Decoding Grade A Connector in Fiber Optic Cables
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com With the advances in fiber optic technology and transmission systems, reliable cabling systems are becoming even more important. Active optical equipment, which is often worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, is all connected into the network via the humble fiber optic patch cord or patch lead. The risk [ Continue reading…]
24-Port Gigabit Switch Selection
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com An Ethernet switch acts as a bridge to connect different parts of a network together. Although many routers also possess the network switching capabilities and multiple Ethernet ports, the Ethernet switch is not the replacement for routers. It is worth emphasizing that Ethernet switches are smarter than routers [ Continue reading…]
Understanding GPON OLT / ONU / ONT SFP Module
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com Since the advances in Ethernet technology, “last mile” connectivity is expected to realize between the network backbone and local area networks (end users). Gigabit Passive Optical Network (GPON) is a cost-effective point-to-multipoint access network, which brings great improvement in data transmission distance (up to 20km) and bandwidth (an [ Continue reading…]
MTP/MPO Fiber Cable and its Application in 40G Network
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com As the request for greater bandwidth and higher-density fiber optic connections within data centers continues, these requirements must be met by choosing the right type of connectivity. MPO/MTP fiber cable is specially designed for applications for all networking and device needs like 40G modules. It uses a high-density [ Continue reading…]
Introduction to Several Cable Ties
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com Owing to its low cost and ease of use, cables ties are ubiquitous in a wide range of telecom applications. Generally, cable ties, zip ties, or tie wraps are designed to hold items together, primarily the electric cables or wires. It is treated as a type of fastener. [ Continue reading…]
Cost Comparison: Fusion Splicing Versus Pre-terminated System
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com Fiber optic joints or termination is a necessary process when installing a network. Every network operators who aim to deploy a next-generation fiber network have to determine how to build a flexible, reliable and long-lasting infrastructure at the lowest possible cost. In general, there are mainly two fiber [ Continue reading…]
How to Create More Capacity in Data Center
No CommentsWith the ever-increasing demand for more computing power and data center servers, data center manager have the responsibility to chart a data center capacity plan and determine what strategy will accommodate business needs best. Of course, they could just expand to large facilities (upgrading to the advanced switch and fiber [ Continue reading…]
Introduction to 10GBASE-LR and 10GBASE-LRM SFP+
No CommentsAlthough the 40G/100G optical modules are on the very top trend for enterprise and data center for the interconnection, 10G transceiver modules are still in great demand. There are several types of 10G optical transceiver modules available for sale including the XENPAK, X2, XFP, small form-factor plable plus (SFP+) transceiver, [ Continue reading…]
The Benefit and Challenge of Patch Panel
No CommentsPatch panel is undoubtedly an essential component in cabling systems as it provide a simple, neat and easy-to-manage solution. For example, if you want to wire a network system that includes multiple wall ports, patch panels will not only allow you to terminate cable elements, but the signal to be [ Continue reading…]
Understanding Industrial Fiber Optic Cable
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com Fiber optic cabling usually utilizes redized jackets to ensure optimal performance in the face of extreme temperatures; exposure to UV/sunlight, oil, and solvents; and crushing impact, which makes it the ideal solution in any industrial environment where high-speed, high-bandwidth data solutions are needed. It can be used for [ Continue reading…]