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New Build Projects & IT NetworksA Network Managers Perspective
Mark ClarkeAdvisor: Technology & Infrastructure, JISC RSC SW Scotland
New Build Projects & Networks
• The Team
– Architect– Clerk of Works– H&S Officer– Project Manager– Project Sponsor– Technical Manager
New Build Projects & Networks
• Clerk of Works
– Independent of contractors– Looks after College interest– Ensures standards of work– Supervises contractors on site– Attends & Informs project
management meetings
New Build Projects & Networks
• Project Manager
– Independent– Manage documentation– Monitor milestones– Construction experience– Not a College manager– Not IT specialist
New Build Projects & Networks
• Project Owner
– College SMT or Vice Principal– Overall budget control– Project management control– Overall Vision long term– Not day-to-day manager– Ensures build meets strategic
requirements
New Build Projects & Networks
• Technical Manager
– Specifies the network– Thorough understanding of
technicalities– Liaise with Clerk of Works– Liaise with Project Manager– Liaise with relevant contractors – Daily Inspections of work done.– Daily ‘chat’ with cable crew
supervisor
New Build Projects & Networks
• The Issues
– Health & Safety– Network Design & Topology– Procurement Management– Active Components– Vertical Fibre– Horizontal UTP– Face Plates & Patch Panels– Server Room– Wiring Closet– Installation– Acceptance Criteria & Testing
New Build Projects & Networks
• Network Design & Topology
– Architects Drawings– Server Rooms– Wiring Closets– Robust failover equipment– WiFi Access Point locations– IP Addressing Scheme– Security Policy ( Firewall config )– VLANS – Telephony over IP?
New Build Projects & Networks
• Procurement Management
– Procurement Frameworks– European Journal– Request for Information (RFI)– Invitation To Tender (ITT)– Selection Criteria
• Cost• Technical Suitability• Cost of Ownership• Future Proof
New Build Projects & Networks
• Active Components
– Does it have to be Cisco?– Competitive vendors– Switch & Port density– VLAN propagation (802.3pQ)– Mixing existing switches with new– Training & Handover program
New Build Projects & Networks
• Vertical Fibre
– Risers– Single Mode (mono mode)– Multi Mode– OTDR Testing– FCPC patch connectors ISP favourite
New Build Projects & Networks
• Horizontal UTP
– Certification of installers– Warranty & TDR test results– LSZH – Containment, Trunking & Conduet– Cable tray above ceiling– Labelling of cables– Patch leads
New Build Projects & Networks
• Face Plates & Patch Panels
– Numbering Scheme– Velcro wrap rather than cable ties– Cable management– “Moves & Changes” after installation– Cat 6 harnessing in panel?
New Build Projects & Networks
• Server & Comms Room
– Overhead cable basket– Raised Floor– Air conditioning ( with UPS )– Fire suppression system– Cabinet accessibility
New Build Projects & Networks
• Wiring Closets
– Resist cramming all into one location– Ventilation may be required– Cat 6 bend radius – Cable management (velcro wrap)– Don’t mix Cat 6 install with old Cat 5
patch cables
New Build Projects & Networks
• Installation
– Visit site regularly– Health & Safety briefing– Be diplomatic & manage
confrontation– Don’t be a meddling dictator– Change management– Cat 6 bend radius etc – Cable management
New Build Projects & Networks
• Acceptance Criteria & Testing
– Cat 5 & 6 Cable certifying – Test sheets– Fibre optic ODTR tests – WiFi coverage survey– Routing Switching & VLAN tests– Agreed with vendor from the start
New Build Projects & Networks
• Conclusion
– Download PDF document– Talk to your RSC ask for their input– Take ownership ASAP– Create new build RSC Forum and share
knowledge/experience– Make sure your new campus has full JANET
service connectivity included in new build budget (fibre etc)
WWW-RSC-SW-SCOTLAND.AC.UK/Technical/Newbuild.htm
[email protected] Clark eAdvisor: Infrastructure