Passive Network Services

Passive network services are one of the most crucial aspects of network installation and setup, referring to services related to network infrastructure. The term "Passive" refers to inactive equipment. Passive network devices and services in computer networks do not perform any activity on the signals or data passing through the network. As a result, these services are limited to the installation and implementation of network infrastructure, installation and setup of network and server equipment, network cabling and trunking in a structured manner, as well as the installation of PBX phones, electrical systems, and UPS systems, without involving configuration tasks.
NEC Technical, with its experienced team and up-to-date knowledge in the field of network infrastructure and passive services, is ready to offer these services across the country. The company is always striving to meet the demands of businesses for improving infrastructure, bandwidth, reliable communication paths, and secure alternative communication routes to ensure system stability in various conditions. NEC Technical provides the best solutions for implementing passive networks, enhancing existing infrastructure, and expanding and upgrading projects with optimized prices and engineered solutions.

Stages of Implementing Passive Network Services

Site Visit

Initially, the specialized and experienced passive network experts from NEC Technical visited the project site to gather the necessary information for design, project preparation, and quotation. The purpose of the expert’s visit is to collect details such as measurements, pathways, and project feasibility, and to assess the customer’s needs.

Network Infrastructure Design

In this stage, the network infrastructure map is designed. All feasibility studies, future planning, and physical conditions of the environment must be thoroughly considered. A well-structured, up-to-date map of the computer network must be created. The importance of this stage lies in the fact that, in many cases, after completing the passive network services, making any changes is practically impossible!

Network Cabling

Once the network design is approved, the installation of network cabling and trunking begins in a structured manner. This can be done either overhead or embedded within walls. For overhead installation, ducting is performed. In this stage, only the highest quality cables are used.

Rack Installation and Arrangement

After the cabling is complete, the next step is to install and arrange the racks, install patch panels, patch cords, switches, routers, servers, and other network equipment inside the racks. Finally, all nodes, outlets, and keystones are installed.

Network Testing

After completing the previous stages, network signal testing is conducted. All nodes must be checked for proper connection to ensure there is no cable disconnection. This stage is performed by network specialists using testing tools such as Fluke.

Challenges of Implementing Passive Network Services

One of the most significant challenges in implementing passive network services is the lack of awareness about the importance of this system. A common misconception among business managers is that a good network primarily consists of high-quality equipment like servers or switches. Consequently, they place less importance on infrastructure and passive components, leading to larger and costlier issues within the network.
This erroneous mindset has caused numerous problems in passive network projects due to negligence. These technical issues can disrupt the performance of even the best and most advanced network equipment. In many projects, when NEC Technical experts assess the state of clients' networks, the first fundamental problems they encounter stem from infrastructure flaws and poor network design. Unfortunately, in many cases, given the current circumstances, making changes and corrections is not even feasible.
Managers and decision-makers within companies and organizations must understand that the weakness of most networks lies in their unstructured and non-standard infrastructure. They should prioritize investment in this area to fix and optimize it before addressing other aspects.