Data Center Cabling Guide

Data Center Cabling Guide
Planning Your Data Center
Version 2
TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S PA G E
Introduction 3
Data Center Horizontal Cabling Topology 5

Topology Number 1: 6
Centralized with Cross-connect
Partially Centralized (end-of-row) with Inter-connect
Distributed In-cabinet (top-of-rack) Switching
The Storage Area Network (SAN) 11
Data Center Cabling Sample Configurations 12
Cabling Sample Number 1: 14

Centralized Cross-connect in a 672 x 672-port HDA
Cable Routing Guidelines 16
Bill of Materials 18

Partially Centralized Inter-connect in a 672 x 672-port HDA

EDA with 96 Copper Ports from HDA and 48 Fiber Ports From SAN

Cross-connect Cabling for a 720-port SAN
Belden Data Center Product Offering 33
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Introduction
Your Data Center is more than a space that simply houses servers and network equipment –
it is a system. The term “system” is defined as “a set of interacting or interdependent entities, real
or abstract, forming an integrated whole.” Within the Data Center, the various entities that make
up the system work together to protect and manage both current and future equipment, the data
transmitted, and the thousands of connections between servers and switches and the outlying areas
of the network. All of these entities are interrelated and connected by the structured cabling system,
which designers and end-users are striving to design for better scalability, flexibility, manageability,
availability and lower total cost of ownership. Belden understands that designing the Data Center
structured cabling system is a complex and often confusing task with many options to weigh and
consider, and we’re here to help. That is why we’ve developed this guide as a living document,
adding more configurations over time.
General Cabling Considerations

• Availability
Before designing the backbone and horizontal
Determine required uptime for the Data
cabling in your Data Center, there are several Center and establish level of redundancy
factors to consider: for cabling uplinks, power, and cooling.
Determine overall level of security for
• Scalability equipment in the Data Center.
Calculate the required life expectancy of
the cabling infrastructure by determining • Total Cost of Ownership
current and future requirements for data Determine current and future cost per
transmission between functional areas of the square foot of the Data Center based on
Data Center. Ensure ample space to support all scalability, flexibility, manageability
current and future number of ports, servers and availability requirements.
and switches.
Each of these elements will have a role in
• Flexibility and Manageability determining the design of each of the
functional areas of a Data Center and the
Clarify how frequently you will need to
make moves, adds and changes, and if you cabling products selected.
anticipate needing to reconfigure functional
areas of the Data Center. Also, determine
cabling distances and limitations from
one functional area to another and ensure
ample pathway space to reroute or add
more cabling.
Introduction (continued)
Functional Area
Backbone ER/TR
The TIA-942 Telecommunications Infrastructure
Standard for Data Centers addresses cabling
MDA/HDA
infrastructure in the Data Center and defines Support Offices
specific functional areas to help determine
the placement of cabling, components and
equipment. Following TIA-942 for functional
area layout is the first step in establishing a
well-designed cabling infrastructure for
your Data Center.
• Entrance Room
The entrance room is the location for access
provider equipment, demarcation points and
interface with other campus locations.
• Main Distribution Area (MDA)
The MDA houses the main cross-connect
and the core routers and switches for the
corporate LAN.
ZDA
• Horizontal Distribution Area (HDA) EDA
The HDA houses cross-connects and active
equipment (LAN, SAN, KVM switches) for
connecting to the EDA(s).
• Zone Distribution Area (ZDA)
The optional ZDA acts as a consolidation Horizontal
point within the Horizontal Cabling run
between the HDA and EDA(s).
• Equipment Distribution Area (EDA) • Backbone Cabling and Horizontal Cabling
The EDA is where cabinets and racks Backbone Cabling provides connections
house end equipment (servers) and where between the entrance room, MDA and HDA.
Horizontal Cabling from the HDA is Horizontal Cabling provides connection
terminated at patch panels. between the HDA and EDA, including the ZDA.
Data Center Horizontal Cabling Topologies
To connect the main core routers and switches • Cabling capacity of pathways
in the MDA to the end equipment located in to each functional area
the EDA(s), cabling can be designed in various Access Primary Entrance
Ample pathway capacity must be available
topologies, each with its own benefits and Providers Facility
to converge Horizontal Cabling from EDA(s)
disadvantages. to a single HDA.
Backbone Cable
In a centralized switching topology, Backbone • Physical space available for
Cabling from the MDA runs to switches in patch panels in the HDA
Physical space must be available to locate Support Center TR
the HDA(s), which connect to the EDA(s) via
Horizontal Cabling. This topology can also several patch panels in close proximity MDA
to switches. Backbone
deploy a ZDA within the Horizontal Cabling. Cable
Horizontal Cable
In a distributed topology, the MDA connects • Level of security and protection required
directly to the EDA(s) via Horizontal Cabling, for core switches and servers
eliminating the HDA. To determine which Offices, Operations Center,
The use of a centralized switching topology Support Rooms
topology is best for your specific Data Center in an HDA can limit access to core switches in
situation, there are several factors to consider: the MDA and servers in the EDA(s).
• Number of ports deployed in the EDA(s) • Frequency of moves, adds, and changes Backbone Cable
Backbone Cable
Small Data Centers may not require HDA(s), Making frequent moves, adds, and changes
whereas large number of EDA ports may be can be more difficult in a distributed HDA
more easily managed in an HDA. topology where several switches are HDA
spread out in EDA(s). Horizontal Cable
• Distance limitations to reach each Horizontal Cable
EDA from the MDA
Multiple HDAs may be required to reach
EDA(s) in larger Data Centers.
Horizontal Cable ZDA
Horizontal Cable or
EDA EDA Zone Area Cord
EDA
Computer Room
Topology Number 1:
Centralized with Cross-connect
In this topology, Backbone Cabling from the the HDA patch panels. The cabling from each
MDA connects to switches in the HDA. All switch in the HDA terminates on patch panels
cabling is centralized in one cross-connect that mirror the switch ports. Each switch
in the HDA and distributed from the HDA to patch panel (Equipment Field) is then cross-
multiple EDA(s) or rows. This scenario uses a connected to a second patch panel (Cabling
Cold aisle
three-connector channel where Horizontal Field) that mirrors patch panel ports
Cabling runs from the EDA patch panels to in each EDA.
Hot aisle
PP3
SW PP1 PP2
HDA EDA SVR Cold aisle
3–connector channel (patch panels in HDA and EDA)
Hot aisle
PP1 PP2
PP2 PP3 PP4
SW
SVR
HDA ZDA EDA
SAN
4–connector channel (patch panels in the HDA, ZDA and EDA)
Illustration Legend
Distribution Rack
PP1 PP2 PP3 PP4 Patch Panel Rack
Switch Rack
SW
SVR Patch Cords
HDA ZCA EDA Distribution Cables
4–connector channel (patch panels in the HDA, ZCA and EDA) Fiber Cables
Pigtails
Topology Number 1:
Centralized with (end-of-row) Cross-connect (continued)
Benefits of Centralized Cross-connect Centralized Cross-connect with a ZDA
• Enables permanent connections to switches While not widely deployed, a ZDA can be
so that sensitive ports are never touched. used in the Horizontal Cabling from the HDA
• Improves flexibility and manageability to the EDA(s). This scenario uses a four-connector
with all moves, adds, and changes made at channel where either one or both patch panels
the patch panels in the cross-connect. of the cross-connect are located within a ZDA
• Any switch can be connected to any (interconnect) or a ZCA (cross-connect). The use
equipment location. of a ZDA means that functional areas can be
• Centralized cross-connect can be placed easily reconfigured within the Data Center, and
anywhere in the Data Center to reserve cross-connects can be located in completely
premium cooling space for active equipment. separate areas for maximum
• Optimizes cabinet utilization by reserving security and cooling efficiency. On the other
cabinet space for servers. hand, the use of a four-connector channel
• Keeps equipment secure if necessary. and ZDA requires the maximum number of
• The cross-connect can use either modular terminations/connectors and patch panels.
patch panels or IDC (Insulation Displacement
Connection) blocks. Considerations for cabling in the ZDA
include the following:
Disadvantages of • How many copper and fiber ports

Centralized Cross-connect are required in the ZDA?
• The performance of minimally compliant
• May require longer copper cable runs connectivity if horizontal cabling between
to EDA(s) in large Data Centers. ZDA and HDA is less than
• Requires a greater number of terminations 15 meters (49 ft).
and patch panels.
• Requires ample pathway space to converge
cabling from EDA(s) to HDA.
• Requires more space to accommodate
patch panels.
Topology Number 2:
Partially Centralized with (end-of-row) Inter-connect
In this topology, the Backbone Cabling Benefits of Partially

from the MDA is connected to switches in Centralized Switching
multiple HDA(s) located within an EDA or row,
essentially locating network equipment closer • Minimizes distances of copper cabling
runs in larger Data Centers.
to the EDA(s). This scenario uses two-connector
channels where Horizontal Cabling runs from • Reduces number of terminations Cold aisle
the EDA patch panels to the HDA patch panels. and patch panels.
To connect a new server to the network, the • Reduces amount of required pathway space.
EDA patch panel port is connected to the • Patch panels and switches can be located in
switch port. adjacent racks/cabinets. Hot aisle
SW PP2 PP2 Cold aisle
SVR
HDA EDA
2–connector channel (patch panels in the server cabinet)
Hot aisle
PP2
SW
SAN
SVR
HDA EDA
Illustration Legend
1–connector channel (patch panels in the HDA only)
Distribution Rack
Patch Panel Rack
SW Switch Rack
Patch Cords
SVR Distribution Cables
HDA EDA Fiber Cables
Point-to-point (no patch panels involved) Pigtails
Topology Number 2:
Partially Centralized with (end-of-row) Inter-connect (continued)
Disadvantages of Partially Point-to-Point Connection Scenario

Centralized Switching
The partially centralized topology can also
• Reduces security and efficient use of include a point-to-point connection scenario
premium cooling space by eliminating where switches are located in the HDA separate
ability to locate single HDA anywhere in from the servers in the EDA, but no cross-
the Data Center. connect or inter-connect is deployed. This option
• Reduces manageability with moves, adds, is the least expensive cabling option as it requires
and changes made at patch panels in each only long patch cords that connect directly
row vs. one central location. from the switch to the server, with no patch
• Reduces flexibility because any switch panels required. However, the point-to-point
cannot be easily connected to any scenario makes for difficult moves, adds, and
equipment location. changes, and slack management. This scenario
• Reduces scalability because unused switch is also a poor return on investment because
ports in one row cannot be easily allocated new patch cords lengths are required when
for another equipment row. a new server is added, and patch cords are
discarded when servers are decommissioned.
One-connector Channel with
Patch Panels Only in the HDA
Another connection scenario for this topology

includes a one-connector channel where patch
panels are located only in the HDA. Switches
connect to patch panels in the HDA, which
connect directly to equipment in the EDA.
This connection scenario may be used in
smaller applications with few equipment
ports, but where isolating sensitive switch
ports is still desired. One benefit is that the
mounting rail in the server enclosures could be
used 100% for servers since no patch panels
are used in the EDA. However the permanent
cabling deployed in the horizontal limits
the flexibility.
Topology Number 3:
Distributed In-cabinet (top-of-rack) Switching
In this topology, the Backbone Cabling from

the MDA is connected directly to switches SW
within each cabinet of the EDA, essentially
eliminating the use of an HDA. SVR
HDA/EDA
Benefits of Distributed Topology
Direct patch from switch to serve
Cold aisle
• Reduces cabling complexity.
• Lowers cabling costs. Illustration Legend
• Reduces amount of required pathway space. Distribution Rack
• Ideal for situations where one specific area Hot aisle Patch Panel Rack
of the network must be separately and/or Switch Rack
securely controlled. Patch Cords
Distribution Cables
• Potentially better ROI if planning to use Switches
Fiber Cables
extremely high bandwidth applications in Cold aisle Pigtails
the near future (40 Gb/s or 100 Gb/s).
Disadvantages of Distributed Switching
• Requires costly switches to support ports Hot aisle

in each equipment cabinet.
• Higher initial investment in
network equipment.
SAN/CORE
• Requires touching sensitive switch ports
during moves, adds, and changes.
• Reduces manageability and flexibility
with moves, adds, and changes made • More difficult to conduct maintenance on
within each cabinet. switches (i.e., firmware updates) since they
• Reduces scalability because unused switch are distributed in many locations.
ports in one EDA are not easily allocated for
use in another.
Note: See SAN details on pg. 11
The Storage Area Network (SAN)
As the amount of data and storage required Cabling Considerations for the SAN Pre-terminated Solutions
continues to increase, Data Center managers
When allocating space and designing cabling For easy, quick, and reliable deployment and
are looking to implement faster backup and
and connectivity for the SAN, there are many reconfigurations in the SAN, pre-terminated
retrieval speeds, better scalability to add more
factors and options to consider. solutions are an ideal choice. These connector
storage, and overall better flexibility and
modules feature multiple pre-terminated fiber
manageability. As a result, network storage is
• Ensure plenty of space for scalability connectors on one side that transition to one
now being moved away from other servers to
by determining the number of servers plug-and-go MPO connector on the other.
a separate network of its own, known as the connected to the SAN both now and Pre-terminated solutions can provide the
SAN. The SAN is strictly dedicated to transmit- in the future. following benefits in a SAN environment:
ting large amounts of data between servers
and storage devices such as disk arrays, tape • When deciding between a cross-connect
or inter-connect, determine the frequency • Faster overall deployment.
libraries, and optical jukeboxes. This is most of moves, adds, and changes and level
often accomplished using fiber cross-connect • No fiber connectorization expertise required.
of security required.
or inter-connect technology for maximum • Fast and easy moves, adds, and changes with
data transfer rates. • When selecting cabling and connector type, plug-and-go application.
and termination method, determine amount
of bandwidth required, cabling distance • Easy slack management and
The use of a centralized SAN cross-connect limitations, return loss budget for the protection of fibers.
offers the following benefits: application, and level of expertise to
connectorize and install fiber. • High density for more space and scalability.
• Enables permanent connections to switches
so that sensitive ports are never touched.
• Improves flexibility and manageability with
all moves, adds, and changes made at the
fiber patch panels in the cross-connect.
• Any switch can be connected to any
equipment location.
• SAN cross-connect can be placed anywhere
in the Data Center for improved security
with all switch ports mirrored on fiber
patch panels.
Data Center Cabling Sample Configurations
The following Data Center cabling configurations Cable Installation and • Managing patch cords from both sides in
represent typical layouts often encountered Routing Guidelines a patch panel (ports 1-12 and 13-24)
in Data Centers, but they are not necessarily facilitates patch cord dressing and allows
connected together within the same Data • Using back-to-back vertical managers with better visibility to the port labeling.
high-density fingers in the back provides
Center. The information presented in these
intuitive routing by better guiding the cables. • Whenever possible, populate patch cords in
samples is intended to help the designer of the the patch panels by progressing from the
cabling infrastructure choose the right Belden • A bundle size of 12 cables is the optimum outer ports toward the center.
vertical manager fill ratio. See calculation
products to optimize Data Center scalability, tables on the following page for capacity.
flexibility, manageability, availability and lower
• Cables should be inserted in a specific order Four Simple Rules for Optimum Patch
total cost of ownership. Belden can work with Cord Management
customers to design alternative configurations for proper management:
using the same components to address specific – When cabling enters the rack from
under-floor cable pathways, bundles of • Cable slack must never be left hanging loose
Data Center needs. in the channel. This can cause “bunching” of
cables intended for the upper patch the cords at the bottom.
The configurations detailed on the following panels should be routed first. These
cables should be placed at the bottom • Always use Velcro ties to guide patch cords
pages include: and manage slack.
of the channel and then connected.
• Partially Centralized Inter-connect in a Layers of bundles are then laid in an • Always use the shortest cord available for
672-port HDA.
orderly manner on top of each other the connection.
• Centralized Cross-connect in a 672 x 672- with cables connected to patch panels
port HDA. • Create patching zones between Cabling
routed from the upper part to lower Distribution and Equipment fields.
• EDA with 96 Copper Ports from the HDA part of the rack.
and 48 Fiber Ports from SAN.
• Cross-connect Cabling for a 384 X 720- – When cabling enters the rack from
port SAN. overhead cable pathways, bundles of
cables intended for the lower patch
More configurations will be added over time.
panels should be routed first. These
cables should be placed at the bottom
of the channel and then connected.
Layers of bundles are then laid in an
orderly manner on top of each other
with cables connected to the patch
panels routed from the lower part to
the top of the rack.
Maximum Number of Cables or Patch Cords in
Vertical and Horizontal Managers
The following tables define the maximum can be installed in vertical or horizontal cable
number of copper cables or patch cords that managers based on cable type.
Table A - Maximum number of cables in vertical managers

Vertical Manager Size CAT6A Beyond CAT6 (4800) CAT6 (2400)
6” 360 408 480
10” 456 576 948
12” 720 816 1092
Note: All with bundles of 12 cables.
Table B - Maximum number of patch cords in vertical managers

Vertical Manager Size CAT6A CAT6+
6” 168 264
10” 288 384
12” 432 552
Note: With the minimum slack left in the channel.
Table C - Maximum number of patch cords in a horizontal manager

Horizontal Manager Size CAT6A CAT6+
1U 40 60
2U 80 120
3U 120 180
Note: All cords are passing through, no slack left in the channel
Table D - Maximum number of pigtails in a vertical manager

Vertical Manager Size CAT6A CAT6+
6” 168 264
10” 288 384
12” 432 552
Cabling Sample Number 1:
Centralized Cross-connect in a 672 x 672-port HDA
This example demonstrates how to cable a HDA Cross-connect Installation Tips: HDA Alternatives:
672 x 672-port HDA using a centralized cross- • AngleFlex™ patch panels allow intuitive • Can be assembled in a high-density cabinet
connect. The switch patch panels (Equipment patch cord management and help keep clean (XHD84-Series). See Product Offering.
Field) located in the center of each rack both HDA connection fields. • When using the high-density (XHD84 Series)
contain 14 24-port patch panels for a total of 672 • Locating the Equipment Field in the center cabinet, use the center and side extension
ports that mirror switch ports. Those patch panels of the rack alleviates congestion on kits (XHD8443CXF and XHG8443SXF) to
are then cross-connected to patch panels (Cabling vertical channels. increase the capacity of the vertical
Field) located in the top and bottom of the racks, • Configure AngleFlex patch panels with channels and properly manage patch cords.
left/right cable management per installation See Product Offering.
which mirror patch panel ports in each EDA.
guidelines supplied with product.
HDA Cabling Considerations: • Avoid too much patch cord slack for optimum
operation. Refer to the table for patch cord
• Number of ports in each EDA. length recommendations.
• Distance limitation to reach EDAs.
• Capacity of pathways converging to HDA.
• Capacity to install patch panels close to switches.
• Level of security required in HDA.
• Frequency of moves, adds, and changes.
Centralized Cross-connect in a 672 x 672-port HDA (continued)
Center Vertical Manager

19" Telecom Rack #1 12" Wide 19" Telecom Rack #2
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Floor
Front View
Front Cable Routing Guidelines for 672 x 672 Cross-connect
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E DA Ca b lin g E DA Ca b lin g
Typical Patch Cord Path Field 1 Field 2
From EDA Fields Left Side Right Side Left Side Right Side
To HDA Closest Fields
Typical Patch Cord Path

From EDA Fields
To HDA Most Distant Fields Upper Upper Upper Upper

Left Side Right Side Left Side Right Side
HDA Ca b lin g HDA Ca b lin g

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To HDA 1 HDA 2
From Upper Left Upper Right Lower Left Lower Right Upper Left Upper Right Lower Left Lower Right Upper Upper Upper Upper
Left Side Right Side Left Side Right Side
Left 4 ft 7 ft 5 ft 7 ft 7 ft 8 ft 8 ft 9 ft
EDA 1

Right 7 ft 4 ft 7 ft 5 ft 5 ft 7 ft 6 ft 8 ft
Left Side Vertical Manager

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EDA 2
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EDA 3
Right 7 ft 5 ft 7 ft 4 ft 6 ft 8 ft 5 ft 7 ft Field 3 Field 4
Left 8 ft 6 ft 7 ft 5 ft 5 ft 7 ft 4 ft 7 ft Left Side Right Side Left Side Right Side
EDA 4
Front View
Patch Cord Management
Rear Cable Routing Guidelines for 672 x 672 Cross-connect
To EDA Cabinets
To Network Switch
168 UTP Pigtails
168 UTP Pigtails
168 UTP Pigtails
168 UTP Pigtails

ED A C a b l i n g ED A C a b l i n g
Field 2 Field 1
Rear Rear
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168 UTP Pigtails

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HDA Cabling HDA Cabling

Field 2 Field 1
Rear Rear
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ED A C a b l i n g ED A C a b l i n g
Field 4 Field 3
Rear Rear
Rear View
Cable Management
Belden Bill of Materials for 672 X 672 Cross-connect
Item Description Part Number Quantities Notes

Racks, Frames & Cable Management
19" Telecom Rack Aluminum relay rack 19"Wx84"H, #12-24 tapped hole, Black, Knock Down BHRR194 2
Vertical Managers 12" Combination High/low with front doors, 12"Wx84"H, w 3 Slack Management Spools, Black BHVHL12 1
Vertical Managers 6" Combination High/low with front doors, 6"Wx84"H, Black BHVHL06 2
Horizontal Manager with Cover 3U 19" WX3U, Black BHH193U 4
Augmented Category 6 Solution - IBDN System 10GX
Distribution Cable
Augmented Category 6A Cable 10GX12 Nonbonded-Pairs Cable, 4-Pair, 23 AWG UTP, 305 m (1000 ft), Spool, Blue 10GX12 0061000 672 runs Length = TBD
Single-ended Patch Cords (Pigtails)
7.6 m (25 ft) 10GX Pigtail, 4-Pair, 23 AWG Solid, T568B — Open, CMR CA21208025 672
Patch Cords
Cat6A Modular Cord 10GX, Modular Cord, 4 pairs, 23 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, CMR, Blue, 4 ft (1.2 m) CA21106004 336
Patch Panels
HDA Cabling Field
Panels AngleFlex Patch Panel, 1U, 24 ports, Black AX103248 28
Keystone Style Modules 10GX KeyConnect Modular Jack, Red AX102285 672
EDA Cabling Field
Panels AngleFlex Patch Panel, 1U, 24 ports, Black AX103248 28
Keystone Style Modules 10GX KeyConnect Modular Jack, Blue AX102268 672
Beyond Category 6 Solution - IBDN System 4800LX
Distribution Cable
Enhanced Category 6 Nonbonded-Pairs, Riser DataTwist 4800 Cable, 4-pair, 23 AWG UTP, 305m (1000 ft) Spool, Blue 4812 D151000 672 runs Length = TBD
Pig Tails
Cat6 7,6 m (25 ft) GigaFlex CAT6+ Pig Tails, 4 pairs, 23 AWG, T568A/B-open, CMR, Grey, 7.6 m (25 ft) C601308025 672
Patch Cords
CAT6+ Modular Cord CAT6+ Patch Cord, Bonded-Pair, 4-Pair, 24 AWG Solid, T568A/B-T568A/B, CMR, Blue, 4 ft (1.2 m) C601106004 336
Patch Panels
HDA Cabling Field
Patch Panels AngleFlex Patch Panel, 1U, 24 ports, Black AX103248 28
Keystone Style Modules CAT6+ KeyConnect Modular Jack, Red AX101323 672
EDA Cabling Field
Patch Panels AngleFlex Patch Panel, 1U, 24 ports, Black AX103248 28
Keystone Style Modules CAT6+ KeyConnect Modular Jack, Blue AX101326 672
Miscellaneous Accessories
Labeling Automated LabelFlex Advanced Software, 1 CD/pack AX101569 1
Partially Centralized Inter-Connect in a 672-port HDA
This example demonstrates how a 672-port HDA Inter-connect Installation Tips: HDA Installation Alternatives:
HDA is cabled using a partially centralized
topology with inter-connect. Within this • AngleFlex patch panels allow intuitive patch • Can be assembled in a high-density cabinet
HDA, two 336-port switches each connect to cord management and help keep clean HDA (XHD84-Series). See Product Offering.
connection fields. • When using the high-density (XHD84 Series)
fourteen 24-port patch panels via permanent
cabling. From each patch panel, cabling • Horizontal managers below and above the cabinet, use the center and side extension
terminates to patch panels or equipment switch increase flexibility for switch access. kits (XHD8443CXF and XHG8443SXF) to
• Configure AngleFlex patch panels with increase the capacity of the vertical channels
in the EDA (not shown). and properly manage patch cords. See
left/right cable management per installation
guidelines supplied with product. Product Offering.
HDA Cabling Considerations:
• Avoid too much patch cord slack for
• Number of ports in each EDA. optimum operation. Refer to the table for
patch cord length recommendations.
• Distance limitation to reach EDAs.
• Cisco Catalyst switches (shown) should be
• Capacity of pathways converging to HDA. cabled from the right to avoid blocking the
• Capacity to install patch panels cooling fan.
close to switches. • Manage patch cord slack at the patch
• Level of security required in HDA. panel level to avoid congesting the
entry of the switch.
Partially Centralized Inter-Connect in a 672-port HDA (continued)
Front Cable Routing Guidelines for 672-port HDA
19" Rack
Left Side 19" Rack
Center Right Side
Vertical Manager Vertical Manager Vertical Manager
6" Wide 12" Wide 6" Wide
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Cabling Fields 1 to EDA Cabinets Cabling Fields 1 to2EDA Cabinets

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Cabling Fields to EDA Cabinets

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14 x 24 ports AngleFlex Patch Panels 1U 14 14

x 24x 24
ports AngleFlex Patch Panels 1U 1U
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ports AngleFlex Patch Panels

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Ports
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WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47

WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47
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2 12 24 26 36 48
STATUS 48 P OR T 10/100/1000 BASE-T SWITCHING MODULE

STATUS 4 8 P ORT 10/100/1000 BASE-T SWITCHING MODULE
ETHERNET 2 4 5 6 7 2 4 5 6 7 2 2 22 2 24
ETHERNET 25 26 27 2 2 2 4 5 6 7 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
2 4 5 6 7 2 4 5 6 7 2 2 22 2 24 25 26 27 2 2 2 4 5 6 7 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47

WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47
17 17 17
2 12 24 26 36 48
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2 12 24 26 36 48
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STATUS 4 8 P ORT 10/100/1000 BASE-T SWITCHING MODULE 2 5 ETHERNET 2 6 7
2 4 5 6 7 2 4 5 6 7 2 2 22 2 24
ETHERNET 25 26 27 2 2 2 4 5 6 7 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
2 4 5 6 7 4 6 7 2 2 22 2 24 25 26 27 2 2 4 5 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47

WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47
2 12 24 26 36 48
2 12 24 26 36 48
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STATUS 4 8 P ORT 10/100/1000 BASE-T SWITCHING MODULE 2 5 ETHERNET 2 6 7
2 4 5 6 7 2 4 5 6 7 2 2 22 2 24
ETHERNET 25 26 27 2 2 2 4 5 6 7 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
2 4 5 6 7 4 6 7 2 2 22 2 24 25 26 27 2 2 4 5 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47

WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47
2 12 24 26 36 48
2 12 24 26 36 48
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STATUS 4 8 P ORT 10/100/1000 BASE-T SWITCHING MODULE
ETHERNET 2 4 5 6 7 2 4 5 6 7 2 2 22 2 24
ETHERNET 25 26 27 2 2 2 4 5 6 7 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
2 4 5 6 7 2 4 5 6 7 2 2 22 2 24 25 26 27 2 2 2 4 5 6 7 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47

WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47
2 12 24 26 36 48
2 12 24 26 36 48
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STATUS 4 8 P ORT 10/100/1000 BASE-T SWITCHING MODULE ETHERNET
2 5 2 6 7
2 4 5 6 7 2 4 5 6 7 2 2 22 2 24
ETHERNET 25 26 27 2 2 2 4 5 6 7 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
2 4 5 6 7 4 6 7 2 2 22 2 24 25 26 27 2 2 4 5 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
WS-X6548-GE-TX
WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47
1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47
2 12 24 26 36 48
2 12 24 26 36 48
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STATUS 4 8 P ORT 10/100/1000 BASE-T SWITCHING MODULE ETHERNET
2 5 2 6 7
2 4 5 6 7 2 4 5 6 7 2 2 22 2 24
ETHERNET 25 26 27 2 2 2 4 5 6 7 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
2 4 5 6 7 4 6 7 2 2 22 2 24 25 26 27 2 2 4 5 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47

WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47
2 12 24 26 36 48
2 12 24 26 36 48
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STATUS 4 8 P ORT 10/100/1000 BASE-T SWITCHING MODULE 2 4 5 6 7 ETHERNET 2 4 5 6 7
2 4 5 6 7 2 4 5 6 7 2 2 22 2 24
ETHERNET 25 26 27 2 2 2 4 5 6 7 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
2 4 5 6 7 2 2 22 2 24 25 26 27 2 2 4 4 42 4 44 45 46 47 4
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Front View
Front Cable Routing Guidelines for 672-port HDA (continued)

Patch Cord Path
Shortest Longest From Right Side of Distribution Field 2
From To To Switch B
Cord Cord
Distribution Field #1 Patch Cord Path
C
L C
L
Ports of PP to PP From Right Side of Distribution Field 1
To Switch A

01 to 12 01 03 Switch A 7 ft (2.1 m) 8 ft (2.4 m)
Distribution Distribution

13 to 24 01 02 Switch A 5 ft (1.5 m) 6 ft (1.8 m) Field 1 to EDA Field 2 to EDA
13 to 24 03 08 Switch A 4 ft (1.2 m) 5 ft (1.5 m) 336 ports 336 ports
Distribution Field #2
Ports of PP to PP
01 to 12 01 03 Switch B 7 ft (2.1 m) 8 ft (2.4 m)
01 to 12 04 09 Switch B 6 ft (1.8 m) 7 ft (2.1 m) Middle Horizontal
Management
Sw i t c h A Sw i t c h B
13 to 24 09 14 Switch B 3 ft (0.9 m) 4 ft (1.2 m) Patch Cord Path 336 336
From Left Side of Distribution Field 2
To Switch B
UTP ports UTP ports
Patch Cord Path

From Right Side of Distribution Field 1
Lower Horizontal
To Switch A
Management
Front View
Patch Cord Management
Rear Cable Routing Guidelines for 672-port HDA
168 UTP 168 UTP

To EDA Cabinets 4 pair cables 4 pair cables To EDA Cabinets
4 pair cables
4 pair cables
168 UTP
168 UTP
Distribution Distribution
Field 2 to Field 1 to
EDA EDA
Rear Rear

Sw i t c h B Sw i t c h A
Rear View
Cable Management
Belden Bill of Materials for 672-port HDA

Racks, Frames & Cable Managements
4-post Rack Steel Relay Rack,84" x 19",12-24 tap,36"deep XDR8419-31236 2
Vertical Managers 12" Combination High/low density with doors, 12"Wx84"H, Black BHVHL12 1
Vertical Managers 6" Combination High/low density with front doors, 6"Wx84"H, Black BHVHL06 2
Retention Bar for 6" Vert. Manager Retention gates (6) 6", Black BHGR06X 2
Cabinet mounting alternative
Network Cabinet Server cabinet 84"Hx30" Wx43"D, Black, XHD84432110 2
Vertical Cable Management Side Extension Kit for XHD 84" H x 43" D XHD8443SXF 2
Vertical Cable Management Center Extension Kit for XHD 84" H x 43" D XHD8443CXF 1
Category 6A Solution - IBDN System 10GX
Pre-terminated Option
Cable Assemblies
Category 6A Cable Assemblies 10GX Pre-term. Cable Assy, Bonded-Pair, 4-Pair, 23 AWG Solid, T568 A/B-T568 A/B, 6 Cables CA21100xxxA06 112 Use xxx to specify length in feet
Patch Panels
Patch Panel AngleFlex Patch Panel, 24 ports, 1U, Black (Empty) AX103248 28
Keystone Style Couplers 10GX KeyConnect RJ45 Coupler, Black AX104024 672
Field-terminated Option
Distribution Cable
Category 6A Cable 10GX12 Nonbonded-Pairs Cable, 4-Pair, 23 AWG UTP, 305 m (1000 ft), Spool, Blue 10GX120061000 672 runs Length = TBD
Patch Panels
Keystone Style Modules 10GX KeyConnect Modular Jack, Blue AX102288 672
Patch Cords
Patch Cords
CAT6A Modular Cord 10GX, Modular Cord, 4 pairs, 23 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, CMR, Blue, 0,9 m (3 ft) CA21106003 144
CAT6A Modular Cord 10GX, Modular Cord, 4 pairs, 23 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, CMR, Blue, 1.5 m (5 ft) CA21106005 168
Distribution Cable
Enhanced Category 6 Cable DataTwist 4800 Cable, 4-pair, 23 AWG UTP, 305m (1000 ft) Spool, Blue 4812 D151000 672 runs Length = TBD
Patch Cords
CAT6+ Modular Cord CAT6+, Bonded-Pair Modular Cord, 4 pairs, 24 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, Riser, 0,9 m (3 ft) C601106003 144
CAT6+ Modular Cord CAT6+ Bonded-Pair Modular Cord, 4 pairs, 24 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, Riser, 1,2 m (4 ft) C601106004 144
CAT6+ Modular Cord CAT6+, Bonded-Pair Modula1 Cord, 4 pairs, 24 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, Riser, 2,1 m (7 ft) C601106007 72
CAT6+, Bonded-Pair Modula1 Cord, 4 pairs, 24 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, Riser, 2,4 m (8 ft) C601106008
Patch Panels
Keystone Style Modules CAT6+ KeyConnect Modular Jack, Blue AX101326 672
Velcro Ties 75 ft Roll x 1/2 in. Bulk Velcro AX102515 as req'd
EDA with 96 Copper Ports from HDA and 48 Fiber Ports from SAN
This example demonstrates how to cable an EDA Installation Tips: EDA Alternatives:
EDA containing 96 copper ports from the HDA
and 48 fiber optic ports from the SAN. From • Using 30-inch wide enclosures provides better • Use MPO-LC 24-fiber Modules (AX103729)
the HDA, 96 copper cables terminate to two patch cord management to the servers. and Multi-MPO 24-fiber assemblies (NXC-
48-port high-density patch panels, which in • Using 1U 48-port patch panels saves 2 RU for UPFX-PHXFEN-PHPFEN-O-0000) for quick
turn connect to UTP ports on the servers. From server installation. deployment between EDA and HDA or SAN.
the SAN, fiber optic cabling terminates to four • If cabling is distributed under raised floor,
LC adapter modules each equipped with 12 LC • Assembling 30-inch wide enclosures provides
a 7-inch wide vertical management channel installing the patch panels at the bottom of
duplex connectors for a total of 48 LC duplex the cabinet will simplify cable management
fiber ports. The adapter modules are housed in between enclosures.
within the cabinet.
a high-density 1U fiber patch panel. • Install the KeyConnect™ patch panels per the
installation guidelines supplied with product.
EDA Cabling Considerations: • Install the FiberExpress™ Ultra 1U shelf per the
installation guidelines supplied with product.
• Maximum number of servers allowed
in enclosure based on power/cooling • Use a 1U horizontal cable manager to route
limitations. patch cords to the left after exiting from the
right of the panel.
• Number of copper ports required
by each server. • Route copper and fiber patch cords in two
separate vertical channels. Route fiber patch
• Number of fiber ports required cords on the same side as Cabinet Distribution
by each server. Units (CDUs). If two CDUs are used in the
• Space for cable and patch cord enclosure, follow power separation guidelines
management, including slack. per the TIA-942 standard (Table 2 in section
7.3.1) to avoid electro-magnetic interference
• Space required for additional
equipment, such as power and on copper cords.
environmental monitoring. • Avoid too much patch cord slack for optimum
operation. Refer to table for patch cord
length recommendations.
• Use blanking panels to block unused
spaces on the front side of the servers
for optimum cooling.
EDA with 96 Copper Ports from HDA and 48 Fiber Ports from SAN
Right Side Left Side Left Side Right Side

High Density Cabinet High Density Cabinet
Vertical Manager Vertical Manager Vertical Manager Vertical Manager
84"Hx30"Wx43"D 84"Hx30"Wx43"D
Built-in 3" Wide Built-in 3" Wide Built-in 3" Wide Built-in 3" Wide
Fiber Cable from HDA

1x FiberExpress Ultra Patch Panels FXU
SD
45 45
4 LC Duplex Adaptor Modules equipped with 45 45
44
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
44
12 LC Duplex Connectors 44
Filler 3U 44
Total of 48 LC Duplex Fiber Ports

43 43 43 43
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
42 42 42 42
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48
Filler 2U
41
Filler 1U 41 41 41
40 40 40 40
Horizontal CMS 1U
39 39 39 39
P WR P WR
2 1
PCI-X 1 33
38 38 38 38
PCI-X 133
PWR PWR
2 1
PCI-X 1 33
Ma n a g e me n tC a rd
PCI-X 133
CON S O L E
Management Card PCI-X 1 33

CONSOLE S E R IA L A
37 PCI-X 133 37 37 37
SERIAL A
T OC
PCI-X 1 33
S C S IL V D /S E S E R IA L B
Gb L A NA Gb L A N B USB
PCI-X 133
TOC SERIAL B
SCSI LVD/SE Gb LAN A Gb LAN B USB
P WR P WR
2 1
PCI-X 1 33
36 36 36 36
PCI-X 1 33
CON S O L E
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35 35 35 35
T OC
PCI-X 1 33
Gb L A NA Gb L A N B USB 1
2x 48 ports Keyconnect 1U Patch Panels

P WR P WR
2 1
PCI-X 1 33
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PCI-X 1 33
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PCI-X 1 33
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PCI-X 1 33
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T OC
PCI-X 1 33
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PCI-X 133
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Management Card
CONSOLE
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PCI-X 133
20
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2
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PCI-X 133
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PCI-X 1 33
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EDA with 96 Copper Ports from HDA and 48 Fiber Ports from SAN (continued)
Front and Rear Cable Routing Guidelines for 96-copper Port, 48-fiber Port EDA
To HDA 96 UTP Cables

4 x 24 Fiber Cables
Cabinet
Fiber Cabling Maximum of 24 Fiber Patch Cords

Fiber Cabling
- Servers on “U” 1 to 22 can be reached with a 3 m (10') Patch Cord
CMS 1U
UTP Cabling UTP Cabling

Left Side Vertical Manager for UTP Only
Maximum of 60 UTP Patch Cords

Right Side Vertical Manager for Fiber Only
- Servers on “U” 1 to 12 can be reached with a 7' (2.1 m) Patch Cord

S E R V E R S
S E R V E R S
Rear – Each with 2 LC fiber port & 3 UTP ports

Right Side Vertical Manager for Fiber Only

Left Side Vertical Manager for UTP Only
Front
Maximum of 24 Fiber Patch Cords
2 0
2 0
96 UTP Cables
Rear View Front View

Patch Cord Management Cable Management
EDA with 96 Copper Ports from HDA and 48 Fiber Ports from SAN (continued)
Belden Bill of Materials for 96-copper Port, 48-fiber Port EDA
Item Description Part Number Quantity Notes

Server Cabinet Server cabinet 84"Hx30"Wx43"D, Black XHD84432112 1
Horizontal Manager Horizontal mgr/cover 19"x1U Black BHH191U 1
Filler Panel 1U 19" Solid Filler Panel, Black B9910-0100 1
Augmented Category 6 Solution - IBDN System 10GX
Distribution Cable
Category A Cable 10GX12 Cable, 4 Nonbonded-Pairs, 23 AWG UTP, Riser, Blue 10GX120061000 96 runs Length = TBD
Patch Cords
CAT6a Modular Cord 10GX, Modular Cord, 4 pairs, 23 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, CMR, Blue, 1,2 m (4 ft) AX360014 6
CAT6a Modular Cord 10GX, Modular Cord, 4 pairs, 23 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, CMR, Blue, 1.5 m (5 ft) AX360370 18
Patch Panels
Patch Panel KeyConnect Modular Patch Panel, 48 ports, 1U, Black (Empty) AX103121 2
Modular Jacks 10GX KeyConnect Modular Jack, Blue AX102288 96
Distribution cable
Enhanced Category 6 Cable DataTwist 4800 Cable, 4-pair, 23 AWG UTP, 305m (1000 ft) Spool, Blue 4812 D151000 96 runs Length = TBD
Patch Cords
Patch Panels
Patch Panel KeyConnect Modular Patch Panel, 48 ports, 1U, Black (Empty) AX103121 2
Modular Jacks CAT6+ KeyConnect Modular Jack, Blue AX101326 96
Fiber - FX 2000 Series - Pre-terminated Solution
Horizontal Cabling From HDA to EDA
MPO Pre-terminated Cable MPO Cable, 24 fibers, MPO-MPO, type-C, FX2000, Plenum NXC-UPFX-PHXFGN- 4 cables Length = TBD
PHPFGN-O-0000
Patch Cords
LC Duplex Patch Cord Fiber Optic Patch Cord, Duplex Zip, 2.0mm, 2f, FX2K, Riser, 1,0 m AX200992 6
Patch Panels
Fiber Patch Panel FiberExpress Ultra FXU, 1U, Black AX103143 1 For EDA cabinet only
Fiber Adaptor Module FiberExpress Ultra MPO Pre-terminated Module, LC-Duplex, 24f, FX2000 AX103729 4 For EDA cabinet only
Fiber - FX 2000 Series - Field-terminated Solution
Horizontal Cabling From HDA to EDA
50/125µm, Laser Optimized Fiber Cable FX 2000, Distribution, 24 fibers, Plenum, B9C602 4 cables Length = TBD
Field Installable Connectors
Optimax Field Installable Connector LC 50µm Multimode, Field Installable Connector AX101982 192 96 connectors go in the HDA
Patch Cords
LC Duplex Patch Cord Fiber Optic Patch Cord, Duplex Zip, 2.0mm, 2f, FX2K, Riser, 1.0 m AX200992 6
Patch Panels
Fiber Patch Panel FiberExpress Ultra FXU, 1U, Black AX103143 1 For EDA cabinet only
Fiber Adaptor Module FXU Frame, LC Duplex, 24 fibers AX103465 4 For EDA cabinet only
Cable Slack Management 12 in. Fiber Optic Cable Manager AX102516 as req'd Use with Pre-terminated Cables
This example shows how to cable a 720-port SAN Installation Tips: SAN Alternatives:
SAN using a centralized topology with a cross-
connect. A SAN switch containing 384 LC • The FiberExpress Ultra 4U shelf terminates • Use MPO-LC 24-fiber Modules (AX103729)
duplex fiber ports connects to 384 LC duplex 144 LC duplex ports and is perfect for and Multi-MPO 24-fiber assemblies (NXC-
managing a high concentration of UPFX-PHXFEN-PHPFEN-O-0000) for quick
fiber ports housed in three, 4U fiber patch
fiber connections. deployment between EDA and HDA or SAN.
panels via permanent cabling. The 4U fiber (See Product Offering.)
patch panels cross-connect to another 720 • Using 24-fiber LC cable assemblies between
the switch and the back of the Equipment
ports housed in five, 4U patch panels in the Field patch panels enables quick deployment
bottom half of the cabinet. From there, fiber of new equipment cards.
optic cabling terminates to fiber patch panels
• Ganging high-density cabinet (XHD84 Series)
in the EDA. Setting up the SAN as a cross- together creates a 7-inch wide vertical
connect increases security with all switch ports management channel in the center.
mirrored on fiber patch panels. This set-up • Install the FiberExpress Ultra 4U shelf
offers the possibility to expand the SAN to per the installation guidelines supplied
720 ports in the future. with the product.
• Avoid too much patch cord slack for
SAN Cabling Considerations: optimum operation. Refer to the table for
patch cord length recommendations.
• Number of servers connected to SAN, • Use blanking panels to block unused spaces
now and future. for optimum cooling.
• Distance limitations.
• Level of security.
• Bandwidth required for transmitting data.
• Fiber connectorization expertise.
• Loss budget for fiber applications.
High Density Cabinet Center Vertical Manager High Density Cabinet

Built-in 6" Wide High Density Cabinet Center Vertical Manager
84"Hx30"Wx43"D 84"Hx30"Wx43"D High Density Cabinet
84"Hx30"Wx43"D Built-in 6" Wide
84"Hx30"Wx43"D
45 45 45 45
CMS 2U Right Side Vertical Manager

44
Filler 3U 44 44 44
45 45 45 45
Built-in 3" Wide
Built-in 3" Wide
43 43 43 43
44 44 44 44
42 42 42 42
43
Filler 4U 43 43
Filler 4U 43
41 41 41 41
42 42 42 42
40
Filler 4U 40 40 40
41 41 41 41
39 39 39 39 Left Side Vertical Manager 40 40 40 40

Manager Trough
38 38 38 38
Built-in 3" Wide 39
Filler 4U 39 39
Filler 4U 39 Double Sided
37 37 37 37
38 38 38 38
36
Filler 4U 36 36 36
37 37 37 37
35 35 35 35
36 36 36 36
34 34 Filler 4U
Manager Trough
34 34 35 35
35 35
33 33 33 33
34 34 34 34
32
Filler 4U 32 32 32
33 33 33 33
Double Sided
31 31 31 31
SAN Equipment Field 32 32 32 32
30 30 30 30 3 x FiberExpress Ultra Patch Panels 4U 31 31 31

Filler 4U 31
29 29 29 29
SAN Equipment Field Max of 432 LC Duplex Fiber Ports 30 30 30 30
28
Filler 4U 28 28 28 3 x FiberExpress Ultra Patch Panels 4U 384 LC Duplex Ports Installed 29 29 29 29
27 27 27 27
Rear 28 28 28 28
26 26 26 26
27 27 27
Filler 4U 27
25 25 25 25
26 26 26 26
24
Filler 4U 24 24 24
25 25 25 25
23 23 23 23 24 24
24 24
22 22 22 22
CMS 3U 23 23 23
Filler 4U 23
21 21 21 21 22 22 22 22
20
Filler 4U 20 20 20 21 21 21 21
19 19 19 19 20 20
20 20
18 18 18 18 19 19 19
Filler 4U 19
17 17 17 17
Cabling Field to EDA Cabinets 18 18 18 18
Filler 4U Cabling Field to EDA Cabinets

16 16 16 16
5 x FiberExpress Ultra Patch Panels 4U 17 17 17 17
5 x FiberExpress Ultra Patch Panels 4U CMS 3U

Total of 720 LC Duplex Fiber Ports
15 15 15 15 16 16 16 16
14
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 pwr4
pwr3
pwr2
14 14 14
Rear 15 15 15 15
13
pwr1
13 13 13 14 14 14 14
12 12 12 12 13 13 13
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
13
SAN Switch
11 11 11 11 12 12 12 12
Rear view
SAN Switch Power Supply
10 10 10 10 11 11 11 11
384 LC duplex fiber ports

Front 09 09 09 09 10 10 10 10
08 08 08 08 09 09 09 09
Power Supply
07 07 07 07 08 08 08 08
06 06 06 06 07 07 07 07
05 05 05 05 06 06 06 06
Power Supply
04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05
03 03 03 03 04 04 04 04
02 02 02 02 03 03 03 03
01 01 01 01 02 02 02 Power Supply 02
Filler 2U O
POWER SUPPLY 1 & 3 POWER SUPPLY 2 & 4
I
01 01 01 01
Front View
Rear View
Cross-connect Cabling for a 720-port SAN (continued)
Front Cable Routing Guidelines for 720-port SAN Cross-connect
Note 1 From To Shortest Longest

60 Cables To EDA Cabinets
EDA Cabling Field SAN Cabling FIeld Cord Cord
To SAN Switch
On Rear Side 32 Cables
PP With Ports Patch Panels with
Note 2 ** Left Side Access 01 to 36 Right Side Access ** 1 m (3 ft) 3 m (10 ft)
** Left Side Access 1 m (3 ft) 2 m (6 ft)
Right Side Access ** 1 m (3 ft) 2 m (6 ft)
Right Side Access ** 37 to 72
01
** Left Side Access 73 to 108
SAN ** Left Side Access 1 m (3ft) 3 m (10 ft)
Equipment ** Left Side Access 01 to 36
30 Cables
Field Right Side Access ** 1 m (3 ft) 3 m (10 ft)

384 LC ** Left Side Access 2 m (6 ft) 3 m (10 ft)

02
Duplex Ports Right Side Access ** 1 m (3 ft) 3 m (10 ft)

30 Cables

03
Cabling Field ** Left Side Access 1 m (3 ft) 3 m (10 ft)
S w i t c h
to EDA Notes Right Side Access ** 109 to 144

S A N
Up to 720 LC ** Left Side Access 2 m (6 ft) 4 m (12 ft)

1 – 32 Cables of 24 fibers with Right Side Access ** 2 m (6 ft) 3 m (10 ft)
Duplex Ports 12 LC Duplex/12 LC Duplex, ** Left Side Access 01 to 36
7 m going to the rear side ** Left Side Access 1 m (3 ft) 3 m (10 ft)
2 – Cables to EDA Cabinets
Distribution cables, 24 Fibers, 04
50/125µm Laser Optimized, Right Side Access ** 2 m (6 ft) 3 m (10 ft)
Various lengths ** Left Side Access 73 to 108
Front View Right Side Access ** 2 m (6 ft) 3 m (10 ft)
Cable Management ** Left Side Access 2 m (6 ft) 4 m (12 ft)
Rear Cable Routing Guidelines for 720-port SAN Cross-connect
Note 1
C
L *
16 Cables
SA N 16 Cables
Note 2D
Equipment
Field
Up to 384 LC
Duplex Ports
Note 2C
CMS C
L
Note 2B CMS
384 LC DUPLEX FIBER PORTS
Notes
S w i t c h
Note 2A Cabling Field

1 – 32 Cables of 24 Fibers with
S A N
to EDA 12 LC Duplex/12 LC Duplex,

7 m going to the rear side
Up to 720 LC
Duplex Ports
2 – Fiber Patch Cord Path
A - Left Side to Right Side
B - Left Side to Left Side
C - Right Side to Left Side
D - Right Side to Right Side
Rear View
Patch Cord & Pre-terminated
Cable Assemblies Management
Belden Bill of Materials for 720-port SAN Cross Connect

High Density Cabinet High Density Cabinet 84"Hx30"Wx43"D, Black, XHD84432111 2
Pass-Through Manager Through Single 43"D XHDMFR143 1
Pass-Through Manager Through Double 43"D XHDMFR243 1
Slack Management Spool Slack Management spool kit, Black BHSK020 1
3U Filler Plate 3U 19" Solid Filler Panel, Black B9910-0300 1
4U Filler Plate 4U 19" Solid Filler Panel, Black B9910-0400 16
Fiber Cabling - FX 2000 Series - Pre-terminated Solution
Fiber Cabling to EDA
Multi-duplex Pre-terminated Cable Pre-terminated Distribution Cable, 24 fibers, FX2000, Riser, 12 LC Duplex, 1m 900µm fan-out, NXC-MRFX-LCPFBN- 32 cables Length = TBD
pull-eye at one end LCPFBN-O-0000
Patch Panels
Fiber Patch Panel FiberExpress Ultra FXU, 4U, Black AX103267 5
Fiber Adaptor Module FXU Frame, LC Duplex. 24 fibers AX103465 60
From SAN Switch to Equipment Field
Multi-duplex Pre-terminated Cable Pre-terminated Distribution Cable, 24 fibers, FX2000, Riser, 12 LC Duplex, 1m 900µm fan-out NXC-MRFX-LCPFBN- 32 Cables
inside end, 1m 2mm fan-out outside end, pull-eye at one end LDPFEN-O-0007
Patch Panels
Fiber Cabling - FX 2000 Series - Field-terminated Solution
Fiber Cabling to EDA
Fiber Cable, 50/125µm, Laser Optimised, OFNR FX 2000, Distribution, Riser 24 fibers B9C602 32 cables Length = TBD
Patch Panels
Field Installable LC Connectors Optimax, LC, Multimode 50µm, for 900µm Tight buffer fiber AX101982 1440
From SAN Switch to Equipment Field
Multi-duplex Pre-terminated Cable Pre-terminated Distribution Cable, 24 fibers, FX2000, Riser, 12 LC Duplex, 1m 900µm fan-out NXC-MRFX-LCPFBN- 32 Cables
inside end, 1m 2mm fan-out outside end, pull-eye at one end LDPFEN-O-0007
Patch Panels
Fiber Patch Cord
Patch Cords
Data Center Product Offering:
Cable Management
High Density Racking System
DESCRIPTION ORDERING NUMBER (CPC)

Racks
Aluminum relay rack, 19" mounting x 84"H, #12-24 tap, Black BHRR194
Steel relay rack, 19" mounting x 84” H, #10-32 tap, Black XDR8419-310
Steel relay rack, 19" mounting x 84” H, #12-24 tap, Black XDR8419-312
Four-post Steel Relay Rack, 19" Mounting x84"H, #12-24 tap, 36"deep XDR8419-31236
Vertical Managers
Double-sided High density with doors, 6"Wx84"H, Black BHVHH06
High/Low density combination with front doors, 6"Wx84"H, Black BHVHL06
Vertical Manager Backcover, 6"W, Black BHBC06X
Horizontal Managers
Horizontal Manager with Cover 19"Wx1U, Black BHH191U
Transition Channels
Top transition channel, 19"Wx6"D, Black BHTT196
Lower transition channel, 19"Wx6"D, Black BHTL196
Lower transition channel double, 19"Wx6"D, Black BHTD196
Transition tray (rack to rack) BHTR196
Accessories
Slack management spool kit, Black BHSK020
Divider bar, 10"W, Black BHDB10X
Divider bar, 12"W, Black BHDB12H
See Belden New Product Bulletin 247 for more details
Cable Management (continued)
Enclosures

30-inch Enclosures
High Density Cabinet 84"Hx30"Wx43"D, Black, four rail kit, 12-24 tap, screws, XHD84432110
perforated door, corrugated panel front and back, no side panels
Side Panel Set, 84x30x43"deep frame (2 sides) XHD844302SP
High Density Cabinet 84"H x30"Wx43"D, Black, four rail kit, 12-24 tap, screws, XHD84432112
perforated door, corrugated panel front and back, side panel kit, two sides
Door, perforated split, 84"H x 30"W frame, perforated door set with XHD8430PDS
flat panel key locking swing handle, retractable hinge pins.
Vertical Manager Backplane kit (use w/ganged 30"W) backplane kit, span gap XHDVMBP
between posts of ganged 30"W cabinets. Includes (8) half assemblies
Vertical Manager Backplane kit (use w/single 30"W cabinet) backplane kit, XHDVMBPS
attach to post of single 30"W cabinet -or- to a 30"W cabinet ganged
to 24"W cabinet, includes (4) assemblies
Vertical Manager Backplane kit (use w/extension) backplane kit, XHDVMBP-13
span gap between posts of ganged cabinets when using center extension.
Includes (8) half assemblies
Slack Cable Spool Kit (set of two) set of two spools w/hdwr XHDMS02
Side horizontal manager 43" deep (single wide) front-to-rear horizontal manager single wide, XHDMFR143
span gap from front post to rear post of 43" deep cabinet
Side horizontal manager 43" deep (double wide) front-to-rear horizontal manager double wide, XHDMFR243
span gap from front post to rear post of 43" deep cabinet
Ladder Tray Mounting Kit top mount ladder tray bracket XHD8430LM
Power Strip Mounting bracket vertical power strip mounting bracket, full height, XHD84PM
10-32 clinch nuts AND keyhole slot for APC & Geist 66" strips
Cable Management (continued)
Enclosures

24-inch Enclosures
High Density Cabinet 84"H x 24"W x 43"D, Black, four rail kit, 12-24 tap, screws, XHDS84432110
perforated door, corrugated panel front and back, no side panels
Side Panel Set, 84"H x 24"W x43"D deep frame (2-sides) XHDS844302SP
High Density Cabinet 84"H x 24"W x 43"D, Black, four rail kit, 12-24 tap, screws, XHDS84432112
perforated door, corrugated panel front and back, side panel kit, two sides
Door, perforated, 84"H x 24"W frame, perforated door set w/flat panel key locking XHDS8424PDS
swing handle, retractable hinge.
Door, 940 cfm exhaust fan, 84"H x 24"W frame, solid door with four 7" diameter XHDS8424FD
exhaust fans, 940 cfm total, key locking swing handle, retractable hinge pins.
Ladder tray mounting kit top mount ladder tray bracket XHDS8424LM
Rear Vertical Fill Panel (use without rear fingers) rear vertical filler panel to span gap XHDS84RVF
between rear frame post and rear door when not using rear mounted fingers
Cable Management
Extension Kits
Extension Frame Center, 6"W x 43"D deep frame open bay extension 6"wide, XHD8443CXF
between 43" deep cabinets, includes front and rear covers
Extension Frame Side, 6"W x 43"D deep frame open bay extension 6"wide, end of row, XHD8443SXF
43" deep cabinets, includes front and rear covers, includes side panel kit
Accessories
1U 19" Solid Filler Panel, Black 9910-0100
Copper Cabling
Copper Products

10GX Cable Assemblies Black Gray White Yellow Green Blue
10GX Pre-term. Cable Assy, Bonded-Pair, 4-Pair, 23 AWG Solid, CA21100xxxA06 CA21109xxxA06 CA21106xxxA06
T568 A/B-T568 A/B, 6 Cables Use xxx to specify length in feet
See NPB 293 for more details
10GX Modular Couplers Black Gray White Yellow Green Blue
10GX KeyConnect RJ45 Coupler, Black AX104024
See NPB 293 for more details
10GX Modules, KeyConnect Black Gray White Yellow Green Blue
10GX KEYSTONE MOD. T568A/B CAT6A, Black AX102283 AX102284 AX102285 AX102286 AX102287 AX102288
Other colors available
10GX Patch Cords Black Gray White Yellow Green Blue
10GX Modular Cord, Bonded-Pair, 4-Pair, 23 AWG Solid, T568A/B - T568A/B, CMR
2 ft (0.6 m) CA21100002 CA21108002 CA21109002 CA21104002 CA21105002 CA21106002
Other lengths and colors available
10GX Pigtails Black Gray White Yellow Green Blue
10GX Pigtail, 4-Pair, 23 AWG Solid, T568A — Open, CMR
15 ft (4.6 m) CA21208015
25 ft (7.6 m) CA21208025
35 ft (10.6 m) CA21208035
50 ft (15.0 m) CA21208050
Other lengths and colors available
CAT6+ Modules, KeyConnect Black Gray White Yellow Green Blue
CAT6+ KEYCONNECT MODULE, T568A/B CODED AX101321 AX101322 AX101323 AX101324 AX101325 AX101326
Copper Cabling (continued)
Copper Products (continued)

CAT6+ Patch Cords Black Gray White Yellow Green Blue
CAT6+PatchCord, Bonded-Pair, 4-Pair, 24AWG Solid, T568A/B-T568A/B, CMR
2 ft (0.6 m) C601100002 C601108002 C601109002 C601104002 C601105002 C601106002
3 ft (0.9 m) C601100003 C601108003 C601109003 C601104003 C601105003 C601106003
4 ft (1.2 m) C601100004 C601108004 C601109004 C601104004 C601105004 C601106004
5 ft (1.5 m) C601100005 C601108005 C601109005 C601104005 C601105005 C601106005
6 ft (1.8 m) C601100006 C601108006 C601109006 C601104006 C601105006 C601106006
7 ft (2.1m) C601100007 C601108007 C601109007 C601104007 C601105007 C601106007
8 ft (2.4 m) C601100008 C601108008 C601109008 C601104008 C601105008 C601106008
9 ft (2.7 m) C601100009 C601108009 C601109009 C601104009 C601105009 C601106009
10 ft (3.0 m) C601100010 C601108010 C601109010 C601104010 C601105010 C601106010
15 ft (4.6 m) C601100015 C601108015 C601109015 C601104015 C601105015 C601106015
25 ft (7.6 m) C601100025 C601108025 C601109025 C601104025 C601105025 C601106025
CAT6+ Pigtails
CAT6+ Pigtail, 4-Pair, 23 AWG Solid, T568A — Open, CMR
15 ft (4.6 m) C601208015
25 ft (7.6 m) C601208025
35 ft (10.6 m) C601208035
50 ft (15.0 m) C601208050
KeyConnect Patch Panels

KeyConnect Patch Panel, 1U, 48-port, Black AX103121
KeyConnect Patch Panel, 2U,48-port, Black AX103115
AngleFlex Patch Panel, 1U, 24-port, Black AX103248
AngleFlex Patch Panel, 2U, 48-port, Black AX103249
KeyConnect blank module AX102263
See Belden New Product Bulletins 276 and 277 for more details
Copper Cabling (continued)
Copper Products (continued)

10GX Cables
10GX Cable, Category 6A Bonded-Pairs, plenum, Blue 10GX33 D151000
10GX Cable, Category 6A Bonded-Pairs, plenum, White 10GX33 0091000
10GX Cable, Category 6A Bonded-Pairs, riser, Blue 10GX32 0061000
10GX Cable, Category 6A Bonded-Pairs, riser, White 10GX32 0091000
10GX Cable, CMP 4-pair, Nonbonded 10GX13, Category 6 Nonbonded, plenum, Blue 10GX13 D151000
10GX Cable, CMP 4-pair, Nonbonded 10GX13, Category 6 Nonbonded, plenum, White 10GX13 0091000
10GX Cable, CMR 4-pair, Nonbonded 10GX12, Category 6 Nonbonded, riser, Blue 10GX12 0061000
10GX Cable, CMR 4-pair, Nonbonded 10GX12, Category 6 Nonbonded, riser, White 10GX12 0091000
CAT6+ Cables
DataTwist 4800, Category 6 Bonded-Pairs, plenum, Blue 7852A D151000
DataTwist 4800, Category 6 Bonded-Pairs, plenum, White 7852A 0091000
DataTwist 4800, Category 6 Bonded-Pairs, riser, Blue 7851A 0061000
DataTwist 4800, Category 6 Bonded-Pairs, riser, White 7851A 0091000
DataTwist 48000, Category 6 Nonbonded, plenum, Blue 4813 D151000
DataTwist 48000, Category 6 Nonbonded, plenum, White 4813 0091000
DataTwist 48000, Category 6 Nonbonded, riser, Blue 4812 0061000
DataTwist 48000, Category 6 Nonbonded, riser, White 4812 0091000
Accessories
Patch Cord Tool AX102775
Velcro Cable Ties, 25 per Roll, Black, 8 in. AX100783
Velcro Cable Ties, 25 per Roll, Black, 12 in. AX100784
Wrap-around Labels, Gray, 48 Labels/Sheet (25 sheets per pack) AX101555
Connecting Tool AX100749
Termination Station AX101852
Release Tool AX101185
Cable Preparation Tool 1797B
Fiber Optic Cabling
Fiber Products

Optimax® Connectors
Optimax Field Installable Connector, LC, Multimode 50µm, for 900µm tight buffered fiber AX101982
Optimax Field Installable Connector, LC, Single-mode, for 900µm tight buffered fiber AX101983
Optimax LC Accessory Kit for jacketed fiber, contains 2mm and 3mm boots and crimp sleeves AX101984
Tools
Optimax Installation Tool Kit LC/SC/ST, Incl. Install. tools, cleaver, manuals, crimping tool, microscope, etc AX100947
Optimax Installation Tool Kit LC upgrade Incl. LC Install. tools, LC manual and new carrying case foam AX102061
FiberExpress Ultra Management System

Shelves
1U AX103143
4U AX103267
Frames and Modules

FXU FRAME, LC-DUPLEX, 12f, OM3 AX103463
FXU FRAME, LC-DUPLEX, 24f, OM3 AX103465
FXU MPO-PRETERM, LC-DUPLEX, 12f, OM3 AX103713
FXU MPO-PRETERM, LC-DUPLEX, 24f, OM3 AX103729
FXU FRAME, LC-DUPLEX, 12f, SINGLE-MODE AX103502
FXU FRAME, LC-DUPLEX, 24f, SINGLE-MODE AX103519
FXU MPO-PRETERM, LC-DUPLEX, 12f, SINGLE-MODE AX103821
FXU MPO-PRETERM, LC-DUPLEX, 24f, SINGLE-MODE AX103837
See NPB 287 for more details.
Fiber Optic Cabling (continued)
Fiber Products (continued)

Fiber Patch Cords
Fiber Optic Patch Cord, Duplex Zip 2.0mm LCD/PC-LCD/PC, 2f, FX2K, 1 m, Riser AX200992
Fiber Optic Patch Cord, Duplex Zip 2.0mm LCD/UPC-LCD/UPC, 2f, SM, 1 m, Riser AX200506
Multi-duplex Cable Assemblies

Distribution Cable, 12f, LC-LC, FX2000, OFNR, 10 m NXC-MRFL-LCPFBN-LCPFBN-O-0010
Distribution Cable, 12f, LC-LC, FX2000, OFNP, 10 m NXC-MPFL-LCPFBN-LCPFBN-O-0010
Distribution Cable, 24f, LC-LC, FX2000, OFNR, 10 m NXC-MRFX-LCPFBN-LCPFBN-O-0010
Distribution Cable, 24f, LC-LC, FX2000, OFNP, 10 m NXC-MPFX-LCPFBN-LCPFBN-O-0010
Distribution Cable, 12f, LC-LC, SM, OFNR, 10 m NXC-MRSL-LCUFBN-LCUFBN-O-0010

Distribution Cable, 12f, LC-LC, SM, OFNP, 10 m NXC-MPSL-LCUFBN-LCUFBN-O-0010
Distribution Cable, 24f, LC-LC, SM, OFNR, 10 m NXC-MRSX-LCUFBN-LCUFBN-O-0010
Distribution Cable, 24f, LC-LC, SM, OFNP, 10 m NXC-MPSX-LCUFBN-LCUFBN-O-0010
Fiber Optic Cabling (continued)
Fiber Products (continued)

MPO Cable Assemblies
MPO Cable, 12f, MPO-MPO, type-C, FX2000, OFNR, 10 m NXC-URFL-PHXFGN-PHPFGN-O-0010
MPO Cable, 12f, MPO-MPO, type-C, FX2000, OFNP, 10 m NXC-UPFL-PHXFGN-PHPFGN-O-0010
MPO Cable, 24f, MPO-MPO, type-C, FX2000, OFNR, 10 m NXC-URFX-PHXFGN-PHPFGN-O-0010
MPO Cable, 24f, MPO-MPO, type-C, FX2000, OFNP, 10 m NXC-UPFX-PHXFGN-PHPFGN-O-0010
MPO Cable, 12f, MPO-MPO, type-C, SM, OFNR, 10 m NXC-URSL-PHXFGN-PHPFGN-O-0010

MPO Cable, 12f, MPO-MPO, type-C, SM, OFNP, 10 m NXC-UPSL-PHXFGN-PHPFGN-O-0010
MPO Cable, 24f, MPO-MPO, type-C, SM, OFNR, 10 m NXC-URSX-PHXFGN-PHPFGN-O-0010
MPO Cable, 24f, MPO-MPO, type-C, SM, OFNP, 10 m NXC-UPSX-PHXFGN-PHPFGN-O-0010
Fiber Cables
Distribution 12f, FX2000, OFNR B9C042
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Planning Your Data Center

Data Center Horizontal Cabling Topology 5

The Storage Area Network (SAN) 11

Data Center Cabling Sample Configurations 12

Cabling Sample Number 1: 14

Cabling Sample Number 2: 19

Cabling Sample Number 3: 24

Cabling Sample Number 4: 28

Belden Data Center Product Offering 33

General Cabling Considerations

HDA EDA SVR Cold aisle

3–connector channel (patch panels in HDA and EDA)

Benefits of Centralized Cross-connect Centralized Cross-connect with a ZDA

Disadvantages of • How many copper and fiber ports

In this topology, the Backbone Cabling Benefits of Partially

SW PP2 PP2 Cold aisle

Disadvantages of Partially Point-to-Point Connection Scenario

Another connection scenario for this topology

In this topology, the Backbone Cabling from

• Reduces amount of required pathway space. Distribution Rack

Disadvantages of Distributed Switching

• Requires costly switches to support ports Hot aisle

Table A - Maximum number of cables in vertical managers

Table B - Maximum number of patch cords in vertical managers

Table C - Maximum number of patch cords in a horizontal manager

Table D - Maximum number of pigtails in a vertical manager

Center Vertical Manager

Left Side Vertical Manager 44

7 x 24 Ports 1U Patch Panels

HDA Cabling Field No. 1 HDA Cabling Field No. 2

14 x 24 Ports 1U Patch Panels

14 x 24 Ports 1U Patch Panels

EDA Cabling Field No. 3

EDA Cabling Field No. 4

7 x 24 Ports 1U Patch Panels 7 x 24 Ports 1U Patch Panels

Front Cable Routing Guidelines for 672 x 672 Cross-connect

Typical Patch Cord Path

Center Vertical Manager

HDA Ca b lin g HDA Ca b lin g

Right Side Vertical Manager

Left Side Vertical Manager

Rear Cable Routing Guidelines for 672 x 672 Cross-connect

168 UTP Pigtails

168 UTP Pigtails

168 UTP Pigtails

168 UTP Pigtails

HDA Cabling HDA Cabling

Left Side Vertical Manager

Belden Bill of Materials for 672 X 672 Cross-connect

Item Description Part Number Quantities Notes

Front Cable Routing Guidelines for 672-port HDA

Patch Cord Management Spool

Cabling Fields 1 to EDA Cabinets Cabling Fields 1 to2EDA Cabinets

Cabling Fields to EDA Cabinets

14 x 24 ports AngleFlex Patch Panels 1U 14 14

ports AngleFlex Patch Panels

Total of 336 UTP Ports Total of 336 UTPUTP

Total of 336 Ports

WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47

STATUS 48 P OR T 10/100/1000 BASE-T SWITCHING MODULE

WS-X6548-GE-TX 1 11 1314 23 25 35 3738 47

STATUS 48 P OR T 10/100/1000 BASE-T SWITCHING MODULE