Networking & Infrastructure That Keeps You Connected
Every application, phone call, video meeting, and file transfer in your business runs over your network. When it's slow, unreliable, or insecure, everything suffers. Type 5 Technology designs, builds, and manages networks for businesses across Dallas/Fort Worth — from single-office setups to multi-site deployments with hundreds of devices.
We handle WiFi, VPNs, firewalls, cabling, VoIP, and everything in between. Whether you're opening a new office, expanding an existing one, or finally fixing the dead spots in your warehouse — we'll get it right.
Network Problems We Solve Every Day
These are the issues DFW businesses call us about most often.
Slow or Dead WiFi
The conference room has no signal. The warehouse gets one bar. The guest network crawls. Consumer-grade routers and poor access point placement cause most of these problems — and they're fixable.
VPN That Barely Works
Remote employees can't connect reliably. File transfers take forever. The VPN drops every 20 minutes. A properly configured VPN on the right hardware makes remote work seamless, not painful.
Security Gaps
No firewall, or a firewall with default settings from 2019. No network segmentation — guest devices sit on the same network as your production servers. One compromised device puts everything at risk.
Our Networking Services
From WiFi design to network monitoring — we handle the full infrastructure stack.
WiFi Design & Optimization
Enterprise-grade wireless that actually covers your entire space — with the speed and reliability your team needs.
- Professional site survey and RF heat mapping
- Enterprise access point deployment (Ubiquiti, Meraki, Aruba)
- Guest network isolation with captive portal
- WiFi 6/6E upgrades for high-density environments
- Ongoing wireless performance monitoring
VPN Setup & Management
Secure remote access for employees who work from home, travel, or split time between offices.
- Remote access VPN for individual users
- Site-to-site VPN connecting multiple office locations
- Split tunneling configuration for performance
- Always-on VPN for company-owned devices
- Multi-factor authentication for VPN access
Firewall Management
Your first line of defense against external threats — configured correctly and monitored 24/7.
- Firewall deployment and configuration (Fortinet, SonicWall, Palo Alto)
- Intrusion detection and prevention (IDS/IPS)
- Content filtering and application control
- Geo-IP blocking and threat intelligence feeds
- Firmware updates and security patching
Structured Cabling
Clean, reliable, properly documented cabling infrastructure that supports your business for the next 15 years.
- Cat6 and Cat6a installation to TIA/EIA standards
- Patch panel and rack organization
- Cable testing and certification
- Server room and network closet buildouts
- Fiber optic runs for high-speed backbone connections
Network Segmentation & VLANs
Separate your traffic for security, performance, and compliance. Keep guest devices off your production network.
- VLAN design and implementation
- Guest network isolation from production
- IoT device segmentation (cameras, sensors, printers)
- PCI DSS and HIPAA network segmentation
- Inter-VLAN routing and access control lists
VoIP Phone Systems
Modern business phone systems that cost less than traditional lines and work from anywhere.
- Microsoft Teams Phone (PSTN calling)
- RingCentral and 3CX deployment
- Number porting from existing carriers
- Auto-attendant and call routing configuration
- Conference room and common area phone setup
Network Monitoring
Real-time visibility into your network health — so we catch problems before your team notices them.
- 24/7 monitoring of all network devices
- Bandwidth utilization tracking and alerting
- Switch port and interface error monitoring
- Automated alerts for device failures
- Monthly network health reports
Our network designs follow NIST Cybersecurity Framework guidelines for segmentation, access control, and monitoring.
Environments We Support
Every space has different networking requirements. We design for each one.
Office Spaces
High-density WiFi for open floor plans. Wired connections for desks. VoIP-ready infrastructure. Guest networks that don't compromise your production traffic.
Warehouses & Industrial
Ruggedized access points that handle dust, temperature swings, and large open areas. WiFi coverage for barcode scanners, tablets, and IoT devices throughout the facility.
Multi-Site Businesses
Site-to-site VPNs connecting your locations as if they were one network. Centralized management, consistent security policies, and unified monitoring across every site.
Retail Locations
PCI-compliant network segmentation. Reliable POS connectivity. Customer WiFi that doesn't touch your payment processing network. Digital signage and camera integration.
Built to Standards, Built to Last
Every network we design and deploy follows industry standards. Structured cabling meets TIA/EIA specifications. Firewalls are configured following the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. WiFi deployments use professional heat mapping and are designed for capacity, not just coverage.
We document everything — network diagrams, IP address maps, switch port assignments, firewall rules, and wireless configurations. If you ever need another provider to take over (though most clients stay), they'll have everything they need.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about networking and infrastructure services.
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Fix Your Network. Fix Everything Else.
A reliable network is the foundation for everything your business does. Let's make sure yours is built right. Call 855-TYPE5-IT or request an assessment.