Computer rack with power distribution system

Details Computer rack with power distribution system Computer rack with power distribution system

2007-02-06

2007-02-06

Sircus, Brian (Department: 2836)

Electricity: electrical systems and devices

Housing or mounting assemblies with diverse electrical...

For electronic systems and devices

C307S065000, C361S691000, C361S693000, C361S698000, C361S788000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10464028

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to a computer rack, frame or system having a direct current power supply positioned at the upper portion of the rack. In one variation, the DC power supply is placed in the highest shelf in the computer rack. In another variation, the DC power supply is placed on top of the computer rack. In yet another variation, a dual column computer rack with a back-to-back configuration is implemented with DC power supplies placed in a top shelf of the one of the computer columns. The DC power supply may comprise of one or more direct current power supply modules configured to provide fail over protection. In another aspect of the invention, the power supply modules are placed in a separate rack and provide direct current to support computers in one or more computer racks.

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