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Preparing for the Installation
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Use plenum-rated cable when it is necessary for safety and fire rating requirements. Consult your
local building codes to determine when it is appropriate to use plenum-rated cable, or refer to IEC
standard 850.
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Keep all ports and connectors free of dust.
Figure 5: Properly Installed and Bundled Cable
1 = Ensure adequate slack and bend radius
Handling Fiber Optic Cable
Fiber optic cable must be handled carefully during installation.
Every cable has a minimum bend radius, example, and fibers will be damaged if the cables are bent too
sharply. It is also important not to stretch the cable during installation. Extreme Networks recommends
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