part 2 of our series on cabling for a wall mount TV, we demonstrate how to install a low profile electrical box using a demo wall, and we'll terminate power to a power receptacle too! DISCLAIMER: before attempting to make any changes or additions to the electrical cabling in your house, please consult with all applicable laws in your city/county/state and also make sure that your homeowner's insurance policy permits you to work on the electrical. We recommend hiring a licensed electrician. If you plan to do your own electrical work, please be mindful and always turn off the power to any circuits that are being worked on. Failure to work safely can result in property damage and destruction as well as injury or death.

How to Install a Wall Mount TV - Part 1

How to Install a Wall Mount TV - Part 1

In part 1 of this series, we show you how to install and mount a flat screen TV on the wall, using parts and tools found on our website. DISCLAIMER: before attempting to make any changes or additions to the electrical cabling in your house, please consult with all applicable laws in your city/county/state and also make sure that your homeowner's insurance policy permits you to work on the electrical. We recommend hiring a licensed electrician. If you plan to do your own electrical work, please be mindful and always turn off the power to any circuits that are being worked on. Failure to work safely can result in property damage and destruction as well as injury or death.

How to Install a Plaster Ring and Wall Plate in Drywall

This tutorial video shows you how to install a wall plate into drywall.

To accomplish this, you need the following items:

• Plaster ring (also called a P-ring or mud ring)
• Wall plate
• Drop cloth or sheet of paper
• Drywall saw
• Pair of pliers
• Screwdriver (Our wall plates require a Philips head)

We'll show you, step by step, how to position your wall plate, saw through the drywall, install the plaster ring, and mount the wall plate.

Whenever you're installing a wall plate for your home or office, make sure that you terminate all your jacks BEFORE inserting them into your wall plate or mounting the plate to the wall!

Click here to view our selection of drywall plates.

Structured Cabling Basics

Structured Cabling Basics

This video series discusses some basic technical skills, approaches to structured cabling jobs, cable management, and the use of tools to save you time and labor when pulling cable.

Part 1: Reading and Drawing Floor Plans

Part 2: Cabling Around Aluminum Studs

Part 3: Dropping Cables with Fish Rods

Part 4: Wooden Walls, Firebreaks, and Pulling Cable

Part 5: Running Cables with a Pulley

How to Assemble a Data Center - Part 3

In part 3 of a 4 part video series, we look at installing a runway ladder to the Black Aluminum Relay Rack .

Relay Rack, 84 x 19 inches, 45U, Black Aluminum is an open single frame with 10-24 thread. This relay rack is the standard sized rack and is easy to assemble. The standard 19” width can hold switches, routers, racks, and patch panels. Wire management can be mounted on the sides or horizontally to keep patch cords looking clean and organized.

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RJ45 Keystone Jack How TO Video

RJ45 Keystone Jack How TO Video - Terminate a RJ45 Keystone Jack with an Impact Punchdown Tool

These tutorial videos provide a walkthrough to show you how to terminate a RJ45 keystone jack using an impact punchdown tool. You will also need Ethernet cable (Category 5E or Category 6), a keystone jack, cabling scissors, and a wall plate or surface mount box.

We demonstrate Ethernet jack termination with both Cat.5E and Cat.6 cable, using the T568B color code.

Video 1: Terminating a RJ45 Jack with Cat5E Cable

Video 2: Terminating a RJ45 Jack with Cat6 Cable

Toolless RJ45 Computer Jack

Toolless RJ45 Computer Jack

CableSupply.com staff demonstrates how to terminate a RJ45 Toolless Jack Sku 100515. This Toolless RJ45 Computer Jack is great for do-it-yourselfers looking to install a network cable on a budget.

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Fishing walls and cutting drywall - Wood walls and firebreaks - Part 2

Fishing walls and cutting drywall - Wood walls and firebreaks - Part 2

In this video we demonstrate how to fish cable down a wall with firebreaks.

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Fishing walls and cutting drywall - Aluminium Studs - Part 1

Fishing walls and cutting drywall - Aluminium Studs - Part 1

In this video we demonstrate how to fish cable down a wall with aluminum 2x4's. We then demonstrate the proper technique for cutting a hole for a plaster ring to mount a jack.

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Telecommunications Basics Part 4

Telecommunications Basics Part 4

In this installment, Jim Gibson talks about Publicly Switched Telephone Network aka phone company (PSTN) central office (CO) POTS (plain old telephone service) lines, phone company line access, SIP trunks, and internet access circuits.

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Telecommunications Basics Part 3

Telecommunications Basics Part 3

In the third part of our series on telecommunications, Jim Gibson discusses the PBX, key, and hybrid systems.

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Telecommunications Basics Part 2

Telecommunications Basics Part 2

In the second part of our series on telecommunications, Jim Gibson discusses the MPOE or demarc and how wire gets into your home or office.

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Telecommunications Basics Part 1

Telecommunications Basics Part 1

In the first part of our series on telecommunications, Jim Gibson discusses the deregulation of the telecommunications industry and some of the basic technologies that power it.

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How to Properly Cable a Building

How to Properly Cable a Building

Jim Gibson shows us the ins and outs of cabling a building. If you find this video helpful, be sure to let us know!

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Managed Switches

Watch as Jim Gibson explains why you need managed switches in your network, as well as other IT topics.

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Drive Over Cables with Linebacker Cable Protectors

Drive Over Cables with Linebacker Cable Protectors

John O' from CableSupply.com talks about the importance of Linebacker Cable Protectors and the outdoor solution that CableSupply.com has found.

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How To Support Large Bundles of Cables

How To Support Large Bundles of Cables

CableSupply.com's Jim Gibson explains the art of tying a barrel knot with cable. In this video he shows how to make a this special knot useful when you've run out of cable ties. Check out how the old way of doing things is the new way!

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Jameson Little Buddy Fiberglass Fish Tape

Jameson Little Buddy Fiberglass Fish Tape

CableSupply's Jim Gibson discusses using Jameson Little Buddy Fiberglass Fish Tape, how it's used and why fiberglass fish tape is a useful tool.

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Jameson Big Buddy Conduit Rodder

Jameson Big Buddy Conduit Rodder

CableSupply.com's Jim Gibson and John O" shows us how to use the Jameson Big Buddy Conduit Rodder.

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The Cable Comb

The Cable Comb - 101876

CableSupply.com's Jim Gibson shows us how to use the CableSupply.com Cable Comb.

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How to Use the Cable Caster

How to Use the Cable Caster

CableSupply.com's John O' shows us how to use the Cable Caster to more effectively pull cable in hard to reach spaces.

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How to Pull Cable Around Corners

How to Pull Cable Around Corners

John O' from the CableSupply.com shows how to pull cable around corners easily and smoothly with the help of a few simple tools.

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Nylon Fish Tape

Nylon Fish Tape

CableSupply.com's John O' talks about Nylon Fish Tape. Nylon Fish Tape is inexpensive, lasts a long time, and is extremely flexible, making any job easy.

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Fishing Rods and Push Poles

Fishing Rods and Push Poles

CableSupply.com's Jim Gibson talks about the fishing rod and push pole tools, necessary for any IT professional.

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How to Punch Down and Daisy Chain a 66 Block

How to Punch Down and Daisy Chain a 66 Block

CableSupply.com's Jim Gibson shows in detail how to punch down a 66 block and daisy chain telco wire for telecommunications use.

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Fire Rated Cabling for Buildings

Fire Rated Cabling for Buildings

CableSupply.com's Jim Gibson explains the differences between PVC and plenum Ethernet cables and when you should choose plenum cabling.

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How To Cable a New Construction

How To Cable a New Construction

CableSupply's Jim Gibson takes you behind the scenes of a cabling installation in progress. We'll see how the technicians run phone and data cables using push poles and fishing rods, and how they terminate ends and punch them down.

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Vertical Data Rack

Secure Vertical Data Racks

CableSupply.com's Jim Gibson demos a secure vertical data rack! The Secure Vertical Data Rack is made in the USA using heavy duty steel, can mount to a backboard, concrete block, and even wall studs, and can be configured to exacting specifications for your IT needs.

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LAN Cable Troubleshooter and Tester

LAN Cable Troubleshooter and Tester

CableSupply.com demonstrates the Greenlee NCTcat Pro 2, NC-500 LAN Cable Tester! Using this tool, you will be able to test and troubleshoot Local Area Network Cabling - including telephone, data, and coax wiring. It has touchscreen controls, measures wires per length, has four wifi tracing tones, identifies up to eight remote jacks, tests patch cords and remote jacks, detects LAN by type, and also detects split pairs. This is a professional LAN cable tester.

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Greenlee Electricians Tool Bag 102950

Greenlee Electricians Tool Bag 102950

CableSupply.com demos the versatility of the rugged Greenlee Heavy Duty 8 Pocket Leather Pouch which is made from top-grain leather and features a tool clip, tape chain, and measuring tape clip.

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Greenlee Heavy Duty 8 Pocket Leather Pouch 102957

Greenlee Heavy Duty 8 Pocket Leather Pouch 102957

CableSupply.com shares the versatility of the rugged Greenlee Heavy Duty 8 Pocket Leather Pouch which is made from top-grain leather and features a tool clip, tape chain, and measuring tape clip.

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Terminating Shielded Cat6 Part 2

Terminating Shielded Cat6 Part 2

CableSupply.com demos how to punch down shielded Cat6 cable to a Shielded RJ45 Cat6 keystone jack.

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Terminating Shielded Cat6 Part 1

Terminating Shielded Cat6 Part 1

CableSupply.com demos how to terminate shielded Cat6 cable onto shielded Cat6 RJ45 modular plugs.

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Cable Identifier Demo

Cable Identifier Demo

CableSupply.com's Jim Gibson demonstrates the practical real-world applications of CableSupply.com's exclusive Cable Identifier. Quickly identify, test, and label all your cabling and save yourself from wasting hours toning and probing.

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How to Assemble a Data Center, Part 1

How to Assemble a Data Center, Part 1

In part 1 of a 4 part video series, we look at unboxing and assembling a data relay rack.

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How to Assemble a Data Center, Part 2

How to Assemble a Data Center, Part 2

In part 2 of a 4 part video series, we look at anchoring a data rack into the floor.

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Networking 101: Part 1

Networking 101: Part 1

In part 1 of a 3 part series on networking, we discuss the history of networks and legacy systems that predated modern LAN technology.

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Networking 101: Part 2

Networking 101: Part 2

In part 2 of a 3 part series on networking, we discuss the differences between hubs and switches.

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Networking 101: Part 3

Networking 101: Part 3

In part 3 of a 3 part series on networking, we go into more detail about what different types of switches look like and their applications in your home or office.

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Installing Cable and Terminating a Patch Panel (Part 4 of 4)

Installing Cable and Terminating a Patch Panel (Part 4 of 4)

Our technicians finish dressing the data rack with neatly bundled cable, terminated patch panels, and slotted ducts to manage all the wires that run (or will run) through the rack.

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Installing Cable and Terminating a Patch Panel (Part 3 of 4)

Installing Cable and Terminating a Patch Panel (Part 3 of 4)

We go back to our tech in the data room, who continues organizing cable to prepare it for termination on the rack-mounted patch panels. He demonstrates a few tools, including how to bundle cable using a Cable Comb and Velcro.

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Installing Cable and Terminating a Patch Panel (Part 2 of 4)

Installing Cable and Terminating a Patch Panel (Part 2 of 4)

While one technician continues organizing cable in the data room and punching down the patch panels, we visit with the technician terminating the jacks on the other end. We also take a look around the building and discuss tenant improvement jobs.

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Installing Cable and Terminating a Patch Panel (Part 1 of 4)

Installing Cable and Terminating a Patch Panel (Part 1 of 4)

A 4-part video series showing networking technicians from Nova Voice and Data Systems as they install Cat6 cable at a job site. The technicians talk about and demonstrate some of their work and discuss professional telecom cabling practices.

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How to Start Your Own Cabling Business

VLOG How to Start Your Own Cabling Business

Ever wondered how to start your own business in the cabling business? Jim talks about common pitfalls business owners might run into while starting a new business.

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Why CableSupply.com is the best

Why CableSupply.com Is The Best

CableSupply.com is owned and managed by cable installation techs who have been in the industry for over 30 years. We have tested and used the products we sell on this website, and we stand by their quality.

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Taxes

Taxes

CableSupply.com's Owner Jim Gibson shares his thoughts on local, state, and federal taxation.

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How to Cable a RJ45, Cat.5E Computer Jack

How to Cable a RJ45, Cat.5E Computer Jack

CableSupply.com staff explains how to punch down an RJ45 Keystone Ethernet Jack using the Impact Tool, or punchdown tool.

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How to make a Cat5E Network/Ethernet Cable

How to make a Cat5E Network/Ethernet Cable

Cable Supply staff shows how to make a ethernet patch cord from scratch.

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How to punch down a 24port Patch Panel

How to punch down a 24port Patch Panel

CableSupply.com staff describes how to punch down on a 24 port ethernet patch panel.

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Bundling Ethernet Cable w/ Cable Comb and Terminating a Patch Panel

Bundling Ethernet Cable with the Cable Comb and Terminating a Patch Panel

Here's some footage from one of our cabling job sites. We use the Cable Comb and a zip tie to smooth out and organize Cat5E Ethernet cable and then we bundle it with strips of velcro.

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Product Demo: Greenlee 16" Tool Carrier 102953

Product Demo: Greenlee 16" Tool Carrier 102953

CableSupply.com demos Greenlee 16" Tool Carrier 102953 and its features.

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How To Install A Cat6 Computer Jack

How To Install A Cat6 Computer Jack

Learn how to punch down a Cat6 computer jack using tools and parts found on our website - featuring both economy and professional technician's tools.

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How To Install A Telephone Jack

How To Install A Telephone Jack

Learn how to punch down a telephone jack using tools and parts found on our website.

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How To Install A Cat5E Computer Jack

How To Video: How to install a Cat5E Computer Jack

Learn how to punch down a Cat5E computer jack using tools and parts found on our website - featuring both economy and professional technician's tools.

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How To Make A Telephone Cable RJ11

How To Make A Telephone Cable RJ11

Learn how to repair or make an RJ11 cable mod plug or telephone cable using tools and parts found on our website - useful for those times when you have to repair or replace a mod plug.

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Secure Vertical Data Racks

Secure Vertical Data Racks

CableSupply.com Product Review Video: Wall-Mountable Vertical Data Racks

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Cable Management above the ceiling

Cable Management above the ceiling

This video demos The Loop for Cable Management above the ceiling.

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Different Types of Patch Cords

Different Types of Patch Cords

Today we describe the different types of patch cords available for sale and discuss their features.

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Unpopulated Keystone Panels

Unpopulated Keystone Panels

CableSupply.com discusses Unpopulated Keystone Panels and how to populate them with different connectors.

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