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Multidwelling Unit Engineering and Design Guide

Chapter One: Introduction to FTTH in MDU Applications A Global Opportunity MDU Challenges To the Building or to the Living Unit? Typical MDU Scenarios Chapter Two: Transport Technology, Standards and Requirements P2P and P2MP Optical Networks Topologies Electronics Overview Access Standards Alternative Solutions Complementary Solutions Chapter Three: Design Considerations Greenfield and Brownfield Applications Building Types and Sizes Basic Design Process Chapter Four: Passive Optical System Components for MDUs Cables and Fiber Types Cable Protection Optical Hardware for MDUs Optical Connectors and Termination Methods Master Product Reference Chart Chapter Five: Cabling Practices (Physical Install) Network Testing and Documentation Troubleshooting and Repair Chapter Six: Tips for Architects, Buildings and Developers Glossary of Terms