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Understanding the complex evolution

of Data centre technology

With a wealth of experience and a global presence,

Nexans Cabling Solutions possesses the design expertise

and quality systems to keep information flowing...

Data Centre evolution

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A smart migration path

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Energy efficiency

Infrastructure design

Implementation

Operations and management

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“For more than five years,

Nexans remains at the top of our

client’s preferred lists. They feel

the company keeps pace with

technology advances, and is a

reliable supplier to work with.”

Managing Director,

C&C Technology Consulting, UK.

• Major Data Centre relocations successfully managed

by C&C Technology Consulting with expert counsel by Nexans.

• Involves specially designed horizontal/vertical

networks and all systems, panels and cabinets; open-end and pre-terminated copper and fibre solutions in wide range of customised lengths.

MaxiMised network flexibility

Data Centre storage, applications, accessibility and bandwidth requirements evolve almost daily, intensified by the on-going change from a client-server to service oriented architecture. Virtualisation and convergence of the LAN, SAN and High Performance Computing (HPC) add to this complexity, creating a need for maximised network flexibility to easily accommodate a unified offering.

Converged CoMputing is here now

Separate LAN/SAN/HPC silos are becoming outdated

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as new Ethernet standards herald a unified computing infrastructure.

Data Centre Ethernet (DCE) brings these standards together

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to create a unified network on a common cabling platform. As an extra benefit, this eliminates duplication of network

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technologies and reduces electrical power consumption which lowers operational costs.

D a t a c E N t r E E v o l U t I o N

Switch

10GBase-SR uplink

FCoE Storage Network Ethernet LAN

Cross-connect

File server

Ethernet (High

Performance Computing) Network

bandwidth deMand outpaCes Current CapaCity

Internet traffic more than doubles every two years. The ability

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to handle this growth can be a ‘make or break’ component in maintaining high service levels.

Data Centres can no longer ‘coast’ for five-plus years with a

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network unprepared for rapid change.

A quick, cost-effective means of network expansion must be

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addressed before increased traffic, new technologies and mounting customer expectations overwhelm the operation.

future Changes

Nexans realises that a paradigm shift is underway in Data Centre operation, management and service levels that cannot be ignored...

More bandwidth

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Current Infiniband and fibre channel systems require huge bandwidth. Converged LAN/SAN/HPC through a single input/output (I/O) Ethernet port consumes even more.

greater energy efficiency

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Pressure mounts to minimise the Data Centre’s carbon footprint through more energy efficient products that are closely monitored.

better design

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Network and cabling architecture must accommodate dynamic change by delivering the highest I/O throughput and balanced power loads and cooling for energy efficiency.

targeted implementation

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Network cabling systems must meet even tighter time-scales and faster rollout.

improved operating efficiency

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Maximum uptime, fewer faults, faster scale-up to higher speeds and easy administration and management.

Switch 10GBase-SR uplink 4/8G Fibre Channel Storage Network Ethernet LAN Cross-connect File server 10G Infiniband (High

Performance Computing) Network

“Through its LANmark and LANsense brands, next-generation Data Centres are expertly designed for exceptional performance.”

HARRY FORBES,

Nexans Chief Technology Officer

Today: 3 networking standards LAN/SAN/HPC

“GG45’s ability to accept existing

RJ45 connectors allows us to

expand our infrastructure’s speed

and performance without costly

replacement of various network

components, such as cabling.”

IT Manager, TRUMPF Inc., USA

• Major industrial laser producer installs future-ready

Nexans cabling infrastructure.

• Uses high speed LANmark-7A with GG45 connectors

as bridge to legacy devices.

• Works with traditional RJ45 patch cords. • Simply change patch cords for Category 7A

performance.

Smart, cost-effective path from 10 to

ultiMate solution CoMbines Copper and fibre’s best attributes

Through internal and external independent research, Nexans’

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LANmark-7A copper cabling has proven its capability to support 40G. Adding Nexans’ GG45 two-in-one connector ensures backward compatibility with traditional RJ45 systems to maintain connectivity with legacy equipment. LANmark-7A offers Data Centres the best opportunity to use a reliable, cost-effective copper system to support higher speeds including 40G.

The LANmark-7A with GG45 solution provides enough

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bandwidth to support DCE topologies for combined LAN, SAN and HPC. A simple transition from RJ45 to GG45 patch cords easily migrates connection speeds to 40G. Backbone cabling between switching layers will continue to be fibre as speeds migrate past 40G to 100G.

Nexans LANmark-OF solutions are well suited for these

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applications. They are quickly deployed using plug-and-play MPO connectors to minimise intricate and expensive fibre splicing. Converting traditional LC to MPO connectors is done cost-effectively rack-to-rack: LC connections are conveniently replaced using MPO adaptors on the front of patch panels.

is 10g enough?

New independent data shows that 10 Gigabit Ethernet will only be useful for about five more years. Going forward, 40G speeds and beyond will be needed to support converged networks, HPC, IPTV and high definition video.

future planning reMains a Challenge

Cabling from ‘Access Layer’ to ‘Server Layer’ will soon

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reach 40G.

Copper cabling has traditionally been preferred choice

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of media for these connections.

Copper cabling up to Cat.6A cannot support 40G.

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Backward compatibility and cost issues further inhibit all-fibre solutions. 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 4 3 2 1 0 Switch-to-switch links (millions)

1GBE 10GBE 100GBE

Total Ethernet Links - Server-to-Switch

a s m a r t m I G r a t I o N p a t h

ver-to-switch links (millions)

1GBE 10GBE 40GBE 100GBE

Total Ethernet Links - Switch-to-Switch

Source: Alan Flatman, 2007

“LANmark products are the best solution to the unrelenting growth of higher speed Ethernet standards.”

GUY VRANKEN,

Nexans Sales Manager, Belgium

Copper migration path: replace RJ45 with GG45

“We saw a Nexans facility that

saves energy thanks to its high

performance cable network.

This commitment made Nexans

a natural partner in our wish

to embrace strong ecological

solutions.”

HENRI TAILLEBOCQ, Infrastructure Manager, Bouygues Telecom, France

• Bouygues Telecom demands high-performance,

future-ready infrastructure for high bandwidth mobile services, like video-on-demand.

• Requires network meeting environmental stewardship

goals. LA

• Nmark-7A has the potential for further energy

environMental regulation intensifies

With accelerating IT growth comes more powerful equipment and greatly increased power consumption. Yet this results in rising concern that global data operations may become more polluting than aviation in just 10 years. Worldwide legislation is now addressing this issue. Rules governing how Data Centres will monitor and reduce energy consumption to improve efficiency will intensify.

Nexans endorses The European Commission’s EU Code of

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Conduct for Data Centres – a key effort to understand energy use and impose best practices and energy efficiency targets. The Green Grid Consortium of global IT firms is an industry

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initiative to promote Data Centres’ energy efficiency, along with Energy Star ratings for servers and computers.

Measuring energy use down to individual network devices is

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among many options under review. Strict adherence to annual energy reduction goals may also be imposed.

nexans proMotes standardisation initiatives

The Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE), or IEEE 802.3az, is another major environmental endeavor. It facilitates transition to low power idle and circuit shutdown in response to network demand, reducing electrical usage and cost whilst lowering carbon footprint.

Nexans LANmark-7A shielded copper cabling provides

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immediate payback through reduced energy consumption when transmitting in Data Centre mode, and provides opportunities to further reduce energy use through improved DSP (Digital Signal Processing) designs.

LANmark-7A facilitates dispersed server placement, reducing

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costly ‘hotspots’ through a more even distribution of power and cooling.

Monitor and Manage

Real-time tracking/evaluation of environmental parameters is

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possible through Nexans’ EMAC (Environmental Monitoring and Access Control) that manages power and cooling levels, and alerts staff when pre-set thresholds are exceeded. EMAC is part of a total Nexans solution called LANsense, an

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advanced Intelligent Infrastructure Management package in a customised Data Centre Edition that provides fully accurate records of cable routing, connectivity, device location and status – a complete, automated overview of the entire network layer to address minute-by-minute issues quickly, and therefore cost-effectively.

Return of Investment for Better Cabling

Potential Power Savings of Cat.7A compared to Cat.6A running 10GBase-T

Year

1 Year2 Year3 Year4 Year5 Year6 Year7 Year8 Year9 Year10

Relative Investment / Saving

Surplus Investment for Initial Installation Cumulative Energy Savings of 1 Watt/Port Cumulative Energy Savings of 2,5 Watts/Port

“Nexans LANmark copper and fibre cabling minimise Data Centre disruptions, reduce recurring costs and ensure greater continuity for better business vitality.”

GERD BACKHAUS, Nexans Marketing Manager

E N E r G y E f f I c I E N c y

35%

100m

real tiMe

“Network availability, fire

resistance, security, uninterrupted

power supply and cost

efficiencies are critical to

customers. All these can be

supported economically by

judiciously deploying copper

with fibre systems.”

ROBBIE MCGHIE, Project Manager,

Interxion Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Nexans supports Interxion’s carrier-neutral Data

Centres and managed data services throughout the EU.

• LANmark copper solutions are bandwidth rich and

support short lengths avoiding excess cables and airdams.

• LANmark optical fibre (OF) solutions have high fibre

count, modularity, long distance reach to support all Data Centre operations including evolving blade server virtualisation.

the Case for struCtured Cabling

The ability to operate separate subsystems within a structured cabling environment is a primary advantage of this topology. Alternative Point-to-Point, or Top-of-Rack (TOR) solutions are less flexible, harder to trace, have poorer switch port utilisation, higher scale-up costs and more excessive power demands.

advantages of struCtured Cabling:

Excellent flexibility through its ability to patch between any two

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network points through one or more cross-connect panels. Ability to quickly adapt or reconfigure the system through the

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cross-connect should any device fail.

Easier network expansion using modular line switch cards, as

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well as simpler scale-up to higher speeds. Lower hardware costs from increased switch ports.

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Easier tracing of all cabling, as well as moves, changes or

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addition of network devices.

Superior energy efficiency and lower cost of ownership.

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LAN

• mark-6A

By reducing minimum lengths, this copper solution eliminates excess cable that tends to be ‘buried’ under the Data Centre’s raised floor.

LAN

• mark-7A

Excellent headroom potentially future-proofs a network up to 40G. Also simplifies LAN/SAN convergence on a unified Ethernet platform and high density angled patch panels improve port density. Standardised GG45 two-in-one connectors retain interfaces with legacy equipment.

better design

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Network and cabling architecture must accommodate dynamic change by delivering the highest I/O throughput and balanced power loads and cooling for energy efficiency.

global technical support

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One call for all your needs: Nexans uses a proven Key Account Management (KAM) approach with network and Data Centre customers. Promptly respond to your needs, being it design and on site assistance or locate certified, competent installers. A Certified System Warranty for parts, labour, channel performance and service quality further secures your investment when using a Nexans approved partner for installation and commissioning.

Cable connections from switch to cross-connect Cable connections from cross-connect to server cabinet patch panels

Disadvantages of TOR Topology Poor switch port utilisation

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Excessive power consumption

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Extra maintenance & administration overheads

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Expensive & difficult to scale up

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Poor flexibility of system configuration

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Higher cost of ownership

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Structured Cabling

“With a wealth of experience and a global presence, Nexans possesses the quality engineering, technical expertise and service reputation to address evolving trends.”

DIDIER WILLEMS,

Nexans Project Design & Support Manager

I N f r a s t r U c t U r E D E s I G N

Top-of-Rack switch

“We trusted Nexans to provide

a highly efficient distribution

solution for Tanger Free

Zone’s new Data Centre with

guaranteed minimal signal loss,

easy installation and above all,

low maintenance.

LAURENT DELFOUR, Technology Manager, CIRES TELECOM, Morocco

• Nexans fibre infrastructure allows Tanger Free Zone to

include up to 96 connections in 1HU.

• Easy migration to higher bandwidth. • Using LC cords today; switch to MPO, as

standardised multi-fibre connector for 40G, later.

looking after you

Connectivity is what we do best. That’s not only limited to product sales and manufacturing – it’s a complete range of special services and enhancements that support your unique needs locally, across a continent or around the world.

Installation speed

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Reduce installation time and enhance scalability with preterminated copper/fibre solutions, a cost effective approach to structured cabling that simplifies network design, eases installation and upgrading through fast, plug-in service.

Future migration

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Install LANmark-7A now and you have the capacity for future linespeed increase up to 40G whilst maintaining backward, RJ45 compatibility with legacy equipment through standardised Nexans’ GG45 two-in-one connector.

High density cabling management

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New cabinet designed for Data Centres facilitates high density cross connects through horizontal pass-through with optimised patch cord management. It is 45 HU, features “L” shaped cable trays and a double row of patch fingers. It is well suited for angled patch panels as well as high density fibre optic ones. Two cabinets can be joined back-to-back or side-by-side. Highly suitable for LANsense.

On site technical support

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A team of Nexans technical service specialists provide on site installation consultation, training, engineering drawings or assistance in preparing and presenting Request for Proposal tenders.

Design tools

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Our installation toolkit saves time. It includes a cable tray fill calculator, power segregation tool, stacking height and horizontal link calculators. Free online software includes Nexans Visio Templates to present copper or fibre network solutions.

Partnerships

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Certified Value Added business partners in major countries throughout the world provide regional and local knowledge of communications infrastructure, as well as access to Nexans technical, service, engineering and logistical specialists.

KAM team

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Nexans works most effectively with you through a dedicated Key Account Management (KAM) approach that analyses and recommends the highest quality solutions to meet specific needs, whether “off the shelf” or specially customised.

Service support and logistics

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Dependable service support includes on site assistance with a high level of personal service. Nexans professionals get to know your operation and respond to its needs promptly.

3 competence centres Usa • UK • Belgium

8 manufacturing Units Worldwide > 30 sales offices Worldwide

> 1000 certified partners & value added resellers

“Nexans’ extensive range of products and accessories are ideally suited to Data Centres of all sizes because of the scalable, cost-effective flexibility designed into each.”

DAMIEN SIMON,

Nexans Data Centre Product Manager

I m p l E m E N t a t I o N

“We wanted network cabling

that was scalable, flexible and

allowed us to meet standards up

to twenty years. Nexans’ solution

with environmental monitoring

best suited our needs.”

MIKKO GREEN,

Operations & Technical Support Manager, Hampshire County Council, U.K.

• Environmental Monitoring and Access Control allows

the Council to optimise power consumption and energy use.

• Monitors room temperature & humidity

for ideal performance.

• Time/date stamps use of volts, amps, and sockets. • Power to individual sockets can be switched off based

on need.

the strength behind nexans solutions

With LANmark solutions as the basis of a Data Centre’s structured network, Nexans strengthens this investment through reliable and easy to install management and control platforms linked and integrated with its cabling systems. Data managers can efficiently deal with variable business demands and sudden challenges that reduce TCO (Total Cost of Ownership). These platforms provide solutions for both physical layer and system management.

LAN

• sense

An Intelligent Infrastructure Management (IIM) platform that provides real-time information about physical and network layer connections detailing a complete path between core, edge and end devices. It ensures connections are secure, and accurately documents all connectivity including active and passive ports, and cable routing. The system automatically detects and identifies devices and provides security alerts for unauthorised changes. Change management is a key feature which includes the preparation and documentation of work orders. LANsense can also form the basis of a Configuration Management Database (CMDB) and even provides a reliable audit trail to satisfy compliance and legal requirements.

eMaC

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Environmental monitoring and access software automatically manages and controls power and cooling parameters, alerting operators to pre-set event thresholds. Humidity, temperature, electrical and power consumption are monitored and reported in real time. EMAC comes as a ‘stand alone’ component or integrated with LANsense to provide a total management solution for the Data Centre or enterprise environment.

data helps business grow

A solid data management and communications system is crucial to a company’s long-term financial success. Nexans’ experience shows that investing in network infrastructure doesn’t end at installation and handover. Dependable LANmark copper and fibre solutions and sophisticated LANsense Intelligent Infrastructure Management keeps data reliably flowing year after year, helping business grow profitability.

* Environmental Monitoring and Access Control

“Calculating total cost of ownership involves automated network

monitoring to spot and isolate trouble before it occurs, as well as lowering operating costs through highly efficient energy control.”

ROB CARDIGAN,

Nexans Senior Product Manager LANsense and EMAC Solutions

o p E r a t I o N s a N D

m a N a G E m E N t

N E x a N s D a t a c E N t r E s o l U t I o N s

EMAC

• Hardware and software for environmental control

• Power management

• Temperature and humidity sensing

• Access control

Pre-loaded fibre optic panels

• 1HU 96xLC or 48xSC connectors

• Multimode and singlemode

• Built-in patch cord management and labeling

• Full metal sliding body for improved access

Pre-terminated cabling

•Fibre and copper cabling

•Cat.6, 6A, 7 and 7A as well as OM1-2-3-4 and OS2

•Customised numbering-labeling and packaging

•Guaranteed level of performance and repeatability

• For 6 connectors Cat.6, 6A, 7 or 7A

• Compact design – Grounding included

• Rapid and easy installation

• Suitable for straight, angled and 3HU high density panels

Copper cassette

• Low loss fibre optic cabling for multi-segment configuration

• Superior optical performance to support greater distances

• Copper cabling with superior performance for energy saving

• GG45 based copper cabling for 40G migration

1G -10G - 40G Ethernet cabling

• Reduced size fibre optic Microbundle Cable

• OS2 zero water peak and OM4 fibre optic specification

• Cat.6A Multipair cable

• Advanced 1500MHz Cat.7A cables

N E x a N s D a t a c E N t r E s o l U t I o N s

Data Centre Cabinet

• 45HU cabinet for high-density cross-connect

• Dimension 600X900mm

• Optimised patch cord management

• Suitable for back-to-back configuration

Coloured patch cords

• Cat.6A patch cords – shielded

• Available in Red-Blue-Green-Yellow-Grey-Orange

• Rapid deliveries

• Length on demand

MPO connectivity

• Cassettes 12LC – 24LC – 12SC

• Low loss or standard performance

• Multimode and Singlemode

• Trunk cable and MPO couplers for 10G and 40G

• 4HU open frame

• For overhead vertical or angled installation

• Fixation under or over cable trays

• Patch cord management accessories

Overhead patching frame

• Hardware and software for cabling infrastructure management

• Real time cabling and IP traffic monitoring

• Ideal tool for alerts, documentation and reporting

• Specific platform for Data Centres

LANsense

• Optimal construction for Data Centre cabling

• Ideal for high density patching

• Angled pass-through and blank panels available

• LANsense versions available

LANmark-7A

Unique copper solution offering migration path for 10G to 40G Top of the range 1000MHz transmission performance Construction and shielding enabling maximum energy savings specified by IEEE initiatives

Ideal platform for a unified computing infrastructure

LANmark-6A

Best in Class 6A 10G Ethernet performance

Support segmented architectures with short lengths down to 5m Cost effective cabling infrastructure for today’s needs

500Mhz performance with Alien Cross Talk compliance

LANmark-OF Mpo

Fibre optic infrastructure offering migration path to 40G Compact construction for best space utilisation in cabinet and cable pathways

Low loss variant for segmented architecture or extended reach Very easy and rapid installation

pre-termination services

For copper and fibre solutions Guaranteed, repeatable performance Helps reduce installation time and labour Full traceability and documentation

data Centre cabinet and hardware

Designed to host and manage high density cross connects Suitable for all Data Centre topologies: End of Row, Middle of Row etc.

Back-to-back configuration and overhead patching Designed for minimal floor space

LANsense & eMaC

Intelligent platform to manage the physical infrastructure Energy saving tool through power and environmental monitoring

Planning, control and reporting tool for Data Centre operational improvement

Increased security in Data Centre with IP traffic control and alerts

c a B l I N G s o l U t I o N s

y o U c a N D E p E N D o N

Nexans provides the right products for dependable Data Centre infrastructures that meet key operational, economic, energy saving and future growth requirements.

‘A trustworthy partner is one

knowledgeable in Data Centre needs.’

c a B l I N G s o l U t I o N s

y o U c a N D E p E N D o N

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