Tool-free quick-release PCIE module

Abstract

The application discloses a tool-free quick-release PCIE module and belongs to the technical field of PCIE modules.The tool-free quick-release PCIE module comprises a PCIE card and a PCIE card support, the rear end of the PCIE card is provided with a PCIE card baffle, one side of the PCIE card support is provided with a plug limiting protrusion, the other side of the PCIE card support is rotatably provided with a lock assembly, and the other end of the PCIE card baffle is provided with a bending part.A buckle part and a pressing operation plate are arranged on the lock assembly, an opening is formed in the buckle part, and a locking protrusion is arranged on the pressing operation plate.The left end of the PCIE card baffle is clamped with the plug limiting protrusion, the bending part is buckled on the corresponding edge position of the PCIE card support, the opening is buckled on the bending position of the bending part, the locking protrusion is clamped and positioned with the PCIE card support, and the positioning and installation of the PCIE card are realized.Pressing the pressing operation plate can unlock the locking protrusion from the PCIE card support, and rotating the lock assembly can realize the convenient disassembly of the PCIE card.The tool-free quick-release PCIE module can be quickly disassembled without using tools, the convenience of the maintenance of the PCIE card is improved, the labor and time costs are saved, the operation efficiency is improved, and the PCIE card is prevented from being damaged.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of PCIe module technology, specifically a tool-free quick-release PCIe module. Background Technology

[0002] PCI-Express (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard designed to replace older PCI, PCI-X, and AGP bus standards. PCIe features high-speed serial point-to-point dual-channel high-bandwidth transmission, where each connected device has its own dedicated channel bandwidth and does not share the bus bandwidth. It primarily supports active power management, error reporting, end-to-end reliable transmission, hot-plugging, and Quality of Service (QoS) features. Its main advantages are high data transfer rates and include a series of important functions such as transmitter and receiver equalization, PLL improvement, and clock data recovery to improve data transmission and data protection performance.

[0003] Servers or storage servers require frequent maintenance and replacement of PCIe cards. Traditional PCIe modules usually require the use of tools such as screwdrivers to install and remove PCIe cards, which not only wastes manpower and increases time costs, but is also inconvenient to install and remove, has low work efficiency, and also carries the risk of damaging the PCIe card by touching it. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, this invention provides a tool-free quick-release PCIe module that ensures the reliability of the PCIe card latch and enables tool-free quick installation and removal of the PCIe card. This improves the convenience of PCIe card maintenance, saves manpower and time costs, increases work efficiency, and avoids damage to the PCIe card.

[0005] This invention is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0006] A tool-free, quick-release PCIe module includes a PCIe card and a PCIe card bracket. A PCIe card retainer is mounted at the rear of the PCIe card. One side of the PCIe card bracket has a plug-limiting protrusion that engages and limits one end of the PCIe card retainer. A locking assembly is rotatably mounted on the other side. The other end of the PCIe card retainer has a bent portion that engages with the PCIe card bracket. The locking assembly has a latching part and a pressing operation plate. The latching part has a notch that presses against the bent portion, and the pressing operation plate has a locking protrusion that engages and positions with the PCIe card bracket.

[0007] A further improvement of the present invention is that one end of the PCIE card retainer is provided with a retainer plug that can be inserted into the plug limiting protrusion.

[0008] A further improvement of the present invention is that a positioning slot is provided on the bent portion of the PCIe card bracket, and a positioning post is provided on the PCIe card bracket that can be engaged with the positioning slot.

[0009] A further improvement of the present invention is that the upper and lower parts of the other side of the PCIe card bracket are respectively provided with an upper mounting plate and a lower mounting plate, and the locking assembly is rotatably installed between the upper mounting plate and the lower mounting plate; the pressing operation plate is provided on the lower side of the upper mounting plate, and in the locking state, the locking protrusion abuts and engages with the inner side of the upper mounting plate.

[0010] A further improvement of the present invention is that the locking protrusion has a right triangular prism structure, one right-angled surface of which is attached and fixed to the pressing operation plate, and the other right-angled surface of which can abut and engage with the inner side of the upper mounting plate.

[0011] A further improvement of the present invention is that the locking assembly is provided with a push-pull operation plate along its axial direction.

[0012] A further improvement of the present invention is that the push-pull operation panel is provided with several through holes.

[0013] A further improvement of the present invention is that a snap-fit ​​spring is provided on one side of the notch of the snap-fit ​​portion, which can elastically press against the bent portion of the PCIe card retainer.

[0014] A further improvement of the present invention is that a pressing protrusion is provided on the side of the snap-fit ​​spring near the bent part of the PCIe card retainer.

[0015] A further improvement of the present invention is that the PCIe card bracket is provided with a tab support protrusion that can support the lower side of the PCIe card tab.

[0016] As can be seen from the above technical solutions, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0017] The left end of the PCIe card holder engages with the plug limiting protrusion, while the bent portion of the right end of the PCIe card holder engages with the corresponding edge of the PCIe card bracket. It is secured to the bent portion via a notch on the latching part and further secured to the PCIe card bracket via a locking protrusion, ensuring a secure installation of the PCIe card. To remove the PCIe card, press the operating panel to unlock the locking protrusion from the PCIe card bracket, and rotate the locking assembly to release the notch on the latching part from the PCIe card holder. Moving the PCIe card holder allows for easy removal and removal of the PCIe card. The overall structure is simple, enabling tool-free and quick installation and removal of PCIe cards. This improves the convenience of PCIe card maintenance, saves manpower and time costs, increases work efficiency, avoids damage to the PCIe card, and offers excellent practicality. Attached Figure Description

[0018] 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.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the unlocked state according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a first-view schematic diagram of the assembly of the PCIe card retainer and the PCIe card bracket according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a second-view schematic diagram of the assembly of the PCIe card retainer and the PCIe card bracket according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the locking assembly of the locking component for the PCIe card retainer in a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the locking assembly and the PCIe card bracket according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the locking assembly structure according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of a PCIe card and a PCIe card holder according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] In the attached diagram: 1. PCIe card; 11. PCIe card retainer; 12. Retainer plug; 13. Positioning slot; 2. PCIe card bracket; 21. Upper mounting plate; 22. Lower mounting plate; 23. Plug limiting protrusion; 24. Retainer support protrusion; 25. Positioning post; 3. Locking assembly; 31. Press operation panel; 32. Locking protrusion; 33. Push-pull operation panel; 34. Snap-on part; 35. Snap-on spring. 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] like Figure 1-8 As shown, this invention discloses a tool-free quick-release PCIe module, including multiple PCIe cards 1 and a PCIe card bracket 2. A PCIe card retainer 11 is installed at the rear end of the PCIe card 1. The left side of the PCIe card bracket 2 is provided with a plug limiting protrusion 23 that can engage and limit the left end of the PCIe card retainer 11. A locking assembly 3 is rotatably installed on the right side of the PCIe card bracket 2. The right end of the PCIe card retainer 11 is bent backward to form a bent portion that can engage with the corresponding edge of the PCIe card bracket 2. The locking assembly 3 is provided with multiple latching parts 34 and a pressing operation plate 31. The latching parts 34 have a right-angled notch at the left rear position that can press the bent position of the bent portion. The pressing operation plate 31 is provided with a locking protrusion 32 that can engage and position with the PCIe card bracket 2.

[0030] The left end of the PCIE card holder 11 engages with the plug limiting protrusion 23, and the bent portion of the right end of the PCIE card holder 11 engages with the corresponding edge of the PCIE card bracket 2. It is engaged with the bent portion at the bending position through the notch on the latching part 34 (with latching force on two sides), and is positioned by engaging with the PCIE card bracket 2 through the locking protrusion 32, thus achieving a secure positioning and installation of the PCIE card 1. When removing the PCIE card 1, press the pressing operation plate 31 to unlock the locking protrusion 32 on the pressing operation plate 31 from the PCIE card bracket 2, and rotate the locking assembly 3 to release the notch on the latching part 34 from pressing the PCIE card holder 11 (bent portion). By moving the PCIE card holder 11 (along with the PCIE card 1), the PCIE card 1 can be easily removed. The overall structure is simple, enabling tool-free quick installation and removal of PCIe card 1 without the need for tools (screwdrivers, etc.), improving the convenience of PCIe card 1 maintenance, saving manpower and time costs, improving work efficiency, avoiding damage to PCIe card 1, and making it highly practical.

[0031] like Figure 3 As shown, the plug limiting protrusion 23 is formed by stamping sheet metal of the PCIE card bracket 2, and the whole has a forward-protruding vertical arch bridge structure.

[0032] The PCIe card bracket 11 has a bracket plug 12 on its left end that can be inserted into the plug limiting protrusion 23. The size of the bracket plug 12 is smaller than that of the PCIe card bracket 11 and is adapted to the width of the plug limiting protrusion 23. There is a bevel transition between the two. When the PCIe card 1 is installed, the bracket plug 12 is inserted from right to left into the groove formed by the plug limiting protrusion 23 and the PCIe card bracket 2, so as to reliably position the left end of the PCIe card bracket 11. Since the PCIe card 1 has gold fingers on the left side, the gold fingers can be connected to the slot on the motherboard at the same time when the bracket plug 12 is inserted into the plug limiting protrusion 23. Similarly, the gold fingers can be disengaged from the slot on the motherboard at the same time when the PCIe card bracket 11 is removed to the right.

[0033] The PCIe card holder 11 has a positioning slot 13 on its bent portion, and the PCIe card bracket 2 has a positioning post 25 that can engage with the positioning slot 13. During the insertion of the holder plug 12 and the plug limiting protrusion 23 at the left end of the PCIe card holder 11, the positioning slot 13 and the positioning post 25 simultaneously engage, achieving reliable positioning of the right end of the PCIe card holder 11 and ensuring the secure installation of the PCIe card 1.

[0034] In one embodiment, such as Figure 4 As shown, the positioning slot 13 has an opening facing downwards. When the positioning post 25 and the positioning slot 13 are engaged, the ease of assembly is improved, and flexible adjustment and installation are facilitated.

[0035] In another embodiment, the positioning slot 13 has a circular hole structure that matches the positioning post 25. After the positioning post 25 and the positioning slot 13 are engaged, the accuracy and reliability of limiting the right end of the PCIE card retainer 11 are improved.

[0036] like Figure 5 As shown, the upper and lower parts of the right side of the PCIe card bracket 2 are respectively provided with an upper mounting plate 21 and a lower mounting plate 22. The locking assembly 3 is rotatably installed between the upper mounting plate 21 and the lower mounting plate 22. The pressing operation plate 31 is fitted against the lower side of the upper mounting plate 21. In the locked state, the locking protrusion 32 abuts and engages with the inner side of the upper mounting plate 21. The pressing operation plate 31 has a certain elasticity. Pressing the pressing operation plate 31 downwards can cause the locking protrusion 32 to descend to the lower side of the upper mounting plate 21. At the same time, the locking assembly 3 is pried outwards, causing the locking assembly 3 to rotate, thereby unlocking the latch 34 from pressing the right end of the PCIe card retainer 11, thus achieving convenient unlocking operation.

[0037] The upper mounting plate 21 is formed by bending a single piece of sheet metal into the PCIe card bracket 2. The lower mounting plate 22 is detachably connected to the PCIe card bracket 2. The locking assembly 3 is integrally injection molded at both ends and has pins. The detachable installation of the lower mounting plate 22 and the PCIe card bracket 2 facilitates the disassembly, assembly, and maintenance of the locking assembly 3.

[0038] like Figure 5 As shown, the locking protrusion 32 has a right triangular prism structure. One right-angled face is fixed to the pressing operation plate 31, and the other right-angled face can abut and engage with the inner side of the upper mounting plate 21. The engagement of the other right-angled face of the locking protrusion 32 with the inner side of the upper mounting plate 21 ensures the reliability of the locking state. When the locking assembly 3 is in the open state and the locking needs to be rotated, the inclined surface on the upper side of the locking protrusion 32 provides pressure guidance against the lower surface of the upper mounting plate 21. During the inward rotation of the locking assembly 3, the upper mounting plate 21 will press the locking protrusion 32, causing the pressing operation plate 31 to bend passively downward, thus achieving convenient locking operation. During locking operation, there is no need to press the pressing operation plate 31 again.

[0039] like Figure 7 As shown, the locking assembly 3 is also provided with a push-pull operating plate 33 along its axial direction. That is, the push-pull operating plate 33 is set vertically. During the unlocking operation, after pressing the operating plate 31, the push-pull operating plate 33 can be pried outward with another finger to provide the operator with a point of force and realize the convenience of unlocking operation; similarly, the push-pull operating plate 33 can also be pushed to realize the locking operation.

[0040] Among them, such as Figure 7 As shown, in order to increase the friction of the push-pull operation plate 33 and prevent slippage, the push-pull operation plate 33 is provided with several through holes.

[0041] like Figure 3 , 4 As shown in Figure 6, a snap-fit ​​spring 35 is provided on one side of the notch of the snap-fit ​​part 34, which can elastically press the bent part of the PCIe card holder 11. The snap-fit ​​spring 35 ensures tight pressing of the bent part of the PCIe card holder 11, and during the locking and unlocking process, the snap-fit ​​spring 35 elastically bends to achieve convenient operation and leave room for operation.

[0042] The snap-fit ​​spring 35 has a pressing protrusion on the side near the bend of the PCIE card holder 11. The rear end of the pressing protrusion has an arc-shaped guide. Through the pressing protrusion and the guide at its rear end, the smoothness and convenience of the locking operation and the reliability of pressing the bend can be achieved.

[0043] like Figure 3-6 As shown, the PCIe card bracket 2 is provided with a support protrusion 24 that supports the lower right side of the PCIe card holder 11. The support protrusion 24 provides lower support to the right side of the PCIe card holder 11, ensuring the reliability and accuracy of the PCIe card holder 11 installation. The support protrusion 24 is formed by stamping sheet metal of the PCIe card bracket 2, and has a forward-protruding, horizontal arch-shaped structure, making it easy to form and implement.

[0044] like Figure 8 As shown, PCIe card 1 has gold fingers on the left side for connecting to the motherboard, and a connector at the rear for various external interfaces; PCIe card 1 is positioned and installed at the rear via PCIe card bracket 2 through PCIe card cover 11.

[0045] This tool-free, quick-release PCIe module can simultaneously lock and unlock multiple PCIe cards 1 (multiple latching parts 34 are provided on the locking assembly 3) depending on specific working conditions. This allows for simultaneous and rapid unlocking and locking of multiple PCIe cards 1, improving flexibility and versatility. Multiple PCIe card 1 mounting latching positions can be designed; the appropriate position can be selected for installation as needed, just as... Figure 1-2 In the middle, you can choose to use the two sides of the three positions and leave the middle position empty, which allows for flexible and convenient use.

[0046] This tool-free, quick-release PCIe module features a PCIe card holder 11 whose left end engages with the plug limiting protrusion 23, and a bent portion on the right end of the PCIe card holder 11 that engages with the corresponding edge of the PCIe card bracket 2. The holder is secured to the bent portion via a notch on the latching part 34, and further secured to the PCIe card bracket 2 via a locking protrusion 32, ensuring a secure installation of the PCIe card 1. To remove the PCIe card 1, press the pressing operation plate 31 to unlock the locking protrusion 32 from the PCIe card bracket 2, and rotate the locking assembly 3 to release the notch on the latching part 34 from the PCIe card holder 11. Moving the PCIe card holder 11 allows for easy removal of the PCIe card 1. The overall structure is simple, enabling tool-free quick installation and removal of PCIe card 1. No tools are needed, which improves the convenience of PCIe card 1 maintenance, saves manpower and time costs, improves work efficiency, avoids damage to PCIe card 1, and has good practicality.

[0047] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner. Each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other.

[0048] The terms "upper," "lower," "outer," "inner," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this invention are used to distinguish relative positional relationships and are not necessarily qualitative. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that embodiments of the invention described herein can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0049] 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 tool-free quick-release PCIe module, comprising a PCIe card (1) and a PCIe card bracket (2), wherein a PCIe card retainer (11) is mounted on the rear end of the PCIe card (1), characterized in that, The PCIe card bracket (2) has a plug limiting protrusion (23) on one side that can engage and limit one end of the PCIe card retainer (11), and a locking assembly (3) is rotatably installed on the other side. The other end of the PCIe card retainer (11) has a bent part that can engage with the PCIe card bracket (2). The locking assembly (3) has a latching part (34) and a pressing operation plate (31). The latching part (34) has a notch that can press the bent part at the bent position, and the pressing operation plate (31) has a notch that can engage with the PCIe card bracket (2). The card bracket (2) has a locking protrusion (32) for locking and positioning; a positioning slot (13) is provided on the bent part of the PCIE card holder (11), and a positioning post (25) is provided on the PCIE card bracket (2) that can engage with the positioning slot (13); during the process of the retainer plug (12) at the left end of the PCIE card holder (11) engaging with the plug limiting protrusion (23), the positioning slot (13) and the positioning post (25) simultaneously engage and cooperate, thereby achieving reliable positioning of the right end of the PCIE card holder (11).

2. The tool-free quick-release PCIe module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The PCIE card retainer (11) has a retainer plug (12) at one end that can be inserted into the plug limiting protrusion (23).

3. The tool-free quick-release PCIe module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The PCIE card bracket (2) has an upper mounting plate (21) and a lower mounting plate (22) on the other side. The locking assembly (3) is rotatably installed between the upper mounting plate (21) and the lower mounting plate (22). The pressing operation plate (31) is located on the lower side of the upper mounting plate (21). When the locking is in the locking state, the locking protrusion (32) abuts and engages with the inner side of the upper mounting plate (21).

4. The tool-free quick-release PCIe module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The locking protrusion (32) has a straight triangular prism structure. One right-angled surface is attached to the pressing operation plate (31) and the other right-angled surface can abut and engage with the inner side of the upper mounting plate (21).

5. The tool-free quick-release PCIe module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The locking assembly (3) is provided with a push-pull operation plate (33) along its axial direction.

6. The tool-free quick-release PCIe module according to claim 5, characterized in that, The push-pull operation panel (33) has several through holes.

7. The tool-free quick-release PCIe module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The notch side of the latching part (34) is provided with a latching spring (35) that can elastically press against the bent part of the PCIE card holder (11).

8. The tool-free quick-release PCIe module according to claim 7, characterized in that, The snap spring (35) has a pressing protrusion on one side near the bend of the PCIE card holder (11).

9. The tool-free quick-release PCIe module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The PCIE card bracket (2) is provided with a support protrusion (24) that can support the lower side of the PCIE card bracket (11).

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