Data Center Cabling Guide PDF

Data Center Cabling Guide
Planning Your Data Center
Version 2
TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
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Introduction
Data Center Horizontal Cabling Topology
Topology Number 1:
Centralized with Cross-connect
Topology Number 2:
Partially Centralized (end-of-row) with Inter-connect
Topology Number 3:
Distributed In-cabinet (top-of-rack) Switching
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The Storage Area Network (SAN)
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Data Center Cabling Sample Configurations
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Cabling Sample Number 1:
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Centralized Cross-connect in a 672 x 672-port HDA

Cable Routing Guidelines
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Bill of Materials
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Partially Centralized Inter-connect in a 672 x 672-port HDA

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Bill of Materials
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EDA with 96 Copper Ports from HDA and 48 Fiber Ports From SAN
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Bill of Materials
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Cross-connect Cabling for a 720-port SAN

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Bill of Materials
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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 were here to help. That is why weve developed this guide as a living document,
adding more configurations over time.
General Cabling Considerations
Before designing the backbone and horizontal

cabling in your Data Center, there are several
factors to consider:
Scalability
Calculate the required life expectancy of
the cabling infrastructure by determining
current and future requirements for data
transmission between functional areas of the
Data Center. Ensure ample space to support
current and future number of ports, servers
and switches.
Flexibility and Manageability

Clarify how frequently you will need to
make moves, adds and changes, and if you
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.
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Availability
Determine required uptime for the Data
Center and establish level of redundancy
for cabling uplinks, power, and cooling.
Determine overall level of security for
equipment in the Data Center.
Total Cost of Ownership

Determine current and future cost per
square foot of the Data Center based on
all scalability, flexibility, manageability
and availability requirements.
Each of these elements will have a role in
determining the design of each of the
functional areas of a Data Center and the
cabling products selected.
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Introduction (continued)
Functional Area
The TIA-942 Telecommunications Infrastructure

Standard for Data Centers addresses cabling
infrastructure in the Data Center and defines
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.
Backbone
ER/TR
MDA/HDA
Support Offices
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.
Horizontal Distribution Area (HDA)
ZDA
EDA
The HDA houses cross-connects and active

equipment (LAN, SAN, KVM switches) for
connecting to the EDA(s).
Zone Distribution Area (ZDA)

Horizontal
The optional ZDA acts as a consolidation

point within the Horizontal Cabling run
between the HDA and EDA(s).
Equipment Distribution Area (EDA)

The EDA is where cabinets and racks
house end equipment (servers) and where
Horizontal Cabling from the HDA is
terminated at patch panels.
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Backbone Cabling and Horizontal Cabling

Backbone Cabling provides connections
between the entrance room, MDA and HDA.
Horizontal Cabling provides connection
between the HDA and EDA, including the ZDA.
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Data Center Horizontal Cabling Topologies
To connect the main core routers and switches

in the MDA to the end equipment located in
the EDA(s), cabling can be designed in various
topologies, each with its own benefits and
disadvantages.
Cabling capacity of pathways
In a centralized switching topology, Backbone

Cabling from the MDA runs to switches in
the HDA(s), which connect to the EDA(s) via
Horizontal Cabling. This topology can also
deploy a ZDA within the Horizontal Cabling.
In a distributed topology, the MDA connects
directly to the EDA(s) via Horizontal Cabling,
eliminating the HDA. To determine which
topology is best for your specific Data Center
situation, there are several factors to consider:
Physical space available for
Number of ports deployed in the EDA(s)
Frequency of moves, adds, and changes
to each functional area

Ample pathway capacity must be available
to converge Horizontal Cabling from EDA(s)
to a single HDA.
Primary Entrance
Facility
Access
Providers
Backbone Cable
Small Data Centers may not require HDA(s),

whereas large number of EDA ports may be
more easily managed in an HDA.
patch panels in the HDA

Physical space must be available to locate
several patch panels in close proximity
to switches.
Support Center
TR
Backbone
Cable
Horizontal Cable
MDA
Level of security and protection required

for core switches and servers
The use of a centralized switching topology
in an HDA can limit access to core switches in
the MDA and servers in the EDA(s).
Making frequent moves, adds, and changes

can be more difficult in a distributed
topology where several switches are
spread out in EDA(s).
Offices, Operations Center,

Support Rooms
Backbone Cable
Backbone Cable
HDA
HDA
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.
ZDA
Horizontal Cable
EDA
EDA
Horizontal Cable or
Zone Area Cord
EDA
Computer Room
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Topology Number 1:
Centralized with Cross-connect
the HDA patch panels. The cabling from each

switch in the HDA terminates on patch panels
that mirror the switch ports. Each switch
patch panel (Equipment Field) is then crossconnected to a second patch panel (Cabling
Field) that mirrors patch panel ports
in each EDA.
In this topology, Backbone Cabling from the

MDA connects to switches in the HDA. All
cabling is centralized in one cross-connect
in the HDA and distributed from the HDA to
multiple EDA(s) or rows. This scenario uses a
three-connector channel where Horizontal
Cabling runs from the EDA patch panels to
Cold aisle
Hot aisle
SW
PP1
PP3
PP2
HDA
SVR
EDA
Cold aisle
3connector channel (patch panels in HDA and EDA)
Hot aisle
SW
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PP4
PP3
PP2
PP2
HDA
ZDA
EDA
SVR
SAN
4connector channel (patch panels in the HDA, ZDA and EDA)

Illustration Legend
Distribution Rack
PP1
PP2
PP3
PP4
Patch Panel Rack

Switch Rack
SW
HDA
ZCA
EDA
4connector channel (patch panels in the HDA, ZCA and EDA)
SVR
Patch Cords
Distribution Cables
Fiber Cables
Pigtails
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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

used in the Horizontal Cabling from the HDA
to the EDA(s). This scenario uses a four-connector
channel where either one or both patch panels
of the cross-connect are located within a ZDA
(interconnect) or a ZCA (cross-connect). The use
of a ZDA means that functional areas can be
easily reconfigured within the Data Center, and
cross-connects can be located in completely
separate areas for maximum
security and cooling efficiency. On the other
hand, the use of a four-connector channel
and ZDA requires the maximum number of
terminations/connectors and patch panels.
so that sensitive ports are never touched.

Improves flexibility and manageability
with all moves, adds, and changes made at
the patch panels in the cross-connect.
Any switch can be connected to any
equipment location.
Centralized cross-connect can be placed
anywhere in the Data Center to reserve
premium cooling space for active equipment.
Optimizes cabinet utilization by reserving
cabinet space for servers.
Keeps equipment secure if necessary.
The cross-connect can use either modular
patch panels or IDC (Insulation Displacement
Connection) blocks.
Disadvantages of
Centralized Cross-connect
May require longer copper cable runs

to EDA(s) in large Data Centers.
Requires a greater number of terminations
and patch panels.
Requires ample pathway space to converge
cabling from EDA(s) to HDA.
Requires more space to accommodate
patch panels.
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Considerations for cabling in the ZDA

include the following:
How many copper and fiber ports

are required in the ZDA?
The performance of minimally compliant

connectivity if horizontal cabling between
ZDA and HDA is less than
15 meters (49 ft).
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Topology Number 2:
Partially Centralized with (end-of-row) Inter-connect
In this topology, the Backbone Cabling

from the MDA is connected to switches in
multiple HDA(s) located within an EDA or row,
essentially locating network equipment closer
to the EDA(s). This scenario uses two-connector
channels where Horizontal Cabling runs from
the EDA patch panels to the HDA patch panels.
To connect a new server to the network, the
EDA patch panel port is connected to the
switch port.
SW
Benefits of Partially
Centralized Switching
Minimizes distances of copper cabling

runs in larger Data Centers.
Reduces number of terminations
and patch panels.
Reduces amount of required pathway space.
Patch panels and switches can be located in
adjacent racks/cabinets.
PP2
PP2
Cold aisle
Hot aisle
Cold aisle
SVR
EDA
HDA
Hot aisle
2connector channel (patch panels in the server cabinet)
SW
PP2
SVR
HDA
SAN
EDA
Illustration Legend
1connector channel (patch panels in the HDA only)
Distribution Rack
Patch Panel Rack
SW
HDA
Switch Rack
EDA
Patch Cords
Distribution Cables
Fiber Cables
Pigtails
Point-to-point (no patch panels involved)
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Topology Number 2:
Partially Centralized with (end-of-row) Inter-connect (continued)
Disadvantages of Partially
Centralized Switching
Reduces security and efficient use of

premium cooling space by eliminating
ability to locate single HDA anywhere in
the Data Center.
Reduces manageability with moves, adds,
and changes made at patch panels in each
row vs. one central location.
Reduces flexibility because any switch
cannot be easily connected to any
equipment location.
Reduces scalability because unused switch
ports in one row cannot be easily allocated
for another equipment row.
Point-to-Point Connection Scenario
The partially centralized topology can also

include a point-to-point connection scenario
where switches are located in the HDA separate
from the servers in the EDA, but no crossconnect or inter-connect is deployed. This option
is the least expensive cabling option as it requires
only long patch cords that connect directly
from the switch to the server, with no patch
panels required. However, the point-to-point
scenario makes for difficult moves, adds, and
changes, and slack management. This scenario
is also a poor return on investment because
new patch cords lengths are required when
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.
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Topology Number 3:
Distributed In-cabinet (top-of-rack) Switching
In this topology, the Backbone Cabling from

the MDA is connected directly to switches
within each cabinet of the EDA, essentially
eliminating the use of an HDA.
SW
HDA/EDA
Benefits of Distributed Topology
Direct patch from switch to serve
Cold aisle
SVR
Reduces cabling complexity.

Illustration Legend
Lowers cabling costs.
Distribution Rack
Reduces amount of required pathway space.

Ideal for situations where one specific area
of the network must be separately and/or
securely controlled.
Hot aisle
Switch Rack
Patch Cords
Potentially better ROI if planning to use

extremely high bandwidth applications in
the near future (40 Gb/s or 100 Gb/s).
Patch Panel Rack
Distribution Cables
Switches
Fiber Cables
Cold aisle
Pigtails
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
within each cabinet.
Reduces scalability because unused switch
More difficult to conduct maintenance on

switches (i.e., firmware updates) since they
are distributed in many locations.
ports in one EDA are not easily allocated for

use in another.
Note: See SAN details on pg. 11
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The Storage Area Network (SAN)
As the amount of data and storage required

continues to increase, Data Center managers
are looking to implement faster backup and
retrieval speeds, better scalability to add more
storage, and overall better flexibility and
manageability. As a result, network storage is
now being moved away from other servers to
a separate network of its own, known as the
SAN. The SAN is strictly dedicated to transmitting large amounts of data between servers
and storage devices such as disk arrays, tape
libraries, and optical jukeboxes. This is most
often accomplished using fiber cross-connect
or inter-connect technology for maximum
data transfer rates.
The use of a centralized SAN cross-connect
offers the following benefits:
Enables permanent connections to switches
Cabling Considerations for the SAN
Pre-terminated Solutions
When allocating space and designing cabling

and connectivity for the SAN, there are many
factors and options to consider.
For easy, quick, and reliable deployment and

reconfigurations in the SAN, pre-terminated
solutions are an ideal choice. These connector
modules feature multiple pre-terminated fiber
connectors on one side that transition to one
plug-and-go MPO connector on the other.
Pre-terminated solutions can provide the
following benefits in a SAN environment:
Ensure plenty of space for scalability

by determining the number of servers
connected to the SAN both now and
in the future.
When deciding between a cross-connect

or inter-connect, determine the frequency
of moves, adds, and changes and level
of security required.
When selecting cabling and connector type,

and termination method, determine amount
of bandwidth required, cabling distance
limitations, return loss budget for the
application, and level of expertise to
connectorize and install fiber.
Faster overall deployment.

No fiber connectorization expertise required.
Fast and easy moves, adds, and changes with
plug-and-go application.
Easy slack management and

protection of fibers.
High density for more space and scalability.
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.
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Data Center Cabling Sample Configurations
The following Data Center cabling configurations

represent typical layouts often encountered
in Data Centers, but they are not necessarily
connected together within the same Data
Center. The information presented in these
samples is intended to help the designer of the
cabling infrastructure choose the right Belden
products to optimize Data Center scalability,
flexibility, manageability, availability and lower
total cost of ownership. Belden can work with
customers to design alternative configurations
using the same components to address specific
Data Center needs.
The configurations detailed on the following
pages include:
Partially Centralized Inter-connect in a
672-port HDA.
Centralized Cross-connect in a 672 x 672port HDA.
EDA with 96 Copper Ports from the HDA
and 48 Fiber Ports from SAN.
Cross-connect Cabling for a 384 X 720port SAN.
More configurations will be added over time.
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Cable Installation and

Routing Guidelines
Using back-to-back vertical managers with

high-density fingers in the back provides
intuitive routing by better guiding the cables.
A bundle size of 12 cables is the optimum
vertical manager fill ratio. See calculation
tables on the following page for capacity.
Cables should be inserted in a specific order

for proper management:
When cabling enters the rack from
under-floor cable pathways, bundles of
cables intended for the upper patch
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 patch panels
routed from the upper part to lower
part of the rack.
Managing patch cords from both sides in

a patch panel (ports 1-12 and 13-24)
facilitates patch cord dressing and allows
better visibility to the port labeling.
Whenever possible, populate patch cords in
the patch panels by progressing from the
outer ports toward the center.
Four Simple Rules for Optimum Patch
Cord Management
Cable slack must never be left hanging loose

in the channel. This can cause bunching of
the cords at the bottom.
Always use Velcro ties to guide patch cords

and manage slack.
Always use the shortest cord available for

the connection.
Create patching zones between Cabling

Distribution and Equipment fields.
When cabling enters the rack from

overhead cable pathways, bundles of
cables intended for the lower patch
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.
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Maximum Number of Cables or Patch Cords in

Vertical and Horizontal Managers
The following tables define the maximum

number of copper cables or patch cords that
can be installed in vertical or horizontal cable

managers based on cable type.
Table A - Maximum number of cables in vertical managers
Vertical Manager Size

6
10
12
CAT6A
360
456
720
Beyond CAT6 (4800)

408
576
816
CAT6 (2400)
480
948
1092
Note: All with bundles of 12 cables.
Table B - Maximum number of patch cords in vertical managers

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

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

6
10
12
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168
288
432
CAT6+
264
384
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Centralized Cross-connect in a 672 x 672-port HDA
This example demonstrates how to cable a

672 x 672-port HDA using a centralized crossconnect. The switch patch panels (Equipment
Field) located in the center of each rack both
contain 14 24-port patch panels for a total of 672
ports that mirror switch ports. Those patch panels
are then cross-connected to patch panels (Cabling
Field) located in the top and bottom of the racks,
which mirror patch panel ports in each EDA.
HDA Cabling Considerations:
Number of ports in each EDA.

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.
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HDA Alternatives:
AngleFlex patch panels allow intuitive
Can be assembled in a high-density cabinet
patch cord management and help keep clean

HDA connection fields.
Locating the Equipment Field in the center
of the rack alleviates congestion on
vertical channels.
Configure AngleFlex patch panels with
left/right cable management per installation
guidelines supplied with product.
Avoid too much patch cord slack for optimum
operation. Refer to the table for patch cord
length recommendations.
(XHD84-Series). See Product Offering.

When using the high-density (XHD84 Series)
cabinet, use the center and side extension
kits (XHD8443CXF and XHG8443SXF) to
increase the capacity of the vertical
channels and properly manage patch cords.
See Product Offering.
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Centralized Cross-connect in a 672 x 672-port HDA (continued)
Center Vertical Manager

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6" Wide
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42
2
37
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39

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44
45
45
Left Side Vertical Manager

6" Wide
19" Telecom Rack #2
Slack Management Spool
Floor
Front View
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Front Cable Routing Guidelines for 672 x 672 Cross-connect
EDA 1
EDA 2
EDA 3
EDA 4
Upper Left
Left
Right
Left
Right
Left
Right
Left
Right
4 ft
7 ft
7 ft
8 ft
5 ft
7 ft
8 ft
9 ft
HDA 1
Upper Right Lower Left Lower Right Upper Left
7 ft
4 ft
5 ft
7 ft
7 ft
5 ft
6 ft
8 ft
5 ft
7 ft
9 ft
8 ft
4 ft
7 ft
7 ft
7 ft
7 ft
5 ft
8 ft
6 ft
7 ft
4 ft
5 ft
8 ft
7 ft
5 ft
4 ft
7 ft
8 ft
6 ft
5 ft
7 ft
HDA 2
Upper Right Lower Left Lower Right
8 ft
7 ft
7 ft
4 ft
9 ft
8 ft
7 ft
5 ft
8 ft
6 ft
5 ft
7 ft
7 ft
5 ft
4 ft
7 ft
Left Side
Left Side
Right Side
Upper
Left Side
Upper
Right Side
9 ft
8 ft
7 ft
5 ft
8 ft
7 ft
7 ft
4 ft
Right Side
Upper
Right Side
HDA Ca b lin g
Field 1
Upper
Left Side
To
E DA Ca b lin g
Field 2
Upper
Left Side
C
L
From
E DA Ca b lin g
Field 1
Upper
Right Side
HDA Ca b lin g
Field 2
Upper
Left Side
Upper
Right Side
E DA Ca b lin g
Field 3
E DA Ca b lin g
Field 4
Left Side
Left Side
Right Side
Right Side
Typical Patch Cord Path

From EDA Fields
To HDA Most Distant Fields
C
L
Typical Patch Cord Path

From EDA Fields
To HDA Closest Fields
C
L
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Rear Cable Routing Guidelines for 672 x 672 Cross-connect
To EDA Cabinets
168 UTP Pigtails
168 UTP Pigtails
168 UTP Pigtails

336 UTP Pigtails
168 UTP Pigtails

84 UTP Pigtails
ED A C a b l i n g
Field 3
Rear
ED A C a b l i n g
Field 4
Rear
ED A C a b l i n g
Field 1
Rear
84 UTP Pigtails
HDA Cabling
Field 1
Rear
ED A C a b l i n g
Field 2
Rear
HDA Cabling
Field 2
Rear
84 UTP Pigtails
168 UTP Pigtails
168 UTP Pigtails
To Network Switch
Rear View
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Belden Bill of Materials for 672 X 672 Cross-connect
Item
Racks, Frames & Cable Management
19" Telecom Rack
Vertical Managers 12"
Horizontal Manager with Cover 3U
Description
Aluminum relay rack 19"Wx84"H, #12-24 tapped hole, Black, Knock Down
Combination High/low with front doors, 12"Wx84"H, w 3 Slack Management Spools, Black
Combination High/low with front doors, 6"Wx84"H, Black
19" WX3U, Black
Part Number
Quantities
BHRR194
BHVHL12
BHVHL06
BHH193U
2
1
2
4
Notes
Augmented Category 6 Solution - IBDN System 10GX

Distribution Cable
Augmented Category 6A Cable
Single-ended Patch Cords (Pigtails)
7.6 m (25 ft)
Patch Cords
Cat6A Modular Cord
Cat6A Modular Cord
Cat6A Modular Cord
Cat6A Modular Cord
Cat6A Modular Cord
Cat6A Modular Cord
Patch Panels
HDA Cabling Field
Panels
Keystone Style Modules
EDA Cabling Field
Panels
10GX12 0061000
672 runs
10GX Pigtail, 4-Pair, 23 AWG Solid, T568B Open, CMR
CA21208025
672
10GX, Modular Cord, 4 pairs, 23 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, CMR, Blue, 4 ft (1.2 m)

CA21106004
CA21106005
CA21106006
CA21106007
CA21106008
CA21106009
336
168
84
54
20
10
AngleFlex Patch Panel, 1U, 24 ports, Black

10GX KeyConnect Modular Jack, Red
AX103248
AX102285
28
672

10GX KeyConnect Modular Jack, Blue
AX103248
AX102268
28
672
10GX12 Nonbonded-Pairs Cable, 4-Pair, 23 AWG UTP, 305 m (1000 ft), Spool, Blue
Length = TBD
Beyond Category 6 Solution - IBDN System 4800LX

Distribution Cable
Enhanced Category 6 Nonbonded-Pairs, Riser
Pig Tails
Cat6 7,6 m (25 ft)
Patch Cords
CAT6+ Modular Cord
CAT6+ Modular Cord
CAT6+ Modular Cord
CAT6+ Modular Cord
CAT6+ Modular Cord
CAT6+ Modular Cord
Patch Panels
HDA Cabling Field
Patch Panels
EDA Cabling Field
Patch Panels
4812 D151000
672 runs
GigaFlex CAT6+ Pig Tails, 4 pairs, 23 AWG, T568A/B-open, CMR, Grey, 7.6 m (25 ft)
C601308025
672
CAT6+ Patch Cord, Bonded-Pair, 4-Pair, 24 AWG Solid, T568A/B-T568A/B, CMR, Blue, 4 ft (1.2 m)
C601106004
C601106005
C601106006
C601106007
C601106008
C601106009
336
168
84
54
20
10

CAT6+ KeyConnect Modular Jack, Red
AX103248
AX101323
28
672

CAT6+ KeyConnect Modular Jack, Blue
AX103248
AX101326
28
672
AX101569
DataTwist 4800 Cable, 4-pair, 23 AWG UTP, 305m (1000 ft) Spool, Blue
Length = TBD
Miscellaneous Accessories
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Partially Centralized Inter-Connect in a 672-port HDA
This example demonstrates how a 672-port

HDA is cabled using a partially centralized
topology with inter-connect. Within this
HDA, two 336-port switches each connect to
fourteen 24-port patch panels via permanent
cabling. From each patch panel, cabling
terminates to patch panels or equipment
in the EDA (not shown).
HDA Cabling Considerations:
Number of ports in each EDA.

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.
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HDA Installation Alternatives:
AngleFlex patch panels allow intuitive patch
Can be assembled in a high-density cabinet
cord management and help keep clean HDA

connection fields.
Horizontal managers below and above the
switch increase flexibility for switch access.
Configure AngleFlex patch panels with
left/right cable management per installation
guidelines supplied with product.
Avoid too much patch cord slack for
optimum operation. Refer to the table for
patch cord length recommendations.
Cisco Catalyst switches (shown) should be
cabled from the right to avoid blocking the
cooling fan.
Manage patch cord slack at the patch
panel level to avoid congesting the
entry of the switch.
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(XHD84-Series). See Product Offering.
When using the high-density (XHD84 Series)

cabinet, use the center and side extension
kits (XHD8443CXF and XHG8443SXF) to
increase the capacity of the vertical channels
and properly manage patch cords. See
Product Offering.
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Partially Centralized Inter-Connect in a 672-port HDA (continued)
Front Cable Routing Guidelines for 672-port HDA
19" Rack
19" Rack
Left Side
Vertical Manager
6" Wide
Right Side
Vertical Manager
6" Wide
Center
Vertical Manager
12" Wide
45
45
45
45
44
44
44
44
44
44
43
43
43
43
43
43
43
43
42
42
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20
20
19
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19
19
ac
Sp
ee
11
2
22
24
22
24
1314
23
24
12
44
45
46
47
44
45
46
47
17
17
16
16
16
16
11
2
1314
23
24
12
26
27
26
27
44
45
46
47
15
15
22
24
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
42
44
45
46
47
42
44
45
46
47
27
11
14
14
13
13
13
13
44
45
46
47
22
24
22
24
1314
1
2
5
6
26
48
18
18
48
17
17
SWITCHING MODULE
26
27
35
26
42
44
45
46
47
3738
47
36
SWITCHING MODULE
25
26
27
25
26
27
25
35
26
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
23
24
47
36
25
25
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
23
24
1314
11
22
42
44
45
46
47
42
44
45
46
47
3738
47
36
48
1314
23
24
35
26
3738
47
36
48
SWITCHING MODULE
25
26
27
25
35
26
42
44
45
46
47
3738
47
36
48
14
14
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
48 P OR T
2
11
2
22
24
22
24
1314
23
24
12
SWITCHING MODULE
25
26
27
25
26
27
25
35
26
42
44
45
46
47
42
44
45
46
47
3738
47
36
48
13
13
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
48 P OR T
11
2
1314
23
24
12
SWITCHING MODULE
25
35
26
3738
47
36
48
12
12
16
16
SWITCHING MODULE
25
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
24
12
12
12
48 P OR T
2
23
24
48 P OR T
4
STATUS
42
24
12
STATUS
WS-X6548-GE-TX
48
48 P OR T
48
47
22
3738
15
15
WS-X6548-GE-TX
47
12
11
14
14
SWITCHING MODULE
26
48 P OR T
2
SWITCHING MODULE
3738
1314
STATUS
7
3738
12
48
36
25
11
35
15
15
12
12
4 8 P ORT
2
47
12
12
STATUS
36
35
STATUS
42
3738
35
26
SWITCHING MODULE
25
25
26
25
25
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
48 P OR T
5
STATUS
WS-X6548-GE-TX
48
23
24
12
WS-X6548-GE-TX
48
47
17
17
47
5
5
5
42
6
5
6
4
3
4
3
6
5
6
4
3
4
3
6
5
4
3
6
5
6
4
3
4
42
36
25
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
4 8 P ORT
STATUS
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
4 8 P ORT
STATUS
6
5
6
4
3
4
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
26
1314
STATUS
7
6
5
6
4
3
4
1
2
1
2
WS-X6548-GE-TX
47
3738
35
25
11
3738
6
5
6
4
3
4
2
1
2
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
12
47
13
13
Switch A
Rear view
336 UTP ports
46
20
20
19
19
1
2
WS-X6548-GE-TX
23
24
1314
11
1
2
WS-X6548-GE-TX
45
14
14
WS-X6548-GE-TX
44
48
SWITCHING MODULE
27
21
21
CMS 3U
18
18
SWITCHING MODULE
26
42
36
25
22
22
6
24
22
23
23
6
36
35
24
24
6
27
27
26
3738
35
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
4 8 P ORT
STATUS
26
25
26
15
15
18
18
SWITCHING MODULE
25
26
25
25
25
36
25
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
23
24
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
23
24
24
24
26
26
6
22
22
2
2
1
7
35
27
27
STATUS
7
1314
4 8 P ORT
12
1314
12
11
28
28
6
11
27
5
7
26
6
6
25
26
22
24
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
SWITCHING MODULE
25
26
27
42
44
45
46
47
11
11
11
11
11
11
11
11
10
10
10
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02
02
02
01
01
01
01
04
04
03
03
02
02
01
01
CMS 3U
Cabling
Fields
1 to2EDA
Cabinets
Cabling
Fields
to EDA
Cabinets
14 14
x 24x 24
ports
AngleFlex
Patch
Panels
1U 1U
ports
AngleFlex
Patch
Panels
Total
of 336
UTPUTP
Ports
Total
of 336
Ports
29
29
6
48
SWITCHING MODULE
25
23
24
24
22
30
30
6
6
4
STATUS
WS-X6548-GE-TX
2
2
16
16
WS-X6548-GE-TX
4 8 P ORT
STATUS
WS-X6548-GE-TX
1314
12
11
5
7
31
31
WS-X6548-GE-TX
47
36
32
32
6
26
3738
35
10/100/1000 BASE-T
ETHERNET
4 8 P ORT
2
WS-X6548-GE-TX
25
12
STATUS
17
17
23
24
1314
11
33
33
6
18
18
CMS 3U
19
19
WS-X6548-GE-TX
22
22
23
23
24
24
34
34
6
25
25
26
26
27
27
28
28
30
30
29
29
39
39
32
32
31
31
Patch Cord Management Spool
40
40
35
35
6
33
33
34
34
Cabling Fields 1 to EDA Cabinets

14 x 24 ports AngleFlex Patch Panels 1U
Total of 336 UTP Ports
35
35
41
41
39
39
42
42
Fr
Fr
ee
40
40
ac
Sp
41
41
45
45
44
44
45
45
Switch B
Rear view
336 UTP ports
04
04
03
03
CMS 3U
02
02
01
01
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Shortest
Cord
Longest
Cord
Patch Cord Path

From Right Side of Distribution Field 2
To Switch B
C
L
Patch Cord Path

To Switch A
Switch A
Switch A
Switch A
Switch A
Switch A
Switch A
7 ft (2.1 m)
6 ft (1.8 m)
5 ft (1.5 m)
5 ft (1.5 m)
4 ft (1.2 m)
3 ft (0.9 m)
8 ft (2.4 m)
7 ft (2.1 m)
6 ft (1.8 m)
6 ft (1.8 m)
5 ft (1.5 m)
4 ft (1.2 m)
Switch B
Switch B
Switch B
Switch B
Switch B
Switch B
7 ft (2.1 m)
6 ft (1.8 m)
5 ft (1.5 m)
5 ft (1.5 m)
4 ft (1.2 m)
3 ft (0.9 m)
8 ft (2.4 m)
7 ft (2.1 m)
6 ft (1.8 m)
6 ft (1.8 m)
5 ft (1.5 m)
4 ft (1.2 m)
C
L
Distribution
Field 1 to EDA
336 ports
Distribution Field #1
Ports
of PP
to PP
01 to 12
01
03
01 to 12
04
09
01 to 12
10
14
13 to 24
01
02
13 to 24
03
08
13 to 24
09
14
Distribution Field #2
Ports
of PP
to PP
01 to 12
01
03
01 to 12
04
09
01 to 12
10
14
13 to 24
01
02
13 to 24
03
08
13 to 24
09
14
To
From
Front Cable Routing Guidelines for 672-port HDA (continued)
Distribution
Field 2 to EDA
336 ports
Middle Horizontal
Management
Patch Cord Path

From Left Side of Distribution Field 2
To Switch B
Patch Cord Path

To Switch A
Sw i t c h A
336
UTP ports
Sw i t c h B
336
UTP ports
Lower Horizontal
Management
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Rear Cable Routing Guidelines for 672-port HDA
168 UTP
4 pair cables
168 UTP
4 pair cables
Sw i t c h A
Sw i t c h B
Distribution
Field 1 to
EDA
Rear
Distribution
Field 2 to
EDA
Rear
To EDA Cabinets
168 UTP
4 pair cables
168 UTP
4 pair cables
To EDA Cabinets
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Belden Bill of Materials for 672-port HDA
Item
Racks, Frames & Cable Managements
4-post Rack
Retention Bar for 6" Vert. Manager
Network Cabinet
Vertical Cable Management
Vertical Cable Management
Description
Steel Relay Rack,84" x 19",12-24 tap,36"deep
Combination High/low density with doors, 12"Wx84"H, Black
Combination High/low density with front doors, 6"Wx84"H, Black
Retention gates (6) 6", Black
19" WX3U, Black
Cabinet mounting alternative
Server cabinet 84"Hx30" Wx43"D, Black,
Side Extension Kit for XHD 84" H x 43" D
Center Extension Kit for XHD 84" H x 43" D
Part Number
Quantities
XDR8419-31236
BHVHL12
BHVHL06
BHGR06X
BHH193U
2
1
2
2
4
XHD84432110
XHD8443SXF
XHD8443CXF
2
2
1
CA21100xxxA06
112
AX103248
AX104024
28
672
10GX120061000
672 runs
AX103248
AX102288
28
672
CA21106003
CA21106004
CA21106005
CA21106006
CA21106007
CA21106008
144
144
168
144
72
144
4812 D151000
672 runs
C601106003
C601106004
C601106005
C601106006
C601106007
C601106008
144
144
168
144
72
AX103248
AX101326
28
672
AX101569
AX102515
1
as req'd
Notes
Category 6A Solution - IBDN System 10GX

Pre-terminated Option
Cable Assemblies
Category 6A Cable Assemblies
Patch Panels
Patch Panel
Keystone Style Couplers
10GX Pre-term. Cable Assy, Bonded-Pair, 4-Pair, 23 AWG Solid, T568 A/B-T568 A/B, 6 Cables
AngleFlex Patch Panel, 24 ports, 1U, Black (Empty)
10GX KeyConnect RJ45 Coupler, Black
Use xxx to specify length in feet
Field-terminated Option
Distribution Cable
Category 6A Cable
Patch Panels
Patch Panel
10GX12 Nonbonded-Pairs Cable, 4-Pair, 23 AWG UTP, 305 m (1000 ft), Spool, Blue
Length = TBD
Patch Cords
Patch Cords
CAT6A Modular Cord
CAT6A Modular Cord
CAT6A Modular Cord
CAT6A Modular Cord
CAT6A Modular Cord
CAT6A Modular Cord
10GX, Modular Cord, 4 pairs, 23 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, CMR, Blue, 0,9 m (3 ft)
10GX, Modular Cord, 4 pairs, 23 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, CMR, Blue, 1.5 m (5 ft)

Distribution Cable
Enhanced Category 6 Cable
Patch Cords
CAT6+ Modular Cord
CAT6+ Modular Cord
CAT6+ Modular Cord
CAT6+ Modular Cord
CAT6+ Modular Cord
CAT6+, Bonded-Pair Modular Cord, 4 pairs, 24 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, Riser, 0,9 m (3 ft)
CAT6+ Bonded-Pair Modular Cord, 4 pairs, 24 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, Riser, 1,2 m (4 ft)
CAT6+, Bonded-Pair Modula1 Cord, 4 pairs, 24 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, Riser, 2,1 m (7 ft)
CAT6+, Bonded-Pair Modula1 Cord, 4 pairs, 24 AWG, T568A/B-T568A/B, Riser, 2,4 m (8 ft)
Patch Panels
Patch Panel

Labeling
Velcro Ties

75 ft Roll x 1/2 in. Bulk Velcro
Length = TBD
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EDA with 96 Copper Ports from HDA and 48 Fiber Ports from SAN
This example demonstrates how to cable an

EDA containing 96 copper ports from the HDA
and 48 fiber optic ports from the SAN. From
the HDA, 96 copper cables terminate to two
48-port high-density patch panels, which in
turn connect to UTP ports on the servers. From
the SAN, fiber optic cabling terminates to four
LC adapter modules each equipped with 12 LC
duplex connectors for a total of 48 LC duplex
fiber ports. The adapter modules are housed in
a high-density 1U fiber patch panel.
EDA Installation Tips:
EDA Alternatives:
Using 30-inch wide enclosures provides better
Use MPO-LC 24-fiber Modules (AX103729)
patch cord management to the servers.
Using 1U 48-port patch panels saves 2 RU for

server installation.
Assembling 30-inch wide enclosures provides

a 7-inch wide vertical management channel
between enclosures.
Install the KeyConnect patch panels per the
and Multi-MPO 24-fiber assemblies (NXCUPFX-PHXFEN-PHPFEN-O-0000) for quick

deployment between EDA and HDA or SAN.
If cabling is distributed under raised floor,

installing the patch panels at the bottom of
the cabinet will simplify cable management
within the cabinet.
installation guidelines supplied with product.

EDA Cabling Considerations:
Maximum number of servers allowed

in enclosure based on power/cooling
limitations.
Number of copper ports required

by each server.
Number of fiber ports required

by each server.
Space for cable and patch cord

management, including slack.
Space required for additional

equipment, such as power and
environmental monitoring.
Install the FiberExpress Ultra 1U shelf per the

installation guidelines supplied with product.
Use a 1U horizontal cable manager to route

patch cords to the left after exiting from the
right of the panel.
Route copper and fiber patch cords in two

separate vertical channels. Route fiber patch
cords on the same side as Cabinet Distribution
Units (CDUs). If two CDUs are used in the
enclosure, follow power separation guidelines
per the TIA-942 standard (Table 2 in section
7.3.1) to avoid electro-magnetic interference
on copper cords.
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.
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Right Side
Vertical Manager
Built-in 3" Wide
Left Side
Vertical Manager
Built-in 3" Wide
High Density Cabinet

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Right Side
Vertical Manager
Built-in 3" Wide

84"Hx30"Wx43"D
Fiber Cable from HDA

1x FiberExpress Ultra Patch Panels FXU
4 LC Duplex Adaptor Modules equipped with
12 LC Duplex Connectors
Total of 48 LC Duplex Fiber Ports
SD
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Filler 3U
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Gb LAN A
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Gb LAN B
P WR
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T OC
Gb L A N B
Gb L A NA
TOC
USB
USB
Horizontal CMS 1U
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CON S O L E
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S E R IA L A
PCI-X 1 33
T OC
Gb L A N B
USB
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S E R IA L B
P WR
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CON S O L E
UTP Cabling from HDA

2x 48 ports Keyconnect 1U Patch Panels
S C S IL V D /S E
Gb L A NA
USB
Gb L A N B
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P WR
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Gb L A NA
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SERIAL B
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P WR
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S C S IL V D /S E
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Filler 2U
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S E R IA L A
PCI-X 133
SERIAL A
S C S IL V D /S E
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CON S O L E
Management Card
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SCSI LVD/SE
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Filler 1U
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PWR
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Left Side
Vertical Manager
Built-in 3" Wide
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CON S O L E
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S E R IA L A
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P WR
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USB
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USB
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CON S O L E
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USB
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UID
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CON S O L E
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CON S O L E
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T OC
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USB
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CON S O L E
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T OC
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USB
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PWR
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20 Servers 2U Each with

3 UTP Ports
2 LC Fiber Ports
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TOC
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T OC
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T OC
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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
Cabinet
Fiber Cabling
96 UTP Cables
4 x 24 Fiber Cables
Fiber Cabling
Maximum of 24 Fiber Patch Cords

- Servers on U 1 to 22 can be reached with a 3 m (10') Patch Cord
CMS 1U
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Front
2 0
96 UTP Cables
Maximum of 24 Fiber Patch Cords

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

- Servers on U 1 to 12 can be reached with a 7' (2.1 m) Patch Cord
S E R V E R S
UTP Cabling
Left Side Vertical Manager for UTP Only
S E R V E R S
Rear Each with 2 LC fiber port & 3 UTP ports
2 0
Right Side Vertical Manager for Fiber Only
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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
Server Cabinet
Horizontal Manager
Filler Panel
Filler Panel
Filler Panel
Description
Server cabinet 84"Hx30"Wx43"D, Black
Horizontal mgr/cover 19"x1U Black
1U 19" Solid Filler Panel, Black
Part Number
Quantity
XHD84432112
BHH191U
B9910-0100
B9911-0200
B9912-0200
1
1
1
1
1
Notes
Augmented Category 6 Solution - IBDN System 10GX

Distribution Cable
Category A Cable
Patch Cords
CAT6a Modular Cord
CAT6a Modular Cord
CAT6a Modular Cord
CAT6a Modular Cord
Patch Panels
Patch Panel
Modular Jacks
10GX12 Cable, 4 Nonbonded-Pairs, 23 AWG UTP, Riser, Blue
10GX120061000
96 runs
AX360014
AX360370
AX360371
AX360015
6
18
18
18
KeyConnect Modular Patch Panel, 48 ports, 1U, Black (Empty)

AX103121
AX102288
2
96
4812 D151000
96 runs
CA21106003
CA21106004
CA21106005
CA21106006
CA21106007
CA21106008
144
144
168
144
72
144
AX103121
AX101326
2
96
NXC-UPFX-PHXFGNPHPFGN-O-0000
4 cables
Fiber Optic Patch Cord, Duplex Zip, 2.0mm, 2f, FX2K, Riser, 1,0 m
AX200992
AX200664
AX200665
6
24
10
FiberExpress Ultra FXU, 1U, Black

FiberExpress Ultra MPO Pre-terminated Module, LC-Duplex, 24f, FX2000
AX103143
AX103729
1
4
Length = TBD

Distribution cable
Enhanced Category 6 Cable
Patch Cords
CAT6A Modular Cord
CAT6A Modular Cord
CAT6A Modular Cord
CAT6A Modular Cord
CAT6A Modular Cord
CAT6A Modular Cord
Patch Panels
Patch Panel
Modular Jacks
KeyConnect Modular Patch Panel, 48 ports, 1U, Black (Empty)
Length = TBD
Fiber - FX 2000 Series - Pre-terminated Solution

Horizontal Cabling From HDA to EDA
MPO Pre-terminated Cable
Patch Cords
LC Duplex Patch Cord
Patch Panels
Fiber Patch Panel
Fiber Adaptor Module
MPO Cable, 24 fibers, MPO-MPO, type-C, FX2000, Plenum
Length = TBD
For EDA cabinet only

Fiber - FX 2000 Series - Field-terminated Solution

Horizontal Cabling From HDA to EDA
50/125m, Laser Optimized Fiber Cable
FX 2000, Distribution, 24 fibers, Plenum,
B9C602
4 cables
Field Installable Connectors

Optimax Field Installable Connector
LC 50m Multimode, Field Installable Connector
AX101982
192
Fiber Optic Patch Cord, Duplex Zip, 2.0mm, 2f, FX2K, Riser, 1.0 m
AX200992
AX200664
AX200665
6
24
10

FXU Frame, LC Duplex, 24 fibers
AX103143
AX103465
1
4
Patch Cords
Patch Panels
Fiber Patch Panel
Length = TBD
96 connectors go in the HDA

Labeling
Velcro Ties
Cable Slack Management

12 in. Fiber Optic Cable Manager
AX101569
AX102515
AX102516
1
as req'd
as req'd
Use with Pre-terminated Cables
AX102517
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This example shows how to cable a 720-port

SAN using a centralized topology with a crossconnect. A SAN switch containing 384 LC
duplex fiber ports connects to 384 LC duplex
fiber ports housed in three, 4U fiber patch
panels via permanent cabling. The 4U fiber
patch panels cross-connect to another 720
ports housed in five, 4U patch panels in the
bottom half of the cabinet. From there, fiber
optic cabling terminates to fiber patch panels
in the EDA. Setting up the SAN as a crossconnect increases security with all switch ports
mirrored on fiber patch panels. This set-up
offers the possibility to expand the SAN to
720 ports in the future.
SAN Cabling Considerations:
Number of servers connected to SAN,
now and future.

Distance limitations.
Level of security.
Bandwidth required for transmitting data.
Fiber connectorization expertise.
Loss budget for fiber applications.
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SAN Alternatives:
The FiberExpress Ultra 4U shelf terminates
Use MPO-LC 24-fiber Modules (AX103729)
144 LC duplex ports and is perfect for

managing a high concentration of
fiber connections.
Using 24-fiber LC cable assemblies between
the switch and the back of the Equipment
Field patch panels enables quick deployment
of new equipment cards.
Ganging high-density cabinet (XHD84 Series)
together creates a 7-inch wide vertical
management channel in the center.
Install the FiberExpress Ultra 4U shelf
per the installation guidelines supplied
with the product.
Avoid too much patch cord slack for
optimum operation. Refer to the table for
patch cord length recommendations.
Use blanking panels to block unused spaces
for optimum cooling.
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deployment between EDA and HDA or SAN.
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Built-in 6" Wide

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Filler 3U
Filler 4U
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Filler 4U
CMS 2U

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Built-in 6" Wide

84"Hx30"Wx43"D
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Filler 4U
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Filler 4U
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Filler 4U
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Filler 4U
Filler 4U
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Filler 4U
Filler 4U
1
10
pwr4
pwr3
SAN Equipment Field

3 x FiberExpress Ultra Patch Panels 4U
Rear
SAN Equipment Field

Max of 432 LC Duplex Fiber Ports
384 LC Duplex Ports Installed
CMS 3U
Cabling Field to EDA Cabinets

Rear
Cabling Field to EDA Cabinets

Total of 720 LC Duplex Fiber Ports
Manager Trough
Double Sided
38
35
36

Built-in 3" Wide
43
37
36
Filler 4U
35
Filler 4U
Manager Trough
Double Sided
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Filler 4U
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Filler 4U
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Filler 4U
CMS 3U
15
pwr2
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pwr1
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1
SAN Switch
Front
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12
Power Supply
11
SAN Switch
Rear view
384 LC duplex fiber ports
10
09
Power Supply
01
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Power Supply
01
01
05
04
03
Power Supply
02
POWER SUPPLY 2 & 4
POWER SUPPLY 1 & 3
Filler 2U
08
01
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Cross-connect Cabling for a 720-port SAN (continued)
Front Cable Routing Guidelines for 720-port SAN Cross-connect
Note 1
To SAN Switch
On Rear Side
60 Cables
From
EDA Cabling Field
To EDA Cabinets
32 Cables
PP
Note 2
To
SAN Cabling FIeld
With
Ports
Patch Panels with
** Left Side Access
01 to 36
Right Side Access **
37 to 72
** Left Side Access
73 to 108
109 to 144
** Left Side Access
01 to 36
37 to 72
** Left Side Access
73 to 108
109 to 144
** Left Side Access
01 to 36
37 to 72
** Left Side Access
73 to 108
109 to 144
** Left Side Access
01 to 36
37 to 72
** Left Side Access
73 to 108
109 to 144

** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
** Left Side Access
SAN
Equipment
Field
384 LC
Duplex Ports
30 Cables
30 Cables
01
02
S A N
S w i t c h
03
Cabling Field
to EDA
Up to 720 LC
Duplex Ports
Notes
1 32 Cables of 24 fibers with
12 LC Duplex/12 LC Duplex,
7 m going to the rear side
2 Cables to EDA Cabinets
Distribution cables, 24 Fibers,
50/125m Laser Optimized,
Various lengths
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Cord
Longest
Cord
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
2 m (6 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
4 m (12 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
4 m (12 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
4 m (12 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
3 m (10 ft)
4 m (12 ft)
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Rear Cable Routing Guidelines for 720-port SAN Cross-connect
SA N
Equipment
Field
Up to 384 LC
Duplex Ports
16 Cables
16 Cables
Note 2D
Note 2C
C
L
CMS
Note 2B
S A N
S w i t c h
Cabling Field
to EDA
Up to 720 LC
Duplex Ports
Note 2A
CMS
384 LC DUPLEX FIBER PORTS
C
L
Note 1
Notes
1 32 Cables of 24 Fibers with
12 LC Duplex/12 LC Duplex,
7 m going to the rear side
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
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Belden Bill of Materials for 720-port SAN Cross Connect
Item
Pass-Through
Pass-Through
Slack Management Spool
3U Filler Plate
4U Filler Plate
Description
High Density Cabinet 84"Hx30"Wx43"D, Black,
Manager Through Single 43"D
Manager Through Double 43"D
Slack Management spool kit, Black
19" WX2U, Black
19" WX3U, Black
Part Number
Quantities
XHD84432111
XHDMFR143
XHDMFR243
BHSK020
B9910-0300
B9910-0400
BHH192U
BHH193U
2
1
1
1
1
16
1
2
NXC-MRFX-LCPFBNLCPFBN-O-0000
32 cables
AX103267
AX103465
5
60
NXC-MRFX-LCPFBNLDPFEN-O-0007
32 Cables
AX103267
AX103465
3
32
B9C602
32 cables
AX103267
AX103465
AX101982
5
60
1440
NXC-MRFX-LCPFBNLDPFEN-O-0007
32 Cables
AX103267
AX103465
3
32
AX200992
AX200664
AX200665
120
234
30
AX101569
AX102515
AX102516
AX102517
1
as req'd
as req'd
as req'd
Notes
Fiber Cabling - FX 2000 Series - Pre-terminated Solution

Fiber Cabling to EDA
Multi-duplex Pre-terminated Cable
Patch Panels
Fiber Patch Panel
Pre-terminated Distribution Cable, 24 fibers, FX2000, Riser, 12 LC Duplex, 1m 900m fan-out,

pull-eye at one end
FXU Frame, LC Duplex. 24 fibers
Length = TBD
From SAN Switch to Equipment Field

Patch Panels
Fiber Patch Panel
Pre-terminated Distribution Cable, 24 fibers, FX2000, Riser, 12 LC Duplex, 1m 900m fan-out

inside end, 1m 2mm fan-out outside end, pull-eye at one end
Fiber Cabling - FX 2000 Series - Field-terminated Solution

Fiber Cabling to EDA
Fiber Cable, 50/125m, Laser Optimised, OFNR
Patch Panels
Fiber Patch Panel
Field Installable LC Connectors
FX 2000, Distribution, Riser 24 fibers

Optimax, LC, Multimode 50m, for 900m Tight buffer fiber
Length = TBD
From SAN Switch to Equipment Field

Pre-terminated Distribution Cable, 24 fibers, FX2000, Riser, 12 LC Duplex, 1m 900m fan-out

inside end, 1m 2mm fan-out outside end, pull-eye at one end
Patch Panels
Fiber Patch Panel

Patch Cords
Labeling
Velcro Ties

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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
Double-sided High density with doors, 6"Wx84"H, Black

High/Low density combination with front doors, 6"Wx84"H, Black
Vertical Manager Backcover, 6"W, Black
BHVHH06
BHVHH10
BHVHH12
BHVHL06
BHVHL10
BHVHL12
BHBC06X
BHBC10X
BHBC12X
Horizontal Manager with Cover 19"Wx1U, Black

BHH191U
BHH192U
BHH193U
Top transition channel, 19"Wx6"D, Black

Lower transition channel, 19"Wx6"D, Black
Lower transition channel double, 19"Wx6"D, Black
Transition tray (rack to rack)
BHTT196
BHTL196
BHTD196
BHTR196
Slack management spool kit, Black

Divider bar, 10"W, Black
Divider bar, 12"W, Black
BHSK020
BHDB10X
BHDB12H
Vertical Managers
Horizontal Managers
Transition Channels
Accessories
See Belden New Product Bulletin 247 for more details
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Cable Management (continued)
Enclosures
DESCRIPTION
30-inch Enclosures
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High Density Cabinet 84"Hx30"Wx43"D, Black, four rail kit, 12-24 tap, screws,
perforated door, corrugated panel front and back, no side panels
XHD84432110
Side Panel Set, 84x30x43"deep frame (2 sides)

High Density Cabinet 84"H x30"Wx43"D, Black, four rail kit, 12-24 tap, screws,
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
flat panel key locking swing handle, retractable hinge pins.
Vertical Manager Backplane kit (use w/ganged 30"W) backplane kit, span gap
between posts of ganged 30"W cabinets. Includes (8) half assemblies
Vertical Manager Backplane kit (use w/single 30"W cabinet) backplane kit,
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,
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
Side horizontal manager 43" deep (single wide) front-to-rear horizontal manager single wide,
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,
span gap from front post to rear post of 43" deep cabinet
Ladder Tray Mounting Kit top mount ladder tray bracket
Power Strip Mounting bracket vertical power strip mounting bracket, full height,
10-32 clinch nuts AND keyhole slot for APC & Geist 66" strips
XHD844302SP
XHD84432112
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XHDVMBP
XHDVMBPS
XHDVMBP-13
XHDMS02
XHDMFR143
XHDMFR243
XHD8430LM
XHD84PM
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Cable Management (continued)
Enclosures
DESCRIPTION
24-inch Enclosures
High Density Cabinet 84"H x 24"W x 43"D, Black, four rail kit, 12-24 tap, screws,
perforated door, corrugated panel front and back, no side panels
Side Panel Set, 84"H x 24"W x43"D deep frame (2-sides)
High Density Cabinet 84"H x 24"W x 43"D, Black, four rail kit, 12-24 tap, screws,
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
swing handle, retractable hinge.
Door, 940 cfm exhaust fan, 84"H x 24"W frame, solid door with four 7" diameter
exhaust fans, 940 cfm total, key locking swing handle, retractable hinge pins.
Ladder tray mounting kit top mount ladder tray bracket
Rear Vertical Fill Panel (use without rear fingers) rear vertical filler panel to span gap
between rear frame post and rear door when not using rear mounted fingers
XHDS84432110
XHDS844302SP
XHDS84432112
XHDS8424PDS
XHDS8424FD
XHDS8424LM
XHDS84RVF
Cable Management
Extension Kits
Extension Frame Center, 6"W x 43"D deep frame open bay extension 6"wide,
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,
43" deep cabinets, includes front and rear covers, includes side panel kit
XHD8443CXF
XHD8443SXF
Accessories
9910-0100
9911-0200
9912-0300
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Copper Cabling
Copper Products
DESCRIPTION
10GX Cable Assemblies

10GX Pre-term. Cable Assy, Bonded-Pair, 4-Pair, 23 AWG Solid,
T568 A/B-T568 A/B, 6 Cables Use xxx to specify length in feet
See NPB 293 for more details
Black
Gray
CA21100xxxA06
White
Yellow
CA21109xxxA06
Green
Blue
CA21106xxxA06
10GX Modular Couplers

10GX KeyConnect RJ45 Coupler, Black
See NPB 293 for more details
Black
AX104024
Gray
White
Yellow
Green
Blue
10GX Modules, KeyConnect

10GX KEYSTONE MOD. T568A/B CAT6A, Black
Other colors available
Black
AX102283
Gray
AX102284
White
AX102285
Yellow
AX102286
Green
AX102287
Blue
AX102288
Gray
White
Yellow
Green
Blue
CA21108002
CA21108003
CA21108004
CA21108005
CA21108006
CA21108007
CA21108008
CA21108009
CA21108010
CA21108012
CA21108015
CA21108025
CA21109002
CA21109003
CA21109004
CA21109005
CA21109006
CA21109007
CA21109008
CA21109009
CA21109010
CA21109012
CA21109015
CA21109025
CA21104002
CA21104003
CA21104004
CA21104005
CA21104006
CA21104007
CA21104008
CA21104009
CA21104010
CA21104012
CA21104015
CA21104025
CA21105002
CA21105003
CA21105004
CA21105005
CA21105006
CA21105007
CA21105008
CA21105009
CA21105010
CA21105012
CA21105015
CA21105025
CA21106002
CA21106003
CA21106004
CA21106005
CA21106006
CA21106007
CA21106008
CA21106009
CA21106010
CA21106012
CA21106015
CA21106025
Gray
White
Yellow
Green
Blue
10GX Patch Cords

Black
10GX Modular Cord, Bonded-Pair, 4-Pair, 23 AWG Solid, T568A/B - T568A/B, CMR
2 ft (0.6 m)
CA21100002
3 ft (0.9 m)
CA21100003
4 ft (1.2 m)
CA21100004
5 ft (1.5 m)
CA21100005
6 ft (1.8 m)
CA21100006
7 ft (2.1 m)
CA21100007
8 ft (2.4 m)
CA21100008
9 ft (2.7 m)
CA21100009
10 ft (3.0 m)
CA21100010
12 ft (3.6 m)
CA21100012
15 ft (4.6 m)
CA21100015
25 ft (7.6 m)
CA21100025
Other lengths and colors available
10GX Pigtails
10GX Pigtail, 4-Pair, 23 AWG Solid, T568A Open, CMR
15 ft (4.6 m)
25 ft (7.6 m)
35 ft (10.6 m)
50 ft (15.0 m)
Other lengths and colors available
Black
CAT6+ Modules, KeyConnect
Black
Gray
White
Yellow
Green
Blue
CAT6+ KEYCONNECT MODULE, T568A/B CODED
AX101321
AX101322
AX101323
AX101324
AX101325
AX101326
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CA21208015
CA21208025
CA21208035
CA21208050
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Copper Products (continued)

DESCRIPTION
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
AX103114
KeyConnect Patch Panel, 2U,48-port, Black
AX103115
AX103116
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
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Copper Cabling (continued)
Copper Products (continued)

DESCRIPTION
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
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Fiber Optic Cabling
Fiber Products
DESCRIPTION
Optimax Connectors
Optimax Field Installable Connector, LC, Multimode 50m, for 900m tight buffered fiber
AX101982
Optimax Field Installable Connector, LC, Single-mode, for 900m 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.
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Fiber Optic Cabling (continued)
Fiber Products (continued)

DESCRIPTION
Fiber Patch Cords

Fiber Optic Patch Cord, Duplex Zip 2.0mm LCD/PC-LCD/PC, 2f, FX2K, 1 m, Riser
AX200992
AX200664
AX200665
AX200666
Fiber Optic Patch Cord, Duplex Zip 2.0mm LCD/UPC-LCD/UPC, 2f, SM, 1 m, Riser
AX200506
AX200507
AX200508
AX200509
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
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Fiber Optic Cabling (continued)
Fiber Products (continued)

DESCRIPTION
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
Distribution 12f, FX2000, OFNP
B9C048
Distribution 24f, FX2000, OFNR
B9C602
Distribution 24f, FX2000, OFNP
B9C612
Distribution 12f, SM, OFNR
B9W042
Distribution 12f, SM, OFNP
B9W048
Distribution 24f, SM, OFNR
B9W602
Distribution 24f, SM, OFNP
B9W612
Accessories
AX102515
AX102516
AX102517
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Planning Your Data Center

Data Center Horizontal Cabling Topology

The Storage Area Network (SAN)

Data Center Cabling Sample Configurations

Cabling Sample Number 1:

Centralized Cross-connect in a 672 x 672-port HDA

Cabling Sample Number 2:

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

Cabling Sample Number 3:

Cabling Sample Number 4:

Cross-connect Cabling for a 720-port SAN

Belden Data Center Product Offering

Before designing the backbone and horizontal

Flexibility and Manageability

Total Cost of Ownership

The TIA-942 Telecommunications Infrastructure

Main Distribution Area (MDA)

Horizontal Distribution Area (HDA)

The HDA houses cross-connects and active

Zone Distribution Area (ZDA)

The optional ZDA acts as a consolidation

Equipment Distribution Area (EDA)

Backbone Cabling and Horizontal Cabling

Data Center Horizontal Cabling Topologies

To connect the main core routers and switches

Cabling capacity of pathways

In a centralized switching topology, Backbone

Physical space available for

Number of ports deployed in the EDA(s)

Frequency of moves, adds, and changes

to each functional area

Small Data Centers may not require HDA(s),

patch panels in the HDA

Level of security and protection required

Making frequent moves, adds, and changes

Offices, Operations Center,

Distance limitations to reach each

EDA from the MDA

the HDA patch panels. The cabling from each

In this topology, Backbone Cabling from the

3connector channel (patch panels in HDA and EDA)

4connector channel (patch panels in the HDA, ZDA and EDA)

Patch Panel Rack

4connector channel (patch panels in the HDA, ZCA and EDA)

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.

May require longer copper cable runs

Considerations for cabling in the ZDA

How many copper and fiber ports

The performance of minimally compliant

In this topology, the Backbone Cabling

Minimizes distances of copper cabling

2connector channel (patch panels in the server cabinet)

1connector channel (patch panels in the HDA only)

Point-to-point (no patch panels involved)

Reduces security and efficient use of

Point-to-Point Connection Scenario

The partially centralized topology can also

One-connector Channel with