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Technical Requirements for Interconnection. 54.3.1. Interconnection at the Embarq Tandem 54.3.1.1. Interconnection to Embarq Tandem Switch(es) will provide CLEC local interconnection for local service purposes to the Embarq end offices and NXXs which subtend that tandem(s), where local trunking is provided, and access to the toll network. 54.3.1.2. Interconnection to an Embarq Tandem for transit purposes will provide access to telecommunications carriers which are connected to that Tandem Switch. 54.3.1.3. Where an Embarq Tandem Switch also provides End-Office Switch functions, interconnection to an Embarq tandem serving that exchange will also provide CLEC access to Embarq’s end offices. 54.3.2. Interconnection at the Embarq End Office 54.3.2.1. Interconnection to Embarq End Office Switch will provide CLEC local interconnection for local service purposes to the Embarq NXX codes served by that end office and any Embarq NXXs served by remotes that subtend those End Offices. 54.3.2.2. In the absence of direct End Office trunking to support Embarq generated Local calling to CLEC, the Embarq End Office will utilize alternate routing via the tandem it homes on, and deliver the traffic to CLEC. CLEC will establish direct End Office trunking under the conditions set forth in Section 54.2.1.1.