Common use of Network Interconnection Architecture Clause in Contracts

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet NEN may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet NEN in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G.IX, Collocation. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet US Dial Tone may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet US Dial Tone in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet DSL may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet DSL in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G.IX, Section 1.3. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet AWS may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basisbasis pursuant to the Bona Fide Request process outlined in this Article IV ,Section 12. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet AWS in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstancesInterconnection Facilities on a timely basis. Internetwork connection When special construction is required, the timeline for installation shall be negotiated on a case-by-case basis. Network interconnection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP POI at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP POI is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport carrier dedicated transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable access tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such applicable access tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX tariffs and Appendix G.applicable rules. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP POI on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area Tandem for the routing of Local TrafficTraffic except as provided in Section 5 of Article IV.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet NEWSOUTH may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet NEWSOUTH in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet LEVEL 3 may interconnect with GTE CenturyTel on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE CenturyTel will work with Pathnet LEVEL 3 in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 . Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) . A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE CenturyTel exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) . A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE CenturyTel Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTECenturyTel's applicable tariffs. (c) , existing agreements or by Bona Fide Request. A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport (and Interoffice Dedicated Transport) arrangement terminating at a GTE CenturyTel Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTECenturyTel's applicable tariffstariffs and/or this Agreement. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet NT may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet NT in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G.IX, Section 1.3. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet LEVEL 3 may interconnect with GTE CenturyTel on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE CenturyTel will work with Pathnet LEVEL 3 in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE CenturyTel exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE CenturyTel Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTECenturyTel's applicable tariffs, existing agreements or by Bona Fide Request. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport (and Interoffice Dedicated Transport) arrangement terminating at a GTE CenturyTel Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTECenturyTel's applicable tariffstariffs and/or this Agreement. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's CenturyTel’s network within each GTE local calling CenturyTel serving area for the routing of Local Trafficwithin a LATA.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet USX may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet USX in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G.?, Section 2. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet Wireless 2000 may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available technically feasible points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. The "IPs" shall be set forth in Appendix A attached to this Agreement and made a part hereof. Based on the configuration, the installation time line timeline will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet Wireless 2000 in all circumstances to install IPs "IPs" within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the ActTelecommunications Act of 1996. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (iI) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. For each "IP" set forth in Appendix A, the Parties shall specify the type of interconnection used at that "IP." (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP "IP" at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP "IP" is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual Virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) Physical EIS arrangement at a GTE Wire Center wire center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport Special Access arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center wire center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical Physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet NEN may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet NEN in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement.this (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G.IX, Collocation. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet TOUCHTONE may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet TOUCHTONE in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G.IX, Section 1.3. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet MEBTEL may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet MEBTEL in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G.IX, Section 1.3. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet Mpower may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet Mpower in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 . Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) . A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) . A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) . A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 . Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G. 4.1.3 IX. The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet SETI may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet SETI in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G.IX, Section 1.3. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet MFN may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet MFN in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G.VIII. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet Omniplex may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet Omniplex in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet ACC may interconnect with GTE CenturyTel on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE CenturyTel will work with Pathnet ACC in all circumstances to install IPs POI's within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 . Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) . A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE CenturyTel exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP POI at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP POI is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) . A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE CenturyTel Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTECenturyTel's applicable tariffs. (c) . A special access and/or CLEC ACC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE CenturyTel Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTECenturyTel's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 . Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE CenturyTel tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G. 4.1.3 . The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP POI on GTECenturyTel's network within each GTE CenturyTel local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet NAS may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet NAS in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet NorthPoint may interconnect with GTE on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE will work with Pathnet NorthPoint in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTE's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Article IX and Appendix G.IX, Section 1.3. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTE's network within each GTE local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet Lakeland may interconnect with GTE Tel USA on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE Tel USA will work with Pathnet Lakeland in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE Tel USA exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party Party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE Tel USA Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTETel USA's applicable tariffs, existing agreements or by Bona Fide Request. Existing Collocation and interconnection agreements are attached as an Appendix F-2. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE Tel USA Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTETel USA's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Appendix F-1, Appendix F-2 and Article IX and Appendix G.X. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTETel USA's network within each GTE Tel USA local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.

Network Interconnection Architecture. Pathnet Bayland may interconnect with GTE CenturyTel on its network at any of the minimum Currently Available points required by the FCC. Interconnection at additional points will be reviewed on an individual case basis. Where the Parties mutually agree following a Bona Fide Request (BFR) to directly interconnect their respective networks, interconnection will be as specified in the following subsections. Based on the configuration, the installation time line will vary considerably, however, GTE CenturyTel will work with Pathnet Bayland in all circumstances to install IPs within 120 calendar days absent extenuating circumstances. Internetwork connection and protocol must be based on industry standards developed consistent with Section 256 of the Act. 4.1.1 Subject to mutual agreement, the Parties may use the following types of network facility interconnection, using such interface media as are (i) appropriate to support the type of interconnection requested and (ii) available at the facility at which interconnection is requested. (a) A Mid-Span Fiber Meet within an existing GTE CenturyTel exchange area whereby the Parties mutually agree to jointly plan and engineer their facility IP at a designated manhole or junction location. The IP is the demarcation between ownership of the fiber transmission facility. Each party is individually responsible for its incurred costs in establishing this arrangement. (b) A virtual or physical Expanded Interconnection Service (EIS) arrangement at a GTE CenturyTel Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTECenturyTel's applicable tariffs, existing agreements or by Bona Fide Request. Existing Collocation and interconnection agreements are attached as an Appendix F-2. (c) A special access and/or CLEC Dedicated Transport arrangement terminating at a GTE CenturyTel Wire Center subject to the rates, terms, and conditions contained in GTECenturyTel's applicable tariffs. These facilities will meet the standards set forth in such tariffs. 4.1.2 Virtual and physical EIS arrangements are governed by appropriate GTE tariffs, except as provided in Appendix F-1, Appendix F-2 and Article IX and Appendix G.X. 4.1.3 The Parties will mutually designate at least one IP on GTECenturyTel's network within each GTE CenturyTel local calling area for the routing of Local Traffic.