System Configuration and Assembly includes configuring each board for its designated slot by setting switches and required jumpers. Each board is inserted in its designated slot in a chassis assembly as defined by customer specification drawings. Chassis are assembled, backplanes are installed, and power supplies are mounted and wired. All chassis assemblies are mounted in temporary equipment cabinets. The chassis are interconnected with hardware ordered pursuant to customer specification drawings.
Any software ordered with the system is loaded and a configuration readiness test is executed.
VMIC prepares the system and then conducts a readiness test which may be witnessed by the customer on a noninterference basis. Quality Assurance certifies the assembly and configuration, and the system is packaged and shipped as configured. The PM assumes the responsibility of timely delivery, scheduling, and managing any special requirements as well as acting as the single point of contact for the customer. Based upon contract terms and conditions, the PM schedules meetings with the customer and key VMIC staff to ensure satisfactory completion of the contract and timely delivery.