[SOLVED] blank patch panel with keystone slot vs patch panel with built-in jack. which one is easier to install?

[coolmanfever]

Hello all!

blank patch panel with keystone slot vs patch panel with built-in jack. I guess both will work since patch panel is just a way to organize network cables. But which one is easier to install? I am tryin to decide between these two. Thank you!

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07M5QBL8G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[UL Listed] Cable Matters Rackmount or Wall Mount 24 Port Cat6 Patch Panel (Cat 6 RJ45 Patch Panel) : Amazon.ca: Electronics

[UL Listed] Cable Matters Rackmount or Wall Mount 24 Port Cat6 Patch Panel (Cat 6 RJ45 Patch Panel) : Amazon.ca: Electronics

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[kanewolf]

Hello all!

blank patch panel with keystone slot vs patch panel with built-in jack. I guess both will work since patch panel is just a way to organize network cables. But which one is easier to install? I am tryin to decide between these two. Thank you!

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07M5QBL8G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[UL Listed] Cable Matters Rackmount or Wall Mount 24 Port Cat6 Patch Panel (Cat 6 RJ45 Patch Panel) : Amazon.ca: Electronics

[UL Listed] Cable Matters Rackmount or Wall Mount 24 Port Cat6 Patch Panel (Cat 6 RJ45 Patch Panel) : Amazon.ca: Electronics

www.amazon.ca

I would say it depends on how much slack you have in the wires. If you are tight on slack, then individual keystones will be easier since they won't have to all be done at one time with limited maneuverability. If you have a good amount of slack, say 1+ ft then it is a toss up. I think rework on the keystones will be easier if you have to reterminate one.

 

[neojack]

the all-in one option is less expensive.

the keystone option is more expensive, but you have more flexibility, and you can change a keystone individually in case of a defect.