Planned network
configuration
Note that this configuration will be standard for the project. For
specific user requirements, some exceptions may be justified and, depending
upon the cost and requirements, may need to be attained on a cost-shared
basis.
Wiring
Standard wallplate configurations:
- Offices will include
2 voice/2 data. Depending on the building, the wallplates will be
manufactured by either AT&T or Leviton.
- Labs will include 1 voice/2 data. In many cases, these will be installed
directly to the desk space adjoining the lab benches. Generally,
at least one TSO will also be installed next to the entrance to
the labs.
- Conference rooms will include 2 voice/2 data/1 video/1 pair multimode
fiber.
Standard network connections:
- One switched 10 baseT/100baseT connection to a single machine.
- Connecting anything other than an end-node (such
as a piece of networking hardware) is not allowed. This measure is for both security
and reliability purposes.
Standard backbone connections:
- Fiber optic cable will be installed to most IDFs from a central
distribution location - either within the building or in
a main telecommuncations
hub.
- Most equipment within a building will be connected using
gigabit ethernet.
Facilities:
- In most cases, existing closets will be consolidated so that
more wiring can be distributed from fewer locations.
- New telecommunications closets may be constructed or
some renovation may be required to existing facilities.