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Preventing Costly Mistakes with PATCHSEE Intelligent Patch Cables

Written by Libby Jones | 17-May-2024 09:17:48

Could the answer to disconnecting the wrong patch cord have been right in front of us all along? Explore how intelligent patch cables are transforming business operations by minimising costly mistakes and enhancing efficiency.

The Importance of Reliable Connectivity in Business Operations

In today's digital age, the foundation of reliable connectivity is paramount for businesses to operate effectively. And with a myriad of devices, systems, and applications needing to seamlessly communicate, a robust network infrastructure becomes the primary lifeline of efficient business operations.

The core function of Comms rooms, Patch panels, Server farms, and Data centres is to ensure the seamless operation of corporate information services. As technology advances rapidly, the management of infrastructure becomes more intricate. Whether it's a scheduled maintenance task or an unforeseen technical issue, swift and secure solutions are essential to keep operations running smoothly.

The potential financial repercussions stemming from network service downtime can result in substantial losses, spelling bad news for any sector, but especially for the likes of banking, e-commerce and telecommunications.

So as networks become more intricate and the need for seamless connectivity continues to rise, businesses need a reliable solution to guarantee uninterrupted operations.

That solution is PATCHSEE...

What are Intelligent Patch Cables? 

Faced with the previously mentioned headaches, the PATCHSEE solution was designed from the outset to meet the expectations of network designers and managers in terms of efficiency, performance and security.

Confronted with the challenges mentioned earlier, PATCHSEE solution was created to satisfy the previously unmet demands of network designers and managers by delivering unparalleled efficiency, performance, and security.

What are the benefits?

Ever disconnected the wrong patch cord? We've all been there.

Network management benefits delivered exclusively by this technology allow quick and efficient identification of data connections and strategic links, eliminating the risk of this confusion again.

And being compatible with all existing network hardware PATCHSEE offers unmatched convenience, security and speed for maintenance and troubleshooting tasks in data centres, network racks, and beyond.

  • Instantly trace both ends of any network cable using an exclusive lighting system
  • Clear visual identification: No more plugging and unplugging the wrong cable
  • Confirm links before disconnecting servers and other connections
  • Small-sized boots fit easily into high-density environment
  • PatchClip removable colour clips: Practical for managing any kind of network; provides visual differentiation for racks, applications and servers according to their use (e-commerce, Web, data, etc); protects cable lock-tabs
  • Compatible with all types of computer equipment: cabling, switches, etc.
  • Complies with EIA/TIA & ISO standards - 10 GB applications
  • Cat. 6a / Cat. 6 / Cat. 5e - UTP & FTP
  • Available in lengths from 2 to 165 feet (0.6 to 50 meters)
  • Several PatchLight models to choose from, providing different colors for simultaneous identification

How does it work?

PATCHSEE cables are the first RJ45 Patch Cords in the world with optical technology.

To locate your RJ45 cables, the light is transmitted from one end to the other by two plastic optical fibres integrated into the cable.

 

Don't just take our word for it: Try before you buy

While these challenges may sound all too familiar, we recognise the hesitation that comes with transitioning from the known to the unknown when it comes to implementing a new solution in your current infrastructure.

So, why not give it a trial run first?

Request your free demo kit here to receive it in 48 hours and see for yourself and if you have any questions or queries, you can always speak to a product expert from our team by emailing info@thecablingcompany.com or calling 0845 11 66 257.