Network Infrastructure & Support in the UAE
VOWTECH designs, installs and supports business networks across the UAE from its base in Abu Dhabi — structured cabling, switching, Wi-Fi, firewalls and server rooms — planned from the outset for everything that now depends on the network, including CCTV cameras, attendance terminals and VoIP phones.
The Network Now Carries Far More Than Computers
An office network used to connect computers to a server and a printer. Today the same cabling and switches also carry CCTV cameras, biometric attendance terminals, door controllers, IP phones, meeting room screens and building systems. When a network is planned only around desk computers, these devices are added later wherever a spare port exists, and performance and security both suffer.
We start with network planning and design: how many devices of each kind, where they sit, how much power they draw from the switch and which of them should be kept apart from one another. That design drives the cabling routes, switch sizes, Wi-Fi layout and firewall rules. Our article on network infrastructure practices explains the reasoning in plain terms.
A network also needs looking after once it is built. VOWTECH provides network installation and troubleshooting for networks we installed and for those we inherited, and day-to-day faults are handled through our IT support across the UAE. We are based in Abu Dhabi and attend sites in Dubai and other emirates for surveys, installation and fault-finding.
Designing for Cameras, Attendance Terminals and Phones
Three kinds of device cause most of the surprises on business networks. Each needs to be allowed for at the design stage.
CCTV Cameras
IP cameras send continuous video, so they place a steady load on switches and uplinks that ordinary office traffic does not. They also usually take their power from the switch port.
Attendance & Access Devices
Biometric terminals and door controllers send little data but must always be reachable by their server. They are often mounted at entrances where no network point was ever planned.
VoIP Phones
Voice is sensitive to delay in a way that email and file transfers are not. A network that feels fast enough for browsing can still produce choppy or dropped calls if voice is not prioritised.
Network Build & Support Services
From the cable in the wall to the firewall at the edge, delivered as a full project or as individual pieces of work.
Structured Cabling
Copper and fibre structured cabling installed to a plan, terminated on patch panels, tested end to end and labelled at both ends so that any point can be traced years later.
Switching
Managed network switches sized for port count, PoE load and uplink speed, configured with VLANs to separate office, guest, voice and camera traffic.
Business Wi-Fi
Access point positions are chosen from a survey of the floor plan and building materials. Each wireless access point is centrally managed, with separate staff and guest networks.
Firewalls & Routing
The firewall and router connect the network to the internet and to other branches. We configure security policies, site-to-site VPN, remote access and failover between internet links where a second line exists.
Server Rooms & Racks
A proper server room setup gives equipment a rack, tidy cable management, UPS power, cooling and controlled access, whether it is a dedicated room or a single wall cabinet.
Network Support & Troubleshooting
Slow networks, dropped Wi-Fi, loops, failing ports and intermittent faults are traced methodically with testing tools and switch logs rather than by swapping parts until the problem disappears.
How a Network Project Is Delivered
The same five stages apply to a new fit-out, an office move or the upgrade of a tired network.
Survey & Floor Plans
We walk the premises, mark up floor plans and count every device that will need a connection.
Network Design
Cabling routes, cabinet locations, switch sizes, Wi-Fi positions and VLAN layout are set out in a proposal.
Cabling & Installation
Cable is pulled, terminated and tested; cabinets, switches and access points are mounted.
Configuration & Testing
Switches, Wi-Fi and the firewall are configured, then connectivity and coverage are tested.
Documentation & Support
You receive diagrams, port schedules and test results, and the network moves into ongoing support.
What Makes a Network Easy to Live With
A network is judged by how rarely anyone has to think about it. These habits are what make that possible.
Everything Labelled
Every outlet, patch panel port and cable is labelled to match the documentation, so faults are traced quickly.
Room to Grow
Spare ports, spare cabinet space and spare cable capacity are planned in, as offices never get fewer devices.
One Team for Every Layer
Cabling, switching, Wi-Fi, firewall and the devices on top are handled by one provider, which avoids finger-pointing.
Support After Handover
The installers are the same company that supports the network afterwards, with support available 24/7.
Networking — Practical Questions
Can CCTV cameras share the same network as our office computers?
Why is our Wi-Fi poor in some parts of the office?
Do you support networks that another company installed?
Should we use copper or fibre cabling?
What documentation will we receive after installation?
Can network work be carried out without disrupting the office?
Related Services
Structured Cabling
Tested and labelled copper and fibre cabling for offices, warehouses and new fit-outs.
Learn moreWireless Access Points
Centrally managed business Wi-Fi designed from a coverage survey.
Learn moreNetwork Switches
Managed and PoE switches sized for your devices, cameras and phones.
Learn moreServer Room Setup
Racks, power, cooling and cable management for server rooms and comms cabinets.
Learn moreIT Support in Abu Dhabi
Day-to-day support for the users and systems that run on your network.
Learn moreNetwork Infrastructure Practices
An insight article on planning a business network that stays reliable as it grows.
Learn morePlanning a New Network
or Fixing an Old One?
Share your floor plans or describe the problem. We will survey the site, design a network that allows for every connected device and support it after handover.