Rack-level modular server and storage framework
US8838286B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 4, 2010 |
| Grant date | Sep 16, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 14, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY04S40/18
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A modular rack-level server and storage framework is disclosed. The modular rack system includes a plurality of chassis placed in one or more racks and a plurality of sleds placed in each chassis. Each sled includes an information handling system, a shared fan module, a shared power module, and a shared management module. The shared fan module cools the plurality of sleds in each chassis and the shared power module supplies power to one or more sleds in one or more chassis. The shared management module manages the operation of the plurality of chassis.
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