Abstract: An assembly includes a plurality of energy storage components. An energy storage component is electrically coupled to at least two other energy storage components of the plurality by at least two electrical pathways, each including a fusible link. The at least two electrical pathways may be formed in a circuit board. The energy storage component may be coupled to the circuit board by a fusible link.

Abstract: A smart link in a power delivery system includes an insulator, which electrically isolates a power line, and a switchable conductance placed in parallel with the insulator. The switchable conductance includes switchgear for sourcing, sinking, and/or dispatching real and/or reactive power on the power line to dynamically in response to dynamic loading, transient voltages and/or currents, and phase conditions or other conditions on the power line.

Abstract: A power distribution apparatus is provided. The apparatus may include a modulated block type power distribution apparatus capable of reducing a space by consequently connecting a main breaker to a sub breaker as a block not to form a gap while installing. The apparatus may include a multifunctional block type power distribution apparatus capable of easily connecting breakers with one another, the breaker having different height, by additionally installing a height controller able to control a height of a branch breaker on the apparatus manufactured in one mold and preventing wrong coupling while connecting a plurality of branch breakers with one another. The apparatus may include a preassembled power distribution apparatus capable of increasing coherence between terminals while coupling a main breaker terminal, a branch breaker terminal, and an additional breaker terminal, forming the preassembled power distribution apparatus, with various terminals of another preassembled power distribution apparatus.

Abstract: A method and a modular direct current power distribution system. A distribution panel may receive alternating current power with a voltage range between 200 volts and 15000 volts. A modular rectifier may convert the alternating current power from the distribution panel to direct current power with a range of 250 volts to 600 volts. An end feed box may receive alternative energy power from an alternative energy power source. A power pathway module may distribute the direct current power from the modular rectifier to a set of information and communication technology equipment. An electrical protection system may guard against electrical damage.

Abstract: Storage device for a high voltage electrical power including at least two modules connected in series, each module including at least one dc power-source in a container with positive and negative terminals. The device including positive and negative poles, first and second conductors arranged to form a current path between the poles, the first conductor including a plurality of conductor parts connected to the terminals of the modules to provide a series connection, a first module of the series being connected to one of the poles, and the second conductor is connected between a last module in the series and the other pole, wherein the conductors are arranged to pass through the containers in parallel such that a current flows through the first conductor in a first direction and through the second conductor in an opposite second direction.

Abstract: Various aspects of the present disclosure are directed toward methods and apparatus that include a lead frame with a fixed external pin pitch. A differential signal path is provided that is characterized by bond-pad pitch range, wire length and wire diameter. The differential signal path carries signals in a frequency range between 5 GHz and 16.1 GHz with less than about 25 dB differential return loss (DDRL). Further, the signals are processed at a signal-processing node that is electrically coupled to the differential signal path by using the differential signal path to carry signals in a frequency range between 5 GHz and about 16.1 GHz.

Abstract: A current conveyor circuit, which comprises: a first current transmitting route; a second current transmitting route, which has the same devices as the first current transmitting route; and at least one control circuit, to control the first current transmitting route and the second current transmitting route to enter a normal mode or a current splitting mode, wherein the first current transmitting route and the second current transmitting route are both enabled and can transmit current in the normal mode, where the first current transmitting route is enabled to transmit current but the second current transmitting route is disabled thus can not transmit current in the current splitting mode.

Abstract: A landscape electrical component connector system is provided which is based on a low-voltage electrical circuit with underground wire cable lines and interchangeable, below ground waterproof connectors which interconnect outdoor electrically positioned above ground lighting, audio, and cooling components. These components, which are hard-wired with waterproof connectors, provide versatility in their ability to be easily and simply added and removed from the system manually, without the use of tools, as desired by the owner. The waterproof connectors are quick connect elements which allow for fast and clean interchange of the various components and circuit splitters and extensions, both during initial installation of the system and after it has been installed.

Abstract: In one aspect, the invention provides a system for power distribution. According to some embodiments, the system includes a rack mountable power distribution unit including a housing having a first end and a second end, the housing also including an outer wall defining a cavity within the housing, and fastening elements configured to allow the housing to be mounted within an electrical equipment rack. In accordance with these embodiments, the outer wall of the housing includes an opening extending linearly between the first end and the second end of the housing and a plurality of electrical conductors located within the cavity and oriented linearly between the first end and the second end. In accordance with further embodiments, the system includes a tap module.

Abstract: Method for increasing the performance of a communications system on a medium formed by multiple conductors which increases the performance of a communications system by means of the creation of numerous communication channels with a high degree of isolation between each other on the same physical medium formed by multiple conductors. The method can be extended to be used in various applications, such as the reuse of frequencies on the same channel, the increase of the capacity of the point-to-point links in a network and the improvement of performance and reliability when used with digital processing of signals for transmission or reception, among others.

Abstract: A system and method that offers the provision too rapidly and safely connect electrical generation sources, including inverters used by solar collecting panels, or wind turbines, and backup hydrocarbon fueled generators or any other supplemental power sources including storage batteries, fuel cells and future electric automobiles. Thus enabling the feeding of power to all circuits in the home or small business, not just isolated circuits in a structure. The system is compliant with electric codes, requires no costly rewiring inside the structure or in the electrical circuit panel and can be accomplished entirely from the outside of the home or small business adjacent to the electric service meter for the home or small business structure.

Abstract: A wiring structure between main body and cover body of electronic device includes a support connection member. The support connection member has a first pivoted section pivotally connected to the cover body and a second pivoted section pivotally connected to the main body. The first pivoted section is formed with a first pivot hole communicating with outer side. The second pivoted section is formed with a second pivot hole communicating with outer side. The support connection member is formed with a recessed receiving space between the first and second pivoted sections in communication with the first and second pivot holes. At least one conductive body is disposed in the receiving space. The conductive body has a first connection end and a second connection end respectively outward extending from the first and second pivot holes. A protection cover board is disposed in the receiving space for covering the conductive body.

Abstract: A power over one-pair Ethernet approach. A data transformer is coupled to a single conductor pair using one or more direct current (DC) blocking elements that preserve an alternating current path. The data transformer enables a network device to transmit and receive data with a link partner device via the single conductor pair. Power transmission over the single conductor pair is enabled through the coupling of a power over Ethernet module to the single conductor pair using a diode that can be paired with a zener diode.

Abstract: Described embodiments include a device, a system, and a method. A described device includes a closed-cycle heat transfer device. The device includes a thermal management system adapted for dissipating heat generated by transmission lines of a power transmission system in use to transport electric power from one place to another. The system includes a heat-dissipation device and a transmission-line temperature manager. The heat-dissipation device includes a heat-acquisition element configured to absorb heat from a portion of a live transmission line of the power transmission system. The heat-dissipation device includes an assembly of one or more controllable fins thermally coupled to the heat-acquisition element and configured to dissipate at least a portion of the heat absorbed by the heat-acquisition. The transmission-line temperature manager is configured to control an aspect of the assembly of one or more controllable fins.

Abstract: The power conversion apparatus includes a power module constituting a switching circuit, a capacitor electrically connected to the power module, and a pair of DC bus bars for transferring electric power to and from the pair of the DC bus bars. The pair of the DC bus bars includes a bus bar extension section which is located along a surface of the capacitor at least at part of a portion thereof constituting a current path between the power module and the capacitor.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for managing icing of a plurality of transmission lines in a power transmission system. A power transmission system comprises a plurality of transmission lines and a control system. A first amount of power flows into the power transmission system through the plurality of transmission lines and a second amount of power flows out of the power transmission system through the plurality of transmission lines. The control system is configured to change a flow of power through the plurality of transmission lines such that icing of the plurality of transmission lines is managed. The first amount of power flowing into the power transmission system and the second amount of power flowing out of the power transmission system remains substantially constant after the flow of power through the plurality of transmission lines is changed.

Abstract: A thermostat is configured for automated compatibility with HVAC systems that are either single-HVAC-transformer systems or dual-HVAC-transformer systems. The compatibility is automated in that a manual jumper installation is not required for adaptation to either single-HVAC-transformer systems or dual-HVAC-transformer systems. The thermostat has a plurality of HVAC wire connectors including a first call relay wire connector, a first power return wire connector, a second call relay wire connector, and a second power return wire connector. The thermostat is configured such that if the first and second external wires have been inserted into the first and second power return wire connectors, respectively, then the first and second power return wire connectors are electrically isolated from each other. Otherwise, the first and second power return wire connectors are electrically shorted together.

Abstract: The present invention provides an intelligent, modular multimedia computer management system for coupling a series of remote computers to one or more user workstations to allow each user workstation to selectively access and control one or more remote computers. The computer management system incorporates a centralized switching system that receives keyboard, cursor control device, audio, and auxiliary peripheral device signals from the user workstation and transmits and applies the signals to the remote computer in the same manner as if the keyboard, cursor control device, audio input source, or auxiliary peripheral device of the user workstation were directly coupled to the remote computer. Also, the user workstation receives audio signals and auxiliary peripheral device signals from the remote computer. In addition, the multimedia computer management system transmits video signals from the remote computer over an extended range for display on the video monitor of the user workstation.

Abstract: A unitized wiring portion (wiring unit) has a hard pipe member, a wire provided in the pipe member, and outside wiring connectors connected at each end of the wire. A plurality of wiring units are prepared in advance wherein wiring units are divided into multiple groups having different length of wires and so on. The wiring units are arranged in a structure (e.g. a vehicle body) and the outside wiring connectors are connected to each other to form a wiring network. The wiring units are fixed to frame and/or reinforcing members to thereby increase mechanical strength of the structure.

Abstract: A solar electricity system, comprising a solar collection surface adapted to convert light into DC electricity; a power inverter to convert the DC electricity into AC electricity; and a power cable connected to the power inverter, the power cable comprising a male plug on its distal end adapted to mate with a female power receptacle on a building structure.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for handling and/or stringing energized conductor for a high voltage power line conductor for a high voltage power line is provided. The method includes bringing components and workers to the same electrical potential and transferring power from one contractor to another. Associated apparatus is also described.

Abstract: Power is provided to one or more devices in a system that includes a hierarchical power smoothing environment having multiple tiers. In response to a peak in power usage by the one or more devices, power is provided from a first power smoothing component in a first tier of the multiple tiers. Additionally, power is provided to the one or more devices from power smoothing components in each of other tiers of the multiple tiers if the power smoothing component in a next lower tier of the multiple tiers is unable to provide sufficient power for the peak in power usage. If the power smoothing components in the multiple tiers are unable to provide sufficient power for the peak in power usage, then performance of at least one of the one or more devices is reduced in response to the peak in power usage.

Abstract: An inflight entertainment (IFE) system receives power from a multiple of power supply units that each supply power to passenger seats in a multiple of multi-seat groups, wherein different power supply units supply power to adjacent passenger seats in each multi-seat group. The IFE system exhibits reduced power supply unit costs and incurs lower operational penalties in the event a power supply unit fails, and is particularly well suited for a wide body aircraft wherein flight attendant call buttons are integral with the IFE system. For example, where flight attendant call buttons are integral with the IFE system and a power supply unit fails in the present arrangement, every passenger still has access to a flight attendant call button associated with an adjacent seat, which can remove the requirement that passengers be relocated or moved to another flight in order for the aircraft to depart.

Abstract: A power transmitting apparatus has a power transmitting apparatus side active electrode provided within the casing thereof along a seat. A power transmitting apparatus side passive electrode is exposed on a backrest. A power receiving apparatus has a power receiving apparatus side active electrode formed along the bottom surface thereof. A power receiving apparatus side passive electrode is formed on the outer surface of the casing of the power receiving apparatus. By mounting the power receiving apparatus on a mounting portion of the power transmitting apparatus, the power receiving apparatus side active electrode faces the power transmitting apparatus side active electrode with a dielectric layer therebetween, and the power receiving apparatus side passive electrode is directly electrically connected to the power transmitting apparatus side passive electrode.

Abstract: A method for creating working space for construction of a new high-voltage transmission line within an existing three phase high voltage transmission right of way without removing the existing three-phase high voltage transmission line already occupying that right of way from service. The method includes removing the voltage applied to one phase of the existing transmission line, continuing to transmit power on the conductors comprising the remaining phases, and installing new support structures and their associated conductors on the right of way while the existing transmission line continues to operate.

Abstract: A wire harness is provided to include: one or more electric wires; and an ECU which includes a circuit body electrically connected to one ends of the one or more electric wires and a sealing member that seals the circuit body and the one ends of the one or more electric wires. The one ends of the one or more electric wire are electrically connected to at least one of a power line pattern, a GND line pattern and a signal line pattern of the circuit body.

Abstract: In one aspect, the invention provides a system for power distribution. According to some embodiments, the system includes a rack mountable power distribution unit including a housing having a first end and a second end, the housing also including an outer wall defining a cavity within the housing, and fastening elements configured to allow the housing to be mounted within an electrical equipment rack. In accordance with these embodiments, the outer wall of the housing includes an opening extending linearly between the first end and the second end of the housing and a plurality of electrical conductors located within the cavity and oriented linearly between the first end and the second end. In accordance with further embodiments, the system includes a tap module.

Abstract: An electrically conductive module is provided. The module includes a panel configured to engage with one or more conductive structural elements. The module further includes conductive layers formed on or in the panel. Each conductive layer has a terminal configured to be in electrical communication with at least one of the conductive structural elements. In one embodiment of the present invention, a first terminal is configured to be in electrical communication with a first conductive structural element and a second terminal is configured to be in electrical communication with a second conductive structural element. In another embodiment of the present invention, both a first terminal and a second terminal are configured to be in electrical communication with a first conductive structural element. In this embodiment, the first and second terminals are respectively configured to be in electrical communication with first and second conductive portions of the first conductive structural element.

Abstract: An electric power converter has a semiconductor module and a capacitor. The positive side semiconductor module has a positive terminal and the 1st intermediate terminal while the negative side semiconductor module has a negative terminal and the 2nd intermediate terminal. These terminals are formed in projected forms. The positive terminal and the negative terminal are connected to the capacitor by a positive bus bar and a negative bus bar, respectively. The 1st intermediate terminal and the 2nd intermediate terminal are connected each other by an intermediate bus bar. The positive and the negative side semiconductor modules, the capacitor, the positive, the negative and the intermediate bus bars constitute one closed circuit. The direction of the each current that flows to each of the main part portion, the positive, the negative and the intermediate bus bars opposes the neighboring current when a closed current flows in the closed circuit.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a transmission line for high performance radio frequency (RF) applications. One such transmission line can include a bonding layer configured to receive an RF signal, a barrier layer, a diffusion barrier layer, and a conductive layer proximate to the diffusion barrier layer. The diffusion barrier layer can have a thickness that allows a received RF signal to penetrate the diffusion barrier layer to the conductive layer. In certain implementations, the diffusion barrier layer can be nickel. In some of these implementations, the transmission line can include a gold bonding layer, a palladium barrier layer, and a nickel diffusion barrier layer.

Abstract: A system and method for ensuring that a large number of connectors, such as fiber-optic cable-connectors, which are plugged-into connector-receptacles arrayed across a connector-panel, are not intentionally disconnected by an un-authorized user with malicious intent, or accidentally unplugged by an authorized technician who may be trying to manually pull-out a specific connector for testing or other purposes but, inadvertently, could otherwise unplug a neighboring connector because of not being able to clearly see which plug is actually being removed due to the large number of cables that are connected to the panel. The connectors are locked in place by restraining arms which are controlled by solenoids or motors. Each restraining arm can be commanded to release its respective connector, but only when the correct command from a computer is received. The same system and method can be applied to connector-receptacles arrayed on one or both sides of the panel.

Abstract: In a circuit arrangement (1) it is provided for supplying an integrated circuit (4) with electrical energy in a reliable and low-emission manner that a first ground connection (14) of the integrated circuit (4) is connected to a circuit carrier ground (3) and that an external buffer capacitor (17) is connected to a supply connection (5) and a second ground connection (18) of the integrated circuit (4). The arrangement is further equipped with a supply unit (15), which has a current source behavior, at least at a clock frequency of the integrated circuit (4). The buffer capacitor (17) reduces load-related voltage fluctuations, the current source behavior of the supply unit (15) causing a decoupling of the frequency between the charging and discharging process of the buffer capacitor (17). The high-frequency discharging currents are tightly restricted in the circuit arrangement (1), thus preventing significant emission.

Abstract: A power distribution system for a data center includes a transformer that transforms three-phase source power to three-phase operating power. The phase-to-neutral operating voltage for each phase is at least about 260 volts. Power distribution units are coupled to the transformer. The power distribution units supply operating power from the transformer to computer systems in the data center.

Abstract: A power supply device (1) for at least one electrical means (2) arranged below sea level, for instance a power supply and control device, or the like, used in maritime oil and/or gas production, comprises a voltage supply means (3) particularly provided above sea level, which is connected via a first cable connection (4) to the electrical means (2) and via a second cable connection (5) to a subsea anode (6). —The electrical means has assigned thereto a subsea cathode (7) for closing the circuit. It is thereby ensured that power supply is guaranteed even in the case of reduced cabling efforts for a long period of time and can be maintained and repaired in a simple way.

Abstract: Systems and methods for impedance compensation in a subsea power distribution system. These systems and methods include the use of a plurality of distributed impedance compensation devices to control the impedance of the subsea power distribution system. These systems and methods may include the use of distributed impedance compensation devices that are inductively coupled to a subsea power transmission cable associated with the subsea power distribution system. These systems and methods also may include the use of distributed impedance compensation devices that are inductively powered by the subsea power transmission cable. These systems and methods further may include the use of distributed impedance compensation devices that are marinised for use under water.

Abstract: A radio frequency (RF) circuit includes a first microchip for transmitting RF signal, a second microchip, two resistors and at least two signal lines. Each signal line has opposite first and second ends, and each first end of each signal line is connected to the first microchip and each second end of each signal line is connected to the second microchip. Each signal line defines first and second gaps, the first gaps are adjacent to the first microchip and the second gaps are adjacent to the second microchip. The two resistors are selectively located at the gaps of any one signal line, whereby the first microchip and the second microchip are connected to each other through the signal line and the resistors to form a connection path.

Abstract: A motor vehicle with insertable four-wheel drive, including an engine having a crankshaft, a pair of main driving wheels constantly connected to the crankshaft by interposition of a gearbox provided with a first clutch, and a pair of secondary driving wheels, which may be connected to the crankshaft by an insertable transmission system. The insertable transmission system presents a second clutch, which is connected on one end with a fixed transmission ratio to the crankshaft upstream of the gearbox and on the other end with a fixed transmission ratio to the secondary driving wheels. A percentage of motive torque to be transmitted to the secondary driving wheels by the second clutch is determined according to dynamic parameters of the motor vehicle detected by respective sensors.

Abstract: A rack for housing electrically powered components, the rack including: a power distribution bus configured to distribute AC power among components installed in the rack via direct coupling without cables; a plurality of slots, each slot configured to receive a component; and one or more components, each component installed in one of the plurality of slots, each component directly coupled to the power distribution bus without a cable, at least one of the components comprising an inter-rack power distribution unit (‘PDU’) configured to provide AC power to other components installed in the rack via the power distribution bus.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a data transmission cable having at least one data transmission line for transmitting data signals, and at least one repeater unit. The data line and the repeater unit are integrated into the cable.

Abstract: A communication system (17) for generating and monitoring data over pre-existing conductors (2A-2D) between associated pieces of networked computer equipment (3A-3D). The system includes a communication device (16) attached to the electronic equipment that transmits information to a central module (15) by impressing a low frequency signal on the pre-existing data lines of the remotely located equipment. A receiver (6) in the central module (15) monitors the low frequency data on the data lines to determine the transmitted information of the electronic equipment. The communication device may also be powered by a low current power signal from the central module (15). The power signal to the communication device may also be fluctuated to provide useful information. Relocation of the electronic equipment with attached communication device to another location on the network is detected immediately. This invention is particularly adapted to be used with an Ethernet communications link or equivalents thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for pseudo-differential transmission through interconnections used for sending a plurality of electrical signals. An interconnection comprises 4 transmission conductors and 5 elementary return conductors which are distinct from the reference conductor. One end of the interconnection is connected to a termination circuit. A transmitting circuit receives at its input the signals from the 4 channels of a source, and is connected to the conductors of the interconnection. Each output signal of a receiving circuit is mainly determined by one or more of the voltages between one of its signal terminals connected to the transmission conductors and its common terminal connected to the elementary return conductors. The signals of the 4 channels of the source are sent to the four channels of the destinations without noticeable external crosstalk.

Abstract: A power feeding system which connects loads in series to receive a supply of power from a power source, and a connector which is suitable for use in the power feeding system are provided.

Abstract: An air conditioning system comprising an outdoor and an indoor unit connected through common power supply lines. The outdoor unit including a first communication circuit using one of the plurality of common power supply lines and one signal line independent of the power supply lines. The indoor unit comprising terminals connected to the first communication circuit; a switch configured to set the first and second communication circuits to a connection state or a disconnection state; a detection circuit configured to detect a voltage between the terminals; and a controller configured to control the switch. The switch sets the first and second communication circuits to the disconnection state when the voltage detected by the detection circuit equals or exceeds a predetermined threshold value; otherwise the switch sets the first and second communication circuits to the connection state.

Abstract: A high frequency electric wire is provided in such a manner that a large number of wires are bundled, twisted and insulated with an outer sheath S. Each wire has an extra-fine hollow pipe structure of a capillary shape. The wire is provided to make its hollow section with the extra-fine hollow pipe structure an air cavity or to cause its hollow section to house an insulating material. In the latter case, the wire is provided by causing a metal conductor to adhere to the outer periphery of an extra-fine insulating yarn, which serves as the insulating material, by plating or vapor-deposition. The electric wire is used as a circuit cable or a coil in a non-contact power feeding device which supplies power based on a mutual induction action of the electromagnetic induction. In this manner, the electric wire fulfills its function to suppress and reduce an increase of the alternating current resistance due to a high frequency alternating current.

Abstract: The present application relates to a covering apparatus for covering an outdoor area. The covering apparatus may include a screen that can be operated between a retracted and an extended configuration, the screen having a leading portion and a trailing portion, the trailing portion being connected to a first support. The apparatus including a number of longitudinal flexible elements extending from the first support to respective second supports, and the leading portion of the screen being supported by the longitudinal flexible elements as the screen is operated from retracted to extended configurations, the leading portion of the screen is moveably mounted to the longitudinal flexible elements such that the leading portion moves with respect to the longitudinal flexible elements, and at least one clamping system is provided on the leading portion for releasably clamping the leading portion to at least one of the longitudinal flexible elements.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a method and apparatus for locating a pre-wired electrically isolated power source. The invention includes a plurality of embodiments of encased receptacles combined with recessed electrical enclosures for mounting the receptacles. The recessed electrical enclosures allow for the input and output receptacles to be mounted externally to the enclosure, to create space internal to the enclosure, for visual isolation of receptacle outlets and associated plugs/connectors that may also be present in the enclosure.

Abstract: A high voltage power supply (HVPS) including first and second high voltage output controllers controlling output of a high voltage output signal; and a plurality of transformers transforming an output signal provided from the first and second high voltage output controller, disposed outside of the first and second high voltage controllers on the substrate, wherein output terminals in the secondary sides of the plurality of transformers are disposed along the edge of the substrate. Therefore, the volume of a system can be minimized by arranging circuits in each component for high voltage output in parallel, and spark and discharge can be reduced by minimizing interference between the primary sides and the secondary sides of the components for high voltage output, thereby preventing damage to a product.

Abstract: A high voltage power supply (HVPS) including first and second high voltage output controllers controlling output of a high voltage output signal; and a plurality of transformers transforming an output signal provided from the first and second high voltage output controller, disposed outside of the first and second high voltage controllers on the substrate, wherein output terminals in the secondary sides of the plurality of transformers are disposed along the edge of the substrate. Therefore, the volume of a system can be minimized by arranging circuits in each component for high voltage output in parallel, and spark and discharge can be reduced by minimizing interference between the primary sides and the secondary sides of the components for high voltage output, thereby preventing damage to a product.

Abstract: A structure for transmission in a power supply, particularly to a power structure for transmission for bearing large DC current, wherein the power supply includes a power input port for connecting to DC input power and a DC/DC conversion circuit for converting the DC input power into DC output power. The architecture including at least one power transmission board for disposing the power input port, wherein the power transmission board is electrically connected to the power process board with the DC/DC conversion circuit mounted thereon by at least one power conduction element. Therefore, through the power conduction elements replacing the conventional connecting wires with large diameter to connect the power input port and the power process board without disobeying the safety regulation, not only the space occupied by the bent connection wires can be reduced, but the collisions and damage to other components caused therefrom also can be avoided.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a method includes powering on a testing system, whereby a unit present signal is included in the system, the unit present signal communicating to a management complex unit (MCU) that a unit under test (UUT) has been inserted into a corresponding architecture, the signal being sent through a relay such that it can be sent or connected at a later time. The UUT is installed in the system and a programming protocol is initiated. The system is then powered off, whereby the unit present signal is set to open and the system is subsequently powered on. When the UUT is plugged in, the MCU does not see it. The system can include a second relay that allows power being fed to the UUT to be broken such that when the UUT is subsequently powered up, the board is reset and not removed from the architecture.