377_MSG_SC_Communications_Division_Specifications.docx

377 MSG/SC

Communication Division Specifications

1. Background/Overview

1.1. To minimize the long-term cost of the infrastructure, ensure interoperability and interface capability, these local standards are established and may only be changed when approved in writing by the Communications-Computer Systems Officer (CSO). These standards are intended to promote common skills among maintenance personnel throughout the base and to minimize the necessity for excessive spare parts and variations in telecommunications equipment. Revisions to this document will be prepared and distributed by the 377 Communications Division (377 MSG/SC) when higher headquarters guidance, United States Air Force (USAF) communications standards, or other contributing agency standards warrant changes. Additionally, 377 MSG/SC recognizes the inherent need to maintain close interaction with Base Civil Engineering and the Army Corp of Engineers on all project issues and invite comments or recommendations for changes to this document.

2. General Purpose

2.1. The purpose of this instruction is to provide design criteria for planning telecommunications cabling and distribution systems in building construction and renovation efforts. Pre-wiring shall be included in all Military Construction (MILCON) projects to include renovations accomplished in accordance with Air Force ETL 02-12 Communications and Information System. All pre- wiring must comply with the ETL 02-12, UFC 3-580-01, and this instruction. Compliance with these instructions will improve maintenance by establishing a standard for communications systems facility. Department of Defense (DOD) publications direct the use of commercial standards whenever they meet DOD needs. The commercial standards referenced in ETL 02-12 and UFC 3-580-01 shall be followed along with this instruction.

2.1.1. This guidance is for all MILCON, Cabling Infrastructure and Building Renovation projects with Kirtland AFB boundaries, whether managed/funded by Base Civil Engineering or Base Communications. DOE and other (Kirtland AFB) partners are encouraged to adopt these standards to the maximum extent possible to ensure government investments are maintainable for the entire life-span of the project/building/cabling.

2.1.2. The base CSO (377 MSG/SC) or designated authority should be contacted for approval/disapproval for any deviations to the criteria defined in this document.-

3. Roles/Requirements

3.1. The design package Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) shall:

3.1.1. Submit all required Communication System Requirement Documents (CSRD) needed in support of the project. Provide all communications requirements to 377 MSG/SCXP prior to the 10% design review. Additionally, all project modifications which bring new communications requirements shall be addressed at further design reviews.

3.1.2. Provide 377 MSG/SC with a complete design package for review to include a draft Requirements and Maintenance Plan, dedicated draft drawings, DoD Form 1391 (Military Project Construction Data), and a list of any deviations from the this document’s criteria, which must be approved by the CSO or designated representative prior to the 35% design review.

3.1.2.1. Dedicated Draft drawings as defined in 3.1.2 include:

· Man-Hole butterfly drawings

· Rack Elevations

· Backboard Design/Layout

· Premise Wiring Layout

· Installation layout(s) for telecommunications systems with O&M by 377 SC

3.1.2.2. The drawings shall depict telecommunications system ONLY

3.1.3. Allow 15 business days for the communications squadron personnel to review all design packages.

3.2. 377 Mission Support Group, Communications Division, Plans/Programs (377 MSG/SCXP) Project Manager(s) will:

3.2.1. Review all draft Requirements Document and drawings, to include the DD Form 1391, Military Project Construction Data

3.2.2. Continuingly review Construction/Renovation Design Packages as the project progresses.

3.2.3. The Base Network Control Center (NCC) and Mission System teams may be needed to provide assistance with the incorporation of new infrastructure. The Cyberspace System Integrator-Base (CSI-B) may provide communications engineering assistance. Any assistance requested will be coordinated through 377 MSG/SCXP Plans and Implementation.

3.3. Installer/Contractor Certification Requirements.

3.3.1. Construction projects shall utilize Registered Communication Distribution Designers (RCDD) to perform design and engineering of telecommunications cabling and distribution systems.

3.3.2. Before cabling and distribution systems installation, companies shall submit to the government project representative information documenting installer certification(s).

3.3.3. Certification(s) should be specialized in the installation of the type of cabling and equipment the installer will be working on.

3.3.4. Telecommunications contractor shall submit certifications to project manager for all personnel performing installations of telecommunications infrastructure and related equipment. Personal certifications shall be reviewed by 377 SCXP to ensure these personnel meet BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Service International) or New Mexico Construction Industries ES-7 Journeyman Certificate.

4. Connecting into the Existing Communication Plant

4.1. New construction or remodeling, all design, installation, and related costs necessary to extend the conduit and manhole system to the new location shall be included in the project package. Multiple service entrance locations will be required for all facilities housing command and control systems to provide redundant, survivable service.

4.2. A burial marking tape shall be laid in the backfill over the conduit bank, in accordance with TIA 569B. This tape should be at least twelve inches below the finished grade and 24 inches above the conduit bank. The material must be rated for at least 50 years direct burial. The tape shall be at least 3 inches wide, and marked every five feet with 2 inch high wording similar to the following: WARNING: COMMUNICATIONS CONDUIT BURIED BELOW.

4.3. Due to the unique environment of the high desert, protect limitations, aerial communications cabling is not permitted on KAFB for new installations.

5. Underground Copper Installation

5.1. The number of copper cable pairs needed for new installations will be determined during design reviews or identified by CSRD WO at 10% design.

Use conducts If direct buried, get approval Regardless of installation, 5.1 applies

Splice cases used to splice copper cable into the base infrastructure will be stainless steel, exterior copper gel-filled cable

6. Underground Fiber Installation

6.1. Single mode fiber optic cable (SM FOC) will be used outside premise. At a minimum, 48 strands SM FOC (8.3/125 micron) will be designed as part of a new facility construction project. Facility use and user requirements will dictate whether more fiber optic cable is required. All interior fiber connections will use LC connectors or matching connectors to existing Light Interface Unit (LIU).

6.1.1. All FOC will be home run from the closest ITB to the new facility.

6.1.2 Splice cases used to splice FIBER cable into the base infrastructure will be stainless steel.

6.1.3 For all base fiber optic cables between ITBs (backbone fiber), use a minimum of shielded 72 Strand Single Mode Fiber 8.3 micron with redundant routing; consistent with long distance transport 10 Gigabit Ethernet protocol transmission equipment.

6.1.4 Fiber optic cable terminations will be performed by the contractor and shall provide manufacturer test results IAW TIA/EIA 568C

7 Manholes and Duct Systems

7.1 Manholes are reinforced concrete, typically precast and brought to the site in 2 sections. The underground manholes provide work space for the installation or removal of communications infrastructure.

7.1.2 New Manholes designations will begin with “MH-C”, followed by four digit sequential numeric value. This designation will be provided by 377 MSG/SCXP to ensure standardization and no duplication in designations with current infrastructure.

7.1.3 All manholes shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of all applicable Commercial Manuals. Manholes shall provide a clear inside floor space measurement of 8’ x 12’. An alternate size of 6’ x 8’ may be approved only when no primary backbone cable passes through the manhole (lateral or dead end service only). All manholes shall provide a clear height no less than 7 ft. Conduit penetration banks shall be at least 12” from the adjacent manhole wall and will not be centered. Conduits shall enter the Manhole 36 to 60 inches above finish floor on the end and be perpendicular to the wall in approximate location. Mandatory items include grounding bus bar and rod and related conductors and wiring, a ladder or step, cable rack support, a 50 cubic foot sump (French drain), pull in iron/anchor.

7.1.4 The manhole shall be set on 6 inches of level, 90% compacted granular fill, 3/4 to 1 inch size, extending 12 inches beyond the manhole on each side. Granular fill shall be compacted by a minimum of four passes with a plate type vibrator. Drain sumps shall be provided for precast manholes, as required. Installation also shall conform to the manufacturer's instructions.

7.1.5 Minimum Ground Cover. The top of the manhole chamber must be at least 12 inches below grade.

7.2 Manhole Entrance

7.2.2 Access to the manhole is to be provided by a 36 inch diameter hatch centered over the top of the vault with the manhole cover having “COMMUNICATIONS” stenciled on the side that is exposed to the surface. The removable metal cover will be 42 inches diameter and must be designed for "light traffic" loads. All manhole covers will be round and provided with Lid Locking systems by Mcgard. Due to security requirements no hand holes will be installed on the base.

7.2.3 Top access may require variable extension of the "neck" to reach ground surface level. The manhole hatchway shall be even with the finished grade of the surrounding terrain and shall be no more than 3/8” above any highway surface, see Appendix A.

7.3 Conduit / Duct Systems

7.3.2 Manhole conduit penetrations are to be sealed against water seepage and finished inside the manhole to present a smooth, tapered entry. Unused conduits are to be capped or plugged to prevent gases or wildlife from migrating between manholes. Planned conduit penetrations, such as for the main conduit bank or building feeder conduits, should be accommodated via "knock out panels" precast into the sides of the manholes.

7.3.3 Schedule 40 or better polyvinyl chloride (PVC) conduit shall be used. Where PVC conduits are installed, a #10 AWG copper tracer wire or tracer tape will be installed within the conduit or 6" above the duct bank to assist in future location efforts. Tracer wire will be secured inside each manhole and securely fastened at the Primary Telecommunications Room (PTR). Conduits will be extended an additional 3 feet on each side of the crossing for protection. If steel pipe conduit is used, boring procedures will be followed that ensures protection of existing resources.

7.3.4 Conduit must be encased in concrete when minimum conduit depth of 24 inches cannot be attained, passing under paved roads/parking lots or high traffic area, driveways, railroad tracks or bend points that are subject to movement.

7.3.5 If the conduit has to be curved, gentle sweeps will be used while maintaining a minimum radius of 25 feet. No section of conduit shall contain more than two 90 degree bends between Manholes. All conduits shall be sloped toward each opposing manhole at a slope of 3" per 100' of run to promote drainage of liquids.

7.4 Manhole Location.

7.4.2 Manholes are to be located wherever a significant change in direction of the main conduit bank is needed, or a building feeder is to intersect the existing duct system. A "significant change of direction" is defined as a change in alignment that would exceed the maximum total bend parameter allowed. Manholes shall be installed for all connections to the existing cable plant as required and maintained at a maximum spacing of 800 feet line-of-sight.

7.4.3 Manholes are not to be installed under roadways or other normal traffic ways. It is preferred that manholes be installed under walkways or under landscaped areas if they don't interfere with tree roots, etc.

7.5 Internal Manhole Preparations.

7.5.2 Manholes must include provision for drainage of ground and rain water from the interior. Manholes shall be installed on 2 feet of pea gravel to allow the manhole to drain into the ground.

7.5.3 Each manhole must be constructed to include common interior fittings. These are intended to support the use and management of the manhole. All exposed metal fittings shall be rust resistant, typically galvanized steel.

Note: See Appendix A for an example of racking hardware common to communications manholes.

7.5.4 A removable metal ladder is to be provided inside each manhole. The ladder will be used by staff to enter the manhole. It should be held in place at the top by metal loops or similar anchors, and must rest on the bottom of the manhole. The ladder must be easily removable in order to facilitate cable installation and routing within the manhole.

7.5.5 Anchors for cable installation pulleys must be provided on all four sides of manhole walls.

7.5.6 Permanently installed lighting is not required in the manhole. At least 2 hanger loops are to be provided in the manhole ceiling to accommodate temporary utility lighting.

7.6 Grounding Rod.

7.6.2 All manholes shall have a 10 foot long by 3/4" diameter copper plated grounding rod installed through the floor of the manhole near one corner. The rod shall protrude no more than 4 inches above the floor. The hole through the manhole floor shall be sealed against seepage with either epoxy filler or Room Temperature Vulcanizing caulking.

7.7 The Conduit Banks.

7.7.2 All primary backbone conduits shall be installed in locations approved by 377 MSG/SCXP, and shall provide adequate size and quantity. The cables enter the Manhole near the sidewalls, allowing the incoming cable to align with the cable racks (splayed configuration). Manholes shall be water tight through the use of appropriate seals/caps/bores.

7.7.3 The conduit banks (manhole-to-manhole) consist of a minimum of 6 four-inch diameter conduits, arranged in a pattern 2 wide and 3 deep. The center-to-center spacing of the conduits is 6 inches, in both directions.

7.7.4 Manhole-to-Building conduits are to be sealed with foam sealant or capped air tight to prevent water from entering the PTR. If a diverse path is required for fiber or copper, a minimum of four 4” conduits is required.

8 Building Entrance Cables

8.1 The contractor will provide underground exterior service gel filled cable, IAW Rural Electrical Association (REA) standard PE-39, Specifications for Filled Telephone Cable, or PE-89, Specifications for Filled Telephone Cable with Expanded Insulation, from main communications Building Entrance Terminal (BET) to the nearest manhole tie in point or splice case, which can provide sufficient vacant pairs to accommodate each facility with required circuits, plus 100% spare pairs, as determined by 377 MSG/SCXP.

8.1.2 If a diversified path is required due to mission requirements the diverse path will enter the building from the opposite side of the building. If this is not feasible the building entry points will have at least have 90 feet separation. The entire diverse path shall maintain at least 90 feet of separation from the primary path and cannot terminate in the same Information Transfer Building (ITB) as the primary connectivity.

8.1.3 Splice cases used to splice copper cable into the base infrastructure will be stainless steel. A transition splice will be made between the exterior copper gel-filled cable and dry-filled intra-building cable in the PTR in accordance with TIA/EIA 569A standard. Re-enterable gel filled splice cases shall be used. No gel shall be used in building splices. Splice cases shall be pressure tested to not less than 10PSI.

8.1.4 In accordance with Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 497, all Building Entrance Terminals (BET’s) will be provided with three-electrode gas tube or solid state type 5-pin rated for the application. Provide gas tube protection modules in accordance with RUS Bulletin 345-83 and shall be heavy duty, A>10kA, B>400A, C>65A where A is the maximum single impulse discharge current in accordance with National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) C62.61. The gas modules shall shunt high voltage to ground, fail short, and be equipped with an external spark gap and heat coils, in accordance with UL 497. The number of surge protection modules will equal the number of pairs of exterior cable of the building protector assembly.

8.1.5 Equipment side (house) of the BET will use 25 pair Telco type connections to station equipment. BETs of this type will not be stacked more than three high. New Construction: Install a minimum of 25 pair #24 American Wire Gauge (AWG) copper outside plant cable. All splices for 24 AWG copper wire shall be spliced using modular splicing methods. All splices shall have a single (1) fold back (no inline splices). All outdoor metallic Twisted Pair (TP) Cable will be gel filled core type, and meet Rural Utility Service Polyolefin Encased (PE)-39 or PE-89 specifications.

8.1.6 Each building needing any form of network access will be supplied with a minimum of 12 Strand Single Mode (SM) Fiber.

8.2 Building Entrance Terminals (BET).

8.2.2 BETs will be stenciled according to designations provided by 377 MSG/SCXP.

8.2.3 All BET's shall be installed using 3B1E type gas protectors, IAW manufacturer's instructions and the NEC.

8.2.4 All BETs will be provided with 5-pin element, plug in orange gas tube protective modules and will provide equal protection to REA-PE-80, Specifications for Gas Tube Surge Arrestors, specifications. All BETs shall be mounted in a vertical arrangement.

8.2.5 BET used for the termination of outside TP cables, 300 pair and less in size, shall have a built in splice chamber with 710 type splice modules with 66B output with blocks Circa model 1890ECS.

8.2.6 BET used for the termination of outside TP cables, larger than 300 pair, will be 24 AWG stubbed central office protectors Circa model 4486 type blocks. Frame verticals will be mounted the backboard to support central office type blocks.

8.2.7 The contractor shall conduct appropriate testing and provide 100% continuity test results to 377MSG/SCXP office OPR.

8.2.8 All FOC entering the building will terminate in the PTR in a 19” rack floor mounted FOC or on a wall mounted patch panel with LC connectors or matching connectors to existing LIU.

9 Telecommunications (COMM) Rooms

9.1 A Primary Telecommunications Room (PTR) will be provided for Communications - Computer System (C-CS) switching and transmission equipment, private branch exchanges ( gateways, power supplies, etc.) main distribution frame(s), equipment racks, fiber optic cable termination, patch panels and other equipment needed for termination of the building's interior wiring systems and to interface the local service equipment with the exterior base cable system.

9.1.2 In accordance with Industry Best Practices, AF Design Requirements (ETL 02-12), Safety Instructions (AFI 91-203 / 30.1.1) and DISA Security requirements (STIGS IA-12.02.01 & PH-03.02.01) -- Telecommunication rooms must be a dedicated space, not shared with other functions, and will not be used for storage.

9.1.2.1 As a dedicated space, no other equipment, such as mechanical, plumbing equipment, and electrical panels will be placed in the TR. The TR will be free and clear of all obstructions to a height of 8'0" to provide adequate ventilation and cooling. General purpose storage is prohibited in all Telecommunication Rooms.

9.2 The PTR will be located on the first floor with an interior door only and provide uninterrupted access by authorized personnel. All TR doors must be installed so the door will open out, must be solid core, and directly accessible. A controlled and secured access cypher keypad lock on all TRs is required to allow 24-hour uninterrupted access by authorized technicians.

9.2.2 Other TRs will serve as a secondary interconnection point between the CAT 6 outlets and the main communications frame in the PTR. Wall and floor space will be provided for installation and maintenance of equipment such as frames or backboards.

9.2.3 All cable in the TR will be tagged according to room and jack number to indicate its associated jack number and location. All LAN runs must be continuous from wall outlet to patch panels in the TRs. Installation of plugs, and plugging house cable into active electronic equipment, is strictly prohibited.

9.3 Telecommunications Room Interconnections

9.3.2 For Horizontal cable connections between the PTR and other Telecommunications Rooms within the same building, a minimum of 12 Strand Single Mode (SM) Fiber 8.3 microns will be used – along with a CAT 3 telephone tie cable

9.3.2.1 For special requirements requiring interconnections between TRs, in addition to the PTR connection, single-mode (SM) fiber optical cable will also be utilized.

9.3.2.2 Tie Cables will connect the PTR 66M1-50 blocks to other TRs.

9.3.2.3 Tie Cables will be sized based on the TR user’s phone requirements in accordance with 2 pairs / user with 100% growth. For example: A TR supplying 50 traditional phones should have a tie cable of 200 pairs (2 pairs * 50 Users * 2)

9.3.3 All interior fiber connections will use LC connectors or matching connectors to existing Light Interface Unit (LIU). A 3 cell maxcell will be provided inside the 4" steel conduit or conduit raceway with pull cord ensuring a direct path between each TR.

9.4 Telecommunications Room(s) - Sizing and Location

9.4.2 The quantity and size of building TRs shall comply with the standards and guidelines set forth in ETL-02-12, paragraph 8.3.3.3.

Table 1. TR Size Requirements

Building Usable Area (Square Feet)

Entrance Conduits

9.4.3 More than one telecom room per floor is required if distance to a work area exceeds 300 feet, or if floor area served exceeds 10,000 square feet. Recommended room sizing is 10' x 11' for each 10,000 square-foot area served. Best practice is for this room to be designed with a 2:1 ratio in length to width.

The TRs will be provided with space as required and will be situated in a centralized location within the building, unless the cable distance exceeds 295 ft. (90M) from the TR to the desktop/wall jacks.

9.5 Circuit connectivity from the telecommunications outlet jacks to the TR will be provided through conduit stubbed to 12 inches above the finished ceiling using the most direct route available, complete with pull cords. A 6 inch wide by 2 inch deep minimum above the ceiling cable through/raceway may be used to connect rooms provided plenum type cable is used or provided. Where cable trays are provided, conduits will be extended to the cable tray and be terminated. The through/raceway will run above the ceiling on the top of proper support structures using the most direct route between the TRs. Conduit fill will not exceed the 40% rule as stipulated in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70 and TIA/EIA.

9.5.2 If equipment racks/cabinets will be installed, they must be seismically braced, IAW local Seismic Standard 4, and have a minimum of 3 feet of clearance along all sides to facilitate equipment installation and maintenance.

9.5.3 Cabinets/racks that are placed side by side must maintain the clearance as outlined above, around the row of cabinets/racks. Type 630B-8 wall jacks will be provided for wall mounted telephones in the PTR, other TRs, electrical/mechanical rooms and will mounted 60" above the finished floor.

9.5.4 TRs will be secured as outlined in section 15.

9.5.5 Temperature in the TR will be maintained between 65-78 degrees Fahrenheit.

9.5.6 Special attention will be given to the space, security, and separation required for placement of classified systems to ensure security countermeasures are met.

9.6 Backboards.

9.6.2 BETs are required for all primary TRs. All required BET or block terminations shall be mounted on an 8' x 4' x 3/4"exterior plywood backboard. The backboard will be flame retardant or covered with a flame retardant coating. The backboard will be installed vertically, 9 inches above the finished floor.

9.7 Power Requirements

9.7.2 A dedicated four-gang 115 V, 60 Hertz power outlets on a separate 20 Ampere (A) circuit with isolated ground, shall be installed on each wall and also placed within equipment racks and cabinets for use to power telecommunications devices. Additionally, a minimum of two- gang 220-240 VAC 30-Amp power outlet circuit with isolated ground for use in powering uninterrupted power supply (UPS) will also be provided. An additional duplex convenience outlet will be located away from the telecommunications outlets to provide power to operate service and maintenance equipment.

9.7.3 Ground all devices, cable sheaths, protectors and other equipment in accordance with applicable T.O.s, ANSI/EIA/TIA 607, MIL Standard 188-124B, and the NFPA 70. Provide a single-point ground for all communications/electronic equipment for the building within the TR.

9.7.4 Provide a telecommunications main grounding bus bar (TMGB) at a minimum of 6 inches high by 24 inches long. The ground riser from the ground plate to the single main electrical service entrance ground must be a #1 AWG or larger copper conductor directly connected to the ground plate with no taps. The resistance of the ground riser must be 5 ohms or less measured from the main building ground point. All connections of wire-to-wire and/or wire-to-ground rod must be exothermic-welded. Extend #6 AWG or larger copper ground wires from the TR ground plate to each secondary TR within the building and connect a telecommunications grounding bus bar (TGBB) in the TR. Bond each TMGB and TGBB to non-current-carrying metal building parts such as metal framing in the TR as required by the NEC.

10 Interior/Premise Wiring - General Requirements

Regardless of the interior wiring cable used, the following requirements apply to ALL Interior/Premise Wiring:

10.1 Distribution frames and interior conduits/cable trays shall be of sufficient size to allow for 100% growth and shall not exceed the 40% fill rule stipulated in the NEC NFPA 70, National Electrical Code.

10.1.2 Installation of all interior pre-wiring to include the TRs, shall be performed to ensure termination as required back to the PTR.

10.1.3 Each cable shall be marked with an adhesive type strip marker at both ends. Affix a permanent label to the outlet jack cover to clearly identify the outlet with the corresponding termination jack on the patch panel or termination block. Hand written or manual embossing labels are NOT permitted. Automated embossed labels are preferred, such as Brothers P-touch systems utilizing 1/4-inch labels, with 1/8-inch lettering.

10.2 Premise wiring supporting the flowing classified networks should utilize the color code identified in Table 3.

Table 3 Building Infrastructure Designation

10.3 Conduits and Cable Trays (interior)

10.3.2 For new installations, and renovations, circuit connectivity from the telecommunications outlet jacks to the Telecommunications Room (TR) will be routed through conduit sufficient in size as not to exceed the 40% rule as stipulated in the National Electrical Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70. Conduits will be installed 12" above the finished ceiling, using the most direct route. Cable trays/raceways may be used to connect rooms provided that plenum type cable is used. If cable trays are used, conduits will be extended to and terminated at the cable tray; empty conduit will have pull strings installed. The cable tray/raceway will run above the ceiling, using an independent support structure, and using the most direct route between points. "J" hooks may be used with prior approval from 377 MSG/SCXP for distribution of wiring.

10.3.3 Where multiple TR rooms are required, attention must be given to their strategic placement to support interconnection via 4 inch conduit or 6 inch wide by 2 inch deep minimum cable trays between each room as well as to the Primary TR in which the cable head/fiber connections are to be located. In existing buildings, plenum jacketed cables may be used, where allowed by national building codes, without the noted conduits, if properly supported.

11 Interior/Premise Copper (CAT 6)

11.1 Interior CAT 6 wiring shall be four pair, 24 American Wire Gauge (AWG), solid copper conductor, CAT 6, Underwriters Laboratories (UL) tested and certified with a green outer shell.

11.2 Each cable shall be dedicated to one device or outlet only and will be terminated on the TR patch panel in accordance with T-568B.

11.3 Cables shall be terminated in a 110 style, 48 port, 19 inch, rack mounted, CAT 6 patch panel located in the appropriate TR.

11.4 The relay rack(s) will contain two sets of patch panels. One larger group (Set A) supporting connections to all wall jacks, and a smaller group (Set B) for interconnection to the CAT 3 telephone tie cable.

11.4.2 Set A patch panels will be terminated on the panel in accordance to T-568B.

11.4.3 Set B panels consists of identical 48 port, 19 inch, rack mounted, CAT 6 patch panels containing a minimum number of jacks equal to ¼ of the tie cable supplying the TR

11.4.3.1 Set B panel jacks shall be wired with two pairs from the telephone tie cable – connected to the terminals corresponding to pair 1 and pair 3 of T-568B. These are the “inner” pairs of the RJ-45 jack.

11.5 377 MSG/SCMPT shall perform the following connections once the project work has completed to include formal customer acceptance:

- All connections between the BET and 66M1-50 blocks in PTR

- between Set A and Set B patch panels in TRs as required for customer use

- between customer phone unit and wall 12 Interior/Premise Fiber

12.1 Single mode fiber optic cable (SM FOC) will be used for outside and inside premise. All interior fiber connections will use LC connectors or matching connectors to existing Light Interface Unit (LIU).

12.1.2 Fiber optic cable terminations will be performed by the contractor and shall provide manufacturer test results IAW TIA/EIA 568C 13 Switches

13.1 Client station network switching shall support Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6), Power over Ethernet (PoE) (802.3AT), 1 Gigabits per Second (Gbps), Port Security (802.1X), trunking (802.1Q), Quality of Service, Signaling Network Management Protocol version 3 (SNMPv3) 256 bit encryption Secure Shell version 2. High priority facilities requiring dual-homing will be serviced by the same platform 3 layer-3 routing images. This equipment will be concealed and secured in TRs and will not be installed in common use areas.

13.1.2 Aggregation of more than 3 down-link trunks will be accomplished with standard platform configuration.

13.1.3 Higher density environments where client count exceeds 40 but less than 120 will be serviced by multiple standard platforms with dual trunks to the ITB and inter-switch stacking between EB switches. Spanning tree priorities will be configured to ensure that EB-to-ITB links forward packets when available.

13.1.4 Higher density environments where client count exceeds 120 shall be supported by standard platforms using inter-switch backplane stacking between EB switches with layer-3 ITB links.

14 Telecom Outlets

14.1 In general office areas, use a quad modular telecommunications outlet, with four 8pin/8 position CAT 6 or better modular Uniform Service Order Code RJ-45 type jacks mounted in a single face plate (two for voice/two for data) in a factory made assembly. All wall outlet components shall have a removable outer bezel with molded labeling to identify the outlet usage (see Figure 1). Communication jacks installed in or under the floor will have dust covers installed on the individual jacks. Enclosure covers with seals will be used to prevent moisture and debris from entering the enclosure. All inside wire used for telecommunications outlets shall be four pair, 24 American Wire Gauge (AWG), solid copper conductor, CAT 6, Underwriters Laboratories (UL) tested and certified with a green outer shell.

14.2 Each cable shall be dedicated to one device or outlet only.

14.3 Only plenum rated cable may be used whenever cable is installed and exposed within air circulation areas.

14.3.2 Telecommunication outlets shall be mounted 18" above the finished floor, to the centerline of the cover plate, unless noted otherwise.

14.3.3 Place phone/data/Local Area Network (LAN) outlet jacks along every wall or one every 8 feet apart or for every 40 square feet; whichever provides a higher outlet density. All other locations will be provided with an outlet density as determined and approved by 377 MSG/SCXP.

14.3.4 Outlet Jacks will be labeled in accordance with Figure 1 to provide critical information for maintenance actions.

Figure 1. Four-Gang Wall Plate Numbering

15 Other Considerations

15.1 Security

15.1.2 A controlled and secured access cypher keypad lock on the TR is required to allow 24-hour uninterrupted access by authorized technicians. This cypher lock also provides keyed entry for facility managers. Only authorized personnel by 377 MSG/SC will possess room combination.

15.1.3 For TRs storing inspectable SIPRNET, an exterior door look meeting STIG V-31267 (Version: IS-02.01.01) shall be installed.

15.1.4 Classified requirements may vary and shall be taken on a case-by-case basis.

15.2 Operational Environment

15.2.2 Temperature/Humidity. A temperature controlled environment is required IAW Air Force AF ETL 02-12, Para. 8.3.3.2.3 in all TRs. Provide heating, cooling, and fresh air appropriate for the equipment housed. Maintain a positive pressure inside the room to reduce the entry of dust. Normal operating ranges should be as locally established for employee comfort (typically between 65°F to 78°F. There are no special relative humidity requirements. However, in order to minimize static discharge and condensation it is recommended that the relative humidity be between 20% and 60%.

15.2.3 Lighting: Sufficient lighting will be provided in all TR areas to promote a safe and acceptable work area. Switched lighting will be provided in all TR areas, adequate to promote work with small fiber items and miniature lettering devices. Maintain a minimum of 12" clearance between fluorescent “ballasted” light fixtures and all cable runs and cable devices. Provide a minimum of 538 lux (50 foot-candles) of illumination measured 1 meter (39 inches) above the finished floor.

15.3 Geospatial Mapping / Surveying

15.3.2 Geospatial Mapping / Surveying data is required to be submitted for all work outside the bounds of footprints of buildings. This includes all outside plant infrastructure features and communications pathways that are installed / modified.

15.3.3 Example of Outside Plant features include manholes, vaults, pedestals, underground cables, marked direct buried splices, terminals etc.

15.3.4 Examples of Communications pathways include duct routes, direct-buried cable, and communication pathway entry points on building exterior walls that lead to interior building entry terminals, etc.

15.3.5 Geospatial Mapping / Surveying shall be accomplished in accordance with Appendix B - GUIDANCE FOR GEOSPATIAL DATA

15.4 Classified Systems (Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNET) and Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN)).

15.4.2 Customers must identify classified message traffic or telephone requirements, and coordinate all requirements with the 377 MSG/SC Plans and the Information Assurance Flights to ensure proper compliance measures are attained.

15.5 Modular Furniture.

15.5.2 Telephone and LAN wiring systems in areas with pre-wired workstations, furniture systems or modular walls must have sufficient flexibility and connectivity to enable rearrangement without modification to the permanent communications wiring in the facility. This is facilitated with modular furniture by including supporting faceplates for standard CAT6 jacks. These jacks will be label under the same standard as wall jacks (See Figure 1). Permanent connections involving modular equipment/furniture are prohibited; there should only be one CAT 6 jack between the TR and the customer’s equipment.

Suitable patch cords and connectors must be provided. Patch cords will be permanently labeled with the corresponding outlet number and will be included in installation.

15.6 Periodic, Final Inspections, Testing and Documentation.

15.6.2 All telecommunications cable will be certified and tested utilizing test equipment in accordance with EIA/TIA standards with written test result to be provided to the 377 MSG/SC. Where deficiencies of any type are discovered upon testing, the contractor will make all necessary repairs, including replacement if necessary, at no cost to the government.

15.6.3 Two groups of acceptable digital records must be provided to 377 MSG/SC prior to final acceptance: (1) cable certification records (2) Revised drawings which reflect the actual “as built” conditions (preference to Visio files)

15.6.4 All communications drawings will be geospatial referenced and include the conduit, innerduct, cable types, cable count, cable size, and length. All manholes and pull boxes will have complete butterfly details to include geospatial referenced location, entry points, grounding, bonding, racks/ladders, or other equipment installed. See Appendix B for more information on GPS survey requirements.

15.6.5 377 MSG/SC personnel will conduct in-progress inspections during construction. The general contractor performing the work is solely responsible for scheduling inspections and providing response to the government for inspection findings. These inspections will be scheduled with 377 MSG/SC before backfill or installation of walls. Trenches may be inspected to verify conduit size, quantity, cable type, earth cover compliance, and updated "red line" cable record or contract drawings.

15.6.6 All installed cables will be tested by the installer, and may be in the presence of 377 MSG/SC personnel or its representatives. Baseline test records will be provided to the 377 MSG/SC in printed and digital format.

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