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Computers Mobil / Cell Phones Relocation and Data Cabling
| Relocation and Data Cabling |
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| Written by Kirby Whitehall |
| Saturday, 27 June 2009 11:40 |
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When your business is moving offices, there are more pressing concerns than the physical transportation of desks, computers, and people. Relocating phone systems and data cabling should be a top priority when changing offices and should be planned for well in advance. There is already time lost with the physical move, so don?t add to that expense by improper preparation. Going into the move with a few things firmly in mind will help facilitate a seamless transition. For as seamless an IT and phone system transfer as possible, note these questions and find answers for them well in advance: 1. How much time do you have before the scheduled transition? 2. What type of structure does the new space provide? 3. Will the cabling run through a plenum space? 4. How many cable drops are required for the new space? 5. Will you use the same phone system or purchase a new one? How much time do you have before the scheduled move? Undoubtedly, if your business is moving spaces, there is a set date for the move. When you are 60 days out from the transition, make sure you have consulted with your phone provider, giving them notice and scheduling the transfer. Many telecommunications firms demand 45 days notice for all installation jobs, so don?t get caught unawares only two weeks before the move, or there might be a delay which will result in lost time. What type of structure does the new space provide? A visit to the new space will tell you what type of ceiling structure the new space has. A drop ceiling will require a different installation process than a hard cap ceiling, for a drop ceiling provides a space above the ceiling panels to install cables, whereas a hard cap ceiling does not. In either case, let your cable installer know so they can prepare. Know the cabling requirements of the new space. If the data and voice cabling will run adjacent to the circulatory systems for heating, air-conditioning and ventilation, the installer is required to use plenum-rated cable which is sheathed in either a PVC or FEP plastic fire-retardant jacket to safeguard against fire and toxicity. If not, non-plenum cable will suffice. Plenum-rated cable is more expensive, but it is required to be used in plenum spaces. Calculate the number of voice and data drops needed in the new space. The run of cable extending from the starting point ? usually the server room or wiring station ? to the end point ? an office or work station ? is known as a drop. Calculate the precise number of drops necessary for the new space. This includes voice and computer drops for each office and cubicle, plus however many are needed for fax machines and printers. Determine if you will be using your existing phone system. Your cable installer may be equipped to transfer your existing phone system, in which case it would be included in the bid. In the event that the installer cannot do the job, a subcontractor can do the work. If your phone system is technologically sound and up-to-date, there is no reason why you need to purchase another one. Simply have it relocated as well. In either case, consult your cable installer about the matter. Additional factors will come up including determining the distance from the server room to each drop point, the necessity of an intermediate distribution point for bigger offices, and the need for special fiber optics or CAT5e or CAT6 cabling to reduce network interference. If you are familiar with your network environment, your budget, and your current bandwidth and projected bandwidth need for the future ? which you should be ? you can plan accordingly, limiting any setbacks during the transition and losing as little time as possible. About the Author: Author: Kirby Whitehall is a telecommunications specialist from Infiniti Telecommunications, Kindly provided by MoneyHunter.org You are welcome to use this article on your own website, if you include the link just before this text. |
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