CI - Color Identifier

Indicates which mode will be used for Ethernet frame color awareness.

NOTE 1: More information regarding this field can be found in the MEF Technical Specification MEF 10.3, 23.1 and 26.1.

VALID ENTRIES:

PCP = Priority Code Point.

DEI = Drop Eligible Indicator.

NOTE 1: When no value is specified by the customer, the provider default value shall be used.

USAGE: This field is optional.

DATA CHARACTERISTICS: 3 alpha characters

EXAMPLE:  D E I