Number Question Answer | Sprint Nextel Unbundled Dark Fiber instruction

Unbundled Dark Fiber

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	UDF is provided only where facilities are
	not accessible?	both available and accessible. Any other
		requested arrangements must be submitted
		via a BFR.
4	What are other considerations for	UDF terminates at a Sprint FPP. Additional
	UDF?	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	The local account manager should be
	information is needed?	contacted for additional information.

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