Recommendations
Each data center must be carefully analyzed to determine the amount
of cable activity or disruption that could occur under the raised
floor. If the activity creates a significant exposure to the fiber
cables, do any or all of the following:
- Consider using IBM®'s Fiber Transport Services (FTS) to:
- Determine the minimum number of additional under-floor multimode cables required
- Route as much under-floor trunk cable along the perimeter of the data center as possible
- Provide an efficient use of conveyance systems for the jumper cables.
- Educate personnel about proper installation and handling procedures for fiber cables.
- Bundle the fiber cables. For example, use tie wraps to reduce the possibility of damage.
- Route the fiber cables to minimize the exposure caused by sharp edges, excessive bends, or congestion caused by bus-and-tag cables.
If the previous methods cannot be implemented and protection is necessary, IBM provides conveyance kits that are designed to protect fiber cables. Also, fiber cables can be installed in conduits, tubings, raceways, troughs, or other protective devices.