WEEK 5

Computer Systems
Servicing NCII (G12)
(Learning Activity)

“Patch Panel”
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, STUDENT(S) MUST be able to:

1. Know how to configure patch panel

What Is the Difference Between Ethernet & Patch Cables?

Ethernet and patch cables are usually referred to interchangeably,

although there can be differences between the two. A patch cable is
a generic term that can be used for multiple types of cabling (such
as telephone or audio/video, in addition to Ethernet).

Patch panel

A patch panel, patch bay, patch field or jack field is a device or unit
featuring a number of jacks, usually of the same or similar type, for
the use of connecting and routing circuits for monitoring,
interconnecting, and testing circuits in a convenient, flexible
manner. Patch panels are commonly used in computer networking,
recording studios, radio and television.
-Wikipedia.org

In a LAN, the patch panel connects the network's computers to

each other and to the outside lines that enable the LAN to connect
to the Internet or another WAN. Connections are made with patch
cords. The patch panel allows circuits to be arranged and
rearranged by plugging and unplugging the patch cords.
CONFIGURING PATCH PANEL

MOUNT THE PATCH PANEL

1. Remove the patch modules from the patch panel by pressing

the latches inward until the latches disengage from the opening.
Refer to figure below.

Figure 2
2. Using two of the four mounting screws, mount the patch panel
onto the bottom bracket of the SCS enclosure. Refer to figure
shown below. If a starter panel is being used, subsequent patch
panels should be installed below the starter panel.
 Figure 3

TERMINATION

1. Trim the cable to length. Strip the cable to the dimension given in
Figure 5.

Figure 4
ROUTING THE CABLE

1. Separate the voice (telephone distribution) and data (computer

networking) cables, and insert them through the cable hole plugs of
the SCS enclosure. It is recommended that the voice cable be located
on the left and the data cable on the right of the SCS enclosure. See
Figure 3. Allow a minimum of 46 cm [18 in.] of excess cable inside
the SCS enclosure.

2. At the back of the patch panel, attach a universal wiring label, with
the T568A color code side out, to each patch module. Refer to
Figure 5, Detail A.

Port 6 Port 4 Port 2

Port 5 Port 3 Port 1

Figure 5, Detail A

Important notes

Rear panel port numbering may be different

from this photo. Some patch panel have their
own wiring scheme and placements. Please
do read your manual in order to obtain
correct configuration.
3. Arrange the wires according to the T568A color code (See
figure 6, 7 and 8) if you are going to use T568B just interchange
the position of green to orange, white green to white orange and
terminate the wires to the blocks according to the instructions
included with the tool. Keep wire twisted to a maximum of 13
mm [.50 in.] from the termination. Refer to Figure 5, Detail B.
 Figure 5, Detail B

Figure 6: Color
code
4. Install the patch modules into the openings in the patch panel,
feeding excess cable into the wall cavity.

5. Label each port to identify the cable.

 Figure 7: Patch panel color configuration

Figure8: Patch panel correct numbering

Note: Back panel configuration of patch panel may vary depends on its
manufacturer.
 -TEST-
Name: ______________________________________________
Date: _______________________________________________
Structured Cabling Patch Panel Punchdown Quiz

Multiple choice: Encircle the letters only.

1. Network cabling is defined on which layer of the 7 layers?
a. Application b. Network c. Physical

2. Layer decides which physical pathway the data should take?

a. Application b. Network c. Physical

3. What is the maximum cable length of UTP?

a. 100 ft b. 200 ft c. 100 m d. 200 m

4. What is the maximum data capacity of UTP?

a. 10 mbps b. 100 mbps c. 1000 mbps d. 10000 mbps

5. Which connector does STP cables uses?

a. BNC b. RJ-11 c. RJ-45 d. RJ-69

6. What is the maximum data capacity for optical fiber cable?

a. 10 mbps b. 100 mbps c. 1000 mbps d. 10000 mbps

7. What is the central device in star topology?

a. STP server b. Hub/switch c. PDC d. Router

Identification test:

8. The cable end attached to the patch panel must be punched down in the
following order?
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9. The cable attached to the modular jack must follow what industry standards?
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10. RJ11 connectors are used on what type of cable?

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