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Township Board of Education Attorney Lisa Gorab of Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer of Woodbridge spoke to residents at a Nov. 6 school board meeting about the estimated impact on taxes.
Gorab said the state is willing to pay for a portion of the project, and that so me districts are receiving between 20 and 30 percent aid on the total project cost. This funding, she said, can be taken up front as a grant, or as ongoing debt service.
Gorab said most districts are electing to getting the money up front, as opposed to waiting for the state over the next 25 years to keep their commitment.
She said 75 percent of the project would be funded by the taxpayers and 25 percent by the state.
This is based on current ratables of $2,192,951,366, which is the total amount of assessed values in Readington. Gorab said this does not assume any new residential/commercial construction; to the extent new residential/commercial construct ion occurs, the tax impact would decrease accordingly.
"This is an estimate," she said. "That aid number, which here is projected at $7.2 million, we will have in writing from the state prior to the referendum," she said, "so the voters will be very clear on what percentage they're going to cover and what percentage the state will cover."
The local share of $21,840,000 $29 million minus the $7 million state aid figure will be borrowed and paid back over a 25-year period, she said.
The gross estimated annual tax impact of the new debt on a home assessed at $100,000 is $70, she said, or 7 cents per $100 of asssesed valuation.
For a home assessed at $305,000 the average assessed home in Readington the gross estimated annual tax impact of the new debt is $213.
This tax hike would be partially offset by a reduction in the 2003-3004 school y ear of debt payments from a 1992 bond. The decrease will be $19 for a home assessed at $100,000, meaning the net estimated annual tax impact of the new debt is $51.
"These are, I can't say this enough, draft, preliminary, estimated numbers," she said. "These numbers will change."
In the event the referendum fails and the district has to make a reapplication f or a grant, the board does not have to "go back to the end of the line," she s aid. Reapplication takes about a year, during which many schools will have had referenda passed and the pool of money will be smaller, Gorab added.
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Tom Ford was born in Austin, Texas in 1962, but spent most of his childhood years back in Santa Fe, New Mexico. His mother was a colourful Southern lady who had 6 husbands and a cupboard full of Courreges suits. She taught him that being badly dressed was disrespectful of others. He spent most of his childhood worrying about how he looked. At 12 she bought him a pair of Gucci loafers.
Tom Ford enrolled on an art history course at New York University and was also trained as an actor. It was there he discovered the seminal Studio 54 nightclub and Warhol"s Factory, where he met pop artist Andy Warhol for the first time. From then on, school was out and partying was in, in, in. Signing up as a model at one point he had no fewer than 12 TV commercials running at the same time he dropped out of NYU after his freshman year. Tom Ford transferred to Parsons School of Design in New York studying interior architecture. He later moved on to finish his studies at Parsons in Paris, France. By the end of the course Ford he realised that he wanted to work in fashion. As soon as his studies were completed in 1986, Ford quickly returned to New York where he began his professional training.
In 1986, he joined the creative staff of the American famous designer Cathy Hardwick. Then, in 1988, a big career move came up when he made the transition to Perry Ellis where he took on the position of Design Director under Marc Jacobs. Tom didn"t make a name for himself in the business until he relocated to Europe in 1990 and landed a position with Gucci. Tom"s partner, journalist Richard Buckley, had become ill with cancer and, after he was given the all clear at the start of the Nineties, the two decided to leave the stress of New York behind and head for Italy.
Ford was hired by Gucci"s then creative director Dawn Mello (previous head of purchase with Bergdorf Goodman) as chief women"s ready to wear designer. A few years passed, and in 1992, he moved up the corporate ladder of the fashion world and once again took on the role of Design Director. Business went bad for Gucci and Tom Ford was almost fired by Maurizio Gucci in 1993, but this was counteracted by Domenico de Sole, director of Gucci America Inc.
When, in 1994, Gucci was acquired by a Bahrain based investment firm called Investcorp, Ford was promoted to creative director. This meant that he was responsible for the design and conception of all product lines within the company; clothing, perfumes, and more. He also had to create and carry through the company"s image, its advertising campaigns and store design. Tom Ford went on to become arguably the most influential designer of the last decade.
In his first year at the helm, he was credited with putting the glamour back into fashion introducing Halston style velvet hipsters, skinny satin shirts and car finish metallic patent boots. Gucci became a byword for desirability, offering the most aspirational and hedonistic kind of fashion.
In 1995, he brought in French stylist Carine Roitfeld and photographer Mario Testino to create a series of new, modern ad campaigns for the company. In March 1995 when Amber Valletta sauntered down the catwalk in blue velvet hipsters and a skinny apple green satin shirt, the lights went on in the house of Gucci. She personified Gucci glamour, dangerous, sexy, modern and slightly rough. Madonna wore his outfit to the MTV music awards.
By 1999, the house, which had been almost bankrupt when Ford joined, was valued at about $4.3 billion. "We didn"t even have a photocopier at one stage," he admits. "We didn"t have any paper."
After Gucci bought a controlling stake in Yves Saint Laurent in 2000, Ford was appointed creative director of YSL, too, and communications director of the house"s ready to wear business, while continuing to design for Gucci. A mighty challenge certainly, but Ford was adamant, he could keep the two labels distinct. "Historically, [Gucci] is Sophia Loren. Yves Saint Laurent is Catherine Deneuve. They"re both sexy," he told British Vogue in February 2001. "It"s just that Gucci is a little more obvious than Saint Laurent.
Essentially a monochrome man his Paris apartment has been described as a three dimensional photographic negative Tom brings a hard edged look synonymous with 21st century glamour to his clothes. In 2000, the Gucci group added Yves Saint Laurent to their stable and, unsurprisingly, Tom"s first collection for the French label was a study in black and white. In that year, Ford was named Best International Designer at the first VH1/Vogue Awards in New York.
"I am a perfectionist," declared Tom Ford. "This job is a total ego thing in a way. To be a designer and say, "This is the way people should dress, this is the way their homes should look, this is the way the world should be." But then, that"s the goal: world domination through style."
Ford believes that he owes his success not to talent, but to his energy. He admits to sleeping just two or three hours per night, keeping post it notes beside the bed in case he wakes up with an idea. "There are many more talented designers than me," he once told an audience at the V&A in London. "But I have a lot of drive and won"t let it go." He also credits his "mainstream" appeal. "I"m lucky, I have mass market tastes," he says. "When I say I like a shoe, generally thousands of people will like it. Thank God, because I would have been a very unhappy person if I hadn"t had this kind of success."
But others see it quite differently, saying that Ford"s secret is the combination of a fine commercial sensibility and a genuine feel for fashion: in his present role at Gucci, he designs shoes, watches, luggage and men"s and women"s wear as well as planning the company"s advertising campaigns and overseeing the development of their two new fragrances, Envy and Rush. Tom caused a bit of an advertising stir with the promotion for his M7 fragrance. The campaign featured naked model Samuel de Cubber in a full frontal pose. But as Tom says: "Perfume is worn on the skin, so why hide the body? The M7 campaign is really pure, it"s a very academic nude. I wanted to show a man who represents a natural and relaxed image of male beauty". Tom also hit the headlines with his sensational Gucci ad, featuring a naked woman whose bikini line has been waxed into the shape of the letter `G`.
In 2001, Tom Ford won the CFDA Womenswear Designer of the Year award, and TIME magazine named him the Best American Designer. His visionary look of the fashion industry has been the center of attention as he has won many awards like the Council of Fashion Designers of America award for International Designer of the Year in 1996. That same year, he also won the International Designer of the Year Fashion Editors Club Japan 1996; Menswear and Womenswear Designer of the Year.
He also owns four VH 1 Fashion and Music Awards and a Fashion"s Future Best New Designer prize that he was awarded in 1995. His list of awards also includes a Womenswear Designer of the Year in 1999, an Elle Style Icon Award in 1999; and a Commitment to Life Award from AIDS Project Los Angeles for Gucci"s charitable work in support of people with HIV and AIDS.
He has made profits soar at Gucci, which was faltering when he took over. During this year there seems to have been some disagreement between Yves St. Laurent and Tom Ford about the way YSL was proceeding. This led to the resignation of Yves St. Laurent in January 2002 from the company he had built. Gucci bought out YSL Rive Gauche and appointed Tom Ford to take up the design responsibilities of YSL Ruve Gauche ready to wear. His collections Spring/Summer 2003 for Gucci and YSL during Paris Fashion Week in October 2002 has concentrated on animal prints on caftans and flowing gowns, pants and tops.
Ford divided his time in true jet setter style between Milan, Paris, London (now home to the new Gucci design studio) and Santa Fe, Texas, home to his terrior John who has his own Gucci dog basket.
In November 2003 it was announced that Tom and chief executive Domenico De Sole would be leaving the Italy brand in 2004 "with great sadness" but Ford said he was "confident that we are leaving behind one of the strongest teams in the industry." Then in March 2004, he presented his last collections for YSL Rive Gauche and Gucci, amid very emotional farewells. Both collections were smash hits.
At the end of March, Los Angeles feted him at an event attended by 800 of the Hollywood personalities with whom he has built up a personal following over the years, and he was awarded the Rodeo Drive Walk of Style Award. It is rumoured that Tom is planning to move into the Film Industry.
Ford once claimed that he thought models had "the most horrible, tough job in the world", adding that Caroline Ribeiro was his favorite model ("Her face is an unusual blend of cultures"). He also revealed that he doesn"t expect to be designing forever. Included on his list of lifetime to dos are having children (although work commitments and his longtime partner Richard Buckley are currently conspiring against him) and making a film. "That is the ultimate design project," he says. "You don"t just get to design what people wear, but you design the whole world and whether characters get to live or die. There is a permanence to film that fashion lacks."
One of his first new activities, in May 2004, was to join the famous auction house of Sotheby"s in Paris where he will advise on a broad range of strategic matters such as business and marketing opportunities.
Celebrity fans of Ford"s style include Madonna, Bianca Jagger and Trudie Styler ("Well, he"s perfect, isn"t he? He"s like Sting, he doesn"t do small talk. He doesn"t always give very much of himself, so you want more."). But Ford"s ultimate sign of approval came from his mother, who was h
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Critical Marketing & Media Group is an extension of Melanie J Cornish's dedication to the written arts and the Hip-Hop culture. Having spent eight years in NYC working in media, Cornish has amassed a resume of interviews and stories featuring some of the biggest names in the entertainment world. As a columnist for sites in both the UK and the US, she has her finger on the pulse of everything that is going on in the industry. With an extensive list of contacts and relationships established after working for sites such as AllHipHop.com, HipHopDX.com and Ballerstatus.com Melanie J Cornish knew she was going to have to branch out in a different direction.
Relocating back to the UK, Cornish began to work towards her dream; a company that would blend well with both the American and the foreign markets. Her journalism endeavors combined with her business acumen and her experience has already proved attractive to artists and executives alike. Providing a service which allows clients maximum exposure for themselves and their product, her roster before officially launching the company features Conrad Dimanche (Senior A&R at Bad Boy Record), Providence rapper Jon Hope, the New York based Donny Goines, Eurogang members SAS and the female lyricist Hedonis.
Now as the company moves forward into 2008 Melanie has secured Sha Money XL and his Money Management Roster of artists and producers to CMMG as well as SAS co-hort Haze, Queens lyrical representative Spectacular and the most talked about unsigned artist on the internet right now Nino Bless. "I am overwhelmed by just how the company has grown in just a matter of months," Melanie explains. "I took a big risk switching what side of the fence I was on after being involved in journalism for so long, but it has paid off and for that I am very thankful."
CMMG believes in quality over quantity. Money has never been the ultimate goal. With the climate constantly changing, Melanie Cornish believes that branding your self and making people get to know you and your product is the first step to success. This is a basic fundamental that Melanie J Cornish lives her life by. "Nowadays people are too busy trying to multi task that they forget why they are involved in things in the first place," she explains. "I hate seeing talented people spreading themselves thin, doing jobs that they shouldn't have to do."
Having always been progressive in exposing the good that comes out of the multi billion dollar industry she is submersed in, Melanie has also started consulting with a magazine which will be going to press in 2008. The magazine will be aimed primarily at the 12-18 demographic and 'intends to educate its readers and destroy stereotypes that exist among the youth in inner city communities that associate and identify with Hip Hop culture.'
"Nothing in life is guaranteed, we all know that, but what I have discovered is you are only as big as your dreams. CMMG is here to help people bring life to their dreams," Melanie concludes.
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From the editorHere's a scary thought: Some public health experts claim our kids could have a life expectancy shorter than ours if something isn't done to battle their bulge.
News that our kids are getting fat is really no news at all. Doctors and other health experts have been warning us about growing waistlines for years. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, using the latest figures available from 2003-2004, say more than 17 percent of our kids ages 2-19—or more than 12 million kids—are overweight. While the U.S. isn't alone in this health crisis, we claim the top honors of all developed nations.
It's easy to blame fast food, video games and TV, kids' over-booked schedules—even parents. It's harder to find a solution.
So let's begin now. As you make your New Year's resolutions, decide to make 2007 the year to get yourself and the kids off the couch and the cookies for a healthier, fitter family. Even a few small changes make a world of difference and our own actions speak volumes.
I've already had the difficult conversations with my kids about eating too much. Yet I continue to eat huge amounts of food in front of them when stress hits. I'm going to stop that as of now.
I've tried stripping snacks from the house only to have them want sweets more and beg for something to eat with their huge blue eyes that melt my heart every time. I'm not going to give in as of now.
They prefer chicken nuggets, fries, hot dogs and pizza and it's easy to manage those meals with my busy schedule. I'm going to try to plan healthier meals as of now.
It's upsetting to hear my 7-year-old worry if her legs are too big or that she shouldn't wear her bikini at the pool because her tummy sticks out and that's my fault because I'm always telling her I hate being fat. I'm going to try to stop saying that (and even mentioning the word dieting) as of now.
You won't have to make changes all on your own. Help is here.
Beginning this month, Chicago Parent will feature a new nutrition column, Good Sense Eating, by noted nutritionist Christine Palumbo. A member of the American Dietetic Association's Board of Directors, Palumbo has built a regional and national name for herself as a nutrition expert.
This month the Naperville mom also has created a month of kid-friendly meals for your family. Clip it out, hang it on the refrigerator and leave the hassle of meal planning to Palumbo this month (she even incorporates leftovers in the meals). I know I'm sick of the same old meals so my family will be eating the Palumbo way for January.
Throughout the next year, we'll feature stories and tips to help you incorporate fitness into your busy lives.
But we're not going to forget about the other end of the spectrum, either. Despite all the headlines about childhood obesity and the health impacts, there are kids in our communities who hate their bodies so much they are slowly killing themselves through starvation and binging.
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Fall Into Fun
The air is crisp and so are the apples: It's fall in Rockford! From apple orchards to community festivals, there is an endless supply of activities in our region.
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An Apple a Day
Three great orchards call Winnebago County home and delight families with a variety of activities throughout the season. There is something magical about handpicking your own bushel of apples or simply biting into a fresh apple cider donut.
Curran's Orchard - More than a dozen varieties of apples are available, either pre-picked or you can pick them yourself! You'll also find delectable apple pies, apple donuts, award-winning apple cider, pumpkins and more. Kids will have fun in the petting coral, corn tunnel, and looking at the glass-sided beehive.
Edwards Apple Orchard West - This orchard is located in the rolling hills of scenic Northwest Winnebago County and features apples, cider, pumpkins, raspberries, the dairy barn store and children's play areas.
Valley Orchard - This 35 acre family-owned orchard has approximately 5,000 apple trees. You can purchase or pick your own apples, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries. The store offers 100% pure apple juice cider, donuts, apple pies, fall decorations, jams, salsa and much more.
Fantastic Fall Colors
One of the best parts about living in the Midwest is the ability to experience all four seasons. This includes witnessing the splendor of the outdoors as the leaves change colors during the transition into fall. Winnebago County is home to plenty of forest preserves and parks, so there is no shortage of great places to view these colors!
Anderson Japanese Gardens - This 12 acre award-winning landscape is comprised of koi-filled ponds, winding paths, gentle streams, cascading waterfalls and 16th century traditional architecture throughout the garden.
Atwood Park - The park contains 334 acres of land and encompasses woodland, prairie, river and marsh habitats.
Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden - Klehm is a 155-acre living museum filled with spectacular gardens and rare trees. A 1.8 mile, handicapped-accessible paved path winds through the arboretum plus many secondary, chipped trails.
Nygren Wetland Preserve - The preserve is a 721-acre tract near the confluence of the Rock River and Pecatonica River, making it an important stopover and nesting spot for many species of birds. An open-grass trail is open for walking and hikers.
Pecatonica Prairie Path & Bike Trail - An 18-mile long biking, hiking and nature trail on this land is open to the public year round.
Rock Cut State Park - The beautiful park includes two lakes (Pierce Lake and Olsen Lake) and spans over 3,000 acres. Visit the park to fish, kayak, canoe, paddleboat, or explore the miles of hiking and biking trails.
Rock River Recreation Path - This 10 mile paved path begins in downtown Rockford and continues north along the Rock River through some of Rockford's gardens and parks.
Severson Dells Nature Center - The forest preserve features 2.5 miles of self-guided nature trails including a hard-surfaced trail that is accessible year round.
Festivals & Events
There's no better way to celebrate fall than taking a hayride, building your own scarecrow, or drinking hot cider while doing some afternoon shopping. Pack your fall full of fun by attending these local events and festivals!
Roscoe Lions Club Annual Fall Festival
September 9 - 11 @ Leland Park (Roscoe)
The Roscoe Lions Club hosts the village's annual Fall Festival, featuring amusement rides, live music, parades and a raffle. All proceeds from the raffle go toward supporting the Lions Club.
Fall Pec Thing
September 17 - 18 @ Winnebago County Fairgrounds
Vendors occupy over 100,000 square feet inside and over 40 acres outside. Over 500 dealers will be selling antiques, furniture, jewelry, electronics, quilts, art and more.
Greenwich Village Art Fair
September 17 - 18 @ Rockford Art Museum grounds
This annual two-day outdoor event features original artwork by up to 155 juried artists from throughout
September 23-24 @ Loves Park City Hall
This annual event features live music, German food and beer, wiener dog races, and the "Bier Barrel Race."the Midwest and across the nation. There will also be live music, food vendors and children's activities.
World War II Days
September 24 - 25 @ Midway Village Museum
This annual event includes elaborate and realistic battles complete with tanks, artillery, armored vehicles, and exciting pyrotechnic displays. More than 1,200 re-enactors represent soldiers of the United States and other countries involved with World War II.
Fall for the Forest Preserves
October 1 @ Atwood Homestead Forest Preserve
This free fall festival features horse-drawn wagon rides, children's crafts, games, and a scavenger hunt. Join a campfire sign-along and roast marshmallows over the campfire.
Cider n' Cinnamon Arts & Crafts Fair
October 1 - 2 @ Edgebrook
Join us for this free art and craft event held annually. Vendors will be displaying a variety of art, jewelry, crafts, clothing, vintage decor and more. Enjoy delicious food and live music both days.
Autumn at the Arboretum
October 2 @ Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
The crisp fall air and beautiful autumn foliage is the perfect backdrop for horse drawn wagon rides, scarecrow building and other fun activities for kids of all ages.
Fall ArtScene
October 7 - 8 @ Various locations
ArtScene brings out thousands of art lovers to galleries and studios all over town to enjoy new exhibits of original works. The event attracts so many fans because it's free, and it's fun for both the browser and buyer.
Nellie's Barn Sale
October 7 - 8 @ Meyer's Canine Colony grounds (Roscoe)
The barn is better than ever, featuring 55+ vendors selling a variety of vintage goods in a two acre field. There will be painted furniture, re-purposed items and handmade jewelry and clothing.
Scarecrow Harvest Festival
October 8 @ Midway Village Museum
Families of all ages can visit for fall harvest fun! Take a ride in a horse-drawn wagon, create your own scarecrow, square dance in the historic barn, and make a harvest craft to take home.
Head of the Rock Regatta
October 9 @ Along the Rock River
This decades-old race draws more than 2,000 rowers from across the country and more than 5,000 spectators to the banks of the Rock River. The race begins at Martin Park and goes 5,000 meters on the Rock River ending at the YMCA downtown.
Hot Diggity Dog Festival
October 16 @ Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Bring your pooch, costume optional, and spend the day exploring the trails at Klehm. Vendors of pet oriented products, as well as advocacy and adoption organizations will be on hand, and there will be a best costume contest for the dogs!
All Hallow's Eve
October 22 @ Midway Village Museum
Bring your family to trick or treat in the safety of Midway Village Museum's charming Victorian Village! More than 20 village buildings will be decorated for Halloween and families can trick or treat in each building to receive candy.
Trick or Trot
October 23 @ Midway Village Museum
Participate in this 5K run in your favorite family-friendly Halloween costume! Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in 13 different age categories.
Spooky Science
October 28 @ Discovery Center Museum
Bring your Trick-or-Treat bag and get ready to grab gobs of goodies in our exhibit spaces as you concoct glowing slime and make creepy crafts!
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This is my typical AP Kat build. I chose Heal and Ignite becuase heal comes in handy when you're in death lotus. Other great spells for Kat could be Flash (makes for a great harrass/escape method) or Exhaust if you're a little more aggressive. Majai's is always the first item I get with Kat for obvious reasons. If you find that you're not doing to hot with her, sell the majai's for other useful items accordingly. The Sorc's boots would also be a good choice for this Kat because of the magic pen. This is a guideline really.. Test it out and change it to better suit your playstyle.


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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) Kellogg Co. has recently donated thousands of boxes of cereal with Michael Phelps' picture on them to the San Francisco Food Bank.
Kellogg last month declined to renew its endorsement deal with the Olympic swimming star after a photo surfaced showing him smoking from a marijuana pipe.
Food bank executive director Paul Ash says he doesn't know specifically why the cereal was donated. Kellogg officials responded to questions Wednesday with an e-mail saying the company routinely donates food that is nearing the end of its shelf life but still good.
Either way, Ash is glad to have the items, which he says can be hard to come by.
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This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/776,430, filed on Feb. 11, 2004 now U.S. Pat. No. 7,186,134, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/389,509, filed on Mar. 14, 2003 now U.S. Pat. No. 7,066,746, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/075,835, filed Feb. 12, 2002, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,533,603, which is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 09/971,885, filed Oct. 4, 2001, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,439,918. Each of the aforementioned patents and applications is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
1. The Field of the Invention
This invention relates to optical and electrical transceiver modules and, more specifically, to transceiver modules having an integrated connector detachment mechanism.
2. Related Technology
Fiber optics are increasingly used for transmitting voice and data signals. As a transmission medium, light provides a number of advantages over traditional electrical communication techniques. For example, light signals allow for extremely high transmission rates and very high bandwidth capabilities. Also, light signals are resistant to electro-magnetic interferences that would otherwise interfere with electrical signals. Light also provides a more secure signal because it doesn't allow portions of the signal to escape from the fiber optic cable as can occur with electrical signals in wire-based systems. Light also can be conducted over greater distances without the signal loss typically associated with electrical signals on copper wire.
While optical communications provide a number of advantages, the use of light as a transmission medium presents a number of implementation challenges. In particular, the data carried by a light signal must be converted to an electrical format when received by a device, such as a network switch. Conversely, when data is transmitted to the optical network, it must be converted from an electronic signal to a light signal. A number of protocols define the conversion of electrical signals to optical signals and transmission of those optical, including the ANSI Fiber Channel (FC) protocol. The FC protocol is typically implemented using a transceiver module at both ends of a fiber optic cable. Each transceiver module typically contains a laser transmitter circuit capable of converting electrical signals to optical signals, and an optical receiver capable of converting received optical signals back into electrical signals.
Typically, a transceiver module is electrically interfaced with a host device—such as a host computer, switching hub, network router, switch box, computer I/O and the like—via a compatible connection port. Moreover, in some applications, it is desirable to miniaturize the physical size of the transceiver module to increase the port density, i.e., to accommodate a higher number of network connections within a given physical space. In addition, in many applications, it is desirable for the module to be hot-pluggable, which permits the module to be inserted and removed from the host system without removing electrical power. To accomplish many of these objectives, international and industry standards have been adopted that define the physical size and shape of optical transceiver modules to ensure compatibility between different manufacturers. For example, in 1998, a group of optical manufacturers developed a set of standards for optical transceiver modules called the Small Form-factor Pluggable ("SFP") Transceiver MultiSource Agreement ("MSA"). In addition to the details of the electrical interface, this standard defines the physical size and shape for the SFP transceiver modules, and the corresponding host port, so as to insure interoperability between different manufacturers' products. The standard also specifies that the module be hot-pluggable. To do so, the standard specifies that a user provide a minimum amount of space between host ports, so that transceiver modules can be individually accessed and removed from the host device without disturbing the adjacent modules and/or cable connections.
While such standards may recommend that there be a minimum distance between adjacent ports, there is often a desire to provide configurations having a higher port density. However, providing a high port density can be at odds with the ability to provide a module that complies with existing standards—i.e., that has a small form-factor and is hot-pluggable. In particular, previously existing module designs present a size and profile that mandates that a specific minimum amount of space be provided between host ports so that individual modules can be accessed and removed without disturbing an adjacent module and/or an adjacent fiber cable. Such modules either cannot be used in a device having a high port density (due to the space requirements), or, if used in such an environment, require the use of a special extraction tool to allow for access and retrieval of a module without disturbing adjacent modules and/or cables. Use of an extraction tool is often not desirable because it raises costs, the tool can be misplaced, and/or it may not be compatible with other module designs.
In addition, transceiver modules are sometimes used in connection with hooded cable connectors. Hooded cable connectors are equipped with a hood to protect a portion of a detachment clip of the hooded cable connector. The detachment clip engages the transceiver module and maintains the connection of the cable connector to the transceiver module. In order to disengage the detachment clip from the transceiver module and thereby disconnect the cable connector from the transceiver module, the detachment clip must be depressed. However, direct access to the detachment clip is prevented by the hood. The outside of the hood must be pressed down until the inside of the hood makes contact with the detachment clip in order to indirectly access the detachment clip. The hood can then be depressed further until the detachment clip is depressed far enough to disengage the transceiver module. It can sometimes be difficult to depress the hood the distance necessary to disengage the detachment clip from the transceiver module.
In general, embodiments of the invention are concerned with optical and electrical transceiver modules and, more specifically, to transceiver modules having an integrated connector detachment mechanism.
In one example embodiment, a transceiver module includes a housing, a connector receptacle at least partially disposed within the housing, and a transfer mechanism connected to the housing. In this example embodiment, the connector receptacle is configured to receive a cable connector having a hood which partially encloses a detachment clip of the cable connector. Also in this example embodiment, the transfer mechanism is disposed such that when the cable connector is received within the connector receptacle, at least a portion of the transfer mechanism extends between the hood and the detachment clip of the cable connector.
In another example embodiment, an electrical transceiver module includes a housing, an electrical connector receptacle at least partially disposed within the housing, and a bail connected to the housing. In this example embodiment, the electrical connector receptacle is configured to receive an electrical cable connector having a hood which partially encloses a detachment clip of the electrical cable connector. Also in this example embodiment, the bail is disposed such that when the electrical cable connector is received within the electrical connector receptacle, at least a portion of the bail extends between the hood and the detachment clip of the electrical cable connector.
These and other aspects of exemplary embodiments of the present invention will become more fully apparent from the following description and appended claims.
To further clarify the above and other aspects of example embodiments of the present invention, a more particular description of these examples will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof which are illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only example embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The example embodiments of the invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail through the use of the accompanying drawings in which:
Reference will now be made to the drawings to describe presently preferred embodiments of the invention. It is to be understood that the drawings are diagrammatic and schematic representations of the presently preferred embodiments, and are not limiting of the present invention, nor are they necessarily drawn to scale.
In general, the present invention relates to an electronic module, such as an optical transceiver module, that utilizes a unique integrated latch system to releasably secure the transceiver module within a host slot or port. Moreover, the latch system can be implemented within a transceiver module having a low profile. The module substantially complies with existing industry standards, such as those specified in the SFP Transceiver MSA. The latch system permits easy extraction and insertion of the module by a user, even when it is used in a host system having a high-density port configuration, i.e., when the modules are disposed in ports immediately adjacent to one another in one or both lateral dimensions. Further, extraction can be accomplished without the use of a specialized extraction tool, and can be done without disturbing adjacent modules and cables.
Also, while embodiments of the present invention are described in the context of optical transceiver modules used in the field of optical networking, it will be appreciated that the teachings of the present invention are applicable to other applications as well. For example, other types of pluggable electronic modules, both electronic and opto-electronic, could utilize embodiments of the latch system to facilitate insertion and extraction from a corresponding host port.
Reference is first made to
In the illustrated embodiment, a connector portion, designated generally at 106, is positioned at one end of the base portion 102. The connector portion 106 defines a receptacle configuration 113 that operatively receives a corresponding modular fiber connector configuration, such as is typically used to interface with an optical fiber cable. One example of such a fiber connector and cable configuration is shown at 150 in
As is further shown in
By way of example and not limitation, in an exemplary embodiment, the latch mechanism 101 includes user accessible means for selectively latching the module 100 within a host port, and for extracting the module from the port. By way of example and not limitation, user accessible means can be comprised of a bail, designated generally at 108. Preferably, the bail 108 has a main body portion 130 formed from a rigid metal wire. While the bail 108 could be configured in any one of a number of shapes, in a preferred embodiment the bail 108 is sized and shaped so as to be accessible with a user's finger, or any other common implement, such as a pen or the like. Also, the bail 108 is shaped so as to conform substantially with the shape of the module 100 when the bail is placed in a "latched" position, as is represented in
In a preferred embodiment, the bail 108 includes a cam 107 that facilitates the latching and unlatching of the module within the port.
Making continued reference to
In the illustrated embodiment, the bail 108 is operatively secured to the module 100 by way of an overlying pivot block, designated generally at 110.
In an exemplary embodiment, the housing 116 is also configured so as to provide a portion of the module's latching mechanism 101. For example, the top surface of the housing includes a locking recess 132, which is sized and shaped to expose the lock pin 111 of the pivot block 110 when the latch mechanism is in a latched position, as will be described below. Also, the housing 116 includes a means for biasing the latching mechanism to a latched position. By way of example, in one exemplary embodiment, the biasing means is a resilient metal portion of the housing that is formed as a leaf spring 118. When assembled (
Reference is next made to
In general, the relative position of the bail 108 governs the operational state of the latching mechanism 101. When placed in a latched position, the module 100 is securely retained within a host port 200. In an unlatched position, the module 100 can be removed from the host port 200. For example, in the latched position, the position of the bail 108 is rotated and placed in a downward direction, as is shown in
In a preferred embodiment, the shape and configuration of the bail 108 also allow the cable connector 150 to be received within the modular receptacle 113 when the bail 108 is placed in this latched position. As noted, in this position the bail 108 does not violate the small profile presented by the module 100. To this end, embodiments may include an over center lock, or nub 209, provided on a lower edge of the connector portion 106. When placed in the latched position, the clasp 109 snaps over the nub 209 and is retained in that position until disengaged by the user.
The bail 108 is rotated upwardly, as is indicated by the directional arrow in
The following description of alternative exemplary embodiments, shown generally in
Reference will next be made to
Moreover, as is best seen in
With continued reference to
A connector portion 306 is positioned at the front end of the base portion 302. The connector portion 306 partially defines a cavity, generally designated at 307, that forms a receptacle 313 that is sized and shaped to operably interface with an optical fiber cable connector. Again, the receptacle 313 could be implemented so as to accommodate any one of a number of different connector configurations, depending on the particular application involved. Examples include, but are not limited to, a Fiber Channel connector and an Infiniband connector. The connector portion 306 may be implemented as a separate piece that is attached to the base portion, or it may be formed integrally with the base portion 302.
In addition to defining the receptacle 313, the cavity 307 accommodates the bail 308 in a manner so that a substantial portion of the bail 308 is operatively disposed within the module. For example, in the exemplary embodiment, the cavity 307 includes side surfaces 309A and 309B. The distance between the side surfaces 309A, 309B define a width that is able to accommodate an optical fiber cable connector (or other cable connector, depending on the application involved) in the receptacle portion 313, and at the same time, accommodate the bail 308. Also, as is shown in
In the illustrated embodiment of
The mounting plate 314 includes mounting and pivot components for use in operatively interconnecting the pivot block 310, the bail 308 and the module 300. For example, the mounting plate 314 includes retention slots 327 and 328, as well as pivot points 322 and 323. As is best seen in
In the illustrated embodiment, the bail 308 is shaped so as to selectively operate substantially within the cavity 307. As previously mentioned, this minimizes the extent to which the bail 308 extends beyond the front of the module 300, thereby protecting the bail from damage or inadvertent contact with other adjacent modules or cables when it is rotated from its latched or unlatched position. In the illustrated embodiment, the bail 308 includes a main body portion 330 preferably formed of a rigid metal wire that includes a cam 407 disposed between shoulder portions 325 and 326, similar to the previous embodiment. The bail 308 also includes a lever grip portion 330A suitable for grasping by a user's finger (or similar implement) when the module 300 is removed from a host port 200. As is shown, while the majority of the bail remains disposed within the cavity 307, the grip portion 330A remains substantially external to the cavity so as to be accessible by a user.
The bail 308 further comprises connecting arms 334 and 336 that extend between the lever portion 330A and each of the shoulders 325 and 326. The connecting arms 334 and 336 enable the cam 307 to operate against the pivot block 310 and rotate it when the lever portion 330A is moved from either the latched or unlatched position. Specific to this embodiment, each connecting arm 334 and 336 is shaped to enable the above rotation while remaining substantially disposed within the cavity 307. As is seen in
Particular reference is now made to
The bail 308 is shown in
Note that the movement of the connecting arms 334, 336 and the lever portion 330A of the bail 308 when transferred from the latched position to the unlatched position sweep out an imaginary pie piece-shaped volume, which is partially depicted at phantom lines 410 in
Reference is now made to
The user accessible means is a pivot lever, designated generally at 710. Pivot lever 710 is an extension of the pivot block shown in previous embodiments. Extending the length of the pivot lever 710 beyond a front plane of the module 700 allows a user to unlatch the module 700 without the need for the external bail. A user can simply apply slight upward pressure to a leading edge 712 of the pivot lever 710, pivoting the pivot lever 710 about the pivot point 112, to release the locking pin 111.
Pivot point 112 can be placed at other locations. For example, the pivot point 112 can be farther forward or farther towards the rear of the module 700. Alternately, pivot point 112 can be eliminated entirely, and the pivot lever 710 can be a cantilevered portion of the module housing. Such a cantilevered pivot lever 710 would also bias the module 700 in a locked position. As with the embodiment described above, a user need only apply slight downward pressure to the leading edge 712 of the pivot lever 710 to unlatch the module 700, thus making it easy to remove.
Pivot lever 710 is similar in size, external dimensions, and structure to pivot blocks 110 and 310. However, since no bail is needed to actuate pivot lever 710, the underlying structure of
In one exemplary embodiment, the pivot lever 710 is extended to approximately 0.07 of an inch longer than corresponding pivot blocks 110 and 310. This amount of extension allows the pivot lever 710 to be easily manipulated by, for example, the finger of a user or other implement, while avoiding the possibility of inadvertent release. One advantage of this embodiment is that it prevents inadvertent release of the module 700 when a fiber optic cable is inserted into the module 700, since a user would be unable to insert a finger under the pivot lever 710 to lift it up when a fiber optic cable is present. Additionally, this amount of an extension allows the module 700 to be easily removed from a port. A user need only release the locking mechanism, grasp the lever, and gently slide the module 700 out of the port. One skilled in the art will realize that smaller or larger extensions are possible. Such smaller and larger extensions are contemplated as being within the scope of the present invention.
According to one embodiment of the module of
Since the bail is not present, it cannot inadvertently contact other objects, such as adjacent modules, cables, etc. Additionally, this embodiment still allows for a module 700 having a low profile form factor. Further, the overall outer profile and periphery of the module 700 is substantially contiguous and devoid of discontinuous surfaces. Again, this increases the ease by which the module can be inserted and retracted from a port. Significantly, the module 700 provides these features and advantages while still substantially conforming to the SFP Transceiver MSA guidelines. Alternatively, the configuration can be used with other module standards as well, to include electronic modules instead of optoelectronic modules.
Reference is now made to
In this example embodiment, the transceiver module 900 is an electrical transceiver module which can be inserted into an optical slot of a host device. The transceiver module 900 enables an optical Ethernet port (1000 Base-X) to be converted into a copper Ethernet port (1000 Base-T). Similar to other example transceiver modules disclosed herein, the transceiver module 900 substantially conforms to the SFP Transceiver MSA guidelines. The scope of the invention is not limited to electrical SFP transceiver modules, but extends to optical or electrical transceiver modules having a form factor other than the form factor specified in the SFP Transceiver MSA.
The transceiver module 900 also includes a latching mechanism, at least one embodiment of which is substantially identical in both form and function to the latching mechanism 301 of
In general, the bail 902 interacts with the other components of the latching mechanism of the transceiver module 900 in a similar manner as the bail 308 interacts with the other components of the latching mechanism 301 disclosed in
In one example embodiment, the connector receptacle 906 of
With continued attention to
With particular reference now to
A more particular disclosure of the operation the integrated connector detachment mechanism of the transceiver module 900 will now be given. In order for the hooded cable connector 950 to be disconnected from the transceiver module 900, a sufficient force F must be applied to the hood 962 to disengage the shoulders 958 of the detachment clip 956 from the prongs 916 of the connector receptacle 906. For example, by pressing down with a thumb or finger on the hood 962, this force F can be applied to the hood 962. In at least some embodiments, the hood 962 is made of a semi-flexible material, such as rubber or plastic. The hood 962 is at least semi-resilient and therefore requires some effort in order to deform the hood 962 sufficiently so as to disengage the shoulders 958 of the detachment clip 956 from the prongs 916 of the connector receptacle 906.
In operation, application of the force F against the hood 962 is sufficient to temporarily deform the hood 962 such that the hood 962 is flexed downward until the hood 962 makes contact with the grip portion 904 of the bail 902. The force F is then transferred from the bail 902 to the detachment clip 956. The downward force F applied to the detachment clip 956 by way of the grip portion 904 of the bail 902 causes the detachment clip 956 to rotate downward about the pivot point 964. The bail 902 thus acts as a transfer mechanism for the force F being applied to the hood 962. If the force F is sufficient, the detachment clip 956 is rotated about the pivot point 964 to a position 966 where the shoulders 958 of the detachment clip 956 no longer engage the prongs 916 of the connector receptacle 906, at which point the hooded cable connector 950 can be disconnected from the transceiver module 900.
The size and positioning of the bail 902 enables the hooded cable connector 950 to be disconnected from the transceiver module 900 with less effort than where the bail 902 is absent. Specifically, the downward distance that the hood 962 must be depressed in order to disengage the shoulders 958 of the detachment clip 956 from the prongs 916 of the connector receptacle 906 is decreased by the diameter ("D") of the grip portion 904 of the bail 902. The decreased distance that the hood must be depressed requires less effort than it would take to depress the hood 962 the total distance ("TD") that would be required absent the presence of the bail 902. The decreased downward distance that the hood 962 must be depressed due to the presence of the bail 902 can also result in quicker disengagement of the cable connector 950 from the transceiver module.
The function of the bail 902 can be accomplished by a pivot lever similar to pivot lever 712 of
To summarize, embodiments of the present invention provide a number of advantages over existing pluggable electronic module designs. The disclosed electronic module utilizes a unique latching mechanism that allows the module to be easily extracted from a host port—even in environments having a high port density. In particular, the latching mechanism allows a module to be retrieved from a port without the need for specialized extraction tools, and in a manner that does not disturb adjacent modules and/or adjacent fiber cables. Moreover, when a cable connector is operatively received within the port's receptacle, the latching mechanism insures that the module is latched within the port, and is not extracted by inadvertently pulling on the plug or cable. Furthermore, the latching mechanism assists in the disconnection of a hooded cable connector from the module. Finally, the latching mechanism is implemented in a manner so as to preserve the overall low profile presented by the module, as is required by existing industry standards.
The present invention may be embodied in other specific forms without departing from its spirit or essential characteristics. The described embodiments are to be considered in all respects only as illustrative and not restrictive. The scope of the invention is, therefore, indicated by the appended claims rather than by the foregoing description. All changes which come within the meaning and range of equivalency of the claims are to be embraced within their scope.
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|International Classification
|Cooperative Classification
|European Classification
|Nov 30, 2006
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I am after a web filter that will work away from the network, We are currently using Safesquid (Looking for a new one too) for the local network, but we have staff members who take home laptops to use, as soon as they leave the network, there not protected...
I am happy to use some think that installs onto the laptop.
I was hoping for a free solution if possible.
Jun 3, 2011 at 10:52 UTC
Lightspeed systems use an agent to connect to the TTC server on our site which applies policies remotely but you need the TTC server for it to work.
We did use a product called WebDefender by a company called INTY which worked until we had timed policies when it broke.
We switched to lightspeed cos we couldn't wait for the fix but I believe it is orted now.
good luck.
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May 22, 2011 at 6:49 UTC
Although predominantly aimed at the home market, and kids safety in particular, you could always look at installing NetNanny on the laptops.
May 22, 2011 at 6:54 UTC
Thanks for that. Would there be any others available, So i have a few to choose from..
May 22, 2011 at 7:01 UTC
You could use OpenDNS as another option. But that would require some tinkering on the workstation side
May 22, 2011 at 7:59 UTC
I wouldn't use NetNanny as I've had so many issues with it. Try K9's Web blocking software that you install on to the computer.
It's free and does a great job
May 22, 2011 at 8:30 UTC
IT Journey, LLC is an IT service provider.
www.websense.com is a good option. Some antivirus solutions like TrendMicro Worry Free have the ability to setup basic web policies that is enforced by the AV client.
May 22, 2011 at 8:31 UTC
Thanks for that. I'm Am interested in the K9 Web Protection.
Any others?
May 22, 2011 at 10:57 UTC
I have used K9 on a single occation, and it was kinda tough to manage.. unless they have come out with a centralized management. However is was very effective, and took care of itself once it was setup. I would look at open DNS as an option. It should work on the network or away both.
May 22, 2011 at 11:07 UTC
Thomas - K9 have made it for home users first and not corp users, it's great for one or two mobile computer users that need certain web sites blocked. If you need central management console , then you are going to have to invest in one that has been designed for corp needds but for a free programme, K9 does a great job, you just install and forget (don't forget the password though)
May 23, 2011 at 4:26 UTC
Craig: Is websence very costy?
May 23, 2011 at 4:28 UTC
K9 is ok, but is not working for what I want.
I want it so you can setup time based policys.
Staff cannot access Facebook & other non work related site, But after work they can.
What would you recomend?
May 23, 2011 at 8:21 UTC
I've been looking into this myself, but I don't know of any good free options. We use NetSpective, and they have a remote filtering option, but it would require having an appliance in the DMZ and installing a utility on every device, which I wouldn't mind, but I won't be able to convince my boss to buy another appliance.
Blue Coat has a cloud based filtering option that sounded promising, but I think you have to license it per device or per user.
May 23, 2011 at 8:27 UTC
As others have said you need to buy a product that was made for corporate usage or use something like K9, something like OpenDNS can go a long way as well, but other options include only allowing net usage when on VPN and forcing all traffic over the VPN thereby requiring use of your proxy, additionally open your proxy to the Internet and have IE connect to site through that.
Ultimately though most of these solutions will do little good if your users are admins as that can bypass a lot of it.
May 23, 2011 at 8:35 UTC
Brand Representative for InterGuard
InterGuard Web Filtering offers what you're looking - installation directly onto the laptop. You can then manage settings, policies, reporting all online in a secure account. Everything is stored on our servers, eliminating the need for that potential infrastructure.
It's not free, but we are providing an additional 10% off for Spiceworks community members.
You can send me a DM if you have any questions. Good luck in your search!
May 23, 2011 at 9:04 UTC
Check out the Symantec.cloud Web URL filtering product.
Symantec MessageLabs Web Security.cloud offers a Web content filtering service to help you control Internet use in your organization. Our URL filtering service helps protect businesses from the ramifications of inappropriate Web use and assists in blocking access to websites by URL, time of day, or file type.
May 23, 2011 at 9:08 UTC
Again not free you could also check out Webroot's corporate Web Security Service. This operates as a proxy out on the net with a small software component to allow integrated Windows authentication.
Offers all the usual settings, policies, reports, coached access etc.
May 23, 2011 at 6:40 UTC
I'm Interested in the Inter guard, looks good.
So you can setup time based policy's with it?
example, choose categories to be blocked on a time base?
May 24, 2011 at 9:42 UTC
In the K-12 world LightSpeed is a big player and they have a very nice remote client.
By no means free, but if looking to migrate your filtering solution, you may want to check them out also..
May 26, 2011 at 2:10 UTC
I just had a talk with http://www.scansafe.com/. They look like they can do what you need and a ton more. I have yet to see a demo but I am extremely interested in this product due to 750 of my users are laptop users that take their laptops home each day. I am also interested in interguard as well and have a message for them to contact me.
May 26, 2011 at 8:06 UTC
Thanks again, Just looking at it now.
Is there any other good ones?
May 27, 2011 at 4:26 UTC
Take a look at Barracuda Web Security Flex, it's not free and it's not low cost but it is the one of the best on the market..
I have been using the Barracuda Web filter 210 product for a year and it blocks all the nasty stuff. I tried setting up laptop users via a proxy setting to the web filter. But you have to set it up as an open proxy. After six months it was posted on thousands of web sites and the traffic went through the roof, so I had to turn it off. The flex product gets around this very nicely. But price is POA so not sure how much it costs.
The Barracuda Web filter 210 was about 1300 UK pounds. We use it for 200 and so not bad. There is no connection or user charge just a fixed one off payment.
May 27, 2011 at 4:41 UTC
Ok thanks again.
Would there be any others that are like Content Keeper Express?
As thats only $30.00 a year per user.
I am after some think liek that.
May 27, 2011 at 10:41 UTC
Barracuda Web Security Flex for 1000 users is list of $43k. Do they think they will actually sell that product?
Jun 3, 2011 at 10:52 UTC
Lightspeed systems use an agent to connect to the TTC server on our site which applies policies remotely but you need the TTC server for it to work.
We did use a product called WebDefender by a company called INTY which worked until we had timed policies when it broke.
We switched to lightspeed cos we couldn't wait for the fix but I believe it is orted now.
good luck.
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