TWI707622B - Link frame for door of rack - Google Patents

Abstract

A link frame for a rear door of a rack includes a boundary assembly and a middle assembly. The boundary assembly encloses a two-dimensional size corresponding to the rack. The middle assembly is disposed within the two-dimensional size of the boundary assembly, and the middle assembly is configured to provide connection to a member in a fixed or detachable manner.

Description

Cabinet door transfer frame

This case is about the field of a cabinet, especially a rear door of the cabinet and the transfer frame between the cabinet.

The cabinet is an indispensable device in the computing/data center. Therefore, the Standards Association or the Industry Association has formulated several standards for the size, material, and hole positions of the cabinet, which have allowed general manufacturers to follow. Therefore, accessories that increase the use value of the cabinet must also take into account standard and flexibility to meet the needs of users. In addition, the liquid-cooled heat exchange system is an indispensable element in the operation of the server or network equipment placed in the cabinet. How to integrate the components of the cabinet and the liquid-cooled heat exchange system, taking into account the effective use of space and the improvement of heat exchange efficiency And maintenance quality is also one of the directions that general manufacturers can think about when developing cabinet accessories.

In order to increase the use value of the cabinet, this case provides a cabinet door transfer frame with a standardized and flexible mechanism, which is beneficial to the arrangement of components of the liquid-cooled heat exchange system and the assembly of cabinet accessories.

In order to facilitate maintenance personnel to maintain or inspect the equipment or heat exchange system in the cabinet, this case provides a cabinet door adapter frame installed between the cabinet and the condensation door, which is beneficial for maintenance personnel to repair or inspect the equipment or heat exchange system in the cabinet.

According to the above, a cabinet door transfer frame is provided, which includes a frame component and an intermediate frame component. The frame component encloses the two-dimensional size corresponding to the cabinet. The intermediate frame assembly is arranged within the range of the two-dimensional size of the frame assembly, and the intermediate frame assembly provides a part to be connected in a fixed or detachable manner.

In a preferred embodiment, the cabinet door adapter frame further includes a docking mechanism, the frame assembly is connected to the condensation door through the docking mechanism, and the frame assembly is located between the cabinet and the condensation door.

In a preferred embodiment, the frame component includes an upper frame, a lower frame and two side frames to enclose a two-dimensional size.

In a preferred embodiment, the intermediate frame component is connected between the two side frames to define a first space and a second space located above the first space.

In a preferred embodiment, the first space corresponds to the coolant distribution system of the cabinet, and/or the second space corresponds to the components.

In a preferred embodiment, the component includes two working fluid channel components, which are connected to the upper frame and the intermediate frame component in a fixed or detachable manner.

In a preferred embodiment, the two working fluid channel components are parallel or substantially parallel to the two side frames.

In a preferred embodiment, each working fluid channel assembly is provided with working fluid for collecting the working fluid of the heat dissipation manifold of the device in the cabinet, or for introducing the working fluid to the heat dissipation manifold of the device in the cabinet.

In a preferred embodiment, the device of the cabinet includes a server or a network device.

In a preferred embodiment, each working fluid channel assembly includes: a working fluid main pipe; and a first liquid inlet and outlet located on the side of the working fluid main pipe.

In a preferred embodiment, the first liquid inlet and outlet faces the cabinet.

In a preferred embodiment, the first liquid inlet and outlet are coupled to the heat dissipation manifold of the device of the cabinet.

In a preferred embodiment, each working fluid channel assembly further includes a second fluid inlet and outlet located on the side of the working fluid main pipe and coupled to the coolant distribution system of the cabinet.

In a preferred embodiment, the working fluid channel assembly further includes a pump arranged in the working fluid manifold.

A cabinet door transfer frame is also provided, which includes a frame component and an intermediate frame component. The frame component includes at least two corresponding side frames. The intermediate frame assembly provides a component to be connected in a fixed or detachable manner. The intermediate frame component is connected between the two side frames to define a first space and a second space located above the first space, and the second space corresponds to a component.

In a preferred embodiment, the cabinet door adapter frame further includes a docking mechanism, the frame assembly is connected to the condensation door through the docking mechanism, and the frame assembly is located between the cabinet and the condensation door.

In a preferred embodiment, the component includes two working fluid channel components, which are connected to the frame component in a fixed or detachable manner.

In a preferred embodiment, each working fluid channel assembly is configured to collect working fluid of a heat dissipation manifold of a device of the cabinet, or to introduce working fluid to a heat dissipation manifold of a device in the cabinet.

In a preferred embodiment, each working fluid channel assembly includes: a working fluid main pipe; and a first liquid inlet and outlet located on the side of the working fluid main pipe.

In a preferred embodiment, each working fluid channel assembly further includes a second fluid inlet and outlet located on the side of the working fluid main pipe and coupled to the coolant distribution system of the cabinet.

2‧‧‧Cabinet door adapter frame

3‧‧‧Cabinet body

10‧‧‧Frame components

11、13‧‧‧Upper and lower border

12‧‧‧Interior frame assembly

14‧‧‧Working fluid channel assembly

15, 17‧‧‧Side frame

19‧‧‧Docking mechanism

21, 23‧‧‧Space

42‧‧‧Guide

44‧‧‧Cover body

45‧‧‧Inlet

46, 46A, 46B‧‧‧Working fluid manifold

47‧‧‧Liquid outlet

48‧‧‧The first group of liquid inlet and outlet

48A, 48B‧‧‧First inlet and outlet

49‧‧‧The second group of liquid inlet and outlet

49A, 49B‧‧‧Second liquid inlet and outlet

Fig. 1 is a first perspective three-dimensional diagram of a transfer frame according to an embodiment of the present application.

Fig. 2 is a second perspective three-dimensional schematic diagram of a transfer frame according to an embodiment of the present application.

FIG. 3 is a third perspective schematic diagram of a transfer frame according to another embodiment of the present application.

For the convenience of explanation, the structure, organization or components of the cabinet door transfer frame in the drawing of this case are not based on their application proportions, but need to be enlarged in different proportions according to the description. This is not to limit the cabinet door transfer frame in this case Implementation.

The rack referred to below refers to a single or combined rack placed in a computer room and mainly used to carry multiple vertically stored servers or network equipment. There is no limit to the type of server, such as file server, backup server, web server or mail server, etc. Generally speaking, the finished product of the cabinet body must comply with the hole size regulations specified by the standards of the Standards Association or the Industry Association, so the frame size, the number of holes and the size of the cabinet body are fixed and cannot be changed. In addition, because the waste heat generated by the high-speed or full-speed operation of the server and network equipment needs to be taken away from the cabinet at an accelerated rate to avoid the waste heat from degrading the operating environment of the server or network equipment. Therefore, successive cabinet products are equipped with a condensation door (rear door with cooling kit), that is, a rear door with a fan array is arranged at the rear of the cabinet, and the fan drives the airflow to accelerate the exhaust of waste heat in the cabinet. Therefore, the cabinet door adapter frame referred to below in this case is to provide the connection between the condensation door and the standard cabinet body, but the cabinet door adapter frame is not limited to only cooperate with the condensation door, and can also be matched with the rear door equipped with other components. . Secondly, the components of the cabinet door adapter frame in this case are made of materials that meet the standard specifications, and will not be repeated here.

Figure 1 and Figure 2 are the three-dimensional schematic diagrams of the cabinet door adapter frame of the present case from different perspectives. Figure 1 is the view from the rear door (not drawn on the figure) to the cabinet body (indicated by the dotted line 3), and Figure 2 is from View the cabinet body toward the rear door. Please refer to FIG. 1, the cabinet door transfer frame 2 in this case includes a frame assembly 10, a middle frame assembly 12 and a working fluid channel assembly 14. The frame assembly 10 constitutes the structure of the cabinet door transfer frame 2 and defines the length and width dimensions of the cabinet door transfer frame 2, where the length and width dimensions of the cabinet door transfer frame 2 are equivalent to the length and width dimensions of the matched cabinet. In one embodiment, the frame assembly 10 includes upper and lower frames 11, 13 of equal length and parallel intervals, and two side frames 15, 17 of equal length and parallel intervals. The frames are matched and fixed to each other in an appropriate manner. The way of fixing is the same as the existing way, and will not be repeated here. One or more docking mechanisms 19 are provided on one of the side frames 15, 17 to connect the cabinet and/or the condensation door. In one embodiment, each docking mechanism 19 can be pivotally connected to the cabinet and/or the condensation door, so that the cabinet door transfer frame 2 can pivot relative to the cabinet and/or the condensation door (ie, open or close the door). In other embodiments, each docking mechanism 19 can also provide a cabinet door adapter frame 2 that is only pivotally connected to the cabinet or the condensation door. In one embodiment, the frame assembly 10 is connected to the condensation door (not shown in the figure) through the docking mechanism 19 so that the frame assembly 10 is laterally located between the cabinet body and the condensation door. Furthermore, the frame assembly 10 can also be used for fixing or connecting the intermediate frame assembly 12 or/and the working fluid channel assembly 14.

Continuing to refer to FIGS. 1 and 2, the intermediate frame assembly 12 provides a component for connecting in a fixed or detachable manner. In one embodiment, the intermediate frame assembly 12 includes one or more straight frames or frames with bent parts, which are fixed or connected between the upper and lower frames 11, 13, or can be said to be fixed or connected to the two side frames. Between 15 and 17. Secondly, the middle frame component 12 can define different spaces within the range of the frame component 10 for different uses. In this embodiment, the intermediate frame assembly 12 defines spaces 21 and 23, where the space 21 corresponds to the location of the Coolant Distribution Unit (CDU) in the cabinet, which is convenient for maintenance personnel to directly inspect the coolant distribution system from outside. . On the other hand, the space 23 can be used for arranging the working fluid channel assembly 14. Furthermore, the intermediate frame assembly 12 itself may include a guide rail, a butting hole, etc., to provide other components for connection in a fixed or detachable manner.

Continuing to refer to Figures 1 and 2, the working fluid channel assembly 14 includes two guide rails 42 spaced apart, or more includes a cover 44 covering one of the guide rails 42, wherein the guide rail 42 is detachably connected to the intermediate frame assembly 12 (or, connected to the frame assembly 10 and the intermediate frame assembly 12), and provides a working fluid header 46. In other words, the working fluid header 46 is located between the guide rail 42 and the cover 44. Secondly, the working fluid header 46 collects working fluid from the manifolds of a plurality of servers or network equipment placed in the cabinet, or introduces low-temperature working fluid from the outside to the servers or network equipment in the cabinet. . It can be understood that the cover 44 may include one or more liquid inlets 45 and liquid outlets 47. In one embodiment, the temperature of the working fluid in the multiple working fluid manifolds 46 is different. Secondly, the working fluid header 46 can be made of soft or flexible material, and has an appropriate amount of deformation to withstand external forces. Optionally, the working fluid header 46 can also be made of rigid materials to form a hard tube. In this case, the working fluid header 46 can be composed of one or more rotatable/rotatable adapter sections in a rotating or rotating manner. To respond to external forces.

Based on the above, the cabinet door adapter frame 2 of this case can provide the connection between the cabinet and the condensation door. According to the requirements of operating or maintaining the liquid-cooled heat exchange system of the cabinet, a dedicated window for the maintenance of the coolant distribution system can be planned. Through this window, personnel can easily repair the coolant distribution system without moving to other mechanisms or components. Secondly, the cabinet door adapter frame 2 is provided for setting up the working fluid main pipe, which is convenient for the installation, maintenance and assembly of the water circuit of the liquid-cooled heat exchange system, making the configuration of the cabinet more flexible, and conducive to the flow planning and area of the entire computer room /Use of space.

FIG. 3 is a third perspective schematic diagram of a transfer frame according to another embodiment of the present application. Figure 3 is the view from the cabinet body to the rear door. Please refer to FIG. 3, the cabinet door transfer frame 2 in this case includes a frame assembly 10, a middle frame assembly 12 and two working fluid channel assemblies 14. The frame assembly 10 encloses a two-dimensional size corresponding to the cabinet, for example, a two-dimensional size corresponding to the rear surface of the cabinet. The frame assembly 10 includes an upper frame 11, a lower frame 13, and two side frames 15, 17 to enclose a two-dimensional quadrilateral size, but it is not limited to this. The frames can be matched and fixed to each other in an appropriate manner, such as welding, locking, etc. In some embodiments, the frame assembly includes at least two corresponding side frames 15 and 17.

The intermediate frame assembly 10 is connected between the two side frames 15 and 17 to define a first space 21 and a second space 23 located above the first space 21. The intermediate frame assembly 10 and the side frames 15 and 17 can be matched and fixed to each other in an appropriate manner, such as welding, locking, and the like. The first space 21 corresponds to the coolant distribution system of the cabinet (not shown in the figure). In some embodiments, the first space 21 laterally abuts the coolant distribution system. The second space 23 corresponds to the working fluid channel components 14 and/or devices (not shown in the figure) that need to be radiated in the cabinet, such as servers or network equipment. In some embodiments, the second space 23 is laterally adjacent to the server or network equipment.

The two working fluid channel components 14 are parallel or substantially parallel to the two side frames. Each working fluid channel assembly 14 is provided with a working fluid used to collect the working fluid of a heat dissipation manifold (not shown in the figure) of the equipment in the cabinet, or a heat dissipation manifold used to introduce the working fluid to the equipment in the cabinet. Devices include servers or network equipment. The two working fluid channel assemblies 14 include a plurality of working fluid header pipes 46 and a first group of liquid inlet and outlet ports 48. The first set of liquid inlets and outlets 48 are located on the sides of the working fluid main pipes 46 and face the cabinet. The first set of liquid inlets and outlets 48 can be coupled to the heat dissipation manifold of the device. In some embodiments, the first set of liquid inlets and outlets 48 may be connected to the heat dissipation manifold of the device through a pipe (not shown in the figure). In this way, the cooled working fluid can be introduced through one of the two working fluid headers 46 (for example, the working fluid header 46A) and one of the first set of liquid inlet and outlet ports 48 (for example, the first liquid inlet and outlet 48A). To the heat dissipation manifold of the device (such as server or network equipment), and then absorb the heat generated by the device, the working fluid can pass through the other one of the corresponding first set of liquid inlets 48 (for example, the first liquid inlet 48B ) Is introduced into the other of the two working fluid manifolds 46 (for example, the working fluid manifold 46B) to help the device perform liquid cooling and heat dissipation.

In some embodiments, the two working fluid channel assemblies 14 further include a second set of liquid inlets and outlets 49, which are located on the sides of the working fluid main pipes 46 and are coupled to the coolant distribution system of the cabinet. In this way, the hot working fluid collected in the working fluid manifold 46B can be introduced into the coolant distribution system through one of the second set of liquid inlets and outlets 49 (for example, the second liquid inlet and outlet 49B) for cooling, and then The cooled working fluid passes through the other of the second set of liquid inlets 49 (for example, the second liquid inlet 49A) and is led back to the working fluid manifold 46A to continue the liquid supply of the device (such as a server or network equipment). Cold heat dissipation. In some embodiments, the working fluid header 46A is provided with a pump (not shown in the figure) to help the cooled working fluid be transported to each first liquid inlet and outlet 48A, and then to each corresponding server or network Inside the cooling manifold of the device. In some embodiments, the position of the pump is close to the upper frame 11. In some embodiments, the position of the pump is between the upper end of the working fluid manifold 46 and the highest first fluid inlet and outlet 48A.

What must be explained here is that the above detailed description in conjunction with the drawings is only provided for the purpose of explaining the technical content and characteristics of the case. Anyone with general knowledge in the field of the case should understand the technology of the case. After the content and features, all simple modifications, replacements, or reductions in components made without violating the spirit of this case should fall within the scope of the patent application disclosed below.

2‧‧‧Cabinet door adapter frame

3‧‧‧Cabinet body

10‧‧‧Frame components

11、13‧‧‧Upper and lower border

12‧‧‧Interior frame assembly

14‧‧‧Working fluid channel assembly

15, 17‧‧‧Side frame

19‧‧‧Docking mechanism

21, 23‧‧‧Space

42‧‧‧Guide

44‧‧‧Cover body

45‧‧‧Inlet

47‧‧‧Liquid outlet

Claims (15)

A cabinet door transfer frame, comprising: a frame assembly including an upper frame, a lower frame and two side frames to enclose a two-dimensional size corresponding to a cabinet; and a frame assembly arranged on the two sides of the frame assembly Within the range of dimension size, the intermediate frame assembly provides a part to be connected in a fixed or detachable manner. The part includes two working fluid channel assemblies, which connect the upper frame and the intermediate frame assembly in a fixed or detachable manner. Each of the working fluid channel components is provided with a working fluid for collecting a heat dissipation manifold of a device of the cabinet, or for introducing a working fluid to a heat dissipation manifold of a device in the cabinet. For example, the cabinet door adapter frame described in item 1 of the scope of patent application further includes a docking mechanism through which the frame assembly is connected to a condensation door, and the frame assembly is located between the cabinet and the condensation door. According to the cabinet door transfer frame described in the first item of the scope of patent application, the intermediate frame assembly is connected between the two side frames to define a first space and a second space above the first space. For the cabinet door adapter frame described in item 3 of the scope of patent application, the first space corresponds to a coolant distribution system of the cabinet, and/or the second space corresponds to a component. For the cabinet door adapter frame described in item 1 of the scope of patent application, the two working fluid channel components are parallel or substantially parallel to the two side frames. For the cabinet door adapter frame described in item 1 of the scope of patent application, the device of the cabinet includes a server or network equipment. According to the cabinet door adapter frame described in item 1 of the scope of patent application, each of the working fluid channel components includes: a working fluid main pipe; and a first liquid inlet and outlet located on the side of the working fluid main pipe. For the cabinet door adapter frame described in item 7 of the scope of patent application, the first liquid inlet and outlet face the cabinet. According to the cabinet door adapter frame described in item 7 of the scope of patent application, the first liquid inlet and outlet are coupled to the heat dissipation manifold of the device of the cabinet. According to the cabinet door adapter frame described in item 7 of the scope of patent application, each of the working fluid channel components further includes a second fluid inlet and outlet located on the side of the working fluid main pipe and coupled to a coolant of the cabinet Distribution system. For the cabinet door adapter frame described in item 7 of the scope of patent application, the working fluid channel assembly further includes a pump arranged in the working fluid manifold. An adapter frame for a cabinet door, comprising: a frame assembly including at least two corresponding side frames; and a frame assembly for providing a part to be connected in a fixed or detachable manner. The part includes two working fluid channel assemblies , To connect the frame components in a fixed or detachable manner, and each of the working fluid channel components is configured to collect working fluid from a heat dissipation manifold of a device of a cabinet, or to introduce working fluid to a device in a cabinet A heat dissipation manifold; wherein the frame assembly is connected between the two side frames to define a first space and a second space located above the first space, and the second space corresponds to the component. For example, the cabinet door adapter frame described in item 12 of the scope of patent application further includes a docking mechanism through which the frame assembly is connected to a condensation door, and the frame assembly is located between a cabinet and the condensation door. According to the cabinet door adapter frame described in item 12 of the scope of patent application, each of the working fluid channel components includes: a working fluid main pipe; and a first liquid inlet and outlet located on the side of the working fluid main pipe. The cabinet door adapter frame described in item 14 of the scope of patent application, wherein each of the working fluid channel components further includes a second fluid inlet and outlet located on the side of the working fluid main pipe and coupled to a coolant of a cabinet Distribution system.

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