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List of terms
AC
Alternating Current
analog
A process that models information in the form of a continuously varying parameter such as current, voltage, or phase.
analog signal
A signal that varies in a continuous manner such as voice or music. An analog signal can be contrasted with a digital signal, which represents only discrete states. The signal emitted by a data telephone has both analog and discrete characteristics.
architecture
The interrelationship between the parts of a system; the framework of a system.
backplane
A printed circuit board that extends across the width of the card cage and connects to the circuit card connectors.
battery backup
System power furnished by standby batteries that are charged by a charger. If commercial power fails, the batteries maintain service for a limited period of time, determined by the size of the batteries and the traffic on the system.
capacity
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card cage
A frame for holding circuit cards in a module; also called a card chassis.
Nortel Communication Server 1000
Communication Server 1000M and Meridian 1 Large System Overview
30 September 2008
