Cable Distribution

Question 1

Cable Distribution System

Answer 1

An organized system that connects the network’s backbone in the MDF to the IDF and finally to the end user’s wall jacks

Question 2

Demarcation Point

Answer 2

Where the internet service provider’s connection ends and your network begins

Question 3

Backbone Switch

Answer 3

Connects to everything on the network

Question 4

Main Distribution Frame (MDF)

Answer 4

A telecommunications closet which serves as the main starting point for all interior cabling

Question 5

Cable Tray

Answer 5

A unit or assembly of units that form a rigid structural system to securely support the cables and raceways (usually located inside of a ceiling drop or raised floor)

Question 6

Intermediate Distribution Frame (IDF)

Answer 6

Contains an edge switch, a patch panel, and other associated equipment to support the floor and offices nearest to it

Question 7

66 Block (M Block)

Answer 7

Used in older analog telephone systems and older CAT 3 networks and supports a 25-pair cable that would run to the MDF or IDF

Question 8

110 Block

Answer 8

Supports high speed data networks for CAT 5 and above and includes the use of insulation displacement contract connectors (American style networks Voice & Data)b

Question 9

Krone Block

Answer 9

Proprietary European alternative to 110 block

Question 10

BIX Block

Answer 10

Another proprietary punch down block which is available in various sizes

Question 11

Patch Panel

Answer 11

Keeps a data center or server room organized by making it easy to move, add, or change a cable distribution infrastructure

Question 12

Fiber Distribution Panels

Answer 12

Converts Fiber Connections from one type to another, Patch Panel for Fiber