Apparatus and method for configuring a dual rack-mountable chassis
US8328026B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 22, 2008 |
| Grant date | Dec 11, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K7/20563
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A chassis having a housing in which at least one card module can be arrange is provided. The chassis is arranged in a first rack horizontally or a second rack vertically wherein the second rack opening width is an integer multiple of the predetermined chassis width. A fan slot and ventilation openings are provided in the chassis to allow for airflow across the card modules. Mounting mechanisms facilitate coupling of the chassis to the first and second rack and include ventilation openings through which air passes.
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