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Remote exhaust for rack systems

US8355251B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 21, 2008
Grant dateJan 15, 2013
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Expiry dateJan 2, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH05K7/20745
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of remote exhaust for dissipating heat in computers or other electronic devices are disclosed. An exemplary method may include coupling branch lines to each of a plurality of fan-less chassis in the rack system. The method may also include coupling the branch lines to at least one main line. The method may also include connecting the main line to at least one exhaust pump to remove heat generated in each of the plurality of fan-less chassis to a physically remote environment.

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