{"product_id":"rgb-spectrum-625-0550-05-spare-cpu-processor-card-linx-4ru-and-7ru-chassis","title":"RGB Spectrum 625 0550-05 – Spare CPU Card, Linx 4RU\/7RU","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RGB Spectrum 625 0550-05 is a spare CPU processor card for Linx 4RU and 7RU chassis. It is held as sustainment stock so a control room or command center running a Linx signal distribution chassis can restore the processor card in place instead of waiting on a factory lead time. The part is specific to the 4RU and 7RU chassis sizes, which matters because the 2RU chassis takes a different card. Integrators specify it alongside the other Linx consumables when writing an availability commitment into a service agreement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CPU processor card is the control element of a Linx chassis, so its failure takes the whole frame out of service even when the signal cards are healthy. That single point makes it the first card worth holding on site for any Linx installation that a control room depends on. The 625 0550-05 is the card for the 4RU and 7RU chassis; the equivalent for the smaller frame is the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-625-0550-06-spare-cpu-processor-card-linx-2ru-chassis\"\u003e625 0550-06 spare CPU processor card for Linx 2RU chassis\u003c\/a\u003e, and ordering the wrong one is the most common procurement error on this part. Other Linx sustainment items available separately are the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-860-9522-replacement-power-supply-mw-4500-4200-sv-5000-linx-7u-chassis\"\u003e860 9522 replacement power supply for the Linx 7U chassis\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-920-10096-replacement-filter-linx-1600-1700-1800\"\u003e920 10096 replacement filter for Linx 1600, 1700 and 1800\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-520-9512-replacement-power-cord-mw-4500-4200-sv-5000-omniwall-linx\"\u003e520 9512 replacement power cord\u003c\/a\u003e, which together cover the electrical and mechanical consumables of the chassis. A complete spares holding for a critical rack usually pairs the processor card with one power supply and a filter set so a single visit can restore the frame. RGB Spectrum publishes no spare-parts catalogue and no specifications, dimensions or revision information for this part number, so the card revision must be matched to your installed chassis before ordering. Creation Networks confirms the applicable revision and compatibility with RGB Spectrum as part of procurement support, and can quote the card together with the other Linx consumables on one order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpare CPU processor card\u003c\/strong\u003e — Holding the control card on site means a processor failure does not leave a Linx chassis out of service for a lead time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecified for Linx 4RU and 7RU chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e — The part number is identified for the 4RU and 7RU frames, so the correct card is ordered for the installed chassis size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestores a whole frame\u003c\/strong\u003e — Because the CPU card controls the chassis, replacing it recovers all the signal cards in the frame at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinct from the 2RU card\u003c\/strong\u003e — The separate 625 0550-06 part number for 2RU chassis avoids the most common ordering mistake on this item.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits a sustainment plan\u003c\/strong\u003e — The card is ordered alongside Linx power supplies, filters and cords to build a complete on-site spares holding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility confirmed before order\u003c\/strong\u003e — RGB Spectrum publishes no datasheet for this part, so Creation Networks confirms the revision against your chassis first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl room\u003c\/strong\u003e — On-site stock of the chassis control card keeps a Linx signal distribution frame recoverable within a shift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommand center\u003c\/strong\u003e — A spare processor card supports the availability commitments written into command centre service agreements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperations center\u003c\/strong\u003e — Continuous monitoring operations are protected against the single card whose failure stops the whole frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency operations center\u003c\/strong\u003e — Spares are held in advance so a facility that must work on activation is not exposed to procurement lead times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGovernment space\u003c\/strong\u003e — Agency sustainment plans requiring on-site spares for critical distribution equipment are satisfied by this part number.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroadcast studio\u003c\/strong\u003e — Signal distribution availability is maintained by swapping the control card between shifts rather than during a production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRGB Spectrum publishes no spare-parts catalogue or specifications for this part number. The list below is limited to what RGB Spectrum states for it in the price list.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart number\u003c\/strong\u003e — 625 0550-05\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type\u003c\/strong\u003e — Spare CPU processor card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits\u003c\/strong\u003e — Linx 4RU and 7RU chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1 card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;\"\u003eRGB Spectrum does not publish a datasheet for this part number. Contact Creation Networks for confirmed specifications before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;\"\u003ePart number, configuration and included items as published by RGB Spectrum in its price list.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich chassis does the 625 0550-05 fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe RGB Spectrum price list identifies it as a spare CPU processor card for Linx 4RU and 7RU chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do we order for a 2RU Linx chassis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-625-0550-06-spare-cpu-processor-card-linx-2ru-chassis\"\u003e625 0550-06\u003c\/a\u003e is the price-list part number for the Linx 2RU chassis. The two cards are not interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this card match our installed chassis revision?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRGB Spectrum publishes no revision information for this part number. Creation Networks confirms the applicable revision with RGB Spectrum against your chassis serial before the order is placed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan our own technicians fit the card?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo service procedure is published for this part. Confirm the replacement procedure and any warranty implications with Creation Networks before your team performs the swap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes replacing the CPU card affect our configuration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRGB Spectrum publishes no configuration or migration guidance against this part number. Back up the chassis configuration before any service work and confirm the restore process in advance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat else should we hold as Linx spares?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommonly specified items are the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-860-9522-replacement-power-supply-mw-4500-4200-sv-5000-linx-7u-chassis\"\u003e860 9522 replacement power supply\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-920-10096-replacement-filter-linx-1600-1700-1800\"\u003e920 10096 replacement filter\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-520-9512-replacement-power-cord-mw-4500-4200-sv-5000-omniwall-linx\"\u003e520 9512 replacement power cord\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty and support apply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe RGB Spectrum manufacturer warranty applies to this part number, and Creation Networks supports specification and procurement, including written confirmation of the current warranty terms before you place the order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RGB Spectrum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48299441520876,"sku":"625 0550-05","price":2110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/RGB_2022_LOGO_STANDARD_FIN_845546ae-4dcc-4d7f-9a37-747f950c7ef5.webp?v=1788378785","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-625-0550-05-spare-cpu-processor-card-linx-4ru-and-7ru-chassis","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}