AT&T 76450 - Manual (Page 27)

Common Systems Connection Standards AT&T Services, Inc
Date: June 2013
ATT-TP-76450, Issue 15
Copyright © 2013, AT&T . All Rights Reserved.
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3.) A query via Network Item Master (NWIM) or the SCM websites provides serial tracking
details.
a. NWIM can be obtained from:
http://mobilitynwscm.cingular.net/itemmaster/itemmaster_download.aspx
i. NWIM is updated daily.
ii. Warning: This is a large file.
b. SCM item query page can be found at:
http://mobilitynwscm.cingular.net/itemmaster/itemmastersearch.aspx
i. SCM item query is ‘live’.
ii. SCM lists only items matching your search criteria, a more cumbersome
search.
4.) BOMs (kit of parts) are all listed as serial tracked, but BOMs are in fact not serial
tracked.
a. The children (components) may be, and often are, serial tracked though.
8.3.2 Applying Bar Codes to Plug-In Units and Shelves
Determine where to apply the tag.
Always place the tag on the ‘faceplate’ if space is available.
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A faceplate is the obvious candidate, but not all material has a ‘faceplate’.
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If no faceplate, use common sense and ensure below rules apply.
Make sure tag is applied to a smooth surface, not a textured surface.
Make sure the tag does not cover any port/opening.
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Ports these are needed during operation.
Make sure the tag does not cover the serial number.
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S/N is sometimes used for asset identification in addition to the tag.
Make sure the tag does not cover the Manufacture P/N.
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This information is sometimes needed for part identification.
Make sure the tag does not cover any indicator lights.
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These are used during operation and should remain visible.
Make sure the tag is viewable from the front of equipment.
Make sure the tag is not placed in an area which cannot be viewed and scanned once
equipment is installed, including:
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‘top’ of unit where the tag is not readily visible to anyone attempting to scan it,
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‘bottom’ of unit where the tag is not readily visible to anyone attempting to scan it,
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‘side’’ of unit where the tag is not readily visible to anyone attempting to scan it,
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any place where cables/wires/other obstructions will prevent scanning once installed,
and
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any place where adjacent unit obstructs and prevents scanning once installed.
Make sure the tag is not on any handle.
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Handles can sometimes break, thus losing the tag.
Make sure the tag is not on any detachable portion.
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Some material has detachable components, such as doors, covers, or plates.