H.2.6 Telecommunications

Information Technology

Initiated by:Director, Information Technology
Approved by:MBL Computer Advisory Committee, MBL Director/CEO
Date:February 1, 1996
Revision:#1, July 23, 2001
Distribution:MBL Community

1.0 Policy Statement:
The MBL offers one phone and one single line phone outlet, and data network access in scientific laboratories and office space. Requests for reconfiguration of drops and/or telephone connections will be charged back to the requesting cost centers, grants and/or contracts. Current charge rates can be obtained in the ISD office.

2.0 Procedures:
Computers, network cards for computers and additional special function phones are the responsibility of the individual occupying the space.

• 2.1 Requests for additional, non-standard phones or network connections should be supported by the requestor.
• 2.2 No devices can be connected to the MBLnet without consultation with and approval of the ISD Network Manager.

3.0 Policy Updates:
Policy clarification and updates are available from the Information Systems Division.