DISTRIBUTION FRAME, IN PARTICULAR AN OPTICAL DISTRIBUTION FRAME, AND A METHOD FOR USING SAID DISTRIBUTION FRAME

摘要

The invention relates to a distribution frame, in particular an optical distribution frame, for patching patch cords between an entry side and an exit side of the distribution frame, wherein the distribution frame comprises a first panel section, a switch section and a first guide section between the first panel section and the switch section, wherein the first guide section comprises guide elements for guiding all patch cords originating from the patch panels along respective guide paths, wherein the guide paths have different lengths, wherein the switch section is arranged for switching the plurality of patch cords received from the plurality of guide elements of the first guide section to any destination at the exit side of the distribution frame. The invention further relates to an assembly of the distribution frame and the patch panels, and to a method for patching patch cords between an entry side and an exit side of the distribution frame.