To know how optical fiber works , you have to know how its architecture is designed. The design of a fiber optic network refers to the specialized processes leading to a successful installation.

It also refers to the operation of a fiber optic network. It includes determining the type of communication system that will be performed on the network, the geographic layout of the necessary transmission equipment; and the fiber optic network on which it will operate, of course. It also requires interfacing with other networks that can be connected over copper cabling and wirelessly.

The network design must not only precede the installation itself, but it must be completed to estimate the cost of the project and its duration. This will affect not only the technical aspects of the installation, but also the commercial aspects.

design of a fiber optic network

Design of a fiber optic network: the communication system
Before starting, it should be established with the end user or network owner where the network will be built; and what will be the communication signals. The installer must familiarize himself with the premises where the network will be installed. Pay attention to computer networks (LAN or local area networks) and security systems.

Once the cabling leaves a building, even for short links, for example in a metro network, certain requirements must be considered. You have to be interested in what types of fibers and cables are changing. Long distance links for telecommunications, CATV or utility networks have more stringent requirements. They are needed in order to support links with higher speeds.

The installer will often tend to be interested in wiring requirements first. But the actual design of the network with the requirements of the communication system set up by the end user are paramount. The first step is to consider the types of equipment required for communication systems. We must also be interested in the speed of the network and the distances to be covered.

This is an essential step before considering anything concerning the wiring. Communication equipment will determine whether fiber is necessary or preferable and what type of fiber is needed.

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