18 Oct
1998
18 Oct
'98
1:28 a.m.
2) We have the option of using either single-mode or multi-mode fiber OC-3 connections - what factors should be considered in selecting the fiber media type.
Look at the distance, I believe multi mode is only good for a couple of miles, then you have to go single mode, which will drive your costs up.
If you want to make a good ball-park guess as to whether or not multimode will work for you it would probably be worthwhile to see: http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/core/cis7505/ipicg/ipicgpos.... Multimode fiber has the disadvantage that it it not capable of as high bandwidth as single mode - a consideration if you are digging a trench for it. Austin