How many calls can a fiber optic cable handle?

One strand can make as many as 25,000 telephone calls, and one fiber-optic cable can easily carry several million calls. Fiber optic cables use light, rather than electricity to transfer.

What will happen if Ri of core is greater than Ri of cladding?

The refractive index of the core is higher than that of the cladding, so light in the core that strikes the boundary with the cladding at an angle shallower than critical angle will be reflected back into the core by total internal reflection.

What is an Internet Cabinet?

Fibre-to-the-Cabinet (FTTC) is a type of fibre optic broadband. It is a blend of copper and fibre optic cables.

What does IDF and MDF stand for?

MDF stands for Main Distribution Frame and IDF stands for Independent Distribution Frame. An MDF is the main computer room for servers, hubs, routers, DSL's, etc. to reside. An IDF is a remote room or closet connected to the MDF, in which you can expect to find hubs and patch panels.

What is ODF in GPON?

An optical distribution frame (ODF) is a frame used to provide cable interconnections between communication facilities, which can integrate fiber splicing, fiber termination, fiber optic adapters & connectors and cable connections together in a single unit.

What is difference between patch panel and switch?

Patch panels are passive devices that are used to organize network cables. Switches are active devices that filter and route data on a network. If you're a new (or aspiring) network technician, though, you'll likely need more context than that.

Why is a patch panel necessary?

A patch panel provides a way to keep large numbers of cables organized, enabling flexible connectivity into network hardware located in a data center or an access or wiring closet. The most common type of patch panel is used within an organization's LAN.

Do I need a special router for fiber optic?

No, fiber-optic technology does not need a special router, there are various Wi-Fi routers available in the markets that are compatible with fiber internet speeds. However, if your fiber connection offers faster speeds than your old internet service, you may need to invest in a new wireless router.

Can you run PoE through a patch panel?

If its just a patch panel, you can run POE through it with no issues.

How does router connect to patch panel?

You don't plug the router into the patch panel as patch panels don't do switching. You would plug your router into a switch and then the switch into the ports on the patch panel. The OP's router usually has a built-in switch.