This document provides information on designing structured cabling systems, including premises and backbone cabling. It discusses network-specific and open cabling systems, as well as centralized and distributed network architectures. Key considerations for cabling system design include applications, hardware, software, physical plant and cost. The document also covers telecommunications outlet placement, telecommunications and equipment room design, horizontal and backbone cabling, media types, and standards bodies. Diagrams illustrate typical topologies, pathways, and closet layouts.