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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