Abstract: In some embodiments, a method of automatically configuring nodes in a storage service can include receiving, from an administrative computer, a configuration script at an installation framework executing in a cloud-based storage service. The configuration script can define a plurality of nodes to be deployed in the cloud-based storage service. The method can further include parsing the configuration script to identify configuration data for the plurality of nodes, and automatically installing each node in the plurality of nodes based on the configuration data, and, in response to a deployment instruction, deploying the plurality of nodes in the cloud-based storage service.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a method of automatically configuring nodes in a storage service can include receiving, from an administrative computer, a configuration script at an installation framework executing in a cloud-based storage service. The configuration script can define a plurality of nodes to be deployed in the cloud-based storage service. The method can further include parsing the configuration script to identify configuration data for the plurality of nodes, and automatically installing each node in the plurality of nodes based on the configuration data, and, in response to a deployment instruction, deploying the plurality of nodes in the cloud-based storage service.

Abstract: A system and associated method for forming a window opening in a poured concrete wall and installing a window therein includes a one-piece reusable window buck having a number of retainers temporarily coupled thereto. An anchor portion of each retainer becomes embedded in the poured concrete wall and after the window buck is removed from the window opening formed in the wall, the window is easily and conveniently installed in the window opening and secured therein by the window retainer and cooperating clip on the window frame without the need for additional mechanical fasteners or tools.

Abstract: A brazing process for joining copper and copper alloy tubes to a fitting which includes first forming a layer of a high melting temperature noble metal on one end of a copper or copper alloy tube. The plated end is then brazed to a metal ferrule to form a copper alloy-ferrule assembly. The assembly is then furnace brazed to a metal fitting.