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Harness for implementing a virtual backplane in a computing rack for field replaceable units

US9261922B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 28, 2013
Grant dateFeb 16, 2016
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Expiry dateAug 7, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49117
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system for the management of rack-mounted field replaceable units (FRUs) that affords the enhanced availability and serviceability of FRUs provided by blade-based systems but in a manner that accommodates different types of FRUs (e.g., in relation to form factors, functionality, power and cooling requirements, and/or the like) installed within a rack or cabinet.

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