Appendix A. Ring Network Planning And Implementation; Ring Operation - Alcatel-Lucent 9500 MXC User Manual

Appendix A. Ring Network Planning
and Implementation
3DB 23063 ADAA - Rev 004 July 2007
This appendix provides guidance on planning and implementing a 9500 MXC
NxE1/DS1 'super PDH' ring network.
Topics addressed are:
• Ring Operation on page A-2
• Planning a Ring Network on page A-4
• Installing a Ring Network on page A-7
• Configuring a Ring Network on page A-8
• Commissioning and Troubleshooting a Ring Network on page A-21
Information is provided on basic ring planning and implementation. A later
release will include instruction specific to:
- Transport of Ethernet data on a ring
- Use of the DAC 155oM for fiber closures
- Inclusion of non-ring-protected point-to-point traffic on a ring
Until this time, refer to instruction provided in the 9500 MXC User Manual under:
- Volume II,Chapter 3. Protected Operation Description
- Volume IV, Chapter 7, Plug-ins
- Volume IV, Chapter 8, Protection
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