Cabling & rooms

Cabling is labelled and a floor plan or diagram existsDocumentation speeds up every future change. Network cables are Cat6 or better, and neatly terminatedOld or damaged cable limits speed and reliability. There is a dedicated, ventilated comms cabinet or roomHeat and dust shorten equipment life. Conduits or trunking exist for adding cables laterAvoids drilling and cable clutter later.

Internet connection

Internet speed is enough for peak use (video calls, cloud)Measure at busy times, not just at night. There is a second connection or 4G/5G backupOne link is one point of failure. Router and modem are business-grade and managed by youISP routers are often limited and unmanaged. You know who to call, and have details, for your ISPFaster fault resolution.

Wi-Fi coverage

Wi-Fi covers every area where people workCoverage should be planned by survey, not guessed. Access points are ceiling-mounted, not hidden in cupboardsPlacement matters more than power. Guest and staff devices are on separate networksProtects internal systems. Wi-Fi performance is tested when the building is fullMany users at once reveal weaknesses.

Power & protection

Network equipment has a UPS that is tested regularlyKeeps the network up during short outages. The building has proper earthing and surge protectionProtects equipment from lightning and spikes. Power sockets exist near where equipment will be placedAvoid extension-cable risks.

Management & documentation

Admin passwords for network devices are stored securelyLost credentials delay repairs. Device configurations are backed upAllows quick replacement of a failed switch or router. Someone is responsible for monitoring the networkProblems are found before users complain. You have a list of all devices that connect (printers, cameras, etc.)Needed for planning capacity and security.

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