Building distribution system design criteria for the ORNL/interplant broadband network

This document sets forth the guidelines necessary for the design and implementation of building distributions and trunk extensions for the ORNL/interplant broadband network while maintaining the standards of quality required for reliable system performance. This document addresses the various aspects of hardware selection and design criteria as well as testing and documentation. These criteria have been used since February 1986 to extend the network to a dozen new buildings. 4 figs., 1 tab.