Modifications to Embarqs Existing Network Clause Samples

Modifications to Embarqs Existing Network. 54.1. Modifications to Unbundled Loop‌ 54.1.1. Embarq will make routine network modifications to unbundled loop facilities used by CLEC where the requested loop facility has already been constructed. Embarq will perform routine network modifications to unbundled loop facilities in a nondiscriminatory fashion, without regard to whether the loop facility being accessed was constructed on behalf, or in accordance with the specifications, of any carrier. CLEC will compensate Embarq for the costs of such routine network modifications to unbundled loop facilities to the extent the costs are not recovered in the unbundled loop rates in accordance with Table One or Embarq will provide a price quote via the ICB process. 54.1.1.1. In the case of unbundled loop facilities, a routine network modification is an activity that Embarq regularly undertakes for its own customers. Routine network modifications may include, but are not limited to, rearranging or splicing of cable; adding an equipment case; adding a doubler or repeater; adding a ▇▇▇▇▇ ▇▇▇▇; installing a repeater shelf; adding a line card; deploying a new multiplexer or reconfiguring an existing multiplexer and attaching electronic and other equipment that Embarq ordinarily attaches to a DS1 Loop to activate such loop for its own customer. Routine network modifications may entail activities such as accessing manholes, deploying bucket trucks to reach aerial cable, and installing equipment casings. Routine network modifications do not include the construction of new loop facilities or the installation of new aerial or buried cable for CLEC.