A server memory location checking system and method

Abstract

This invention proposes a server memory location inspection system and method, including a mounting plate and a processing module. The processing module is fixed to the mounting plate. The mounting plate has multiple sets of positioning pins corresponding to memory mounting slots on the server's motherboard, with each set of positioning pins corresponding to one memory mounting slot. Each positioning pin is equipped with a pressure-sensitive block, which can detect pressure values ​​in real time and transmit the signals to the processing module through the positioning pins. The server memory location inspection system provided by this invention is simple, reliable, reusable, and the inspection method is simple, with clear alerting functions, which can reduce the probability of factory anomalies and promote lean production.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of server technology, and more specifically to a server memory location checking system and method. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of social informatization, the demand for servers is becoming increasingly diversified. Different users have different specific configuration requirements for the same server. Server manufacturers need to be able to accurately meet these diverse needs in order to adapt to these new changes.

[0003] The component with the most configuration changes is the server's memory. Different quantities of memory require different installation locations. Existing inspection methods mainly rely on employees checking against a location list or using a diagnostic system after assembly. Manual checking by operators is prone to oversights; diagnostic system checks are insufficient because the machine has already been assembled; furthermore, improper installation of server memory is common and difficult to detect through manual observation alone. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention addresses the problems of low efficiency in checking server memory location and the ease with which server memory may be installed incorrectly, by proposing a server memory location checking system and method.

[0005] In a first aspect, the present invention proposes a server memory location checking system, including a mounting plate and a processing module. The processing module is fixed to the mounting plate. The mounting plate is provided with multiple sets of positioning pins corresponding to the memory mounting slots on the motherboard of the server. Each set of positioning pins corresponds to one memory mounting slot. Each positioning pin is equipped with a pressure-sensitive block, which can detect pressure values ​​in real time and transmit signals to the processing module through the positioning pins.

[0006] Preferably, a strip-shaped groove extending along the long axis of the pressure-sensitive block is provided in the middle of the pressure-sensitive block. The strip-shaped groove can accommodate the top of the server memory. Pressure-sensitive detection modules are provided at both ends of the strip-shaped groove, and the pressure-sensitive detection modules can detect the pressure value in real time.

[0007] Preferably, it also includes an inspection window, which is configured to correspond to the memory mounting slot on the motherboard of the server, and the positioning pins are provided on opposite sides of the inspection window.

[0008] Preferably, the mounting plate is U-shaped, with grooves on both sides, and the mounting plate is attached to the inside of the server chassis through the grooves.

[0009] Preferably, the processing module is provided with a USB interface for power supply and data transmission.

[0010] Preferably, the processing module can collect and compare the pressure data of the pressure-sensitive block through the positioning pin and can interface with the production system.

[0011] Preferably, the mounting plate is also equipped with an alarm, which can receive signals transmitted by the processing module and issue alarm messages.

[0012] Secondly, the present invention also proposes a checking method based on the above-mentioned server memory location checking system. The method using the above-mentioned server memory location checking system specifically includes the following steps:

[0013] S1: After the memory is installed, mount the mounting plate inside the chassis. The production system scans the server SN information and transmits the memory location information of the corresponding SN server to the processing module;

[0014] S2: Pressure-sensitive blocks with server memory installed in the corresponding positions will be lifted by the top of the memory. At this time, the pressure-sensitive detection module on the pressure-sensitive block will detect the pressure value and transmit it to the processing module; pressure-sensitive blocks without server memory installed in the corresponding positions will not be lifted, and the pressure value is zero; the processing module can identify which positions have server memory installed based on this.

[0015] S3: After receiving the pressure value data, the processing module compares the two pressure values ​​on the same pressure-sensitive block. If both sides of the server memory are installed in place, the pressure values ​​are the same. If the difference between the two pressure values ​​exceeds the error range, the processing module transmits the corresponding signal to the alarm and triggers the alarm to issue an alarm message. At the same time, it transmits the error reason and location information to the production system, which displays it on the screen and waits for the operator to handle it.

[0016] S4: The processing module compares the detected actual server memory location information with the memory specification requirements in the production system. If a difference is found, the corresponding signal is transmitted to the alarm and the alarm is triggered to issue an alarm message. At the same time, the error reason and location are transmitted to the production system, which displays them on the screen and waits for the operator to handle them.

[0017] Preferably, the following steps are included before step S1:

[0018] (1): When each customer’s specific requirements are issued, servers with the same requirements are arranged as an order for production, and the corresponding memory specification requirements location information is generated in the production system.

[0019] Preferably, step (1) is followed by the following steps:

[0020] A: Before the server is put into production, first connect the mounting plate to the computer with the production system via USB cable and check whether all pressure-sensitive blocks are installed on the positioning pins.

[0021] The beneficial effects of this invention are:

[0022] The server memory location checking system provided by this invention is simple, reliable, reusable, and has a simple checking method and clear reminder function, which can reduce the probability of factory anomalies and promote lean production. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solution of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the server memory location checking system described in this invention.

[0025] Figure 2 This is a simplified structural diagram of the pressure-sensitive block described in this invention.

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the processing module and the pressure-sensitive block described in this invention.

[0027] In the diagram: 1. Hanging plate, 2. Processing module, 3. Inspection window, 4. Positioning pin, 5. Pressure-sensitive block, 6. Groove, 7. Alarm, 8. Strip groove. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the objectives, features, and advantages of this invention more apparent and understandable, the technical solutions of this invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the specific embodiments. Obviously, the embodiments described below are only some embodiments of this invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this patent, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this patent.

[0029] Example 1

[0030] like Figures 1 to 3As shown, in this embodiment, the present invention first proposes a server memory location inspection system, including a mounting plate 1 and a processing module 2. The mounting plate 1 can be made of rigid plastic. The processing module 2 is fixed to the mounting plate 1. The mounting plate 1 has an inspection window 3, which corresponds to the memory installation slots on the server motherboard. Positioning pins 4 are arranged on opposite sides of the inspection window 3. The mounting plate 1 has multiple sets of positioning pins 4 corresponding to the memory installation slots on the server motherboard, and each set of positioning pins 4 corresponds to one memory installation slot. Figure 1 In the example shown, there are 24 memory mounting slots on the motherboard, therefore there are 24 groups of positioning pins 4, totaling 48 pins. Each positioning pin 4 is equipped with a pressure-sensitive block 5, which can detect the pressure value in real time and transmit the signal to the processing module 2 through the positioning pin 4. It is evident that signal transmission is possible between the positioning pin 4 and the pressure-sensitive block 5, and each group of positioning pins 4 has a corresponding line connecting to the processing module 2 on the mounting plate 1. Figure 1 As can be seen, the mounting plate 1 is U-shaped, and grooves 6 are provided on both sides of the mounting plate 1. The mounting plate 1 is hooked onto the inside of the server chassis through the grooves 6. The processing module 2 is equipped with a USB interface for power supply and data transmission. The processing module 2 can collect and compare the pressure data of the pressure-sensitive block 5 through the positioning pin 4 and can interface with the production system (MES). At the same time, the mounting plate 1 is also equipped with an alarm 7. The alarm 7 can receive the signal transmitted by the processing module 2 and issue alarm messages, such as real-time alarms through light and sound.

[0031] Specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, a strip-shaped groove 8 extending along the long axis of the pressure-sensitive block 5 is provided in the middle of the pressure-sensitive block 5. The strip-shaped groove 8 can accommodate the top of the server memory. Pressure-sensitive detection modules are provided at both ends of the strip-shaped groove 8. The pressure-sensitive detection modules can detect the pressure value in real time.

[0032] Example 2

[0033] Secondly, the present invention also proposes a checking method based on the above-mentioned server memory location checking system. The method using the above-mentioned server memory location checking system specifically includes the following steps:

[0034] S1: When a customer places a specific demand, servers with the same demand are arranged into an order for production, and the corresponding memory specification requirements and location information are generated in the production system (MES).

[0035] S2: Before server production, first connect the mounting plate 1 to the computer with the production system via USB cable and check whether all pressure-sensitive blocks 5 are installed on the positioning pins 4.

[0036] S3: After the memory is installed, mount bracket 1 inside the chassis. The production system scans the server SN information and transmits the memory location information of the corresponding SN server to processing module 2.

[0037] S4: The pressure-sensitive block 5 with server memory installed in the corresponding position will be lifted by the top of the memory. At this time, the pressure-sensitive detection module on the pressure-sensitive block 5 detects the pressure value and transmits it to the processing module 2; the pressure-sensitive block 5 without server memory installed in the corresponding position will not be lifted, and the pressure value will be zero; the processing module 2 can identify which positions have server memory installed based on this.

[0038] S5: After receiving the pressure value data, the processing module 2 compares the two pressure values ​​on the same pressure-sensitive block 5. If both sides of the server memory are installed in place, the pressure values ​​are the same. If the difference between the two pressure values ​​exceeds the error range, the processing module 2 transmits the corresponding signal to the alarm 6 and triggers the alarm 6 to issue an alarm message. At the same time, it transmits the error reason and location information to the production system, which displays it on the display screen and waits for the operator to handle it.

[0039] S6: Processing module 2 compares the detected actual server memory location information with the memory specification requirements of the production system. If a difference is found, the corresponding signal is transmitted to alarm 6 and alarm 6 is triggered to issue an alarm message. At the same time, the error reason and location are transmitted to the production system, which displays them on the display screen and waits for the operator to handle them.

[0040] Inspectors hang the pre-set mounting plate 1 inside the chassis using the grooves 6 on both sides. They then check each memory slot for server memory using pressure-sensitive blocks 5, verifying that the memory is in place and properly installed. Inspectors can address any errors simply by viewing the production system's display screen.

[0041] As can be seen from the above embodiments, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0042] The server memory location checking system provided by this invention is simple, reliable, reusable, and has a simple checking method and clear reminder function, which can reduce the probability of factory anomalies and promote lean production.

[0043] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A server memory location checking system, characterized in that, The device includes a mounting plate and a processing module. The processing module is fixed to the mounting plate. The mounting plate is provided with multiple sets of positioning pins corresponding to the memory mounting slots on the motherboard of the server. Each set of positioning pins corresponds to one memory mounting slot. Each positioning pin is equipped with a pressure-sensitive block, which can detect the pressure value in real time and transmit the signal to the processing module through the positioning pin. The pressure-sensitive block has a strip-shaped groove extending along its long axis in the middle. The strip-shaped groove can accommodate the top of the server memory. Pressure-sensitive detection modules are provided at both ends of the strip-shaped groove, and the pressure-sensitive detection modules can detect the pressure value in real time. The server memory location checking system also includes an inspection window, which is set to correspond to the memory installation slot on the motherboard of the server, and the positioning pins are set on opposite sides of the inspection window. The processing module is equipped with a USB interface for power supply and data transmission; The processing module can collect and compare the pressure data of the pressure-sensitive block through the positioning pin and can interface with the production system.

2. The server memory location checking system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting plate is U-shaped, with grooves on both sides, and is attached to the inside of the server chassis via these grooves.

3. The server memory location checking system according to claim 1, characterized in that, An alarm is also installed on the mounting plate. The alarm can receive signals transmitted by the processing module and issue alarm messages.

4. A method for checking server memory location, employing the server memory location checking system according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, Specifically, the following steps are included: S1: After the memory is installed, the mounting plate is attached to the chassis. The production system scans the server SN information and transmits the memory location information of the corresponding SN server to the processing module. S2: Pressure-sensitive blocks with server memory installed in the corresponding positions will be lifted by the top of the memory. At this time, the pressure-sensitive detection module on the pressure-sensitive block will detect the pressure value and transmit it to the processing module; pressure-sensitive blocks without server memory installed in the corresponding positions will not be lifted, and the pressure value is zero; the processing module can identify which positions have server memory installed based on this. S3: After receiving the pressure value data, the processing module compares the two pressure values ​​on the same pressure-sensitive block. If both sides of the server memory are installed in place, the pressure values ​​are the same. If the difference between the two pressure values ​​exceeds the error range, the processing module transmits the corresponding signal to the alarm and triggers the alarm to issue an alarm message. At the same time, it transmits the error reason and location information to the production system, which displays it on the screen and waits for the operator to handle it. S4: The processing module compares the detected actual server memory location information with the memory specification requirements in the production system. If a difference is found, the corresponding signal is transmitted to the alarm and the alarm is triggered to issue an alarm message. At the same time, the error reason and location are transmitted to the production system, which displays them on the screen and waits for the operator to handle them.

5. The server memory location checking method according to claim 4, characterized in that, The following steps are included before step S1: (1): When each customer’s specific requirements are issued, servers with the same requirements are arranged as an order for production, and the corresponding memory specification requirements location information is generated in the production system.

6. The server memory location checking method according to claim 5, characterized in that, Step (1) is followed by the following steps: A: Before the server is put into production, first connect the mounting plate to the computer with the production system via USB cable and check whether all pressure-sensitive blocks are installed on the positioning pins.

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