LAN Systems News

Modern communication infrastructures in large Office environments, training and laboratory rooms, as well as in schools and universities require an ever-greater flexibility in terms of connection technology for power and data.

Typical applications for PoE are wireless LAN accesspoints, IP cameras and Voice over IP phones. For Building Internet of Things (BIoT) the number of possible applications grows continuously. Are performance classes in the range of 60 or 90W really needed today?

This latest edition takes into account the features of the last generation of field testers and reflects the evolution of the fibre technology.

For over 10 years, Austrian company Energie AG Oberösterreich has relied on Nexans LANactive Industry Solutions for the networking of its technical control systems, in a wide range of areas.

Learn more about the redundancy function of our pionnering LANactive Power Supply for FTTO Switches.

Did you know that Nexans LANactive GigaSwitches fully support TACACS+? Find out more here!

New panels ideal for server racks and medium sized data centres

In a traditional fibre or copper network, each network switch needs to be configured manually. This can be a lengthy process, prone to human error. Nexans LANactive Zero-Touch Configuration is a contemporary way of designing, building and operating networks with minimum effort.

FIBREROUTE pathways protect and manage your fibre cables

This document is aimed at planners and consultants as well as network administrators and explains various solutions for power supply concepts in an FTTO network.

As a major event for all American countries, the need for extensive infrastructures has been an important focus for the customer, with practical and financial challenges, which Nexans has helped to achieve.

LANactive switches and protocols are interoperable with offerings from other switch manufacturers and work with third party non-Ethernet devices. LANactive also offers full interoperability with various network management systems.

Nexans LANactive launches an enhanced version of Click-In, the next generation power supply unit for efficient PoE supply for Fibre To The Office (FTTO) installations.

Check out our new LANactive Industry solutions brochure for Smart Grids

New Nexans white paper discusses the implications of a 5G network technology on  indoor wireless infrastructures.

You can expect weekly posts covering all facets of our LAN business for enterprise, data centres and harsh environments.

The new LANsense software is fully compatible with current LANsense Next Generation Analysers and all existing LANsense hardware.

We are happy to launch our #beyondcable campaign. Enter the world of LANactive and find out what our customers have to say about us!

Save up to 50% space in data centres with LANmark-6A Slimflex solution

e-Learning platform to provide online training for installation partners

Last year Nexans has installed 4 beehives on the top of the roof of our new Headquarter in Paris (France), bringing a harvest of over 100kg of honey.

Municipality of Athens chose Fibre To The Office! Find the full story here!

OM4 products are now available both in aqua and violet colours

You can download the new LANactive Industry white paper describes redundancy solutions for mission critical applications -  HSR, PRP and other protocols.

OM5 multimode fibre increases capacity for data centres

LANactive Starter Kits are designed to demonstrate Nexans managed FTTO and Industrial Ethernet switches capabilities by professional way. It can be used during the technical evaluation, meetings, exhibitions or provided to the customers for further testing.

Introducing LANactive V5, the new edition of Nexans’ pioneering LAN technology.

Updated Earthing Guide for LAN systems and related hardware available for download

New 92-page product catalogue for structured cabling systems in Enterprise environment features all Nexans copper and fibre cables, connectivity and structural hardware.

MTP PRO ideal for solving on-site polarity & gender issues

Want to boost the power and performance of your LAN? Introducing LANactive V5, the new edition of Nexans' pioneering LAN technology. LANactive offers an alternative approach to traditional LAN using Fibre-To-The-Office (FTTO).

On 1st February 2018 Nexans Cabling Solutions held its first Engage Partner Forum at the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart - Germany.

The city of Athens has adopted Nexans LANactive Fibre To The Office (FTTO) solution as the most cost effective and energy efficient network technology for their buildings.

Latest Issue : January 2018 : ISO/IEC 11801 upgraded LAN cabling standard

New cabling tenderbooks for quick and easy project bidding

Free Visio software for planning data centre fibre trunking systems

Check your training status and access your certificate online

Recently standardised OM5 now available from Nexans

Nexans releases the new LANactive Industry tenderbook which is intended to assist designers with tender specifications for Nexans industrial Ethernet switches and its accessories.

Nexans introduces the new iGigaSwitch 10xx E+ family - 10 ports managed Industrial Ethernet switches family with new processor, real-time management, harmonized design, more flexibility and new features.

How well will your cabling infrastructure support convergence? 

Webinars covering structured cabling technology, standards, and practical tips

The new Nexans LANmark-OF MBUN cables meet B2ca s1, d0, a1 level according to CPR regulation.

Cat 6A now included in instant self-certified link warranty

Nexans awarded at The Integrator ICT Champion Awards in Dubai

FAQ related to LAN Systems

Fibre protection for high density data centres

Discover the 3 steps to prepare your LAN for the digital revolution. 

Nexans Click-In is a next generation power supply unit for efficient PoE supply for easy migration to higher power budgets. 

LANactive Industry Solution for IP Video Surveillance, Security and Building Management Systems

If the infrustructure of mission critical application network goes down, this can result in serious issues, damages or life-threatening situations. So the requirements for such networks are significantly higher.

Nexans offers a growing range of active and passive network components with an exceptional performance for critical applications. Positioned as a One Stop Shop Nexans develops high end solutions to address various needs in IP video surveillance, building automation and security management.

The mission ends with a controlled impact into comet surface

Category 6A added to range of locking cords

NVT v4.0 now available - free download

How can you equip a new or existing building with a state-of-the-art network whilst also conserving energy?

Conventional power substations are being replaced by intelligent substations which areequipped with control, measurement and monitoring facilities, etc.), These intelligent substations are connected together and interconnected with the central station via modern communication networks. In the energy sector, from production to distribution, this has driven the creation and definition of communication standard IEC 61850.

2nd installment highlighting correct prcedure.

2016 catalogue now available

The importance of following correct procedure

Support services to assist building an agile IT infrastructure

Specifically designed for high density and ultra high density data centre applications.

CeBIT in collaboration with DatacenterDynamics is back for the 2nd annual DCD at CeBIT -delivering the world's largest full-stack data centre event onto CeBIT's international stage in 2016.

Under the title "Smart Choices for your Digital Infrastructure" Nexans will showcase its latest data centre innovations.

Locking Cat 6 UTP patchcords introduced

New tools and documentation to ensure best practices for fibre inspection and cleaning.

BAM opts for Category 8 and FTTO solution as a test site.

Nexans solution for converged network infrastructure to support voice, video, data, door access, building management systems and HD IP CCTV applications

New FTTO architecture using Nexans LAN -switches to connect ultra modern facility

The benefits and practical application of FTTO using a 1000 port example

Shorter patch cords and CP lengths now supported

Green ID, a Vietnamese NPO, decided to develop a clean drinking water solution using reverse osmosis technology (RO) and solar PV power. This solution, presented by the Nexans teams of Singapore and Vietnam, has been supported by the Nexans Foundation; we thank our teams for their involvement in this project for the communities.

Nexans will host its data center conference in Paris on December 1st, 2014.

Airbus UK gets a new network linking buildings from centuries past to brand new offices and facilities.

Paris, September 18, 2014 – The Eco2charge project aims at supporting the development of electric vehicles (EV) by accelerating the deployment of EV charging infrastructures in buildings, campuses and eco-districts by the end of 2016. These facilities will thus complement roadside charging stations and enable users to charge their EV’s at their workplace, in their neighbourhood or at public or private charging points (at railway stations, supermarkets, public parking areas, etc.).

Nexans awarded for its innovative cabling portfolio, regional deployments, expertise and excellent customer service and support.

Armenian hotel looks to Nexans to help deliver highest service & quality.

Join an international roadshow to examine the latest developments in high bandwidth copper & fibre cabling and testing. 

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Airbus is relying on Nexans’ innovative cable technology. In a new, five-year, global supply contract, worth around Euro 200 million, Nexans will design, manufacture and supply 130,000 km of specialized cables for Airbus modern aircraft family from the single-aisle A320 Neo, the A350 series up to the flagship double-deck A380.

A new location and a shift toward digital technologies necessitates an appropriate infrastructure for leading sports programming producer.

New LANmark Industry cable

New series of fibre installation guides launched

Comet chasing satellite wakes up from deep space hibernation.

Includes a brand new tool + updates for latest standards & products

Request a free copy of Nexans LAN Systems magazine.

RT (formerly Russia Today) television and Nexans have jointly developed and implemented a fully integrated networking solution for the TV network.

Infostrada has deployed a LANmark infrastructure to transform broadcast processes and bring online and mobile video to millions of viewers worldwide.

25x50 and LJ6C, flat and angled modules

High density variant + now featuring pull tab and changeable polarity

Nexans has been awarded a contract worth in excess of Euro 120 million by Scottish Hydro Electric (SHE) Transmission plc to supply and install a subsea power link to upgrade the electricity transmission network between Kintyre peninsula and the continent in Southwest of Scottland.

New additions to LANmark-OF Plug&Play range

WireXpert gets a firmware update & Fluke DSX-5000 is approved. See full details.

Moenchengladbach, May 22, 2013 – The Central Denmark Region has awarded Nexans a multi-year frame agreement for the delivery of 10.000 Ethernet  FTTO switch devices. These access switches are the key component in an innovative fiber based Local Area Network (LAN) cabling concept.

Sets of 12 coloured pigtails added to range

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Global insurance leader relies on LANmark for UK data centre

Nexans is the world’s first cable company to achieve the coveted Singapore Green Building Council (SGBC) certification for its building cables.

Watch the interview with Bob Metcalfe, inventor of Ethernet.

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Nexans beat strong competition to win this prestigious award for its solid cabling solutions portfolio, expertise and excellent customer service and support.

Nexans expands Zone Distribution range with box for industrial premises and demanding environments.

Pinewood Studios UK selected Nexans for the cabling upgrade to prepare its television studios for advances in High-Definition technology.

POE+ : Exploring the risk to the cabling infrastructure

REACH is a European Union regulation  that requires producers and importers to submit information on chemical substances produced in or imported to the EU market.

Bend insensitivity where you need it most

Easy, Economical, Ecological - avoiding individual plastic bags

White paper discussing implications for cabling infrastructure.

IT managers have cause for concern in terms of bandwidth

Nexans voted by readers of Netcomms Europe magazine.

NVT v3.2 update released

Airbus selected Nexans to future-proof the network for its new £400m plant.

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New pre-terminated copper assemblies save time and resources
 

Vote for Nexans in Network Computing Awards

How does spark damage caused by higher wattage PoE+ impact connector performance?

Simple visual check to identify non-compliant CCA products.

A new range applications where security is paramount.

Nexans highlights wasted resources and networks exposed

A mix of both fibre and copper is the safest route to future-proof DC

Cabling Supplier of the Year 2011 by readers of Netcomms Europe magazine.

Pre-terminated fibre assemblies successfully exceed 600m distance

Dr. Alan Flatman examining bandwidth drivers behind IEEE developments.

Nexans today announced that it has signed a three-year sponsorship agreement with “Electriciens sans frontières” (ESF), an international solidarity non-governmental organization (NGO).

Bulk packaging is now introduced to reduce time, cost, and waste.

LANmark-7A to put the college at the cutting edge of education delivery.

Nexans is delighted to announce the opening of a new product showcase, conference room, and demo facility in Brussels.

New cords maximise performance, allow high density, and provide coloured latch identification.

New overhead patchframe and cabinet designed to meet the needs of data centres.

Radovan Labsky lucky winner after participating in Customer Satisfaction Survey

Nexans Cat 7A cabling to support CyberKnife system. USA.

As part of its commitment to contribute to Sustainable Development, Nexans will upgrade from traditional wooden drums to drums holding the PEFC^TM certification.

Nexans Endorses the EU Code of Conduct for Data Centres

New Data Centre Brochure now available

As seen in Inside Networks - April 2010

A series of short videos explains the GG45 and migration options.

Penn State workshop drives interest in 40GBASE-T

Read the review of Nexans Intelligent Management System

now features multi-language support

Hampshire County Council uses EMAC and LANsense to meet long term green goals

Nexans beat off strong competition to win the Network Middle East Innovation Awards 2009.

Fully compliant Cat 6A screened connector enables short links in data centres.

Interest shown in LANsense for daily IT support and command and control of battlefield operations.

Discover the benefits of Nexans fast fibre solution for Data Centres

Nexans volunteers to respect and promote the United Nations Global Compact in order to increase social responsibilities of companies in the global economy.

See for yourself the installation benefits of LANmark connectivity.

In answer to the increasing demand for fast installation in data centres, Nexans has developed an MPO pre-terminated optical fibre solution.

Expo 2008 ensures maximum performance and security in voice and data networking.

Article : Balancing increased bandwidth with the need to reduce operational & energy costs. 

 Nexans sparks the interest of the crowd during the CISCO EXPO.

Stadium gets the perfect infrastructure for all multimedia demands.

A migration path to 25G

Interxion increases reliability and durability of hosting facilities

Nexans Cabling Solutions is proud to launch a new LANmark/LANconnect Warranty application system.
 

HSBC : LANsense intelligent network installed at flagship HQ.

UCL : University College London  Engineering Building

UvT : University of Tilburg has complete campus network re-cabled

SAS Radisson : Nexans has installed a LANmark Category 6 cabling system in the 130 room four-star hotel in St Gallen, Switzerland

Paris, September 3, 2002 - Nexans has successfully teamed up with Unisys and BT on a project to supply a high performance LAN to one of the most demanding customers in the world, one of the UK's Security Agencies.