Providing External Optical Connections
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Providing External Optical Connections
Most traffic through the network element (NE) uses optical fibers. There are two
classes of traffic:
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Client side traffic is terminated within the site. Most of this traffic uses 850
nm or 1310 nm wavelengths. Single-mode (SM) or multimode (MM) fibers
may be used depending on the module type.
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Network side traffic will in most cases be terminated in another ADVA Opti-
cal Networking NE at a different site. For network traffic only SM fibers are
used.
Providing Client Side Connections
This section describes how to connect fiber-optic cables to the client ports of the
Network Element.
It is assumed that you are familiar with handling fiber-optic cables, and are
aware of the precautions that should be taken to avoid damage to them.
Procedure
This procedure describes how to connect client cables to the client ports of the
modules. For each client connection in the NE, connect the client cable as fol-
lows:
Procedure
Step 1
Read the installation plan and identify the first module in the first shelf
that has one or more client connections defined. See the individual
module description in the
Hardware Description
for the meanings of
the connector markings.
Step 2
Prepare the module as follows:
a) Remove the blind plugs from the relevant connectors.
b) Inspect the connectors for damage. If you find any damage, do
not use this connector. Contact ADVA Optical Networking Techni-
cal Support for assistance; do not attempt to repair it yourself.
Step 3
Select a cable pair of the correct type (according to your installation
plan).
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Note
Before connecting the fibers to the client equipment: Ensure that the
maximum power levels are not exceeded. For details refer to the
relevant module specification in the
Module and System
Specification
. Always measure channel module network port fiber
power using an optical power meter before connecting the fiber.