Patents Assigned to Cadent, Inc.
  • Method and apparatus for arranging cable connectors to allow for easier cable installation
    Patent number: 6457978
    Abstract: A cable modern termination system (CMTS) having front and rear sides is disclosed. A rear panel receives a plurality of connector cards. At least one first connector card wherein each first connector card has a row of connectors. At least one second connector cards, wherein each second connector card has a row of connectors, wherein connectors on the first connector cards are staggered from connectors on the second connector cards when the connector cards are inserted into the rear panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2002
    Assignee: Cadent, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Cloonan, Daniel W. Hickey, Thomas J. Mack, David R. Johnson