Abstract: Disclosed herein is a light launch device with improved usability and performance. In particular, the light launch device includes an internally housed launch cable and emission connector, a removable faceplate, alternating laser emission, and/or optimized pulse emission. The internally housed launch cable and emission connector facilitate portability and ease of use by consolidating the various components of the light launch device. The removable faceplate is positioned over the bulkhead connected to the input connector of a launch cable assembly to prevent access to the connection during normal use but selectively allowing access for maintenance or launch cable assembly replacement. The alternating laser emissions and/or optimized pulse emission decreases power consumption and/or maintains or improves cable tracing effectiveness.

Abstract: A method and related apparatuses for disconnecting components of a hardware assembly. The components each include two connectors configured to disengage in a staged manner so that one set of connectors disconnects before the other set. If power connectivity is provided across one set of connectors, that connection can be configured to end before the connectivity between the other connectors.

Abstract: A method and related apparatuses for disconnecting components of a hardware assembly. The components each include two connectors configured to disengage in a staged manner so that one set of connectors disconnects before the other set. If power connectivity is provided across one set of connectors, that connection can be configured to end before the connectivity between the other connectors.

Abstract: A fan module is removable from an electronic component by opening a hinged door of the component and removing the fan module from the door. The fan module is removably received within a slot or recess in the door, and is installed or de-installed in a direction non-coincident with the pivotal motion of the door. Removal of the fan module prior to pivotal movement of the door is prevented with a screw mechanism and/or an interlock tab associated with a retractable handle provided in a recess along a top surface of the fan module.

Abstract: A terminal block allows wires to be connected to the block by insertion at a front portion of the block and along a direction parallel to the length of the block. The block includes a securing feature to retain the electrical conductor securely in the block while also allowing simplified connection and disconnection of the wire.

Abstract: A terminal block allows wires to be connected to the block by insertion at a front portion of the block and along a direction parallel to the length of the block. The block includes a securing feature to retain the electrical conductor securely in the block while also allowing simplified connection and disconnection of the wire.