Modular re-configurable computers and storage systems
US9019703B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 2, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 28, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49826
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
In at least one embodiment, the invention includes a modular re-configurable computer and storage system and method of configuring the system. The system includes a chassis having a plurality of slots for blocks that in at least one embodiment include processor blocks, storage blocks, power blocks, communications blocks, cooling blocks, application service blocks such as cloud blocks, and special-purpose blocks. In a further embodiment, the chassis includes at least one wiring harness with a plurality of connection points for any blocks present in the chassis to facilitate communication, power, and user interaction.
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