Abstract: A method for configuring components in a data center is disclosed. The method includes receiving, by a management server, a request for an internet protocol (IP) address and media access control (MAC) address from a network-connected component, responsive to receiving the request, issuing, by the management server, an IP address to the network-connected component, associating, by the management server, the issued IP address with the received MAC address, providing, by the management server, a query to the network-connected component for identifying information associated with the network-connected component, receiving, by the management server, the identifying information, and configuring, by the management server, the network-connected component based on the identifying information.

Abstract: A connector backshell adapter having an annular spring receiving channel, having a plurality of fly lead receiving apertures within the spring receiving channel, and having a backshell adapter attaching means; a plurality of electrically conductive fly leads, the fly leads having a metal braid sheathing attaching means at one end and a hook at the other end, the hooks being positioned to pass through the fly lead receiving apertures to overlie the floor of the spring receiving channel; and a spring means in the form of a spiral spring metal coil arranged to lie within the spring receiving channel, the spiral coil being wrapped around the floor of the spring receiving channel providing a compressive force pressing the fly leads against the floor of the spring receiving channel, securing and electrically connecting the fly leads to the connector backshell adapter.