Alright /g/, work shot down my idea of a 2by4 and zipties.
I have 8 desks in the middle of a large room that I need to run networking to. The only way is down from the drop ceiling.
Does someone make like a metal post for doing this? Also they need to run power down it too.
Unless it's fiber networking (which I doubt, since it's to desks) DO NOT run AC lines alongside network cable
>>60763933
>Does someone make like a metal post for doing this?
Lowe's, or Home Depot OP. go for pvc
and this.
>>60764493
>>60764493
>DO NOT run AC lines alongside network cable
why not? pls no bully
>>60764590
It will cause interference.
>>60763933
you can use a track system. if you have carpet.
>>60764833
also you can google Floor Cable Cover. its what we use.
>>60764833
>>60764905
>parallel cat5 + ac
just no
>>60764493
You do realize STP cable exists? Have you ever been in a datacenter before? You constantly have to run copper data next to power.
>>60763933
>Also they need to run power down it too.
You're going to have to run conduit. Call an electrician.
>>60764833
>>60764905
No you can't it violates electrical codes and OSHA regulations. Extension cords are only to be used for temporary (~<3 month) runs.
http://www.compliance.gov/sites/default/files/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Temorary-Extension-Cords-Fast-Fact-January-2010.pdf
>>60763933
It's called a power pole. They come in all shapes and sizes. I can't be fucked to find what we would spec at work (I think we usually let the architects pick them out), so here's the first result on google: https://www.cableorganizer.com/tele-power-poles/
If you're routing power you're gonna want/need to call an electrician, both for safety's sake and liability.
>>60764590
>>60764605
And also induction which will wreck your systems if grounding is shit.
>>60763933
Yes they make these, schools use them to convert old classrooms without data drops.