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107 <br /> Distribution Closets and Cable Pathways <br /> 1. For the standard service center, data cabling may traverse non-USDA space (for example, in the space above <br /> a drop ceiling) without any special protection (conduit, etc.). Any exceptions to this will be identified site- <br /> specifically by the TSD GM. <br /> 2. Data cabling may terminate in USDA or USDA partner space. If any space changes definition (for example, a <br /> USDA office is discontinued without the entire location being closed, and the abandoned space is leased to a <br /> non-USDA tenant),the USDA cable terminations must be removed from the now, non-USDA space. <br /> 3. When multiple buildings are to be connected as part of one cable plant,the connection is to be run via fiber <br /> optic cable. <br /> 4. When cable consists of multiple runs,the facility owner shall provide cable trays or J-hooks to ensure that <br /> the cable does not come into contact with the suspended ceiling. <br /> Data Cabling/Telecommunications <br /> 1. All new installations will use Category(Cat) 6 Ethernet cabling or higher and will meet local building codes. <br /> Exceptions: Minor renovations to buildings that currently contain Cat 5 cable and terminations may continue <br /> to do so. However, all substantial additions to or replacements of existing wiring should be replaced with Cat <br /> 6 where possible. <br /> 2. Cat 5 cabling is unsuitable for Ethernet speeds above 100 Mb/sec and for office Wireless Access Points <br /> (WAPs). So, all cabling specifically for WAPs must use Cat 6. In addition,when a move or renovation leads to <br /> an upgrade of an office to Cat 6,the patch cables in the ADP room must be replaced with Cat 6 compliant <br /> cables as well. <br /> 3. Copper Cable Installation: All data cable and voice cables shall be terminated with Cat 6 compliant <br /> terminations (patch panels, wall outlets, etc.). Upon completion, it shall be tested and certified by the <br /> installer to ensure it is operational and within compliance of the reference documents. Finally, if occupying <br /> space with existing cabling, it should still be tested and certified to comply with the reference documents as <br /> well. <br /> 4. Data Fiber Cable Installation: All strands of each fiber cable shall be terminated at each end of the cable, <br /> with either Straight Tip (ST) or Standard Connector(SC) connectors, as appropriate to the related equipment <br /> interface connector, and will be conveyed to the selected cable contractor upon request. <br /> Page 3 Lessor Gov't FPAC V11.13.202020 <br />