A Complete Cable Mapping System
PatchMaster Pro is designed to make 48-port switch replacements simple, fast, and error-free. It is go bag or backpack ready and can be available any time you find yourself working on a switch replacement.
Instead of relying on labels, tape, or guesswork, it provides a reliable, structured way to map every cable exactly where it belongs.
The system uses four independent 24-port arrays to handle real-world cable routing from any direction.
Two 24 port plates
These capture the 52 switch ports and SFP ports
Each cable clips into the plate and stays locked in place while you lift the entire bundle off the old switch and drop it onto the new one in perfect order.
No guessing.
No misplaced VLANs.
No crossed connections.
Two Built-In 24-Port plates built into the case.
Each case half has a 24-port keeper on the exterior. These keepers manage cables that enter the rack from:
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Above (overhead trays, upper patch panels)
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Below (lower patch panels, floor feeds)
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Both directions at once
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Any mixed or inconsistent wiring path in older racks
Just match the port number:
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Cable from the top → Top keeper, port X
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Cable from the bottom → Bottom keeper, port X
This ensures all 48 ports remain perfectly mapped regardless of cable direction.
The system also works when a patch panel is installed above and below the switch at the same time.
PatchMaster Pro is built for real environments — not idealized racks.
Reliable for High-Mounted and Ceiling-Level Racks
Many switches are installed near ceilings or in other difficult locations.
Replacing a switch in these conditions is often awkward, risky, and nearly impossible to do neatly.
PatchMaster Pro makes this work manageable:
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Holds all 48 cables securely
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Keeps wiring organized while you’re on a ladder
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Allows safe removal and replacement of heavy switches
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Reduces or eliminates the need for a second technician
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Prevents cables from falling, tangling, or shifting
It turns a stressful overhead task into a controlled, predictable process.
A Foolproof Workflow
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Fast to deploy
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No labels, tape, or temporary markings required
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Cables remain in the correct order
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Top and bottom routing stay separated and organized
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Lift plates maintain perfect port mapping
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Works in cramped racks and messy closets
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Even less experienced techs can complete a clean swap
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Cuts troubleshooting time dramatically
- No messy tape melting in your bags or dry markers.
This is a repeatable process that makes switch replacements simple.
Security-Focused
Switch replacements are a sensitive moment in network operations.
A single incorrect cable can:
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Place devices on the wrong VLAN
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Break ACLs or segmentation
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Disable monitoring or alerting
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Expose internal or guest networks
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Interfere with compliance standards
PatchMaster Pro maintains one-to-one cable mapping, helping preserve your network’s security posture throughout the swap.
ThumbSaver Tools Included
Each kit includes two ThumbSaver tools that wrap around your thumb and make releasing stiff RJ45 tabs significantly easier.
They are small, simple, and extremely helpful during large patching jobs.
Durable and Field-Ready
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Printed in strong PETG
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Backpack-friendly
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Includes Velcro straps for hanging or securing bundles
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Designed for field service technicians or anyone that may need to replace a switch that isnt exactly perfectly labeled and organized. AKA everyone.
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No delicate or unnecessary parts
What’s Included
Everything required for clean, predictable switch swaps.
Created By A Real Technician
I built PatchMaster Pro to make life easier for my own service team.
Switch replacements were one of the most frustrating and error-prone tasks we faced, and I wanted a simple, repeatable process that eliminated the chaos.
For thirty five dollars, you’re not just getting a tool — you’re getting a workflow that protects your technicians, protects your clients, and removes stress from a task that normally comes with pressure and risk.
I’ve led service teams for years, and I believe technicians deserve tools that support them, not slow them down.
PatchMaster Pro came from that belief, and I’m proud to share it with anyone who works in the same environments we do.
— Ben
Creator of PatchMaster Pro
