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MDF/IDF Facility Standards at
Applied Materials Warehouses,
Office space
WAREHOUSE - OVERVIEW
This document defines infrastructure requirements for MDF and IDF setups in Warehouse environments, customized for small, medium and large warehouses.
WAREHOUSE SIZE CLASSIFICATION
| Warehouse Size | Approximate Area |
|---|---|
| Small | <25,000 sq ft |
| Medium | 25,000-100,000 sq ft |
| Large | >100,000 sq ft |
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MDF REQUIREMENTS
| Requirement | Small WH | Medium WH | Large WH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room size(minimum) | 12 ft X 12 ft | 12 ft X 12 ft | (12 ft X 12 ft ) X 2 rooms |
| Power | House power+ Backup power | House power+ Backup power | House power+ Backup power |
| Temperature | 20-26(cid:2952)C | 20-26(cid:2952)C | 20-26(cid:2952)C |
| Humidity | 30-60% RH | 30-60% RH | 30-60% RH |
| ISP | Dual Redundant ISP’s | Dual Redundant ISP’s | Dual Redundant ISP’s |
** The number of MDF rooms will depend on the number of floors
IDF REQUIREMENTS
| Requirement | Small WH | Medium WH | Large WH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantity required | 1 | 2-3 per 80m radius | 3-6+ per layout/floor |
| Uplink to MDF | OM3 fiber (2-6 strands) | OM3 fiber (2-6 strands) | Redundant OM4/OS2 fiber uplinks |
| Power | Standard outlet + Backup power | Standard outlet + Backup power | Standard outlet + Backup power |
| Cooling | Dedicated cooling preferred | Dedicated cooling preferred | Dedicated cooling preferred |
| Mounting | Wall mounted cabinets | Wall mounted cabinets | Wall mounted cabinets |
** The number of IDF rooms will depend on the number of size/floors
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CABLING INFRASTRUCTURE
(cid:120) Horizontal cabling
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Category: CAT6A
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Maximum length: 80 meters (plus patch cords)
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Terminated to patch panels in racks
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2 cables per WIFI Access Point
(cid:120) Backbone cabling
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Fiber between MDF and IDFs
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Type: OM3/OM4(multimode) or OS2(single mode for >300m)
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Temperature: 20-26(cid:2952)C in both the MDF and IDF’s. If there is no air conditioning present in the warehouse there must be dedicated air conditioning for the MDF and IDF racks in the Warehouse.
Humidity: 30-60% RH
Fire Suppression: Required for MDF and IDF’s
**Fire suppression depends on the requirements (on-prem servers) in the warehouse
POWER AND BACKUP
House power: Required for all active equipment (Standard 220V/240V outlets)
Back up power: Required for the network equipment in the MDF/IDF. If there is no generator available in the building, a dedicated UPS is required at the MDF and the IDF cabinets. The specification of the UPS will be decided based on the number of equipment in the rack. The run time of the UPS should be at least 25-30 minutes (enough to maintain stability during a power outage).
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Power Distribution Units (PDUs): Use rack mounted PDU’s for MDF/IDF with surge protection
LAN AND WIRELESS AP CABLING AND
MOUNTING
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Use CAT6A for all endpoints
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2 cables per WIFI Access Point
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Maximum copper run: 80 meters
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Fiber recommended for runs between MDF/IDFs
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AP mount height: 10-20 ft (Depending on the ceiling and model)
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Cabling path: Use cable trays or conduit depending on the ceiling
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Labelling: Label switch ports, AP’s and path panels clearly according to the AP position
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LAN drops for:
(cid:120) Office workstations
(cid:120) Security cameras
(cid:120) Label printers
(cid:120) Shipping stations
(cid:120) IOT sensors
(cid:120) Wireless Access points
(cid:120) Badge readers
- Mounting:
(cid:120) Avoid mounting APs near HVAC ducts, high EMI sources (welders, motors)
(cid:120) In racked zones mount APs in the aisles, not on top of racks
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BASIC HARDWARE
- Redundant SDWAN edges (2) At leasttwo switches for each rack(Quantity depends on the wh size and requirements) (3) One AP for 1000 sq. feet. (4) Two completely redundant Internet circuits (5) Local wireless controllers are required for large warehouse.
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OFFICE SPACE - OVERVIEW
This document defines infrastructure requirements for MDF and IDF setups in Office environments, customized for small, medium and large offices.
OFFICE SIZE CLASSIFICATION
| Office Size | Approximate Area |
|---|---|
| Small | <50,000 sq ft |
| Medium | 50,000-100,000 sq ft |
| Large | >100,000 sq ft |
MDF REQUIREMENTS
| Requirement | Small Office | Medium Office | Large Office |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room size(minimum) | 12 ft X 12 ft | 12 ft X 12 ft | (12 ft X 12 ft ) X 2 rooms |
| Power | House power+ Backup power | House power+ Backup power | House power+ Backup power |
| Temperature | 20-26(cid:2952)C | 20-26(cid:2952)C | 20-26(cid:2952)C |
| Humidity | 30-60% RH | 30-60% RH | 30-60% RH |
| ISP | Dual Redundant ISP’s | Dual Redundant ISP’s | Dual Redundant ISP’s |
** The number of MDF rooms will depend on the number of floors
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IDF REQUIREMENTS
| Requirement | Small Office | Medium Office | Large Office |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantity required | Depends on the office size/no. of floors | Depends on the office size/no. of floors | Depends on the office size/no. of floors |
| Uplink to MDF | OM3 fiber (2-6 strands) | OM3 fiber (2-6 strands) | Redundant OM4/OS2 fiber uplinks |
| Power | Standard outlet + Backup power | Standard outlet + Backup power | Standard outlet + Backup power |
| Cooling | Dedicated cooling preferred | Dedicated cooling preferred | Dedicated cooling preferred |
** The number of IDF rooms will depend on the number of floors
CABLING INFRASTRUCTURE
(cid:120) Horizontal cabling
-
Category: CAT6A
-
Maximum length: 80 meters (plus patch cords)
-
Terminated to patch panels in racks
-
2 cables per WIFI Access Point
(cid:120) Backbone cabling
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Fiber between MDF and IDFs
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Type: OM3/OM4(multimode) or OS2(single mode for >300m)
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ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Temperature: 20-26(cid:2952)C in both the MDF and IDF’s.
Humidity: 30-60% RH
Fire Suppression: Required for MDF and IDF’s
**Fire suppression depends on the requirements (on-prem servers) in the office
POWER AND BACKUP
House power: Required for all active equipment (Standard 220V/240V outlets)
Back up power: Required for the network equipment in the MDF/IDF. If there is no generator available in the building, a dedicated UPS is required at the MDF and the IDF cabinets. The specification of the UPS will be decided based on the number of equipment in the rack. The run time of the UPS should be at least 25-30 minutes (enough to maintain stability during a power outage).
LAN AND WIRELESS AP CABLING AND
MOUNTING
-
Use CAT6A for all endpoints
-
2 cables per WIFI Access Point
-
Maximum copper run: 80 meters
-
Fiber recommended for runs between MDF/IDFs
-
AP mount height: 10-20 ft (Depending on the ceiling and model)
-
Cabling path: Use cable trays or conduit depending on the ceiling
-
Labelling: Label switch ports, AP’s and path panels clearly according to the AP position
-
LAN drops for:
(cid:120) Office workstations
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(cid:120) Security cameras
(cid:120) Printers
(cid:120) Wireless Access points
(cid:120) Badge readers
- Mounting:
(cid:120) Avoid mounting the AP’s above cubicle seats
BASIC HARDWARE
- Redundant SDWAN edges (2) At leasttwo switches for each rack(Quantity depends on the officesize and requirements) (3) One AP for 1000 sq. feet. (4) Two completely redundant Internet circuits (5) Local wireless controllers are required for large offices.
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Responsibility Matrix
| Requirement | specify | procure | install | fund |
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| Network Hardware | GIS | GIS | Low-voltage contractor(BU) | BU |
| Wireless Access points | GIS | GIS | Low-voltage contractor(BU) | BU |
| Cabling | GIS/BU | Low-voltage contractor(BU) | Low-voltage contractor(BU) | BU |
| Cable tray/conduit installation(if required) | GIS ( IT requirement) | General Contractor (BU) | General Contractor (BU) | BU |
| MDF/IDF/MPOE rooms | GIS ( IT equipment requirement) | General Contractor (BU) | General Contractor (BU) | BU |
| Racks/cabinets/cable management | GIS | General Contractor (BU) | General Contractor (BU) | BU |
| IT equipment Power/Cooling requirements | GIS | General Contractor (BU) | General Contractor (BU) | BU |
| Backup Power/Cooling for IT rooms | GIS ( IT equipment requirement) | General Contractor (BU) | General Contractor (BU) | BU |
| Internet links | GIS | GIS | GIS coordinates with BU Local Contacts | BU |
| Fire Supression for MDF/IDF | EHS | General Contractor (BU) | General Contractor (BU) | BU |