Method and system for powering multiple computer platforms in symmetric configuration
US9583918B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 29, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 29, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K3/429
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Techniques pertaining to powering multiple platforms with a minimum impact on air passage in a predefined environment are disclosed. Instead of connecting each of the platforms in a chassis to a power supply therein, the present invention uses what is referred to as cascading powering to power all platforms within minimum cable delivery. According to one embodiment of the present invention, a power supply is disposed between two groups of platforms and powers them at the same time. At least one of the platforms has a power connector located towards or near the power supply so that only a short cable is needed to power the platform.
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