Wired Right
When moving into a new office, setting up effective power and network cabling is essential to ensure seamless daily operations. A well-designed cabling infrastructure supports everything from computers and phones to security systems and audiovisual equipment. Here’s what to consider getting your office wired right from the start.
1. Office Plan and Staff Seating
Begin by reviewing your office layout and staff seating arrangements. Understanding where desks, workstations, and collaborative spaces will be located helps determine the optimal placement of power outlets and network ports. Each workstation should have easy access to sufficient power points and Ethernet connections to support computers, monitors, and other devices without relying solely on Wi-Fi.
2. Server Room Setup
Your server room is the heart of your office’s IT infrastructure. It needs dedicated power circuits, cooling systems, and structured network cabling to house servers, switches, and storage devices safely and efficiently. Planning for sufficient cabling pathways and power capacity prevents future bottlenecks as your IT needs grow.
3. Shared Equipment Connections
Printers, scanners, and shared storage devices should have stable network and power access points. Position these strategically in communal areas with cabling routed neatly to avoid clutter and ensure reliable connectivity for all users.
4. Security Equipment
Modern offices depend heavily on security systems such as CCTV cameras, access control readers, and alarm systems. These devices often require dedicated power supplies and network connections, sometimes with PoE (Power over Ethernet) technology. Incorporating security cabling in the initial infrastructure avoids costly retrofits later.
5. Wi-Fi Access Points
While Wi-Fi is essential for mobility, its access points need power and network cables installed strategically for optimal coverage. Using Power over Ethernet (PoE) simplifies installation by providing power and data over a single cable.
6. Audiovisual (AV) Equipment
Conference rooms and presentation areas require AV cabling for projectors, screens, microphones, and speakers. Planning these connections during office setup prevents messy cables and ensures high-quality audiovisual experiences.
7. Telephony Appliances
Despite the rise of VoIP and mobile phones, many offices still rely on desk phones. Network cabling must accommodate telephony devices, integrating with your IT infrastructure to enable clear, reliable communications.
8. Collaboration with 3rd party contractors
With LANIX’s experienced cabling professionals, we understand the workflows of other third-party contractors, enabling smooth collaboration with amenity installers, carpet layers, decorators, and more to ensure your office fit-out proceeds efficiently and without delays.
9. Certification and Guarantee
At LANIX, we adhere to IEC/TIA-568 and EN50173 standards for structured cabling systems, encompassing all subsystems and performance requirements for both balanced twisted pair copper and optical fibre. These internationally recognized standards ensure our installations deliver long-term reliability, scalability, and compliance in commercial environments. All LANIX cabling projects are backed by a 25-year guarantee, providing our clients with complete peace of mind.
