
Planning for Installation
Plexus 9000 Planning and Engineering Guide
Issue 5, January 24, 2003
Section 130-200-000
6-4 Telica,
Inc.
6.1.1 Introduction
This document contains the information required to plan for a Telica
Plexus 9000 installation, and provides a list of tools required for
installation and a checklist for planning. It includes the physical
dimensions of the unit, power, air conditioning and other environmental
requirements. It describes all equipment and cables necessary for
Plexus 9000 operation, which can be obtained from Telica if required.
The information is for all personnel involved in site planning and
preparation for the Plexus 9000 installation.
6.1.2
Location of Plexus 9000
The Plexus 9000 is designed for installation and operation in a central
office environment. The Plexus 9000 shelf is NEBS level 3 compliant for
central office equipment.
6.1.3 Building
Requirements
Standard telephony industry building requirements for equipment
installation should be used for the Plexus 9000. The room selected for
system installation should be large enough so that the system racks can be
at least 2.5 feet (76 cm) from the walls for front and rear access, and at
least 12 inches (31 cm) from the walls for side access.
In addition, 4-foot (1.2 meter) side aisles should be created to allow the
maneuvering of racks into place, and to provide ample workspace around
the system.
6.1.3.1 Earthquake
Resistance
All configurations should be designed to assure that the system remains
operational during and after an earthquake, even when the system is
located on the upper floors of a Class 4 central office.
6.1.3.2 Lighting
Adequate lighting must be provided in the room where the equipment will
be located. However, lighting fixtures must be far enough from the
equipment and cables to prevent heat damage, as well as to allow safe
access to equipment and cables.
6.1.3.3 Electrical
Outlets
The location where the Plexus 9000 will be installed must have an
adequate number of AC electrical outlets for tools and test equipment.