What are the functions of network patch panels in a computer room
Patch panels serve as the backbone of structured cabling systems, providing a centralized point for organizing and connecting network cables. They come in a range of sizes, and are typically mountable, whether that's on a wall, or on a rack to make for easier. A patch panel is one of those components that is easy to overlook when planning a network — it does not switch, route, or process data, and to the uninitiated it can look like an expensive way to add an extra set of connectors between the cable and the switch.
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