What is another name for the Intermediate Cross-connect (IC)?

The Intermediate Cross-connect (IC) is commonly referred to as the Building Distributor (BD). This terminology aligns with the function of the IC within a telecommunications infrastructure. The Building Distributor acts as a centralized point within a building where various horizontal cabling systems from telecommunications closets or equipment rooms converge.

This role is critical in managing and distributing telecommunication paths, which includes routing and connecting cable runs from the Main Cross-connect (MC) to the individual work areas or other distribution points throughout a building. The BD allows for efficient organization of wiring, ease of maintenance, and important connections to external services, which is essential to a building’s telecommunications framework.

While other terms like Campus Distributor (CD) and Main Cross-connect (MC) refer to different levels or types of cross-connects within a broader telecommunications system, the Building Distributor specifically denotes the functionality and location of the Intermediate Cross-connect. The Consolidation Point (CP) functions differently, serving as a demarcation point within an installation, often relating to cable management strategies rather than acting as a main hub for connections like the BD does.