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Modular power distribution system for use in computer equipment racks

  • US 6,826,036 B2
  • Filed: 06/28/2002
  • Issued: 11/30/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/28/2002
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A power distribution system for distributing power to electrical or computer equipment mounted within an equipment rack on corner supports, comprising:

  • a control unit mounted within the rack including a power input for receiving power from a power source located outside the rack, a power converter for converting the received power to an output electrical power, and a plurality of power outlets for providing an electrical connection to the control unit and outputting the output electrical power;

    an extension bar mounted within the rack adjacent one of the corner supports and having an electrical power input for input of electrical power to the extension bar and a plurality of power outlets adapted to couple with and distribute electrical power to conducting elements that electrically connect the extension bar to the mounted equipment; and

    an electrical power cable connected to one of the power outlets in the control unit and to the electrical power input of the extension bar.

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