Because expansion of this backbone comes at considerable expense and effort, it is necessary for the University to be proactive in the allocation of fiber to ensure efficient utilization. All of the University's mission-critical systems rely on this backbone, the disruption of which seriously impacts the operation of the University. Oversight is necessary to ensure that existing services are not disrupted during the installation or maintenance of other services. Computing Services is charged with providing this oversight and, in conjunction with Communication Services, plans for increasing use of these resources and additional fiber deployment, as necessary. Within wiring closets, fiber is secured by padlock, where possible.
Access requires physical access to the closet, and a key to open the padlock.
Additional fiber, which is not padlocked, resides in the Operations Center on the first floor of the Matthews Building. A minimum notice of 48 hours in advance of the intended access is required. Exceptions will be made when a reasonable and likely threat to life or property exists. Personnel from Computing Services must be present to provide access and oversee any modifications. The party requiring access is expected to comply with direction given by Computing Services personnel.