CN204117069U - A kind of server backplanes - Google Patents

Abstract

The utility model discloses a server bottom plate, relates to the field of servers, and aims to provide a server bottom plate with strong compatibility, easy expansion and high integration. The technical points of the utility model include: multiple first-type connectors (101-124), at least one second-type connector (125, 126), third-type connector (127), network connection port (129) and power supply A connection port (130); wherein the first type of connector is used for plugging in the functional module; the second type of connector is used for plugging in the switch module; the third type of connector is used for plugging in the management control module. The power connection port is used to power the modules on the backplane. The second-type connectors are connected with all the first-type connectors with network signal lines; the second-type connectors are connected with network connection ports with network signal lines. The third type of connecting piece is connected with the first type of connecting piece and the second type of connecting piece with control and management signal lines.

Description

A server chassis

technical field

The utility model relates to the field of servers, in particular to a modular layout structure of a server bottom plate.

Background technique

In the prior art, traditional rack servers, especially traditional 1U and 2U servers, generally place modules such as processors, memory boards, hard disks, power supplies, and fans in one chassis to realize a complete set of independent servers. Function. If you need more server system applications, you have to use multiple traditional servers, which is not only not conducive to the installation and deployment of server equipment, but also will inevitably lead to increased costs and repeated investment.

With the development of technology, the emergence of blade servers enables the deployment of multiple complete and independent server systems in the same chassis. However, blade servers, as high-performance Inconsistent, poor scalability, and high costs, it is difficult to meet the needs of various users.

Utility model content

The purpose of the invention of this utility model is to provide a server backplane with strong compatibility, easy expansion and high integration in the face of increasingly complex application environments and diversified application requirements, so as to satisfy the needs of different users to the greatest extent. application requirements.

The technical solution adopted by the utility model is as follows, including: a plurality of first-type connectors 101-124, at least one second-type connector 125, 126, third-type connector 127, network connection port 129 and power supply connection port 130; wherein the first type of connector is used for plugging in the functional module; the second type of connector is used for plugging in the switch module; the third type of connector is used for plugging in the management control module.

The power connection port is connected with all the first-type connectors, the second-type connectors and the third-type connectors with power cords.

The first second-type connecting piece is connected with all the first-type connecting pieces with network signal lines; the first second-type connecting piece is connected with the network connection port with network signal lines.

The third type of connecting piece is connected with the first type of connecting piece and the second type of connecting piece with control and management signal lines.

And the first type of connectors are divided into 4 columns; the sockets of the first type of connectors in the first row are opposite to the sockets of the first type of connectors in the second row, and there is a certain distance between the two rows for placing functional modules; the third row The sockets of the first type connectors are opposite to the sockets of the first type connectors in the fourth row, and there is a certain distance between the two rows for placing functional modules.

Further, it also includes a second second-type connector; the second second-type connector is connected to all the first-type connectors with network signal lines; the second second-type connector is connected to the network connection port With network signal line connection.

Further, each column contains n first-type connectors, and n is a natural number greater than 1; the 1st to nth first-type connectors in the first column are respectively connected with the 1st to nth connectors in the second column One type of connectors are aligned, and the 1st to nth first type connectors in the third column are respectively aligned with the 1st to nth first type connectors in the fourth row.

Preferably, the n is 6.

Preferably, the functional modules are computing modules, storage modules, network modules and/or cooling modules.

Further, it also includes a fourth type of connector 128, which is used to insert the expansion module; and the fourth type of connector has a power line connection with the power connection port, and the fourth type of connector The class connector has a control management signal line connection.

Further, a signal lamp is also included, and the signal lamp is connected with the second type of connector with a control signal line.

Preferably, the first type of connector adopts MXM 3.0 314PIN connector; the second type of connector adopts MXM 3.0 230PIN connector; the third type of connector adopts NGFF B type connector.

Preferably, the server chassis is used to be installed in a standard 19-inch server chassis.

In summary, due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of the utility model are:

1. The server backplane provided by the utility model is a server backplane structure with high availability, high expansion, and modularization-based technical features.

2. The server backplane provided by the utility model effectively integrates various resource configurations such as computing, storage, network, and communication, and realizes many characteristics such as flexible deployment and effective expansion.

3. The server backplane provided by the utility model can realize hot-swappable installation of various functional modules on the same backplane. The functional modules can be computing modules, storage modules, network modules and/or cooling modules, and can also be configured with switch modules, Management control module and expansion card module to meet various application requirements of different users to the greatest extent.

4. The layout of the specific first-type connectors of the server backplane provided by the utility model can configure functional module standards of different specifications and sizes according to different application requirements, such as standard boards, double-section boards, four-section boards, eight-section boards, Fourteen-section board, etc., making it more suitable for the current complex application environment and commercial application fields, and has very broad development prospects.

5. The server base plate provided by the utility model supports the monitoring and monitoring of the operating status of each functional module system through the management control module, which is convenient for users to operate and maintain, and is very simple.

Description of drawings

FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of a server chassis provided by the present invention.

Fig. 2 is a schematic diagram of the server chassis provided by the utility model after installing and configuring the computing module, switch module, management control module and expansion card module.

Fig. 3 is a schematic diagram of the server chassis provided by the present invention after installing and configuring computing modules, storage modules, cooling modules of different sizes, as well as switch modules, management control modules and expansion card modules.

Marks in the figure: base plate 10; connectors 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 117, 118, 119, 120, 121, 122, 123, 124; connectors 125, 126 for installing and connecting switch modules; connectors 127 for installing and connecting management control modules; used for installing and connecting expansion cards Module connector 128; network connection port 129; power supply input port 130; front-end status and information indicator light 131; calculation modules 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209 of fourteen-section board specifications and sizes , 210, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 216, 217, 218, 219, 220, 221, 222, 223, 224; switch modules 225, 226; management control module 227; expansion card module 228; standard board specifications Calculation module 305 of size; cooling module 301 of specifications and sizes of four-section panels; storage module 302 of specifications and dimensions of four-section panels; calculation module 303 of specifications and dimensions of eight-section panels; calculation module 304 of specifications and dimensions of fourteen-section panels.

Detailed ways

Below in conjunction with accompanying drawing, the utility model is described in detail.

In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the utility model clearer, the utility model will be further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described here are only used to explain the utility model, and are not intended to limit the utility model.

As shown in Figure 1, a specific embodiment of the present utility model is such:

Various connectors, network connection ports 129 and power supply input ports 130 are fixed on the base plate, and power or signal lines are laid between these connectors and the connection ports, and these lines are laid on the base plate or the middle layer of the base plate. The network connection port 129 is used to implement data communication between the functional modules on the bottom board and the upper layer structure or the outside world. The power supply input port 130 is used to realize the power supply of the external power supply system to each module on the bottom board 10 .

Among them, the connectors are basically divided into three categories, and the symbols 101 to 124 in the figure show the first type of connectors, which are used to insert functional modules such as computing modules, storage modules, network modules and/or heat dissipation modules. In the example, the first type of connector uses the MXM 3.0 314PIN connector, but the signal line connected to the connector PIN is not limited to the standard definition of the MXM 3.0 standard connector.

Marks 125-126 in the figure show second-type connectors for plugging in switch modules. In one embodiment, there may be only one second-type connector for plugging in one switch module. The second type of connectors and all the first type of connectors have network signal line connections (that is, one or more PIN pins of the first type of connectors are connected with one or more PIN pins of the second type of connectors. The connection between the connecting piece and the connecting port refers to the connection between the PIN pins or pins), the first second type connecting piece and the network connection port have a network signal line connection.

In another embodiment, in order to realize redundant configuration of network functions, a backup second-type connector may be provided for plugging in a backup switch module. The backup second-type connector is the same as the above-mentioned second-type connector, and is connected to all the first-type connectors with network signal lines, and is also connected to the network connection port with a network signal line.

Among them, the same as the first type of connector, the second type of connector can use MXM 3.0 230PIN connector.

127 shown in the figure is a third type of connector, which is used for plugging in the management control module. The third type of connecting piece is connected with the aforementioned first type and second type of connecting piece with control and management signal lines.

In other embodiments, a fourth type of connector 128 is also provided on the base plate, and the fourth type of connector is used for inserting an expansion card module; , the fourth-type connector 128 and the third-type connector 127 are connected with control and management signal lines.

Among them, the third type of connector and the fourth type of connector can use NGFF B-type connectors, but the signal lines connected to the connector PIN pins are not limited to the standard definition of NGFF B-type standard connectors.

In other embodiments, an indicator light is arranged on the front end of the base plate, and the indicator light is connected with the third type connector with a control management signal line.

It should be noted that the layout of the first-type connectors is as follows: Referring to FIG. 1 , the first-type connectors are divided into 4 columns. The sockets of the first-type connectors in the first row are opposite to the sockets of the first-type connectors in the second row, and there is a certain distance between the two rows for placing functional modules; the first-type connectors in the third row and the first-type The sockets of the similar connectors are facing oppositely, and there is a certain size between the two columns for placing the functional modules.

Specifically, each column contains 6 first-type connectors, and the first to sixth first-type connectors in the first row are respectively connected to the first to sixth first-type connectors in the second row. Alignment, the 1st to 6th connectors of the first type in the third row are respectively aligned with the 1st to 6th connectors of the first type in the fourth row.

This design can be plugged with functional modules of different specifications and sizes as required, such as standard boards, double-section boards, four-section boards, eight-section boards, and fourteen-section boards. Among them, the standard version 305 needs to occupy the entire space between two columns of first-type connectors. The size of the double-section plate is one-half of the standard version, and the size of the four-section plate 301 and 302 is one-third of the standard version. The size of the eight-section board 303 is one-sixth of the standard version, and the size of the fourteen-section boards 201-224, 304 is one-twelfth of the standard version.

As shown in Figure 2, calculation modules 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 216, 217 are arranged on the base plate. , 218, 219, 220, 221, 222, 223, 224, and switch modules 225, 226, management control module 227 and expansion card module 228. Each first-type connector is plugged with a computing module. Each module performs data communication and electrical connection with the backplane 10 through a corresponding connector. Through this embodiment, the user can obtain computing resources to the maximum and realize more server system applications.

In FIG. 3 , the bottom plate 10 schematically deploys a calculation module 305 of standard board size, a heat dissipation module 301 of four-segment board size, a storage module 302 of four-segment board size, and a calculation module 303 of eight-segment board size. 1. Calculation module 304 of the specification and size of the fourteen-section plate. Figure 3 specifically shows that functional module standards of different specifications and sizes can be configured on the backplane 10 according to different application requirements. Through this embodiment, users can obtain desired computing resources, and at the same time can obtain good storage resources and system heat dissipation effects .

Among them, the standard board does not necessarily need to be plugged with 12 (two rows) of the first type of connectors. The computing module 305 in this embodiment only needs to be connected with one first type of connector. A type of connector is suspended. Similarly, it is not necessary to use 4 or 2 connectors for a four-section board or an eight-section board. According to needs, at least one connector can be used, and the unused connectors can be suspended.

It can be seen that the layout of the connectors in the present invention maximizes compatibility with functional modules of different sizes. According to the different needs of customers, it is only necessary to change the type of functional modules without changing the structure of the bottom plate.

The server bottom plate provided by the utility model is suitable for server cabinets of various sizes, and is preferably installed in a 19-inch standard server cabinet. The installation method can be fixed by screws, or installed by telescopic slide rails, or installed by blade-type integral plug-in. Wait for the installation method.

The above descriptions are only preferred embodiments of the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent replacements and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model shall be included in this utility model. within the scope of protection of utility models.

Claims (9)

1. A server backplane, characterized by comprising: multiple first-type connectors (101-124), at least one second-type connector (125, 126), third-type connectors (127), network connection port (129) and power connection port (130); Among them, the first type of connector is used to plug in the functional module; the second type of connector is used to plug in the switch module; the third type of connector is used to plug in the management control module; The power connection port is connected to all the first-type connectors, second-type connectors and third-type connectors with power cords; The first second-type connector has a network signal line connection with all the first-type connectors; the first second-type connector has a network signal line connection with the network connection port; the third-type connector has a network signal line connection with the first-type Both the connector and the second type of connector have control and management signal line connections; And the first type of connectors are divided into 4 columns; and the sockets of the first type of connectors in the first row and the second row of the first type of connectors are facing each other, and there is a certain size between the two rows for placing functional modules; the third The sockets of the first-type connectors in the row are opposite to the sockets of the first-type connectors in the fourth row, and there is a certain distance between the two rows for placing functional modules. 2. A server chassis according to claim 1, wherein each column contains n first-type connectors, and n is a natural number greater than 1; the 1st to nth first-type connectors in the first column The connectors are respectively aligned with the 1st to nth first-type connectors in the second column, and the 1st to nth first-type connectors in the third column are respectively aligned with the 1st to nth connectors in the fourth column. Alignment of a first-type connector. 3 . The server chassis according to claim 2 , wherein the n is 6. 4 . 4 . The server chassis according to claim 1 , wherein the functional modules are computing modules, storage modules, network modules and/or cooling modules. 5. The server chassis according to claim 1, further comprising a fourth-type connector (128), the fourth-type connector is used for plugging in an expansion module; and the fourth-type connection The connector of the fourth type is connected with the power connection port by a power line, and the connector of the fourth type is connected with a signal line of control management with the connector of the third type. 6 . The server chassis according to claim 1 , further comprising a signal light, and the signal light is connected to the second type of connector with a control signal line. 7 . 7. A server chassis according to claim 1, wherein the first type of connector is an MXM 3.0 314PIN connector; the second type of connector is an MXM 3.0 230PIN connector; The third type of connector is the NGFF B-type connector. 8 . The server bottom plate according to claim 1 , wherein the server bottom plate is used to be installed in a 19-inch standard server case. 9. A server chassis according to claim 1, further comprising a second second-type connector; said second second-type connector and all first-type connectors are networked Signal line connection; the second second type connector is connected to the network connection port with a network signal line.