CA2010865A1 - Connectivity management system - Google Patents

Abstract

A system for integrating and modularizing wiring within a building is provided herein. A unitized destination terminal integrates a diverse assortment of communication connectivity needs with power distribution. The terminal mounts near a work surface in each one of a multiplicity of work areas within a building. An integrated communication cable bundle transports a variety of different communication circuits away from the work areas towards a common communication distribution area. The integrated communication cable bundle is routed through an integrated raceway, which manages the placement and housing of communication systems as a unit that additionally includes power distribution systems. Cabinets, at the common communication distribution area and at a central connectivity area for the building, terminate communication cabling at a variety of socket connectors. The central connectivity area couples e.g., to PBX, mainframe computer controllers, or other connectivity devices. A variety of jumper cables mate with the socket connectors in a selectable and easily-alterable pattern to couple the connectivity devices, e.g., a PBX, to the unitized destination terminals in the work areas. Extensive modularization and off site connectorization permit such system to be installed quickly and inexpensively without the use of highly-skilled electricians.
The extensive connectorization, as opposed to hard-wiring, and integrated management of a wide assortment of communication channels promotes flexibility.