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Installing a Fiber Distribution Panel
You can use a fiber distribution panel to terminate connectorized pigtails from a fiber splice
tray and to provide fiber patch panel functionality for the equipment. The fiber distribution
panel is 1 RU high and installs on a 23-inch rack. The fiber distribution panel accepts up to
24 fiber bulkhead adapters (optional 12 or 24 equipped positions). The bulkhead adapters are
available with SC, LC, ST, or FC connectors.
To install a fiber distribution panel
1.
Unpack the fiber distribution panel from its shipping packaging.
2.
For panels equipped with SC-type adapters, apply the laser optical warning stickers to the
hinged front covers of the bulkhead adapters.
3.
Determine the mounting location for the fiber distribution panel.
Note:
The fiber distribution panel requires 1 RU of vertical space on a 23-inch rack.
Select a location with sufficient room to route fiber pigtails and jumpers to and from the
distribution panel without interfering with other equipment or components.
4.
Position the fiber distribution panel against rack in the identified location, with the
labeled side of the bulkhead adapters facing forward. Attach the distribution panel to the
rack using four supplied self-tapping screws.
5.
Connect fiber pigtails to the distribution panel as follows:
a.
Remove the dust caps from the rear bulkhead adapters.
b.
Route fiber pigtails from the splice tray(s) to the rear of the distribution panel. Dress
the pigtails as required.
c.
Insert the fiber pigtail connectors into any available adapter positions on the rear
panel.
6.
Connect fiber jumpers to the distribution panel as follows:
a.
Remove the rubber dust caps from the front bulkhead adapters, if present.
b.
Insert the fiber jumpers into any available adapter positions on the front panel.
