Seminar: Cabling Standards Updates for Copper and Fibre Testing

November 8, 2018

Learn about the latest trends in structured cabling. Offered by Fluke Networks, this seminar will cover the latest updates to copper and fibre standards, such as the D revision of TIA-568.2, POE testing with the new 802.3bt requirements, and the new fibre applications in IEEE 802.3cd, including requirements for field testing.

In addition, presenters will discuss PON LAN technology and explore the requirements for field testing to assure that installed fibre will support the PON LAN applications such as E-PON, G-PON and XG-PON.

Whether you are currently using Versiv today or not, come and learn how industry trends such as fibre to the home/business (FttH/B) and Internet of Things (IoT) are accelerating the deployment of new infrastructure topologies and testing requirements.

Seminar locations include the following:

• Richmond, BC — November 13
• Edmonton, AB — November 14
• Calgary, AB — November 15
• Woodbridge, ON — November 20*

* Includes updates from Chatsworth on Enhanced PoE and planning for its impact on your network

Find out more: www.flukenetworks.com/content/Cabling-Seminars

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