7 7Timing provisioning
Overview
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Purpose
The purpose of provisioning timing is to synchronize the network element with a
timing reference and to distribute this timing reference to SDH and non-SDH
equipment.
Outcome
The outcome of provisioning timing is a synchronized network element working
according to the timing network plan.
Recommendations
When provisioning timing, it is recommended to perform the procedures in the order in
which they are presented.
Contents
Concepts 7-3
NE timing 7-4
Network synchronization 7-7
Timing quality levels 7-9
Priorities 7-10
Example of network Timing 7-12
Timing loop 7-13
Re-timing 7-14
Timing configuration 7-16
Provisioning 7-18
Provisioning timing sources 7-19
Parameters for provisioning timing sources 7-24
Provisioning system timing 7-29
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Alcatel-Lucent - Proprietary
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