What I learned from a test lab is the RBOC's have no interest in surging
interfaces using coaxial cables.
Joe Finlayson wrote:
I am hearing mixed opinions of whether a DS3 Coax interface falls
under the scope of interfaces to be subjected to GR-1089 4.5.9 Intrabuilding
Lightning
One rarely used but real application is where the DS3 coax is run between
two adjacent central offices across an alley. This was the case in Chicago
where the DS3 was a link between ATT Long Lines and Illinois Bell. Because
of possible ground loops the coax was grounded only at one end.
This is also common in UK where British Telecom for example, will request that
your E3 interface be able to ground or float the bnc shield.
Don House wrote:
One rarely used but real application is where the DS3 coax is run between
two adjacent central offices across an alley. This was the
