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This procedure explains how to create a patch panel.

You can create a telecom panel in the Domain Explorer or the Reference Explorer. If you are creating a panel that is going to have a frequently used configuration, we recommend that you create it in the Reference Explorer. Reference panels facilitate fast creation of plant panels by copying an existing panel configuration from the Reference Explorer to the Domain Explorer. However, if you want to create a panel that does not have a configuration that you intend to use frequently, we recommend that you create this panel in the Domain Explorer and in the <unit> where it is to be physically located. This is helpful when filtering the panels in the current <unit>.

  1. In the Domain Explorer, double-click the Panels by Category folder and expand the Telecom Panels folder.

  2. Right-click the Patch Panels folder and then on the shortcut menu select New > Patch Panel.

  3. On the Patch Panel Properties dialog, on the General tab, under Panel, type the name of the new panel.

  4. Select the required values from the Type, Manufacturer, Model, Area classification, and Location lists. If the required value is not available, select next to the relevant list arrow to open the appropriate supporting table.

  5. Under Dimensions, type a value for the patch panel dimensions if needed.

  6. Under Mounting, type a value if needed.

  7. Under Backplane, type a value if needed.

  8. Select the Set as intrinsically safe check box if this panel has intrinsic safety certification.

  9. Select the Associate Symbols tab to associate a symbol with the current panel. The software will use this symbol when generating a report in the Enhanced Report Utility. For details, see Associate a Symbol with an Item.

  10. Select Revisions to manage the revisions of the new panel if needed.

  11. Select OK to accept your definitions for the new panel and close this dialog.