4.8 Integration of systems
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4.8 Integration of systems

  4.8.1 Operation with an integrated system should be at least as effective as it would be with individual, stand-alone equipment. Where multifunction displays and controls are used they should be duplicated and interchangeable.

  4.8.2 Failure of one part (individual module, equipment or subsystem) of the integrated system should not affect the functionality of other parts, except for those functions directly dependent upon information from the defective part.

  4.8.3 A complete failure in connectivity between parts should not affect their independent functionality.

  4.8.4 An alternative means of operation, independent of the integration, should be available for all essential functions.

  4.8.5 When systems under control are required to be duplicated and in separate compartments this should also be applied to computer-based systems.

Parent topic: 4 System Configuration
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