摘要 |
A patch panel adapter assembly is provided for use with infrastructure management systems that utilize a plurality of cables interconnected to end-user devices and work area outlets, and integrated circuits to monitor the status of these end-user devices and outlets includes a pair of circuit boards. Individual "smart" patch panels, ones with increased functionality are provided and have a series of stub cables connected to them. These may be mounted, either in a group, or individually using standoffs, in opposition to ordinary patch panels. The stub cables are inserted into the ordinary patch panel jacks to provide a smart panel that may be used to control the network. Use of the adapter assemblies reduces the time and labor required to retrofit or upgrade an existing network. |
申请人 |
MOLEX INCORPORATED;PANELLA, AUGUSTO P.;CURTIS, DENNIS W.;ADAMS, SAM;BAINES, ELLIOT A. |
发明人 |
PANELLA, AUGUSTO P.;CURTIS, DENNIS W.;ADAMS, SAM;BAINES, ELLIOT A. |