Introductions Purpose of the meeting General UBL (Unbundled Loop) Overview UBL Definition

1. Product Notification ForumUnbundled LoopsThursday, August 23, 20019:00 - 11:00 a.m. MDT1-877-847-0338

2. Agenda • Introductions • Purpose of the meeting • General UBL (Unbundled Loop) Overview • UBL Definition • UBL Product and Process Changes by Product Catalog (PCAT) Section • Review of Additional Resources • Question and Answer Session • Closing

3. Purpose • Provide high level UBL product information to ensure general understanding • Communicate and review changes to UBL products and processes. These changes are a result of: • 271 Workshop commitments and agreements • New product initiatives • New products and functionality in support of Statement of Generally Accepted Terms (SGAT) language and commission orders • Answer customer questions about UBL product and process changes Customers requiring detailed product training should contact their account team representative

4. General Product Overview The Unbundled Local Loop is a facility or transmission path between the Distribution Frame or equivalent in the Qwest Central Office and the loop demarcation point at the end-user premises. The Unbundled Local Loop family of products consists of: • DS1 Capable Loop • DS3 Capable Loop • XDSL-I Capable Loop • ISDN Basic Rate (ISDN) Capable Loop • 2-Wire or 4-Wire Analog (Voice Grade) Loop • 2-Wire or 4-Wire Non-Loaded Loop • ADSL Compatible Loop • OCn Capable Loop

5. Product & Process Changes Product Description DS-1 Capable, 2/4 Wire Analog and 2/4/ Wire Non-Loaded • The SGAT definition of the Unbundled Loop was modified to reflect the exact language used in the UNE Remand. Modifications were made to the description section of the PCAT and carry that exact language. • SGAT section 9.2.1 “The Local Loop network element is defined as a transmission facility between a distribution frame (or its equivalent) in an incumbent LEC central office and the Loop Demarcation Point at an end user premises., The Local Loop network element includes all features, functions, and capabilities of such transmission facility. Those features, functions, and capabilities include, but are not limited to, dark fiber, attached electronics (except those electronics used for the provision of advanced services, such as Digital Subscriber Line Access Multiplexers), and line conditioning. The Local Loop includes, but is not limited to, DS1, DS3, fiber, and other high capacity Loops.”

6. Product & Process Changes Product Description Basic Rate ISDN Capable Loop • Modifications have been made to the SGAT and PCAT to further clarify the application for and ordering of Extension Technology when ordering a Basic Rate ISDN capable loop. • SGAT section 9.2.2.5

7. Product & Process Changes Product Description xDSL-I Capable Loop • The interval for provisioning the xDSL-I Capable Loop was changed from 10-business days to 5-business days. Additionally a change was made to the Service Interval Guide (SIG). • Modifications have been made to the SGAT and PCAT to further clarify the application for and ordering of Extension Technology when ordering the xDSL-I capable loop. • SGAT section 9.2.2.5

8. Product & Process Changes Product Description OCn Unbundled Loop • The OCn Loop is a new product offering as of July 15, 2001. New language has been added to the SGAT and PCAT defining Terms and Conditions along with other supporting documentation. • SGAT section 9.2.2.3.1

9. Product & Process Changes Technical Publications Capable, 2/4 Wire Analog, 2/4 Wire Non-Loaded • References to the specific current version of the Tech Pub were removed in favor of a link to the appropriate on-line location of that current version. “Design requirements for the Unbundled Local Loop product family are specified in Technical Publication 77324, 77375, 77384 and 77386.” • This is again referenced throughout the SGAT, primarily in Sections 9.2.2.1 thru 9.2.2.7

10. Product & Process Changes Technical Publications DS-3 Capable, xDSL-1 and Basic Rate ISDN Capable Loops • Modifications have been made in Technical Publication 77384 reflecting the applicable NC/NCI codes including testing and technical parameters. • References to the specific current version of the Tech Pub were removed in favor of a link to the appropriate on-line location of that current version. • This is again referenced throughout the SGAT, primarily Sections 9.2.2.1 thru 9.2.2.7

11. Product & Process Changes Technical Publications OCn Unbundled Loop • Modifications have been made in Technical Publication 77384 reflecting the new product offerings and applicable NC/NCI codes including testing and technical parameters. • References to the specific current version of the Tech Pub were removed in favor of a link to the appropriate on-line location of that current version. • References throughout the SGAT, primarily Section 9.2.2.1 thru 9.2.2.7

12. Product & Process Changes Tariffs, Regulations and Policy Loop Ordering • The PCAT carries the language applicable to the Network Build Position Statement for the UBL Product. “Unbundled Local Loop product offerings are provided where existing facilities are available... “ • SGAT Section 9.2.4.3.1.2.4

13. Product & Process Changes Tariffs, Regulations and Policy Loop Ordering • The PCAT carries the language applicable to ordering all Unbundled Loops. • SGAT Section 9.2.4

14. Product & Process Changes Tariffs, Regulations and Policy Loop Intervals • Quick Loop was added to provide a three (3) business day provisioning interval for a 2-Wire or 4-Wire Analog Loop, which includes lift and lay only functions. Additional information regarding Quick Loop is described in the 2-Wire or 4-Wire Analog (Voice Grade) Loop documentation. • SGAT Section 9.2.2.9.1.3

15. Product & Process Changes Tariffs, Regulations and Policy Loop Intervals • xDSL-I Capable Unbundled Loops were changed from a 10-business day interval to a 5-business day interval. • SGAT Section 9.2.2.9.1.3

16. Product & Process Changes Implementation Pre Ordering • The list of tools available to the CLEC to determine the availability of specific facilities has been expanded. The additional choices and their functionality are listed in the PCAT • ADSL Loop Qualification Tool • Raw Loop Data (RLD) Tools • POTS Conversion to Unbundled Loop Tool • ISDN Qualification Tool • MegaBit Qualification Tool • SGAT Section 9.2.2.8

17. Product & Process Changes Implementation Ordering • An additional Installation Option was added as a result of negotiations in the Workshop. The Project Coordinated Installation option permits a CLEC to obtain a Coordinated Installation for Unbundled Loops with or without LNP, when CLECs order DS1 Capable Loops, DS3 Capable Loops or twenty-five (25) or more DS0 Loops. More detail can be found in the PCAT • SGAT Section 9.2.2.9.7

18. Product & Process Changes Implementation Ordering • Intervals for the OCn Loop are described in the Service Interval Guide (SIG). • SGAT Exhibit C

19. Product & Process Changes Implementation Maintenance • Qwest has announced a Trouble Report Reconciliation Process as an effort to provide CLEC’s a venue for discussion of Chronic Trouble reports. Qwest will conduct such meetings on a Quarterly basis. CLECs can contact their Account Managers to establish meetings and determine requirements. • SGAT Section 9.2.5.4

20. Product & Process Changes Implementation Maintenance • Intervals for maintenance on the OCn Unbundled Loop can be found in the Service Interval Guide (SIG)

21. Additional Resources • PCAT: www.qwest.com/wholesale/pcat/unloop.html • Technical Publication: www.qwest.com/techpub • Service Interval Guide: www.qwest.com/wholesale/guides/sig/index.html • SGAT Language: www.qwest.com/about/policy/sgats/ • Training: www.qwest.com/wholesale/training/ • Account Manager: www.qwest.com/wholesale/clecs/account managers.html • Web Based Product Training Requests: cwolber@qwest.com