Packaging mechanism for a portable computer

Abstract

A high performance workstation computer to be portable without any performance limitations has been developed. The portable computer includes a computer unit, a protective case, and a protective cover. The computer unit is mounted in the protective case and may be removed if the user desires. The protective cover attaches to the protective case and it contains the accessories for the computer unit. A footing mechanism is also attached to the bottom of the protective case. It may be adjusted to properly orient the screen of the computer unit when it is operated from the protective case.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application claims priority from U.S. Utility patent application Ser. No. 10 / 771,879 entitled “Packaging Mechanism for a Portable Computer” that was filed on Feb. 3, 2004 which in turn, claims priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 444,419 entitled “Packaging Mechanism for a Portable Computer” that was filed on Feb. 3, 2003.BACKGROUND OF INVENTION [0002] 1. Field of the Invention [0003] The invention relates generally to computer packaging. More specifically, the invention relates to a packaging mechanism for a portable computer. [0004] 2. Background Art [0005] Portability is a feature that is greatly desired in computers. A whole sub-class of computers commonly called “notebooks” or “laptops” has developed around the concept of portability. However, when compared with a more conventional desktop or “workstation” computer, the performance of notebooks is generally lacking. Specifically, notebook computers lag behi...

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Benefits of technology

[0008] Advantages of the present invention include: a tilting mechanism that allows for an ergonomically comfortable screen orientation; a “box in box” construction that protects the interior computer unit from shocks of sudden impacts; storage of accessories in a convenient accessory pack for the computer; an interior computer “box” that can be easily removed from its protective case and rack mounted; a triple display screen configuration for the portable computer; a thermal cooling system; and a retainer support plate for PCI cards.

Problems solved by technology

However, when compared with a more conventional desktop or “workstation” computer, the performance of notebooks is generally lacking.

Notebook computers usually are not capable of upgrade except for the addition of more memory.

Also, such features as a keyboard, a screen, or a mouse (in the form of a touchpad, etc.) tend to be smaller and more difficult to use.

Additionally, notebook computers tend to be fragile since there internal components are packed into minimal space.

As a result, any sudden impact can easily damage the computer.

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