This procedure explains how to create a telecom cable. When creating a cable, you select an existing cable configuration that includes a particular arrangement of cable sets (pairs, triads, and so forth within a cable) and wires to be built with the cable. You can then add additional cable sets and wires to that cable if required.
If you are creating a cable that is going to have a frequently used configuration, we recommend that you create it in the Reference Explorer. Reference cables facilitate fast creation of plant cables by copying an existing cable configuration from the Reference Explorer to the Domain Explorer. However, if you want to create a cable that does not have a configuration that you intend to use frequently, we recommend that you create this cable in the Domain Explorer and in the <unit> where it is to be physically located. This is helpful when filtering the cables in the current <unit>.
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In the Domain Explorer, right-click the Cables folder.
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On the shortcut menu select New > Cable.
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On the Cable Configuration dialog, select an existing telecom cable configuration or create a new one. For details, see Define a Cable Configuration.
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Select Create.
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On the Cable Properties dialog, under Cable, type a unique cable name.
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Under Cable class, select Telecom.
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Enter the rest of the cable properties as you require and select OK.