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HARDWARE CONFIGURATION [22 records]

Record 1 2022-01-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Informatics
  • Management Operations
CONT

A full release includes all the elements of a hardware or software CI [configuration item], even those that have not changed. In full releases, the effect of the changes is more carefully tested and less likely to cause incidents during implementation.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Informatique
  • Opérations de la gestion
CONT

La mise en production complète constitue [un déploiement utilisé] lors d'un changement [à un service informatique]. Ce type de déploiement consiste à changer la totalité des composants d'un ou plusieurs éléments de configuration, y compris les composants qui ne sont pas concernés par la modification.

Spanish

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Record 2 2022-01-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Informatics
  • Management Operations
CONT

A delta release only includes the elements of a hardware or software CI [configuration item] that have changed. The changes are added to the existing version of the CI. In delta releases, it [is] not always possible to test how changes will affect the rest of the live environment.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Informatique
  • Opérations de la gestion
CONT

La mise en production différentielle constitue [un déploiement utilisé] lors d'un changement [à un service informatique]. Ce type de déploiement consiste à effectuer un changement sur une partie spécifique d'un ou plusieurs éléments de configuration.

Spanish

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Record 3 2022-01-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Informatics
  • Management Operations
CONT

A package release rolls the changes to different CIs [configuration items] into a single release. This release may include changes to hardware and software CIs and can contain delta and full releases. Package releases minimize disruptions in the IT environment.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Informatique
  • Opérations de la gestion
CONT

La mise en production par paquets constitue [un déploiement utilisé] lors d'un changement [à un service informatique]. Ce type de déploiement consiste à effectuer en une seule fois un ensemble de changements sur un ou plusieurs éléments de configuration.

Spanish

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Record 4 2021-01-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Testing and Debugging
  • Computer Programs and Programming
  • Simulation (Cybernetic Systems)
CONT

A test environment is a server that allows you to run the test cases you have defined... It also involves hardware and network configuration.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Test et débogage
  • Programmes et programmation (Informatique)
  • Simulation (Systèmes cybernétiques)

Spanish

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Record 5 2018-10-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Testing and Debugging
  • Systems Analysis (Information Processing)
DEF

A test that uses a representative set of programs and data designed to evaluate the performance of computer hardware and software in a given configuration.

OBS

benchmark test; benchmark: terms and definition standardized by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and reproduced with its permission.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Test et débogage
  • Analyse des systèmes informatiques
DEF

Essai faisant appel à un ensemble représentatif de programmes et de données conçu pour évaluer les performances du matériel et du logiciel d'un ordinateur dans une configuration donnée.

OBS

mise au banc d'essai; test de performances : termes et définition normalisés par l'Association canadienne de normalisation (CSA) et reproduits avec son autorisation.

Key term(s)
  • test de performance
  • test d'évaluation de performance

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Prueba y depuración
  • Análisis de los sistemas de informática
DEF

Prueba que utiliza un conjunto representativo de programas y datos, para evaluar el funcionamiento del equipo de computación y la programática en una configuración dada.

Key term(s)
  • prueba de referencia
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Record 6 2018-08-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)
  • Software
OBS

A software system is a system on intercommunicating components based on software, forming part of a computer system(a combination of hardware and software). It "consists of a number of separate programs, configuration files, which are used to set up these programs, system documentation, which describes the structure of the system, and user documentation, which explains how to use the system".

Key term(s)
  • software system designer

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
  • Logiciels

Spanish

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Record 7 2014-05-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Life Cycle (Informatics)
DEF

The least abstract representation of an information system.

OBS

It consists of source code, hardware and software products, physical network diagrams, configuration documentation such as build books, and so on. Collectively, these elements allow for the construction of the information system without having to make any further design or implementation decisions.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Cycle de vie (Informatique)
DEF

Représentation la moins abstraite d'un système d'information.

OBS

Elle inclut le code source, le matériel et les produits logiciels, les diagrammes de réseau physique, la documentation de configuration tels les manuels de construction, etc. Collectivement, ces éléments permettent de construire le système d'information sans qu'il soit nécessaire de prendre toute autre décision relativement à la conception ou à la mise en œuvre.

Spanish

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Record 8 2014-04-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Informatics
DEF

A collection of hardware or software elements treated as a unit for the purpose of configuration management.

OBS

configuration item: term and definition standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Informatique
DEF

Ensemble d'éléments matériels ou logiciels considérés comme une unité aux fins de la gestion de la configuration.

Spanish

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Record 9 2013-01-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Management Operations
  • Shipbuilding
  • Naval Equipment Maintenance
DEF

An aggregation of hardware, software or any of its discrete portions which satisfies an end use function and is designated for configuration management.

CONT

Generally, a CI is the lowest sub-assembly of a given system that can be subjected to configuration management.

OBS

Configuration refers to the relative organization of elements that are part of a system or pieces of equipment.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Opérations de la gestion
  • Constructions navales
  • Maintenance du matériel naval
DEF

Regroupement de matériel, de logiciels ou de toute portion distincte qui satisfait à une fonction d’utilisation finale et qui est désignée pour la gestion de la configuration.

OBS

Le terme «configuration» désigne l’organisation relative d’éléments formant un système ou de pièce d’équipement.

Spanish

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Record 10 2012-08-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Computers and Calculators
CONT

An all-in-one computer is a computer that does not have a separate CPU [Central Processing Unit] or tower that connects to a keyboard or monitor(a standard 3-piece configuration). Instead, the computer components are housed in a monitor or keyboard, which eliminates a space-consuming third piece of hardware.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Ordinateurs et calculateurs
CONT

L'intérêt des PC tout-en-un est de loger dans un minimum d'espace un maximum de fonctions.

Spanish

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Record 11 2011-08-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Space Exploration Equipment and Tools
  • Research Experiments in Space
CONT

CHAMPS is a modular microgravity research furnace developed for the National Research Council' s Space Division. It was flown in a Get-Away-Special(GAS) container aboard the space shuttle STS-67 in June 1993 to investigate GaAs [gallium arsenide] crystal growth by liquid phase electroepitaxy(LPEE). Combining the advantages of both dedicated and generic experimental facilities, CHAMPS allows investigators to specify their own experimental configuration while at the same time providing them with generic peripherals. Configurable hardware included thermal and gradient furnace, levitator, etc., while generic peripherals included control and data acquisition, thermal insulation, and ground support equipment.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Équipement et outillage d'exploration spatiale
  • Travaux de recherche dans l'espace

Spanish

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Record 12 2005-10-04

English

Subject field(s)
  • Grinding (Machine-Tooling)
DEF

A thin wheel product designed for stock removal of all types of metal and masonry. Mounts to an angle grinder.

CONT

depressed center. Grinding wheels with a depressed center, which helps keep the mounting hardware out of the grinding process. ANSI type 27, 28 and 29 wheels fall under this category. ANSI type 27 wheels have a flat configuration with a depressed center. ANSI type 29 wheels fold back away from the workpiece and wheel center while ANSI type 28 wheels project out in front of the wheel center toward the workpiece. Depressed center wheels are applied is rough offhand grinding or snagging of castings, weld beads, flash or parting lines or defects in metal parts.

CONT

Depressed Centre Discs. Type 27 or Type 28 grinding wheels, with the area near the arbor hole offset to accommodate the mounting nut and flange. Used for light to medium portable grinding/notching jobs.

Key term(s)
  • depressed center disc
  • depressed center disk
  • depressed centre wheel
  • depressed centre disk
  • depressed centre grinding wheel
  • depressed centre grinding disc
  • depressed centre grinding disk
  • depressed center grinding disc
  • depressed center grinding disk

French

Domaine(s)
  • Meulage (Usinage)
CONT

Meules à moyeu déporté. Rendement et fiabilité. Tronçonnage de tôles, ébarbage de cordons de soudure. S'utilisent sur des meuleuses électriques et pneumatiques.

CONT

La présente partie de l'ISO 603 spécifie les dimensions nominales, en millimètres, des meules de : [...] Type 27 : Meule à moyeu déporté. Type 28 : Meule soucoupe à moyeu déporté. Ces produits abrasifs agglomérés sont utilisés pour l'ébarbage et l'ébavurage de surfaces quelconques d'une pièce avec des machines à meuler portatives à renvoi d'angle.

Spanish

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Record 13 2003-12-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Orbital Stations
CONT

In designing ISS [International Space Station] to accommodate sub-rack payloads it became apparent that several advantages would be obtained if investigators building MLE-based [equipment [Mid-Deck Locker Equivalent-based] were provided with host racks with a standardized set of interfaces. Based on this the EXPRESS rack concept was born. EXPRESS stands for Expedite the PRocessing of Experiments to the Space Station. The purpose of the EXPRESS rack is to allow quick... and simple integration of payloads into the ISS. The EXPRESS Rack contains standard interfaces within an ISPR [International Standard Payload Rack] configuration to allow payloads quick and standard access to ISS resources. The EXPRESS Rack offers structural support hardware, power conversion and distribution equipment, data and video equipment, nitrogen and vacuum exhaust distribution hardware, and thermal support equipment.

CONT

... the EXPRESS Rack system includes the racks, the EXPRESS Transportation Racks (ETR), middeck lockers and International Subrack Interface Standard (ISIS) drawers ...

OBS

EXPRESS rack: term officially approved by the International Space Station official approval Group (ISSOAG).

PHR

EXPRESS rack connector panel, hardware, laptop, payload.

PHR

Inactive EXPRESS rack.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Stations orbitales
CONT

Concept d'aménagement initial retenu pour le COF [Columbus Orbital Facility] 1, 2 et 3 : bâtis configurés pour les programmes de recherches de l'ESA et des agences nationales[;] 4 : bâti EXPRESS pour des expériences individuelles[;] 5 : bâti de stockage.

OBS

bâti EXPRESS : terme uniformisé par le Groupe de travail de la terminologie de la Station spatiale internationale (GTTSSI).

Spanish

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Record 14 2002-08-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Internet and Telematics
  • Telecommunications
CONT

KPNQwests Managed Firewall Service is a total firewall solution that begins with onsite configuration followed by implementation of hardware and software with guaranteed service levels. It works in combination with KPNQwest's IP VPN or Dedicated Connect services to provide entirely secure networking and connectivity across 19 countries in Europe and the USA.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Internet et télématique
  • Télécommunications

Spanish

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Record 15 2002-03-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Orbital Stations
CONT

The HTV [H-II Transfer Vehicle] can be configured to carry both pressurized and unpressurized payloads in a mixed configuration or to carry only pressurized cargo. It performs rendezvous and approaches the forward end of the Station where it is grappled by a robotic arm and berthed.... Unpressurized payloads reside outside the ISS [International Space Station] as attached payloads, and if necessary, they may have to provide some of their own environmental controls internal to their hardware.

OBS

unpressurized payload: term officially approved by the International Space Station official approval Group (ISSOAG).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Stations orbitales
OBS

Les charges utiles véhiculées par l'ATV [Automatic Transfer Vehicle] se répartissent en deux catégories : celles qui peuvent être exposées au vide spatial et celles qui nécessitent d'être transportées sous atmosphère contrôlée. Dans le premier cas, sa capacité est de 9 tonnes de fret, tandis que dans le second son emport est réduit à 6,7 tonnes. Les charges utiles ne nécessitant pas d'être acheminées pressurisées (ULC - Unpressurized Logistics Carrier), dans un module fermé, seront montées sur une structure ouverte de type "étagère", comme ce sera le cas pour l'acheminement des réservoirs d'ergols, de gaz ou d'eau. Il est aussi possible de combiner les deux types de charges, pressurisées et non pressurisées, sur un seul ATV.

OBS

charge utile non pressurisée : terme uniformisé par le Groupe de travail de la terminologie de la Station spatiale internationale (GTTSSI).

Spanish

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Record 16 2001-07-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Orbital Stations
CONT

In designing the ISS [International Space Station] to accommodate sub-rack payloads it became apparent that several advantages would be obtained if investigators building MLE-based equipment [Middeck Locker Equivalent equipment] provided with host racks with a standardized set of interfaces. Based on this the EXPRESS rack concept was born. EXPRESS stands for Expedite the PRocessing of Experiments to the Space Station. The purpose of the EXPRESS rack is to allow quick(i. e., less than one year) and simple integration of payloads into the ISS. The EXPRESS Rack contains standard interfaces within an ISPR [International Standard Payload Rack] configuration to allow payloads quick and standard access to ISS resources. The EXPRESS Rack offers structural support hardware, power conversion and distribution equipment, data and video equipment, nitrogen and vacuum exhaust distribution hardware, and thermal support equipment.

OBS

standard interface: term officially approved by the International Space Station official approval Group (ISSOAG).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Stations orbitales
OBS

interface standard : terme uniformisé par le Groupe de travail de la terminologie de la Station spatiale internationale (GTTSSI).

Spanish

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Record 17 1999-05-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Computer Hardware
DEF

All hardware components that are physically attached to the server or are included as part of the servers configuration.

CONT

Hard disk, memory, backup tape, LAN printers.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériel informatique
DEF

Toutes les composantes matérielles qui sont physiquement reliées au serveur ou qui sont incluses dans sa configuration.

CONT

Disque dur, mémoire, unité de bande de sauvegarde, imprimantes RL.

Spanish

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Record 18 1995-11-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Engineering Tests and Reliability
DEF

Hardware failure which, in a single channel configuration, puts the safety-related system in a dangerous or fail-to-function state.

OBS

In systems with redundant channels, a dangerous hardware failure may not result in a dangerous or fail-to-function failure of the safety-related system.

OBS

Draft International Standard 1508, IEC-TC 65, Functional Safety, 1995.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Fiabilité, contrôle et essais (Ingénierie)
OBS

Projet de norme internationale 1508, CEI-TC65, Sûreté fonctionnelle, 1995.

Spanish

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Record 19 1995-11-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Engineering Tests and Reliability
DEF

A hardware failure which, in a single channel configuration, causes the safety-related system to erroneously shutdown the EUC.

OBS

In systems with redundant channels, a safe hardware failure may not result in an erroneous shutdown.

OBS

Draft International Standard 1508, IEC-TC 65, Functional Safety, 1995.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Fiabilité, contrôle et essais (Ingénierie)
OBS

Projet de norme internationale 1508, CEI-TC65, Sûreté fonctionnelle, 1995.

Spanish

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Record 20 1993-03-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • IT Security
CONT

Institutions are required to :(a) maintain a current configuration chart of existing hardware devices; and(b) authorize, document, and control all changes to the existing hardware.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sécurité des TI
CONT

Les institutions sont tenues : a) de garder un tableau à jour de la configuration des périphériques; b) d'autoriser, de justifier et de vérifier toute modification apportée au matériel existant.

Spanish

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Record 21 1982-11-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)
  • Informatics
DEF

[The person who] directs the design, programming and maintenance of specialized computer software used in support of applications and control systems. Directs the analysis of vendor-supplied software and determines of optimum configuration for interfaces between hardware and applications systems. Controls modifications or enhancements of software to ensure minimum impact on current production and systems under development. Establishes and enforces standards relating to the use of software. HANDA p. 104

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
  • Informatique

Spanish

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Record 22 1982-11-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)
  • Informatics
DEF

[The person who] establishes and administers a program of monitoring, measuring, and evaluating hardware and software performance. Plans short-and long-range changes in configuration to improve present and future utilization; studies, test and recommends the selection of new equipment and software. HANDA p. 118

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
  • Informatique

Spanish

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