Fiber Optic Cable - Extreme Networks Summit X150 Series Hardware Installation Manual

Site Preparation
Use plenum-rated cable when it is necessary for safety and fire rating requirements. Consult your
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local building codes to determine when it is appropriate to use plenum-rated cable, or refer to IEC
standard 850.
Keep all ports and connectors free of dust.
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Figure 66: Properly Installed and Bundled Cable

Fiber Optic Cable

Fiber optic cable must be handled carefully during installation. Every cable has a minimum bend
radius, for example, and fibers will be damaged if the cables are bent too sharply. It is also important
not to stretch the cable during installation. We recommend that the bend radius for fiber optic cable
equal 2 inches (5.08 cm) minimum for each 90-degree turn as shown in
90
Cable managers supporting
and directing cables
Proper
bundling
of cables
Adequate
slack, and
bend radius
SPG_008
Figure 67.
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