LAN Systems News

Webinars covering structured cabling technology, standards, and practical tips

In order to increase security in Fibre To The Office (FTTO) networks, a technical security measure has been introduced in addition to client and user authentication: The use of Network Access Control Lists (NACL or ACL for short). Learn more:

Often, due to structural conditions, extensions in existing IT infrastructures cannot be implemented at all or only with great difficulty and at high cost. With Nexans GigaSwitch V5 cable duct switches, the flexibility and efficiency of the existing IT infrastructure can be increased significantly.

Nexans iGigaSwitch 10xx family can power end devices with the latest PoE++ standard. The switch has up to 10 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet copper and fibre-optic ports in different combinations.

Public agency Société du Grand Paris to design and build the Grand Paris Express

Get up to date with Power over Ethernet technology for the enterprise market

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

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?

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.

Easy, Economical, Ecological - avoiding individual plastic bags

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!

Request a free copy of Nexans LAN Systems magazine.

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.

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

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

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

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

Nexans' ENSPACE solution a winner in 2018 Lightwave Innovation Reviews Program

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

FAQ related to LAN Systems

Free Visio software for planning data centre fibre trunking systems

New cabling tenderbooks for quick and easy project bidding

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? 

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

Headquartered in North America, the new global business unit will support global hyperscale data centers with physical-layer connectivity services and solutions in the hyper-connected world of tomorrow.

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

Nexans will be presenting CPR & BS6701

Nexans awarded at The Integrator ICT Champion Awards in Dubai

Fibre protection for high density data centres

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

We are proud to announce that our products- LANMARK 6A and LANMARK 7A have been reassessed and recertified as an Excellent with 3 ticks winner. This current renewed status shall continue up till October 2018.

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.

Category 6A added to range of locking cords

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

NVT v4.0 now available - free download

2nd installment highlighting correct prcedure.

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.

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.

A migration path to 25G

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

Following the 2015 call for projects, we signed our 3 first agreements with 3 associations: Lumière pour Tous, Un Enfant par la Main and Codev Viet Phap. Brief overview of their project below.

The Selection Committee and the Board of Directors of the Foundation met in May and June 2015 to choose the 2015 projects of the Foundation. Of the 63 projects submitted from around the world, 11 were selected.

Nexans position regarding the CNCI programme.

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

Tender response documents for specification of Office Buildings and Data Centres.

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

An alternative approach combining passive cabling with active switching

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

Seminar & workshop sessions coming soon

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

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

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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

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

New additions to LANmark-OF Plug&Play range

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

Sets of 12 coloured pigtails added to range

Download new White Paper

Global insurance leader relies on LANmark for UK data centre

Watch the interview with Bob Metcalfe, inventor of Ethernet.

Visit our dedicated installer YouTube channel

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

Bend insensitivity where you need it most

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.

Barbican 26th-27th June

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?

Nexans is supporting hospices for children and young adults.

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 Cat 7A cabling to support CyberKnife system. USA.

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

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

Self certification now even easier

Blue Helix now offer the full range of Nexans copper & fibre systems

A knowledge exchange group for IT Managers involved with LAN and Data Centres

As seen in Inside Networks - April 2010

In 2010, Nexans commits to make all of its business flights CarbonNeutral® by supporting the Uchindile-Mapanda Reforestation Project in Tanzania

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.

v3.1 of NVT is now available for download and includes 3D shapes.

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.

Nexans new LAN website is now online

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.

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.

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.

A new dedicated website and an even greater choice of rewards

Cotswold Communications win £700 of Rewards Club vouchers for highest growth.

Stadium gets the perfect infrastructure for all multimedia demands.

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.

British Transport Police. New HQ and 100 site roll-out

Nexans will create a new UK business unit under the management of Nexans Cabling Solutions called Nexans Intelligent Enterprise Solutions (IES), which will specialise in the development of products & services under the LANsense™ brand.

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.