MDF / IDF ROOM

CORPORATE OFFICES & DISTRIBUTION CENTERS

OVERVIEW

Primary point of technology infrastructure connection.


The main distribution frame (MDF) room is the primary room for voice, data and video network equipment, cabling infrastructure, and uninterrupted power supply (UPS). The intermediate distribution frame (IDF) room is a smaller network room to supplement the MDF room when cable runs are longer than 295' (90m).

Design Goals

  • MDF Room: Locate on ground floor or primary Nike floor in a multi-tenant building.
  • IDF Room: Vertically stack an IDF room from floor-to-floor to allow vertical cable paths. Locate between MDF and workspace, on the same floor, as needed.

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Key Components

Area:  Varies

Size:  Varies

Capacity:  N/A


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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS

  • Clearances
    • Adhere to clearances listed for racks, cabinets, and doors. Confirm with Nike Tech
    • Racks: Clearance of 48” (122cm) in front, 36” (91cm) at sides and back
  • Finishes

    Walls

    • Wall type 10: gypsum wall to deck with fire rating and plywood backing
    • At least (x2) walls plywood
    • Use standard wall types or approved alternate that meets acoustic requirements
    • Paint and rubber base (or equivalent). White painted plywood where applicable

    Floors

    • Concrete or anti-static dissipative tile

    Ceiling 

    • Open to the structure
    • 9’ (2.7m) min. height at the lowest obstruction
  • Doors
    • Type: Solid core
    • Size: 42” (107cm) min. width, 80” (203cm) min. height
    • Swing out
    • No doorsill or center post
    • Gasket seals to prevent dust
    • Badge reader with camera and lock/key in case of power failure
  • Equipment

    Racks and Cabinets

    • Must be grounded in compliance with ANSI/TIA-607 and meet seismic zone 4 requirements
    • Rack, 2 post: (x3) min. in MDF (or substitute cabinet), as needed for IDF. Typical rack size: 15” (38cm) width, 30” (76cm) depth, 84” (213cm) height
    • Cabinet: (x1) min. in MDF, as needed for IDF. Typical cabinet size: 19” (48cm) width, 36” (91cm) depth, 84” (213cm) height

    Storage and Supplies

    • No storage or supplies unrelated to MDF/IDF
    • May include security panels
    • May include the main termination point for hand-off cables that enter the building from service providers
  • Electrical

    Outlets

    • Review with Nike Tech team: circuits, wall outlets, cabling, grounding, UPS, and other requirements

    Lighting

    • 50 FC (538 LUX) at 36” (91cm) above the floor
    • Fixtures: Suspended. Mounted at 8’-6” (2.6m) above finished floor. Not positioned above racks or cabinets, to avoid blocking light
    • Controls: On/off with sensor
    • Emergency lighting for at least 30 minutes

    Temperature

    • Temperature sensor alarm
  • Wayfinding
    • See Wayfinding section
    • ID sign with the room type outside the door (‘MDF/IDF’ or relevant local term)
  • Technology
    • Review with local Nike Tech team
  • Safety and Security
    • (x1) badge reader, programmed with limited employee access
    • For Workplace Security standards, contact your local Design or PM team. EHS standards can be found in Resources