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Physical Layer Copper Cross-Connects
PDF of this tutorial4. Summary
The cross-connect application generally determines the most suitable cross-connect architecture.
| Cross-Connect Applications Supported by Each Architecture | MTAU | Exception | Some-to-Some | Any-to-Any |
| test access | * | * | * | * |
| exception or fallback switching | * | * | * | |
| provisioning | limited | * | ||
| migration | limited | * |
Table 1. Determining the Most Suitable Cross-Connect Architecture
The best and most realistic approach to implement a nonblocking any-to-any cross-connect of useful size is to combine the usage of a three-stage matrix and stepper motor cross-point technology.
