University Technology OfficeTelecommunication Design Guidelines

And Construction Specifications

Version 1.4November 3, 2011

Table of Contents

1 GENERAL………………………………………………………………………………….62 CODES AND STANDARD REFERENCES.............................................................73 REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION..........................................................................7

3.1 FCC Regulations.........................................................................................73.1.1 FCC Documentation........................................................................7

3.2 NFPA Codes................................................................................................73.2.1 NFPA Documentation.....................................................................8

3.3 ANSI/TIA/EIA Telecommunication Building Wiring Standards....................83.3.1 ANSI Documentation.......................................................................8

3.4 BICSI Methodologies...................................................................................83.5 ANSI/NECA/BICSI 568-2001.......................................................................8

3.5.1 BICSI Documentation......................................................................84 DEFINITION OF TERMS, ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS............................9

4.1 Equipment Room (ER)................................................................................94.2 Entrance Facility (EF)..................................................................................94.3 Telecommuncation Room (TR)...................................................................94.4 Acronyms.....................................................................................................9

5 DESIGN GUIDELINES..........................................................................................116 TELECOMMUNICATION ROOMS........................................................................12

6.1 Telecommunication Room/Building Equipment Rooms.............................126.2 General…………………………………………………………………………..126.3 Location.....................................................................................................136.4 Electromagnetic Interference.....................................................................136.5 Access……..........................................................................................…..13

7 DESIGN…………………………………………………………………………………...137.1 Architectural...............................................................................................137.2 Size……....................................................................................................137.3 Walls…......................................................................................................137.4 Plywood Backboards.................................................................................137.5 Ceiling Height............................................................................................137.6 Treatment..................................................................................................147.7 Ceiling........................................................................................................147.8 Door….......................................................................................................147.9 Floor Loading.............................................................................................147.10 Signage...................................................................................................14

8 ENVIRONMENTAL................................................................................................148.1 Contaminants............................................................................................148.2 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC).....................................148.3 Continuous Operation................................................................................148.4 Equipment Placement...............................................................................148.5 Standby Operation.....................................................................................148.6 Operational Parameters............................................................................148.7 Positive Pressure.......................................................................................158.8 Vibration....................................................................................................15

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8.9 Other Mechanical Fixtures.........................................................................159 ELECTRICAL.........................................................................................................15

9.1 Lighting......................................................................................................159.2 Power........................................................................................................159.3 General......................................................................................................15

9.4 Equipment 110V Outlets..........................................................................49.4 Equipment 110V Outlets............................................................................159.5 Equipment 208V Outlets............................................................................169.6 Emergency 110V and 208V Outlets..........................................................169.7 Convenience 110V Outlets........................................................................169.8 Location of Power Conditioning Systems (UPS).......................................169.9 Bonding and Grounding.............................................................................16

10 MISCELLANEOUS..............................................................................................1910.1 Fire Protection.........................................................................................1910.2 Water Infiltration......................................................................................20

11 CABLE PATHWAYS............................................................................................2011.1 General....................................................................................................2011.2 Ladder Rack............................................................................................2011.3 Sleeves/Conduits.....................................................................................2011.4 Horizontal Pathway..................................................................................2011.5 Vertical Pathway......................................................................................2011.6 Horizontal Backbone Inter-building Pathway...........................................2111.7 Horizontal Backbone Intra-building Pathway...........................................2111.8 General Telecommunication Room Design.............................................21

12 EQUIPMENT ROOMS AND SERVICE ENTRANCES.........................................2112.1 General....................................................................................................21

13 INTERIOR COMMUNICATION PATHWAYS.......................................................2113.1 General....................................................................................................2113.2 Cable Tray...............................................................................................2113.3 Conduit....................................................................................................2213.4 Intra-building Backbone Conduits............................................................2213.5 Outlet/Conduit Location...........................................................................2213.6 New Construction Wall Outlet..................................................................2213.7 New Construction Floor Outlet................................................................2313.8 Renovations.............................................................................................2313.9 Sleeves....................................................................................................2313.10 Bonding and Grounding.........................................................................23

14 EXTERIOR COMMUNICATION PATHWAYS.....................................................2314.1 General....................................................................................................2314.2 Exterior Pathways....................................................................................2414.3 General....................................................................................................2414.4 Conduit....................................................................................................24

14.4.1 Conduit Depth Requirements......................................................2414.5 Maintenance Vaults.................................................................................24

14.5.1 General.......................................................................................2414.5.2 Conduit Entry Points...................................................................25

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14.5.3 Covers.........................................................................................2514.5.4 Encasement................................................................................2514.5.5 Conduit Orientation.....................................................................2514.5.6 Trace Wire and Safety Tape.......................................................2514.5.7 Separation from Other Utilities....................................................2514.5.8 Innerducts...................................................................................25

14.6 Interior Hardware.....................................................................................2514.6.1 Identifying Covers.......................................................................2614.6.2 Concrete Strength.......................................................................26

14.7 Handhole.................................................................................................2614.7.1 General.......................................................................................2614.7.2 Conduit Entry Points...................................................................2614.7.3 Covers.........................................................................................2614.7.4 Identifying Covers.......................................................................27

15 BACKBONE CABLING........................................................................................2715.1 General....................................................................................................27

16 HORIZONTAL CABLING.....................................................................................2816.1 General....................................................................................................2816.2 Telecommunication Outlet Types, Configurations and Placement..........2816.3 SYSTIMAX Components.........................................................................28

16.3.1 Identification................................................................................2816.3.2 Standard Work Area Outlet.........................................................2916.3.3 Standard Residence Work Area Outlet.......................................3016.3.4 Coax Outlet.................................................................................3016.3.5 Wall Phone Outlet.......................................................................31

17 SPECIAL SYSTEM DEVICES.............................................................................3117.1 Area Refuge Phone.................................................................................3117.2 Blue Light Phones...................................................................................3117.3 Elevator Phones......................................................................................3117.4 Wireless Access Point.............................................................................31

18 TYPICAL OUTLET PLACEMENT........................................................................3218.1 Standard Office........................................................................................3218.2 Classrooms (Typical)...............................................................................3218.3 Conference Rooms..................................................................................3218.4 Lab Areas, Computer Rooms and Other.................................................3218.5 Student Living Spaces.............................................................................32

18.5.1 Living Area/Living Room.............................................................3218.5.2 Bedroom......................................................................................3218.5.3 Open, Lounge, Common and Other Areas..................................3218.5.4 Tables, Desks and Study Carrels................................................32

19 TESTING, IDENTIFICATION AND ADMINSTRATION........................................3219.1 Testing.....................................................................................................32

20 ASU CABLE ID SCHEME…..................................................................................33 20.1 Fiber Cable ID Scheme ……………………………………………………..33 20.2 Copper Cable ID Scheme …………………………………………………..3421 AMENDMENTS...................................................................................................35

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Table of Figures

1 FLOOR PLAN SYMBOLS LEGEND.........................................................................112 TELECOMMUNICATIONS ROOM (TYPICAL).........................................................123 TELECOMMUNICATIONS GROUNDING BUSBARS..............................................174 TELECOMMUNICATIONS BONDING BACKBONE.................................................195 CABLE TRAY SUPPORT.........................................................................................226 EXAMPLE OF A MAINTENANCE JOB....................................................................267 EXAMPLE OF A HANDHOLE..................................................................................278 FACEPLATE CONFIGURATIONS...........................................................................29

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1 GENERALThe purpose of the University Technology Office Telecommunication Design Guidelines and Construction Specifications (Design Guidelines) is to describe and specify the minimum building infrastructure required to support the voice, data and other special systems at ASU. Architects, engineers and designers should use these Design Guidelines to incorporate the information provided into Construction Documents. This document is based on industry standards and codes. This document does not replace any national or local standards, regulations or codes, but enhances them. If the standards and practices of the University Technology Office (UTO) exceed national or local standards, regulations or codes, ASU UTO’s practices shall take precedence.

The scope of this document includes the design and installation of Telecommunication Rooms (TRs), cabling distribution systems work area outlet locations, cable specifications, testing, documentation and administration. The cabling contractor is responsible for obtaining the CommScope/SYSTIMAX Solutions specifications. This document is intended to serve as a guideline and therefore is subject to change on a project-by-project basis. It is the responsibility of the Design Team and/or contractor to identify inconsistencies in the specific project drawings and request clarification from ASU UTO Design designated point of contact.

In order to achieve and maintain the technology offering throughout the many campus’ and satellite learning centers ASU UTO has developed strategic partnerships with specific manufacturers as it relates to the telecommunications infrastructure. The following table outlines those partners and their product offering:

Manufacturer Product TypeCommScope SYSTIMAX Solutions All Copper, Fiber, Lightning Protection

and Coax ProductsChatsworth/CPI Metal ProductsGS Metals/Cooper B-Line Basket Style Cable Tray & Supporting

HardwareWiremold/legrand Floor Boxes, Poke Thru’s & Raceway

SystemsCirca Copper Cable ProtectorsCarlon InnerductSuperior Essex OSP Copper (ANMW) & (ARMM)Fluke Network Test Equipment for Fiber & Copper

It is further required that the installation contractor is certified in the state of Arizona to install and extend to ASU all performance and product warranties offered by the individual manufacturer.

Furthermore, the installation contractor must meet the minimum requirements:

BICSI accredited RCDD on staff SYSTIMAX Solutions D&E Certified Estimator & Project Manager on Staff

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50% of onsite technical staff must be certified as BICSI & SYSTIMAX Installers. Proof of BICSI & SYSTIMAX certifications must be made available upon request.

2 CODES & STANDARD REFERENCESThe following codes and standards contain provisions that, through reference in this text, constitute provisions of document. At the time of publication the editions indicated were valid. All equipment, construction practices, design principles and installations must conform to the latest version of any or all of the following standards and codes, published by the following organizations, where applicable:

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc (IEEE) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) National Electrical Code (NEC) American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI) National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) International Building Code (IBC)

3 REFERENCE DOCUMENTATIONAll ASU UTO staff, architects, engineers, contractors and vendors involved in the design, installation, and specification of structured cabling systems must have access to the following referenced documentation. They will be held accountable to the standards set forth in this document. The standards, codes, and regulations referenced may have corrections, additions, technical service bulletins, and addendums that are not specifically called out in this section. In all cases, the latest versions are to be referenced regardless of versions stated in this document. Questions, problems or comments concerning this document or the referenced document should be directed to the University Technology Office.

3.1 FCC RegulationsFCC Part 68 Regulations for connecting premise cabling and customer provided equipment to regulated networks.

3.1.1 FCC DocumentationFCC Documentation is available at the following Web site:http://www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/Engineering_Technology/Documents/cfr/1999/47cfr68.pdf

3.2 NFPA CodesThese NFPA documents are related to telecommunication:

NFPA-70 National Electrical Code Chapter 8- Communication Systems NFPA-71 Central Signaling Systems NFPA-72 National Fire Alarm Code NFPA-75 Protection of Electronic and Computer Data Processing Equipment NFPA-780 Lightning Protection Code NFPA-101 Life Safety Code

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3.2.1 NFPA DocumentationNFPA documentation is available from the following:

National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02269-9101 Telephone: (617) 770-3000 Fax: (617) 770-0700

3.3 ANSI/TIA/EIA Telecommunication Building Wiring Standards (latest version) There are several documents that make up the ANSI/TIA/EIA Commercial Building Telecommunication Cabling Standards. These include:

ANSI/TIA/EIA - 568-B Commercial Building Telecommunication Cabling Standard ANSI/TIA/EIA -569-A Commercial Building Standard for Telecommunication

Pathway and Spaces EIA/TIA-606-A Administration Standard for the Telecommunication Infrastructure of

Commercial Buildings EIA/TIA-607 Commercial Building Grounding and Bonding requirements for

Telecommunication ANSI/NESC 1997 National Electrical Safety Code

3.3.1 ANSI DocumentationASNI documentation is available from the following:

Global Engineering Documents15 Inverness Way EastEnglewood, CO 80112-5776(800) 854-7179 ext. 7931

3.4 BICSI Methodologies

BICSI Telecommunication Distribution Methods Manual (TDMM - 11th edition) BICSI Telecommunication Cabling Installation Manual (2nd edition) BICSI Customer Owned Outside Plant Design Manual (2nd edition)

3.5 ANSI/NECA/BICSI 568-2001 Installing Commercial Building Telecommunication Cabling

3.5.1 BICSI DocumentationBICSI documentation is available from the following:

BICSI8610 Hidden River ParkwayTampa, FL 33637-1000(800) 242-7405http://www.bicsi.org

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4 DEFINITION OF TERMS, ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONSThis section contains definitions of terms, acronyms, and abbreviations that have a special meaning or that are unique to the technical content of this document. The terms that are used in only one clause may be defined within, and at the beginning of, that clause.

4.1 Equipment Room (ER) An ER Room is a special purpose room designed to serve as a campus point of demarcation. An ER Room may service multiple TRs in a campus design. In large campuses, multiple ERs may be required and interconnected. This room will only contain Network & Telecommunication hardware and CATV. Other utilities and special systems must be pre-approved by ASU UTO Design.

4.2 Entrance Facility (EF)An EF is a special purpose room designed to serve a single building with multiple TRs. The EF may also contain the necessary equipment to function as a TR for the floor it is located on. This room will only contain Network & Telecommunication hardware and CATV. Any other utilities must be approved by ASU UTO Design.

4.3 Telecommunication Room (TR)A TR is a special purpose room designed to serve a single floor. In buildings with multiple floors, TRs shall be vertically stacked to form a backbone pathway. The TR is the point in the Data, Voice and CATV infrastructure that the backbone and horizontal distribution systems are connected to each other. This room will only contain Network, Telecommunication and CATV hardware. Other utilities and special systems must be approved by ASU UTO Design.

4.4 Acronyms

AFF Above Finished Floor BICSI Building Industry Consultants Service International CAT Category CATV Community Antenna Television (cable television) EF Entrance Facility ER Equipment Room HH Handhole IDF Intermediate Distribution Frame MDF Main Distribution Frame MV Maintenance Vault PBX Private Branch Exchange (Phone Switch) QA Quality Assurance SMB Surface Mount Box TMB Telecommunication Mounting Board TMBB Telecommunication Mounting Back Board TO Termination Outlet TR Telecommunication Room (Formally the IDF) TGB Telecommunications Grounding Busbar TMGB Main Telecommunication Grounding Busbar TDMM Telecommunication Distribution Methods Manual (BICSI Publication) UTO University Technology Office UTP Unshielded Twisted Pair

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WAP Wireless Access Point

See “Codes and Standards References” for additional codes and standards Acronyms. Or visit www.webopedia.com for additional definitions.

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5 DESIGN GUIDELINESFigure 1: Floor Plan Symbols LegendSymbol Function

Typical Telecommunications Outlet (TO) mounted flush on wall at 15” AFF. X denotes cable quantity.

Typical wall phone outlet mounted flush on wall at 48” AFF.

Typical TO in ceiling. Terminated cables are housed in a SMB.

Typical TO intended to support Wireless Access Points.

Typical TO in floor box.X denotes cable quantity.

Typical 120VAC Duplex Electrical Outlet

Typical 120VAC Quad Electrical Outlet

Typical 208VAC Electrical OutletVerify 20amp or 30amp configuration

Typical Relay Rack 19”

Typical Cable Runway

X

W

C

WAP

X

L6-30R

RELAY RACK

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6 TELECOMMUNICATION ROOMS6.1 Telecommunication Room/Building Equipment Rooms

6.2 General The following section will outline the location, design and pathway requirements for a typical Entrance Facility (EF) or Telecommunication Rooms (TR). Figure 2 references a general EF or TR layout.

Chatsworth Products (Typical): (See Sample Bill of Material for Specific Part Numbers)

12” & 18” Universal Cable Runway Cable Runway Accessories 19” x 6”deep Standard Rack Vertical Cable Manager Universal Horizontal Cable Manager Horizontal Rack-Mount Power Strips 120VAC and/or 208VAC Grounding & Bonding Accessories Elevation Kits Overhead

Figure 2: Telecommunications Room (Typical)

W

17'

14'

RELAY RACKRELAY RACKRELAY RACKRELAY RACK

RELAY RACKRELAY RACKRELAY RACKRELAY RACK

L6-30R(Typical)

L5-20R(Typical)

Active ActivePassive Passive

Active ActivePassive Passive

5-20

5-20

5-20

+84"

Door Access Control UTO Segment

L6-30R(Typical)

L5-20R(Typical)

L6-30R(Typical)

L5-20R(Typical)

L6-30R(Typical)

L5-20R(Typical)

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6.3 LocationEF and TR locations must meet the following requirements:

Location shall be selected so that the room may be expanded. Shall be located as close as practicable to the center core of the building to minimize

horizontal cable distance (Maximum cable length is 250’ from TR to TO.) Shall be accessible through common-use corridors that will allow the delivery of

large cable reels and equipment and access for repairs 24x7. In multiple floor applications, EF and TRs shall have all 4 walls vertically stacked.

The EF and TRs shall not be part of a server, mechanical, equipment, electrical, washroom, storage area, or a janitor closet. All room locations must be approved in writing by ASU UTO Design prior to construction.

6.4 Electromagnetic InterferenceThe EF and TRs shall be located away from sources of electromagnetic interference. Special attention shall be given to electrical power supply transformers, motors and generators, x-ray equipment, elevator equipment, and induction devices.

6.5 AccessAccess to the Rooms shall be 24 hours-per-day, 365 days-per-year basis (24x7). Access shall be through common use corridors and not accessed by way of any other room. At a minimum all doors to TR’s will be equipped with a lock and ISSAC access system if available. Preferably, they shall be on the UTO ISSAC segment.

7 DESIGN7.1 Architectural

7.2 SizeRooms shall have a minimum inside dimension of 10ft x 12ft dependent on specific Telecommunication requirements. If these rooms require additional square footage based on additional requirements, the size shall be determined on a case-by-case basis. ASU UTO Design must approve all room dimensions in writing.

7.3 WallsAll four (4) walls shall be floor to deck and have a 2-hour fire rating.

7.4 Plywood BackboardsAll four (4) walls shall be covered with ¾ in. fire retardant plywood with fire rating stamp visible on all plywood. Plywood will be rated to meet applicable codes and must be LEED compliant. To reduce warping, fire-rated plywood shall be kiln-dried to maximum moisture content of 15%. Plywood will not be painted. Mount plywood 2” above the top of the electrical outlets or surface raceway and must be installed vertically. Top of plywood shall be level with the top of the cable tray but shall not exceed 9’6” AFF.

7.5 Ceiling HeightThe height between the finished floor and the lowest point of the ceiling should be a minimum of (14 ft).

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7.6 TreatmentFloors, walls, and ceiling shall be treated to eliminate dust. Finishes shall be light in color to enhance room lighting. Floor covering shall be sealed concrete.

7.7 CeilingRoom shall not have a false or drop ceiling to permit maximum use of cable pathways both vertically and horizontally. In such cases where fireproofing may be sprayed onto the exposed ceiling, the fireproofing shall be treated to mitigate airborne dust.

7.8 DoorDoors shall be a minimum of (42 in) wide and (80 in) high, without doorsill, hinged to open outward (code permitting) or be removable. Consideration should be given to using double doors with a removable center-post. The door(s) shall be fitted with a lock, which is keyed and ISSAC access system if available.

7.9 Floor LoadingThe EFs shall be located on floor areas designed with a minimum floor loading of 4.8 kPa (100 lbf/ft2). The TRs shall be located on floor areas designed with a minimum floor loading of 2.4 kPa (50 lbf/ft2). The project structural engineer shall verify that concentrations of proposed equipment do not exceed the floor-loading limit.

7.10 SignageSignage, if used, should be developed within the signage plan of the building.

8 ENVIRONMENTAL8.1 ContaminantsThe rooms shall be protected from contaminants and pollutants that could affect operation and material integrity of the installed equipment.

8.2 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

8.3 Continuous OperationHVAC shall be available on a 24 hours-per-day, 365 days-per-year basis. A stand-alone or dedicated unit shall be considered for all Telecommunication Rooms.

8.4 Equipment PlacementHVAC unit shall not be located in the TR. When the HVAC unit must be located in the TR the location needs to be approved by ASU UTO Design.

8.5 Standby OperationIf a standby power source is available in the building, consideration should be given to also connecting the HVAC system serving the Communications Rooms to the standby supply.

8.6 Operational ParametersThe temperature and humidity shall be controlled to provide continuous operating ranges of 18 C (64 F) to 24 C (76 F) with 30% to 55% relative humidity.

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BTU rating requirements shall be calculated on a room-by-room basis due to the nature of the equipment that is being hosted.

The ambient temperature and humidity shall be measured at a distance of 1.5 m (5 ft) above the floor level, after the equipment is in operation, at any point along an equipment aisle centerline.

8.7 Positive PressureA positive pressure differential with respect to surrounding areas should be provided with a minimum of one air change per hour.

8.8 VibrationMechanical vibration coupled to equipment or the cabling infrastructure can lead to service failures over time. A common example of this type of failure would be loosened connections. If there is a potential for vibration within the building that will be conveyed to the TR via the building structure, the project structural engineer should design safeguards against excessive TR vibration.

8.9 Other Mechanical FixturesMechanical fixtures (e.g., piping, ductwork, pneumatic tubing, electrical conduits) not related to the support of TR/EF shall not be installed in, pass through, under or enter the TR/EF. In addition, the area adjacent to the exterior of the TR/EF walls shall remain clear for cable pathways entering the TR/EF.

9 ELECTRICAL9.1 LightingLighting shall be a minimum of 500 lx (50 foot candles) measured 1 m (3 ft) above the finished floor, mounted 12” minimum above the elevation of the cable tray. Light fixtures shall not be directly over the equipment racks. Light fixtures should be hung in parallel with the equipment racks in the front and back. Light fixtures must be independently supported from the building structure. Light fixtures shall not be mounted to, or supported by the cable tray. NOTE - Lighting fixtures should not be powered from the same electrical distribution panel as the TR/EF. Dimmer switches shall not be used and emergency lighting and signs should be properly placed such that an absence of primary lighting will not hamper emergency exit.

9.2 PowerEF, ER and TRs power shall be approved by ASU UTO Design.

9.3 GeneralMinimum dedicated 120VAC and 208VAC circuits that are fed from a panel not located in the TR.

9.4 Equipment 110V Outlets TRs shall be equipped with a minimum of one dedicated 120V, 20A (L5-20R) circuit. The outlets should be above equipment racks depending on room configuration and mounted on unistrut and supported by elevation kit. All outlets shall have a computer generated label affixed to it indicating the panel room number, panel ID and circuit number. ASU UTO Design may specify additional outlets on a case-by-case basis.

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9.5 Equipment 208V Outlets TRs shall be equipped with a minimum of one dedicated 208V, 30A (L6-30R) circuit. The outlets should be above equipment racks depending on room configuration and mounted on unistrut and supported by elevation kit. All outlets shall have a computer generated label affixed to it indicating the panel room number, panel ID and circuit number. ASU UTO Design may specify additional outlets on a case-by-case basis.

9.6 Emergency 110V and 208V Outlets These outlets will be requested by ASU UTO Design on a case-by-case basis. All outlets shall have a computer generated label affixed to it indicating the panel room number, panel ID and circuit number. ASU UTO Design may specify additional outlets on a case-by-case basis.

9.7 Convenience 110V Outlets EFs/ TRs shall be equipped with convenience outlet placed on each wall of the TR for uses other than network equipment (i.e. power tools, testing equipment). This outlet shall be run from a separate electrical panel. All outlets shall have a computer generated label affixed to it indicating the panel room number, panel ID and circuit number. ASU UTO Design may specify additional outlets on a case-by-case basis.

9.8 Location of Power Conditioning Systems (UPS)Where applicable, dedicated environmental control equipment, such as power conditioning systems, and UPS up to 30 kVA shall be permitted in the TR. All UPS equipment larger than 30kVA shall be located in a separate room. All UPS equipment will have a wall mounted primary feed disconnect switch and a power transfer switch that will be included in the design of the room. This must be approved in writing by ASU UTO Design.

9.9 Bonding and GroundingProvide Telecommunication Grounding/Bonding System in accordance with NFPA-70 Article-250 and ANSI-J-STD-607A using approved Grounding Hardware and methods.

Provide a suitable Telecommunication Bonding Backbone (TBB) that connects TMGB to other TGB’s utilizing a minimum 2/0 insulated copper bonding conductor and double-bolted, Compression style, Grounding Lugs using Table A below. In addition, provide an interconnecting-bonding conductor between telecommunication rooms and equipment rooms STD-607A. This conductor equalizes the potential between grounding planes within the telecommunication rooms and equipment room.

Provide Telecommunication Main Grounding Busbar (TMGB), and Grounding Busbar (TGB) in Entrance Facilities (EF), Telecommunications Rooms (TR) and Equipment Server Room.

The Telecommunication Main Grounding Busbar (TMGB) installed in the EF/MDF shall be 20 inches long and 4 inches wide by ¼ inch thick with pre drilled NEMA bolt hole sizing, dual lug and spacing, example; Chatsworth Products, Inc. Busbar Assemblies w/ Lug Kit part number 40158-020. CADWELD Bonding method with a 2/0 AWG insulated copper bonding conductor should be used for connection to Building Steel or electrical ground. Alternate connection points must be approved by ASU UTO Design.

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Table A

TBB Length (Linear m [ft]) TBB Size (AWG)Less than 4m (13ft) 6 AWG4 to 6m (13 to 20ft) 4 AWG6 to 8m (20 to 26ft) 3 AWG8 to 10m (26 to 33ft) 2 AWG10 to 13m (33 to 44ft) 1 AWG13 to 16m (44 to 52ft) 1/0 AWG16 to 20m (52 to 66ft) 2/0 AWGGreater than 20m (66ft) 3/0 AWG Figure 3: Telecommunication Grounding Busbars

The Telecommunication Grounding Busbar (TGB) installed in the TR shall be 12 inches long and 2 inches wide by ¼ inch thick with pre drilled bolt hole sizing and spacing, Chatsworth Products, Inc. part number 40153-012. All TGB Connections should utilize 2/0 AWG insulated copper bonding conductor using a double hole lug, bolted, compression style, grounding Lugs.

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All cable tray, ladder rack, access floors and telecommunication racks and/or cabinets contained within the ER/TR shall be grounded/bonded to the Busbar (TGB), per Table A. All connections to be made with double-hole lug, bolted, compression style, grounding lugs.

The Telecommunication Grounding Systems shall have non-metallic labels attached to each busbar and bonding conductor. Refer to ANSI/TIA/EIA 606A for additional labeling requirements.

The labels shall be located on conductors as close as practicable (ie. ease of access to read the label) to their point of termination. The labeling scheme will be coordinated with ASU UTO Design prior to installation.

Chatsworth Products Required. (See Sample Bill of Material for Specific Part Numbers)

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Figure 4: Telecommunications Bonding BackboneMid-Rise Building Example

10 MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS10.1 Fire ProtectionFire protection of the TR, if required, shall be provided as per applicable code. If sprinklers are required within the spaces, the heads shall be provided with wire cages to prevent accidental operation. Drainage troughs shall be placed under the sprinkler pipes to prevent leakage onto the equipment within the room. As required, consideration should be given to the installation of alternate fire-suppression systems, confirm requirements with ASU UTO Design.

#6 AWG Minimum to Racks & Runway

TMGB#40158-020

4th

flr

3rd

flr

2nd

flr

1st

flr

4S

3S

2S

1S

4N

3N

2N

1NMER

(Main Electrical Room)

Grounding Backbone Mid-rise Building Example

TMB#40153-012

#6 AWG Minimum to Racks & Runway

See Table A

2/0AWG Bonding Conductor

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10.2 Water InfiltrationThe TR shall be free of water or drain pipes not directly required in support of the equipment within the room.

11 CABLE PATHWAYS11.1 GeneralConduits and sleeves should extend 4-6” into the TR. If the conduits or sleeves are subject to water intrusion they must drain away from the room and be watertight. All conduits and sleeves must have the ends plugged upon installation. Basket tray shall not be run through walls. Conduits and sleeves must have bushings installed at all ends and at all pull boxes. The contractor responsible for the installation of the pathway system is also responsible for providing segmented pull strings. In hard lid or inaccessible ceiling spaces the use of conduit is required. Final design of the Telecommunication pathway must be approved by ASU UTO Design.

Conduit pathways built for telecommunication cabling have more stringent bending and pull box requirements than electrical cabling and must be adhered to (i.e. a telecommunications conduit can have no more than 180 degrees of cumulative bends between pull points).

11.2 Ladder RackThe ladder rack shall be installed around the inside perimeter of the TR room for the distribution of communication cabling. A ladder rack shall also be installed over the top of any free-standing racks with an overhead elevation kit. The runway shall be mounted 7’6” from finished floor to the bottom of the tray. There shall be no other equipment, lights, conduits, fixtures etc. attached to, mounted on, running through or on the ladder rack except those needed to support the ladder rack systems or those approved by ASU UTO Design, i.e. power distribution to support Network equipment.

An 18” ladder rack (typical) will be installed in the ER/MDF. A 12” ladder rack (typical) will be installed in the TR/IDF. Ladder Rack may not be run through walls.

Chatsworth Products Required: (See Sample Bill of Material for Specific Part Numbers)

11.3 Sleeves/Conduits

11.4 Horizontal PathwayThe quantity of horizontal sleeves installed in each TR/EF for horizontal cabling shall be a minimum of three (3) 4" sleeves. The sleeves shall be a minimum 8’-0” AFF to the bottom of the sleeves. Sleeves that are installed above 9’-0” AFF must have vertical ladder racking installed from the bottom of the sleeve to the top of the cable tray for lashing of cables in the vertical run.

11.5 Vertical PathwayIn a multi-story building where TRs are stacked to form a riser, a minimum of six (6) 4” sleeves shall be installed between the stacked TRs. The minimum quantity will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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11.6 Horizontal Backbone Inter-building PathwayThe horizontal backbone pathway shall consist of a minimum of six (6) 4” conduits between the EF/MDF of each building and the nearest designated maintenance vault servicing that facility. Cable tray can be used for Inter-building Backbone distribution only with the use of properly sized innerduct or by the installation of a physical separation for the protection of the Backbone cables from general cable installation.

11.7 Horizontal Backbone Intra-building Pathway If the TRs are not vertically stacked on the EF/MDF, backbone pathway shall consist of

a minimum of six (6)-4” conduits installed between the EF/MDF of the building and each TR. All conduits and inner-ducts shall contain a mule tape with footage makers. In multi-story building where TRs are stacked to form a riser, a minimum of six (6) 4” conduits shall be installed between the EF/MDF and the first TR in the stack. ASU UTO Design must approve use of cable tray as a backbone distribution system. Conduit will be at 40% capacity of the conduits maximum fill.

11.8 General Telecommunication Room DesignTelecommunication Room design shall follow BICSI TDMM design recommendations. ASU UTO Design must approve all final TR design. A detailed telecommunication drawing shall be forwarded for approval by ASU UTO Design.

12 EQUIPMENT ROOMS AND SERVICE ENTRANCES12.1 GeneralEquipment Rooms / PBX and Service Entrance Rooms shall be located and designed on a case-by-case basis with ASU UTO Design.

13 INTERIOR COMMUNICATION PATHWAYS13.1 GeneralThe Interior Communication and Special Systems Pathways shall provide a distribution system for all system cabling that will be served by the building. The pathways for a building may include all or some of the following, cable tray, continuous conduit systems, conduit stubs, sleeves, and cable hangers. All pathways must be approved by ASU UTO Design prior to design completion. Interior pathway design shall follow all BICSI TDMM design recommendations and TIA568-B, TIA569-A and NEC Article 200 standards. A detailed T1 and Pathway Logical drawing shall be required for all pathway plans.

13.2 Cable TrayA continuous cable tray system shall be installed on each floor as required. The tray shall be a basket style with a minimum size of 6" W x 2" D. The cable tray shall be supported by a trapeze style support. A solid bottom liner shall be installed in all open areas 8’ or below. All cable tray shall be grounded per manufactures specification. The use of “T” support is prohibited.

B-Line/GS Metals & Chatsworth Products Required: (See Sample Bill of Material for Specific Part Numbers)

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Figure 5: Cable Tray Support

Floors with fewer TOs than (50) may be supported with an approved “J” Hook solution with authorization from ASU UTO Design. When making turn and elevation changes the appropriate tray accessories, having the proper bend radius, must be used. For access to, and installation of, cables in the cable tray, the following clearances are required around the cable tray. The cable tray system shall have 1’-0” clearance measured from the top most surface of the tray. Access from the sides shall be 6" to 1’. Access to the cable tray from below shall be unobstructed its entire length. There shall be no other equipment, lights, conduits, fixtures etc. attached to, mounted on, installed through or on the cable tray except those needed to support the tray systems. Cable tray shall not be installed through walls. The tray shall stop at all walls and sleeves or conduits shall be installed. The tray shall continue on the other side of the wall as required. Support system for tray shall be detailed in submittals.

13.3 Conduit Sizes indicated for conduits are trade sizes in all cases. Conduits shall have an

insulated bushing installed prior to the installation of telecommunications cabling. Conduits must have the ends plugged upon installation to keep debris from entering them. Conduit shall be installed in the most direct route possible, usually parallel with building lines. Conduit shall not contain continuous sections longer than 100 feet. If lengths total more than 100 feet, pull points or pull boxes shall be inserted. Conduit shall have no more than 180 degrees of cumulative bends between pull points or more than 90 degrees of bends at any one point. Electrical Metallic Tubing shall be electro-galvanized steel. Conduit will be at 40% capacity of the conduits maximum fill.

(See ASU UTO Design to request specifications section for conduit detail.)

13.4 Intra-building Backbone ConduitsSee TR pathway requirements.

13.5 Outlet/Conduit Location

13.6 New Construction Wall OutletConduit stubbed above ceiling shall be a minimum of 1” with bushing. Each 1” conduit will service only one wall outlet location. (NO DAISY CHAIN) The conduit will be terminated in a 4” x 4” x 2.75” deep metal box with a pull string. The box shall be fitted with a single gang mud ring or a double gang mud ring when applicable.

UNISTRUT

3/8” All-Thread

FLEXTRAY

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Outlets are (typically) located at the following heights to top of wall outlet:

Desks 18” AFF Above Counter 42” AFFWall Phones 48” AFF Lab Bench 42” AFFPay Phones 48” AFF Overhead 80” AFF

13.7 New Construction Floor OutletConduit from the cable tray to a typical floor outlet shall be a minimum of 1”. Each 1” conduit will service only one floor outlet location. (NO DAISY CHAIN) Confirm all floor outlets meet Fire Code and will accommodate SYSTIMAX inserts, bezels and/or faceplates.

13.8 RenovationsFor areas being renovated, the minimum requirement is for horizontal wiring to be properly supported and secured in the work area in either surface raceway, communication power pole raceway, enclosed within the wall or furniture and not exposed to possible damage. The cable shall be supported from cable tray to outlet location by CAT 6 approved cable hangers mounted a minimum of 6 inches above the ceiling at a maximum distance of 5’ between hangers.

13.9 SleevesSizes indicated for sleeves are trade sizes in all cases. Sleeves shall have an insulated bushing installed prior to the installation of telecommunications cabling. Sleeves must have the ends plugged upon installation to keep debris from entering them. Sleeves used at wall transition points for cable tray systems shall be 4 inches. Quantity of sleeves shall be equal to the capacity of the cable tray. Sleeves for distribution of horizontal cable in renovated areas not having conduits to the cable tray shall be sized so that when all cables have been installed at the completion of the project, the sleeve will be at 40% capacity of the sleeves maximum fill.

Sleeves shall be UL listed at the rating of the wall or floor. If the wall or floor has a fire rating greater than 2 hours the sleeve shall have an equal rating in all cases. The minimum sleeve size installed for any penetration shall be 2 inches.

13.10 Bonding and GroundingAll ladder rack, cable tray and conduits shall be bonded to the TGB in the TR.

14 EXTERIOR COMMUNICATION PATHWAYS14.1 GeneralThe Exterior Communication Pathways shall provide a campus distribution system for all system cabling that will be served by the building. The pathways for a campus distribution system may include all or some of the following; maintenance vault, Handhole, inner-duct, conduit, multi-cell conduits. All pathways must be approved by ASU UTO Design prior to implementation. Exterior pathway design shall follow all BICSI TDMM and BICSI Customer Owned Outside Plant Design Manual design recommendations and TIA568B and 569A

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standards. ASU UTO Design must approve all final design. A detailed telecommunication drawing and pathway logical drawing will be required.

(Conduit pathways built for telecommunication cabling have more stringent bending and pull box requirements than electrical cabling and must be adhered to (i.e. a telecommunications conduit can have no more than 180 degrees of cumulative bends between pull points).

14.2 Exterior Pathways

14.3 GeneralSizes indicated for conduits and innerduct are trade sizes in all cases. For quantities see Backbone Inter-Building section.

14.4 Conduit

All conduits shall be a minimum of 4 inches for inter-building pathway. Conduits must have the ends plugged upon installation to keep debris from entering

them. Conduit lengths shall contain no continuous sections longer than 200 feet. If conduit

lengths total more than 200 feet, pull points shall be provided. Conduit shall have no more than 180 degrees of cumulative bends between pull points

or more than 90 degrees of bends at any one point. All bends must be long, sweeping bends with a radius not less than six times the internal diameter of conduits 50 mm (2 in) or smaller, or ten times the internal diameter of conduits larger than 50 mm (2 in). 48 inches sweeps preferred.

The use of pull boxes for 90 degree bends is prohibited. All conduits must be mandreled prior to turning over to ASU UTO. All ends of conduit must be reamed. All conduits entering a building must be pitched to drain away from the building to avert

water intrusion. To prevent conduit shearing, conduits entering through walls shall be metallic and extend to undisturbed earth, particularly where such backfill is susceptible to load bearing tension.

All conduits that do not have inner-duct shall be threaded with mule tapes with footage markers.

Rigid Galvanized Steel Conduit shall be hot-dipped galvanized steel, including threads. Extra-Heavy wall conduit: Schedule 80, constructed of polyvinyl chloride, rated for use with 90 degree C conductors, and UL listed for direct burial and normal above ground use.

Heavy wall conduit: Schedule 40, constructed of polyvinyl chloride, rated for use with 90 degree C conductors, and UL listed for direct burial and concrete encasement.

Conduit will be at 40% capacity of the conduits maximum fill. (See ASU UTO Design to request the specifications for exterior conduit detail)

14.4.1 Conduit Depth RequirementsTop of conduit must be buried at least 24 inches below finished grade.

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14.5 Maintenance Vaults

14.5.1 GeneralJoint Use Maintenance Vaults (MVs) are permitted. The vaults shall be 4’ x 6’ minimum.

14.5.2 Conduit Entry PointsConduits entering the MV are to be placed at opposite ends of a MV.

14.5.3 CoversCovers shall always be round and centrally located on single cover maintenance vault. Frames and covers used in roads or driveways shall be rated to withstand vehicular traffic. For MV over 3.7 m (12 ft) long, follow these guidelines:

Between 3.7 m (12 ft) and 6 m (20 ft) use two covers. Over 6 m (20 ft), use three covers.

14.5.4 EncasementAll underground conduits shall be slurry capped sealed.

14.5.5 Conduit OrientationManufactured conduit spacer shall be used for all conduits in the duct bank so conduits can maintain the same orientation at all points of access. The installer shall provide photographs and a site inspection to UTO Design.

14.5.6 Trace Wire and Safety Tape Telecommunication pathways underground shall have a trace wire for locating the route and an identifying tape to reduce the risk of damage if excavation intersects the conduit.

14.5.7 Separation from Other UtilitiesPower up to 1KVA:

12 in. of well- packed earth 4 in. of masonry 3 in. of concrete

Gas, Oil, Water, etc.: 12 in. when parallel 6 in. when crossing

14.5.8 Innerducts

Innerducts shall have both ends plugged upon installation. All innerducts shall be threaded with mule tapes with footage markers. Innerduct shall not be directly buried or concrete incased as a replacement to conduits. All innerducts shall be marked with a unique identifier indicating that origin and

destination. There shall be a minimum of 3 - 1 ¼ Inches ribbed, orange, PVC innerduct installed per

4 inches conduit. (Typical)

14.6 Interior HardwareAll hardware in MVs must be galvanized. MVs shall be equipped with the following:

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Bonding inserts and struts for racking. Pulling eyes at least 22 mm (7/ 8 in) in diameter. A sump drywell of at least 200 mm (8 in) in diameter. An entry ladder (required). Appropriate grounding points.

14.6.1 Identifying CoversAll covers shall have COMMUNICATIONS pre-marked on the cover for easy identification.

14.6.2 Concrete StrengthThe strength of concrete used for MVs shall be at least 24 kPa (3500 psi). NOTE: Stronger concrete may be stipulated in certain installations.

Figure 6: Example of a Maintenance Vault

14.7 Handhole

14.7.1 GeneralHandholes (HHs) are smaller than maintenance vault (MVs), but the covers provide full access to the entire space inside the hole. HH shall be used as pull- through points only. HHs shall not be used as splice points, unless specified by ASU UTO Design. HH shall not be used in conduit runs that have more than three (3) 4 inch conduits.

Joint Use HHs is not permitted.

14.7.2 Conduit Entry PointsConduits entering the HH are to be aligned on opposite walls of the HH at the same elevation.

SUMP

12'

6' 6"

GROUND RODS

Eye Bolt Eye Bolt

(6) 4" conduits typical 3-over-3

Cast Iron Frame and Lid (H20 Loading)30" TYPE “A”

UNISTRUT

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14.7.3 CoversCovers shall always be round and centrally located on HH.Frames and covers used in roads or driveways shall be rated to withstand vehicular traffic.

14.7.4 Identifying CoversAll covers shall have COMMUNICATIONS pre-marked on the cover for easy identification.

Figure 7: Example of a Handhole

15 BACKBONE CABLING 15.1 General Backbone cabling is the media over which Voice, Video, Data, Audio, Community antenna television (CATV) signals will be transmitted to the TRs. The media used for the transmission of the signals will be copper, fiber and coax. Backbone cables are broken into two types, inter-building and intra-building. Inter-building cabling has very strict requirements when entering a building. Cable insulation type, lightning protection and termination methods are important considerations when designing outside plant (OSP) cabling. SYSTIMAX lightning protection solutions shall be utilized on all copper multi-pair cables and all copper and fiber optic cables will be grounded.

Sizing of backbone cabling for support of a building is directly related to the building’s functions both during initial occupancy and future use. There is no generic backbone installation that will fit all applications. Design of the building’s backbone cabling will be on a case-by-case basis. Generally, Optical Fiber, High Pair Count Copper and Coaxial cable will be installed for backbone applications.

4'

Eye Bolt

4'

SUMP

(2) 4" conduits

Typical Handhole

Cast Iron Frame and Lid

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Backbone cable design shall follow all current BICSI TDMM design recommendations and TIA568B standards. ASU UTO Design must approve all final design. A detailed Communication site plan and Backbone logical drawings will be required for all Backbone cabling Plans.

Product Requirement: (See Sample Bill of Material for Specific Part Numbers) OSP & Riser Fiber SYSTIMAX Armored LazrSpeed (50mm Multi-mode) &

SYSTIMAX (Single-mode) OSP Copper Superior Essex ANMW Armored Riser Copper Superior Essex ARMM OSP & Riser Coax CommScope .5/.75 Fiber Terminations – SYSTIMAX pre-radius LC connectors on all Multi-mode and

Single-mode fiber Fiber Optic Shelf (LIU) – Rack mount enclosures shall be used for fiber terminations,

sized accordingly CommScope VisiPatch shall be used for Copper OSP & Riser terminations 110 Blocks shall be used for transition from wall to CommScope VisiPatch in a rack

16 HORIZONTAL CABLING16.1 GeneralThe following will describe the minimum work area outlet requirements for areas such as; a standard office, classroom, conference room, special locations and residence halls. The use of plenum cable is required unless home run conduits are installed in ASU facilities. The exact placement and quantities of outlets and pathways must be approved by ASU UTO Design.

Detailed communications floor plans for backbone cable design shall follow all current BICSI TDMM design recommendations and TIA568B standards. ASU UTO Design must approve all final designs in writing.

In general, install one (1) TO in each office on the wall opposite of the door. Larger offices for Director Level and above should receive two (2) TOs.

A minimum of one duplex electrical outlet should be installed within 16 inches, but not closer than 8 inches, of every work area outlet.

Cable ID label shall be a minimum 3 inches from termination point at patch panel and T.O.s.

16.2 Telecommunication Outlet Types, Configurations and Placement

16.3 (To be comprised of all SYSTIMAX components. See Sample Bill of Material for Specific Part Numbers)

16.3.1 IdentificationIdentification of cabling, pathways and hardware shall conform to TIA 606-A. The labeling scheme for the structured cabling system shall be submitted to ASU UTO Design for approval and inclusion in all matrices for building operations prior to trim/finish. Faceplate, insert and dust cover shall be same color.

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Figure 8: Faceplate Configurations

16.3.2 Standard Work Area Outlet A Standard work area outlet is comprised of two SYSTIMAX 4-pair Category 6 twisted pair cables, inserted into a single gang 3-port faceplate. The faceplate, insert, and dust covers shall be the same color. The jack identifier designated window (label holder) shall be printed or typed in black on white.

X-Y-Z

X-Y-Z

SYSTIMAX SYSTIMAX

SYSTIMAXSYSTIMAX

SYSTIMAX SYSTIMAX

1 2

3 4

5 6

TR#“SINGLE DIGIT FORMAT”

FLOOR OF TRLOWER LEVEL – 0

FIRST -1SECOND – 2

THIRD -3

CABLE I.D.001 - 999

LABELING SCHEME SAMPLE

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16.3.3 Standard Residence Work Area Outlet A residence work area outlet is comprised of 4-pair SYSTIMAX Category 6 twisted pair cables. The number of CAT6 cables shall be determined on a case-by-case basis.

16.3.4 Coax OutletA Coax outlet is comprised of one CommScope quad-shielded RG-6 or RG-11 coax cable depending on length from TR to distribution point. The RG-6 shall be used for lengths less than 200’ and the RG-11 shall be used for lengths over 200’. The location of a coax outlet will be located on a case-by-case basis. The faceplates shall be a single gang one port or a single gang two-port type. The coax cable will be for video distribution.

Jack ID #”s

SYSTIMAX

SYSTIMAX

Jack ID #”s

1

2

3SYSTIMAX

Jack ID #”s

SYSTIMAX

SYSTIMAX

Jack ID #”s

1

2

3SYSTIMAX

DATA

DATA

VOICE

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16.3.5 Wall Phone OutletA Wall Phone outlet is comprised of one SYSTIMAX 4-pair Category 6 twisted pair voice cable. All wall phone locations shall be ADA compliant. The faceplates shall be a plastic single gang type.

17 SPECIAL SYSTEM DEVICES17.1 Area Refuge PhoneThe phone outlet is comprised of one SYSTIMAX 4-pair Category 6 twisted pair voice cable. All locations shall be ADA compliant. The cable shall be terminated on a TIA-568B CAT6 jack by the cabling contractor responsible for the installation.

Coax ID # Coax ID #

SYSTIMAX

The Coax is labeled:

Floor-Closet-CXXX

SYSTIMAX

Jack ID #”s

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17.2 Blue Light PhonesThe phone outlet is comprised of one SYSTIMAX 4-pair Category 6 twisted pair voice cable. The cable shall be terminated on a TIA-568B CAT6 jack by the cabling contractor responsible for the installation.

17.3 Elevator PhonesThe phone outlet is comprised of one SYSTIMAX 4-pair Category 6 twisted pair voice cable. The cable shall be terminated on a TIA-568B CAT6 jack by the cabling contractor responsible for the installation.

17.4 Wireless Access PointA wireless access point is comprised of two (2) SYSTIMAX 4-pair Category 6 data cables. The Wireless enclosure for a drop ceiling shall be a Chatsworth (CPI) #AAT-ACE-DOME and termination shall be within the enclosure with fire-stop on a SYSTIMAX M102SMB modular outlet. The locations for these cables shall be determined by ASU UTO. Contact and arrange for these engineering services on a per project basis and coordinate closely with ASU UTO Design.

18 TYPICAL OUTLET PLACEMENT18.1 Standard officeEach office shall have a minimum of one TO, on opposite wall of entry. The TO should be three feet from the back wall (furthest from the door) and shall contain a minimum of (2) SYSTIMAX 4-pair Category 6 cables.

18.2 Classrooms (Typical) The specific cabling requirements shall be determined on a case-by-case basis. However, please us the following as a classroom base; one TO located in the ceiling for video projection and camera containing (2) Category 6 cables. One floor box at the front of the classroom containing up to (6) Category 6 cables for lectern. One TO containing (2) Category 6 cables, per location, for wireless access points or as required.

18.3 Conference RoomsThe specific cabling requirements shall be determined on a case-by-case basis. However, please us the following as a classroom base; TO located in the ceiling for video projection and camera containing (2) Category 6 cables. Floor box beneath conference room table containing up to four Category 6 cables. TO containing (2) Category 6 cables per location for wireless access points.

18.4 Lab Areas, Computer Rooms and Other The specific cabling requirements shall be determined on a case-by-case basis.

18.5 Student Living Spaces

18.5.1 Living Area / Living RoomEach living area or room shall have a minimum of (1) outlet with coax cable and one work area outlet with (1) Category 6 cable.

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18.5.2 BedroomThere shall be (1) SYSTIMAX CAT6 for voice per room and (1) SYSTIMAX CAT6 for data per pillow.

18.5.3 Open, Lounge, Common and Other AreasThe specific cabling requirements shall be determined on a case-by-case basis.

18.5.4 Tables, Desks and Study CarrelsThe specific cabling requirements shall be determined on a case-by-case basis.

19 TESTING, IDENTIFICATION AND ADMINISTRATION19.1 TestingTesting of Copper UTP cables shall conform to the requirements of TIA 568-B.1. Channel link for Cat6 cable shall be a minimum of 6db headroom. Permanent link for Cat6 cable shall be a minimum of 3db headroom.Testing of Optical Fiber cables shall conform to the requirements of TIA 568-B.1. In addition, OTDR Traces will be provided for all fiber testing bi-directional and power meter.

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20 ASU CABLE ID SCHEME

20.1 Fiber Cabling Scheme:

Inter-building:

Example: From ER to TR, Building # - Cable #.

306B-2, 306B-3, 306B-4, ETC…….

Intra-building:

Example: To - From, Building # - Building # - Cable #.

In Building #168, Cable shall read, 170-168-1.

In Building #170, Cable shall read, 168-170-1.

LIU Labeling:

Example: ROOM # 250U1, LIU #1 = 250U1-L1 ROOM # 250U1, LIU #2 = 250U1-L2 ROOM # 250U1, LIU #3 = 250U1-L3

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20.2 Copper Cabling Scheme:

Inter-building:

Example: From ER to TR, Building #, Floor #, Cable #, Pair Count

306B-2-2-1-100, 306B-3-3-1-100, 306B-4-4-1-100, ETC

Intra-building:

Example: To - From, Building # - Building # - Floor# - Cable # - Pair Count

In Building #168, Cable shall read, 170-168-1-001-1-100.

In Building #170, Cable shall read, 168-170-1-001-1-100.

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