Optic module cage assembly utilizing a stationary heatsink

An optic module cage assembly configured to selectively receive and retain a plurality of optic modules, comprising:

• an optic module cage body configured to selectively receive and retain the plurality of optic modules;
• a stationary heatsink fixedly attached to a side of the optic module cage body;
• one or more spring members disposed opposite the stationary heatsink and configured to bias the optic modules towards the stationary heatsink when the optic modules are selectively inserted into the optic module cage body;
• and
• a plurality of floating connectors disposed partially within the optic module cage body and configured to make electrical connections with the optic modules when the optic modules are selectively inserted into the optic module cage body, wherein the floating connectors are each configured to move in a constrained manner with respect to the optic module cage body.

An optic module cage assembly configured to selectively receive and retain an optic module, comprising:

• an optic module cage body coupled to a faceplate of an optic shelf or rack and configured to selectively receive and retain the optic module;
• a stationary heatsink fixedly attached to a side of the optic module cage body;
• one or more spring members disposed opposite the stationary heatsink and configured to bias the optic module towards the stationary heatsink when the optic module is selectively inserted into the optic module cage body;
• and
• a floating connector coupled to a printed circuit board, disposed partially within the optic module cage body, and configured to make an electrical connection with the optic module when the optic module is selectively inserted into the optic module cage body, wherein the floating connector is configured to move in a constrained manner with respect to the optic module cage body;
• wherein the optic module cage body is not fixedly secured to the printed circuit board.