System Integration
Putting It All Together
System integration represents the final step in the process of delivering an application-ready computing solution. Unlike off-the-shelf commercial-grade products which are designed for operation in benign locations, building rugged systems that will be deployed within adverse environments requires a different integration process to ensure long-term, reliable operation.
A thorough understanding of shock and vibration, as well as thermal management issues, is required to ensure that every system card and drive is installed into the most advantageous position, properly seated and secured, and cabled in such a way that connections are sound and air flow is unobstructed. (click on the image below for a larger version)
System Integration Considerations
- Ensure Proper Chassis Airflow
- Shrink-Wrapped ID Labels
- SBC/SHB Hold-Down Bracket
- Board Stiffener Plates & Rails
- Secure All Memory Modules
- High CFM Hot-Swap Fans
- Hard Drive & DVD Mounting
- Protective Cable Sleeving
- Grommet Component Edges
- Wire & Cable Strain Reliefs
- Hardware & Software RAID
- Hot-Swap Storage Drive Bays
- System Fan Speed Control
- Temperature Monitoring
- Redundant Power Supply Options
- Operating System Installation
- ElectroMagnetic Interference
- Full System Testing & Burn-In
- FCC, UL, CE Agency Requirements
- MIL-STD 167-1, 461E/F, 810F/G, 901D





