27 10 00 BUILDING TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING SYSTEM.doc

SECTION 27 10 00

BUILDING TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING SYSTEM

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

1.1.1 The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only. Unless other wise noted, the latest published version and/or revision shall be used.

1.1.2 ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

a. ASTM D 709 Laminated Thermosetting Materials

1.1.2.2 CONSUMER ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION (CEA)

a. CEA-310-E Racks, Panels, and Associated Equipment

1.1.2.3 INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS (IEEE)

a. IEEE Std 100 The Authoritative Dictionary of IEEE Standards Terms

1.1.2.4 INSULATED CABLE ENGINEERS ASSOCIATION (ICEA)

a. ICEA S-83-596 Fiber Optic Premises Distribution Cable

b. ICEA S-90-661 Category 3, 5, & 5e Individually Unshielded Twisted Pair Indoor Cable for Use in General Purpose and LAN Communications Wiring Systems

1.1.2.5 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)

a. NEMA WC 63.1 Twisted Pair Premise Voice and Data Communications Cables

b. NEMA WC 66 Category 6 and Category 7 100 Ohm Shielded and Unshielded Twisted Pairs

1.1.2.6 NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

a. NFPA 70 National Electrical Code

1.1.2.7 TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (TIA)

a. TIA J-STD-607-A Commercial Building Grounding (Earthing) and Bonding Requirements for Telecommunications

b. TIA-455-21-A FOTP-21 - Mating Durability of Fiber Optic Interconnecting Devices

c. TIA-492AAAA-A 62.5-um Core Diameter/125-um Cladding Diameter Class 1a Graded-Index Multimode Optical Fibers

d. TIA-492AAAB 50-Um Core Diameter/125-Um Cladding Diameter Class IA Graded-Index Multimode Optical Fibers

e. TIA-492CAAA Class IVA Dispersion-Unshifted Single-Mode Optical Fibers

f. TIA-526-14-A OFSTP-14A Optical Power Loss Measurements of Installed Multimode Fiber Cable Plant

g. TIA-526-7 Measurement of Optical Power Loss of Installed Single-Mode Fiber Cable Plant OFSTP-7

h. TIA-570-B Residential Telecommunications Infrastructure Standard

i. TIA/EIA-568-B.1 Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard - Part 1: General Requirements

j. TIA/EIA-568-B.2 Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard - Part 2: Balanced Twisted Pair Cabling Components

k. TIA/EIA-568-B.3 Optical Fiber Cabling Components Standard

l. TIA/EIA-569-A Commercial Building Standards for Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces

m. TIA/EIA-598-B Optical Fiber Calbe Color Coding

n. TIA/EIA-604-12 FOCIS 12 Fiber Optic Connector Intermateability Standard Type MT-RJ

o. TIA/EIA-604-2 FOCIS 2 Fiber Optic Connector Intermateability Standard, Type ST

p. TIA/EIA-604-3A FOCUS 3 Fiber Optic Connector Intermateability Standard

q. TIA/EIA-606-A Administration Standard for the Telecommunications Infrastructure

1.1.2.8 U.S. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

a. FCC Part 68 Connection of Terminal Equipment to the Telephone Network (47 CFR 68)

1.1.2.9 UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

a. UL 1286 Office Furnishings

b. UL 1666 Test for Flame Propagation Height of Electrical and Optical-Fiber Cables Installed Vertically in Shafts

c. UL 1863 Communication Circuit Accessories

d. UL 444 Communications Cables

e. UL 467 Standard for Grounding and Bonding Equipment

f. UL 50 Standard for Enclosures for Electrical Equipment

g. UL 514C Nonmetallic Outlet Boxes, Flush-Device Boxes, and Covers

h. UL 910 Test for Flame-Propagation and Smoke-Density Values for Electrical and Optical-Fiber Cables Used in Spaces Transporting Environmental Air

i. UL 969 Marking and Labeling Systems

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

1.2.1 Section 26 20 00 Interior Distribution System apply to this section with additions and modifications specified herein. The information provided in this specification shall be used in conjunction with site specific requirements as dictated by the specific Base/Post. Where conflicts occur, the site specific requirements as defined by the Base/Post shall take precedence.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

Unless otherwise specified or indicated, electrical and electronics terms used in this specification shall be as defined in TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.2, TIA/EIA-568-B.3, TIA/EIA-569-A, TIA/EIA-606-A and IEEE Std 100 and herein.

1.3.1 Campus Distributor (CD)

1.3.1.1 A distributor from which the campus backbone cabling emanates. (International expression for main cross-connect (MC).)

1.3.2 Building Distributor (BD)

1.3.2.1 A distributor in which the building backbone cables terminate and at which connections to the campus backbone cables may be made. (International expression for intermediate cross-connect (IC).)

1.3.3 Floor Distributor (FD)

1.3.3.1 A distributor used to connect horizontal cable and cabling subsystems or equipment. (International expression for horizontal cross-connect (HC).)

1.3.4 Telecommunications Room (TR)

1.3.4.1 An enclosed space for housing telecommunications equipment, cable, terminations, and cross-connects. The room is the recognized cross-connect between the backbone cable and the horizontal cabling.

1.3.5 Entrance Facility (EF) (Telecommunications)

1.3.5.1 An entrance to the building for both private and public network service cables (including antennae) including the entrance point at the building wall and continuing to the entrance room or space.

1.3.6 Entrance Room (ER) (Telecommunications)

1.3.6.1 A centralized space for telecommunications equipment that serves the occupants of a building. Equipment housed therein is considered distinct from a telecommunications room because of the nature of its complexity.

1.3.7 Open Cable

1.3.7.1 Cabling that is not run in a raceway as defined by NFPA 70. This refers to cabling that is "open" to the space in which the cable has been installed and is therefore exposed to the environmental conditions associated with that space.

1.3.8 Open Office

1.3.8.1 A floor space division provided by furniture, moveable partitions, or other means instead of by building walls.

1.3.9 Pathway

1.3.9.1 A physical infrastructure utilized for the placement and routing of telecommunications cable.

1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

1.4.1 The building telecommunications cabling and pathway system shall include permanently installed backbone and horizontal cabling, horizontal and backbone pathways, service entrance facilities, work area pathways, telecommunications outlet assemblies, conduit, raceway, and hardware for splicing, terminating, and interconnecting cabling necessary to transport telephone and data (including LAN) between equipment items in a building. The horizontal system shall be wired in a star topology from the telecommunications work area to the floor distributor or campus distributor at the center or hub of the star. The backbone cabling and pathway system includes intrabuilding and interbuilding interconnecting cabling, pathway, and terminal hardware. The intrabuilding backbone provides connectivity from the floor distributors to the building distributors or to the campus distributor and from the building distributors to the campus distributor as required. The backbone system shall be wired in a star topology with the campus distributor at the center or hub of the star. Provide telecommunications pathway systems referenced herein as specified in Section 26 20 00 Interior Distribution System.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

1.5.1 Government approval may be required on any of the following items. Items requiring submittals will be listed on the AF Form 66. Provide copies of all submittals per the requirements in Section 01 33 00, Submittal Procedures, or as listed on the AF Form 66.

1.5.1.1 SD-02 Shop Drawings

a. Telecommunications drawings

b. Telecommunications Space Drawings

c. In addition to Section 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures, provide shop drawings in accordance with paragraph Shop Drawings.

1.5.1.2 SD-03 Product Data

a. Telecommunications cabling (backbone and horizontal)

b. Patch panels

c. Telecommunications outlet/connector assemblies

d. Equipment support frame

e. Connector blocks

f. Spare Parts

(1) Submittals shall include the manufacturer's name, trade name, place of manufacture, and catalog model or number. Include performance and characteristic curves. Submittals shall also include applicable federal, military, industry, and technical society publication references. Should manufacturer's data require supplemental information for clarification, the supplemental information shall be submitted as specified in paragraph REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS and as required in Section 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures.

1.5.1.3 SD-06 Test Reports

a. Telecommunications cabling testing

1.5.1.4 SD-07 Certificates

a. Telecommunications Contractor Qualifications

b. Key Personnel Qualifications

c. Manufacturer Qualifications

d. Test plan

1.5.1.5 SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports

a. Factory reel tests

1.5.1.6 SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

a. Telecommunications cabling and pathway system Data Package 5

1.5.1.7 SD-11 Closeout Submittals

a. Record Documentation

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.6.1 Shop Drawings

1.6.1.1 In exception to Section 01 33 00, Submittal Procedures submit shop drawings a minimum of 14 by 20 inches in size using a minimum scale of 1/8 inch per foot, except as specified otherwise. Include wiring diagrams and installation details of equipment indicating proposed location, layout and arrangement, control panels, accessories, piping, ductwork, and other items that must be shown to ensure a coordinated installation. Wiring diagrams shall identify circuit terminals and indicate the internal wiring for each item of equipment and the interconnection between each item of equipment. Drawings shall indicate adequate clearance for operation, maintenance, and replacement of operating equipment devices. Submittals shall include the nameplate data, size, and capacity. Submittals shall also include applicable federal, military, industry, and technical society publication references.

1.6.1.2 Telecommunications Drawings

a. Provide registered communications distribution designer (RCDD) approved, drawings in accordance with TIA/EIA-606-A. The identifier for each termination and cable shall appear on the drawings. Drawings shall depict final telecommunications installed wiring system infrastructure in accordance with TIA/EIA-606-A. The drawings should provide details required to prove that the distribution system shall properly support connectivity from the EF telecommunications and ER telecommunications, CD's[, BD's], and FD's to the telecommunications work area outlets. The following drawings shall be provided as a minimum:

(1) T1 - Layout of complete building per floor - Building Area/Serving Zone Boundaries, Backbone Systems, and Horizontal Pathways. Layout of complete building per floor. The drawing indicates location of building areas, serving zones, vertical backbone diagrams, telecommunications rooms, access points, pathways, grounding system, and other systems that need to be viewed from the complete building perspective.

(2) T2 - Serving Zones/Building Area Drawings - Drop Locations and Cable Identification (ID’S). Shows a building area or serving zone. These drawings show drop locations, telecommunications rooms, access points and detail call outs for common equipment rooms and other congested areas.

(3) T4 - Typical Detail Drawings - Faceplate Labeling, Firestopping, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Safety, Department of Transportation (DOT). Detailed drawings of symbols and typicals such as faceplate labeling, faceplate types, faceplate population installation procedures, detail racking, and raceways.

1.6.1.3 Telecommunications Space Drawings

a. Provide T3 drawings in accordance with TIA/EIA-606-A that include telecommunications rooms plan views, pathway layout (cable tray, racks, ladder-racks, etc.), mechanical/electrical layout, and cabinet, rack, backboard and wall elevations. Drawings shall show layout of applicable equipment including incoming cable stub or connector blocks, building protector assembly, outgoing cable connector blocks, patch panels and equipment spaces and cabinet/racks. Drawings shall include a complete list of equipment and material, equipment rack details, proposed layout and anchorage of equipment and appurtenances, and equipment relationship to other parts of the work including clearance for maintenance and operation. Drawings may also be an enlargement of a congested area of T1 or T2 drawings.

1.6.2 Telecommunications Qualifications

1.6.2.1 Work under this section shall be performed by and the equipment shall be provided by the approved telecommunications contractor and key personnel. Qualifications shall be provided for: the telecommunications system contractor, the telecommunications system installer, and the supervisor (if different from the installer). A minimum of 30 days prior to installation, submit documentation of the experience of the telecommunications contractor and of the key personnel.

1.6.2.2 Telecommunications Contractor

a. The telecommunications contractor shall be a firm which is regularly and professionally engaged in the business of the applications, installation, and testing of the specified telecommunications systems and equipment. The telecommunications contractor shall demonstrate experience in providing successful telecommunications systems within the past 3 years. Submit documentation for a minimum of three and a maximum of five successful telecommunication system installations for the telecommunications contractor.

1.6.2.3 Key Personnel

a. Provide key personnel who are regularly and professionally engaged in the business of the application, installation and testing of the specified telecommunications systems and equipment. There may be one key person or more key persons proposed for this solicitation depending upon how many of the key roles each has successfully provided. Each of the key personnel shall demonstrate experience in providing successful telecommunications systems within the past 3 years.

b. Supervisors and installers assigned to the installation of this system or any of its components shall be Building Industry Consulting Services International (BICSI) Registered Cabling Installers, Technician Level. Submit documentation of current BICSI certification for each of the key personnel.

c. In lieu of BICSI certification, supervisors and installers assigned to the installation of this system or any of its components shall have a minimum of 3 years experience in the installation of the specified copper and fiber optic cable and components. They shall have factory or factory approved certification from each equipment manufacturer indicating that they are qualified to install and test the provided products. Submit documentation for a minimum of three and a maximum of five successful telecommunication system installations for each of the key personnel. Documentation for each key person shall include at least two successful system installations provided that are equivalent in system size and in construction complexity to the telecommunications system proposed for this solicitation. Include specific experience in installing and testing telecommunications systems and provide the names and locations of at least two project installations successfully completed using optical fiber and copper telecommunications cabling systems. All of the existing telecommunications system installations offered by the key persons as successful experience shall have been in successful full-time service for at least 18 months prior to the issuance date for this solicitation. Provide the name and role of the key person, the title, location, and completed installation date of the referenced project, the referenced project owner point of contact information including name, organization, title, and telephone number, and generally, the referenced project description including system size and construction complexity.

d. Indicate that all key persons are currently employed by the telecommunications contractor, or have a commitment to the telecommunications contractor to work on this project. All key persons shall be employed by the telecommunications contractor at the date of issuance of this solicitation, or if not, have a commitment to the telecommunications contractor to work on this project by the date that the bid was due to the Contracting Officer.

e. Note that only the key personnel approved by the Contracting Officer in the successful proposal shall do work on this solicitation's telecommunications system. Key personnel shall function in the same roles in this contract, as they functioned in the offered successful experience. Any substitutions for the telecommunications contractor's key personnel requires approval from The Contracting Officer.

1.6.2.4 Minimum Manufacturer Qualifications

a. Cabling, equipment and hardware manufacturers shall have a minimum of 3 years experience in the manufacturing, assembly, and factory testing of components which comply with TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.2 and TIA/EIA-568-B.3.

1.6.3 Test Plan

1.6.3.1 Provide a complete detailed test plan for the telecommunications cabling system including a complete list of test equipment for the UTP, optical fiber components, and accessories 60 days prior to the proposed test date. Include procedures for certification, validation, and testing.

1.6.4 Regulatory Requirements

1.6.4.1 In each of the publications referred to herein, consider the advisory provisions to be mandatory, as though the word, "shall" had been substituted for "should" wherever it appears. Interpret references in these publications to the "authority having jurisdiction," or words of similar meaning, to mean the Contracting Officer. Equipment, materials, installation, and workmanship shall be in accordance with the mandatory and advisory provisions of NFPA 70 unless more stringent requirements are specified or indicated.

1.6.5 Standard Products

1.6.5.1 Provide materials and equipment that are products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of such products which are of equal material, design and workmanship. Products shall have been in satisfactory commercial or industrial use for 2 years prior to bid opening. The 2-year period shall include applications of equipment and materials under similar circumstances and of similar size. The product shall have been on sale on the commercial market through advertisements, manufacturers' catalogs, or brochures during the 2-year period. Where two or more items of the same class of equipment are required, these items shall be products of a single manufacturer; however, the component parts of the item need not be the products of the same manufacturer unless stated in this section.

1.6.5.2 Alternative Qualifications

a. Products having less than a 2-year field service record will be acceptable if a certified record of satisfactory field operation for not less than 6000 hours, exclusive of the manufacturers' factory or laboratory tests, is furnished.

1.6.5.3 Material and Equipment Manufacturing Date

a. Products manufactured more than 3 years prior to date of delivery to site shall not be used, unless specified otherwise.

1.7 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

1.7.1 Provide protection from weather, moisture, extreme heat and cold, dirt, dust, and other contaminants for telecommunications cabling and equipment placed in storage.

1.8 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

1.8.1 Connecting hardware shall be rated for operation under ambient conditions of 32 to 140 degrees F and in the range of 0 to 95 percent relative humidity, noncondensing.

1.9 WARRANTY

1.9.1 The equipment items shall be supported by service organizations which are reasonably convenient to the equipment installation in order to render satisfactory service to the equipment on a regular and emergency basis during the warranty period of the contract.

1.10 MAINTENANCE

1.10.1 Operation and Maintenance Manuals

1.10.1.1 Commercial off the shelf manuals shall be furnished for operation, installation, configuration, and maintenance of products provided as a part of the telecommunications cabling and pathway system. Submit operations and maintenance data in accordance with Section 01 78 23, Operation and Maintenance Data and as specified herein not later than 1 month prior to the date of beneficial occupancy. In addition to requirements of Data package 5, include the requirements of paragraphs TELECOMMUNICATIONS DRAWINGS, TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPACE DRAWINGS, and RECORD DOCUMENTATION.

1.10.2 Record Documentation

1.10.2.1 Provide T5 drawings including documentation on cables and termination hardware in accordance with TIA/EIA-606-A. T5 drawings shall include schedules to show information for cut-overs and cable plant management, patch panel layouts and cover plate assignments, cross-connect information and connecting terminal layout as a minimum. T5 drawings shall be provided in hard copy format. Provide the following T5 drawing documentation as a minimum:

a. Cables - A record of installed cable shall be provided in accordance with TIA/EIA-606-A. The cable records shall include the required data fields for each cable and complete end-to-end circuit report for each complete circuit from the assigned outlet to the entry facility in accordance with TIA/EIA-606-A. Include manufacture date of cable with submittal.

b. Termination Hardware - A record of installed patch panels, cross-connect points, distribution frames, terminating block arrangements and type, and outlets shall be provided in accordance with TIA/EIA-606-A. Documentation shall include the required data fields as a minimum in accordance with TIA/EIA-606-A.

1.10.3 Spare Parts

1.10.3.1 In addition to the requirements of Section 01 78 23, Operation and Maintenance Data, provide a complete list of parts and supplies, with current unit prices and source of supply, and a list of spare parts recommended for stocking.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 COMPONENTS

2.1.1 UL or third party certified. Where equipment or materials are specified to conform to industry and technical society reference standards of the organizations, submit proof of such compliance. The label or listing by the specified organization will be acceptable evidence of compliance. In lieu of the label or listing, submit a certificate from an independent testing organization, competent to perform testing, and approved by the Contracting Officer. The certificate shall state that the item has been tested in accordance with the specified organization's test methods and that the item complies with the specified organization's reference standard. Provide a complete system of telecommunications cabling and pathway components using star topology. Provide support structures and pathways, complete with outlets, cables, connecting hardware and telecommunications cabinets/racks. Cabling and interconnecting hardware and components for telecommunications systems shall be UL listed or third party independent testing laboratory certified, and shall comply with NFPA 70 and conform to the requirements specified herein.

2.2 TELECOMMUNICATIONS PATHWAY

2.2.1 Provide telecommunications pathways in accordance with TIA/EIA-569-A and as specified in Section 26 20 00 Interior Distribution System. Provide system furniture pathways in accordance with UL 1286.

2.3 TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING

2.3.1 Cabling shall be UL listed for the application and shall comply with TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.2, TIA/EIA-568-B.3 and NFPA 70. Provide a labeling system for cabling as required by TIA/EIA-606-A and UL 969. Ship cable on reels or in boxes bearing manufacture date for UTP in accordance with ICEA S-90-661 and optical fiber cables in accordance with ICEA S-83-596 for all cable used on this project. Cabling manufactured more than 12 months prior to date of installation shall not be used.

2.3.2 Backbone Cabling

2.3.2.1 Backbone Copper

a. ICEA S-90-661, TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.2, NEMA WC 63.1 NEMA WC 66 and UL 444, copper backbone cable shall be solid conductor, 22 AWG, 100 ohm, 25-pair UTP (Unshielded twisted pair), covered with a gray thermoplastic jacket. Cable shall be listed for Category 3, Category 5e or Category 6 as indicated. Cable shall be imprinted with manufacturers name or identifier, flammability rating, gauge of conductor, transmission performance rating (category designation) at regular intervals not to exceed 2 feet. The word "FEET" or the abbreviation "FT" shall appear after each length marking. Provide communications plenum (CMP) or communications riser (CMR) rated cabling in accordance with NFPA 70. Type CMP may be substituted for type CMR in accordance with NFPA 70. Color coding shall comply with industry standards for 25 pair cables.

2.3.2.2 Backbone Optical Fiber

a. Provide in accordance with ICEA S-83-596, TIA/EIA-568-B.3, UL 1666 and NFPA 70. Cable shall be imprinted with fiber count, fiber type and aggregate length at regular intervals not to exceed 40 inches. Hybrid fiber optic cable marking shall comply with TIA/EIA-598-B.

b. TIA-492AAAA-A, multimode, 62.5/125-um diameter, 0.275 numerical aperture, TIA-492AAAB, multimode, 50/125-um diameter, 0.275 numerical aperture and TIA-492CAAA, single-mode, 8/125-um diameter, 0.10 numerical aperture, tight buffered fiber optic cable. Provide a multistrand hybrid cable bundled with the indicated multimode and single-mode fiber optic units. Provide nonconductive optical fiber plenum cable (OFNP), and nonconductive optical fiber riser cable (OFNR) rated cable in accordance with NFPA 70 and UL 910. Type OFNP or OFNR may be substituted for type OFN or OFNG and type OFNP may be substituted for type OFNR in accordance with NFPA 70. The cable cordage jacket, fiber, unit, and group color shall be in accordance with TIA/EIA-598-B.

2.3.3 Horizontal Cabling

2.3.3.1 Provide horizontal cable in compliance with NFPA 70 and performance characteristics in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.1.

2.3.3.2 Horizontal Copper

a. Provide horizontal copper cable in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.2, UL 444, NEMA WC 63.1 NEMA WC 66, ICEA S-90-661 UTP (unshielded twisted pair), 100 ohm. Provide four each individually twisted pair, 24 AWG conductors, Category 5e or Category 6 as indicated, with a colored thermoplastic jacket, blue for voice and white for data. Cable shall be imprinted with manufacturers name or identifier, flammability rating, gauge of conductor, transmission performance rating (category designation) at regular intervals not to exceed 2 feet. The word "FEET" or the abbreviation "FT" shall appear after each length marking. Provide communications plenum (CMP) or communications riser (CMR) rated cabling in accordance with NFPA 70. Type CMP may be substituted for type CMR in accordance with NFPA 70.

2.3.3.3 Horizontal Optical Fiber

a. Provide optical fiber horizontal cable in accordance with ICEA S-83-596, TIA/EIA-568-B.3 and TIA-492AAAA-A, multimode, 62.5/125-um diameter, 0.275 numerical aperture, TIA-492AAAB, multimode, 50/125-um diameter, 0.275 numerical aperture TIA-492CAAA, single-mode, 8/125-um diameter, 0.10 numerical aperture, tight buffered fiber optic cables. Cable shall be imprinted with manufacturer, flammability rating and fiber count at regular intervals not to exceed 40 inches. Provide nonconductive optical fiber riser cable (OFNR) or nonconductive optical fiber plenum cable (OFNP) in accordance with NFPA 70. Type OFNP may be substituted for type OFNR in accordance with NFPA 70. The cable jacket shall be of single jacket construction with color coding of cordage jacket, fiber, unit, and group in accordance with TIA/EIA-598-B.

2.3.4 Work Area Cabling

2.3.4.1 Work Area Copper

a. Provide work area copper cable in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.2, with a colored thermoplastic jacket, blue for voice, white for data.

2.3.4.2 Work Area Optical Fiber

a. Provide optical work area cable in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.3.

2.4 TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPACES

Provide connecting hardware and termination equipment in the telecommunications entrance facility and telecommunication equipment rooms to facilitate installation as shown on design drawings for terminating and cross-connecting permanent cabling. Provide telecommunications interconnecting hardware color coding in accordance with TIA/EIA-606-A.

2.4.1 Backboards

2.4.1.1 Provide void-free, interior grade plywood 3/4 inch thick (4 by 8 feet) around the perimeter of the room, as indicated. Backboards shall be fire rated. Backboards shall be provided on a minimum of two walls in the telecommunication spaces. Do not cover the fire stamp on the backboard.

2.4.2 Equipment Support Frame

2.4.2.1 Provide as indicated in accordance with CEA-310-E and UL 50.

a. Bracket, wall-mounted, 8 gauge aluminum. Provide hinged bracket compatible with 19 inch panel mounting.

b. Racks, floor mounted modular type, 11 gauge aluminum construction, minimum, treated to resist corrosion. Provide rack with vertical and horizontal cable management channels, top and bottom cable troughs, grounding lug and a surge protected power strip with 6 duplex 20 amp receptacles. Rack shall be compatible with 19 inch panel mounting.

c. Cabinets, freestanding modular type, 16 gauge steel construction, minimum, treated to resist corrosion. Cabinet shall have removable and lockable side panels, front and rear doors, and have adjustable feet for leveling. Cabinet shall be vented in the roof and rear door. Cabinet shall have cable access in the roof and base and be compatible with 19 inch panel mounting. Provide cabinet with grounding bar, roof mounted 550 CFM fan with filter and a surge protected power strip with 6 duplex 20 amp receptacles. All cabinets shall be keyed alike.

d. Cabinets, wall-mounted modular type, 16 gauge steel construction, minimum, treated to resist corrosion. Cabinet shall have lockable front and rear doors, louvered side panels, 250 CFM roof mounted fan, ground lug, and top and bottom cable access. Cabinet shall be compatible with 19 inch panel mounting. All cabinets shall be keyed alike. A duplex AC outlet surge protected power strip with 6 duplex 20 amp receptacles shall be provided within the cabinet.

e. All brackets, racks and cabinets shall be equipped with vertical and horizontal wire management.

2.4.3 Connector Blocks

2.4.3.1 Provide insulation displacement connector (IDC) Type 110 for Category 5e and higher systems, unless otherwise required by specific Base/Post. Provide blocks for the number of horizontal and backbone cables terminated on the block plus 25 percent spare.

2.4.4 Wire Managers

2.4.4.1 Provide wire managers specifically manufactured for the purpose of routing cables, wires and patch cords horizontally and vertically on 19 inch equipment racks, cabinets and telecommunications backboards. Wire managers of ring or bracket type devices for horizontal cable management and individually mounted for vertical cable management. Mount wire managers with screws, and or nuts and lockwashers.

2.4.5 Patch Panels

Provide ports for the number of horizontal and backbone cables terminated on the panel plus 25 percent spare. Provide pre-connectorized optical fiber and copper patch cords for patch panels. Provide patch cords, as complete assemblies, with matching connectors as specified. Provide fiber optic patch cables with crossover orientation in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.3. Patch cords shall meet minimum performance requirements specified in TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.2 and TIA/EIA-568-B.3 for cables, cable length and hardware specified.

2.4.5.1 Modular to 110 Block Patch Panel

a. Provide in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.1 and TIA/EIA-568-B.2. Panels shall be third party verified and shall comply with EIA/TIA Category 5e and Category 6 requirements as indicated. Panel shall be constructed of 0.09 inch minimum aluminum and shall be cabinet, rack, or wall mounted as indicated and compatible with a CEA-310-E 19 inch equipment. Panel shall provide 48 non-keyed, 8-pin modular ports, wired to T568A or T568B as indicated. Patch panels shall terminate the building cabling on Type 110 IDCs and shall utilize a printed circuit board interface. The rear of each panel shall have incoming cable strain-relief and routing guides. Panels shall have each port factory numbered and be equipped with laminated plastic nameplates above each port.

2.4.5.2 Fiber Optic Patch Panel

a. Provide panel for maintenance and cross-connecting of optical fiber cables. Panel shall be constructed of 16 gauge steel or 11 gauge minimum aluminum and shall be cabinet, rack, or wall as indicated, mounted and compatible with a CEA-310-E (19 inch) equipment rack. Each panel shall provide multimode and single-mode adapters as indicated. Provide duplex SC in accordance with TIA/EIA-604-3A with zirconia ceramic MT-RJ in accordance with TIA/EIA-604-12 with thermoplastic or ST in accordance with TIA/EIA-604-2 with metallic alignment sleeves as indicated. Provide dust cover for unused adapters. The rear of each panel shall have a cable management tray a minimum of 8 inches deep with removable cover, incoming cable strain-relief and routing guides. Panels shall have each adapter factory numbered and be equipped with laminated plastic nameplates above each adapter.

2.4.6 Optical Fiber Distribution Panel

2.4.6.1 Cabinet, Rack or Wall mounted as indicated optical fiber distribution panel (OFDP) shall be constructed in accordance with CEA-310-E utilizing 16 gauge steel or 11 gauge aluminum minimum. Panel shall be divided into two sections, distribution and user. Distribution section shall have strain relief, routing guides, splice tray and shall be lockable, user section shall have a cover for patch cord protection. Each panel shall provide multimode and single-mode pigtails and adapters. Provide adapters as duplex SC with zirconia ceramic MT-RJ with thermoplastic or ST with metallic alignment sleeves as indicated. Provide dust covers for adapters. Provide patch cords as specified in the paragraph PATCH PANELS.

2.5 TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTLET/CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES

2.5.1 Outlet/Connector Copper

2.5.1.1 Outlet/connectors shall comply with FCC Part 68EIA TIA/EIA-568-B.1, and TIA/EIA-568-B.2. UTP outlet/connectors shall be UL 1863 listed, non-keyed, keyed as indicated, 8-pin modular, constructed of high impact rated thermoplastic housing and shall be third party verified and shall comply with TIA/EIA-568-B.2 Category 5e and Category 6 requirements. Outlet/connectors provided for UTP cabling shall meet or exceed the requirements for the cable provided. Outlet/connectors shall be terminated using a Type 110 IDC PC board connector, color-coded for both T568A and T568B wiring. Each outlet/connector shall be wired T568A or T568B as indicated. UTP outlet/connectors shall comply with TIA/EIA-568-B.2 for 200 mating cycles. UTP outlet/connectors installed in outdoor or marine environments shall be jell-filled type containing an anti-corrosive, memory retaining compound.

2.5.2 Optical Fiber Adapters

2.5.2.1 Provide optical fiber adapters suitable for duplex SC in accordance with TIA/EIA-604-3A with zirconia ceramic alignment sleeves, MT-RJ in accordance with TIA/EIA-604-12 with thermoplastic alignment sleeves, and ST in accordance with TIA/EIA-604-2 with metallic alignment sleeves as indicated. Provide dust cover for adapters. Optical fiber adapters shall comply with TIA-455-21-A for 500 mating cycles.

2.5.3 Optical Fiber Connectors

2.5.3.1 Provide in accordance with TIA-455-21-A. Optical fiber connectors shall be duplex SC in accordance with TIA/EIA-604-3A with zirconia ceramic, MT-RJ in accordance with TIA/EIA-604-12 with thermoplastic or ST in accordance with TIA/EIA-604-2 with metallic ferrule, epoxyless crimp style compatible with 62.5/125, 50/125 multimode or 8/125 single-mode fiber as indicated. The connectors shall provide a maximum attenuation of 0.3 dB @ 850, 1300, 1310, 1550 nm as applicable with less than a 0.2 dB change after 500 mating cycles.

2.5.4 Cover Plates

2.5.4.1 Telecommunications cover plates shall comply with UL 514C, and TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.2, TIA/EIA-568-B.3; flush design constructed of the same material and color to match the receptacle/switch cover plates specified in Section 26 20 00 Interior Distribution Systems. Provide labeling in accordance with the paragraph LABELING in this section.

2.6 MULTI-USER TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTLET ASSEMBLY (MUTOA)

2.6.1 Provide MUTOA(s) in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.1.

2.7 TERMINAL CABINETS

2.7.1 Construct of zinc-coated sheet steel, as indicated. Trim shall be fitted with hinged door and locking latch. Doors shall be maximum size openings to box interiors. Boxes shall be provided with 5/8 inch backboard with two-coat varnish finish. Match trim, hardware, doors, and finishes with panelboards. Provide label and identification systems for telecommunications wiring and components consistent with TIA/EIA-606-A.

2.8 GROUNDING AND BONDING PRODUCTS

2.8.1 Provide in accordance with UL 467, TIA J-STD-607-A, and NFPA 70. Components shall be identified as required by TIA/EIA-606-A. Provide ground rods, bonding conductors, and grounding busbars as specified in Section 26 20 00, Interior Distribution System.

2.9 FIRESTOPPING MATERIAL

2.9.1 Provide as specified in Section 07 84 00, Firestopping.

2.10 MANUFACTURER'S NAMEPLATE

2.10.1 Each item of equipment shall have a nameplate bearing the manufacturer's name, address, model number, and serial number securely affixed in a conspicuous place; the nameplate of the distributing agent will not be acceptable.

2.11 FIELD FABRICATED NAMEPLATES

2.11.1 ASTM D 709. Provide laminated plastic nameplates for each equipment enclosure, relay, switch, and device; as specified or as indicated on the drawings. Each nameplate inscription shall identify the function and, when applicable, the position. Nameplates shall be melamine plastic, 0.125 inch thick, white with black center core. Surface shall be matte finish. Corners shall be square. Accurately align lettering and engrave into the core. Minimum size of nameplates shall be one by 2.5 inches. Lettering shall be a minimum of 0.25 inch high normal block style.

2.12 TESTS, INSPECTIONS, AND VERIFICATIONS

2.12.1 Factory Reel Tests

2.12.1.1 Provide documentation of the testing and verification actions taken by manufacturer to confirm compliance with TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.3, TIA-526-7 for single mode optical fiber, and TIA-526-14-A for multimode optical fiber cables.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

Install telecommunications cabling and pathway systems, including the horizontal and backbone cable, pathway systems, telecommunications outlet/connector assemblies, and associated hardware in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.2, TIA/EIA-568-B.3, TIA/EIA-569-A, NFPA 70, and UL standards as applicable. Provide cabling in a star topology network. Pathways and outlet boxes shall be installed as specified in Section 26 20 00 Interior Distribution System. Install telecommunications cabling with copper media in accordance with the following criteria to avoid potential electromagnetic interference between power and telecommunications equipment. The interference ceiling shall not exceed 3.0 volts per meter measured over the usable bandwidth of the telecommunications cabling. Cabling shall be run with horizontal and vertical cable guides in telecommunications spaces with terminating hardware and interconnection equipment.

3.1.1 Cabling

Install Category 5e UTP, Category 6 UTP, and optical fiber telecommunications cabling system as detailed in TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.2, TIA/EIA-568-B.3 and TIA-570-B for residential cabling. Screw terminals shall not be used except where specifically indicated on plans. Use an approved insulation displacement connection (IDC) tool kit for copper cable terminations. Do not untwist UTP cables more than 1/2 inch from the point of termination to maintain cable geometry. Provide service loop on each end of the cable, 10 feet in the telecommunications room, and 12 inches in the work area outlet. Do not exceed manufacturers' cable pull tensions for copper and optical fiber cables. Provide a device to monitor cable pull tensions. Do not exceed 25 pounds pull tension for four pair copper cables. Do not chafe or damage outer jacket materials. Use only lubricants approved by cable manufacturer. Do not over cinch cables, or crush cables with staples. For UTP cable, bend radii shall not be less than four times the cable diameter. Cables shall be terminated; no cable shall contain unterminated elements. Cables shall not be spliced. Label cabling in accordance with paragraph LABELING in this section.

3.1.1.1 Open Cable

a. Use only where specifically indicated on plans for use in cable trays, or below raised floors. Install in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.2 and TIA/EIA-568-B.3. Do not exceed cable pull tensions recommended by the manufacturer. Copper cable not in a wireway or pathway shall be suspended a minimum 8 inches above ceilings by cable supports no greater than 60 inches apart. Cable shall not be run through structural members or in contact with pipes, ducts, or other potentially damaging items. Placement of cable parallel to power conductors shall be avoided, if possible; a minimum separation of 12 inches shall be maintained when such placement cannot be avoided.

(1) Plenum cable shall be used where open cables are routed through plenum areas. Cable routed exposed under raised floors shall be plenum rated. Plenum cables shall comply with flammability plenum requirements of NFPA 70. Install cabling after the flooring system has been installed in raised floor areas.

3.1.1.2 Backbone Cable

a. Copper Backbone Cable. Install intrabuilding backbone copper cable, in indicated pathways, between the campus distributor, located in the telecommunications entrance facility or room, the building distributors and the floor distributors located in telecommunications rooms and telecommunications equipment rooms as indicated on drawings.

b. Optical fiber Backbone Cable. Install intrabuilding backbone optical fiber in indicated pathways. Do not exceed manufacturer's recommended bending radii and pull tension. Prepare cable for pulling by cutting outer jacket 10 inches leaving strength members exposed for approximately 10 inches. Twist strength members together and attach to pulling eye. Vertical cable support intervals shall be in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.

3.1.1.3 Horizontal Cabling

a. Install horizontal cabling as indicated on drawings between the campus distributor, building distributors, floor distributors, MUTOAs and the telecommunications outlet assemblies at workstations.

3.1.2 Pathway Installations

3.1.2.1 Provide in accordance with TIA/EIA-569-A and NFPA 70. Provide building pathway as specified in Section 26 20 00, Interior Distribution Systems.

3.1.3 Service Entrance Conduit, Overhead

3.1.3.1 Provide service entrance overhead as specified in Section 26 20 00 Interior Distribution Systems.

3.1.4 Service Entrance Conduit, Underground

3.1.4.1 Provide service entrance underground as specified in Section 26 20 00 Interior Distribution Systems.

3.1.5 Cable Tray Installation

3.1.5.1 Install cable tray as specified in Section 26 20 00 Interior Distribution Systems. Only CMP and OFNP type cable shall be installed in a plenum.

3.1.6 Work Area Outlets

3.1.6.1 Terminations

a. Terminate UTP cable in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.2 and wiring configuration as specified. Terminate fiber optic cables in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.3

3.1.6.2 Cover Plates

a. As a minimum, each outlet/connector shall be labeled as to its function and a unique number to identify cable link in accordance with the paragraph LABELING in this section.

3.1.6.3 Cables

a. Unshielded twisted pair and fiber optic cables shall have a minimum of 12 inches of slack cable loosely coiled into the telecommunications outlet boxes. Minimum manufacturer's bend radius for each type of cable shall not be exceeded.

3.1.6.4 Pull Cords

a. Pull cords shall be installed in conduit serving telecommunications outlets that do not have cable installed.

3.1.6.5 Multi-User Telecommunications Outlet Assembly (MUTOA)

a. Run horizontal cable in the ceiling or underneath the floor and terminate each cable on a MUTOA in each individual zone. MUTOAs shall not be located in ceiling spaces, or any obstructed area. MUTOAs shall not be installed in furniture unless that unit of furniture is permanently secured to the building structure. MUTOAs shall be located in an open work area so that each furniture cluster is served by at least one MUTOA. The MUTOA shall be limited to serving a maximum of twelve work areas. Maximum work area cable length requirements shall also be taken into account. MUTOAs must be labeled to include the maximum length of work area cables. MUTOA labeling is in addition to the labeling described in TIA/EIA-606-A, or other applicable cabling administration standards. Work area cables extending from the MUTOA to the work area device must also be uniquely identified and labeled.

3.1.7 Telecommunications Space Termination

Install termination hardware required for Category 5e, Category 6 and optical fiber system. An insulation displacement tool shall be used for terminating copper cable to insulation displacement connectors.

3.1.7.1 Connector Blocks

a. Connector blocks shall be cabinet, rack, or wall mounted as indicated in orderly rows and columns. Adequate vertical and horizontal wire routing areas shall be provided between groups of blocks. Install in accordance with industry standard wire routing guides in accordance with TIA/EIA-569-A.

3.1.7.2 Patch Panels

a. Patch panels shall be mounted in equipment cabinets, racks or on the plywood backboard as indicated with sufficient ports to accommodate the installed cable plant plus 25 percent spares.

(1) Copper Patch Panel. Copper cable entering a patch panel shall be secured to the panel with cable ties to prevent movement of the able.

(2) Fiber Optic Patch Panel. Fiber optic cable loop shall be 3 feet in length. The outer jacket of each cable entering a patch panel shall be secured to the panel to prevent movement of the fibers within the panel, using clamps or brackets specifically manufactured for that purpose.

3.1.7.3 Equipment Support Frames

a. Install in accordance with TIA/EIA-569-A:

(1) Bracket, wall mounted. Mount bracket to plywood backboard in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Mount rack so height of highest panel does not exceed 78 inches above floor.

(2) Racks, floor mounted modular type. Permanently anchor rack to the floor in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.

(3) Cabinets, freestanding modular type. When cabinets are connected together, remove adjoining side panels for cable routing between cabinets. Mount rack mounted fan in roof of cabinet.

(4) Cabinets, wall-mounted modular type. Mount cabinet to plywood backboard in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Mount cabinet so height of highest panel does not exceed 78 inches above floor.

3.1.8 Electrical Penetrations

3.1.8.1 Seal openings around electrical penetrations through fire resistance-rated wall, partitions, floors, or ceilings as specified in Section 07 84 00, Firestopping.

3.1.9 Grounding and Bonding

3.1.9.1 Provide in accordance with TIA J-STD-607-A, NFPA 70 and as specified in Section 26 20 00 Interior Distribution Systems.

3.2 LABELING

3.2.1 Labels

3.2.1.1 Provide labeling in accordance with TIA/EIA-606-A. Handwritten labeling is unacceptable. Stenciled lettering for voice and data circuits shall be provided using thermal ink transfer process or laser printer.

3.2.2 Cable

3.2.2.1 Cables shall be labeled using color labels on both ends with identifiers in accordance with TIA/EIA-606-A.

3.2.3 Termination Hardware

3.2.3.1 Workstation outlets and patch panel connections shall be labeled using color coded labels with identifiers in accordance with TIA/EIA-606-A.

3.3 FIELD APPLIED PAINTING

3.3.1 Paint electrical equipment as required to match finish of adjacent surfaces or to meet the indicated or specified safety criteria. Painting shall be as specified in Section 09 90 00 Paints and Coatings.

3.4 FIELD FABRICATED NAMEPLATE MOUNTING

3.4.1 Provide number, location, and letter designation of nameplates as indicated. Fasten nameplates to the device with a minimum of two sheet-metal screws or two rivets.

3.5 TESTING

3.5.1 Telecommunications Cabling Testing

Perform telecommunications cabling inspection, verification, and performance tests in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.2, TIA/EIA-568-B.3. Perform optical fiber field inspection tests via attenuation measurements on factory reels and provide results along with manufacturer certification for factory reel tests. Remove failed cable reels from project site upon attenuation test failure.

3.5.1.1 Inspection

a. Visually inspect UTP and optical fiber jacket materials for UL or third party certification markings. Inspect cabling terminations in telecommunications rooms and at workstations to confirm color code for T568A or T568B pin assignments, and inspect cabling connections to confirm compliance with TIA/EIA-568-B.1, TIA/EIA-568-B.2, TIA/EIA-568-B.3, and TIA-570-B for residential cabling. Visually confirm Category 5e, and Category 6, marking of outlets, cover plates, outlet/connectors, and patch panels.

3.5.1.2 Verification Tests

a. UTP backbone copper cabling shall be tested for DC loop resistance, shorts, opens, intermittent faults, and polarity between conductors, and between conductors and shield, if cable has overall shield. Test operation of shorting bars in connection blocks. Test cables after termination but not cross-connected.

b. For multimode optical fiber, perform optical fiber end-to-end attenuation tests in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.3 and TIA-526-14-A using Method A, Optical Power Meter and Light Source for multimode optical fiber. For single-mode optical fiber, perform optical fiber end-to-end attenuation tests in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-B.3 and TIA-526-7 using Method A, Optical Power Meter and Light Source for single-mode optical fiber. Perform verification acceptance tests.

3.5.1.3 Performance Tests

a. Perform testing for each outlet and MUTOA as…