Telecommunications Technician how-to
How to Install a Fiber Internet Service
A clean install gives customers reliable service.
Quick answer
A clean install gives customers reliable service. In short: survey; run; mount, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Survey the home and plan the route.
Run the drop from the terminal to the house.
Mount the ONT and install the fiber connection.
Test light levels.
Connect and configure the router.
Test speeds and explain equipment to the customer.
Safety reminders for telecommunications technicians
- Use ladder safety and fall protection
- Never look into active fiber
- Dispose of fiber scraps safely
- Watch for electrical hazards
Key terms
Fiber optic cable · Splice · Fusion splicer · OTDR · Coax · ONT: see the full telecommunications technician glossary.