Evaluating And Meeting Cable Requirements; Cabling Standards; Cable Labeling And Record Keeping - Extreme Networks Summit X150-24t Hardware Installation Manual

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Evaluating and Meeting Cable Requirements

This section addresses requirements for the cable you should use when installing your network
equipment. It includes:

Cabling Standards

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Cable Labeling and Record Keeping

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Installing Cable
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RJ-45 Connector Jackets
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Radio Frequency Interference
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Cabling Standards
Extreme Networks recommends using the Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI)
Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD), which is globally recognized as a standard
in site planning and cabling. For information, go to:
http://www.bicsi.org
Cable Labeling and Record Keeping
A reliable cable labeling system is essential when planning and installing a network. Maintaining
accurate records helps you to:
Relocate devices easily.
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Make changes quickly.
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Isolate faults in the distribution system.
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Locate the opposite end of any cable.
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Know the types of network devices that your cabling infrastructure can support.
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Follow these guidelines when setting up a cable labeling system suitable for your installation:
Identify cables by securely attaching labels to all cable ends.
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Assign a unique block of sequential numbers to the group of cables that run between each pair of
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wiring closets.
Assign a unique identification number to each equipment rack.
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Identify all wiring closets by labeling the front panel of your Extreme Networks equipment and
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other hardware.
Keep accurate and current cable identification records.
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Post records near each equipment rack. For each cable drop, include information about the cable
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source, destination, and jumper location.
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