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Contractor Pitstop – Siemon’s V600 24″ (600mm) Cabinet
Looking for a cost-effective, feature-rich 24” (600mm) cabinet solution? Check out Siemon’s V600: Standard footprint 24” (600mm) width, 40” (1000mm) and 48” (1200mm) depth options, 45U Flexible mounting options Standard 19” mounting rails are depth adjustable to support multiple equipment … Continue reading
Contractor Pitstop: Siemon’s S110 Connecting Block System
After so many years, why are Siemon’s S110 connecting blocks still so popular with cabling contractors? Let’s count the ways. . . US-Made – Siemon S110 blocks are made right here in Watertown, CT High-Quality – Like all Siemon product, … Continue reading
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10GBASE-T: The Future of 10Gb/s Ethernet [INFOGRAPHIC]
In this Infographic, we look at key points in the timeline of 10Gb/s copper cabling and the 10GBASE-T application standard. From early cabling options to current and future developments, it shows 10GBASE-T and twisted-pair copper cabling’s projected rise to 10Gb/s … Continue reading
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Not All Fiber Optic Assemblies are Created Equal [INFOGRAPHIC]
In this Infographic, we look at the results of benchmark tests comparing fiber optic cable assemblies from established global manufacturers versus low-cost generic assembly house options and explore the potential impact on your network. Get the full test results … Continue reading
Contractor Pitstop – Siemon’s STM-8 Cable Tester
Siemon’s STM-8 tester has been a staple in the network cabling industry for years and there’s no secret to its long-term popularity. Designed to test UTP and shielded cable, this hand-held unit is economical, versatile and like any Siemon product, … Continue reading
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New Mission Critical Article Looks at Structured Cabling Vs. Point-to-Point in the Data Center
Carrie Higbie’s expertise is getting around. She’s been all over the world, helping data center pros get a more balanced handle on the current debate between point-to-point cabling and structured cabling. This time, Carrie has written a piece for Mission … Continue reading
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Contractor Pitstop: Siemon HD6 Patch Panels
When it was launched back in 1999, Siemon’s HD6 Patch panel was the first to exceed category 6 performance requirements. Now, over a decade later, its installer friendly features and high quality still set the standard for category 6 patching, … Continue reading
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Contractor Pitstop: Fast Multi-Pair Terminations on S110 and S210 Blocks
With all of the “latest and greatest” tools coming out promising to simplify the cabling contractor’s job, it is easy to forget the tried and true “stand-bys” that are just as effective today as when they first hit the market. … Continue reading
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Contractor Pitstop: Free XLR8 Mechanical Splice Fiber Termination Kit
Siemon wants cabling contractors to see firsthand how the innovative XLR8™ mechanical splice system can improve LC and SC fiber termination times and performance consistency. So, for a limited time, Siemon is offering a free XLR8 tool kit with the purchase … Continue reading
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New Article: 10GBase-T equipment availability and the future of copper media
Cabling Installation and Maintenance Magazine has just published an interesting article on 10GBASE-T and twisted pair copper cabling in their March issue. Written by Ron Cates of PLX (a leading 10Gb/s PHY developer) and Siemon’s Val Maguire, it gives a solid overview … Continue reading
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