What Is a Patch Panel Do You Need One



  • Patch panel is solely used for organization
  • Patch panels typically are used for
    • Network jack cabling that will never be changed
    • Running Hard lines to various locations
    • organizing cable output locations into the patch panel which goes into the router
      • This way when the patch cable between the patch panel and switch wears out its not the house wiring that is getting worn its the disposable gear.
  • Patch panel cables that get ran through your house are not stranded cables rather they are solid core cables and are not meant to be handled often
  • Patch panel cabling is useful for terminating wire ends of house cabling into the panel which turns into jacks to connect to the switch/router

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