10 Gig Over Copper - Cat6a Patch Cables

ICC's Category 6a (CAT 6a) FTP, patch cords surpass industry requirements for 10 Gig performance to support 10G base-T Ethernet. ICC's CAT 6a FTP Shielded Solution is designed to deliver advanced performance and reliability in the most hostile and demanding datacom environments. ICC's shielding system protects vital network terminations from harmful Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) that causes alien crosstalk along the path of a signal. ICC's 10G 6A FTP end-to-end Cabling Solution exceeds all channel performance requirements in TIA-568-B.2-10 from 1 MHz to 500MHz to support the IEEE 802.an standard for 10 Gigabit Ethernet. Such performance will enable your network to support current technologies such as 10/100/1G/10G Ethernet as well as advanced new and Internet Protocol-based services.

• Component rated CAT 6A patch cords assuring high signal quality, minimal cross talk and return loss, and minimizing alien crosstalk and unwanted emissions.


• Creates a high speed CAT 6A connection for cross and direct connects by patching cable runs to subsystems and equipment.


• Designed with ultra slim low profile boots for high density applications without any compromise in performance.


• Exceeds ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B.2-10 draft for Category 6A connecting requirements .


• Available in 3, 7, 10, and 14 ft lengths

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ComputerCableStore Announces CableCash™

We at the ComputerCableStore.com are excited to announce our newly launched CableCash™ rewards program. Every order placed with us for $50.00 of merchandise or more is eligible for CableCash™ rewards. Your earned CableCash™ can easily be applied to any order following the 7 day maturation period. The more your order the more CableCash™ you earn. Order today and start Earning CableCash™. About CableCash™

HDMI 1.4 brings internet sharing.

Okay, so there's good news and bad news. Given that we just love to tease, we'll start you off with the positives. HDMI 1.4 was just revealed, bringing with it an HDMI Ethernet Channel (HEC) that enables data transfers of up to 100 Mbps between supported connected devices. Put simply, this could allow a "broadband-connected television using its HEC-enabled HDMI port to provide internet connection sharing with another HEC-enabled device such as a game console or DVR." Furthermore, the spec's Audio Return Channel (ARC) enables broadcast audio to be easily streamed back to an external amplifier, and the Automatic Content Enhancement (ACE) provides support for "future 3D video standards, increased resolution support (up to 4,096 x 2,160 pixels at up to 30Hz), and content recognition that promises to automatically optimize the TV's picture settings based on content type.. Read the Full Artical

Optical Cable Corp. expands connectivity product family

Optical Cable Corp. expands connectivity product family

May 12, 2009 -- Optical Cable Corp. (OCC) has added more fiber connectivity products to its offering of cabling and data communications technologies for a range of enterprise, commercial, and custom applications.
OCC now offers a full range of fiber-optic anaerobic connectors, kits and accessories designed for quick and easy field terminations.

"OCC's anaerobic fiber-optic connectors, kits, and cleaners expand our fiber-optic connectivity product line," says Bruce Smith, product manager. "These high-quality solutions are in direct response to the needs of our customers."

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How to Make Cat 5e Patch Cables - ComputerCableStore.com

How to Make Cat 5e Patch Cables - ComputerCableStore.com

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New Discounted Price - 10/100 BaseT/TX - 100 Base FX Fiber Medai Converters

The Computer Cable Store has drastically reduced the price on our 10/100 Multimode Media Converters.

In response to the increasing demand for fiber optic cabling, we offer it's TEC Optix Solutions Media Converter Series as a concrete and affordable answer. Our media converters offer a highly intelligent solution for extending long distance connections between 10 Base TX and 100 Base TX networks. Solutions are offered in both single mode SC along with multi mode solutions in conjunction with MTRJ, LC, SC and ST fiber applications. MC100 and MC120 Series The MC100 and MC120 series has several easy to read LEDs that detect link, transmit/receive, and full/half duplex status. The MC100 is among the most functional media converters in the market. The RJ45 port offers dual speed, 10/100Mbps, auto negotiation and auto MDIX. Design is aimed at accommodating the 412 meter distance limitation when connecting hub to work station. Solutions can also extend to 75Km in conjunction with certain single mode applications. Also available is a 19" rack mountable chassis that holds as many as 16 individual units from our extensive offering of media converters.


Key Features

The 8 Position 8 Contact (8P8C) (often called RJ45) plugs and sockets are most regularly used as an ethernet connector. 8P8C connectors are typically used to terminate twisted pair cable.

Provides one port 10/100Base-T/TX auto-negotiation with RJ45 connector and; one port Multi-Mode with SC/ST/MT-RJ/VF-45/LC fiber connector or Single-Mode SC fiber connector.

LED indication: PWR/ACT/LNK/FDX/SPD/COL
Auto-MDI/MDIX on TX Port.

Store-and-forward mechanism.

Compliant with IEEE 802.3 10Base-T and IEEE 802.3u 100 Base-TX, 100Base-FX standards.
Link-Fault-Pass-Through on all fiber ports.

Extended Single-Mode fiber optic distance up to 75km (46.6ml).

1024 MAC address

Wall-mountable

Works in conjunction with MC1600 16 bay chasis

Lifetime performance warranty

Fiber Optic Media Converters

100 Gigabit Ethernet: Bridge to Terabit Ethernet

IT managers who are getting started with -- or even pushing the limits of -- 10 Gigabit Ethernet in their LANs and data centers won't have to wait long for higher speed connectivity.
Podcast: Pushing Beyond 100 Gigabit EthernetSlideshow: The evolution of Ethernet
Pre-standard 40 Gigabit and 100 Gigabit Ethernet products -- server network interface cards, switch uplinks and switches -- are expected to hit the market later this year. And standards-compliant products are expected to ship in the second half of next year, not long after the expected June 2010 ratification of the 802.3ba standard.
The IEEE, which began work on the standard in late 2006, is expected to define two different speeds of Ethernet for two different applications: 40G for server connectivity and 100G for core switching.

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Cabling Installation and Maintenance Reports on Cable Fraud

"CCCA cautions: Don't always believe the jacket
The Communications Cable and Connectivity Association (CCCA; www.cccassoc.org) recently released details of an investigation it conducted into the fire-safety performance of cables from a number of offshore manufacturers. The association did not name the manufacturers in its release or in an interview with Cabling Installation & Maintenance, but did say they are not well-known brands in the U.S.

In its investigation, the CCCA commissioned an independent laboratory to analyze whether nine randomly selected samples from these manufacturers met U.S. minimum requirements for performance and safety. Eight of the nine samples failed to meet minimum code requirements for fire-safety performance. “Many of the samples failed the flame-spread and smoke tests catastrophically,” the organization said in a statement. . . . . ."

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Sony is "Making it easy to recycle. Responsibly"

Sony has started a consumer electronics recylcing program to make disposing of old electronics in an environmentally-safe, as easy as it was to buy the item in the first place. Sony currenlty offers locations nationwide where your unwanted products can be dropped off. Follow the link below to find drop off locations or more information.

http://green.sel.sony.com/

Solid CAT5e Cable Prices Reduced - But for How Long?

Solid CAT5e cable prices have been reduced drastically but the price cuts may not last long since copper prices are on the rise.

The ComputerCableStore.com 1000FT CAT5e 350Mhz Network Cable - Solid - Black PVC Cable is ideal for voice, data, video and security communications medium for your network installation. Wiring your home, home office, office or even a entire college campus, ComputerCableStore.com has the right cable for you. ComputerCableStore.com bulk 350Mhz cable is available in PVC and Plenum rated jackets. Our bulk 350Mhz cable is also available in various colors so you can easily identify and color-code you wiring. With our UL listed CAT5e cable exceeding 350Mhz, the ComputerCableStore.com has the bulk cabling you need!
Cat 5 e cable is an enhanced version of Cat 5 that adds specifications for far end crosstalk. It was formally defined in 2001 as the TIA/EIA-568-B standard, which no longer recognizes the original Cat 5 specification. Although 1000BASE-T was designed for use with Cat 5 cable, the tighter specifications associated with Cat 5e cable and connectors make it an excellent choice for use with 1000BASE-T.

4-pair unshielded twisted pair cable
24AWG solid bare copper conductor
Exceeds Cat5e specifications
Rated to or above 350Mhz to provide additional performance and bandwidth
PVC Jacket High-density polyethylene insulation
Ideal for 10Base-T(IEEE 802.3), 100Base-TX(IEEE 802.3u), 1000Base-TX
Verified compliant with EIA/TIA standards by UL
UL/CSA listed

Available in a variety of colors;

Black $69.98, Blue $59.98, Gray $69.98, Green $69.98, Orange $69.98, Pink $69.98, Purple $69.98, Red $69.98, White $69.98, Yellow $69.98

IEEE Approved FireWire 1600 and 3200

While Firewire 800 still seems new to most of us, IEEE has annouced it will be pushing the standard forward to FireWire 1600 and 3200 by approving it's 1394-2008 spec. This spec includeds Firewire 1600 and 3200 in addition to being backwards compatible with both Firewire 400 and 800. The spec will be made availble to manaufacturers in October.

3rd World Wire & Cable Conference

3rd World Wire & Cable Conference
7-9 June 2009,
Sheraton Roma Hotel, Rome, Italy

Register by 24 April 2009 and save £100/ $185/ €145

Following on from the 2008 event, which was attended by over 350
participants, the 3rd World Wire and Cable conference will once again feature a comprehensive programme of presentations.

CRU Events’ World Wire and Cable conference gives you an update and insight into the latest movements of the worldwide wire and cable industry brought to you by the leaders in the field. With the theme of ‘Building Business Strategy in Difficult Times’ the event will present to you prominent issues facing the industry that will directly affect you and your business. The second day will offer delegates the option of tailoring the conference by, choosing to attend one of five specialized tracks: Energy Cables, Structured Cabling, Fibreoptics, OEM cables and, new for 2009, Metals Price Risk Management.

"If you can only attend one wire and cable conference in the year - this is it!"
Mr R Macdonald, Executive Vice President Global Sales & Business
Development - General Cable

Why attend the 3rd World Wire & Cable Conference?

Hear a high quality programme organised by CRU - the independent
authority on the global wire and cable business.
Attend a range of focused sessions on day two, giving you a
broader overview of the industry, including the KMI Fiberoptics
Conference.
Gain the latest intelligence on the vital topics driving the wire and
cable industry from raw materials to end-users.
Network with senior-level decision makers in the wire and cable
community from around the world - cable manufacturers, cable users,
materials and equipment suppliers and financial institutions.

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Great Prorducts at 2009 CES Show