Infrastructure Services
Standards for the installation of
Telecommunication Networks
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Title
Standards for the Installation of Telecommunication Networks
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SK Cheng
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Date
2nd Feb 2016
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specifications section
Table of Contents
Standards for the Installation of Telecommunication Networks ....................................................... 5
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 5
Codes of Practice ................................................................................................................. 6
Overview .......................................................................................................................................... 6
Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 7
Cable installation ............................................................................................................................ 12
Network Equipment & Environment ............................................................................................... 13
Funding Matters ............................................................................................................................. 16
Foil Shielded Unshielded Twisted Pair (F/UTP) Class EA (Category 6A Shielded),
Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Class E (Category 6), Class D (Category 5E & 5) ..........17
Copper Telecommunications Structured Cabling .......................................................................... 17
Class EA (Cat 6A) Shielded Specific Cabling Requirements ........................................................ 21
Class E (Cat 6) Specific Cabling Requirements ............................................................................ 23
Class D (Cat 5e) & Augmented Cat 6 Specific Cabling Requirements ......................................... 24
Optical Fibre Cable .............................................................................................................25
Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 25
Telephones ..........................................................................................................................28
Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 28
NBN ......................................................................................................................................31
Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANS) ...........................................................................34
Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 34
Microwave / Radio LAN WAN Links ...................................................................................37
Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 37
Appendixes ..........................................................................................................................40
Appendix 1 – Standard Rack Layouts ............................................................................................ 40
Appendix 2 – Parts ......................................................................................................................... 49
Terms & Definitions ........................................................................................................................ 56
Standards for the Installation of Telecommunication Networks
Overview
Introduction
This document describes the Standards for the Installation of
Telecommunication Network cabling that is to be installed or modified at the
University of Melbourne. The objective of this document is to define a
universal and structured communications cable plant infrastructure. The goal
of such a cable plant is to accommodate all current and anticipated voice,
video and data systems with little or no modification, thus reducing
administration and maintenance resources.
This document provides design consultants with detailed requirements and
the minimum standards for use in the construction or remodelling of
buildings or facilities occupied by the University of Melbourne. It is expected
these requirements and standards will be incorporated into project
documents to ensure that the finished product meets the specific needs of
the University.
All cabling work within the University must comply with these standards in
addition to any other relevant Australasian and International standards.
Ownership
The department - Technology Management – Infrastructure Services of the
University Services division of The University of Melbourne is responsible for
the maintenance and content of these standards. Technology Management
is responsible for overseeing installation, maintenance and administration of
all campus telecommunications and network critical physical infrastructure.
This ensures that each building’s infrastructure is planned to support
adequate telecommunications rooms, ductwork, cabling and wiring within the
buildings, and cabling between buildings to support The University’s diverse
requirements for voice, data and wireless
Contacts
To maintain a consistent structured wiring system throughout all University
Campuses, Technology Management is the only entity authorized to approve
new communication cabling, both inside and between buildings. Any
proposed alteration to the cabling must be reported to Infrastructure Services
– Technology Management for approval.
All Network and Standards enquires can be made via the – Service Centre.
Phone : +(61 3) 8344 0888
https://unimelb.service-now.com/services/
Content Owner: Infrastructure Services – Networks and Telephony
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Codes of Practice
Overview
Introduction
All work performed under the scope of this specification shall conform to the
following codes and standards where applicable. When a conflict occurs, the
Communications Contractor is directed to follow the most stringent
requirements
Contents
This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic
Specifications
Cable Installation
Network Equipment & Environment
Funding Matters
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7
12
13
16
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Specifications
WARNING
When referring to the following University of Melbourne standards it is
essential that the latest revision be used.
The revision date of this document may be found on the cover page.
This Specification must be read in conjunction with Construction – Planning
& Delivery, Project Services (C-P&D) standards and polices. More
information about C-P&D standards and polices can be found at
https://staff.unimelb.edu.au/campus-maps-facilities/contractorguide?_ga=1.136775161.870467222.1448419896
Criteria
Conditions of
Contract &
Safety
There are two categories of criteria
If the criterion
is…
Mandatory
The words…
Advisory
Should, May or
desirable
Conditions
Standards
Compliance
Letting of
Contracts
Hazard
Assessment
Shall or shall not
Have been used and this
usually applies to…
protection, performance,
administration and compatibility
and they specify the absolute
minimum acceptable
requirements
Enhancing the performance and
usability of the cabling
infrastructure.
Description
Adherence to this Standard by cabling installation
contractors is a condition of contract. These Standards
are an appendix of the Project Management and
Design Standards as issued by the C-P&D
The Technology Management section of Infrastructure
Services (hereafter referred to in this document as
‘Technology Management’) provides a network
specification and design service. Contracts for
structured cabling systems and/or other minor works
shall be let solely by C-P&D. Contracts would be let and
managed at the request of the relevant department or
faculty.
Contractors working on campus must appear on the CP&D maintained list of inducted contractors. This
requirement applies to all levels of sub-contract.
Contracts for cabling work shall only be let if a Part 6
audit has been carried out. Areas that have an audit,
and have not been subjected to the installation or
modification of other services during the currency of the
audit are exempt from this requirement. The audit shall
include hazardous materials (including asbestos) and
environments (including electrical shock hazard and
confined spaces). The Part 6 audit shall be carried out
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Contractor
Induction
Approved
LAN designs
by a qualified hygienist at the expense of the requesting
department or project. Contractors wishing to establish
the existence of a part 6 audit for a given area may do
so through C-P&D
In the event that a contractor encounters an
electrical power cable that represents an obstacle
or hazard, the contractor (or agent) shall contact
the C-P&D Project Manager for a safe resolution to
the problem.
All contractors undertaking voice/data cabling work on
University premises shall attended a Special Conditions
of Contract induction session, held by C-P&D.
All building LAN cabling designs shall be approved by Technology
Management.
A copy of the tender specification, schematic and/or floor plan shall be
submitted to Technology Management for approval prior to the issuing of
documents for tender.
Any cabling installation that does not comply with this Standard may not be
connected to the University network infrastructure
Workmanship
All internal and external cabling installations shall be made using the highest
practical standard of workmanship, matching with the enduring and worldclass nature of the University.
IT
Sustainability
All Data and Network installations shall consider the environment. Installers
are to indicate what environmentally aware products and methodology are
included in their contract and work practices
Aesthetics
All cabling installations shall be compliant with University aesthetic
requirements. These requirements fall into the following categories:
1. General Access Areas
All teaching spaces (Theatres, Common Learning Spaces, Classrooms,
Tutorial Rooms, etc.), offices, corridors/foyers and toilets.



Within the confines of general access areas, cabling shall be concealed
within wall and/or ceiling cavities wherever possible. Access hatches
need to be provided.
In cases where such concealment is not possible, surface mounted duct
fitted with a removable lid shall be supplied. Samples of the proposed
duct shall be submitted to the C-P&D Project Manager for final approval
prior to commencement of work on site.
Ductwork is to be located on the wall or ceiling as high as possible. In
circumstances where a continuous duct plane cannot be achieved due to
existing structure or services, the appropriate duct height shall be
determined on site by the C-P&D Project Manager.
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

Horizontal ducting runs to desktop outlet(s) shall be mounted either at
skirting level or immediately above the workstation surface. In cases
where GPO's are mounted above the workstation, consideration should
be given to the distance between the GPO's and the workstation surface,
in relation to the possible use of plug-packs. In cases where duct is
mounted at skirting board level, the provision of penetrations in the
workstation surface to accommodate power and data leads
shall be made part of the design. Desks fitted with modesty panels shall
not be used in locations that obscure data or power outlets.
Allowance should be made by the contractor to specify PVC duct that
matches the colour of the supporting wall. Samples shall be submitted to
the C-P&D Project Manager for approval prior to commencement of work
on site. The use of Metal PVC duct and/or conduit shall be regarded as
an option of last resort.
2. Public Restricted Areas
Plant-rooms (basement, individual floor and roof), crawl spaces, undercrofts
and roof space voids.
Cabling in these areas shall be supported on hot-dipped galvanized tray.
Tray shall not be installed at a height less than 2100 mm above the
horizontal of the finished floor
3. Generic Workmanship
In circumstances where a cable route is required to traverse a construction
project in progress, the higher aesthetic standard/technique shall prevail
within that space.
Penetrations to walls, ceilings and floors shall be kept to a practical minimum
size. Any damage to the building fabric resulting from such penetrations shall
be made good as follows:
 No damage shall be visible beyond the confines of the duct or service
outlet boxes.
 The fabric shall be restored to the original standard, including colour
matching.
The contractor shall ensure that all areas surrounding the work area are kept
clear of all materials, dust and handprints through to the completion of works,
subject to the satisfaction of the C-P&D Project Manager
Subcontracting
In the case of cabling work being sub-contracted by the prime contractor, a
copy of this Standard shall be provided to the subcontractor by the prime
contractor. This requirement shall cover all levels of sub-contracting. Sub
contractors must also be inducted.
Notice of
Work
Prior to commencing any installation works, a minimum of 48 hours notice
shall be given to the designated C-P&D project manager who will contact
Technology Management and other relevant stakeholders that may be
impacted by the works.
Variations
Any variations to the issued job specification by the requesting Department
shall be referred for approval to the designated C-P&D Project Manager who
will contact Technology Management and other relevant stakeholders. The
University has no obligation to consider or approve requests for substitution
after award of contract.
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Site Access
Site access to any communications room shall be arranged with the
designated C-P&D Project Manager who will contact Technology
Management and other relevant stakeholders if required.
Site Enquires
Any questions regarding site conditions should be referred to the designated
C-P&D Project Manager who will contact Technology Management and other
relevant stakeholders if required
Certification
All Integrated Structured Cabling shall be carried out by:
 a current Panduit certified installer for Copper/UTP installations and
 an AFC certified installer for Fibre installations.
ACMA
Requirements
All cabling work on the University voice/data network shall be carried out by
personnel who are “Cabling Provider Rules” registered.
All cable and cabling products installed by the contractor (voice or data)
shall, as a minimum, comply with the relevant Australian Standards. These
include (but are not limited to) the following
Standard
AS/NZS3080:Current
Edition
AS3084:Current Edition
AS/NZS3085.1:Current
Edition
AS/NZS14763.3:Current
Edition
AS/NZS61935.1:Current
Edition
AS/ACIFS008:Current
Edition
AS/ACIFS009:Current
Edition
For
Telecommunications installations - Generic
cabling for commercial premises.
Telecommunications installations –
Telecommunications pathways and spaces
for commercial buildings
Telecommunications installations –
Administration of communications cabling
systems – Basic requirements.
Telecommunications installations Implementation and operation of customer
premises cabling - Testing of optical fibre
cabling
Testing of balanced communication cabling in
accordance with ISO/IEC 11801
Requirements for authorized cabling
products.
Installation requirements for customer cabling
(wiring rules).
The current edition shall be the last edition published up to one month prior
to the closing date of the Tender or Request For Quotation. Such
installations shall also meet all requirements as set out in this Standard.
Approved
Cabling
Product
Manufacturer
Structured
cable
installation
warranty
The University will only accept cabling and systems from the following
approved manufacturers.

Panduit International Ltd (Panduit) for Copper cabling

AFC Group Pty Ltd (AFC) for Fibre cabling.
All structured cabling installations shall be covered by a minimum of Twenty
Five (25) years warranty.
A contractor with full Panduit and/or AFC endorsement and certification for
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the cabling system tendered shall perform the work and shall provide the
signed Panduit or AFC System Certification and Warranty on completion.
Building LAN
Infrastructure
All new and additional building integrated voice/data/wireless cabling
installations shall be made using F/UTP/Optical fibre technology (see the
sections on Foil Shielded Unshielded Twisted Pair (F/UTP) Class EA
(Category 6A Shielded), Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Class E
(Category 6), Class D (Category 5E & 5) and Optical Fibre Cable). All
such installations shall include the provision of all patch and drop leads that
comprise the installation contract.
Documentation
The contractor will provide Technology Management with installation
documentation at the completion of the works, no less than three working
days prior to the cabling commissioning date. This requirement shall also
apply to each stage of a multi-staged project.
The documentation shall include the following:
Document
Floor plan
Purpose
illustrating outlet number and
location, consolidation point
(CP) location (where
applicable) and all major cable
routes
Scanner test
results
The scanner test results shall
have the fields pertaining to
building number and name,
department, floor number and
outlet number as prescribed by
these Standards filled
adequately.
Structured Cabling
Certification Documents
for cabling between buildings,
installations to illustrate
building penetrations, pit
locations, route followed,
MDFs
Panduit and/or
AFC
Cable route
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Format
CAD documents.
Documentation shall be
presented in electronic format
and comply with P&C CAD
standards document CAD
STANDARDS (latest revision
Native electronic format. Result
viewing software shall be made
available upon request of the
University.
CAD document, Shall be
presented in electronic copy,
route overlayed on University
CAD Diagrams, must comply
with C-P&D CAD standards
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Cable installation
General
All cable and cabling products (copper and fibre) that form part of a
voice/data cable installation shall be specified and installed only with the
approval of Technology Management.
In multi story installations, cables shall not be installed between floors except
via an approved communications cabling riser or duct. All fire-rating materials
removed for the installation of cables shall be replaced such that the original
fire rating is preserved.
In cases where adherence to the mandatory separation rules is problematic,
the data cables in question shall be housed in PVC conduit or duct over the
route length in dispute.
Non-terminated “future capacity” cables are not permitted on University
property, unless explicitly exempted. All installed cables on University
property shall be terminated at each end and documentation, labelling and
test results shall be provided. This applies to all permanently installed cable
types.
Between
buildings,
cable housing
Access:
All duct, pits, conduit and cable (optical fibre and copper) owned by the
University shall be regarded as University property. Access to such property
shall be made through formal agreement via the C-P&D Project Manager.
Installation:
All cables installed beyond building perimeters shall be enclosed/supported
as specified for the following environments:
Environment
Trenches
Tunnels
Pits
Building
external walls
Building
Penetration
Requirements
White PVC conduit with a minimum inside diameter of
100mm
Galvanized cable tray with a minimum size of 75mm
The minimum size shall be 'P5'. The pit shall be fitted
with a traffic-rated reinforced concrete lid, bearing a
nameplate
inscribed
"University
of
Melbourne
Communications". The pit shall be dimensioned such that
the cable manufacturer’s minimum bend radius
specification is not exceeded. A minimum of one pit per
100metres of conduit/duct shall be installed.
UV stabilized white PVC conduit. The use of exposed
tray is not permitted. External cabling shall only be
permitted with the express approval of the C-P&D Project
Manager
There Shall be two building penetrations to allow dual
redundancy.
At the time of installation, all new tray, duct and conduit shall be dimensioned
to provide a minimum of 50% expansion capability.
Cable
housing
within a
All cables installed within a building perimeter shall be contained or
supported as follows:
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building
Area
Communications
riser
Requirement
Galvanized cable tray or PVC duct.
Note: The use of catenary support is not permitted.
Floor penetrations made in concrete slabs as part of
a communications riser shall be sleeved with PVC
conduit (white). The sleeve shall be cut flush with the
surface of the slab or wall at each end
Exposed
 PVC duct or conduit.
areas(ceiling area  Galvanized tray may only be used in
or wall space)
communications closets/rooms and plant rooms.
Other areas may be exempted at the discretion of
Technology Management
Above
false
ceilings
Number of UTP
Support them with
cables
(suspended)
<= 24
A catenary wire or “J” Hook
> 24
galvanized tray s
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Under a floor
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Cable routes are to avoid close proximity (no less
than 300 mm) with fluorescent light fittings.
Cables are not permitted to be in contact with any
part of a false ceiling.
One or more tray or catenary wires shall be used
in all such areas. In circumstances where a
catenary cable is impractical due to inadequate
access and/or obstacles, PVC duct and/or hose
may be used instead.
Cables are not permitted to be in direct contact
with the lower surface of the under-floor space
Links between individual network equipment locations within a building shall
comprise a minimum of two data paths (three Category 6A F/UTP cables, or 6
cores of OS1 grade optical fibre).
Cabling
between
buildings
Dual Redundancy:
All buildings containing a building switch (a component of the University core
network infrastructure) shall be connected to the University core network via
two physically separate cable routes. These routes shall be designed to
ensure continued core network connectivity in the event of damage to any
one cable. The destinations of the two cable routes shall provide connection
to two disparate core network patching hubs.
Network Equipment & Environment
Equipment
The installation, removal or configuration of telecommunications
infrastructure equipment shall only be carried out by Technology
Management staff or nominated representatives.
Switches purchased under a building works program shall also include all
programming, staging, installation and three years software and hardware
maintenance.
All necessary networking equipment to enable outlets in building works shall
be funded by that project.
Information about current models for all networking equipment can be
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obtained from Technology Management.
Location
The location and housing of network equipment shall be clearly defined in the
project design documentation and have the approval of Technology
Management and the requesting department.
The construction of all communications locations shall comply with the
University “Computer and Network Accommodation Strategy” (CANAS).
Information
about
CANAS
can
be
obtained
from
https://staff.unimelb.edu.au/campus-maps-facilities/contractorguide?_ga=1.136775161.870467222.1448419896
Secure
Rooms or
Closets
If network switch equipment is to be located in a secure room or large closet,
such equipment shall be mounted in a 45 RU Panduit Open two or four post
Vertical rack with Patchrunner Cable Management. Two post racks shall be
secured to the closest wall at the top. Such bracing at the top of the rack may
form part of a field cable duct or tray.
Refer to Appendix A for Standard Rack Layout and part numbers
Cabinet
Details
Cabinets shall be only installed with the approval of Communications
Services. Perspex or glass panels are not permitted
Cabinet
Floor standing
Wall mounted
Cable Support
& Dressing in
Cabinets &
Racks
Requirements
Shall be located to provide a minimum of 650mm
clearance behind the cabinet and a minimum of 1
metre at the front of the cabinet. Typically 45RU racks
shall be installed
Shall be a maximum of 12 RU in height 450mm deep
and typically mounted on a rear swing mounted swing
frame. The mounting height shall be in accordance with
the relevant ACMA cabinets’ wall mount cabinet
regulation.
Suitably dimensioned cable tray or duct shall be installed to support
horizontal and vertical cables leading into all Open racks and cabinets.
Open racks shall be fitted with full height, front and rear, vertical cable
management ducts. Field and link cables shall be led into the rack via the
rear ducts.
Refer to Appendix A for Standard Rack Layout and part numbers
Note: All new Cable Management and Support Systems must be designed
with a Minimum of 50% Spare capacity when initially cabled
Electrical
Earthing and
Bonding
All data/communications racks and cabinets shall be connected to the
building protective earthing system, by means of an Individual 6mm2
grounding kit strap, tapped off a main run of overhead or underfloor earthing
of 16mm2.
A max of 10 Ohms shall be maintained to any and all racks/cabinets. Multiple
cabinet earthing shall not be connected in series.
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Individual Network equipment shall be connected to the earthing system by a
minimum 6mm2 grounding kit straps.
Equipment
Cooling
All data cabling and patching shall be routed to avoid disrupting the flow of
cooling air to and from any network devices, e.g. switches and servers.
In areas where a raised floor is used, i.e. data centres, cable entry from
below floor level shall be sealed by the use of adjustable “Cool Boots”.
Cabinet /
Rack
Identifier
Each cabinet and or rack within a communications room shall carry a unique
identification label. Racks will be sequentially numbered with a numeral (i.e.
Rack 1, Rack 2…).
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Funding Matters
Below are detailed procedures and principles for the funding of the
installation and maintenance of Data and Voice networks
Inclusive
Budgeting
Project
Impact on
Infrastructure
Any changes to Data and Voice networks, including those changes due to
refurbishment or relocation, which change capital and/or recurrent costs,
must be properly budgeted by the requesting department. Funding for
unplanned network changes is not budgeted by or available from
Infrastructure Services.
The capital and current year maintenance costs must then be included in the
project budget together with the costs associated with department systems.
The costs may include equipment, contractors, staff and project management
and inter or intra building cabling costs.
Project Managers must ensure that ongoing costs are clear, and that relevant
departments are advised to consider the matter in their budgets.
The Manager, Networks & Telephony, needs to be informed of potential
maintenance and support costs for future years so it can be budgeted and
requested accordingly.
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Foil Shielded Unshielded Twisted Pair (F/UTP) Class EA
(Category 6A Shielded), Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Class E
(Category 6), Class D (Category 5E & 5)
Copper Telecommunications Structured Cabling
Network
configuration
Constraints
All NEW Data links shall be comprised of a four pair Category 6A F/UTP cable and
connectors. Maximum link length – 90 metres, Maximum channel length - 100
metres, Maximum number of stations per segment – 1.
Installation
Standards
The cabling system shall include: all patch panels, horizontal cables, vertical cabling,
modular jacks, system cables, patch cables, drop-leads, cable management and
support systems, and a comprehensive labelling system.
The cable interconnecting a network outlet and a horizontal distribution panel or
patch panel shall be of one continuous length with no intermediate joins, splices or
taps.
Additions/repairs to existing Cat 5, 5E & 6 cabling shall be made using Class EA
(Cat 6A F/UTP).
Class D ( Cat 5E) & Class E (Cat 6) shall only be used with the specific approval of
Technology Management
Installation
Warranty
All new cabling installations shall include a minimum 25 year Panduit warranty. Such
warranted cabling systems shall cover the installed cabling and include all patch and
drop cables.
Note: All Horizontal Cable to be tested to “Permanent Link” parameters
Number of
outlets per
workspace
The following information represents a minimum requirement for the number of UTP
outlets that shall be installed in each type of workspace.
Workspace
General Staff or Post
Graduate
Office/Workspace
Number of Outlets
A minimum of one outlet shall be cabled to each
staff or postgraduate office or workspace. The
number of outlet shall be based on user
requirements.
Lecture
Theatre/Teaching
Space
A minimum of three outlets shall be provided
to each standard lectern. A minimum of two
outlets shall be provided for a “mini lectern”.
Network access via lectern outlets shall be
controlled by a security system approved by
Technology Management.
Tutorial/Seminar rooms shall be provided with a
minimum of two outlets.
Departmental Student
Computer Lab
Print/Photocopy/Fax
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Departmental computer labs shall have a minimum
of one outlet allocated per seating space
A minimum of one outlet shall be provided for
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Room or Location
Information Kiosks
Wireless access points
Plant Services Systems
(i.e. BAS / ARES)
Labelling





each networked device in each dedicated
printer/photocopy/fax room or location.
A minimum of one outlet shall be run to an
information kiosk
Two outlets shall be run to a wireless access
point.
A minimum of one outlet shall be run to plant
services system. Examples of such systems
include BAS, ARES, CCTV, DVRs
All cables and outlets must be labeled.
Labeling shall conform to AS 3085.1 Current Edition
The outlet plate shall have an integral Label holder and be fitted with a
permanent printed label and clear cover that depicts the unique outlet
identifier.
All cables shall be labeled at each end with the same identifier as the
outlet it services.
The standard field outlet identifier shall contain the following elements:
o Cabling zone identifier (Room Number)
o Rack Identifier (Single Digit)
o Patch panel identifier (A - Z) but exclude the letters “I” and “O”
o Patch panel jack identifier (1 - 24)
Examples of labeling in the field:
o 113-1-A-23 (Comms Room 113, Rack 1, Panel A, Outlet 23)
o G31-C-18 (Comms Room G3, Rack 1, Panel C, Outlet 18)
o B03-3-AA-16 (Comms Room B03, Rack 3, Panel AA Outlet 16)


Multi User
Telecommuni
cation Outlets
(MUTO)
Labelling in Data Centres will comply with the direction of the Manager,
Data Centers and Facilities.
Patch panels used to terminate integrated Data and Voice cables shall be
labeled according to this scheme with both Data and Voice cables
sharing the same numbering sequence.
Where specified in Site Specific Scope of Works, Multi User
Telecommunication Outlets (MUTO) shall be installed as “Permanent
Cabling’ from a Patch Panel to an End User Accessible location, i.e.
recessed floor box, modular furniture cluster or meeting room location.
MUTOs must not be mounted above ceilings.
Note: MUTOs are RJ45 Based, Telecommunication Outlets for direct
connection to terminal devices. Work area cord lengths are limited to a
maximum of 10 Metres.
The type of enclosure shall be either a Panduit Surface Mount or University
of Melbourne specified enclosure suitable for the location.
Cable
Installation
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Cable termination onto a horizontal distribution panel or patch panel shall
be undertaken in a manner that permits additional cables to be
terminated without unduly disturbing previously installed cables.
Angled patch panels shall be used in preference to flat panels. Where
Angled panels are not used, 1 RU of horizontal cable management shall
be used for each 48 Ports. The horizontal cable management panel/s
shall be dimensioned to accommodate no more than 24 patch leads.
All field cables shall be led through the rear cable management duct prior
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to termination on the patch panel jack.
Field outlets shall protect the minimum bend radius of the cables entering
the jack.
No more than 24 cables shall be cable tied in a bunch.
Precautions shall be observed to eliminate cable stress caused by
tension in suspended cable runs and tightly strapped bundles.
Cable bundles shall not rub on, or be unduly compressed against any
cable tray, equipment racking, or other cable support.
Cable bundles shall not obstruct the installation and removal of
equipment in equipment racks.
Where UTP or F/UTP cables are run parallel with electrical cables, the
current AS/ACIF S009: ACMA rules for minimum separation shall be
observed.
Where UTP cables are run in the proximity of electrical motors or
transformers the minimum separation shall be 1 metre. Separation from
Fluorescent Lighting shall be a minimum of 300mm.
Note: All Cabling shall be run in loose irregular bundles, to eliminate heat
build up that may occur when Power over Ethernet Equipment is used.
In situations where the above minimum distances cannot be applied due to a
lack of available space, data cables shall be enclosed in rigid and/or flexible
PVC conduit. In cases where the number of data cables renders conduit
impractical, PVC duct shall be used.
In cases where duct is interrupted by a wall, segregation of cables shall be
maintained through the wall, and throughout all cavities between the two
lengths of duct.
Testing
Prior to undertaking testing, all cables and outlets must be labelled according
to section on Labelling in this document.
100% of cabling shall be tested according to the standard for the installed
(see sections Class D Testing, Class E Testing & Class EA Testing) Testing
shall be carried out with building electrical services operating (lighting, power,
air-conditioning plant and lift services where applicable). Where this is not
practical, cable testing shall be carried out on all installed cables within the
project time frame.
At the discretion of Technology Management, further testing shall then be
carried out on not less than 10% of the total installed cable plant with all
electrical services operating. This test shall be carried out within one month
of the project schedule test. The cables selected for live condition testing
shall be selected from all patch panels installed. If this delayed testing is
required, the cabling installation shall be deemed incomplete, and payment
withheld pending the outcome of the delayed tests.
All tests shall be made using a Panduit Approved cable tester. Result viewing
software shall be made available upon the request of the University.
Test
observations
Technology Management reserves the right to observe the test procedure at
any time and to perform its own tests on the cable installation.
Structured
Cabling
Components
Patch Panel, Cable & Outlet Specification
 Patch panels, cable and voice/data outlets shall be an integral part of a
structured cabling system that is warranted by Panduit.
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“Velcro” style cable ties shall be used to secure UTP or F/UTP cables
Patch and Drop-lead Cables
 All patch and drop cables shall be Panduit certified to the class of cabling
being installed. Handmade patch and drop cables shall not be permitted.
Patch and drop cables from one category shall not be used in an
installation cabled to a differing category.
 The maximum length of a patch or drop-lead shall be 5 metres. Lead
lengths greater than 5 metres shall be specifically approved by
Technology Management.
 Patch and drop leads shall be colour coded according to the following
convention:
Service
Data / VoIP
Colour
Blue
Data cross over
Red
Wireless (Ethernet)
Purple
Aesthetics, (for aesthetics reasons)
NBN / Voice
Typically
White.
Yellow
Serial data
Green
Fire, Security, BAS
Orange
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Class EA (Cat 6A) Shielded Specific Cabling Requirements
Channel
Specification
The channel shall consist of Panduit cable, patch and drop cords and
connecting hardware meeting or exceeding the Class EA (Category 6A)
specification according to the AS 3080 standard. Pairs shall be terminated
according to the EIA/TIA T568 wiring scheme as described in the AS 3080
standard.
University of
Melbourne
Specific
Requirements
All new structured cabling installations shall be implemented using Panduit
Class EA (Cat 6A) Foil Shielded cable systems. Unshielded or partially
shielded cabling systems shall not be used.
Installation
Standard
All Class EA (Cat 6A) Foil Shielded structured cable systems shall be made
using products, cable and installation practices that comply with the AS
ACIF S009 and AS 3080 standards.
Testing
All installed cables shall be tested to the AS/NZS 61935-1 Class EA,
permanent link configuration. All marginal passes shall be treated as a failed
test.
Such tests shall be carried out using a Panduit approved Scanner with
appropriate personality module. Result viewing software shall be made
available upon request of the University.
Supplementary
installation
constraints
As a direct result of the critical nature of link and channel impedance
compliance in a Class EA (Cat 6A) Foil Shielded system, the following
supplementary installation constraints are mandatory:
Structured cabling systems shall comprise certifiable cable and
connectors from Panduit. This requirement is based on interoperability and
warranty considerations.
Catenary wires shall only be used to support Class EA cables in ceiling
or under-floor areas in cases where it is agreed with Technology
Management and that no other alternative can be used. Cables run through
such areas shall be laid up on galvanized steel tray or housed in PVC duct,
conduit or flexible hose.
A change of plane (e.g. from the vertical to the horizontal) in a tray
installation shall be accomplished through the use of sections of waterfall.
The same shall apply to locations where bunches of cables exit the main
route and leave the tray.
Nylon cable ties shall not be used to bunch or secure a cable or cables.
All bunching and securing shall be accomplished with velcro style strips.
Cable slack at the Floor Distributor cabling hub location shall be laid up
in a Flaked figure-of-eight configuration and supported and secured with
Hook and Loop type strips suspended in the vertical plane by Velcro strips.
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Class EA (Cat 6A) Shielded Specific Cabling Requirements
Surface cable
duct
All cables need to be concealed. Cabling ducting systems not listed can be
approved by Manager, Networks & Telephony
All data outlets mounted on the above Panduit Raceways shall be mounted
on 45 Deg. mounting plates, e.g. Panduit Angled Face Plate.
In locations requiring the enclosure of data cables only, any of the above
Panduit Raceway may be used with flush mounted outlets. Outlets shall be
mounted external to the Panduit Raceway by the use of offset boxes.
Moduline Duct
Moduline cabling duct shall be used only with the approval of Technology
Management In the event that Moduline duct is permitted, the following shall
apply:
Moduline duct shall have a minimum depth as required to meet Panduit
certification specifically in relation to minimum bend radius of the installed
cable
Inside and outside right-angle bends shall be made in such a way as to
accommodate the bend radius requirements of all of the cables to be
installed
Sharp edges on covers at inside bends shall be removed and cables
protected from possible sheath damage and compression
Where practical all data/voice outlets shall be mounted external to the
duct space
Data outlet jacks mounted on Moduline duct shall be fitted to angled face
plates e.g. Panduit Angled Face Plate.
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Class E (Cat 6) Specific Cabling Requirements
Channel
Specification
The channel shall consist of Panduit cable, patch and drop cords and
connecting hardware meeting or exceeding the Class E (Category 6)
specification according to the AS 3080 standard. Pairs shall be terminated
according to the EIA/TIA T568A wiring scheme as described in the AS 3080
standard.
Installation
Standard
All Class E (Cat 6) structured cable systems shall be made using products,
cable and installation practices that comply with the AS ACIF S009 and AS
3080 standards.
Testing
All installed cables shall be tested to the AS/NZS 61935-1 Class E,
permanent link configuration. All marginal passes shall be treated as a failed
test.
Such tests shall be carried out using a Panduit approved Scanner with
appropriate personality module. Result viewing software shall be made
available upon request of the University.
Supplementary As a direct result of the critical nature of link and channel impedance
installation
compliance in a Class E (Cat 6) system, the following supplementary
constraints
installation constraints are mandatory:
 The maximum basic link length of 90metres shall be reduced by 0.4%
per degree Celsius above an ambient of 20 Deg C. For LAN design
purposes a maximum link length of 75m is strongly recommended.
 Structured cabling systems shall comprise certifiable cable and
connectors from Panduit. This requirement is based on interoperability
and warranty considerations.
 Catenary wires shall only be used to support Class E cables in ceiling or
under-floor areas in cases where it is agreed with Technology
Management and that no other alternative can be used. Cables run
through such areas shall be laid up on galvanized steel tray or housed in
PVC duct, conduit or flexible hose.
 A change of plane (e.g. from the vertical to the horizontal) in a tray
installation shall be accomplished through the use of sections of
waterfall. The same shall apply to locations where bunches of cables
exit the main route and leave the tray.
 Nylon cable ties shall not be used to bunch or secure a cable or cables.
All bunching and securing shall be accomplished with velcro style strips.
 Cable slack at the Floor Distributor cabling hub location shall be laid up
in a Flaked figure-of-eight configuration and supported and secured with
Hook and Loop type strips suspended in the vertical plane by Velcro
strips.
Surface cable
duct
All cables need to be concealed. Cabling ducting systems not listed can be
approved by Communications Services.
All data outlets mounted on the above raceways shall be mounted on 45
Deg. mounting plates, e.g. Panduit Mini-Com Sloped Face Plate.
In locations requiring the enclosure of data cables only, any of the above
Panduit raceway may be used with flush mounted outlets. Outlets shall be
mounted external to the raceway by the use of offset boxes.
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Moduline Duct
Moduline cabling duct shall be used only with the approval of Technology
Management In the event that Moduline duct is permitted, the following shall
apply:
 Moduline duct shall have a minimum depth of 50mm and a data
compartment height greater than the minimum bend radius of the
installed cable
 Inside and outside right-angle bends shall be made in such a way as to
accommodate the bend radius requirements of all of the cables to be
installed
 Sharp edges on covers at inside bends shall be removed and cables
protected from possible sheath damage and compression
 Where practical all data/voice outlets shall be mounted external to the
duct space
 Data outlet jacks mounted on Moduline duct shall be fitted to angled face
plates e.g. Panduit Mini-Com Sloped Face Plate.
Class D (Cat 5e) & Augmented Cat 6 Specific Cabling
Requirements
Cat 5, shall not be installed without authorization from Manager Networks and
Telephony.
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Optical Fibre Cable
Specifications
Fibre Type
All fibre optic cables shall be Single Mode OS1 between buildings and
between floors in buildings. Fibre shall all be terminated in with APC SCA
connectors.
All fibre contained within data centre spaces shall be OM3 Multimode
terminated with LC connectors.
Installation
Constraints
Cable manufacturers’ recommended minimum bend radii, both during and
post installation shall not be exceeded. The same shall apply to all pulling
forces used to install the cable.
Cable slack shall be provided as follows:
 Within pits – 2 metres minimum (where available space permits)
 Within a termination enclosure – 0.5 metre minimum
Note: the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius specification shall not be
exceeded in any of the above locations.
All cable installations are to include suitable patch cables as part of the
installation. Patch cable length and termination type is to be determined by
Technology Management.
All locations of the cable run that may be accessed by service personnel are
to be fitted with a Laser hazard-warning label.
Technology Management is to be consulted with respect to all cable route
variations or for route clarification.
Number of
Fibres / Fibre
Cores
Fibre Optic inter building shall be redundant, two fibre optics per building are
required, each following a different physical route, each fibre optic shall
consist of not less than 12 cores of single mode OS1 optical cable,
terminated in SCA (APC) connectors..
No multimode fibre shall be installed between buildings without approval by
the Manager, Technology Management.
For fibre installations within buildings the number of fibre cores and type shall
be determined by Technology Management.
Labelling
All cables entering and/or leaving a pit, building, riser or termination
enclosure shall be fitted with a durable label in accordance with AS 3085.1
indicating the following:
 Type of cable (Fibre)
 Unique cable identifier (in the case of multiple cables)
 Number of cores
 Source and destination buildings
E.g. 201-193-24-2 indicates the second 24-core cable going to building No.
193 from building No. 201.
In accessible areas of the cable route, the cable and/or covers of the cable
shall be labelled with appropriate hazard warning labels. The labels shall be
affixed at 10m intervals.
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Documentation
Refer to section on Documentation for general documentation
requirements.
The Fibre Optic documentation shall include the following specific
information:
 Cable type
 Route followed
 Pit locations (where applicable)
 Building names
 Parameter thresholds set on test equipment (including wavelength).
 "Loss Budget" calculations relating to each core
 Light Source Power Meter Link Loss
 Length measurement
OTDR test results shall be presented in their native electronic format. Result
viewing software shall be made available upon request of the University.
Test
Procedures
All tests shall be carried out in accordance with AS/NZS 14763-3 and
AS3080. The optical link loss budget shall be according to AS3080.
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Cable
Specification
All Single mode cables shall be tested at 1310nm & 1550nm
wavelengths in both directions using an approved light source and power
meter of cable scanner fitted with optical fibre heads. OTDR tests shall
be carried out with the point of injection being at both the ‘A’ and ‘B’ ends
of the cable. An appropriate launch cable shall be included in all OTDR
measurements.
All multimode cables shall be tested at 850nm & 1300nm wavelengths
in both directions using an approved light source and power meters or
cable scanners fitted with optical fibre heads.
Cable specification shall comply with AS 3080 or as Specified in Site
Specifications.
Cables shall be OS1 Grade Outdoor construction. Fibre optic shall be
continuous end-to-end, no splices allowed other than at the end of the cable.
.
Intra-building cable shall typically be OS1 indoor construction.
Multi-mode Intra-building cables shall be OM3 Graded Index.
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All Single-mode Fibre inter-building terminations shall be made with
SC APC (SCA) connectors (or as specified by Technology Management).
Intra-building connections shall be SC.
Termination Methods shall be Fusion Spliced for Inter-building and either
Pre-polished or Fusion Spliced for Intra-building cabling
All Multi-mode Fibre terminations shall be made with SC connectors.
LC connectors require Technology Management approval.
Mechanical In-line cable splices shall not be used
Fibre Patch
lead colours
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Fibre
Enclosures
All fibre cable terminations shall be made in Technology Management
approved wall or rack mount enclosures. When using rack mount enclosures
a patch cord protector shall be included in the installation. Two Velcro style
cable ties suitable for securing Optical fibre duplex patch cables shall be
Orange / Grey for 62.5/125μm OM1
Aqua for 50/125μm OM3
Yellow for OS1 (single mode)
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supplied for each fibre enclosure installed.
The preferred manufacturer for fibre enclosures is AFC – See Appendix for
part numbers.
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Telephones
Specifications
Provision of
Telephone
services
The University has deployed a Voice over IP (VoIP) as its main telephony
delivery mechanism. This section is only provided for cabling works required
for the provision of maintenance and recovery of existing cabling. All
“telephony grade” cabling will only be approved on a case by case basis by
Technology Management.
Building telephone Backbone infrastructure where specified may use Cat 3
twisted pair cable, i.e. building MDF to IDF. Reticulation to the desktop shall
only be made through a fully integrated Cat 5e/6 and 6A Shielded structured
cabling system.
All reference in these standards to Cat. 3 is in relation to Campus Tie and
Building Backbone Cabling.
Specific services shall be provided to University buildings as follows:
 Facsimile machines may be connected to either an IPTEL Analogue
Gateway port extension or to a Direct Exchange Line (DXL) or NBN
or mobile network technologies.
 All fire alarm systems shall be connected via a DXL or other leased
line or NBN. or mobile network technologies.
 All lift telephones shall be connected via a DXL line or NBN or
mobile network technologies.
Note: All costs for the above services are to be borne by the requesting
department or project budget
In cases where the building MDF or IDFs are replaced/upgraded, the
installing contractor shall provide the following:
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Termination of the incoming cable/s on the 'A' side of the building
MDF.
Termination of the IDF feeder cables on the 'B' side of the building
MDF.
Jumpering between the 'A' & 'B' sides of the building MDF in order to
restore preexisting telephone services and any additional services as
specified in the project.
Note: All costs for the above work are to be borne by the requesting
department or project budget
Handsets
Handsets may be purchased through the Information Technology Services Services Desk + (61 3) 8344 0888 or it-help@unimelb.edu.au or
https://staff.unimelb.edu.au/information-technology/telephonesvoicemail/desk-phones
. Handsets purchased from other sources commercial) are permitted under
the following provisions:
 All maintenance of the handset is the responsibility of the department.
Cabling
Installers & Standards
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Installation
and
Alterations
All cabling work on the University Voice network shall be carried out by
personnel who are ”Cabling Provider Rules” registered personnel only.
All such work shall meet the minimum requirements of Australian standard
AS ACIF S009.
Infrastructure Cable (Inter & Intra Building)
Underground service cables shall be specified as 0.64mm jelly filled
underground telephone cable.
Internal telephone trunk cabling shall be specified as indoor grade 1/0.50 mm
standard telephone cable
Cable installed between MDFs and IDFs in new installations shall provide a
minimum of 25% spare capacity.
Cat 3 Applications
Cat 3 cable shall only be used in the following instances:
 Inter building trunk cabling.
 Tie cables between an MDF/IDF and a voice distribution patch panel.
Note: Cat 3 cable shall not be terminated on an RJ45 voice/data outlet (RJ45
jacks on a voice link patch panel are exempted).
Shielded Cat 6A cables shall be used in all integrated horizontal voice/data
cabling instances.
Tie cables installed between a building MDF/IDF and a fully integrated Data
and Voice system enclosure shall comprise Cat 3 data cable terminated on a
Voice Tie patch panel. One pair of the tie cable shall be terminated on Pins
5+4 in each RJ45 jack according to the EIA/TIA T568A wiring scheme.
Splitters
The use of splitters is not supported nor recommended by Technology
Management.
Termination
Frames
MDFs, IDFs shall be specified as Krone Insulation Displacement Terminating
Systems employing the LSA-PLUS quick connection type modules.
All termination frames shall be located according to AS ACIF S009 height
and working space requirements. Termination frames shall not be installed
above doorways, in false ceilings or under-floor spaces.
Jumpering
and Patching
All new jumpers shall be fed through fitted jumper rings along the jumper
route, and installed in a neat and tidy manner. Diagonal paths and other
‘short-cuts’ are not permitted. All redundant jumpers shall be removed from
the terminating frame as part of the installation of new jumpers.
The following non-voice services shall be clearly identified in all distribution
frames carrying such services:
Service
Fire alarm
Security alarm
Security camera
Plug Colour
Red
Green
Green
Krone part No.
6 089 300 600
6 089 300 602
6 089 300 602
Distribution frames using Krone LSA-PLUS modules shall be fitted with
plastic marker plugs according to the above list.
Tag strip distribution frames shall have green or red PVC tubing placed over
the tags occupied by any of the listed services. The tubing shall effectively
block the attachment of test equipment to the non-voice services.
Jumpers installed on solder-tag type frames shall be soldered.
Where patch-leads are required in an integrated Data and Voice installation,
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yellow patch-leads shall be used. The length of the patch-lead shall be
chosen to minimize excessive slack and avoid the need for shortcuts.
Testing
In all cases where cables are terminated or re-terminated, the contractor
shall carry out the following tests:
 Polarity and Continuity
 Shorted pair
 Open circuit pair
 Crossed pair or mate
All faults detected shall be rectified before practical hand over.
The installing contractor shall guarantee a one-to-one correspondence of all
colours and mates of an installed cable from end to end.
Documentation
In the case of new installations, record books must be provided and secured
by the installation contractor at each building MDF and floor IDF. All record
books shall be filled in by the installation contractor (both ‘A’ & ‘B’ sides). The
‘A’ side detail shall include information on the trunk cabling and the ‘B’ side
must include the extension number or DXL number and room details.
Building MDF record books must be located and secured on site.
Tie cables installed between a building MDF/IDF and a fully integrated Data
and Voice system enclosure shall be provided with a new record book at the
patch panel location. The installation contractor shall provide the record book
and shall fill in the ‘A’ - side information.
Contractors employed to install jumpers and/or patch leads shall record the
‘A’ and ‘B’ side information in all record books for that system. This
requirement shall include patch panel record books where relevant. If a
record book cannot be found for a specific location, a replacement book shall
be obtained from the Telephone Services Coordinator. All details of the
current work shall be entered into the new book.
Refer to section on Documentation for general documentation requirements;
floor plans showing cable route are a requirement.
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NBN
Background
NBN Co is replacing the copper networks that deliver the broadband and fixed phone
line. That means there is a need to order an NBN service plan with the carrier
providing the broadband and fixed phone lines before the disconnection of the copper
networks.
NBN Service Types
The table below lists all PSTN lines that will be directly affected by the NBN
installation within campus buildings. Some campus buildings have analogue lines
that are not connected directly to exchanges and instead are cabled to Analogue
Voice Gateway devices – these are out of scope with respect to the transition to
NBN.
PSTN Line Type
NBN Service Type
Voice
General Voice Service
Modem
General Voice Service
Fax
General Voice Service
EFTPOS
General Voice Service
Building Fire Alarm
Essential Voice Service
Emergency Lift Phone Line
Essential Voice Service
ADSL
General Data Service
General Voice Service
General Voice Service lines are not required to be operational during mains supply
interruptions.
Service cables should connect directly into the NBN device (NTD) if capacity is
available otherwise connected into extender devices (NTU).
NOTE: Essential Voice Service lines take priority over available NBN device lines.
The extender devices do not need to have battery backup power.
Essential Voice Service
Essential voice service lines are required to be operational during mains supply
interruptions.
They must be connected directly into the NBN device which must have battery
backup power.
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General Data Service
General Data Service lines are not required to be operational during mains supply
interruptions.
Service cables should connect directly into the NBN device (NTD) if capacity is
available otherwise connected into extender devices (NTU). The extender devices do
not need to have battery backup power.
Building Fire Alarm
Fire alarm lines must continue to operate during power interruptions similarly to the
fire panels which are locally battery-backed as per fire code. NBN provide a solution
whereby their NTD has battery backup power similar to Fire Indicator Panels. The
battery option must be selected for buildings that contain fire panels that have
existing Alarm Signalling Equipment (ASE).
NOTE: Most buildings on campus with fire panels are cabled back to a shared ASE
within a different building. These buildings will not have fire alarm lines. Some
buildings may have the sprinkler system contain an ASE device to send a fire alarm
instead of the fire panel – this line must be treated in the same way.
Emergency Lift Phone Line
Emergency lift phones must continue to operate during power interruptions due to
confirmation that not all mobile phones will work from inside lifts – in particularly if
below ground level eg. Underground car parks.
NBN provide a solution whereby their NTD has battery backup power. The battery
option must be selected for buildings that contain lifts.
NBN Terms & Definitions
NTD
Network Termination Device owned by NBN Co that Network Service Providers will
provide carrier services over.
NTU
Network Termination Unit owned by Network Service Providers to extend the number
of voice and data ports required in addition to those provided on the NTD.
ADSL Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line is a technology for transmitting digital information
at a high bandwidth on existing phone lines to homes and businesses.
General Service Lines
Must be installed by a fully qualified cabling technician.
General Voice Lines (voice, fax, modem, EFTPOS) must be cabled to NTD Voice
Lines so long as they are not required by Lift Emergency Phones or Fire Alarms.
Otherwise they must be cabled to a Network Service Provider NTU.
General Data Lines (ADSL) must be cabled to NTD Data Lines as long as there is
sufficient capacity otherwise a Network Service Provider NTU must be used.
Essential Service Lines
Must be installed by a fully qualified cabling technician.
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The Essential Service cabling between FIP Alarm Signalling Equipment (ASE) and
NTD must meet the following standards AS/CA S008, AS/CA S009 and AS/NZS
3000.1
The NTD must have an installed battery which is replaced every 2 years.
Building Fire Alarm lines
The Essential Service cable must be directly connected into a port of the NTD and
labelled ‘Fire Alarm’.
An additional NTD must be installed if there is no capacity on the existing NTD
The Essential Service Line must be registered with the Network Service Provider as
“Fire Alarm”
Building Lift Emergency Phone lines
The Essential Service cabling must be directly connected into a port of the NTD and
labelled ‘Lift Phone’.
An additional NTD must be installed if there is no capacity on the existing NTD
The Essential Service Line must be registered with the Network Service Provider as
Lift Emergency Phone
Network Service Provider
Wherever possible, only one Network Service Provider is permitted per building in
order to minimise number of active devices.
NBN equipment
NBNco and carrier active equipment are to be installed in the main communications
rooms of the building
Connection method for the NTD and NTU to the PSTN end point device is patching.
I.e RJ45 patch code
Tie cable from the mains Communications Room to MDF is required, if CAT3 cables
are used for the PSTN end point device.
UTP links between the NBN equipment and horizontal cabling shall be provided with
appropriate cable management systems.
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Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANS)
Specifications
Background
The University operates a common Wireless Local Area Network service
called “UniWireless”. The service comprises of several offerings including
UniWireless for students and staff on campus and eduroam for visitors from
other federated institutes.
Wireless
Spectrum
The wireless spectrum designated for University Wireless Networks operate
on the publicly regulated 2.4 and 5Ghz bands .
Safety
All wireless devices shall be compliant with Australian and International
radiation standards.
Wireless as a
Utility
The provision of Wireless networking throughout the University is considered
as an essential service, consistent availability is expected across all
University occupied locations.
Space
Classification
s
To enable a University wide consistent wireless service, space classification
guidelines are to be used.
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Low Client density areas: These areas will have lower AP count
and lower client density and may include outdoor areas, walkways,
corridors, administrative blocks and office areas. AP placement is
based on coverage area not ratio of users.
Average Client density areas: General areas in the campus like
classrooms, walkways, corridors, administrative blocks and office
areas. An AP to client ratio of 1:40-50 maximum should be
maintained in these areas.
High Client density area: These areas are typically lecture theatres
and teaching spaces that cater for a high concentration of wireless
users. An AP to client ratio of 1:30 maximum should be maintained
in these areas.
Outdoor Areas: These areas will be covered by external access
points and AP placement is based on coverage area not ratio of
users.
It is recognised that some spaces have installation constraints such as
heritage, hazard, or architectural aesthetic considerations – all such factors
need to be evaluated and direction sought from Technology Management.
Wireless
Application
Throughput
Design
Consideration
s
User application requirements per space are to be consideration for each
installation.
Additional APs may be required as well as the AP installation locations
relative to other APs.
Design is to be based on the applications programs that are expected to be
used within the coverage spaces.
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Board Application Categories:
Base Data (standard email / web)
High Throughput applications
Roaming (uninterrupted service while moving)
Voice
Locations identification requirements (i.e. Real Time Location Services
RTLS)
The following table can be used as a guide for calculating per user and
aggregate rate requirements for each space. Specific application
requirements should be tested as part of space design.
Table: Bandwidth Requirements per Application
(From: Cisco Wireless LAN Design Guide for High Density Client Environments in
Higher Educations)
WLAN Site
Survey
WLAN Site Survey’s are required for any changes to a building or outdoor
space. Wireless signal is effected by walls and other structures; the flow on
effect of any modifications needs to be considered and plotted to provide
coverage and information to wireless users.
Survey Types - Predictive (passive and active)
When planning or altering spaces, WLANs surveys are required; Passive
Predictive Surveys are required in all cases and are based on building plans
and observations.
Active Predictive Surveys are required upon request by Technology
Management – these are typically done when considering different or
complicated building constructions types.
Survey Types - Post Installations
Post Installation surveys that validate coverage results are required if
requested by Technology Management.
All of Floor
Surveys must include “all of floor” regardless of the size or scope of the
project. This includes “all of floor” walls and other sources of attenuation.
Surveys are to be scaled and overlayed on all of floor University CAD
diagrams are to include any building construction modifications being done or
considered as part
Existing Surveys
Existing survey “project files” in Airmagnet format maybe available as a
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source of reference on request to Technology Management.
Survey
Parameters
For space classifications of low and average density with a base data user
requirements; predictive surveys shall have a minimum signal level of 73dBm on the 5GHz radio and -71dBm, based on space on the 2.4GHz radio
across the coverage area at 50mW. Cells shall have a 15-20% overlap.
For space classifications of high density or requiring high throughput data
applications locations, predictive surveys shall have a minimum signal level
of -67dBm or better at 50mW. Cells shall have a 15-20% overlap.
Additional cell overlap is required in locations where SLA’s require high
levels of service continuity.
Cabling and
installation of
WAPs
All WAPs shall be cabled with a minimum of two outlets CAT6A data outlets.
Installation locations must be adhered to without deviation including AP
orientation and orientation of any antenna. Care is to be taken to preserve
aesthetic characteristics – all modifications need Technology Managements
approval.
WAP installers are to connect both “Ethernet” and “console” ports to data
field outlets (typically roof mounted) during installations. The patch leads
directly connecting WAPs shall match ceiling colour (eg. typically white).
Secondary
Coverage
Secondary coverage and “coverage leakage” is where are wireless signal is
detected from locations outside of a designed coverage space. This
coverage is not currently supported.
Wireless
References
Wireless Standards derived based on with references to Cisco’s document
“Wireless LAN Design Guide for High Density Client Environments in Higher
Educations” and the University of Melbourne project developed documents;
2293 UniWireless Wireless Detailed Design
Work Instruction - Wireless Network Design and Survey
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Microwave / Radio LAN WAN Links
Specifications
The establishment and use of microwave and radio based LAN or WAN links
on the University network is permitted. All such links shall be subject to the
approval of both Technology Management and C-P&D, when deployed on
University property.
Links may be used to connect or extend existing LANs. All such links shall be
made according to the following conditions and standards.
Wireless
Spectrum
Microwave and Radio links may either be of the spread-spectrum, or fixed
frequency type. Where required by the ACMA, a license shall be obtained
and its currency maintained.
Procedures & The following prerequisites shall be submitted to Technology Management
Requirements and the Planning section of C-P&D for referral to the Buildings and Estates
for
Committee:
Establishing a
Wireless link
Item
Report type
Remote Site Authorization
1
Written authorization shall be obtained from the administrator of
the remote site. Such authorization shall include the following:
 A statement of the legal right of the University to occupy
such space(s) as set out in the design document.
 Agreement to the scope of works.
 Specific access and induction issues pertaining to the
remote site.
System description
2
A comprehensive description of the proposed system shall be
supplied, and shall include a statement of compliance with the
design criteria or job description from either the equipment
supplier or the installer.
Design Schematic
3
A design schematic, which accurately depicts all of the major
components of the proposed link, shall be provided.
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Specifications, Continued
Procedures &
Requirements
for
Establishing a
Wireless link
(continued)
Step
4
Action
Design Certificate
A design certificate shall be obtained from a structural and/or civil
engineer. The certificate shall warrant the following:
 The structural integrity of the completed antenna and
support system. When completed in accordance with the
engineer’s documented design and job instructions, the
system shall be structurally adequate.
 Compliance of the structure(s) with current Australian
Standards covering loading, wind force and steel and
concrete structures.
 Compliance with the Building Amendment Act and the
Building Code of Australia.
Construction Drawings
Engineering drawings clearly and accurately depicting all
fabrications fixings and fasteners that are a part of the installation
shall be provided.
Labelling
All antennas and head units shall be fitted with a weatherproof and durable
label that shall include the following information (License related information
shall be exempted in cases where a license is not required):
 The words “DO NOT REMOVE” (point size to be no less than 14pt)
 The Transmitter Spectrum Access Number (ref. License)
 The transmit and receive frequencies (ref. license)
 Location information regarding the far end of the link path (i.e.
“Redmond Barry BN115, University of Melbourne” or “Centaur
building BN630, Austin Repat”).
 The link antenna polarization (ref commissioning documents)
 The body responsible for the
Recurrent
costs
Provision shall be made in the project budget for the engineering and other
reports outlined in the above table in the section Procedures &
Requirements for Establishing a Wireless link, ACA license fees and the
maintenance contracts relating to the microwave link equipment and the
network router.
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Appendixes
Appendix 1 – Standard Rack Layouts
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Appendix 2 – Parts
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Single Mode OS1 - Inter-Building Cables
AFC PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
CONTENTS
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
12 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
12 X SCA PIGTAILS
12 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1 X CABLE GLAND CONDUIT
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
12 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
X SCA PIGTAILS
X SPLICE PROTECTORS
X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1 X CABLE GLAND CONDUIT
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
FRE-12SS/SCA-UOM
1RU SLIDING STATIC ENCLOSURE FOR
LOOSE TUBE OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY. TO
SUIT 1 X 12 FIBRE SINGLE MODE CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
FRE-12SS/SCA-UOM-1
1RU SLIDING STATIC ENCLOSURE FOR
LOOSE TUBE OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY. TO
SUIT 2 X 6 FIBRE SINGLE MODE CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 6
VERTICAL NUMBERING (b) 1 TO 6
FRE-24SS/SCA-UOM
1RU SLIDING STATIC ENCLOSURE FOR
LOOSE TUBE OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY. TO
SUIT 2 X 12 FIBRE SINGLE MODE CABLE
OR 1 X 24 FIBRE SINGLE MODE CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
24 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPER S
24 X SCA PIGTAILS
24 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1 X SHARED CABLE GLAND CONDUIT
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE
MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
FRE-48SS/SCA-UOM-1
2RU SLIDING STATIC ENCLOSURE FOR
LOOSE TUBE OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY. TO
SUIT 2 X 24 FIBRE SINGLE MODE CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMB ERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
48 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
48
X SCA PIGTAILS
48 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1 X SHARED CABLE GLAND CONDUIT
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
FRE-48SS/SCA-UOM-2
2RU SLIDING STATIC ENCLOSURE FOR
LOOSE TUBE OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY. TO
SUIT 1 X 48 FIBRE SINGLE MODE CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
FRE-72SS/SCA-UOM-1
3RU SLIDING STATIC ENCLOSURE FOR
LOOSE TUBE OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY. TO
SUIT 1 X 72 FIBRE SINGLE MODE CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
FRE-72SS/SCA-UOM-3
3RU SLIDING STATIC ENCLOSURE FOR
LOOSE TUBE OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY. TO
SUIT 3 X 24 FIBRE SINGLE MODE CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
FRE-96SS/SCA-UOM-1
3RU SLIDING STATIC ENCLOSURE FOR
LOOSE TUBE OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY. TO
SUIT 1 X 72 FIBRE SINGLE MODE CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (G) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (H) 13 TO 24
FRE-96SS/SCA-UOM-2
3RU SLIDING STATIC ENCLOSURE FOR
LOOSE TUBE OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY. TO
SUIT 2 X 48 FIBRE SINGLE MODE CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (G) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (H) 13 TO 24
FRE-96SS/SCA-UOM-4
3RU SLIDING STATIC ENCLOSURE FOR
LOOSE TUBE OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY. TO
SUIT 4 X 24 FIBRE SINGLE MODE CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (G) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (H) 13 TO 24
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12
12
1
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
48 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
48 X SCA PIGTAILS
48 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1 X SHARED CABLE GLAND CONDUIT
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING .
72 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
72 X SCA PIGTAILS
72 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1 X SHARED CABLE GLAND CONDUIT
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
72 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
72 X SCA PIGTAILS
72 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1 X SHARED CABLE GLAND CONDUIT
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE
MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
96 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
96 X SCA PIGTAILS
96 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1 X SHARED CABLE GLAND CONDUIT
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE
MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
96 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
96 X SCA PIGTAILS
96 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1 X SHARED CABLE GLAND CONDUIT
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
96 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
96 X SCA PIGTAILS
96 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1 X SHARED CABLE GLAND CONDUIT
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
Single Mode OS1 - Indoor Preterminated
AFC PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
CONTENTS
FRE-12WB/SCA-UOM
1RU WINGBACK ENCLOSURE FOR
PRETERMINATED INDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 1 X 12 FIBRE SINGLE MODE
CABLE
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
12 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADAPTERS CABLE
MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
24 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADAPTERS CABLE
MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
FRE-24WB/SCA-UOM
1RU WINGBACK ENCLOSURE FOR
PRETERMINATED INDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 2 X 12 FIBRE SINGLE MODE
CABLE OR 1 X 24 FIBRE SINGLE MODE
CABLE
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
FRE-48WB/SCA-UOM
2RU WINGBACK ENCLOSURE FOR
PRETERMINATED INDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 2 X 24 FIBRE SINGLE MODE
CABLE
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
48 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADAPTERS CABLE
PERSPEX
MANAGEMENT TRAY
COVER
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
72 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADAPTERS CABLE
PERSPEX
MANAGEMENT TRAY
COVER
FRE-72WB/SCA-UOM
3RU WINGBACK ENCLOSURE FOR
PRETERMINATED INDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 3 X 24 FIBRE SINGLE MODE
CABLE
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
96 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADAPTERS CABLE
PERSPEX
MANAGEMENT TRAY
COVER
FRE-96WB/SCA-UOM
3RU WINGBACK ENCLOSURE FOR
PRETERMINATED INDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 4 X 24 FIBRE SINGLE MODE
CABLE
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
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Multimode OM3 - Preterminated
AFC PART NUMBER
FRE-12WB/SC-UOM
FRE-24WB/SC-UOM
DESCRIPTION
CONTENTS
1RU WINGBACK ENCLOSURE FOR
PRETERMINATED INDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 1 X 12 FIBRE OM3 CABLE
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
12 X SC OM3 AQUA SIMPLES THROUGH
ADAPTERS
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
1RU WINGBACK ENCLOSURE FOR
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
PRETERMINATED INDOOR CABLE ONLY. 24 X SC OM3 AQUA SIMPLES THROUGH
TO SUIT 2 X 12 FIBRE OM3 CABLE OR 1 ADAPTERS
X 24 FIBRE OM3 CABLE
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
FRE-48WB/SC-UOM
2RU WINGBACK ENCLOSURE FOR
PRETERMINATED INDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 2 X 12 FIBRE OM3 CABLE OR 1
X 24 FIBRE OM3 CABLE
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
48 X SC OM3 AQUA SIMPLES THROUGH
ADAPTERS
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY
PERSPEX COVER
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
FRE-72WB/SC-UOM
3RU WINGBACK ENCLOSURE FOR
PRETERMINATED INDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 2 X 12 FIBRE OM3 CABLE OR 1
X 24 FIBRE OM3 CABLE
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
72 X SC OM3 AQUA SIMPLES THROUGH
ADAPTERS
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY
PERSPEX COVER
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
FRE-96WB/SC-UOM
3RU WINGBACK ENCLOSURE FOR
PRETERMINATED INDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 2 X 12 FIBRE OM3 CABLE OR 1
X 24 FIBRE OM3 CABLE
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (G) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (H) 13 TO 24
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
96 X SC OM3 AQUA SIMPLES THROUGH
ADAPTERS
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY
PERSPEX COVER
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
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Single Mode OS1 - Indoor Spliced
AFC PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
CONTENTS
FRE-12S/SCA-UOM
1RU SLIDING ENCLOSURE FOR
INDOOR/OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 1 X 12 FIBRE SINGLE MODE
CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
FRE-24S/SCA-UOM
1RU SLIDING ENCLOSURE FOR
INDOOR/OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 2 X 12 FIBRE SINGLE MODE
CABLE OR 1 X 24 FIBRE SINGLE MODE
CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
12 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
12
X SCA PIGTAILS
12 X
SPLICE PROTECTORS
1X
SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1X
CABLE GLAND
2X
VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE
MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
24 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
24
X SCA PIGTAILS
24 X
SPLICE PROTECTORS
1X
SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1X
SHARED CABLE GLAND
2X
VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE
MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
FRE-48S/SCA-UOM
2RU SLIDING ENCLOSURE FOR
INDOOR/OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY. .
TO SUIT 2 X 24 FIBRE SINGLE MODE
CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
48 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
48
X SCA PIGTAILS
48 X
SPLICE PROTECTORS
1X
SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
2X
CABLE GLAND
2X
VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE
MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
FRE-72S/SCA-UOM-1
3RU SLIDING ENCLOSURE FOR
INDOOR/OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 1 X 72 FIBRE SINGLE MODE
CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
FRE-72S/SCA-UOM-3
3RU SLIDING ENCLOSURE FOR
INDOOR/OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO SUIT 3 X 24 FIBRE SINGLE MODE
CABLE.
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
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COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
72 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
72
X SCA PIGTAILS
72 X
SPLICE PROTECTORS
1X
SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1X
SHARED CABLE GLAND CONDUIT
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING.
72 X SCA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADATPERS
72
X SCA PIGTAILS
72 X
SPLICE PROTECTORS
1X
SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1X
SHARED CABLE GLAND CONDUIT
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
Multimode OM3 - Indoor Outdoor Cable
AFC PART NUMBER
FRE-12S/SC-UOM
FRE-24S/SC-UOM
FRE-48S/SC-UOM
FRE-72S/SC-UOM
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DESCRIPTION
1RU SLIDING ENCLOSURE FOR INDOOR
OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO
SUIT 1 X 12 FIBRE OM3 CABLE
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
CONTENTS
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
12 X SC AQUA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADAPTERS
12 SC OM3 PIGTAILS
12 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
1 X CABLE GLAND
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
24 X SC AQUA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADAPTERS
1RU SLIDING ENCLOSURE FOR INDOOR 24 SC OM3 PIGTAILS
OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO
24 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
SUIT 2 X 12 FIBRE OM3 CABLE OR 1 X 24 1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
FIBRE OM3 CABLE
2 X CABLE GLAND
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
2RU SLIDING ENCLOSURE FOR INDOOR 48 X SC AQUA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADAPTERS
48 X SC OM3 PIGTAILS
OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO
SUIT 1 X 48 FIBRE OM3 CABLE OR 2 X 24 48 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
FIBRE OM3 CABLE
2 X CABLE GLAND
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
COUPLER PANELS - VERTICAL NUMBERING
72 X SC AQUA SIMPLEX THROUGH ADAPTERS
3RU SLIDING ENCLOSURE FOR INDOOR
72 X SC OM3 PIGTAILS
OUTDOOR CABLE ONLY.
TO
72 X SPLICE PROTECTORS
SUIT 1 X 72 FIBRE OM3 CABLE OR 3 X 24
1 X SPLICE CASSETTE STACK
FIBRE OM3 CABLE
3 X CABLE GLAND
VERTICAL NUMBERING (A) 1 TO 12
CABLE MANAGEMENT TRAY & COVER
VERTICAL NUMBERING (B) 13 TO 24
2 X VELCRO CABLE TIES
VERTICAL NUMBERING (C) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (D) 13 TO 24
VERTICAL NUMBERING (E) 1 TO 12
VERTICAL NUMBERING (F) 13 TO 24
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Outdoor Cable
AFC PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
CONTENTS
AFCLT112
AFC 12 FIBRE OS1 LOOSE TUBE NYLON CABLE
AFC BRANDED
AFCLT124
AFC 12 FIBRE OS1 LOOSE TUBE NYLON CABLE
AFC BRANDED
AFCLT148
AFC 12 FIBRE OS1 LOOSE TUBE NYLON CABLE
AFC BRANDED
AFCLT172
AFC 12 FIBRE OS1 LOOSE TUBE NYLON CABLE
AFC BRANDED
AFCLT144
AFC 12 FIBRE OS1 LOOSE TUBE NYLON CABLE
AFC BRANDED
Indoor Cable
AFC PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
CONTENTS
OCCUF112-YL
AFC 12 FIBRE SINGLE MODE TIGHT BUFFERED CABLE
AFC BRANDED
OCCUD124-YL
AFC 24 FIBRE SINGLE MODE TIGHT BUFFERED CABLE
AFC BRANDED
OCCUF312-AQ
AFC 12 FIBRE OM3 50um TIGHT BUFFERED CABLE
AFC BRANDED
OCCUD324-AQ
AFC 24 FIBRE OM3 50um TIGHT BUFFERED CABLE
AFC BRANDED
Single Mode Preterms
AFC PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
RUF1SCASCAXXM-12-5911
PRETERMINATED SINGLE MODE 12 FIBRE RISER CABLE
XX DENOTES LENGTH
SCA TO SCA WITH BOTH ENDS OVERSLEEVED
RUD1SCASCAXXM-24-5911
PRETERMINATED SINGLE MODE 24 FIBRE RISER CABLE
XX DENOTES LENGTH
SCA TO SCA WITH BOTH ENDS OVERSLEEVED
CONTENTS
INDOOR RISER CABLE LSZH
SHEATH
INDOOR RISER CABLE LSZH
SHEATH
Multimode Preterms
AFC PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
RUF3SCSCXXM-12-5D11
PRETERMINATED MULTIMODE OM3 12 FIBRE RISER CABLE
XX DENOTES LENGTH
SC TO SC WITH BOTH ENDS OVERSLEEVED
RUD3SCSCXXM-24-5D11
PRETERMINATED MULTIMODE OM3 24 FIBRE RISER CABLE
XX DENOTES LENGTH
SC TO SC WITH BOTH ENDS OVERSLEEVED
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CONTENTS
INDOOR RISER CABLE LSZH
SHEATH
INDOOR RISER CABLE LSZH
SHEATH
Terms &
Definitions
Term
45RU
ACMA
AP
AS3080:Current
Edition
AWG
BAS
Cable support
Class D (Category
5e)
Class E (Category 6)
Definition
45 Rack Units. I Rack Unit = 44.45mm
(1 3/4”).
Australian Communications & Media
Authority.
Or WAP – Wireless Access Point
Australian standard – integrated telecommunications cabling systems
for commercial premises.
American Wire Gauge, Imperial unit used to specify electrical
conductor size.
Building Automation Systems.
Galvanized steel or PVC structure used to support and segregation
for multiple cables.
Specification for a structured cabling system involving unshielded
twisted pair cable.
Specification for a structured cabling system involving unshielded
twisted pair cable & connectivity with a bandwidth of 0 – 250 MHz.
Class EA (Category 6A)
Specification for structured cabling system capable of 10Gigabit Ethernet.
The University of Melbourne has chosen to select the Foil Shielded
Unshielded Twisted Pair cable & connectivity type.
Catenary
Drop-lead/cable
A taut steel cable fixed horizontally in ceiling spaces, used to support
bunches of UTP cables.
A basic link structured cable installation plus a patch and drop cable.
A work environment that presents a personal safety hazard due to a
lack of space and compromised access.
A means of connecting a PC/printer etc. To a network outlet.
F/UTP
Foil Shielded Unshielded Twisted Pair Cabling System.
Channel
Confined Space
A shielded four pair cable used for Data and Voice cabling
General Purpose Outlet Used to distribute 240V ac power. May be
10A or 15A.
Horizontal cabling
4 Pair cabling reticulation that serves a particular floor, Extending
from Floor Distributor to Telecommunications Outlet.
IDF
Intermediate Distribution Frame. A distribution frame used to connect
telephone cable between the building Main Distribution frame and
Final Distribution Points (FDP).
Krone
Manufacturer of cabling products.
Lab Rack
Comprising a plinth and a 19” mounting frame. Provides no security
for rack mount equipment, but affords total accessibility.
LAN
Local Area Network. A combination of network equipment and a
structured cabling system that provides a means of transporting data
from one location to another. A LAN may exist within a building or
span many buildings within the same locale.
MDF
Main Distribution Frame. A distribution frame used to connect
entrance cable to building block cabling.
Moduline duct
Steel and aluminium segregated duct with modular covers. Designed
to accommodate data outlets and power GPOs.
NEXT
Near End Cross Talk. The level of unwanted data signal from an
adjacent pair. Measured at the test signal source (near end).
Pit ‘P5’
710L x 445W x 635D
Panduit
Manufacturer of cabling products.
Patch cable
A means of connecting a patch panel jack to a switch, hub or router
port
Permanent Link (Cat 5E, 6 A Test Link configuration using Standards Based Permanent Link
& 6A)
Parameters. Testing is carried out using patch/drop cables that are
an integral part of the test head.
Class D, Class E & Class EA, AS 61935-.1 Current Edition
Specification for testing of balanced communications cabling.
C-P&D
Construction – Planning & Delivery, Project Services (Formerly
Property and Campus Services, Formerly P&B – Property and
Buildings) division of the University.
PVC duct
A means of containing and protecting multiple cables. Also a means
of providing segregation from hazardous services. Manufactured
from Poly Vinyl Chloride or similar insulating material
RJ45 IDC
Connector used in structured cabling systems employing the
Insulation displacement method of termination.
RTLS
Real Time Location Services - Wireless
TR
Telecommunications Rack
UniWireless
The University wide Wireless Local Area Network
UTP
Unshielded Twisted Pair. A four pair cable used for Data and Voice
cabling
Velcro
Proprietary name for 'hook & eye' re-usable fastening tape
GPO
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WAP
WAN
WLAN
Or AP – Wireless Access Point
Wide Area Network. A combination of network equipment, a
structured cabling system and/or electromagnetic spectrum based
links (satellite and/or terrestrial) that provide a means of transporting
data from one LAN to another. A WAN may be regional, national or
global.
Wireless Local Area Network.
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