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CompTIA-Network+ (includes Official Labs)

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Lesson 2.5 Physical Installation Factors

Cabling is only one part of physical installation. There are also important considerations around installing switches, routers, access points, and servers within a site. Power, temperature, humidity, and fire risks can all adversely affect the reliability of network services. There are also security and access control factors to account for. While you might not be responsible for site design at this stage in your career, you should be able to explain the importance of these factors when performing maintenance and upgrades. 

 

As you study this lesson, answer the following questions: 

  • How do rack systems ensure density and security?
  • What considerations must be made for supplying power to run networking equipment?
  • What are the risks from environmental factors, and how can they be controlled?