Category Archives: Cable Management

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Contractor Pitstop – Siemon’s LockIT Secure Connectivity System

Posted on September 25, 2012 by David Wall

LockIT is the ultimate in cost-effective, easy-to use security for physical layer network connections. We’re giving cabling installers an easy way to try it out.  Order your free LockIT sample kit. LockIT Features: Secures RJ-45 and LC Fiber Ports – … Continue reading →

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How to Eliminate Server Swing-Arms in Data Center Cabinets

Posted on May 15, 2012 by David Wall

Server-mounted swing arms are a common solution for cable management in data center enclosures. But they actually cause more problems than they solve. Swing arms have limited capacity and when overfilled, can keep cabinet doors from closing. This not only … Continue reading →

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Save time labeling Siemon products with Brady’s LabelMark™ 5.4 Software expansion pack

Posted on February 27, 2012 by David Wall

Brady has recently collaborated with Siemon to release the latest version of LabelMark™ Label Design Software. Pre-made label templates for Siemon’s most common network connectivity are now included in the new time-saving datacomm wizard in LabelMark 5.4. “Before, network technicians … Continue reading →

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Point-to-Point vs. Any-to-All: Understanding structured cabling’s benefits

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Chris Soricelli

The 11/4/11 issue of Processor Magazine features a cover story exploring point-to-point cabling (AKA: top of rack, direct-connect, etc) versus any-to-all structured cabling in the data center.  Based on an interview with Siemon’s Carrie Higbie, it does a great job … Continue reading →

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Lan of the Lost – Top 5 Headaches Associated with Network Database Inaccuracy

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Frank Velleca

When speaking to potential intelligent infrastructure management customers, I frequently ask what tools they currently use to document and manage their network. Most customers use a static software tool (i.e., no real time updates) and complain that their database is … Continue reading →

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Trouble fitting high-performance cable like category 6A into standard outlet boxes?

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Brian Duval

One sure way to know that a particular cabling type is seeing widespread installation is an uptick in feedback (I.E.: constructive criticism) from installers.  For 10Gb/s cabling like category 6A, we anticipated that these cables’ increased diameter and bend radius … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Day: Category 7A TERA Outlets Connected to Patch Panel for Performance Beyond 10GBASE-T

Posted on July 18, 2011 by David Wall

This Photo of the Day is from a data center build-up by one of Siemon’s customers.  Category 7A TERA outlets are wired to the rear of a TERA-MAX patch panel. TERA allowed the customer performance to 10Gb/s and beyond with … Continue reading →

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