Fiber Optic Cabling

Fiber operates at speeds up in the GigaHertz and allows the network connection of switches and devices well beyond the 100 meter (328 feet) Ethernet limitation. Fiber Optic Cable (MM- MultiMode and SM- SingleMode) has huge bandwitdh capability, is immune to electrical and electro-magnetic interference, costs less to maintain, and there is no lightning attraction with glass.

We have installed fiber for clients in several different types of applications, from a 10 GBPS 12-strand Fiber Optic Connection for CAD Workstations, to building-building connections (above and under ground), to merely providing a path for network devices located further than 328’ from the Ethernet Switch.

INTERMAX has been certified to terminate fiber since 1997.

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Cat 6 / Cat 5e Ethernet Cabling

Copper is still the preferred interconnect method for most Ethernet Networks. While Cat5e is very popular, it is quickly being replaced by Cat6 as the most requested copper topology for networks.

In the IT world, Data rates have been doubling about every eighteen months. As cloud computing, streaming media apps, video, and multimedia become more popular, bandwidth requirements rise.

Bandwidth, the highest frequency at which positive power sum, ACR (Attenuation to Crosstalk Ratio), is greater than zero, is 200 MHz for Cat5e and 350 MHz for Cat6. Cat6 accomplishes this by using larger gauge wire with more twists per inch, and separating the pairs with a flexible liner. For new installations, we recommend Cat6, slightly more expensive and a little larger in girth, but state of the art copper. Always “future-proof” wherever possible when it comes to your network.

Do have a proverbial “rat’s nest” in your IT Room, Main Data Rack or Remote Data Rack? Hire us to straighten it out so troubleshooting and network expansion flows more smoothly. A neat and organized data rack will save your IT folks time and headaches while giving your network that professional appearance we all desire but sometimes don’t have time accomplish.

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Telephone Cabling

While there is still a lot of Cat3 telephone wire in use, when cabling for a phone system today, the standard is to use Ethernet Cabling (T568A for color coding purposes).   IP Phones, or VOIP, require Cat 5/6 to operate since they are Ethernet devices. INTERMAX can install wiring for your phone system into your newly expanded facility, troubleshoot your  existing phone wiring, or upgrade your phone network for VOIP.

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Twin-ax and Co-ax Cabling

Twin-Ax, the old standard in the IBM AS400™ world, and Co-ax, the old standard in the mainframe world have been superseded by Ethernet in most applications. However, INTERMAX can troubleshoot your Twin-ax or Co-ax cabling and add more where needed if neccessary. UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) environments using active and passive UTP hubs are no problem for us. We have a stock of refurbished UTP hubs and baluns available for troubleshooting or expansion.

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CCTV Cabling

Different cabling methods are utilized for CCTV based upon the equipment used and the environment. Whether it is Co-ax, RG59/60, Ethernet, or any other standard, INTERMAX can install or troubleshoot your CCTV cabling. You can call us for a CCTV Security System quote as well. We can provide the latest and greatest high definition (HD) cameras or standard security cameras, your choice, indoor and outdoor. Combined with the right DVR redording and management system for your application, you too can have the security of knowing your business, warehouse, or home is protected and you will have recorded evidence of any mis-deeds as well as the capability of remote monitoring.

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