Physically Installing A Network Flashcards
Why is proper planning of physical installations crucial?
For network performance and scalability
What does the selection of location affect for network components?
Accessibility, maintenance, and future expansion capabilities
What can choice of location for network installations impact?
Signal quality, network speed, and system reliability
What to consider when selecting locations?
Environmental factors, distance to users, and compliance with safety regulations
What is the main distribution frame (MDF)?
Primariy hub of a network’s cabling system where ISPs lines meet the internal network
Where should the MDF be located?
Centrally
What is the intermediary distribution frame (IDF)?
Serves as a secondary hub in network infrastructure
Where should the IDF be located?
On each floor or section to handle local network traffic
What does an IDF reduce between the MDF and end users?
Reduces the distance data must travel
How to accommodate network equipment?
Selecting the appropriate rack size for efficient use and space
What to consider when selecting a rack size?
Number of devices, future expansion needs, and available physical space in installation area
What does port intake refer to?
Where cool air enters switch from the front and hot air is expelled from the rear vent
How does port side exhaust differ from port intake?
Cool air enters through the back and hot air is expelled from the front
How does cabling play a critical role in network connectivity?
Carries data between devices and infrastructure components
How to ensure organization, accessibility, and ease of management with cable management?
The use of patch panels and fiber distribution panels
What are patch panels?
Centralized point for connecting and managing network cables
What do patch panels help with in networks?
Reduce clutter, provide structure, and cable management
What are fiber distribution panels used for?
Terminate and distribute fiber optic cables
What do fiber distribution panels ensure?
Efficient routing, minimized signal loss, and centralized location for managing
What does a lockable cabinet offer for secuirty of networking equipment and sensitive data?
Restricts physical access and unauthorized tanmpering or theft
How do hardware components keep from overheating in a lockable cabinet?
They have breathable mesh on the doors to ventilate air
What can power management maintain in networks?
Network reliability and operational efficiency
How does planning of power management reduce downtime and equipment damage?
Ensuring all devices receive stable and sufficient power
Why is the uninterruptable power supply (UPS) useful in networks?
Provides emergency power when the main power fails
What is the runtime of the UPS?
How long connected devices are powered on
What is the capacity of the UPS?
How much power a battery can store
How are power distribution units designed (PDU)?
Designed to distribute electric power to various components
Can PDUs range in their design and functions?
Yes, they can be as simple as a power strip or complex with remote monitoring and control over multiple power outlets
What is essential of knowing for power load?
Total power requirements
What to ensure with power supplies and backup systems?
The specific voltage needs of the equipment
What do environmental conditions impact?
Longevity and efficiency of network equipment
Why is monitoring humidity essential in networking?
Preventing corrosion and static electricity buildup
Where to maintain humidity to help protect networking equipment?
Moderately, between 45%-55%
Why is fire suppression integrated within network environments?
Protect hardware against damage
What kind of fire suppression should be used instead of water based solutions?
Gas or clean agent extinguishers
What is recommended for temperature management of networking environments?
Keep cool with active cooling solutions
What is an active cooling solution?
A/C
