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A modularized computer chassis for housing multiple computer modules, such as a processor module, media storage module, an I/O module, and power supplies includes a housing divided generally into four regions, with each region configured for receiving one of the modules or power supplies. A single c

A modularized computer chassis for housing multiple computer modules, such as a processor module, media storage module, an I/O module, and power supplies includes a housing divided generally into four regions, with each region configured for receiving one of the modules or power supplies. A single center pluggable midplane board is positioned in the middle of the housing such that each of the modules and power supplies can be interconnected through the single midplane board. The single center pluggable midplane board includes direct pluggable connectors which correspond to connectors on each of the modules and power supplies, such that each of the modules and power supplies are directly connected to the single pluggable midplane board, and no ribbon signal and power cables are needed for the connection. The direct connection between the single center pluggable midplane board and the modules and power supplies helps to minimize the height of the chassis, thereby saving valuable rack space.

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[What is claimed is:] [1.]a first electrical component, having a processor;a second electrical component;a housing having a first region and a second region, said first region for receiving therein the first electrical component, and the second region for receiving therein the second electrical comp

[What is claimed is:] [1.]a first electrical component, having a processor;a second electrical component;a housing having a first region and a second region, said first region for receiving therein the first electrical component, and the second region for receiving therein the second electrical component; andan interface positioned intermediate said first region and said second region, said interface for transfer of data between the processor in the first electrical component and the second electrical component when the first electrical component is received in said first region and when the second electrical component is received in said second region, the interface having:a first connector connected to said interface, said first connector for directly connecting the interface to the first electrical component when received in said first region; anda second connector connected to said interface, said second connector for directly connecting the interface to the second electrical component when received in said second region.