The preferred embodiments of the present invention include an optical
splitter module having connectorized pigtails that are stored on the
bulkhead faceplate of the module. The module includes an optical splitter
output harness, for example, a ribbon cable assembly attached to the
bulkhead with rugged strain relief mechanism. The ribbon harness is
converted to individual pigtails with connectors which are stored on
adapter receptacles on the faceplate. Adapter receptacles used may
optionally be half receptacles when storage is the only desired function
or may be full receptacles when access to the pigtail ferrule tip is
required. Access to the ferrule tip may be required for attaching fiber
optic terminators to eliminate undesirable reflections caused by
unterminated connectors. The module provides an administrative location
for splitter outputs prior to being connected individually into service.
The module also provides an administrative storage location for splitter
outputs taken out of service as a temporary staging area before being
reassigned and connected individually into service again.