Issue for Bid January 25, 2010 SECTION A - COMMUNICATIONS COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLING

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1 SECTION A - COMMUNICATIONS COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLING SECTION A - COMMUNICATIONS COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLING PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A. Provide a complete Category 6 unshielded twisted pair station cabling system with cables, termination hardware, outlets and necessary installation and supporting hardware in accordance with the Contract Documents. 1.2 CODES AND STANDARDS A. Codes: Refer to Specification Section B. Reference Standards: Refer to Specification Section C. ANSI/TIA/EIA SUBMITTALS A. Also refer to Specification Sections , , and The products specified in part 2 of this specification section match existing campus standards, any products submitted other than those specified in part 2 of this specification section shall require a formal substitution request in accordance with specification section B. Shop Drawings: 1. Shop drawings shall show the locations where cables are to be routed and where outlets and terminating hardware are to be installed. C. Manufacturers Testing: 1. Four-pair copper station cables: The Contractor shall submit two (2) sets of the manufacturer s test results for each box and/or reel of cable to be installed. Test results shall include: a. NEXT (worst pair) b. NEXT (power sum) c. Return Loss d. Characteristic Impedance 2. Submit the following samples: a. For 4-pair UTP Cable: Submit a 6-foot sample of the cable with the manufacturer s marking on the cable and the Contractor s cable labeling. The cable shall be connectorized on both ends with the modular jack herein specified to be installed by the Contractor. Mount one of the modular jacks in the wall outlet faceplate or mounting frame specified. Label the jack with the labeling material and numbering scheme to be used in the installation. b. Where the project calls for some of the telecommunications jacks to be mounted in floor outlet assemblies (flush floor box, raised floor box, flush poke-through, pedestal poke-through, etc.), submit a sample of each type of floor outlet assembly proposed for use on this project. Each floor outlet assembly shall be fully populated with jacks and cables (and with electrical power outlets, if this is a joint service outlet). Note that this must usually be a joint submittal involving both the telecommunications cabling sub-contractor and the electrical sub-contractor. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 HORIZONTAL CABLE A. UTP Station Cable for voice and data: 4 unshielded twisted pairs of 24 AWG solid copper conductors; individually insulated conductors under a common sheath; cable must be plenum rated (CMP). RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 1 of 4

2 SECTION A - COMMUNICATIONS COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLING 1. See cabling schedules and/or telecommunications floor plans for required quantities and locations. 2. Minimum performance specifications: Cable must meet requirements for Category 6 of ANSI/TIA/EIA- 568 a. Cable jacket marking: Must be legible and shall contain the following information: b. Manufacturer s name and/or trade mark c. Copper Conductor Gauge d. Pair Count e. UL listing f. Category rating g. Sequential distance markings, in one foot increments 3. Data station cable jacket shall be blue with black lettering. 4. Voice station cable jacket shall be white with black lettering. 5. UTP station cables shall be a. Berktek/Ortronics b. Or Approved Equal 2.2 MODULAR VOICE/DATA OUTLETS For all voice/data outlets except wall phone and elevator connection locations: 1. Minimum performance specifications: Outlets must meet requirements for Category 6 of ANSI/TIA/EIA All 8-position modular jacks are to be wired according to the TIA/EIA T568-A pin/pair assignments. 3. Outlet hardware shall be UL listed. 4. Outlet hardware shall be a. Berktek/Ortronics b. Or Approved Equal B. For wall phone outlets only: 1. The outlet jack for wall phones should be of the same Category as other telephone and data outlets used on this project. If not available, then Category 3 jacks will be acceptable for wall phone outlets only. 2. Faceplates shall have a single 8-pin 8-position jack wired according to the TIA/EIA T568-A pin/pair assignments. 3. Faceplates shall be stainless steel with two studs for hanging a wall phone. 4. Wall phone outlet shall be a. Berktek/Ortronics b. Or Approved Equal. 2.3 PATCH PANELS A. Patch panels with modular jacks: Compatible with the station cable termination blocks; Category 6; with 110 type connectors. 1. Minimum performance specifications: Patch panels must meet requirements for Category 6 of ANSI/TIA/EIA All 8-position modular jacks are to be wired according to the TIA/EIA T568-A pin/pair assignments. 3. Shall be UL listed. 4. Patch panels shall fit in equipment racks/cabinets as specified in section Patch panels shall be 2 rack units in height. 6. Outlet hardware shall be UL listed. 7. Patch panels shall have a port density of 48 ports per patch panel. 8. Patch panels shall be a. Berktek/Ortronics b. Or Approved Equal RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 2 of 4

3 SECTION A - COMMUNICATIONS COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLING PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 CABLE & WIRE INSTALLATION A. General: 1. The Contractor shall place all station cabling in accordance with these specifications, and as indicated on the cable schedules and the Drawings. B. Station Cables: 1. Install station cabling, outlets and jacks as detailed in the horizontal cable placement schedules and the Drawings. The typical configuration for outlets shall be three unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cables of 4 pairs each, unless otherwise noted on the drawings or the Horizontal Cable Placement Schedules. 2. Terminate all four pairs of each cable on one outlet jack. C. Elevator and Other Equipment Phone Cables: 1. Install elevator (fire alarm, security alarm, gas meter, power meter, etc.) phone cables to support communications to each individual elevator cab or other equipment item. These cables will be run from a junction box near each served item of equipment to the nearest telecommunications room as shown on the Drawings. Except for termination by the served equipment installers, treat these cables as any other horizontal cable. Leave fifteen (15) feet of coiled slack in the junction box for eventual termination by the served equipment installer. 3.2 CONNECTOR INSTALLATION A. The Contractor shall furnish and install all cable connectors as shown on the Drawings or as indicated herein, unless otherwise noted. B. The provision and termination of connectors for each cable shall be done as follows: 1. Where connector types are identified on the applicable drawings or in the specifications, the Contractor shall furnish and install the specified connectors on the specified cables. Installation of the connectors shall be in accordance with the manufacturer s printed instructions. 2. All installed connectors, regardless of type, method of procurement or permanency, shall be adequately protected during and after installation. 3.3 CABLE IDENTIFICATION A. Identify all station cables in accordance with Specification Section QUANTITIES AND LOCATIONS OF ITEMS A. Location and placement of termination blocks, outlets, patch panels and other distribution hardware shall be as shown on the Drawings or defined herein. B. Quantities of termination blocks, patch panels, etc. shown on the Drawings are illustrative only and are meant to indicate the general configuration of the work. The Contractor is responsible for providing the correct quantities of blocks, patch panels, connectors, etc. necessary to terminate the quantity of cable described herein and shown in the Horizontal Cable Placement Schedules and/or the Drawings. Where less than all the capacity of a terminal block, patch panel, etc. is used to terminate cables, the Contractor shall provide the Trustee s Representative with the number of connecting blocks, couplings, etc. to completely fit out the terminal block, patch panel, etc. 3.5 CABLE TERMINATIONS A. Horizontal cables: 1. Maintain pair twists of Horizontal cable up to within 1/2 inch of the point of termination. Under no circumstances shall cable pairs be untwisted or otherwise altered prior to termination. RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 3 of 4

4 SECTION A - COMMUNICATIONS COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLING 2. Do not bend horizontal cables to a radius of less than four (4) times the cable diameter. B. Cables assigned for telephone (voice, fax, modem) use: 1. Terminate these horizontal cables on terminal blocks as shown on the drawings and/or as detailed in the horizontal cable placement schedules. C. Cables assigned for data (local area network, etc.) use: 1. Terminate these horizontal cables on patch panels with modular jacks as shown on the drawings and/or as detailed in the horizontal cable placement schedules. 3.6 CABLE TESTING A. Refer to Specification Sections and ACCEPTANCE A. See Closeout Procedures, Specification Section RECORD DRAWINGS A. The Project record drawings shall show the types and locations of installed: 1. Horizontal cables. 2. Terminal blocks and/or patch panels. 3. Outlets. B. Station locations, both voice, video and data outlets shall be updated on completed as built drawings using the Campus numbering scheme. END OF SECTION RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 4 of 4

5 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS HORIZONTAL CABLING SECTION COMMUNICATIONS HORIZONTAL CABLING PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A. Provide an indoor horizontal (station) cabling system in accordance with the Contract Documents. B. All components used in both UTP and Fiber horizontal cabling systems shall be warranted for a minimum period of 5 years from the date of installation against defects in materials, equipment and workmanship. This warranty shall also include the performance of these systems. This warranty shall include transmission requirements as specified in applicable ANSI/TIA/EIA/IEC/ISO standards for each cable system specified. This warranty shall also include all current and future applications designed for and available for each cable system. 1. Refer also to Specification Section Warranty must be guaranteed by a single reputable manufacturer such as a. Berktek/Ortronics for the NetClear 1.2 CODES AND STANDARDS A. Codes: Refer to Specification Section B. Reference Standards: Refer to Specification Section SUBMITTALS A. Also refer to Specification Sections , , and The products specified in part 2 of this specification section match existing campus standards, any products submitted other than those specified in part 2 of this specification section shall require a formal substitution request in accordance with specification section B. Shop Drawings: 1. Shop drawings shall show cable routing and the locations where terminal blocks, telecommunication outlets, furniture feed points, fiber optic termination panels are to be installed. 2. Unless otherwise required by these specifications, it is permissible to show different cabling systems (voice, data) on the same shop drawing. C. Manufacturers Testing: 1. Submit as required by each system specification sections in the XX-series. D. Submit samples as required by each system specification sections in the XX -series. E. Documentation supporting the proposed warranty and all terms and conditions shall be submitted in writing. In addition to this warranty documentation, all certifications (individual and company) as required by guarantor of said warranty shall be submitted. These certifications shall only include those persons with direct association with this project and includes the expiration date and full name of each individual for which the certification is issued. RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 1 of 3

6 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS HORIZONTAL CABLING PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 PRODUCT CONSISTENCY A. Product Consistency: Any given item of equipment or material shall be the product of one manufacturer throughout the facility. Multiple manufacturers of any one item will not be permitted, unless specifically noted otherwise. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 CABLE & WIRE INSTALLATION A. General: 1. The Contractor shall place all cabling in accordance with these specifications, and as indicated on the cable schedules and the Drawings. 2. The Contractor shall install each cable as an uninterrupted conductor section between the designated termination points, unless otherwise directed by the cable installation specifications. There shall be no splices or mechanical couplers installed between the cable points of origin and termination except as shown on the Drawings and/or specified herein. 3. Unless otherwise noted, all cables shall be routed through the building cable tray/conduit/surfacemounted raceway system. Refer to the electrical drawings for the layout of the conduits. Refer to the telecommunications drawings for layout of cable tray. a. All horizontal cables shall be plenum rated (CMP, MPP, OFNP, or OFCP rated). 4. Cable tags shall be placed as per these specifications. Tags containing a unique cable ID designator shall be placed on both ends of all cables, 6 inches from the connector and/or terminal block. Also label all cables passing through telecommunications rooms and at each level in riser shafts. 5. Common cable runs shall not be tie-wrapped to any supporting devices (including cable trays, wire basket, j-hooks, conduit, etc.), except when supported by ladder racking within the telecommunications room. 6. At the same time cable is pulled into a conduit or floor duct also install a pull string to facilitate future cable pulls along those pathways. B. Station Cables: 1. From the appropriate telecommunications room, provide each station outlet, the types and quantities of station cables as described in the applicable system specification sections in the XX-series. Cables will leave the telecommunications room via cable tray, conduit/sleeve or floor duct. Each cable will be terminated except for pay phone and elevator machine room junction box locations. 2. After cables have exited the cable tray, they will be routed within via j-hooks in the accessible ceiling space to the conduit attached to the outlet boxes. 3.2 CONNECTOR INSTALLATION A. The Contractor shall furnish and install all cable connectors as shown on the Drawings and as indicated in specification sections in the XX-series. B. The provision and termination of connectors from each cable shall be done as follows: 1. Where connector types are identified on the applicable drawings or in the specifications, the Contractor shall furnish and install the specified connectors on the specified cables. Installation of the connectors shall be in accordance with the manufacturer s printed instructions. 2. All installed connectors, regardless of type, method of procurement or permanency, shall be adequately protected during and after installation. 3.3 CABLE IDENTIFICATION A. Contractor shall provide cable labels of a type or style specified herein. Each label shall be pre-printed with the appropriate cable number as indicated. Hand written cable labels are not acceptable. RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 2 of 3

7 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS HORIZONTAL CABLING B. Individual station outlets shall be labeled with the designator of the cables terminated at that particular outlet. C. Subsequent to placing and terminating cables, the Contractor shall place the appropriate cable label as noted above. D. If at any time during the job the cable tag becomes illegible or removed for whatever reason, the Contractor shall immediately replace it with a duplicate pre-printed cable tag at the Contractor s expense. E. All cable tags shall be easily accessible, both physically and visually, upon completion of the job. 3.4 QUANTITIES AND PLACEMENT OF ITEMS A. Location and placement of termination blocks, splice boxes, patch panels and other distribution hardware shall be shown on the Drawings or defined herein. B. Unless otherwise noted, quantities of blocks, racks, splice boxes and patch panels, etc. shown on the Drawings are illustrative only and are meant to indicate the general configuration of the work. The Contractor is responsible for providing the correct quantities of blocks, racks, patch panels, connectors etc. necessary to terminate, cross connect and patch the volume of cable described in the system specification sections and on the Drawings. Where less than all of the capacity of a terminal block, patch panel, etc. is used to terminate cables, the Contractor shall provide the Trustees with the number of connecting blocks, coupling panels, couplings, etc. to completely fill out the terminal block, patch panel, etc. 3.5 CABLE TERMINATIONS A. After dressing the cable to its final location the sheath shall be removed to a point that allows the conductors to be splayed and terminated in a neat and uniform fashion. Every effort will be made to maintain sheath integrity by removing only as much as is practical to accomplish termination. 3.6 CABLE TESTING A. As a minimum, the Contractor shall test, as described below, all metallic and optical fiber cables installed under these specifications. Also perform those system specific tests required by the individual system specification sections. B. Pre-installation testing: 1. Visually inspect all cables, cable reels, and shipping cartons to detect cable damage incurred during shipping and transport. Return visibly damaged items to the manufacturer. 2. Where post-manufacturer test data has been provided by the manufacturer on the reel or shipping carton: submit copies to the Trustee s Representative prior to installing cables. 3. Mark reels as tested/inspected and submit associated test results to the Trustee's Representative. 4. Do not install any cable with less than the manufacturer s guaranteed number of serviceable conductors. C. Post-installation testing: 1. Refer to the individual Specification Sections in the XX-series. D. In addition to the tests specified above, provide a minimum of two suitably qualified cabling technicians to be present on-site for a period of five (5) consecutive days while the Trustee s Representative installs and conducts performance tests of the transport electronics connected to the cabling system. Be prepared to conduct on-the-spot cable tests and effect cable plan repairs, as necessary. Successful equipment performance tests do no relieve the Contractor from the specified testing, repair, and documentation requirements. END OF SECTION RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 3 of 3

8 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS CABLE MANAGEMENT AND LADDER RACK SECTION COMMUNICATIONS CABLE MANAGEMENT AND LADDER RACK PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A. Provide cable management devices in accordance with the Contract Documents. Specifically, this Section deals with products intended to be installed within telecommunications closets or equipment rooms, except for backboards and racks, cabinets and frames, which are specified elsewhere. 1.2 CODES AND STANDARDS A. Codes: Refer to Specification Section B. Reference Standards: Refer to Specification Section SUBMITTALS A. Also refer to Sections , and B. Shop Drawings: 1. Shop drawings shall show the locations and routing of the cable management devices that are to be installed. C. Manufacturers Testing: 1. Not requested. D. Submit the following product information and manufacturers cut sheets: 1. Ladder-type cable racking: Manufacturers cut sheet or catalog cut of each of the components to be used with the cable rack including but not limited to corner clamps, wall brackets, slotted hanger clamps, relay rack brackets with J bolts, couplings etc. 2. Vertical and horizontal cable management devices for equipment racks: Manufacturers cut sheet or catalog cut of each of the components to be used. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 CABLE RACKING A. All cable racking and associated fittings shall be from one manufacturer. B. Cable Racking: Tubular steel side rails 1-1/2" x 3/8 ", with rungs on 9-inch centers; gray painted finish; complete with all required mounting hardware and with all fittings needed to form a bonded (grounded) system; straight and curved sections in width as shown on drawings. C. Cable Racking: Solid steel side rails 2" x 3/8 ", with rungs on 9-inch centers; gray painted finish; complete with all required mounting hardware and with all fittings needed to form a bonded (grounded) system; straight and curved sections in width as shown on drawings. D. Cable racking shall be 1. Chatsworth Products, Inc. 2. Cooper/B-Line 3. Or Approved Equal RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 1 of 3

9 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS CABLE MANAGEMENT AND LADDER RACK E. Cable Racking Fittings: By same manufacturer as the cable rack. 1. Corner clamp brackets shall be used to join sections of cable rack that are perpendicular to each other. 2. Cable rack stringers shall be attached to plywood backboards with angle brackets and J bolts. 3. Slotted hanger clamps for 1/2" threaded rod shall be used to support cable ladder in the telecommunications room. 4. End supports and stringer junction brackets shall be used to attach vertical cable ladder segments to the floor. 5. Stringer junction brackets shall be used to attach end to end horizontal cable ladder segments. 6. Open ended stringer segments shall be closed with corner clamps and end bars. 7. Mounting plates and J bolts shall be used to attach the cable racking to the relay racks. F. All cable racking and associated fittings shall be NRTL listed. 2.2 CABLE MANAGEMENT FOR EQUIPMENT RACKS/CABINETS A. Vertical cable management devices for equipment racks. 1. Metallic and/or non-metallic loops, "D-rings" or ducts mounted vertically at the sides of racks, or between equipment racks and at the ends of rows of equipment racks. Where so indicated, they shall be selected and installed so as to provide cable management at both the front and rear of the rack frames. 2. Minimum size shall be 2" square. Length and location shall be as shown on the Drawings, as described herein or as required. Include all fittings and accessories for a complete system, including, but not limited to, reducers, flex sections and mounting hardware. B. Vertical cable management devices for equipment racks shall be 1. Chatsworth Products, Inc. 2. Panduit 3. Ortronics 4. Cooper B-Line 5. Or Approved Equal C. Horizontal cable management devices (sometimes called "wire minders") for equipment racks shall be. 1. Metallic and/or non-metallic loops, "D-rings" or ducts mounted to the rack rails, between patch panels and or shelves of equipment. Where so indicated, they shall be selected and installed so as to provide cable management at both the front and rear of the rack frames. 2. Size, typically 1 or 2 rack spaces in height, as well as location shall be as shown on the Drawings, as described herein or as required. Include all fittings and accessories for a complete system. D. Horizontal cable management devices for equipment racks shall be 1. Ortronics/Berktek 2. CommScope-Systimax 3. Panduit 4. Or Approved Equal PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 HARDWARE INSTALLATION A. Provide seismic support and bracing, as required, for all cable racking and cable trough installed under this work. Structurally design the cable racking and cable trough installations to accommodate cable loads. No other support mechanism will be supplied. Comply with Division 1 of these Specifications. Refer also to Specification Section Provide seismic design calculations and seismic design drawings prepared by the Contractor s structural engineer for coordination and approval by the Trustee's Representative prior to fabricating or installing any supports. In general, provide support only from floor slabs, beams, columns, or structural walls (such as shear walls). Do NOT use existing or new partitions to provide either vertical or lateral support UNLESS the seismic design calculations and drawings demonstrate that the partition, either with or without reinforcement, is able to support the seismic and other loads. Any proposed reinforcement to be the responsibility of the Contractor. Coordinate seismic design with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and other trades. RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 2 of 3

10 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS CABLE MANAGEMENT AND LADDER RACK 3.2 CABLE MANAGEMENT AT EQUIPMENT RACKS AND CABINETS A. Install cable organizers and/or cable channel on equipment racks and within cabinets at locations as described in the Specifications and/or indicated on the Drawings. 3.3 QUANTITIES AND LOCATIONS OF ITEMS A. Quantities and sizes of cable racking, cable trough and other cable management components shown on the drawings are illustrative only and are meant to indicate the general configuration of the work. The Contractor is responsible for providing the correct quantities of all materials necessary to accommodate the volume of cable described in these specifications and schedules and shown on the Drawings. 3.4 ACCEPTANCE A. Do not install cabling until after the cable management device installations have been accepted by the Trustee's Representative. 3.5 RECORD DRAWINGS A. Comply with Specification Section B. The Project record drawings shall show the types and locations of installed cable management devices. END OF SECTION RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 3 of 3

11 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS TESTING COPPER UTP CABLES SECTION COMMUNICATIONS TESTING COPPER UTP CABLES PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A. Perform cable testing and provide testing results in accordance with the Contract Documents. 1.2 CODES, STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES A. Codes: Refer to Specification Section B. Reference Standards: Refer to Specification Section C. Testing must meet the requirements of ANSI/TIA/EIA SUBMITTALS A. Also refer to Specification Sections , and B. List of test equipment to be used. C. Sample of test data to be provided to the Owner at the completion of testing. D. Identity and qualifications of Contractor's personnel who will perform the testing. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 CATEGORY 3 AND 5E UTP CABLE TESTER A. The field tester must be a level II-E (IIe) or greater. B. The field tester must meet the requirements of ANSI/TIA/EIA CATEGORY 6 UTP CABLE TESTER (APPLIES TO ADD ALTERNATE 8) A. The field tester must be a level III or greater. B. The field tester must meet the requirements of ANSI/TIA/EIA CABLE CONTINUITY AND MAPPING A. Make and model at Contractor s discretion. RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 1 of 3

12 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS TESTING COPPER UTP CABLES PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 CABLE IDENTIFICATION A. Identify all cables in accordance with Specification Section CABLE TESTING A. Four-Pair Cables: 1. After terminating both ends of all 4-pair cables, but before any cross-connects are installed, test these cables for the following: a. Category 5e and Category 6 Cables: 1) Wire map. 2) Length. 3) Insertion loss. 4) Near-end crosstalk (NEXT) loss. 5) Power sum near-end crosstalk (PSNEXT) 6) Equal-level far-end crosstalk (ELFEXT) 7) Power sum equal-level far-end crosstalk (PSELFEXT) 8) Return loss 9) Propagation delay 10) Delay skew b. Category 3 Cables: 1) Wire map. 2) Length. 3) Insertion loss. 4) Near-end crosstalk (NEXT) loss. 5) Propagation delay. 6) Delay skew. B. Paired and multi-conductor riser and OSP metallic cables: 1. After terminating and splicing the cables, test high pair count cables (25, 50, 100, 200-pairs, etc.) for continuity, ground fault, shorts and crossed pairs. 2. For 100 pair cable or smaller replace the cable if a bad pair or conductor is found. For larger pair count cables, replace if more than 1% of pairs are bad. 3. Remove all defective cables from pathways system. Do not abandon cables in place. C. In addition to the information required by Specification Section , submit the following information regarding the UTP station cable testing: 1. Cable number, cable type, pair or conductor count, individual pair or conductor numbers, number of crossconnects and/or patches in each pair (if applicable), results of each test for each pair and total number of serviceable pairs in cable. D. In addition to the tests specified above, provide a minimum of two suitably qualified cabling technicians to be present on-site for a period as required by Specification Section while the Trustee's Representative installs and conducts performance tests of the transport electronics connected to the cabling system. Be prepared to conduct on-the-spot cable tests and effect cable plan repairs, as necessary. Successful equipment performance tests do not relieve the Contractor from the specified testing, repair, and documentation requirements. 3.3 ACCEPTANCE A. Upon receipt of the Contractor s documentation of cable testing, the Trustee's Representative reserves the right to conduct, using Contractor equipment and labor up to fifteen percent (15%) of the cable plant to confirm documented results. Once the testing has been completed and the Trustee's Representative is satisfied that all work is in accordance with the Contract Documents, the Trustee's Representative will notify the Contractor in writing. RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 2 of 3

13 SECTION COMMUNICATIONS TESTING COPPER UTP CABLES 3.4 TEST RESULTS A. All test results and corrective procedures are to be documented and submitted to the Trustee's Representative in accordance with the requirements of Specification Sections and Prior to testing, submit for review and approval two copies of test report forms proposed for use. 2. Each test report shall contain the following general information: Date of Preparation, Date of Test, Project Name, Contractor s Name, Media Type, Make, Model and Serial Number of test equipment used, Date if Last Calibration and Names of Test Crew. 3. Electronic test reports shall be submitted in Fluke Network Linkware (.FLW) format for compatibility with the Trustee s existing cable test database software. END OF SECTION RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 3 of 3

14 SECTION SCHEDULES FOR COMMUNICATIONS SECTION SCHEDULES FOR COMMUNICATIONS PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A. These schedules detail the connections for and the identification of the backbone cables and the horizontal(station) cables and their associated outlet/jack locations as well as their terminations on connector blocks or patch panels in the telecommunications closet. PART 2 CABLE PLACEMENT SCHEDULES 2.1 EXPLANATION OF BACKBONE CABLE SCHEDULES A. The backbone cable placement schedules are arranged by type of cable (copper twisted pair (RSC), optical fiber cable (RSF)). The schedules for each type of cable begin on a new page. Within each schedule, data is arranged by floor and telecommunication room number. The naming convention for labeling the columns of the copper cross-connect punchdown blocks at the BDF is as follows: The columns are numbered starting with 1 and increasing from left to right. (Indicate the actual punchdown block locations, the column identifications, and general cable routing on shop drawings and on the as-built drawings.) B. The naming convention for labeling the patch panel ports for copper backbone cables in telecommunications rooms is as follows: the ports are numbered starting with 001 and increasing from left to right. C. The naming convention for labeling the optical fiber terminal ports in telecommunications rooms and the telecommunications BDF is as follows: the ports are numbered starting with 001 and increasing from left to right. 2.2 EXPLANATION OF HORIZONTAL CABLE SCHEDULES A. The horizontal cable placement schedules are arranged byfloor and in order of outlet number (Plan Outlet Location Number). The Plan Outlet Location Number provides the cross reference between these schedules and the floor plans (telecommunication plans). The schedules for each floor begin on a new page. B. Outlet identification consists of a multi-character designator as follows: Room number with a serial number starting with 001 for each telecom room. For example, an outlet with the designator 2300B-001 might represent the first (001) outlet in the building, on the 2nd floor, located in room 2300B. C. The identification designators for the horizontal (station) cables will consist of the outlet identification (as described above) plus a designation such as D1, D2, V to indicate data1, data2, or voice for each outlet. D. The data in the horizontal cable placement schedules shall have two room numbers associated with each record. The first room number is the location of the outlet ( station ). The second room number is the location of the serving telecommunications closet. E. The naming convention for labeling the patch panel ports within a telecommunications room is as follows: the ports are numbered starting with 001 and increasing from left to right. F. The identification designators for individual modular jacks will consist of patch panel port identification (as described above) plus a letter such as D or V to indicate voice or data. RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 1 of 1

15 SECTION SCHEDULES FOR COMMUNICATIONS PART 3 SCHEDULES A. Sample cable placement schedule: 1. See telecommunications drawings for sample cable placement schedules. END OF SECTION RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 2 of 2

16 SECTION IDENTIFICATION FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SECTION IDENTIFICATION FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A. Work Included: 1. Labeling of BOTH ENDS of all cables installed under this work. 2. Labeling of cable termination hardware (terminal blocks, outlets, patch panel jacks, etc.) installed under this work. 3. Labeling of major termination assemblies (such as termination fields or frames, racks, etc.) installed under this work. 4. Labeling of all pathways (e.g., inner duct, cable racking, conduit, etc.) installed under this work. 5. Provision of a database that records appropriate information regarding all cabling, terminations, frames, racks, etc. installed under this work. 1.2 CODES, STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES A. Codes: Refer to Specification Section B. Reference Standards: Refer to Specification Section C. Except as modified herein, the intent is to provide the facility owner with a labeled telecommunications infrastructure and related database as described in ANSI/TIA/EIA-606. D. All labels and nameplates shall be typed, machine printed, embossed or engraved, as applicable. All must be highly legible. Hand written or hand printed labels are NOT acceptable, except for temporary labels the Contractor may wish to use only during construction. 1.3 SUBMITTALS: A. Also refer to Specification Sections , , and B. Shop Drawings: 1. Shop drawings will show labeling information at least to the same degree of detail as is shown on the construction drawings. C. Samples: 1. Submit a sample of each type of label, nameplate and tag, with printing, engraving or embossing, as described in Part 2 of this specification section. 2. Submit a sample of the data base information formats described in Part 3 of this specification section. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 BASE BID MANUFACTURERS A. Subject to compliance with the requirements of these specifications, manufacturers of telecommunications labeling and administration materials that may be incorporated into the work specified herein are as follows: (The order listed here is NOT an order of preference.) B. Pre-printed or machine printed self-adhesive labels for cables. 1. Panduit. RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 1 of 4

17 SECTION IDENTIFICATION FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS C. Pre-printed or machine printed inserts or self-adhesive labels for telecommunications outlets/jacks. 1. Systimax. 2. Ortronics 3. Panduit. 4. Mod-Tap. D. Pre-printed or machine printed inserts or self-adhesive labels for telecommunications terminal blocks and patch panels. 1. Systimax. 2. Ortronics. 3. Panduit. 4. Mod-Tap. E. Machine etched or engraved lamacoid or aluminum nameplates for telecommunications racks and termination fields. 1. At Contractor's discretion. F. Marker plates and tags for telecommunications pathways and large cables. 1. Panduit. G. Data Base. 1. At Contractor's discretion. 2.2 LABELS A. Pre-printed or machine printed self-adhesive labels for cables. Labels appropriately sized for cable diameter. Adheres to PVC or Fluoropolymer cable jackets. Should be self-laminating; i.e., have a clear adhesive tab to cover printed area to help maintain long-term legibility. Submit sample labels with machine printing for approval. B. Pre-printed or machine printed inserts or self-adhesive labels for telecommunications outlets/jacks. Labels appropriately sized for location and purpose. Adhere to, or fit in insert locations of, outlets/jacks. Submit sample labels with machine printing for approval. C. Pre-printed or machine printed inserts or self-adhesive labels for telecommunications terminal blocks and the front and rear of patch panels. Labels appropriately sized for location and purpose. Adhere to, or fit in insert locations of, terminal blocks/patch panels. Color-coding: Termination fields (backboards, panels, blocks and/or labels) are to have color-coding as follows: 1. Blue (Pantone 291C): station cable terminations. 2. White: first level backbone within the same building as the main cross-connect and second level backbone within buildings that do not contain the main cross-connect. 3. Gray (Pantone 422C): second level backbone within the same building as the main cross-connect. 4. Purple (Pantone 264C): terminations of cables from common equipment such as PBX, LAN, computer, multiplexer, etc. 5. Brown (Pantone 465C): inter-building backbone cable terminations. 6. Yellow (Pantone 101C): termination of auxiliary circuits, alarms, maintenance, security and other miscellaneous circuits. 7. Green (Pantone 353C): network connections from the customer side of the demarcation point. D. Submit sample labels with machine printing for each terminal block/panel/frame type with a sample of color-coding for approval. 2.3 NAME PLATES A. Name Plate; with etched or engraved upper case letters not less than 1/4-inch high; acceptable materials: lamacoid (black and white laminated Bakelite plate with beveled edges) or aluminum with black enamelbackground; typically to be used on telecommunications racks/cabinets, patch panels, termination fields, protector fields, etc.; appropriately sized for location and purpose; to be fastened with countersunk screws; data to be inscribed on name RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 2 of 4

18 SECTION IDENTIFICATION FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS plates as described in the specifications, as shown on the drawings and as agreed to by the Trustee's Representative. Submit sample nameplate for approval. 2.4 MARKER PLATES AND TAGS A. Marker Plates and Tags; stainless steel, brass or aluminum, as appropriate for the environment; with embossed or engraved lettering not less than 1/4-inch high; typically to be used on inner duct, conduits, etc.; may also be used on cables in excess of 1 inch diameter; appropriately sized for location and purpose; to be fastened with stainless steel wire or tie; data to be inscribed on marker plates and tags as described in the specifications, as shown on the drawings and as agreed to by the Trustee's Representative. Submit sample marker plate/tag for approval. 2.5 DATA BASE A. Required schedules are to be provided in printed form and on 3½-inch floppy disk or compact disk as comma delimited ASCII files readable by an "IBM-compatible" personal computer; the particular software used to prepare this information is at discretion of the Contractor. Submit samples of each type of printed data for approval. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 LABELING GENERAL A. The administration of the telecommunications infrastructure includes: 1. Labels (plates, tags, etc.) to identify individual components. 2. Schedules (or other records (printed and/or in computer data base form) to document information about the individual components and the relationships between them. 3. Plans or drawings to assist with visualizing the physical and/or logical locations of the components. B. The Contractor is to furnish and install labels on all applicable items installed under this work and to provide all related records and drawings so that the Trustees will be able to administer the telecommunications infrastructure. 3.2 LABEL INSTALLATION A. Labels that are to be secured by adhesive must have a type of adhesive that is appropriate for the particular surface upon which the label is to be installed. The mounting surface must be free of dust, dirt, oil, etc. that would impede the adhesion of the labels. B. Labels, plates and tags are to be installed in such a manner that they will be accessible for viewing after completion of the work. (Exception: It is understood that labels on the outlet end of station cables are generally not visible unless the face plates, bezel, module, etc., is removed or opened.) C. Any temporary labels used by the Contractor during installation, cable pulling, etc. are to be removed and replaced by the permanent labels identified in Part 2 of this specification before the work will be accepted. D. Any permanent labels that are damaged or become illegible during the construction period are to be replaced by the Contractor before the work will be accepted. 3.3 LABELING REQUIREMENTS A. Labels, plates and tags are to be installed on: 1. Outlets. 2. Cables (does not include jumper wire or patch cords). 3. Cable pathways (inner ducts, cable racking, conduits, cable trays, etc.). RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 3 of 4

19 SECTION IDENTIFICATION FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS 4. Termination fields, blocks, frames and patch panels. 5. Telecommunications rooms, closets, cabinets, etc. (spaces). 6. Components of the telecommunications grounding and bonding system. B. In general, the label, plate or tag is to be provided and installed by Contractor who installed the item that is being labeled. C. Refer to individual telecommunications specification sections (Division 27) and to the telecommunications drawings for additional information on labeling requirements. 3.4 ACCEPTANCE A. Upon receipt of the Contractor's as-built documentation, the Trustee's Representative will review/observe the labeling installation and related database. Where labeling has been concealed by the installation of cover plates, the Trustee's Representative reserves the right to request that the Contractor open a representative sample of locations to verify that the labeling was properly accomplished. B. Once the Trustee's Representative is satisfied that all work is in accordance with the Contract Documents, the Trustee's Representative will notify the Contractor in writing. 3.5 RECORD DOCUMENTS A. The Contractor shall keep careful records of how the cables and cross-connects are actually installed, and shall use such records to prepare the as-built cabling documentation. B. The Project record drawings shall show labeling and other data base information in sufficient detail to unambiguously identify the location and name of each item installed under this work. In particular, the following shall, as a minimum, be included: 1. Floor plans shall show labeling for all outlets, cable trays, telecommunications closets, conduits over 1¼-inch diameter and their related pull/splice boxes, and room number or other work area space identification. 2. Enlarged plans shall show the labeling for cable trays, cable racking, all conduits, termination fields/frames, racks and cabinets. 3. Elevation views of telecommunications rooms, backboards, racks, frames and/or cabinets shall show termination and protector fields, telecommunications bonding backbone and bus bars, wall mounted cabinets, etc. 4. Riser diagrams shall show the identity of backbone pathways, cables, and telecommunications bonding backbone components. C. The Project as-built database (schedules) shall include both printed and electronic (disk, cd-rom, etc.) media. As a minimum, the database shall include complete as-built versions of all schedules identified in the 27 XX XX series of telecommunications specification sections and/or on the drawings. END OF SECTION RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 4 of 4

20 SECTION VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SECTION VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A. Provide vibration isolation and seismic restraints in accordance with the Contract Documents. B. Provide seismic raised floor beneath all communications racks or cabinets installed in a raised floor area. C. Provide seismic restraints for all telecommunications cable trays, cable racking and conduits that are installed suspended from overhead supports. 1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Vibration isolators and seismic restraints shall be of the same manufacturer. 1.3 STANDARDS A. Bellcore GR-63-CORE for Network Equipment Building Systems (NEBS) for seismic zone 4. B. Requirements for UBC seismic zone SUBMITTALS A. Manufacturer s product data sheets and installation instructions for each vibration isolator and seismic restraint. B. Plan and elevation diagrams showing equipment, points of attachment, vibration isolators, seismic restraints, mounting methods, and hardware types and sizes. C. Seismic restraint calculations. Seismic restraint calculations shall be certified by a Professional Structural or Civil Engineer registered in the State of California. D. Field inspection report. 1.5 FIELD INSPECTION A. Upon completion of the installation, the manufacturer s local representative shall field inspect the installation and submit a report verifying the completeness and performance of the installation. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS A. For Seismic Raised Floor: Hilti, or approved alternate. (Note: The Hilti Seismic Raised Floor System was used as the basis of design for this project.) B. For Seismic Restraint of Overhead Systems: P-W Industries, Inc., B-Line, GS Metals, or approved alternate. RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 1 of 1

21 SECTION VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS 2.2 SEISMIC RAISED FLOOR A. Components: 1. Strut Rail: Hilti MS-21D 2. Strut Splice: Hilti MQV Strut Column: Hilti MF-41D 4. Gusset Plate: Hilti MV-3/2DX Connector 5. Column Base: Hilti MF-41DX Base 6. Fastener: Hilti MQN Pushbutton 7. Expansion Anchor: Hilti HSL-1 M12/0 * Angle Bracket: Hilti MQW-S-1 Single Brace Angle Bracket 2.3 SEISMIC RESTRAINTS FOR OVERHEAD SYSTEMS A. Components: 1. Support Member (for cable tray, cable racking or conduit): Typically 1-5/8" x 1-5/8" x 12 ga. steel strut by P-W Industries, B-Line, or approved equal. 2. Threaded Support Rod: size as required 3. Rod Stiffener with rod stiffener clips: Typically 1-5/8" x 1-5/8" x 12 ga. steel strut by P-W Industries, B- Line, or approved equal. 4. Wire Rope or Cable: size and length as required 5. Brace Connections to Cable Tray Support Member and Structure: per system manufacturer's recommendations PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 GENERAL A. Installation shall be in accordance with seismic restraint calculations and manufacturer s installation instructions. B. Verify that mounting methods provide the required seismic restraint. 3.2 SEISMIC RAISED FLOOR A. Install seismic raised floor to support all floor-mounted telecommunications racks or cabinets installed in areas of raised flooring as shown on the drawings. 3.3 GENERAL A. Install seismic support and restraint systems for all telecommunications cable tray, cable racking and conduits supported from overhead structure as required by Code. END OF SECTION RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 2 of 2

22 SECTION CONDUITS AND BOXES FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SECTION CONDUITS AND BOXES FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A. Provide raceways and boxes in accordance with the Contract Documents. 1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Telecommunications service providers' approval of the incoming service installation. 1.3 CODES AND STANDARDS A. Codes: Refer to Specification Section B. Reference Standards: Refer to Specification Section SUBMITTALS A. Also refer to Specification Sections , and B. Conduit and Boxes: 1. Shop Drawings: Coordinated conduit layout drawings, 1/8-inch scale, minimum. Show routing of all telecommunications conduits of trade size 2-inch or larger. Show locations of all telecommunications pull, splice or termination (outlet) boxes connected to conduits of trade size 2-inch or larger. C. Wall Boxes or Floor Boxes (if exposed in public or tenant areas): 1. Manufacturer s product data sheets. 2. 1/8 inch scale plans showing box types and locations. 3. For floor boxes only: A sample of the box assembled complete with carpet/floor flange, covers, a 6" conduit stub and outlets/jacks with 3 ft. cable stubs. D. Fire Rated Poke-through Devices: 1. Manufacturer s product data sheets. 2. 1/8 inch scale plans showing device locations. 3. A sample of the poke-through device assembled complete with carpet/floor flange, covers, a 6" conduit stub (if applicable) and outlets/jacks with 3 ft. cable stubs. 1.5 IDENTIFICATION A. Mark each telecommunications conduit and box with a unique identifier as required by the Contract Documents. B. Refer also to Specification Section PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS A. Conduit and Boxes (not exposed in public or tenant areas): RMW CSU East Bay Student Services and Administrative Building, Hayward, California Page - 1 of 6