Abstract: A telecommunication wireless site control system comprising a central control board configured to receive control signals disposed at a wireless site. The central control board may be communicatively coupled with current monitor and control boards, extension boards, and a local switch to control telecommunication equipment, power devices, and controllers.

Abstract: A telecommunication energy management system comprising a server configured to receive circuit current values identified with a respective piece of telecommunication equipment from a plurality of central boards located at respective telecommunication sites. The server integrates the received circuit current values and provides a graphical user interface (GUI) to allow a user to audit energy usage of each piece of telecommunication equipment of each telecommunication site.

Abstract: A modular telecommunications device that may be configured with a variety of connector types that enable any telecommunications equipment to route signals through the telecommunications device. The device includes a quad jack frame, a main printed circuit board and an interchangeable back plate that can be replaced by another interchangeable back plate that includes a different connector type. A secondary printed circuit board is included in the interchangeable back plate. The incoming power to the device is provided to the main printed circuit that distributes power throughout the device.

Abstract: A thermochromic indicator is vertically disposed on a rack. Such that the thermochromic indicator is visible from a distance. In some examples, the thermochromic indicator indicates a bulk air temperature and a gradient air temperature. The thermochromic indicator provides a real-time visual of air temperatures of computing equipment and devices housed within a computing facility. The thermochromic indicator may be vertically disposed on a front-face and/or a back-face or a rack. A plurality of thermochromic indicators may be disposed on a plurality of front-faces and/or back-faces of racks of an array of racks.

Abstract: A low-resistance telecommunications power distribution panel provides a lower electrical resistance than traditional telecommunications power distribution panels, where the lower electrical resistance provides a reduced amount of waste heat. The low-resistance telecommunications power distribution panel may comprise a single unitary metal busbar configured to directly interconnect a power input cable to a plurality of fuse holders. A plurality of single unitary metal strips may directly connect to each fuse holder, each single unitary metal strip configured to directly connect to a power output lead. A single unitary metal return busbar may directly connect a return input to a plurality of return outputs.

Abstract: Telecommunications equipment racks are described which are configured to occupy a minimum surface area, offer substantial strength while allowing substantial access to the interior of the rack. In one embodiment, a rack features a plurality of secondary and primary load bearing posts which are configured to allow substantial access to the interior of the rack. The rack may be further configured with a plurality of mountings to engage a plurality of telecommunications equipment within the interior of the rack.

Abstract: A telecommunication panel may comprise a chassis configured to receive insertable Digital Signal Cross-connect (DSX) modules and a backplane connected to the chassis. The DSX module is compact to fit into the telecommunication panel. A ratio of the number of the insertable 6-port DSX modules over the backplane surface area at least about 0.37 modules per square inch is achieved. The DSX module may include a printed circuit board and a light emitting diode (LED) light pipe on the printed circuit board to minimize the width of the DSX module. The DSX module may be inserted into the telecommunication panel horizontally or vertically so that the telecommunication panel receives a maximum number of DSX modules.

Abstract: Embodiments of interlocking uprights members for a telecommunications equipment cabinet are presented herein. The uprights include first and second areas that engage in an interlocking and alternating overlap so that the uprights interlock in a plurality of positions to vary a dimension of the cabinet.

Abstract: A high-density telecommunications patch/splitter system to allow a user to access multiple adapters disposed on even high-density splitter modules and odd high-density splitter modules. The even high-density splitter modules have an even adapter array and the odd high-density splitter modules have an odd adapter array that, when installed in the chassis, allow a user access to the adapters.

Abstract: A modular form factor power module system with monitoring and control functions is disclosed. The power module system is configured to power, monitor and/or control telecommunications equipment at the circuit level.

Abstract: A modular form factor power module system with monitoring and control functions is disclosed. The power module system is configured to power, monitor and/or control telecommunications equipment at the circuit level.

Abstract: Embodiments of a storage cabinet and methods for making and using such cabinet are disclosed. In one embodiment of an apparatus. a tubular sealed chamber for storing telecommunications equipment is coupled to a sealed chamber to support the sealed chamber. The tubular sealed chamber comprises at least one mount configured to attach and remove the telecommunications equipment, a tube and at least one door to enclose one end of the tube. The support structure partially surrounds the sealed chamber and an area between the sealed chamber and the support structure defines an inter-tube space that functions as a thermal barrier.

Abstract: Embodiments of a module and backplane are presented herein.

Abstract: A data network to manage the distribution of network services and content throughout a home or residence is described. Generally, the data network includes a media gateway to receive, manage, and distribute services and content throughout the residence. The media gateway may include a structured wiring panel, a services switch to manage the network, and a communications module to provide an interface between the services switch and the residence.

Abstract: A media gateway to distribute network services and content throughout a home or residence is described. Generally, the media gateway includes a structured wiring panel, a services switch mounted within the structured wiring panel to receive network services from one or more network service providers, and to distribute the network services to a number of data outlets located at the residence. The media gateway may also include one or more patch panels mounted within the structured wiring panel to provide connectivity between the services switch and the data outlets, and an uninterruptable power supply (UPS) mounted within the structured wiring panel to supply backup electrical power to the services switch and/or one or more of the plurality of data outlets in the event of a main power failure.

Abstract: A communications management system includes a cabinet, a chassis, and a panel for mounting optical circuits. In one implementation, the chassis is coupled to the cabinet and slides outward from the cabinet and the panel is coupled to the chassis and pivots about an axis that is perpendicular to the direction that the chassis slides. A communications management system my include a cabinet with substantially parallel first and second surfaces. In one implementation, one of the surfaces contains a provision for attaching the cabinet to a second cabinet and a feature for passing a communications fiber from the cabinet to the second cabinet. A second communications management system includes panel for mounting optical circuits. In one implementation, the panel includes a feed adapter for terminating optical fibers that are in use and a parking lot for terminating optical fiber that are not in use.

Abstract: Embodiments of interlocking uprights members for a telecommunications equipment cabinet are presented herein. In some embodiments, the cabinet is configured to hold a plurality of telecommunications components and has at least one variable dimension. The cabinet may be formed by adjustably joining a pair of identical sub-assemblies in one of a plurality of positions. Additionally, each sub-assembly may include a plurality of upright members, with each of the plurality of upright members having an edge that is configured to interlock, substantially along a length of the upright member, with an edge of a corresponding upright member of the other sub-assembly.

Abstract: Embodiments of tubular telecommunications cabinets are presented herein. Specifically, Telecommunications equipment cabinets are described which are configured to protect a plurality of components from environmental influences and provide a high degree of access to the interior of the cabinet. In an implementation a cabinet is configured with a plurality of mountings to mount a plurality of telecommunications equipment within a tubular enclosure. A plurality of partially-tubular sides may be joined to form the tubular enclosure around the mountings. Thus, equipment may be mounted within the cabinet to protect the equipment, for instance, at an outside location. The sides further are operable to permit access to the interior and corresponding equipment around substantially the entire perimeter of the cabinet.

Abstract: Structured cabling solutions may include techniques and systems usable to route, organize, and otherwise manage wires, optical fibers, and other cables. Structured cabling solutions may include one or more chassis coupled to and movable relative to a frame to provide access to signal connectors on the chassis. Structured cabling solutions may also include labeling schemes that identify patch connectors that correspond to outlets in a structured cabling installation.

Abstract: Field-adjustable rack systems for mounting communications equipment are disclosed, including an adjustable communications equipment rack where the rack is adjustable from a floor mounted configuration to a wall mounted configuration, and the overall width of the rack may be varied by adjusting the base and the top in a plurality of different configurations. Also, height adjustment to the communications equipment rack is disclosed where the height of the rack may be adjusted without removal of the existing mounted equipment from the rack. Height adjustments are made by coupling a plurality of extensions to the vertical side rails of the rack, to arrive at the rack height desired. Methods are described for field adjusting communications equipment racks into various configurations, including floor mounted configurations and wall mounted configurations in a plurality of widths and heights.