Network device with compact chassis
US11601734B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 23, 2021 |
| Grant date | Mar 7, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K7/20572
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
In some implementations, a network device includes a housing and a set of switch cards within the housing and including a first set of connectors. A set of line cards within the housing includes a second set of connectors. The set of line cards are oriented orthogonally to the set of switch cards. A first set of power supplies and a second set of power supplies are in the housing. A midplane includes a plurality of circuit board assemblies arranged within the housing between the set of line cards and the first and second sets of power supplies to allow air to flow through the set of line cards to the set of switch cards, first set of power supplies, and second set of power supplies.
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