y y Multiple VHub’s and LCP’s can be served by a single
power supply and be located in a common easement. In
locations with multiple VHubs, an easement larger than
10'x10' may be required.
y y Cables containing greater than 96 fiber strands will require
24"x36" vaults. Cables containing less than 96 strands can
be accommodated in 17"x30" vaults. Higher fiber count
cables will be found generally closer to node locations.
Fiber counts reduce as the strands radiate from the nodes
in the service areas. Vaults are to be located off of the
roadway.
Comcast Virtual Hub (VHub)
y y Comcast prefers that the power supply, VHub, and
LCP are located in a common 10'x10' easement. This
equipment can also be located in the public right of way
so long as the required roadway clearances are met. The
power supply can be separated from the LCP and VHub
by a maximum of 800 feet. However, separating the
equipment increases cost due to the additional conduit
required to connect all three pieces of equipment.
y y The power supply cabinet requires a 120V, single phase
metered service from FPL.
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y y A fiber optic service pedestal or vault can serve up to four
homes. Conduit is required from the pedestal to the service
point at the home if a fiber optic system is installed.
y y A coaxial cable service pedestal can serve up to eight homes
but Comcast prefers to design for around four. Coaxial
service cable may be direct buried without conduit to the
home. Conduit will only be provided for coaxial service
cable crossing under roadways. Coaxial cable service lengths
should be kept under 150 feet in length.
y y When a service pedestal is required, Comcast can provide
an integrated pedestal/vault product.
y y Service pedestals are not required in areas s