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Cross-connect testing

Last updated on May 18, 2026

Cross-connect testing

Cross-connects should be tested before production traffic moves.

Steps

  1. Confirm LOA/CFA and endpoints.
  2. Verify light levels or link status.
  3. Test VLAN and routing.
  4. Record acceptance results.

Useful information to include

  • Circuit ID
  • Port IDs
  • Test result

Escalation

Contact Metal on Cloud support when the issue affects production, requires privileged access, involves billing, or needs a formal incident record.