Abstract: A computer system includes a cabinet, a first port mounted on a rear panel of the cabinet, and a tray mounted in the cabinet and having computer components mounted thereon. A front panel of the tray faces outward from a front side of the cabinet opposite the rear panel. The computer system further includes a second port mounted on the front panel of the tray, and a first cable that electrically couples the first port and the second port. The first cable is routed within the cabinet and protrudes from the front side of the cabinet. The first port also remains coupled to the second port as the tray slides outwards from the front side of the cabinet so that the computer components substantially protrude from the front side of the cabinet. The first port and the second port are for at least one of electrical power and network connectivity.

Abstract: Database system for storing information technology (IT) management operational data and a method and apparatus for managing IT data are provided. The database utilizes an integrated database schema. IT operational data is stored into the database using the integrated database schema and the database is accessed by plural applications and/or products using the integrated database schema.