Engineering Standard

SAES-T-570 3 April 2013

Design Residential Telecommunications Infrastructure
Document Responsibility: Communications Standards Committee

Saudi Aramco DeskTop Standards

Table of Contents

1 Scope............................................................. 2
2 Conflicts and Deviations................................. 2
3 References..................................................... 2
4 Adoption......................................................... 3
5 Definition of Terms......................................... 3
6 Design............................................................ 4
7 Installation...................................................... 9
8 Testing and Inspection................................. 14

Figure 1 – Typical Voice, Data, Cabling System

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1 Scope

This Standard covers mandatory requirements governing the design and installation of
telecommunications structured cabling systems and the related pathways and spaces for
owned or distributed by Saudi Aramco. This standard does not address residential
buildings managed and owned by individuals. The intent of this standard is to specify
cabling to support a wide range of telecommunications applications in the residential
environment including voice, data, satellite TV, and security systems.

2 Conflicts and Deviations

Any deviations, providing less than the mandatory requirements of this standard require
written waiver approval as per Saudi Aramco Engineering Procedure SAEP-302.

3 References

The selection of material and equipment, and the design, construction, maintenance, and
repair of equipment and facilities covered by this standard shall comply with the latest
edition of the references listed below, unless otherwise noted.

3.1 Saudi Aramco References

Saudi Aramco Engineering Procedure

SAEP-302 Instructions for Obtaining a Waiver of a Mandatory
Saudi Aramco Engineering Requirement

3.2 Industry Codes and Standards

American National Standards Institute

ANSI C2 National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)
NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NEC)

Building Industry Consulting Services International

BICSI Building Industry Consulting Services International,
TDMM (Telecommunications Distribution
Methods Manual) – especially the chapter on
Residential Cabling
BICSI Information Transport Systems Installation Manual

Electronic Industries Association

TIA-570-B Residential Telecom Infrastructure Standard

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TIA-568-B Commercial Building Telecommunications Wiring

Standard

4 Adoption

TIA-570-B and BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Services International) TDMM

(Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual) is hereby recognized as the
referenced to this standard. This standard overrule any discrepancy between this
standard and TIA-570-B/BICSI TDMM.

5 Definition of Terms

Access line: A telecommunications circuit provided by a service provider at the

demarcation point.

Access provider: The operator of any facility that is used to convey

telecommunications signals to and from a customer premises.

Attenuation: The decrease in magnitude of transmission signal strength between

points, expressed in dB as the ratio of output to input signal level.

Cable run: Length of installed media, which may include other components along its
path.

Cable sheath: A covering over the optical fiber or conductor assembly that may
include one or more metallic members, strength members, or jackets.

Channel: The end-to-end transmission path between two points at which application-
specific equipment is connected.

Cross-connect: A facility enabling the termination of cable elements and their

interconnection or cross-connection.

Demarcation point: A point where the operational control or ownership changes.

Entrance facility (telecommunications): An entrance to a building for both public

and private network service cables (including wireless) including the entrance point of
the building and continuing to the entrance room or space.

Entrance point (telecommunications): The point of emergence for

telecommunications cabling through an exterior wall, a floor, or from a conduit.

Grounding conductor: A conductor used to connect the grounding electrode to the

building's main grounding busbar.

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Outlet box (telecommunications): A housing used to hold telecommunications

outlet/connectors.

Pathway: A facility for the placement of telecommunications cable.

Pulling tension: The pulling force that can be applied to a cable.

Raceway: Any enclosed channel designed for holding wires or cables.

Residential gateway: A device that enables communication among networks in the

residence and between residential networks and service providers’ networks.

6 Design

This standard does not mandate installing any active equipment (such as cameras,
Satellite TV receivers, Telephone switch, etc.).

6.1 Grades of Residential Telecommunications Cabling

Two defined grades of residential premises telecommunications cabling:

6.1.1 Grade 1

Grade 1 provides a generic cabling system that meets the minimum

requirements for basic telecommunications services such as telephone,
satellite, digital TV and data services. Grade 1 cabling requirements
consist of a minimum of one 4-pair UTP category 6 cable, a minimum of
one 75-ohm coaxial cable, and their respective connectors at each
telecommunications outlet and the distribution devices.

6.1.2 Grade 2

Grade 2 provides a generic cabling system that meets the minimum

requirements for basic and advanced telecommunications services such
as high-speed internet and in-home generated video. This grade provides
for both current and developing telecommunications services. Grade 2
cabling consist of two 4-pair UTP category 6 cables and associated
connectors; two 75-ohm coaxial and associated connectors at each
telecommunications outlet and the distribution devices; optionally,
2-fiber optical fiber cabling.

6.2 Demarcation Point

The demarcation point (see Figure 1) is the point of interface between access
provider and customer cabling. The demarcation point may be identified by a
network interface device (NID) that is provided and installed by the access

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provider. For single-dwelling residences, the demarcation point is usually

located on the outside of an exterior building wall. The total length of cabling
from the demarcation point to the furthest outlet shall not exceed 150 m (492 ft).

Primary protection shall be installed by the service provider for all metallic
telecommunications cables entering the residence.

6.3 Auxiliary Disconnect Outlet (ADO)

An auxiliary disconnect outlet provides the means for disconnecting from an

access provider using a quick-disconnect method, such as a modular plug,
without the need for re-terminating the service cable. It is desirable to co-locate
the ADO with the distribution device. The ADO shall be located indoors and be
readily accessible.

6.4 Auxiliary Disconnect Outlet Cable

ADO cables extend services from the demarcation point to the ADO. At least
two ADO cables shall be installed. The hosting conduit shall be concrete
encased when exposed to weather or damp locations. Where a single-
dwelling residence is part of a multi-dwelling building, the ADO cables may
extend from the common telecommunication room (CTR) to the ADO in the
single-dwelling residence space.

6.5 Distribution Device (DD)

The DD is a facility used for the termination and connection of outlet cables,
DD cords, and equipment cords in some cases ADO cables. Space should be
allocated adjacent to or within the DD for the installation of a surge protection
device for each conductive cable entering or leaving the building. Access to the
building electrical ground shall be provided within 1.5 m (5 ft) of the DD.
The DD may consist of a passive cross-connect facility, or an active cross-
connect facility, or both.

6.5.1 Location requirements for the distribution device

The location of DD shall be accessible for cabling maintenance.

Where practicable, the location should be centralized within the tenant
space to minimize the length of outlet cables. The DD and associated
equipment may be mounted on a backboard.

6.5.2 Wall space allocation for a distribution device and associated

equipment

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Space allocation for the DD is estimated by the grade of service and

number of telecommunications outlet/connectors to be installed in the
residence. Table 1 provides guidance for planning the wall space
that should be allocated for the DD and associated equipment.
The manufacturer of the distribution device should be consulted to
ensure that communications systems fit within this space.

Table 1 – Space Allocation Guidelines for the DD and Associated Equipment

Number of
Grade 1 Grade 2
Outlet/Connectors
364 mm (14.35 in) wide 364 mm (14.35 in) wide
1 to 8
254 to 457 mm (10 to 18 in) high 457 to 914 mm (18 to 36 in) high
364 mm (14.35 in) wide 364 mm (14.35 in) wide
9 to 16
711 to 914 mm (28 to 36 in) high 711 to 1067 mm (28 to 42 in) high
Multiple, interconnected DDs
364 mm (14.35 in) wide
17 to 24 364 mm (14.35 in) wide
711 to 1067 mm (28 to 42 in) high
711 to 1067 mm (28 to 42 in) high
Multiple, interconnected DDs Multiple, interconnected DDs
More than 24 364 mm (14.35 in) wide 364 mm (14.35 in) wide
711 to 1067 mm (28 to 42 in) high 711 to 1067 mm (28 to 42 in) high

6.6 Electrical Power

An electrical outlet is recommended for grade 1, and required for grade 2

installations. When required, a minimum of one 15 A, 240 Vac nominal
(Per local government regulations and directives), non-switched duplex
electrical outlet shall be provided in the DD or within 1.5 m (5 ft) of the DD.

6.7 Outlet Cable

Outlet cable provides the transmission continuity from the DD to the

telecommunications outlet/connector. Outlet cable shall be placed in a star
topology and may be connected through a consolidation point. The length of
each outlet cable shall not exceed 90 m (295 ft). The 90 m (295 ft) length
allows an operational length of 100 m (328 ft) including patch cords, jumpers
and equipment cords.

6.8 Recognized Cables

Recognized outlet cable, as specified in TIA 570B, include (must include a

minimum of one):
 4-Pair 100-ohm UTP (category 5e, 6)

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 Series 6 coaxial (commonly known as RG6), tri- or quad-shield

The following cable type is optional:

 Optical fiber (50/125 μm, 62.5/125 μm multimode; singlemode)

6.9 Outlet Locations

A minimum of one outlet location for each service (data, voice, sat TV) shall be
cabled within each of the following rooms:
 Kitchen;
 Bedroom/s;
 Family room;
 Greeting room/s; and,
 Den/study.

Additional data outlet locations in the family/great room should be provided so

that no point along the floor line in any wall space is more than 7.6 m (25 ft),
measured horizontally, from an outlet location in that space.

6.10 Outlet and Cable Pathways

Pathways/conduits that conceal the cable shall be used as a means for placing
outlet cable between a DD and the telecommunications outlet box or mounting
bracket.

6.10.1 Pathways Planning

The pathways should be planned such that installed cabling

performance will not be impeded/hindered. For example, an excessive
bend in the pathway at a perpendicular wall junction or use of exterior
walls or attic space, that may get extremely hot, can impede
performance. When planning pathways, keep in mind that cabling will
be a placed in a star topology.
Commentary Note:

Voice/telephone and data pathways/conduits and outlet can be shared

provided that conduits cross section and capacity is sized adequately.

6.10.2 Pre-wire

When cables are run in wall or ceiling spaces it is recommended to

maintain a 300 mm (12 in) separation from power cables and if these
need to be crossed, do so at right angles.

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6.10.3 Single-dwelling Residence

A protective pathway such as conduit or bushings should be installed

to minimize cable abrasion during installation, or damage that can be
due to building vibrations. The interior unit walls and ceilings should
be used for pathways. Exterior wall pathways may jeopardize cable
installation by the nailing of siding through the sheathing, or the effects
of heat during summer months in certain areas.

6.10.4 Multi-dwelling Residence

For multi-dwelling residence, refer to TIA 570-B Standard Section 4.

6.11 Security Systems Device Location

Pathways and conduits shall be installed in a star topology from each detector or
sensor to the security panel location. In planning pathway/conduit design, the
designer should consider the building design and the anticipated traffic patterns of
the occupants as this will influence the program setting of arming and disarming
delays, the positioning of sensors/detectors and surveillance cameras, and the
provisioning of zones of protection. Installing security systems and peripherals
(such as control panel, alarm panel, cables, and sensors/detectors) is not required.
Commentary Note:

This requirement (6.11) is not applicable for in-camp residence/housing or

equivalent.

6.12 Fire Alarm Systems

As a minimum guide for fire protection, a standalone smoke detector should be

installed outside sleeping area, and on each additional floor of a multi-floor
dwelling, including basements. Article 760 of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
specifies the minimum requirements for fire alarm multi-conductor cables.

6.13 Satellite/Digital TV

Satellite/digital TV system infrastructure (such as pathways/conduits, service

boxes, and cables) shall be designed and installed in a star topology per
Articles 820 and 725 of the NEC.

6.14 Telephone System

Telephone system infrastructure (such as pathways/conduits, service boxes,

outlet/s, and cables) shall be designed and installed in a star topology per
Articles 820 and 725 of the NEC.

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6.15 Data Network

Pathways/conduits, pull boxes, patch panel and cables (Cat 5e or Cat 6 as

specified in paragraph 6.8) shall be designed and installed in a star topology per
Articles 820 and 725 of the NEC.

Proper design for future use of wireless access point or DSL router shall be
anticipated. Strive to install the wireless access point or router in a central
location and within 0.5 m of the data central patch panel. A minimum of one
15 A, 240 VAC nominal electrical outlet shall be provided within 0.5 m to
connect the wireless device.
Commentary Note:

This requirement (6.14) is not applicable for in-camp residence/housing or

equivalent.

7 Installation

7.1 General

To protect the public network and active equipment, premises cabling should be
disconnected at the demarcation point or ADO during cabling maintenance.
Other electrical sources (e.g., a low voltage transformer) shall also be
disconnected.

7.1.1 Cable Placement

For optimum performance of the cabling system, care should be taken

to provide physically well-ordered placement of cable and components,
followed by a visual inspection. A well-organized cable placement
directly affects visual identification and correction of faults as well as
simplifying moves, adds, and changes.

Precautions should be taken to eliminate cable stress such as that

caused by tightly cinched bundled cables, and exceeding the minimum
bend radius requirements of the cable. Cable placement should not
deform the cable’s outer jacket.

In pulling cables do not exceed 110 N (25 lbf) for category 5e or 6

twisted-pair cable, 178 N (40 lbf) for the Series 6 (RG6) coaxial cable
and follow manufacturer recommendations for the optical fiber cable.
Leave a minimum of 1 m (3 ft) of cable slack at the distribution device
and 0.25 m (8 in) at the information outlet.

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7.1.2 Firestopping

All major pathways shall be suitably firestopped as per applicable

building codes.

7.1.3 Secondary Protection

When a secondary protector is installed, it shall be installed in series

with the indoor telecommunications cabling between the primary
protector and the distribution device. Secondary protectors shall be
listed for the purpose and shall be compatible with the primary
protector.

7.1.4 Electromagnetic Compatibility

In order to further reduce noise coupling from electrical power wiring

and motors or transformers, the following installation practices for
metallic telecommunications cable should be considered:
 Increased physical separation.
 Electrical branch circuit line, neutral, and grounding conductors
should be maintained close together (e.g., twisted, sheathed, taped,
or bundled together) for minimizing inductive coupling into
telecommunications cabling.
 If telecommunications cable comes within close proximity of
electrical power wiring, it is recommended that they cross at
90-degree angles.
 Use of surge protectors in branch circuits that can further limit the
propagation of electrical surges.
 Use of fully enclosed, grounded metallic raceway or grounded
conduit.

7.2 100-Ohm UTP Cabling

7.2.1 Bend Radius

In spaces with UTP terminations, cable bend radii shall not be less than
four times the cable diameter for outlet cable.

7.2.2 Pulling Tension

The maximum pulling tension for a 4-pair 24-AWG UTP cable should
not exceed 110 N (25 lbf).

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7.2.3 Connecting Hardware

Cables should be terminated with connecting hardware of the same

category or higher. Installed transmission performance of components
that meet requirements of different performance categories shall be
classified by the least performing component in the link (e.g., cables,
connectors, and patch cords that are not rated for the same transmission
capability). This performance category should be marked on the
connecting hardware or noted in the administration records.

Only remove as much cable jacket as required to terminate connecting

hardware in order to maintain the cable geometry. When terminating
connecting hardware, preserve pair-twist as close as possible to the point
of mechanical termination. For category 5e and category 6 cables, the
amount of pair untwisting as a result of termination to connecting
hardware shall be no greater than 13 mm (0.5 in). A minimum of
200 mm (8 in) of excess cable should be stored at each outlet.

7.3 75-Ohm Coaxial Cabling

7.3.1 Bend Radius

The minimum bend radius for coaxial cable shall not be less than that
recommended by the manufacturer. If no recommendation is provided,
the minimum bend radius shall be 10 times the cable outside diameter
under no-load conditions and 20 times the cable outside diameter when
the cable is under a tensile load.

7.3.2 Pulling Tension

The maximum pulling tension of coaxial cable is dependent on the size

and material of the center conductor. Copper-cladded steel (CCS) is
stronger than bare copper. Pulling tension should not exceed the
guidelines in Table 2 below.

Table 2 – Pulling Tension Guidelines

Center Conductor RG-6 Series

Copper-Cladded Steel 334 N (75 lbf)
Copper 178 N (40 lbf)

NOTE: When pulling a combination of different types of cable, limit the

pulling tension to that of the minimum strength cable.

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7.4 Cable and Connecting Hardware

Cable and associated components shall be suitable for use in the environment to
which they are exposed (e.g., ultra-violet [UV] resistant cable, listed cable).

7.4.1 Unshielded Twisted-Pair (UTP) Cabling

UTP cable shall meet the requirements of TIA-568-B.2 and its

applicable addenda.

[Link] Equipment and Patch Cords

Equipment and patch cords, other than device specific cords,

shall meet the requirements of TIA-568-B.2.

[Link] Connecting Hardware

All connecting hardware used with UTP cable shall meet the
transmission and reliability requirements of TIA-568-B.2.
At outlet locations, UTP cable shall be terminated on an
eight-position T568A telecommunications outlet/connector.

[Link] Eight-position Telecommunications Outlet/Connector

The eight-position telecommunications outlet/connector shall

meet the modular interface requirements of IEC 60603-7.
The pin-pair assignment configuration of the eight-position
telecommunications outlet/connector shall comply with
T568A as specified in TIA-568-B.2.

7.4.2 75-ohm Coaxial Cabling

Coaxial cables shall meet the requirements of SCTE IPS-SP-001 or

ANSI/SCTE 15 2001 as specified up to a bandwidth of 1000 MHz for
CATV or 2200 MHz for satellite.

[Link] Attenuation

Coaxial cable shall meet the attenuation requirements of

Table 3. Listed plenum coaxial cables are allowed 20%
degradation to these attenuation requirements.

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Table 3 – Coaxial Cable Attenuation

Series 6 11
Frequency (MHz) Maximum (dB/100 ft) dB/100m
5 (0.81) 2.66 (0.38) 1.25
55 (1.60) 5.25 (1.03) 3.38
211 (3.08) 10.10 (2.01) 6.59
250 (3.36) 11.02 (2.20) 7.22
270 (3.50) 11.48 (2.30) 7.55
300 (3.70) 12.14 (2.43) 7.97
330 (3.89) 12.76 (2.55) 8.37
350 (4.01) 13.15 (2.64) 8.66
400 (4.30) 14.11 (2.83) 9.28
450 (4.58) 15.03 (3.02) 9.91
500 (4.84) 15.88 (3.19) 10.46
550 (5.09) 16.70 (3.36) 11.02
600 (5.34) 17.52 (3.54) 11.61
750 (6.00) 19.69 (3.99) 13.09
870 (6.50) 21.33 (4.33) 14.21
1000 (7.00) 22.97 (4.67) 15.32
1200 (7.70) 25.26 (5.13) 16.83
1450 (8.60) 28.21 (5.61) 18.40
1800 (9.65) 31.65 (6.19) 20.30
2200 (10.70) 35.10 (6.78) 22.24

[Link] Structural Return Loss

Coaxial cable uses structural return loss (SRL) measurements

to characterize reflections due to impedance roughness as
opposed to return loss (RL) that is used for twisted-pair
measurements. SRL measures reflections relative to the
characteristic impedance of the cable compared to RL that
uses the design impedance of the cable as the reference
impedance. SRL of coaxial cable shall not be less than 20 dB
from 5 to 1000 MHz and shall not be less than 15 dB from
1000 to 2200 MHz.

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[Link] Characteristic Impedance

Characteristic Impedance shall be 75 ±3 ohms.

[Link] Environmental

Series 6 cable should be capable of being installed at

temperatures ranging from -20°C to +60°C. Certain plenum
cables have a lower temperature limit of 0°C. Cables placed
in areas with an above 60°C continuous environment should
indicate the appropriate temperature rating.

[Link] Coaxial Cable Connector

Series 6 cables shall be connectorized with F-Type connectors

that meet the requirements of ANSI/SCTE 01 1996 R2001
(compression connectors are recommended). Hard-line cable
shall be connectorized with an N-Type connector. F-Type or
N-Type connectors for outdoor environments shall be sealed.

[Link] Termination

Each energized but unused coaxial connector that is part of

the connecting block, splitter, amplifier or other similar
electronic element shall be terminated with a 75-ohm
impedance matching termination device. In addition, each
energized unused coaxial cable shall be terminated with a
75-ohm impedance matching termination device.

7.4.3 Optical Fiber Cabling

Optical fiber cable, if required, shall meet the requirements of

TIA-568-B.3 and its applicable addenda.

8 Testing and Inspection

Telecommunications cabling (voice, data, Satellite TV, security) can be damaged

during the construction phases of rough-in, drywall installation, and even during the
siding of the exterior. Many of these damaging faults result from causes such as nails
and staples penetrating the cable, severe kinks in the cable where the cable was pulled
through a drilled hole in a wall, or a cable tear where the cable sheath and conductors
are damaged from the pull. For these reasons, telecommunications cabling shall be
acceptance tested to ensure compliance with this standard. Acceptance testing includes:
1. Visual examination of all cabling;

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2. Verification of all cabling, and;

3. Either:
a) Qualification of copper cabling for data cabling or;
b) Performance characterization of copper or optical fiber cabling for data
cabling.
NOTE: Data cabling uses either 4-pair UTP copper or optical fiber cable with a connector
on each end of the cable.

8.1 Visual examination

Visual inspection of each cable run shall be made and may include but is not
limited to:
a) Obvious damage to cable;
b) Separation from EMC sources;
c) Incorrect bend radii, and;
d) Excessive cable length.

8.2 Verification

Verification testing is generally performed in two steps:

1) Prior to the installation of insulation and gypsum board, and;
2) During the “trim-out” stage of the cabling after painting.
NOTE: Performing either a qualification test or a performance characterization test of
data cable will generally negate the need for verification testing during the
“trimout” stage.

Verification testing of the cabling shall be performed to ensure proper end-to-end

connectivity. Coaxial cable shall be verified to ensure connectivity to the remote
end with an absence of shorts. Twisted-pair cabling test shall include:
a) Wiremap;
b) Length;
c) Continuity to the remote end;
d) Shorts between any two or more conductors;
e) Crossed pairs;
f) Reversed pairs;
g) Split pairs; and,

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h) Any other mis-wiring.

8.3 Copper Cabling

Performance characterization tests the cabling to all performance criteria of a

category of cable specified by ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B.2. Performance
characterization testing shall use either a permanent link or a channel
measurement in accordance with ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B.1 clause 11.
The permanent link refers to the permanent part of the cabling installed (cable
up to 90 m (295 ft) from the distribution center to the outlet and the connectors)
without patch cords installed on each end of the cable. A channel refers to the
permanent part of the cabling plus the patch cords 100 m (328 ft) that will be left
on the ends and later connected to equipment (in a channel test the end user
patch cords stay plugged into the outlet/connectors).

8.4 Optical Fiber Cabling

Optical fiber cabling shall be tested following the requirements of

ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B.1.

8.5 Cable Identification

Cable runs from the distribution device to the outlet shall be labeled on each end
of the cable. This may be accomplished by affixing suitable identification tags
or labels.

8.6 Outlet Identification

Outlet labeling is desired but not a requirement due to aesthetic considerations in

the living space. Icons or labels may be mounted on the faceplate of each outlet,
which denote the intended application for each outlet cable.

8.7 Distribution Device Identification

At a minimum, a label shall be provided within the distribution device denoting

each cable run. Each cable run should be identified by room and wall locations.
For example, B1-N could denote an outlet on the north wall of bedroom one.
If outlets are not labeled, then consideration should be given to inclusion of
simple floor plans at the distribution device that provide a graphic correlation
between physical outlet locations and outlet designations.

8.8 Multi-dwelling Building(s)

Multi-dwelling residences (e.g., apartment buildings, condominiums) shall be

administered in the same manner as commercial buildings. For multi-dwelling
residential telecommunications infrastructure administration requirements, refer

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to ANSI/TIA/EIA-606-A. The choice selection of Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 is based on

the number of residential units in a building and the number of buildings in a
development.

Revision Summary
13 April 2011 New Saudi Aramco Engineering Standard.
18 July 2012 Editorial revision to change the primary contact.
3 April 2013 Editorial revision to paragraphs 6.5.2 and 7.3.2 and change the primary contact.

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Figure 1 – Typical Voice, Data, Cabling System

Components for Single Dwelling Residence

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