[TriLUG] OT advice on connectivity and machine closet/room

[JoJo Almario]

gang

Part of my organization is leaving UNC thus leaving the UNC 
connectivity.  It is my job to set them up with connectivity at their 
new offices.  So far I need ideas on a good broad band business 
provider, and what it takes to setup a closet or a small machine room 
for a whole buildings connectivity.  I have a list of things I have 
thought of.  If it looks like there is anything major missing or 
thoughts or advice on some of the stuff I have written down, it would be 
much appreciatedif anyone chimes in.  Especially where I can find good 
deals on the items. I have never done this before so obvious suggestions 
to outright flames are welcome.

1. Broad band provider.
2. ac unit for machine room or closet
3. rack
4 rackmount ups
5. connection to the upstairs
6. Connection to main office
7. Patch panel
8. Firewall/gateway/router

ANy and all suggestions welcome.

JoJo

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JoJo Almario
Network Administrator
Intrah /UNC School of Medicine
Office - 919-843-5145
Fax    - 919-966-6816
jalmario at intrah.org