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Automation Through Network Cable Termination
Network cable termination is a term generally referred for connecting the wires of the UTP cable to the connectors or plugs
. You may need to terminate the cable to connect the computers in a network (LAN) or to connect other devices like wall sockets, patch panels, modems and some audio/visual devices. Usually the high speed CAT5 or CAT6 cables are used for the purpose that has 8 wires in 4 pairs. These wires need to be in the correct order for a proper and functional termination.For network cable connection, the cables have some coloured wire outer that indicate the way or order in which the wires should be connected. Network cabling engineer calls it colour coding. Knowing the exact colour code is extremely important; otherwise the connections may not work. The cables are connected to either do straight or cross connections. Also, it is highly recommended using the same standard (colour code) cables throughout the network.
Other than computer connections, you may also need to connect CAT6 cables for audio and visual automation at your home. They can also be connected through network cable termination technique. However, most of the devices today are built to work through wireless technology, but there still may be certain devices and functions that need cable connections. These connections are far more reliable and secure. The best thing about these cables is that they are most compatible to be connected to the older devices that you may have in your house as well as with the latest devices, and you can rest assured that once you get your house operational with cable connections for audio, visual and other computer devices, you would not require to change it for at least next 10 years. In case you need to get the cable connection done for some purpose, you may call for a qualified and experienced network cabling engineer, or if you have experience or knowledge about the colour coding and other specifications, you may try to do the connection yourself under the guidance of an expert. For a successful network cable termination, you would need the quality cable, RJ45 connectors, crimper and network cable tester. It is always good to cut wire few meter longer than required to accommodate any future requirement. Also, make sure that the equipments that you are using are of high quality otherwise it may take a lot of time struggling with the tools and putting in huge efforts.
To begin with the processes of network cable termination cut the cable and remove its jacket for about 0.5 inch to expose the coloured wires. Untwist the wires to straighten them for connection. Now keep the wires according to the specified colour coding and cut them together to be in a straight line. Now insert all wires together in the RJ45 connector making sure that they are in perfect order and place. Double-check the order whether the wires are in contact with the end of the connector. If everything is set, crimp the cable with the help of a crimper and finally test your connection with the network cable tester. Similar process can be repeated for network cable termination on the other end of the cable. If you are unsure about the colour coding and other technical specifications, let an expert network cabling engineer do the job for you.
by: Stephen Hill