Not sure of any specific resources, just years of running cables :-)
Some of my lessons learned:
* Whatever you do, be very mindful of future events (repairs, replacements, etc). Spending an extra 5mins upfront when you are in a hurry will save you lots of time later.
* Label each end of the cable if possible. It is a PIA in the beginning but will be a real life-saver when you need to do maintenance
* Replace old (fat) cables with new, thinner cables of the proper length when possible. I typically add 1ft extra to any cable for a little slack.
* Think of airflow. Lots of cables bundled in the back of a rack can seriously cause airflow issues. Try to run all cables along the sides of the rack.
* NEVER run cables across the back of gear - especially for multi-node chassis that require rear access for maintenance
* Velcro is your friend.
* Stick with a cable color standard if possible. For me, I use white for IPMI, blue for data, red for external access
* Keep an updated diagram in the rack for the next guy/gal who needs to do work
* Always remove old/un-needed cables after a maintenance job.
* Keep the rack clean!
Some of my lessons learned:
* Whatever you do, be very mindful of future events (repairs, replacements, etc). Spending an extra 5mins upfront when you are in a hurry will save you lots of time later.
* Label each end of the cable if possible. It is a PIA in the beginning but will be a real life-saver when you need to do maintenance
* Replace old (fat) cables with new, thinner cables of the proper length when possible. I typically add 1ft extra to any cable for a little slack.
* Think of airflow. Lots of cables bundled in the back of a rack can seriously cause airflow issues. Try to run all cables along the sides of the rack.
* NEVER run cables across the back of gear - especially for multi-node chassis that require rear access for maintenance
* Velcro is your friend.
* Stick with a cable color standard if possible. For me, I use white for IPMI, blue for data, red for external access
* Keep an updated diagram in the rack for the next guy/gal who needs to do work
* Always remove old/un-needed cables after a maintenance job.
* Keep the rack clean!