Monthly Archives: November 2024
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Posted: November 17, 2024Categories: EthernetRead more »
Voice and data networks rely on a variety of connectors to ensure seamless communication, whether through voice calls, internet access, or data sharing – foremost among these are RJ45 Ethernet connectors and fiber optic connectors. They are essential for interfacing different network devices, enabling fast data transmission, and supporting scalable infrastructure. This blog post explores RJ45 Ethernet connectors and fiber optic connectors . We cover their main features and uses, and why you might choose one type over the other.
RJ45 Ethernet Connectors
The RJ45 connector is a staple in Ethernet-based networks, found in homes, offices, and data centers worldwide. It is used for connecting computers, routers, switches, and other devices to a local area network (LAN) via Category 5e (Cat 5e), Category 6 (Cat 6), or higher-grade Ethernet cables.
Some Features:
- 8-pin modular design: Each RJ45 plug houses eight pins, corresponding to eight individual wires within the Ethernet cable, arranged
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Posted: November 04, 2024Categories: Network RacksRead more »
When it comes to organizing, securing, and optimizing your IT infrastructure, a floor-standing server rack cabinet offers numerous benefits for data centers, network closets, and office environments. Whether you need a network rack enclosure or an open-frame floor rack, ShowMeCables’ server rack cabinet series accommodates a wide range of equipment sizes, from 8U to 45U in height and 20 to 42 inches in depth.
Below we cover five of the best reasons for choosing a freestanding IT equipment rack. This is not an exhaustive list, but a highlight of the advantages most taller, larger floor racks and cabinets have over smaller wall-mount models.
- Mobility
Superior mobility is an obvious advantage of floor-standing enclosures and open-frame equipment racks over their wall-mount cousins. The vast majority of ShowMeCables’ floor-standing models either come with, or can be fitted with, heavy duty caster wheels for easy movement. This doesn’t mean they are less stable. Many of them have leveling feet
