Difference Between Multimode and Single Fiber Optic Cable

Single-mode VS Multimode Fiber Optics

Put simply, the main difference between SM and MM fiber optic cables is the size of the core. Multimode fiber is thicker and measures in the 50 to 100-micron range. The thinner single mode fiber core has a diameter of only about 8.3 to 10 microns.

Vikas Dayal, November 18, 2019

How Much Bandwidth Do Data Centers Need?

Data Center Bandwidth Requirements

The demand for information and real-time data transmission is higher than ever. Your data center must collect, store, process, backup and distribute massive amounts of data.

Vikas Dayal, November 18, 2019

Why Do Ethernet Cables Come in Different Colors?

In this article we explain what network cable colors mean.

Often network cable vendors assign colors to help identify the connection type and purpose, or to distinguish their cables and connections from other vendors.

Vikas Dayal, October 31, 2019

Sell Network Cables and Cords Through Our Dropship Program

DataComm Cables (Cables.com) offers a flexible reseller program that allows vendors to add value to their existing business.

Using our dropship program eliminates the need for ordering from multiple suppliers or dealing with their sales team. Our products are shipped throughout the US on the same day your order is placed.

Vikas Dayal, October 31, 2019

Wiring a New or Used Wireless WiFi Router

Vikas Dayal, July 09, 2019

Converting Data From Metallic Cable to Fiber-Optics and Back

Compare metallic cable to fiber optic cable.

Learn how to convert metallic cable setups to fiber optic setups and vice-versa.

Vikas Dayal, July 09, 2019

The Science of Patch Cords

Learn what patch cords are and how to use them.

Selecting, installing and maintaining the right patch cord can improve the performance of your network and help ensure as much uptime as possible.

Vikas Dayal, July 09, 2019

When It's Time to Use Fiber-Optic Cable

Install the right cable for the job now so you don't have to replace it later.

Time is money, and so it's important to install the right cable for the job now so you don't have to replace it later. Fiber optic cable is often a great solution.

Vikas Dayal, June 11, 2019

Category 7 (CAT7) Ethernet Cable Benefits

Should you get a Cat6 or Cat7 Ethernet cable for your network?

An article on the popular Ghacks technology news blog by Martin Brinkmann, entitled, "Should you get a Cat6 or Cat7 Ethernet cable for your network?", raises the question about the value of different categories, and recommends Category 7 Ethernet cable with backward compatibility for many installations.

Vikas Dayal, February 12, 2019

Poor data-center configuration leads to severe waste problem - From NetworkWorld and Datacomm Cables

According to NetworkWorld, poor data-center configuration leads to severe waste problems. An article in the Jan 4, edition, shared by Datacomm Cables (Cables.com), described that old servers don’t just burn electricity; they contribute heavily to toxicity of the environment.

Vikas Dayal, January 30, 2019