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Patch Panels – An Introduction

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A fiber optic patch panel provides a way to keep large numbers of cables organized, enabling flexible connectivity into network hardware located in a data center or an access or wiring closet. The most common type of patch panel is used within an organization’s LAN.

Patch panels come in different sizes and port densities. They can be mounted on a wall, rack, or desk. There are also various connector types available, such as RJ45, Fiber Optic LC, Fiber Optic SC, and USB.

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  • How Do Patch Panels Work?
  • Conclusion: 

How Do Patch Panels Work?

A patch panel consists of a back panel and a front plate,fiber optic splitters also can be put into the patch panel. The back panel has a number of ports that the cables are plugged into. The front plate is where the cables are connected to the equipment.

The back panel of the patch panel has keystone jacks that the cables are plugged into. The front plate has either plug-in connectors or punch-down blocks. Patch panels can be used with either Cat5e or Cat6 cable.

Conclusion: 

Patch panels are a vital part of any network installation. They provide a central point for connecting multiple cables, which makes it easy to add or remove devices from the network. Patch panels come in different sizes and port densities, and they can be mounted on a wall, rack, or desk. There are also various connector types available, such as RJ45, Fiber Optic LC, Fiber Optic SC, and USB.

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