Re: Upstream / Handoff UPS?

[Justin Wilson <lists () mtin net>]

        I have several clients who have cisco Metro Ethernet switches on Fiber
circuits.  The provider just provided the switch and expects the client to
deal with the power.  The rational is if the switch is not up it's not our
fault.

        Justin

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-----Original Message-----
From: Kenny Kant <akennykant () gmail com>
Date: Thursday, October 31, 2013 1:34 AM
To: <nanog () nanog org>
Subject: Upstream / Handoff UPS?

> We have tons of circuits with various providers.  Often times the demarc /
> handoff switch from the provider is not running on battery backup.
> Sometimes if the demarc device is located in the same room as our
> equipment we mitigate this and plug the device into our backup systems.
>
> Am I wrong to think that the demarc from the provider is a sacred thing
> that should only be touched by said provider.  Thus they should provide
> their own battery system?  Is it normal for this equipment not to be
> battery protected?  We are not dealing with any crazy SLA's however I
> think
> it would be standard build practice to put UPS's on your gear.  Even if
> its
> small handoff switch sitting right next to my switch.
>
> :)
>
> Kenny