Packaging architecture for a multiple array transceiver using a winged flexible cable for optimal wiring

A packaging architecture system for a transceiver comprising:

• first means for supporting an optical converter;
• second means for supporting an I/O block, the second supporting means oriented about 90 degrees from the first supporting means;
• the second supporting means having a first side and a second side;
• and
• means for electrically connecting the optical converter and the I/O block, the electrical connecting means having an electrical portion and at least two tabs, the electrical portion attached to the first side of the second supporting means and the tabs attached to the second side of the second supporting means.

A packaging architecture system for a transceiver comprising:

• a heat sink, the heat sink having a first surface and a second surface, the first surface being oriented about 90 degrees from the second surface;
• a forward vertical carrier having an optical converter, the forward vertical carrier being attached to the first surface of the heat sink;
• a heat spreader, the heat spreader having a first side and a second side, the second side of the heat spreader being attached to the second surface of the heat sink;
• a rearward horizontal I/O block, the rearward horizontal I/O block being attached to the first side of the heat spreader;
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• a flexible cable operably connected between the forward vertical carrier and the heat spreader, the flexible cable having an electrical portion and at least two tabs, the electrical portion attached to the first side of the heat spreader and the tabs attached to the second side of the heat spreader.