The ability to share data with others is an ever increasing advantage.
Ever wondered how handy it would be if two people could work on the same
file at the same time without going back and forth or keeping all your
data in one place so people wouldn't need to move from machine to machine
to access something. From simple data sharing and mapped drive access
to a permanent server were sure to find the perfect solution for you.
Broadband Internet access is now an everyday cost effective solution and
there are low costs involved to share it with other systems in your Mac
& PC environment. The same goes for peripheral sharing, why have every
system with its own scanner and printer wasting space and costs when you
can just use one? Once any of our network solutions are put in place you'll
be able to access all these facilities with simple ease:
In many business and home environments data cabling is still the most
efficient and fastest way of transferring data via machines. With speeds
of up to 1 Gigabit it far outweighs the speed gathered by wireless equipment.
Laying CAT5
cabling, trunking and data points of distances up to 100 Metres. Installation
of switches and hubs to link your machines. Setup routers
to share your Internet connection and act as a firewall for your data. No dropped connection.
Hard wiring provides a constant always on connection that cannot be matched
by wireless. Wireless access
points can also be added to link both your wired and wireless devices.
Sort IT have trained engineers who can assist on many advanced and complex
network issues, please contact
us and will be happy to assist and carry out a free survey.
Modems for Dial up or Broadband
Most machines have internal modems (not used with broadband but
fax and dialup). When you order broadband you're usually provided
with a external USB modem free of charge. If you use a Router it
makes the modem obsolete.
You
can share your Internet connection via your PC acting as a gateway
and use a switch or hub to connect to other machines.
See Below
ADSL
used when running through a analogue phone line such as BT. DSL
used when running through a cable provider such
as NTL or on a Internal telephone exchange.
PRICE GUIDE: £8 - £25
(56K Modem to ADSL USB Modem)
ADSL & DSL
Routers
Routers act as a way of sharing your Internet connection without
the need for a PC being switched on or using its resources up. Routers
have built in firewalls which block hackers and unauthorised access
to your machines. By far the best solution for networking and Internet
sharing.
Router come with a built in 4 port switch which allows you to
also share files, printers and access other machines resources.
At first 4 machines. Additional machines can be added to the network
via more switches or wireless access points
ADSL routers are used when running through a analogue phone line
such as BT. DSL Routers are used when running through a cable provider
such as NTL or on a Internal telephone exchange.
Each Desktop / Mac / Laptop needs to have a network card built
in, see below
A Network switch is a simple way of linking your machines together
to create a network. Cables run from your machines to the switch
which is usually kept in a central location
Connect
up to 256 Machines by linking switches
Attach
to scanners, printers, Internet Routers and even telecoms to share
connections and peripherals without the need for a particular machine
to be turned on.
Up
to 1GB data transfer speeds providing high speed instant access
PRICE GUIDE: £10 (4 Port Hub)
- £50 (24 Port Gigabit Switch)
Network Data
Cables
Commonly called CAT 5 cabling purchasable in the form of patch leads
or on a reel. We can install and run the cabling at your premises
on the surface or out of sight
Can
run up to 100 Metres in length in various colours to identify.
Patch
leads in sizes from 0.5 M - 30 Metres. Additional length is available
when used off a reel, RJ45 Plugs or data boxes
need to be installed to the ends of these to connect
to other devices.
Up
to 1GB data transfer speeds providing high speed instant access.
PRICE GUIDE: £0.50 - £40
(0.5 M - 300 M Reel)
Network Cards
Most modern computers have network cards built in however older
machines need to have a card installed.
Up
to 1GB data transfer speeds providing high speed instant access.
Connect
to switches / routers via RJ45 Patch leads, see above.
Our the past few years wireless solutions have gone from strength to strength
and often the preferred approach when you just want to share Internet
use and printer access. Some relative advantages of using wireless networking:
Speeds
in excess of up to 50Mbits/second offering still a fast connection for
basic file sharing and access. Up
to 128Bit security encryption providing a very secure and reliable connection
without fear of your neighbours snooping in on
your data or utilising your Internet connection. Spaghetti
free: No need for cables all over the place. A simple Transmitter such
as a router and then a receiver in each system
(many laptops have one built in). Ability
to move your equipment easily from place to place without the need to
re-cable. Distances
of up to 30 metres indoors and 50 metres outdoors with further extensions
possible with access points your sure to find
it adequate enough.
Safe to use: Utilization of radio and microwaves maintain a reliable and
secure connection.
Cost effective: Prices have dropped heavily over the last few years often
proving a cheaper option than hard wiring.
ADSL & DSL
Routers
Routers act as a way of sharing your Internet connection without
the need for a PC being switched on or using its resources up. Routers
have built in firewalls which block hackers and unauthorised access
to your machines. By far the best solution for networking
and Internet sharing.
Wireless
Routers come with a built in switch allowing you to share your connection
with up to 25 wireless devices, you can also share files, printers
and access other machines resources. A 4 port Wired switch is also
available to connect wired machines on your network. Additional
machines can be added to the network via more switches or wireless
access points
Wireless
ADSL routers are used when running through a analogue phone line
such as BT. DSL Routers are used when running through a cable provider
such as NTL or on a Internal telephone exchange.
Each Desktop / Mac / Laptop needs to have a wireless network card
installed, see below:
You need a receiver in each machine or device on your wireless network.
Many modern laptops have built in Wireless access built most PC's
don't
2
different types of network card are available for desktop PC - USB
and Internal PCI . We recommend you use USB on PC's, this will ensure
the best signal strength.
When
using a laptop if it hasn't got wireless built in then PCMCIA card
for portability (this slides in the side) or a USB adapter is the
way to go.
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Laying CAT5
cabling, trunking and data points of distances up to 100 Metres.
