A method of separating optical components is disclosed. The central network access device further operable to receive from a wide area network an incoming signal originating from the remote site, and to condition the incoming signal for receipt by the central site. The CLASP unit, which contains firmware, is also in operable communication with a tape recorder transport which is comprised of a tape mechanism transport and a control unit. The upper flange of the lower portion is connected to the lower flange of the upper portion so that the first and second interiors form a cavity.