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RE: Cable Identification


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  • Subject: RE: Cable Identification
  • From: "Dr John Tankard" <jtankard@xxxxxxx>
  • Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2000 10:40:45 +0100
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> I'm currently using insulating tape, which I know from past experience
> works well, and is useful as long as the same scheme is used at both
ends
> and the details are written down somewhere.  Paper labels, even with
> heatshrink on, are liable to age badly (if they get damp, they can get
> mildew or the ink can leach away), and tags can cause problems when
the
> cables are being pulled.


I have learned the hard way and agree with the above. I would just add one
other point I made a note of all my cables on the wall, each noted with its
destination, cable type etc. only problem is someone has painted over it
!!!
so I will have to invest in a cable tracer now !

John


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