KR20000009487A - Computer body - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE: A computer body is provided to facile an upgrade or a repair of computer system by changing the computer body. CONSTITUTION: The computer body having a hexahedron of rectangle comprises a front sheathing of which at least one auxiliary memory device is formed on one plane having greater area to be operated outside, a frame extended and formed in the front sheathing, having a main circuit board equipped with a central processing unit(CPU) and a power supply device, an outer connector formed in one side of the frame for connecting a cable connector of an outer device controlled by the CPU. The computer includes a cover having a hinge for opening and closing of a cover at one side of the frame with the CPU and the power supply device formed in one side.

Description

Computer body

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a computer body, and more particularly, to a computer body whose structure is improved to enable various upgrades and appearance designs.

1 is a schematic perspective view showing the configuration of a computer system employing a general computer body.

Referring to the drawings, in general, a computer system includes a computer main body 11 that stores data and performs arithmetic and logic processing according to an input command, and a monitor 12 that outputs processing results by the computer main body 11. ), A keyboard 13 and a mouse 14 having a plurality of input keys and inputting arbitrary commands. In addition, speakers 15a and 15b may be further installed as an output device for playing an audio (music) CD (compact disk). Such a computer system is usually placed on the table 16 for the user to work on.

2 is a perspective view schematically showing the back of the computer main body 11.

Referring to the drawings, the computer main body 11 typically includes an exterior case 11a, various circuit components, various input / output terminals, and auxiliary storage devices such as a CD ROM drive and a floppy disk drive. The main frame 11b on which the FDD, the hard disk drive (HDD), or the like is mounted is fixedly coupled using a predetermined fastening member 11c.

In particular, the appearance case (11a) is a variety of forms depending on the model type of the computer main body 11, the entire appearance case (11a) may be made of a plastic injection molded article, and the front case made of a plastic injection molded article 'C-shaped rear case made of chassis may be combined with each other. When upgrading to improve the function of the computer main body 11, the fastening member 11c is disassembled using a predetermined disassembly tool 17 on the rear surface of the computer main body 11 from the main frame 11b. Disassemble the exterior case 11a.

3 schematically shows an exploded perspective view of the computer body 11 thus disassembled.

Referring to the drawings, the computer body 11 is disassembled into a main frame 11b on which an exterior case 11a and various components described above are mounted. Such a computer body 11 is typically composed of a rectangular hexahedron.

By the way, in installing the various circuit parts and peripheral devices standardized in the world on the computer main body 11, the front exterior part 11d is formed on one surface of the rectangular hexahedron of the computer main body 11 which is narrower in area. Since the CD-ROM drive 18 and the FDD 19 are installed in the main frame 11b so as to be exposed to the front exterior part 11d, they are generally used.

As a result, the difference in appearance size and internal structure is insignificant for each product according to a hardware function of the computer main body 11, and there is a limitation in differentiating the appearance design as well as the front exterior part 11d.

In addition, the computer main body 11 has a relatively long depth width of the exterior case 11a compared to the left and right widths of the front exterior part 11d, and occupies a lot of work space in a general situation in which the computer main body 11 is placed on the table 16. There is a problem inconvenient for the user, and the mounting of the components inefficient in mounting various components inside the computer main body 11, the computer main body 11 becomes larger than necessary.

In addition, when upgrading the function of the computer main body 11, as described above, the discomfort associated with disassembly and reassembly of many fastening members is accompanied.

The present invention was created to solve the above problems, it is possible to express a variety of appearance design, to efficiently arrange various parts, and to provide a computer main body that can be easily upgraded by the user There is this.

1 is a schematic perspective view showing the configuration of a general computer system.

2 is a perspective view schematically showing the back of the computer body of FIG.

3 is a schematic exploded perspective view illustrating the computer body of FIG. 2.

Figure 4 is a schematic perspective view showing the configuration of a computer system employing a computer body according to the present invention.

5 is a schematic perspective view of the computer body of FIG.

<Description of the symbols for the main parts of the drawings>

21. Computer body 21a. Front enclosure

21b. Mainframe 21c. cover

22d. Hinge 22e. External connection

22. Monitor 23. Keyboard

24. Mouse 25a, 25b. speaker

Table 27.FDD

28. CD-ROM drive 29. Main circuit board

30. Power Supply 31. HDD

32. Cable connector 33. Power switch

The computer main body of the present invention for achieving the above object is provided in one of two surfaces having the largest area in the rectangular hexahedron in the computer main body consisting of a rectangular hexahedron, the predetermined data At least one auxiliary storage device for reading and storing the front exterior is installed to be operable from the outside; A frame extending from the front exterior part and having a main circuit board equipped with a central processing unit and a power supply device for supplying power; And an external connection unit installed at one side of the frame and connected to a cable connector of an external device controlled by the central processing unit.

The computer main body of the present invention for achieving the other object as described above, the front exterior unit is installed so that at least one auxiliary memory device for reading and storing the predetermined data is operable from the outside; A frame extending and installed in the front exterior part; A cover installed to be hinged so as to be opened and closed at one side of the frame, and a cover having a main circuit board equipped with a central processing unit and a power supply unit for supplying power; And an external connection part installed on the other side of the frame and connected to a cable connector of an external device controlled by the central processing unit.

Hereinafter, exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

4 is a schematic perspective view showing the configuration of a computer system employing a computer main body according to the present invention.

Referring to the drawings, a computer system includes a computer main body 21 having a plurality of circuit components, an auxiliary memory device, and a central processing unit (CPU) installed to store data and perform calculation and logic processing according to an input command. And a monitor 22 for displaying a result of processing by the computer main body 21 as an image, and a keyboard 23 for inputting a predetermined command so that a command signal is transmitted to the computer main body 21 with a plurality of input keys. And a mouse 24 or the like. In addition, the speakers 25a and 25b may be further provided to reproduce the audio output from the computer main body 21 so as to be heard by the user. This computer body is usually placed on a table 26 so that a user can operate it.

In particular, one side of the computer main body 21 is connected to the computer main body 21 by each cable or cable connector of the monitor 22, the keyboard 23, the mouse 24, and the speakers 25a and 25b. The connecting portion 21e is provided. In addition, a power switch 33 for supplying or cutting off power to the computer main body 21, and a front external unit in which the FDD 27 and the CD-ROM drive 28 of the above-described auxiliary storage device can be externally operated. 21a).

Features of the computer main body according to the present invention employed in the computer system having such a configuration will be described in more detail.

5 schematically shows a perspective view of the computer body 21 of FIG. 4.

Referring to the drawings, the computer main body 21 is composed of a substantially rectangular hexahedron, and is an auxiliary storage device that reads and stores predetermined data, and importantly as an auxiliary storage device like the FDD 27. A CD-ROM drive 28 which occupies a position and reads and plays an optical medium, a power switch 33 which is installed to apply or cut power to the computer main body 21, and such a FDD 27 and a CD-ROM. The drive 28 and the power switch 33 are exposed to the outside of the computer main body 21 so that the front exterior part 21a formed so as to be able to operate them from the outside is provided.

The main frame 21b is extended to the front exterior part 21a and is installed on at least one side of the main frame 21b to open and close the main frame 21b to mount the central processing unit 29a. Covers 21c are provided to allow the main circuit board 29 and the power supply device 30 for supplying power to be exposed or concealed to the outside.

The HDD 31 is installed in the main frame 21b as an auxiliary memory device that stores, reads, and reproduces predetermined data. In particular, in the computer main body 21, the front exterior part 21a is installed on one of two surfaces having the largest area in the rectangular hexahedron described above.

The cover 21c is installed on a surface facing the front exterior part 21a, that is, immediately after the front exterior part 21a, and a predetermined hinge connecting the main frame 21b and the cover 21c. The branch portion 21d is provided to be hinged. In addition, the cover 21c includes the main circuit board 29 and the power supply device 30 described above. However, the cover 21c does not necessarily need to be installed at the rear of the computer main body 21. However, the cover 21c may be hingedly installed, and a main circuit board 29 and a power supply device 30 may be installed on one surface of the cover 21c, and the cover of the computer body 21 may be provided. The installation position of 21c is not limited.

At least one side of the main frame 21b, that is, at least one side of the left and right sides of the computer body 21 is controlled by the central processing unit 29a to the side where the power supply device 30 is installed. A plurality of cable connectors 32 for connecting an external connection device such as a printer (not shown) or a monitor 22 to the main body and an external connection portion 21e for installing a communication cable (not shown) are provided. do. Similarly, the installation position of the external connection portion 21e in the computer main body 21 is not limited to the embodiment shown in Figs.

The computer main body 21 according to the present invention having such a configuration has a table 26 having a computer main body 21 in which the position of the general front exterior part 21a is provided on one surface of the rectangular hexahedron with the largest area. It is placed at the rear of the to make the installation space of the keyboard 23 and the mouse 24 substantially used by a user more relaxed. When the front exterior part 21a of the computer main body 21 is placed on the front surface where the user is located, the area protruding toward the user is reduced because it is installed on the table 26 in the width direction of the main body 21a.

In addition, since various components are installed in the computer main body 21 in a narrow width direction, the space inside the computer main body 21 can be efficiently secured. This is because no empty space is generated between the front exterior part 21a and the cover 21c as in the embodiment shown in FIGS. 4 to 5.

In addition, when the internal defect of the computer main body 21 or the upgrade is to be performed, only the cover 21c is opened and closed. The cover 21c is provided with a main circuit board 29 and a power supply device 30 on which the central processing unit 29a is mounted, so that the front exterior part 21a and the main frame 21b are separately disassembled, or It is not necessary to separate the main circuit board 29 or the power supply device 30 from the computer body 21. Therefore, easy upgrade or repair is possible.

When the cover 21c is opened, the rear portions of the FDD 27, the CD-ROM drive 28, and the HDD 31 are visible, so that the replacement and repair thereof can be easily performed. In particular, since the cover 21c is opened and closed by the hinge portion 21d, the main circuit board 29 and the power supply device 30 may be safely positioned when the cover 21c is opened and closed.

The monitor 22, the cable connector 32, and the external connection portion 21e on which the communication cable is installed are installed at one side of the left and right sides of the computer main body 21. The connection or disconnection can be facilitated.

In general, external devices such as a monitor 22 and a printer are installed on the table 26 on the left and right sides of the computer main body 21. Therefore, when the external device is to be installed, the cable connector 32 may be removed. It can be easily connected to the external connection portion 21e. In particular, since the external connection portion 21e is installed on the left and right sides, the computer main body 21 can be brought into close contact with the rear of the table 26. As a result, the table 26 More space).

The computer main body according to the present invention as described above has the following effects.

In the computer body consisting of a rectangular hexahedron, the front exterior part is provided on one side of the rectangular hexahedron, so that the appearance can be diversified or differentiated, and the arrangement of various components can be efficiently realized. One product can be implemented.

And since the main body is less protruding toward the user, the user's work can be made more convenient.

In addition, by installing a cover that can be opened and closed on one side of the frame of the computer main body, and the main circuit board and the power supply is installed on the cover, only the cover can be opened to upgrade or repair.

Similarly, replacement of additional devices mounted on the computer main body such as a CD-ROM drive, an HDD, and an FDD can be facilitated.

In addition, since an external connection unit for installing various cable connectors for connecting an external device such as a printer and a monitor is installed on one side of the left and right sides of the main body, the cable connectors can be easily coupled or released from the computer main body.

In this way, since the external connection portion is located on the left and right side of the main body can be in close contact with the rear of the working space it is easy to secure the working space.

Although the present invention has been described with reference to one embodiment shown in the drawings, this is merely exemplary, and it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various modifications and equivalent embodiments are possible.

Therefore, the true scope of protection of the present invention should be defined only by the appended claims.

Claims (2)

In a computer body consisting of a substantially rectangular rectangular cube, A front exterior part provided on one surface of two surfaces having the largest area in the rectangular hexahedron and having at least one auxiliary memory device for reading and storing predetermined data so as to be operable from the outside; A frame extending from the front exterior part and having a main circuit board equipped with a central processing unit and a power supply device for supplying power; And an external connection unit installed at one side of the frame and connected to a cable connector of an external device controlled by the central processing unit. A front exterior unit to which at least one auxiliary memory device for reading and storing predetermined data is installed to be operable from the outside; A frame extending and installed in the front exterior part; A cover installed to be hinged so as to be opened and closed at one side of the frame, and a cover having a main circuit board equipped with a central processing unit and a power supply unit for supplying power; And an external connection unit installed at the other side of the frame and connected to a cable connector of an external device controlled by the central processing unit.