Introductions Purpose of the meeting General UBL (Unbundled Loop) Overview UBL Definition

Product Notification ForumUnbundled LoopsThursday, August 23, 2001

9:00 - 11:00 a.m. MDT1-877-847-0338

Global Wholesale Product Marketing

Introductions

Purpose of the meeting

General UBL (Unbundled Loop) Overview

UBL Definition

UBL Product and Process Changes by Product Catalog

(PCAT) Section

Review of Additional Resources

Question and Answer Session

Closing

Agenda


Provide high level UBL product information to ensure general understanding

Communicate and review changes to UBL products and processes. These changes are a result of: 271 Workshop commitments and agreements New product initiatives New products and functionality in support of Statement of

Generally Accepted Terms (SGAT) language and commission orders

Answer customer questions about UBL product and process changes

Purpose

Customers requiring detailed product training should contact their account team representative


General Product OverviewThe Unbundled Local Loop is a facility or transmission pathbetween the Distribution Frame or equivalent in the QwestCentral Office and the loop demarcation point at the end-userpremises. The Unbundled Local Loop family of productsconsists of:

DS1 Capable Loop DS3 Capable Loop XDSL-I Capable Loop ISDN Basic Rate (ISDN) Capable Loop 2-Wire or 4-Wire Analog (Voice Grade) Loop 2-Wire or 4-Wire Non-Loaded Loop ADSL Compatible Loop OCn Capable Loop


Product DescriptionProduct &Product &ProcessProcessChangesChanges

DS-1 Capable, 2/4 Wire Analog and 2/4/ Wire Non-Loaded

• The SGAT definition of the Unbundled Loop was modified to reflect the exact language used in the UNE Remand. Modifications were made to the description section of the PCAT and carry that exact language.

• SGAT section 9.2.1“The Local Loop network element is defined as a transmission facility between a distribution

frame (or its equivalent) in an incumbent LEC central office and the Loop Demarcation

Point at an end user premises., The Local Loop network element includes all features,

functions, and capabilities of such transmission facility. Those features, functions, and

capabilities include, but are not limited to, dark fiber, attached electronics (except those

electronics used for the provision of advanced services, such as Digital Subscriber

Line Access Multiplexers), and line conditioning. The Local Loop includes, but is not limited

to, DS1, DS3, fiber, and other high capacity Loops.”



Basic Rate ISDN Capable Loop• Modifications have been made to the SGAT and

PCAT to further clarify the application for and ordering of Extension Technology when ordering a Basic Rate ISDN capable loop.

• SGAT section 9.2.2.5



xDSL-I Capable Loop• The interval for provisioning the xDSL-I Capable

Loop was changed from 10-business days to 5-business days. Additionally a change was made to the Service Interval Guide (SIG).

• Modifications have been made to the SGAT and PCAT to further clarify the application for and ordering of Extension Technology when ordering the xDSL-I capable loop.

• SGAT section 9.2.2.5



OCn Unbundled Loop• The OCn Loop is a new product offering as of July

15, 2001. New language has been added to the SGAT and PCAT defining Terms and Conditions along with other supporting documentation.

• SGAT section 9.2.2.3.1


Technical PublicationsProduct &Product &ProcessProcessChangesChanges

Capable, 2/4 Wire Analog, 2/4 Wire Non-Loaded• References to the specific current version of the

Tech Pub were removed in favor of a link to the appropriate on-line location of that current version.

“Design requirements for the Unbundled Local Loop product family are specified in Technical Publication 77324, 77375, 77384 and 77386.”

• This is again referenced throughout the SGAT, primarily in Sections 9.2.2.1 thru 9.2.2.7



DS-3 Capable, xDSL-1 and Basic Rate ISDN Capable Loops

• Modifications have been made in Technical Publication 77384 reflecting the applicable NC/NCI codes including testing and technical parameters.

• References to the specific current version of the Tech Pub were removed in favor of a link to the appropriate on-line location of that current version.

• This is again referenced throughout the SGAT, primarily Sections 9.2.2.1 thru 9.2.2.7



OCn Unbundled Loop• Modifications have been made in Technical

Publication 77384 reflecting the new product offerings and applicable NC/NCI codes including testing and technical parameters.

• References to the specific current version of the Tech Pub were removed in favor of a link to the appropriate on-line location of that current version.

• References throughout the SGAT, primarily Section 9.2.2.1 thru 9.2.2.7


Tariffs, Regulations and PolicyProduct &Product &ProcessProcessChangesChanges

Loop Ordering• The PCAT carries the language applicable to the

Network Build Position Statement for the UBL Product.

“Unbundled Local Loop product offerings are provided where existing facilities are available... “

• SGAT Section 9.2.4.3.1.2.4



Loop Ordering• The PCAT carries the language applicable to

ordering all Unbundled Loops.• SGAT Section 9.2.4



Loop Intervals• Quick Loop was added to provide a three (3)

business day provisioning interval for a 2-Wire or 4-Wire Analog Loop, which includes lift and lay only functions. Additional information regarding Quick Loop is described in the 2-Wire or 4-Wire Analog (Voice Grade) Loop documentation.

• SGAT Section 9.2.2.9.1.3



Loop Intervals• xDSL-I Capable Unbundled Loops were changed

from a 10-business day interval to a 5-business day interval.

• SGAT Section 9.2.2.9.1.3


Pre Ordering

• The list of tools available to the CLEC to determine the availability of specific facilities has been expanded. The additional choices and their functionality are listed in the PCAT

• ADSL Loop Qualification Tool• Raw Loop Data (RLD) Tools• POTS Conversion to Unbundled Loop Tool• ISDN Qualification Tool• MegaBit Qualification Tool

• SGAT Section 9.2.2.8

ImplementationProduct &Product &ProcessProcessChangesChanges


Ordering• An additional Installation Option was added as a

result of negotiations in the Workshop. The Project Coordinated Installation option permits a CLEC to obtain a Coordinated Installation for Unbundled Loops with or without LNP, when CLECs order DS1 Capable Loops, DS3 Capable Loops or twenty-five (25) or more DS0 Loops. More detail can be found in the PCAT

• SGAT Section 9.2.2.9.7



Ordering• Intervals for the OCn Loop are described in the

Service Interval Guide (SIG).• SGAT Exhibit C



Maintenance• Qwest has announced a Trouble Report

Reconciliation Process as an effort to provide CLEC’s a venue for discussion of Chronic Trouble reports. Qwest will conduct such meetings on a Quarterly basis. CLECs can contact their Account Managers to establish meetings and determine requirements.

• SGAT Section 9.2.5.4



Maintenance• Intervals for maintenance on the OCn Unbundled

Loop can be found in the Service Interval Guide (SIG)



Additional Resources PCAT: www.qwest.com/wholesale/pcat/unloop.html

Technical Publication: www.qwest.com/techpub Service Interval Guide:

www.qwest.com/wholesale/guides/sig/index.html SGAT Language:

www.qwest.com/about/policy/sgats/ Training:

www.qwest.com/wholesale/training/ Account Manager: www.qwest.com/wholesale/clecs/account

managers.html Web Based Product Training Requests: [email protected]

Documents

Introductions Purpose of the meeting General UBL (Unbundled Loop) Overview UBL Definition