US20150053629A1 - Stackable modular personal computer array - Google Patents
Stackable modular personal computer array Download PDFInfo
- Publication number
- US20150053629A1 US20150053629A1 US14/256,922 US201414256922A US2015053629A1 US 20150053629 A1 US20150053629 A1 US 20150053629A1 US 201414256922 A US201414256922 A US 201414256922A US 2015053629 A1 US2015053629 A1 US 2015053629A1
- Authority
- US
- United States
- Prior art keywords
- sleeves
- computer
- sleeve
- stack
- back side
- Prior art date
- Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
- Abandoned
Links
Images
Classifications
-
- H—ELECTRICITY
- H05—ELECTRIC TECHNIQUES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
- H05K—PRINTED CIRCUITS; CASINGS OR CONSTRUCTIONAL DETAILS OF ELECTRIC APPARATUS; MANUFACTURE OF ASSEMBLAGES OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
- H05K7/00—Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
- H05K7/20—Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
- H05K7/20709—Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating for server racks or cabinets; for data centers, e.g. 19-inch computer racks
- H05K7/20718—Forced ventilation of a gaseous coolant
- H05K7/20736—Forced ventilation of a gaseous coolant within cabinets for removing heat from server blades
-
- G—PHYSICS
- G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
- G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
- G06F1/00—Details not covered by groups G06F3/00 - G06F13/00 and G06F21/00
- G06F1/16—Constructional details or arrangements
- G06F1/20—Cooling means
-
- H—ELECTRICITY
- H05—ELECTRIC TECHNIQUES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
- H05K—PRINTED CIRCUITS; CASINGS OR CONSTRUCTIONAL DETAILS OF ELECTRIC APPARATUS; MANUFACTURE OF ASSEMBLAGES OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
- H05K7/00—Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
- H05K7/18—Construction of rack or frame
-
- H—ELECTRICITY
- H05—ELECTRIC TECHNIQUES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
- H05K—PRINTED CIRCUITS; CASINGS OR CONSTRUCTIONAL DETAILS OF ELECTRIC APPARATUS; MANUFACTURE OF ASSEMBLAGES OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
- H05K7/00—Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
- H05K7/20—Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
- H05K7/20709—Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating for server racks or cabinets; for data centers, e.g. 19-inch computer racks
- H05K7/20718—Forced ventilation of a gaseous coolant
- H05K7/20727—Forced ventilation of a gaseous coolant within server blades for removing heat from heat source
-
- H—ELECTRICITY
- H05—ELECTRIC TECHNIQUES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
- H05K—PRINTED CIRCUITS; CASINGS OR CONSTRUCTIONAL DETAILS OF ELECTRIC APPARATUS; MANUFACTURE OF ASSEMBLAGES OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
- H05K7/00—Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
- H05K7/20—Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
- H05K7/20009—Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating using a gaseous coolant in electronic enclosures
- H05K7/20136—Forced ventilation, e.g. by fans
-
- Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
- Y10—TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC
- Y10T—TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER US CLASSIFICATION
- Y10T29/00—Metal working
- Y10T29/49—Method of mechanical manufacture
- Y10T29/49826—Assembling or joining
Definitions
- This application is directed, in general, to a network of personal computers and, more specifically, to a modular, centralized, high density, personal computer system with remote operation.
- a computer system comprising a central server coupled to a local area network (LAN) and often also to a wide area network (WAN) and the Internet. Coupled to the LAN is a plurality of personal computers distributed throughout individual offices of the company. This provides a central location where the server and the networks can easily be maintained by an information technology (IT) technician. With the personal computers distributed in individual offices, data that may be required by more than one user must be copied or transferred to the central server or software network provisions made for, usually secure, access to a computer in another part of the company. For example, a large headquarters building of a company, e.g.
- a bank may have workers over several floors that need to access individual account data at varying times, e.g., teller, home loan department, vehicle loan department, etc., Additionally, with personal computers distributed throughout spaced-apart offices, the cooling requirements are more distributed, perhaps frequently requiring re-balancing the office air conditioning systems as seasons change. Moreover, individual computer units are relatively large and take up space within the individual's office.
- the sub-rack module for supporting a personal computer chassis therein.
- the sub-rack module comprises an open-ended support module having a top, a bottom, and first and second sides, and a through aperture extending from a front of the open-ended support module to a rear of said open-ended support module.
- the through aperture has a side-to-side width sufficient to receive a computer chassis therein.
- the top side of the open-ended support module has a front to rear length such that ventilation apertures of the computer chassis are exposed at the rear when the computer chassis is positioned within the open-ended support module.
- a system for stacking modular personal computers comprises open-ended support modules each having a top, a bottom, and first and second sides, and a through aperture extending from a front to a rear of the open-ended support modules.
- the through apertures have a side-to-side width sufficient to receive at least one computer chassis therein.
- the top side of each open-ended support module has a front to rear length such that ventilation apertures of a computer chassis are exposed at the rear when the at least one computer chassis is positioned within the open-ended support module.
- This embodiment further includes a multi-position support rack having frame support members coupled together to form a plurality of support locations for the open-ended support modules.
- the open-ended support modules are located within and supported by the multi-position support rack at least a portion of the support locations.
- a method of manufacturing a system for stacking modular personal computers comprises forming a plurality of open-ended support modules, each having a top, a bottom, and first and second sides, and a through aperture extending from a front of the open-ended support module to a rear of the open-ended support module.
- the through aperture has a side-to-side width sufficient to receive at least one computer chassis therein.
- the top side of the open-ended support module has a front to rear length such that ventilation apertures of the computer chassis are exposed at the rear of the open-ended support module when the computer chassis is positioned within the open-ended support module.
- the method further includes forming a multi-position support rack having frame support members coupled together to form a plurality of support locations for the open-ended support modules, and removably securing at least a portion of the open-ended support modules within the multi-position support rack at one of the support locations.
- FIG. 1A is an isometric view of one embodiment of an open-ended support module constructed according to the principles of the present invention
- FIG. 1B is an isometric view of one embodiment of a computer chassis constructed according to the principles of the present invention
- FIG. 2 is an isometric view of the open-ended support module with two personal computer chassis inserted therein;
- FIG. 3 is an isometric view of 12 open-ended support modules with two personal computer chassis inserted in each open-ended support module of a multi-position support rack.
- the sub-rack module 100 comprises an open-ended support module 100 having a top 101 , a bottom 102 , first and second sides 103 , 104 , respectively, an optional central divider or partition 107 , first and second mounting flanges 108 , 109 , respectively, and a through aperture 114 .
- the through aperture 114 extends from a front 111 of the open-ended support module 100 to a rear 112 of the open-ended support module 100 .
- the through aperture 114 has a side-to-side width sufficient to receive at least one computer chassis therein.
- the through aperture's 114 width is sufficient to provide for two or more computer chassis 120 .
- the through aperture 114 is partitioned into first and second computer chassis sub-bays 105 , 106 , respectively.
- the partition 107 may be a panel or a bracket, as shown, and may serve as additional support structure for the open-ended support module 100 .
- the mounting flanges 108 , 109 may be configured as shown with which bolts and nuts can be used to removably secure the open-ended support module 100 to a support frame.
- the mounting flanges 108 , 109 may include other means such as friction clamps that can be used to removably secure the open-ended support module 100 to a support frame.
- the open-ended support module 100 may further include notches 113 in the first and second sides 103 , 104 , respectively, adjacent the rear of the open-end support module 100 .
- the notches 113 can serve as an opening to facilitate air flow into the back end of the computer chassis 120 .
- the first and second mounting flanges 108 , 109 extend laterally from the front end 111 on opposing sides of the open-ended support module 100 .
- the open-ended support module 100 may be constructed of any suitable rigid sheet-like material such as sheet metal or hard plastic that is sufficiently strong to support the weight of the open-ended support module 100 or modules.
- FIG. 1B illustrated is an isometric view of one embodiment of a computer chassis 120 constructed according to the principles of the present invention.
- the computer chassis 120 is not limited to any particular size, it is particularly advantageous that the computer chassis 120 is compact in size and significantly smaller that typical desk top models; that is the length may typically vary between about 12, 16, and 18 inches, while the overall width may vary between about 6 to 8 inches, and the thickness may be about 3 to 4 inches.
- the compact size of the computer chassis 120 is particularly advantageous in that the units can be centralized in one location, as opposed to computer chassis being located at multiple stations.
- the centralization provides greater control over the individual computer chassis, and given that they can be centralized in one location, security can be much improved. However, such centralization and the racking of multiple heat generating computer chassis gives rise to serious cooling considerations, which is what the present disclosure addresses.
- the computer chassis 120 comprises main and secondary cooling fans 121 , 122 , respectively; and top, side and front ventilation apertures, 123 , 124 , 125 , respectively, and an optional swingable handle 126 .
- the cooling fans 121 , 122 and the ventilation apertures 123 , 124 , and 125 allow for an air flow in a direction that is from the back to the front of the computer chassis 120 , and indicated by the large arrows shown in FIG. IB. In this particular embodiment and when used in conjunction with the open-ended support module 100 , this air flow allows for efficient cooling when multiple computer chassis 100 are racked together in one central location.
- the main and secondary cooling fans 121 , 122 are internal to the computer chassis 120 .
- the other components of the personal computer within the computer chassis 120 e.g., hard drive, motherboard, microprocessor, etc., are not shown and may be of conventional design.
- Ambient cooling air is drawn in through the top and side ventilation apertures 123 , 124 by the main cooling fan 121 .
- the air, having been heated by the electronics of the personal computer, is expelled through the front ventilation apertures 125 with the assistance of the secondary cooling fan 122 .
- the optional swingable handle 126 is rotatably coupled to the upper front corners of the computer chassis 120 and may be used to carry, remove, and insert the computer chassis 120 into the first or second through apertures 105 , 106 , respectively.
- the mouse and keyboard connect to the computer chassis 120 over Ethernet.
- the end user can plug in any USB device at the client side and the signal is carried to the computer chassis 120 over Ethernet.
- the computer within the computer chassis 120 decodes the signal from Ethernet to USB and sees the mouse and keyboard. Power, Ethernet and PCoIP signal as made through the front panel of the computer chassis 120 .
- FIG. 2 illustrated is an isometric view of the open-ended support module 100 with two personal computer chassis 120 inserted therein.
- the first and second computer chassis sub-bays 105 , 106 are configured to each receive the personal computer chassis 120 therein, and the open-ended support module 100 has a front 111 to rear 112 length 127 such that the top ventilation apertures 123 adjacent the back end of the computer chassis 120 extend beyond the rear 112 of the open-ended support module 100 .
- This cooperative configuration is particularly advantageous in that the air flow from the back to the front of the computer chassis 120 is not blocked or inhibited by any portion of the open-ended support module 100 .
- Optional notches 113 in the first and second sides 102 , 103 permit additional cooling air to enter through the side ventilation apertures 124 when the personal computer chassis 120 is fully inserted into the first and second computer chassis sub-bays 105 , 106 .
- FIG. 3 illustrated is one embodiment of an isometric view of 12 open-ended support modules 100 with two personal computer chassis 120 inserted in each open-ended support module 100 of a multi-position support rack 300 .
- the multi-position support rack 300 comprises a plurality of frame support members 305 coupled together to form a plurality of support locations for the open-ended support modules 100 .
- the mounting flanges 108 , 109 are configured to cooperate with the frame support members 305 to removably fasten the open-ended support modules 100 at the desired support locations.
- the top and sides have been removed from the multi-position support rack 300 for better viewing of the contents.
- the two stacks of six open-ended support modules 100 with 12 personal computer chassis 120 each are located on opposing sides of the multi-position support rack 300 and are advantageously arranged such that the back ends of the computer chassis 120 oppose each other.
- This unique configuration forms an air passageway 310 between the rears of the two stacks of personal computer chassis 120 and forms an open air conduit for air to flow from the air passageway 310 , through the computer chassis 120 and out the opposing sides of the multi-position support rack 300 . More specifically, air flows into the top and optional side ventilation apertures 123 , 124 , respectively, of each of the personal computer chassis 120 and out the front ventilation apertures 125 .
- This unique configuration allows for efficient cooling of multi-heat generating personal computers, while allowing them to be racked in a single centralized location.
- multi-position support rack 300 with 24 personal computers is illustrated, one who is of skill in the art will recognize that the multi-position support rack 300 may comprise any number of open-ended support modules 100 arranged so as to position the computer chassis 120 mounted therein with the rear ends of the chassis opposing.
- a stackable modular personal computer array that concentrates the computer hardware in one large, multi-position support rack. Therefore, air conditioning can be provided to accommodate the heat output of the stackable modular personal computer array.
- information can be accessed by any authorized used remotely from the computer array anywhere in the company as well as the information technology technician does not need to walk back and forth from the server room to the office with a computer problem.
- connecting a keyboard, mouse, etc. can be readily accomplished to a problem computer and diagnosis made. If necessary, the problem computer can be removed from the open-ended support module and replaced with a known good computer.
- a sub-rack module for supporting a personal computer chassis therein comprising: an open-ended support module having a top, a bottom, and first and second sides, and a through aperture extending from a front of said open-ended support module to a rear of said open-ended support module, said through aperture having a side-to-side width sufficient to receive a computer chassis therein, said top of said open-ended support module having a front to rear length such that ventilation apertures of said computer chassis are exposed at said rear when said computer chassis is positioned within said open-ended support module.
- the sub-rack module above wherein said through aperture has a width configured to receive at least two computer chassis therein.
- the sub-rack module above further comprising opposing mounting flanges laterally extending from a front end of said open-ended support module, wherein said mounting flanges are configured to enable said open-ended support module to be removably fastened to a supporting frame.
- first and second sides of said open-ended support module include notches adjacent said rear formed therein such that side ventilation apertures of a computer chassis are exposed through said notches when said computer chassis is positioned within said open-ended support module to allow air flow through said notches and into said computer chassis.
- a system for stacking modular personal computers comprising: open-ended support modules each having a top, a bottom, and first and second sides, and a through aperture extending from a front to a rear of each of said open-ended support modules, said through apertures having a side-to-side width sufficient to receive at least one computer chassis therein, said top having a front to rear length such that ventilation apertures of a computer chassis are exposed at said rear when said computer chassis is positioned within said open-ended support module; and a multi-position support rack having frame support members coupled together to form a plurality of support locations for said open-ended support modules, and wherein said open-ended support modules are located within and supported by said multi-position support rack at least a portion of said support locations.
- the system above further including at least one computer chassis received in at least a portion of said open-ended support modules, said at least one computer chassis having top ventilation apertures located on a top side adjacent a back end thereof, side ventilation apertures located on first and second sides adjacent said back end thereof, and front ventilation apertures located on a front side of said computer chassis.
- said frame support members have support locations on opposing sides of said multi-position support rack and wherein said open-ended support modules are positioned vertically and horizontally with respect to each other within said multi-position support rack and are removably secured to said multi-position support rack at said support locations such that said top ventilation apertures of said computer chassis are opposing each other and spaced apart to form an air passageway between opposing back ends of said computer chassis, said computer chassis having at least one fan located therein that directs air through said top ventilation apertures at said back end of said computer chassis and toward and through said front ventilation apertures, such that air is circulated from said passageway and through each of said computer chassis and outward through said front ventilation apertures.
- first and second sides of said open-ended support modules include notches formed therein adjacent said rear such that said side ventilation apertures are exposed through said notches when said at least one computer chassis is positioned within said open-ended support module to allow air flow through said notches and into said computer chassis through said side ventilation apertures.
- said computer chassis further includes a rotatable handle attached in said front side of said computer chassis.
- each of said open-ended support modules further comprise opposing mounting flanges laterally extending from said front of each of said open-ended support modules, wherein said mounting flanges and said frame support members are configured to enable said open-ended support modules to be removably fastened to said frame support members at said support locations of said multi-position support rack.
- a method of manufacturing a system for stacking modular personal computers comprising: forming a plurality of open-ended support modules, each having a top, a bottom, and first and second sides, and a through aperture extending from a front of said open-ended support module to a rear of said open-ended support module, said through aperture having a side-to-side width sufficient to receive at least one computer chassis therein, said top side of said open-ended support module having a front to rear length such that ventilation apertures of said computer chassis are exposed at said rear of said open-ended support module when said computer chassis is positioned within said open-ended support module; forming a multi-position support rack having frame support members coupled together to form a plurality of support locations for said open-ended support modules; and removably securing at least a portion of said open-ended support modules within said multi-position support rack at one of said support locations.
- the method above further comprising placing at least one computer chassis in at least one of said open-ended support modules such that top ventilation apertures located on a top side and adjacent a back end of said computer chassis extend beyond said top side of said open-ended support module.
- removably securing one of said open-ended support modules further comprises removably securing said open-ended support modules within said frame support at support locations on opposing sides of said multi-position support rack and wherein said open-ended support modules are positioned vertically and horizontally with respect to each other within said multi-position support rack such that said top ventilation apertures of said computer chassis are opposing each other and spaced apart to form an air passageway between said rear ends of said computer chassis.
- forming a plurality of open-ended support modules includes forming open-ended support modules having first and second sides that include notches formed therein adjacent said rear such that side ventilation apertures of said computer chassis are exposed through said notches when said computer chassis is positioned within said open-ended support module to allow air flow through said notches and into said computer chassis through said side ventilation apertures.
- forming a plurality of open-ended support modules further comprises forming opposing mounting flanges laterally extending from a front end of said open-ended support module, wherein said mounting flanges are configured to enable said open-ended support modules to be fastened to a supporting frame, and removably securing includes securing said open-ended support modules to said frame support members via said mounting flanges.
- forming a plurality of open-ended support modules comprises forming said through aperture with a width configured to receive at least two computer chassis therein.
- forming a plurality of open-ended support modules comprises partitioning said through aperture into at least two computer chassis sub-bays and each of said sub-bays has a width configured to receive a computer chassis therein.
Landscapes
- Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
- Physics & Mathematics (AREA)
- General Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
- Microelectronics & Electronic Packaging (AREA)
- Theoretical Computer Science (AREA)
- Computer Hardware Design (AREA)
- Thermal Sciences (AREA)
- Human Computer Interaction (AREA)
- General Physics & Mathematics (AREA)
- Cooling Or The Like Of Electrical Apparatus (AREA)
- Power Engineering (AREA)
- Electromagnetism (AREA)
Abstract
One aspect of this disclosure is directed to a sub-rack module for supporting a personal computer chassis therein. The sub-rack module is configured to be received within a multi-position support rack. Due to the unique combination of the sub-rack and the multi-position support rack, the sub-rack modules can be positioned such that the back ends of the personal computer chassis form an air passageway in the center of the multi-position support rack, which allows for the air flow to be directed through the passageway and out through the front end of the personal computer chassis. This configuration allows for the high density storage of an array of personal computer chassis while providing adequate cooling for multiple units. A method for manufacturing this system is also provided.
Description
- This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/040,327 filed Sep. 27, 2013, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/593,509 filed Aug. 24, 2012, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/770,934, filed Apr. 30, 2010, the disclosures of which are fully incorporated herein by reference for all purposes.
- This application is directed, in general, to a network of personal computers and, more specifically, to a modular, centralized, high density, personal computer system with remote operation.
- Presently, most office environments are served by a computer system comprising a central server coupled to a local area network (LAN) and often also to a wide area network (WAN) and the Internet. Coupled to the LAN is a plurality of personal computers distributed throughout individual offices of the company. This provides a central location where the server and the networks can easily be maintained by an information technology (IT) technician. With the personal computers distributed in individual offices, data that may be required by more than one user must be copied or transferred to the central server or software network provisions made for, usually secure, access to a computer in another part of the company. For example, a large headquarters building of a company, e.g. a bank, may have workers over several floors that need to access individual account data at varying times, e.g., teller, home loan department, vehicle loan department, etc., Additionally, with personal computers distributed throughout spaced-apart offices, the cooling requirements are more distributed, perhaps frequently requiring re-balancing the office air conditioning systems as seasons change. Moreover, individual computer units are relatively large and take up space within the individual's office.
- One aspect, as set forth herein, provides a sub-rack module for supporting a personal computer chassis therein. In this aspect, the sub-rack module comprises an open-ended support module having a top, a bottom, and first and second sides, and a through aperture extending from a front of the open-ended support module to a rear of said open-ended support module. The through aperture has a side-to-side width sufficient to receive a computer chassis therein. The top side of the open-ended support module has a front to rear length such that ventilation apertures of the computer chassis are exposed at the rear when the computer chassis is positioned within the open-ended support module.
- In another aspect a system for stacking modular personal computers is provided. This embodiment comprises open-ended support modules each having a top, a bottom, and first and second sides, and a through aperture extending from a front to a rear of the open-ended support modules. The through apertures have a side-to-side width sufficient to receive at least one computer chassis therein. The top side of each open-ended support module has a front to rear length such that ventilation apertures of a computer chassis are exposed at the rear when the at least one computer chassis is positioned within the open-ended support module. This embodiment further includes a multi-position support rack having frame support members coupled together to form a plurality of support locations for the open-ended support modules. The open-ended support modules are located within and supported by the multi-position support rack at least a portion of the support locations.
- In a further aspect, a method of manufacturing a system for stacking modular personal computers is provided. This embodiment comprises forming a plurality of open-ended support modules, each having a top, a bottom, and first and second sides, and a through aperture extending from a front of the open-ended support module to a rear of the open-ended support module. The through aperture has a side-to-side width sufficient to receive at least one computer chassis therein. The top side of the open-ended support module has a front to rear length such that ventilation apertures of the computer chassis are exposed at the rear of the open-ended support module when the computer chassis is positioned within the open-ended support module. The method further includes forming a multi-position support rack having frame support members coupled together to form a plurality of support locations for the open-ended support modules, and removably securing at least a portion of the open-ended support modules within the multi-position support rack at one of the support locations.
- Reference is now made to the following descriptions taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:
-
FIG. 1A is an isometric view of one embodiment of an open-ended support module constructed according to the principles of the present invention; -
FIG. 1B is an isometric view of one embodiment of a computer chassis constructed according to the principles of the present invention; -
FIG. 2 is an isometric view of the open-ended support module with two personal computer chassis inserted therein; and -
FIG. 3 is an isometric view of 12 open-ended support modules with two personal computer chassis inserted in each open-ended support module of a multi-position support rack. - Referring initially to FIG. IA, illustrated is an isometric view of one embodiment of a
sub-rack module 100 constructed according to the principles of the present invention. Thesub-rack module 100 comprises an open-ended support module 100 having atop 101, abottom 102, first andsecond sides partition 107, first andsecond mounting flanges through aperture 114. The throughaperture 114 extends from afront 111 of the open-ended support module 100 to a rear 112 of the open-ended support module 100. In one embodiment, thethrough aperture 114 has a side-to-side width sufficient to receive at least one computer chassis therein. However, in other embodiments, the through aperture's 114 width is sufficient to provide for two ormore computer chassis 120. In one aspect, thethrough aperture 114 is partitioned into first and secondcomputer chassis sub-bays partition 107 may be a panel or a bracket, as shown, and may serve as additional support structure for the open-ended support module 100. Themounting flanges ended support module 100 to a support frame. However, in other embodiments, themounting flanges ended support module 100 to a support frame. - In an alternative embodiment, the open-
ended support module 100 may further includenotches 113 in the first andsecond sides end support module 100. As mentioned below, thenotches 113 can serve as an opening to facilitate air flow into the back end of thecomputer chassis 120. When present in certain embodiments, the first andsecond mounting flanges front end 111 on opposing sides of the open-ended support module 100. The open-ended support module 100 may be constructed of any suitable rigid sheet-like material such as sheet metal or hard plastic that is sufficiently strong to support the weight of the open-ended support module 100 or modules. - Referring now to
FIG. 1B , illustrated is an isometric view of one embodiment of acomputer chassis 120 constructed according to the principles of the present invention. Though thecomputer chassis 120 is not limited to any particular size, it is particularly advantageous that thecomputer chassis 120 is compact in size and significantly smaller that typical desk top models; that is the length may typically vary between about 12, 16, and 18 inches, while the overall width may vary between about 6 to 8 inches, and the thickness may be about 3 to 4 inches. The compact size of thecomputer chassis 120 is particularly advantageous in that the units can be centralized in one location, as opposed to computer chassis being located at multiple stations. The centralization provides greater control over the individual computer chassis, and given that they can be centralized in one location, security can be much improved. However, such centralization and the racking of multiple heat generating computer chassis gives rise to serious cooling considerations, which is what the present disclosure addresses. - In one embodiment, the
computer chassis 120 comprises main andsecondary cooling fans swingable handle 126. Thecooling fans ventilation apertures computer chassis 120, and indicated by the large arrows shown in FIG. IB. In this particular embodiment and when used in conjunction with the open-ended support module 100, this air flow allows for efficient cooling whenmultiple computer chassis 100 are racked together in one central location. - The main and
secondary cooling fans computer chassis 120. For clarity, the other components of the personal computer within thecomputer chassis 120, e.g., hard drive, motherboard, microprocessor, etc., are not shown and may be of conventional design. Ambient cooling air is drawn in through the top andside ventilation apertures main cooling fan 121. The air, having been heated by the electronics of the personal computer, is expelled through thefront ventilation apertures 125 with the assistance of thesecondary cooling fan 122. The optional swingable handle 126 is rotatably coupled to the upper front corners of thecomputer chassis 120 and may be used to carry, remove, and insert thecomputer chassis 120 into the first or second throughapertures computer chassis 120 over Ethernet. The end user can plug in any USB device at the client side and the signal is carried to thecomputer chassis 120 over Ethernet. The computer within thecomputer chassis 120 decodes the signal from Ethernet to USB and sees the mouse and keyboard. Power, Ethernet and PCoIP signal as made through the front panel of thecomputer chassis 120. - Referring now to
FIG. 2 , illustrated is an isometric view of the open-endedsupport module 100 with twopersonal computer chassis 120 inserted therein. In this illustrated embodiment, the first and secondcomputer chassis sub-bays personal computer chassis 120 therein, and the open-endedsupport module 100 has a front 111 to rear 112length 127 such that thetop ventilation apertures 123 adjacent the back end of thecomputer chassis 120 extend beyond the rear 112 of the open-endedsupport module 100. This cooperative configuration is particularly advantageous in that the air flow from the back to the front of thecomputer chassis 120 is not blocked or inhibited by any portion of the open-endedsupport module 100.Optional notches 113 in the first andsecond sides side ventilation apertures 124 when thepersonal computer chassis 120 is fully inserted into the first and secondcomputer chassis sub-bays - Referring now to
FIG. 3 , illustrated is one embodiment of an isometric view of 12 open-endedsupport modules 100 with twopersonal computer chassis 120 inserted in each open-endedsupport module 100 of amulti-position support rack 300. Themulti-position support rack 300 comprises a plurality offrame support members 305 coupled together to form a plurality of support locations for the open-endedsupport modules 100. The mountingflanges frame support members 305 to removably fasten the open-endedsupport modules 100 at the desired support locations. The top and sides have been removed from themulti-position support rack 300 for better viewing of the contents. - The two stacks of six open-ended
support modules 100 with 12personal computer chassis 120 each are located on opposing sides of themulti-position support rack 300 and are advantageously arranged such that the back ends of thecomputer chassis 120 oppose each other. This unique configuration forms anair passageway 310 between the rears of the two stacks ofpersonal computer chassis 120 and forms an open air conduit for air to flow from theair passageway 310, through thecomputer chassis 120 and out the opposing sides of themulti-position support rack 300. More specifically, air flows into the top and optionalside ventilation apertures personal computer chassis 120 and out thefront ventilation apertures 125. This unique configuration allows for efficient cooling of multi-heat generating personal computers, while allowing them to be racked in a single centralized location. - While a
multi-position support rack 300 with 24 personal computers is illustrated, one who is of skill in the art will recognize that themulti-position support rack 300 may comprise any number of open-endedsupport modules 100 arranged so as to position thecomputer chassis 120 mounted therein with the rear ends of the chassis opposing. - Thus, a stackable modular personal computer array has been described that concentrates the computer hardware in one large, multi-position support rack. Therefore, air conditioning can be provided to accommodate the heat output of the stackable modular personal computer array. With all of the computers commonly located, information can be accessed by any authorized used remotely from the computer array anywhere in the company as well as the information technology technician does not need to walk back and forth from the server room to the office with a computer problem. Furthermore, connecting a keyboard, mouse, etc., can be readily accomplished to a problem computer and diagnosis made. If necessary, the problem computer can be removed from the open-ended support module and replaced with a known good computer.
- Those skilled in the art to which this application relates will appreciate that other and further additions, deletions, substitutions and modifications may be made to the described embodiments. For example:
- A sub-rack module for supporting a personal computer chassis therein, comprising: an open-ended support module having a top, a bottom, and first and second sides, and a through aperture extending from a front of said open-ended support module to a rear of said open-ended support module, said through aperture having a side-to-side width sufficient to receive a computer chassis therein, said top of said open-ended support module having a front to rear length such that ventilation apertures of said computer chassis are exposed at said rear when said computer chassis is positioned within said open-ended support module.
- The sub-rack module above wherein said through aperture has a width configured to receive at least two computer chassis therein.
- The sub-rack module above wherein said through aperture is partitioned into at least two computer chassis sub-bays and each of said sub-bays has a width configured to receive a computer chassis therein.
- The sub-rack module above further comprising opposing mounting flanges laterally extending from a front end of said open-ended support module, wherein said mounting flanges are configured to enable said open-ended support module to be removably fastened to a supporting frame.
- The sub-rack module above wherein said first and second sides of said open-ended support module include notches adjacent said rear formed therein such that side ventilation apertures of a computer chassis are exposed through said notches when said computer chassis is positioned within said open-ended support module to allow air flow through said notches and into said computer chassis.
- A system for stacking modular personal computers, comprising: open-ended support modules each having a top, a bottom, and first and second sides, and a through aperture extending from a front to a rear of each of said open-ended support modules, said through apertures having a side-to-side width sufficient to receive at least one computer chassis therein, said top having a front to rear length such that ventilation apertures of a computer chassis are exposed at said rear when said computer chassis is positioned within said open-ended support module; and a multi-position support rack having frame support members coupled together to form a plurality of support locations for said open-ended support modules, and wherein said open-ended support modules are located within and supported by said multi-position support rack at least a portion of said support locations.
- The system above further including at least one computer chassis received in at least a portion of said open-ended support modules, said at least one computer chassis having top ventilation apertures located on a top side adjacent a back end thereof, side ventilation apertures located on first and second sides adjacent said back end thereof, and front ventilation apertures located on a front side of said computer chassis.
- The system above wherein said frame support members have support locations on opposing sides of said multi-position support rack and wherein said open-ended support modules are positioned vertically and horizontally with respect to each other within said multi-position support rack and are removably secured to said multi-position support rack at said support locations such that said top ventilation apertures of said computer chassis are opposing each other and spaced apart to form an air passageway between opposing back ends of said computer chassis, said computer chassis having at least one fan located therein that directs air through said top ventilation apertures at said back end of said computer chassis and toward and through said front ventilation apertures, such that air is circulated from said passageway and through each of said computer chassis and outward through said front ventilation apertures.
- The system above wherein said first and second sides of said open-ended support modules include notches formed therein adjacent said rear such that said side ventilation apertures are exposed through said notches when said at least one computer chassis is positioned within said open-ended support module to allow air flow through said notches and into said computer chassis through said side ventilation apertures.
- The system above wherein said computer chassis further includes a rotatable handle attached in said front side of said computer chassis.
- The system above wherein each of said open-ended support modules further comprise opposing mounting flanges laterally extending from said front of each of said open-ended support modules, wherein said mounting flanges and said frame support members are configured to enable said open-ended support modules to be removably fastened to said frame support members at said support locations of said multi-position support rack.
- A method of manufacturing a system for stacking modular personal computers, comprising: forming a plurality of open-ended support modules, each having a top, a bottom, and first and second sides, and a through aperture extending from a front of said open-ended support module to a rear of said open-ended support module, said through aperture having a side-to-side width sufficient to receive at least one computer chassis therein, said top side of said open-ended support module having a front to rear length such that ventilation apertures of said computer chassis are exposed at said rear of said open-ended support module when said computer chassis is positioned within said open-ended support module; forming a multi-position support rack having frame support members coupled together to form a plurality of support locations for said open-ended support modules; and removably securing at least a portion of said open-ended support modules within said multi-position support rack at one of said support locations.
- The method above further comprising placing at least one computer chassis in at least one of said open-ended support modules such that top ventilation apertures located on a top side and adjacent a back end of said computer chassis extend beyond said top side of said open-ended support module.
- The method above wherein removably securing one of said open-ended support modules further comprises removably securing said open-ended support modules within said frame support at support locations on opposing sides of said multi-position support rack and wherein said open-ended support modules are positioned vertically and horizontally with respect to each other within said multi-position support rack such that said top ventilation apertures of said computer chassis are opposing each other and spaced apart to form an air passageway between said rear ends of said computer chassis.
- The method above wherein forming a plurality of open-ended support modules includes forming open-ended support modules having first and second sides that include notches formed therein adjacent said rear such that side ventilation apertures of said computer chassis are exposed through said notches when said computer chassis is positioned within said open-ended support module to allow air flow through said notches and into said computer chassis through said side ventilation apertures.
- The method above wherein forming a plurality of open-ended support modules further comprises forming opposing mounting flanges laterally extending from a front end of said open-ended support module, wherein said mounting flanges are configured to enable said open-ended support modules to be fastened to a supporting frame, and removably securing includes securing said open-ended support modules to said frame support members via said mounting flanges.
- The method above wherein forming a plurality of open-ended support modules comprises forming said through aperture with a width configured to receive at least two computer chassis therein.
- The method above wherein forming a plurality of open-ended support modules comprises partitioning said through aperture into at least two computer chassis sub-bays and each of said sub-bays has a width configured to receive a computer chassis therein.
Claims (12)
1. A storage system comprising:
a first plurality of computer housings;
a second plurality of computer housings;
a storage unit, including:
a first plurality of sleeves sized to slidingly accommodate the first plurality of computer housings positioned such that they have a front and back side,
a second plurality of sleeves sized to slidingly accommodate the second plurality of computer housings positioned such that they have a front and back side,
wherein the first plurality of sleeves is positioned relative to the second plurality of sleeves such that the back side of the first plurality of sleeves and the back side of the second plurality of sleeves face each other and form an unobstructed space to create an air vertical flow path,
wherein each computer housing of the first and second pluralities of computer housings further comprises: a first plurality of inlet air flow holes defined on a side wall of each housing, and a second plurality of inlet air flow holes defined on a top wall of each housing such that the second plurality of inlet air flow holes are exposed beyond a rear of the respective sleeve of the first and second plurality of sleeves to allow for air flow between the first plurality and the second plurality of inlet air flow holes and the unobstructed space, and a first plurality of outlet air flow holes defined on a front wall of each housing,
wherein each computer housing of the first and second pluralities of computer housings further comprises a plurality of apertures defined on the front wall of each computer housing sized to allow the passage of network and power cords.
2. The storage system of claim 1 , wherein each sleeve in the first plurality of sleeves is positioned vertically with respect to its adjacent sleeve in the first plurality of sleeves to form a first stack of sleeves and each sleeve in the second plurality of sleeves is positioned vertically with respect to its adjacent sleeve in the second plurality of sleeves to form a second stack of sleeves.
3. The storage system of claim 2 , further comprising:
a third plurality of computer housings;
a fourth plurality of computer housings;
a third plurality of sleeves sized to slidingly accommodate the third plurality of computer housings wherein each sleeve in the third plurality of sleeves is positioned vertically with respect to its adjacent sleeve in the third plurality of sleeves to form a third stack of sleeves;
a fourth plurality of sleeves sized to slidingly accommodate the fourth plurality of computer housings wherein each sleeve in the fourth plurality of sleeves is positioned vertically with respect to its adjacent sleeve in the fourth plurality of sleeves to form a fourth stack of sleeve;
wherein the first stack of sleeves is positioned adjacent to the second stack of sleeves to form a first row of stacks having a front side and a back side; and
wherein the third stack of sleeves is positioned adjacent to the fourth stack of sleeves to form a second row of stacks having a front side and a back side.
4. The storage system of claim 3 , wherein the first row of stacks is positioned such that the back side of the first row of stacks faces the back side of the second row of stacks.
5. The storage system of claim 1 , wherein each computer housing of the first and second pluralities of computer housings is coupled to a rotatable handle and a fastening mechanism to secure each computer housing to a support frame.
6. A storage system comprising:
a first plurality of computer housings;
a second plurality of computer housings;
a storage unit, including:
a first plurality of sleeves sized to slidingly accommodate the first plurality of computer housings wherein each sleeve in the first plurality of sleeves is positioned vertically with respect to its adjacent sleeve in the first plurality of sleeves to form a first stack of sleeves,
a second plurality of sleeves sized to slidingly accommodate the second plurality of computer housings wherein each sleeve in the second plurality of sleeves is positioned vertically with respect to its adjacent sleeve in the second plurality of sleeves to form a second stack of sleeves,
wherein the first stack of sleeves is positioned relative to the second stack of sleeves to form a first row of stacks having a front side and a back side,
wherein each computer housing of the first and second pluralities of computer housings further comprises:
a first plurality of inlet air flow holes defined on a side wall of each housing, and
a second plurality of inlet air flow holes defined on a top wall of each housing such that the second plurality of inlet air flow holes are exposed beyond a rear of the respective sleeve of the first and second plurality of sleeves,
a first plurality of outlet air flow holes defined on a front wall of each housing; and
wherein each computer housing of the first and second pluralities of computer housings further comprises a plurality of apertures defined on a front wall of each computer housing sized to allow the passage of network and power cords.
7. The storage system of claim 6 , further comprising:
a third plurality of computer housings;
a fourth plurality of computer housings;
a third plurality of sleeves sized to slidingly accommodate the third plurality of computer housings wherein each sleeve in the third plurality of sleeves is positioned vertically with respect to its adjacent sleeve in the third plurality of sleeves to form a third stack of sleeves,
a fourth plurality of sleeves sized to slidingly accommodate the fourth plurality of computer housings wherein each sleeve in the fourth plurality of sleeves is positioned vertically with respect to its adjacent sleeve in the fourth plurality of sleeves to form a fourth stack of sleeve,
wherein the third stack of sleeves is positioned adjacent to the fourth stack of sleeves to form a second row of stacks having a front side and a back side, and
wherein the first row of stacks is positioned adjacent to the second row of stacks such that the back side of the first row of stacks and the back side of the second row of stacks face each other and form an unobstructed air flow path.
8. The storage system of claim 6 , wherein each computer housing of the first and second pluralities of computer housings is coupled to a rotatable handle.
9. The storage system of claim 6 , wherein each computer housing of the first and second pluralities of computer housings is coupled to fastening mechanism to releasibly secure each computer housing to a support frame.
10. A method of cooling a plurality of computers, where each computer has a housing, the method comprising:
positioning a first plurality of computers into a first plurality of sleeves, wherein each sleeve in the first plurality of computers is sized to slidingly accommodate at least one of the first plurality of computers wherein the first plurality of sleeves have a front and back side,
positioning a first plurality of computers into a first plurality of sleeves, wherein each sleeve in the first plurality of computers is sized to slidingly accommodate at least one of the first plurality of computers wherein the first plurality of sleeves have a front and back side,
positioning a second plurality of computers into a second plurality of sleeves, wherein each sleeve in the second plurality of sleeves is sized to slidingly accommodate at least one of the second plurality of computers wherein the second plurality of sleeves have a front and back side,
positioning the first plurality of sleeves relative to the second plurality of sleeves such that the back side of the first plurality of sleeves and the back side of the second plurality of sleeves face each other and form an unobstructed vertical air flow path,
creating a first inlet air current from the unobstructed vertical air flow path to the inside space of each computer through a plurality of holes defined on a top wall of each computer such that the plurality of holes are exposed beyond a rear of the respective sleeve of the first and second plurality of sleeves,
creating a second inlet air flow from the exterior space proximate to each computer to the inside space of each computer through a plurality of inlet air flow holes defined on a side wall of each computer; and
creating an outlet air current from an inside space of each computer to an exterior space proximate to each computer through a plurality of outlet air flow holes defined within a front wall of each computer housing.
11. The method of claim 10 , further comprising:
positioning a third plurality of computers into a third plurality of sleeves, wherein each sleeve in the third plurality of sleeves sized to slidingly accommodate at least one of the third plurality of computers wherein each sleeve in the third plurality of sleeves is positioned vertically with respect to its adjacent sleeve in the third plurality of sleeves to form a third stack of sleeves,
positioning a fourth plurality of computers into a fourth plurality of sleeves, wherein each sleeve in the fourth plurality of sleeves is sized to slidingly accommodate at least one computer of the fourth plurality of computers wherein each sleeve in the fourth plurality of sleeves is positioned vertically with respect to its adjacent sleeve in the fourth plurality of sleeves to form a fourth stack of sleeve,
positioning the first of sleeves adjacent to the second stack of sleeves to form a first row of stacks having a front side and a back side,
positioning the third stack of sleeves adjacent to the fourth stack of sleeves to form a second row of stacks having a front side and a back side, and
positioning the first row of stacks relative to the second row of stacks such that the back side of the first row of stacks and the back side of the second row of stacks face each other and form the unobstructed vertical air flow path.
12. The method of claim 10 , further comprising removing at least one of the plurality of computers from at least one of the plurality of sleeves.
Priority Applications (3)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
---|---|---|---|
US14/256,922 US20150053629A1 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2014-04-19 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
US15/016,251 US9615487B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2016-02-04 | Computer storage array |
US15/451,500 US10117361B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2017-03-07 | Computer storage array |
Applications Claiming Priority (4)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
---|---|---|---|
US12/770,934 US20110266229A1 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2010-04-30 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
US13/593,509 US8561814B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2012-08-24 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
US14/040,327 US8720701B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2013-09-27 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
US14/256,922 US20150053629A1 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2014-04-19 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
Related Parent Applications (1)
Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
---|---|---|---|
US14/040,327 Continuation US8720701B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2013-09-27 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
Related Child Applications (1)
Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
---|---|---|---|
US15/016,251 Continuation US9615487B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2016-02-04 | Computer storage array |
Publications (1)
Publication Number | Publication Date |
---|---|
US20150053629A1 true US20150053629A1 (en) | 2015-02-26 |
Family
ID=44857443
Family Applications (6)
Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
---|---|---|---|
US12/770,934 Abandoned US20110266229A1 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2010-04-30 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
US13/593,509 Active US8561814B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2012-08-24 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
US14/040,327 Active US8720701B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2013-09-27 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
US14/256,922 Abandoned US20150053629A1 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2014-04-19 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
US15/016,251 Active US9615487B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2016-02-04 | Computer storage array |
US15/451,500 Active US10117361B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2017-03-07 | Computer storage array |
Family Applications Before (3)
Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
---|---|---|---|
US12/770,934 Abandoned US20110266229A1 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2010-04-30 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
US13/593,509 Active US8561814B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2012-08-24 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
US14/040,327 Active US8720701B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2013-09-27 | Stackable modular personal computer array |
Family Applications After (2)
Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
---|---|---|---|
US15/016,251 Active US9615487B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2016-02-04 | Computer storage array |
US15/451,500 Active US10117361B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2017-03-07 | Computer storage array |
Country Status (1)
Country | Link |
---|---|
US (6) | US20110266229A1 (en) |
Cited By (3)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US10117361B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2018-10-30 | M&A Technology, Inc. | Computer storage array |
US20190104636A1 (en) * | 2017-10-04 | 2019-04-04 | Google Llc | Managing a data center |
US10888013B2 (en) | 2017-10-04 | 2021-01-05 | Google Llc | Managing a data center |
Families Citing this family (29)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US9788455B1 (en) * | 2007-06-14 | 2017-10-10 | Switch, Ltd. | Electronic equipment data center or co-location facility designs and methods of making and using the same |
US20130161277A1 (en) * | 2011-12-21 | 2013-06-27 | Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. | Plenum Kit |
US20130284682A1 (en) * | 2012-04-25 | 2013-10-31 | David G Rohrer | Chassis card cage |
US11006546B2 (en) * | 2012-11-28 | 2021-05-11 | Eaton Intelligent Power Limited | Equipment enclosure fan control systems and methods |
USD758978S1 (en) | 2013-08-06 | 2016-06-14 | Bedrock Automation Platforms, Inc. | Backplane for an industrial control system (ICS) |
USD721706S1 (en) * | 2013-08-06 | 2015-01-27 | Bedrock Automation Platforms Inc. | Input output module for an industrial control system |
USD721707S1 (en) * | 2013-08-06 | 2015-01-27 | Bedrock Automation Platforms Inc. | Communications control module for an industrial control system |
CN104423457A (en) * | 2013-09-11 | 2015-03-18 | 鸿富锦精密电子(天津)有限公司 | Electronic device and fixing rack thereof |
US9532484B2 (en) * | 2013-11-20 | 2016-12-27 | Ara Usa Llc | Rack for mounting and storage of electronic equipment |
CN104679149B (en) * | 2013-11-26 | 2018-08-03 | 鸿富锦精密电子(天津)有限公司 | Server |
US9890575B2 (en) * | 2013-12-09 | 2018-02-13 | Viking Access Systems, Llc | Movable barrier operator with removable power supply module |
USD748627S1 (en) | 2014-07-10 | 2016-02-02 | Bae Systems Information And Electronic Systems Integration Inc. | Front panel with openings for air cooling a data storage transfer archive repository |
USD748093S1 (en) | 2014-07-10 | 2016-01-26 | Bae Systems Information And Electronic Systems Integration Inc. | Data storage transfer archive repository |
USD748638S1 (en) | 2014-07-10 | 2016-02-02 | Bae Systems Information And Electronic Systems Integration Inc. | Front panel with openings for air cooling a data storage transfer archive repository |
DE102014218533A1 (en) * | 2014-09-16 | 2016-03-17 | Robert Bosch Gmbh | Device arrangement with a 19-inch rack |
US9596772B2 (en) * | 2015-01-15 | 2017-03-14 | Dell Products L.P. | Stackable switch cooling system |
JP6497113B2 (en) * | 2015-02-19 | 2019-04-10 | 富士通株式会社 | Electronic device and mounting method of mounting unit |
US11076501B2 (en) * | 2017-05-23 | 2021-07-27 | Crestron Electronics, Inc. | Apparatus for cooling electronic circuitry |
US11711904B2 (en) * | 2016-06-03 | 2023-07-25 | Crestron Electronics, Inc. | Apparatus for cooling electronic circuitry |
US9965001B1 (en) * | 2017-02-13 | 2018-05-08 | Oracle International Corporation | Mounting assembly for tool-less mounting of a circuit board in an enclosure |
CN106714525B (en) * | 2017-02-27 | 2019-04-19 | 华为机器有限公司 | Radiator and electronic equipment |
JP6989306B2 (en) * | 2017-06-30 | 2022-01-05 | 日本電産サンキョー株式会社 | Motor control device |
CN108337858B (en) * | 2018-02-06 | 2020-03-24 | 联想(北京)有限公司 | Server and server group |
JP2019177768A (en) * | 2018-03-30 | 2019-10-17 | 本田技研工業株式会社 | Saddle-riding type vehicle |
CN108770252B (en) * | 2018-08-17 | 2023-12-01 | 广州丽盟科技有限公司 | Multifunctional platform device |
CN109688755A (en) * | 2018-12-24 | 2019-04-26 | 武汉光谷科威晶激光技术有限公司 | A kind of one-way isolation shutter device |
US11729938B2 (en) * | 2019-09-06 | 2023-08-15 | Comcast Cable Communications, Llc | Ventilated housing for electronic devices |
KR102366751B1 (en) * | 2020-02-20 | 2022-02-23 | 엘지전자 주식회사 | Air conditioner and control method thereof |
RU200953U1 (en) * | 2020-07-24 | 2020-11-20 | Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "НЕОКОМ" | DEVICE FOR CHASSIS LOCATION OF THE CASE OF THE ALARM SYSTEM |
Citations (3)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US5593220A (en) * | 1995-05-01 | 1997-01-14 | Apple Computer, Inc. | Cantilevered latch mechanism for an enclosure |
US7236370B2 (en) * | 2004-05-07 | 2007-06-26 | Rackable Systems, Inc. | Computer rack with cluster modules |
US7480963B2 (en) * | 2006-02-22 | 2009-01-27 | Super Micro Computer, Inc. | Handle device for a modularized casing |
Family Cites Families (52)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US4895326A (en) * | 1988-05-27 | 1990-01-23 | Scosche Industries, Inc. | In-dash installation kit adaptable to different radios and different dash configurations |
US5400215A (en) * | 1993-01-27 | 1995-03-21 | Chung; Pao-Lang | Support structure for a vehicle-data recorder having a bearing plate with casters |
GB2276275A (en) * | 1993-03-20 | 1994-09-21 | Ibm | Cooling modular electrical apparatus |
US5737189A (en) * | 1994-01-10 | 1998-04-07 | Artecon | High performance mass storage subsystem |
US5684671A (en) * | 1995-08-22 | 1997-11-04 | Sequent Computer Systems, Inc. | Packaging architecture for a data server |
US5694290A (en) * | 1996-11-21 | 1997-12-02 | Chang; Cheng-Chun | Replaceable hard disk drive box structure |
US5964513A (en) * | 1998-05-28 | 1999-10-12 | Intel Corporation | Chassis for electronic components |
US6442021B1 (en) * | 1998-06-15 | 2002-08-27 | Compaq Computer Corporation | Hot-pluggable disk carrier having enhanced rotational drive vibration control capability |
US6325353B1 (en) * | 1999-03-08 | 2001-12-04 | Intel Corporation | Carrier for disk drive hot swapping |
US6324062B1 (en) * | 1999-04-02 | 2001-11-27 | Unisys Corporation | Modular packaging configuration and system and method of use for a computer system adapted for operating multiple operating systems in different partitions |
US6038126A (en) * | 1999-04-21 | 2000-03-14 | Shin Jiuh Corp. | Electrical power supply assembly |
US6473297B1 (en) * | 1999-04-23 | 2002-10-29 | Inclose Design, Inc. | Memory storage device docking adapted having a laterally mounted fan |
US6628518B2 (en) * | 1999-04-23 | 2003-09-30 | Inclose Design, Inc. | Memory storage device rack having vented rails |
US6288902B1 (en) * | 1999-05-25 | 2001-09-11 | Hewlett-Packard Company | Modular data storage system for reducing mechanical shock and vibrations |
US6370022B1 (en) * | 1999-07-13 | 2002-04-09 | Gateway, Inc. | Screwless computer drive assembly |
US6496366B1 (en) * | 1999-10-26 | 2002-12-17 | Rackable Systems, Llc | High density computer equipment storage system |
US6246580B1 (en) * | 1999-11-15 | 2001-06-12 | Shin Jiuh Corp. | Power supply for computer system |
JP2002006985A (en) * | 2000-06-20 | 2002-01-11 | Sony Corp | Device for installing computer peripheral apparatus |
US6445586B1 (en) * | 2000-07-19 | 2002-09-03 | Shin Jiuh Corporation | Apparatus for mainframe having redundant extractable devices |
US6654241B2 (en) * | 2001-06-29 | 2003-11-25 | Intel Corporation | High availability small foot-print server |
US6616251B2 (en) * | 2001-07-10 | 2003-09-09 | Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. | Configurable computer enclosure |
US6636422B1 (en) * | 2001-12-11 | 2003-10-21 | Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. | Data storage systems with enhanced cooling |
EP1464133A4 (en) * | 2001-12-21 | 2005-06-15 | Redfern Broadband Networks Inc | Wdm add/drop multiplexer module |
US6714411B2 (en) * | 2001-12-31 | 2004-03-30 | Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. | Computer server hot plug fan tray assembly and method of fan removal |
US6549424B1 (en) * | 2002-02-28 | 2003-04-15 | Garmin Ltd. | Electronic equipment module mounting apparatus and method |
US6820953B2 (en) * | 2002-03-22 | 2004-11-23 | Frank Wojcik | Memory storage device carrier having a locking handle |
JP3683552B2 (en) * | 2002-05-28 | 2005-08-17 | 富士通株式会社 | Medium input device |
US6975510B1 (en) * | 2003-05-09 | 2005-12-13 | Linux Networx | Ventilated housing for electronic components |
US20050061755A1 (en) * | 2003-09-24 | 2005-03-24 | Davis Richard Woodland | Connectable support members |
US6927976B1 (en) * | 2004-01-15 | 2005-08-09 | Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. | Air baffle for managing cooling air re-circulation in an electronic system |
US20050168932A1 (en) * | 2004-01-29 | 2005-08-04 | Selvidge David A. | Computer component retention module |
CN2689318Y (en) * | 2004-02-27 | 2005-03-30 | 鸿富锦精密工业(深圳)有限公司 | Fixer of data access device |
US7460375B2 (en) * | 2004-05-07 | 2008-12-02 | Rackable Systems, Inc. | Interface assembly |
US7529097B2 (en) * | 2004-05-07 | 2009-05-05 | Rackable Systems, Inc. | Rack mounted computer system |
US7286345B2 (en) * | 2005-02-08 | 2007-10-23 | Rackable Systems, Inc. | Rack-mounted air deflector |
US7200004B2 (en) * | 2005-05-06 | 2007-04-03 | Zippy Technology Corp. | Loading and unloading mechanism for removable power supply modules |
CN2799933Y (en) * | 2005-06-18 | 2006-07-26 | 鸿富锦精密工业(深圳)有限公司 | Fan fixing device |
US7588492B2 (en) * | 2005-08-01 | 2009-09-15 | Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. | Air plenum |
US7315456B2 (en) * | 2005-08-29 | 2008-01-01 | Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. | Configurable IO subsystem |
US7251132B1 (en) * | 2006-02-13 | 2007-07-31 | Kingston Technology Corporation | Receiving frame having removable computer drive carrier and lock |
US7583507B2 (en) * | 2006-03-31 | 2009-09-01 | Spectra Logic Corporation | High density array system having multiple storage units with active movable media drawers |
CN2919349Y (en) * | 2006-04-21 | 2007-07-04 | 鸿富锦精密工业(深圳)有限公司 | Storage fixing device |
US7567437B2 (en) * | 2006-08-09 | 2009-07-28 | Super Micro Computer Inc. | Assembly device for power supplies |
CN200983256Y (en) * | 2006-10-11 | 2007-11-28 | 鸿富锦精密工业(深圳)有限公司 | Fixing device of data storage device |
US8390999B2 (en) * | 2006-10-20 | 2013-03-05 | Hewlett-Packard Development, L.P. | Cooling a computing device |
JP5030631B2 (en) * | 2007-03-22 | 2012-09-19 | 富士通株式会社 | Cooling system for information equipment |
TWI330437B (en) * | 2007-04-27 | 2010-09-11 | Delta Electronics Thailand Public Co Ltd | Redundant power supply system |
US7782606B2 (en) * | 2008-05-12 | 2010-08-24 | International Business Machines Corporation | Hard disk drive carrier latch apparatus |
US20090289532A1 (en) * | 2008-05-22 | 2009-11-26 | Accusys. Inc. | Modular structure of storage device |
FR2934906B1 (en) * | 2008-08-05 | 2010-09-03 | Thales Sa | ON-BOARD CALCULATOR EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTONOMOUS AERAULIC COOLING DEVICE |
US8687356B2 (en) * | 2010-02-02 | 2014-04-01 | Teradyne, Inc. | Storage device testing system cooling |
US20110266229A1 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2011-11-03 | M&A Technology, Inc. | Stackable modular personal computer array |
-
2010
- 2010-04-30 US US12/770,934 patent/US20110266229A1/en not_active Abandoned
-
2012
- 2012-08-24 US US13/593,509 patent/US8561814B2/en active Active
-
2013
- 2013-09-27 US US14/040,327 patent/US8720701B2/en active Active
-
2014
- 2014-04-19 US US14/256,922 patent/US20150053629A1/en not_active Abandoned
-
2016
- 2016-02-04 US US15/016,251 patent/US9615487B2/en active Active
-
2017
- 2017-03-07 US US15/451,500 patent/US10117361B2/en active Active
Patent Citations (3)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US5593220A (en) * | 1995-05-01 | 1997-01-14 | Apple Computer, Inc. | Cantilevered latch mechanism for an enclosure |
US7236370B2 (en) * | 2004-05-07 | 2007-06-26 | Rackable Systems, Inc. | Computer rack with cluster modules |
US7480963B2 (en) * | 2006-02-22 | 2009-01-27 | Super Micro Computer, Inc. | Handle device for a modularized casing |
Cited By (6)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US10117361B2 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2018-10-30 | M&A Technology, Inc. | Computer storage array |
US20190104636A1 (en) * | 2017-10-04 | 2019-04-04 | Google Llc | Managing a data center |
US10785895B2 (en) * | 2017-10-04 | 2020-09-22 | Google Llc | Managing a data center |
US10888013B2 (en) | 2017-10-04 | 2021-01-05 | Google Llc | Managing a data center |
US11357135B2 (en) | 2017-10-04 | 2022-06-07 | Google Llc | Managing a data center |
US11395432B2 (en) | 2017-10-04 | 2022-07-19 | Google Llc | Managing a data center |
Also Published As
Publication number | Publication date |
---|---|
US8561814B2 (en) | 2013-10-22 |
US10117361B2 (en) | 2018-10-30 |
US9615487B2 (en) | 2017-04-04 |
US20170034954A1 (en) | 2017-02-02 |
US20170300091A1 (en) | 2017-10-19 |
US20110266229A1 (en) | 2011-11-03 |
US8720701B2 (en) | 2014-05-13 |
US20140027393A1 (en) | 2014-01-30 |
US20120318756A1 (en) | 2012-12-20 |
Similar Documents
Publication | Publication Date | Title |
---|---|---|
US8720701B2 (en) | Stackable modular personal computer array | |
US11706898B2 (en) | Ducted exhaust equipment enclosure | |
US6185098B1 (en) | Co-location server cabinet | |
US10791640B2 (en) | Vertical exhaust duct for electronic equipment enclosure | |
US20200187387A1 (en) | Vertical exhaust duct for electronic equipment enclosure | |
US11132035B2 (en) | Air directing device | |
US10588245B2 (en) | Assembly for extracting heat from a housing for electronic equipment | |
US11678447B2 (en) | Vertical exhaust duct for electronic equipment enclosure | |
US11259446B2 (en) | Vertical exhaust duct for electronic equipment enclosure | |
US7227751B2 (en) | Ventilated housing for electronic components | |
US20070064389A1 (en) | Ducted exhaust equipment enclosure | |
US20130091689A1 (en) | Wall-Mountable Support Rack for Equipment | |
US20040057216A1 (en) | Electronic component rack assembly and method | |
US10026454B2 (en) | Storage system with cross flow cooling of power supply unit | |
US8199486B2 (en) | Server cabinet | |
EP3090317A1 (en) | Rackless computing equipment construction | |
KR200210876Y1 (en) | Rack equipped with interceptor | |
WO2023154175A1 (en) | Asymmetric brackets that facilitate passive cooling of network switches | |
JP2011081721A (en) | Heat generation equipment storage rack and data center |
Legal Events
Date | Code | Title | Description |
---|---|---|---|
STCB | Information on status: application discontinuation |
Free format text: ABANDONED -- FAILURE TO RESPOND TO AN OFFICE ACTION |