When running network patch cable through a home, it’s more cost-effective to use bulk cable and terminate the ends by yourselves. Because this offers users the flexibility to cut out a required length, whether very short or very long. On the other hand, if one needs to route 50ft Ethernet cable upstairs through a closet […]
Copper Network
Plenum Cable vs Non-plenum Cable, Which to Choose?
When building a copper cabling system for office or home, one constant that seems to be always taken into consideration is plenum cable vs non-plenum cable, which one does the project actually need? Plenum and non-plenum refer to the jacket that surrounds the cable, which is defined by NEC (National Electric Code) aiming at preventing […]
Cat6 vs Cat7 vs Cat8 Cable: What’s the Difference?
“I want to install data cables for my newly-built house. However, I have no idea which cable I should choose when speaking of Cat6 vs Cat7 vs Cat8. If I use Cat8 cable, is it possible to use it with standard Cat7 connector? Can someone help me? Thanks in advance!” As we know, Ethernet cable […]
Dell PowerConnect 2824 User’s Guide
Dell PowerConnect 2824 switch is a member of the Dell PowerConnect 2800 Series family which includes PowerConnect 2808, PowerConnect 2816, PowerConnect 2824 and PowerConnect 2848 switches (as shown below). All of them are Web-managed Gigabit Ethernet switches designed for the Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) that requires high performance edge connectivity. Among them, Dell PowerConnect 2824 […]
Cabling Solution for D-Link DGS-1100-16 Switch
As an addition to EasySmart Switches featuring D-Link Green Technology, the DGS-1100-16 switch provides an affordable solution for small and medium Business, and for communities without IT staff. Over the past few years since it was released, D-Link DGS-1100-16 has been delivering stable performance and won a good reputation. Here, we will reintroduce this switch […]
10GBase-T vs SFP+, Which Is Better for Building 10G Home Network Lab?
As we all know, 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) can be offered in optical and copper links which may be achieved through 10GBase-T copper switches and SFP+ fiber switches. Thus IT managers often face the challenge of selecting an appropriate 10G physical media when building their 10G home network labs. This post will discuss 10GBase-T vs SFP+, which […]