Net+ Chapter 6: Installing a Physical Network pg 133 - 169

Patch Panels and Cables
- patch panel
        - a bow with a row of female connectors in front and permanent connections in the back
- 110 Block
        - UTP cables connect using a punch down tool
- 66 Block
        - used more commonly for telephone services but still common to find 66-blocks in a telecommunications room
- patch panels prevent horizontal cabling from being moved
- patch panels are also used to organize cables
- patch panels are available in:
        - UTP
        - STP
        - Fiber Optic
        - a mix of the three standards
- UTP patch panels come with ratings
- patch cables:
        - short (2-5 foot) UTP cables
        - stranded core

Demarc
- physical location of the connection and marks the dividing line of responsibility for the functioning of the network
- NIU:
          -> DSL or cable modem supplied by your ISP

Installing Structured Cabling 
- get a floor plan
- map the runs of the cables
- find an appropriate room for telecommunications
         - short distances from work areas
         - has a lot of power sockets
         - low humidity
         - temperature controls
         - not easily accessed