The Fiber Optic Association Reference Guide For Fiber Optics. There is so much technical material on the FOA Online Reference Guide it can be overwhelming. If you are looking for a specific topic, we suggest you use our web sites Table of Contents and the. Site Search which will search the FOA website, FOA Online Reference Guide, FOA Newsletter and Fiber U to find relevant materials. This is the FOA Online Reference Guide To Fiber Optics and Premises Cabling. It has been created by the Fiber Optic Association, Inc., the non profit professional society of fiber optics, as a free service to the fiber optics and communications industries. Everyone can use this as a reference source for fiber optics and premises cabling. Students at FOA Approved Schools can use this as a reference textbook for FOA certifications and those already certified can use it for a reference on the technologies or practices. The goal of this guide is to provide an extensive, reliable, non commercial source of information on fiber optics and premises cabling copper, fiber and wireless for educating students, network users, designers, installers, etc. In creating the materials, we considered the needs of many readers and attempted to provide for their special needs. Everyone, of course, needs knowledge of the basics of fiber optics and skills in the processes used in designing and installing systems. Network ownersusers will be better able to understand their networks and work with contractors and installers to optimize their networks and maintain, restore and upgrade them properly. Contractorsdesigners will better understand how fiber is used properly, how to design efficient systems and how to communicate with their customers. Installers will find the basic information on fiber optic components, how fiber optic cable plants are installed, including tutorials of hands on installation practices and how different types of installations require special skills and procedures. Special types of users, e. MILgovt, utility, industrial, FTTx, will find special sections covering the particulars of those applications and how that affects design, installation, etc. This reference covers the differences in fiber optic applications, e. OSP vs premises, etc. The organization of this material is chosen to make it appropriate for teaching fiber optic technology, manufacture, installation, design, testing and other related topics and to provide a reference for the FOA certification exams. As a reference book, the Table of Contents will allow anyone to find topics of interest. The Table of Contents is the master link to the material and is linked on every page. The format of all this material is simplified to allow fast loading with any browser and use on most mobile devices like this smart phone or tablet. Remember, as an online reference, this material is going to be expanded, and updated regularly to reflect changes in technologies and applications. Its always going to be incomplete, since were always finding new things to add to it. It you have suggestions on how to improve it, contact us at infothefoa. To keep up with updates to the FOA Guide, sign up for the FOA email newsletter or follow us on Facebook, Linked. In, Pinterest, Twitter and You. Tube. FOA Reference Books. If you like printed books or read e. Books on your i. Pad or Kindle, we have created three new FOA books to be used in training for FOA certifications and as reference books for contractors, installers and end users of fiber optics. Click on the book images for more information. New FOA Videos on. Idm V6 03 Beta Build 9Mm on this page. The FOA has created a special FOA channel on You. Tube, thefoainc, where were posting instructional videos for everyones use. We have videos on fiber optic cable preparation and, for those working on premises cabling, termination of UTP cable. Watch for lots more A complete listing of FOA You. Tube Videos is on the Guides Table of Contents Fiber U Fiber University Online Training. Fiber U offers free online training and tutorials based on the materials from the FOA Guide. A Note Of Appreciation. The material has been produced and reviewed by a number of contributors whom we wish to thank for their work in contributing, creating and reviewing the materials included here Jim Hayes, Editor, Reviewers Bob Ballard, Joe Botha, Craig Bowden, Duane Clayton, Tom Collins, F. Douglas Elliott, Jorge Garcia, Bill Graham, Arnie Harris, Karen Hayes, John Highhouse, Ron Leger, Eric Pearson, Jim Underwood, Chuck Vella, Craig Getchel and many, many more. Note This information is provided by The Fiber Optic Association, Inc. It is intended to be used as a overview andor basic guidelines and in no way should be considered to be complete or comprehensive. These guidelines are strictly the opinion of the FOA and the reader is expected to use them as a basis for learning, reference and creating their own documentation, project specifications, etc. The FOA assumes no liability for their use. Interested in linking to FOA webpages or reproducing FOA technical materialsHere is the FOA policy on use of our technical materials. Fiber U Specialist SkillsBased Courses and Certifications Basic Fiber Optic Skills Lab While you cannot learn handson installation skills necessary for fiber. Book Title. Catalyst 2960 Switch Hardware Installation Guide. Chapter Title. Switch Installation 24 and 48Port Switches PDF Complete Book 3. 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To keep up with updates to the FOA Guide, sign up for the FOA email newsletter or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Twitter and YouTube. Fiber Optic Cable Hardware. Our AFL product line consists of fiber optic cable, optical connectivity, fusion splicers, and test equipment, as well as fiber management. Lecture 10, Fiber Optic Installation Objectives From this lesson you should learn What is involved in a fiber optic installation The role of the contractor and.