Common use of Network Interface Device (NID) Clause in Contracts

Network Interface Device (NID). A stand-alone Network Element defined as any means of interconnecting customer premises wiring to CenturyLink’s distribution plant, such as a cross- connect device used for that purpose. The NID houses the protector which establishes the demarcation point between the loop (inclusive of the NID) and the End User Customer’s Inside Wire pursuant to 47 CFR 68.105. Except in multi- unit tenant properties where CenturyLink owns and maintains control over Inside Wire within a building, maintenance and control of the End User Customer’s Inside Wiring (i.e., on the End User Customer’s side of the NID) is under the control of the End User Customer. For purposes of this definition, the phrase “End User Customer Access Side of the NID” is descriptive and does not convey any ownership or usage rights.

Network Interface Device (NID). A stand-alone Network Element defined as any means of interconnecting customer premises wiring to CenturyLink’s distribution plant, such as a cross- connect device used for that purpose. The NID houses the protector which establishes the demarcation point between the loop (inclusive of the NID) and the End User CustomerUser’s Inside Wire pursuant to 47 CFR 68.105. Except in multi- multi-unit tenant properties where CenturyLink owns and maintains control over Inside Wire within a building, maintenance and control of the End User CustomerUser’s Inside Wiring (i.e., on the End User CustomerUser’s side of the NID) is under the control of the End User CustomerUser. For purposes of this definition, the phrase “End User Customer Access Side of the NID” is descriptive and does not convey any ownership or usage rights.

Network Interface Device (NID). A stand-alone Network Element defined as any means of interconnecting customer premises wiring to CenturyLinkCenturyTel’s distribution plant, such as a cross- connect device used for that purpose. The NID houses the protector which establishes the demarcation point between the loop (inclusive of the NID) and the End User Customer’s Inside Wire pursuant to 47 CFR 68.105. Except in multi- unit tenant properties where CenturyLink CenturyTel owns and maintains control over Inside Wire within a building, maintenance and control of the End User Customer’s Inside Wiring (i.e., on the End User Customer’s side of the NID) is under the control of the End User Customer. For purposes of this definition, the phrase “End User Customer Access Side of the NID” is descriptive and does not convey any ownership or usage rights.