Sprint Nextel Unbundled Dark Fiber - Manual (Page 16)

Unbundled Dark Fiber
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Frequently Asked Questions
Number Question Answer
1 Does Sprint UDF require collocation? Yes. UDF requires collocation at each
Sprint CO or OSP facility where UDF is
terminated.
2 Where is UDF available? UDF route availability is determined
through the Dark Fiber Application process
based on route end points and strand
quantities requested.
3 Can UDF be provided where fiber is
not accessible?
UDF is provided only where facilities are
both available and accessible. Any other
requested arrangements must be submitted
via a BFR.
4 What are other considerations for
UDF?
UDF terminates at a Sprint FPP. Additional
fiber cable and necessary splicing for
connecting to the CLEC facilities will be
provided as requested under ICB at the
remote site. For that reason, an ICB request
must be made for connectivity beyond the
physical UDF termination.
UDF service is
priced using distance-sensitive rate
elements. These distances are determined
using actual footage. For this reason, the
actual physical length of the route, not
airline mileage, determines UDF prices.
5 What testing is performed? Sprint will provide end-to-end testing for
UDF routes during the firm order
provisioning process. Sprint does not make
any representation as to the transmission
capability of these facilities.
5 Who should be contacted if additional
information is needed?
The local account manager should be
contacted for additional information.