Cobalt Networks PS-8300 user manual Features, Robust Power Supplies

Robust Power Supplies

The 8310 frame can accommodate two front-loaded PS-8300 power supplies. Although a single power supply can fully power a loaded frame, the addition of a second (optional) power supply gives the frame full power redundancy. Each power supply is fed by a separate power cord, which is held in position to guard against accidental power loss.

Each power supply contains an independent cooling fan, status LED, and a front-mounted power switch.

Each frame comes standard with one PS-8300 power supply.

Optional Cooling Fans

The frame has been designed with an advanced cooling architecture to increase ventilation.

For applications where the total card load is less than 40 Watt, the 8310 can be used without cooling fans. Frames should be mounted with 1RU empty space between frames.

For applications where frames are mounted directly above or below other equipment, or where the total card power load is greater than 40 Watt, an optional cooling fan kit must be added. These front-door mounted fans provide forced air cooling for all cards, and additional cooling for the power supplies. An intelligent fan controller adjusts fan speed with changes in frame power loading. Particular attention has been paid to frame acoustics in order to keep fan noise to a minimum.

Additional Frame Accessories

To help reduce mechanical stress due to cable weight, a rear frame support bracket (FSB-8310) is also available.

openGearTM Cards

The 8310 will accommodate any openGearTM 8200 series cards.

Important

For long-term reliability and increased product lifespan, total dissipation of all cards installed in a 2RU frame must not exceed 40 Watt total without the use of the Cooling Fan Module. Refer to the section, “Ventilation and Cooling,” in this manual, for details.

Features

The following features make the 8310 frame the best solution for standard and high definition terminal equipment:

•2RU Frame houses up to 10 cards

•Can house any mix of analog, digital, video and audio cards in the same frame

•Available with fixed 100-BNC rear module, or individual card specific modules for connector flexibility

•Heavy-duty hinged front panel lowers to allow easy card insertion

•Durable powder-coat paint finish

•Aluminum construction reduces overall weight

•Two independent looping Reference Inputs feed all card slots

•SMPTE alarm interface for simple monitoring

•Ethernet port for optional networked control

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