Guides in this section
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General Guides & Overviews
General guides and overviews covering what you need to know about IT infrastructure and data cabling. Read the guide
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Cable Types & Media
Guides to cable types and media: Cat5e to Cat8, Cat6A, fibre basics, single-mode vs multi-mode, shielded vs unshielded and copper vs fibre backbones. Read the guide
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Standards, Partnerships and Compliance
The standards, compliance requirements and supplier partnerships behind ACCL's installations. Read the guide
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Installation & Best Practices
Articles and best-practice recommendations for safe, efficient and future-ready cabling installations, whether upgrading or starting new. Read the guide
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Troubleshooting, Testing & Maintenance
Expert advice and practical guides for troubleshooting, testing and maintaining reliable network cabling. Read the guide
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Power over Ethernet (PoE)
How Power over Ethernet works, the PoE types and wattages, cable and heat limits, common faults and how to plan PoE for cameras, Wi-Fi and lighting. Read the guide
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Health, Safety & Fire Considerations
Up-to-date guidance on health, safety and fire considerations for data cabling installations. Read the guide
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Emerging Technology & Future Trends
The emerging technologies and future trends shaping data cabling, from fibre growth to new standards. Read the guide
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Glossary
Plain-English definitions for cabling, fibre, Wi-Fi, CCTV, access control and data centre terms and acronyms. Read the guide
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
We don't expect you to be an expert, that's our job. Answers to the questions our customers ask most, kept up to date as technology changes. Read the guide
