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Re: Cable Colors


From: Michael Smith <mksmith () adhost com>
Date: Mon, 16 Jun 2008 19:15:06 -0700

Hi Joe:

Hello Newbie here (hopefully I have the correct list),

I was just wondering if anyone knows of a website with recommended
colors for cables for a new datacenter?
I have written some things down but I don't want to get stuck saying
'darn, I wish I would have bought this color for this type, now I am
stuck'.
What standard color to use if voice and data on same interface etc. Thanks.
-- 
Thank You, Joe


I have found that it's better not to standardize on wire color because
someone will always use the wrong color in a pinch if it will solve an
immediate problem.  Instead, come up with a labeling system that clearly
defines the physical source and destination of the wire.

Mike



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