Patch Panel at Bottom of Tower?

[iggy05]

I vaguely remember someone saying that they patch the cat5 lines into a panel at the bottom of the tower and then connect to the switch. Just wondering what people have used for this. Anything special? We have had a few times in the past where water would get into the line and I am trying to avoid it going right into my nice switches if it would happen again. Thanks!

[TheHox]

Many use the APC surge rail mount with mtc surge protectors
http://www.mccowntech.com/ethernet-surg ... rotectors/

[iggy05]

I will have to check that out. Not a bad idea. Thanks.

[adairw]

The posted picture is one of our boxes. :)
If you want some info let me know.
but yes, APC rack panel with the GIGE-HV-SS modules or whatever they are. works great.

[jjonsson]

I wish that I had that much space in all my enclosures so I could do the same.....
Those APC racks with ligtning protection looks really nice!