Data storage device mounting mechanism and chassis

Abstract

This application relates to the field of server technology, and particularly to a data storage device fixing mechanism and chassis. The data storage device fixing mechanism includes a mounting bracket, a stop, a locking member, a first elastic member, and an operating member. The mounting bracket has a communicating receiving cavity and a first opening, and the mounting bracket has a socket. The stop is rotatably disposed on the mounting bracket to open or close the first opening. The locking member is movably disposed on the stop and has a first inclined surface. The first elastic member can drive the locking member into the socket to lock the relative position of the stop and the mounting bracket. The operating member is movably disposed on the stop and has an operating part, the operating part having a second inclined surface. The second inclined surface drives the locking member to move in a second direction via the first inclined surface, causing the locking member to disengage from the socket. In the data storage device fixing mechanism of this application, when the operating member is accidentally touched, it is not easy to drive the locking member to release the lock from the mounting bracket, making it difficult for the data storage device to detach from the mounting bracket.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of server technology, and in particular to a data storage fixing mechanism and chassis. Background Technology

[0002] The computer chassis typically houses data storage devices such as hard drives and disks, which connect to connectors within the chassis. The data storage device must first be secured to a mounting bracket with screws before the bracket is installed into the chassis. The mounting bracket has a baffle to conceal its opening and secure the data storage device. In related technologies, mounting brackets often use a push-to-open design, meaning the opening is opened by pressing the baffle. This design poses a risk of users accidentally activating the baffle, causing the mounting bracket to open and the data storage device to detach from the bracket. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, it is necessary to provide a data storage device fixing mechanism and chassis that can reduce the occurrence of data storage devices detaching from the mounting bracket due to accidental contact.

[0004] This application provides a data storage device fixing mechanism, including: a mounting bracket, a stop, a locking member, a first elastic member, and a manipulator. The mounting bracket has a communicating accommodating cavity and a first opening. The accommodating cavity is used to accommodate the data storage device, and the first opening allows the data storage device to enter and exit the accommodating cavity along a first direction. The mounting bracket has a socket. The stop is rotatably disposed on the mounting bracket to open or cover the first opening. The locking member is movably disposed on the stop and has a first inclined surface. One end of the first elastic member is connected to the locking member, and the other end is connected to the stop. When the stop covers the first opening, the first elastic member can drive the locking member to insert into the socket to lock the relative position of the stop and the mounting bracket. The manipulator is movably disposed on the stop and has a manipulating part with a second inclined surface. The second inclined surface is parallel to and in contact with the first inclined surface. When the stop covers the first opening and the manipulator moves away from the mounting bracket along the first direction, the second inclined surface drives the locking member to move in a second direction through the first inclined surface, causing the locking member to disengage from the socket, thereby allowing the stop to open the first opening. The second direction is perpendicular to the first direction.

[0005] In the aforementioned data storage device fixing mechanism, by inserting the locking member into the socket of the mounting bracket, the stop member can be fixed in a position that covers the first opening, thereby fixing the data storage device in the receiving cavity and making it difficult for the data storage device to detach from the receiving cavity. On the one hand, the first elastic member can drive the locking member to insert into the socket, so that when the data storage device fixing mechanism is subjected to vibration or impact, the stop member is not likely to open the first opening, reducing the risk of the data storage device detaching from the receiving cavity; on the other hand, when the operating part moves away from the mounting bracket in the first direction, the locking member can be moved to disengage from the socket through the cooperation of the second inclined surface and the first inclined surface, so that the stop member can be released from the locking with the mounting bracket. This means that when the operating part is pressed and moves towards the mounting bracket, it can drive the locking member to move towards the socket, so that when the operating part is accidentally touched, it is not easy to drive the locking member to release the locking with the mounting bracket, making it difficult for the data storage device to detach from the mounting bracket.

[0006] In at least one embodiment, the first inclined surface extends along the direction in which the locking member is inserted into the socket and is inclined away from the mounting bracket; when the operating part moves away from the mounting bracket, the second inclined surface slides relative to the first inclined surface and drives the locking member to move away from the socket by pushing the first inclined surface.

[0007] In the above embodiment, when the operating part moves away from the mounting bracket in the first direction, the second inclined surface slides relative to the first inclined surface, and the operating part pushes the locking member through the second inclined surface, causing the locking member to move as a whole in the second direction, thereby enabling the locking member to unlock from the socket. This configuration converts the movement of the operating part in the first direction into the movement of the locking member in the second direction, so as to facilitate the control of unlocking the locking member from the socket of the mounting bracket.

[0008] In at least one embodiment, the locking member further has a first blocking surface, and the operating part further has a second blocking surface, the first blocking surface being parallel to the second blocking surface; when the locking member is inserted into the socket, the first blocking surface contacts the second blocking surface and restricts the operating part from moving towards the mounting bracket.

[0009] In the above embodiment, the operating part can move in a first direction toward the mounting bracket so that the locking member can be inserted into the socket. After the locking member is inserted into the socket, the second blocking surface is restricted by the first blocking surface, making it difficult for the operating part to continue moving toward the mounting bracket. This also makes it difficult for the operating part to continue moving toward the mounting bracket when subjected to external pressing pressure, reducing the impact of accidental touch on the operating part.

[0010] In at least one embodiment, the control member further includes two elastic arms disposed on both sides of the control part along the second direction, one end of each elastic arm being connected to the control part and the other end abutting against the stop; when the control part moves away from the mounting bracket, the two elastic arms deform to drive the control part to move closer to the mounting bracket.

[0011] In the above embodiment, by moving the operating part away from the mounting bracket, the two elastic arms can be deformed, thereby generating a spring force that drives the operating part to move closer to the mounting bracket. This allows the operating part to move closer to the mounting bracket under the spring force of the elastic arms after the operating part is released, so that the operating part can return to the state close to the mounting bracket. This makes it easier for the locking member to remain in the insertion socket state, making it difficult for the stop member to open the first opening.

[0012] In at least one embodiment, each elastic arm has a connecting hole, and a locking member is movably disposed in both connecting holes along a second direction.

[0013] In the above embodiments, by movably setting the locking member in the connecting hole, the assembly of the locking member and the operating member is realized on the one hand, and the cooperation between the connecting hole and the locking member can provide a guiding effect for the locking member, making it easier for the locking member to move along the second direction.

[0014] In at least one embodiment, the operating part has a mounting groove with a second opening facing the mounting bracket. A first protrusion and a second protrusion are provided in the mounting groove. A portion of the second inclined surface is provided on the first protrusion and another portion is provided on the second protrusion. A guide channel is formed between the first protrusion and the second protrusion, and the guide channel communicates with the second opening.

[0015] The locking member includes a guide portion, which is movably disposed in the guide channel in a second direction; in the first direction, the guide portion can move relative to the operating portion from the second opening toward the direction of disengagement from the guide channel.

[0016] In the above embodiments, by movably positioning the guide portion within the guide channel, the guide portion and the operating portion are assembled, which helps to reduce the space occupied by the locking member and the operating portion after assembly. The guide channel communicates with the second opening, allowing the guide portion to enter and exit the guide channel through the second opening, facilitating the assembly and disassembly of the guide portion and the operating portion. The second opening can avoid the guide portion, allowing a portion of the guide portion to disengage from the guide channel through the second opening, facilitating the movement of the operating portion away from the mounting bracket and reducing the possibility of the operating portion being unable to move in the first direction.

[0017] In at least one embodiment, the locking member includes a locking portion for insertion into a socket. The locking portion has a third inclined surface located on the side of the locking portion facing the mounting bracket. The third inclined surface extends along the direction in which the locking portion is inserted into the socket and is inclined away from the mounting bracket.

[0018] In the above embodiment, when the stop rotates in the direction of blocking the first opening, the side containing the third inclined surface of the locking part first contacts the mounting bracket. After the third inclined surface is pressed by the mounting bracket, under the elastic contraction of the first elastic member, it can guide the locking part to move in the direction of disengaging from the socket until the locking part moves to a position that can avoid the mounting bracket, so that the stop can drive the locking part to rotate to a position aligned with the socket. After the locking part rotates to the position aligned with the socket, the third inclined surface is no longer pressed by the mounting bracket, thereby allowing the locking part to be inserted into the socket under the elastic recovery action of the first elastic member.

[0019] In at least one embodiment, the stop includes a first rotating plate and a second rotating plate. One end of the first rotating plate is rotatably connected to the mounting bracket, and the second rotating plate is disposed on the first rotating plate and forms a mounting space with the first rotating plate. A portion of the locking member and a portion of the operating member are disposed in the mounting space.

[0020] In the above embodiments, the arrangement of the first rotating plate and the second rotating plate increases the structural strength of the stop by increasing its thickness, making it less prone to damage upon impact. Furthermore, the mounting space formed between the first rotating plate and the second rotating plate facilitates the installation of the operating and locking components.

[0021] In at least one embodiment, the mounting bracket includes a frame and a slider. The frame has a receiving cavity and a first opening communicating with the receiving cavity. The slider is slidably disposed on the frame along a first direction. A pushing part is provided at one end of the slider away from the first opening. The pushing part is used to push the data storage device to move in a direction away from the receiving cavity.

[0022] In the above embodiments, when removing the data storage device, the locking member is released from the stop, the stop is rotated to open the first opening of the frame, and the sliding member slides to push the data storage device out of the receiving cavity, thus facilitating its removal. When installing the data storage device, it is inserted into the receiving cavity through the first opening, and the stop is rotated to lock with the mounting bracket, thereby achieving data storage device installation. No tools are required during the installation and removal of the data storage device, saving operation time and facilitating its removal.

[0023] An embodiment of this application also provides a chassis, including a chassis body and a data storage fixing mechanism in any of the above embodiments, wherein the data storage fixing mechanism is disposed in the chassis body.

[0024] In the aforementioned chassis, the data storage device can be assembled with the data storage device by mounting it in the data storage device fixing mechanism. When the data storage device is mounted in the data storage device fixing mechanism, tool-free installation is possible, facilitating the assembly of the data storage device and the chassis. Furthermore, by moving the operating part away from the mounting bracket, the locking member can be moved in the direction of disengagement from the socket, thereby reducing the possibility of accidentally opening the first stop due to accidental activation of the operating part. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the chassis in one embodiment of this application.

[0026] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of a data storage fixing mechanism in one embodiment of this application.

[0027] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the stop in one embodiment of this application.

[0028] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the stop and locking member in one embodiment of this application.

[0029] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the mounting bracket in one embodiment of this application.

[0030] Figure 6 This is a perspective view illustrating the sliding position of the slider in one embodiment of this application.

[0031] Figure 7 This is a partial schematic diagram of one embodiment of the present application showing the first opening of the stop.

[0032] Figure 8 yes Figure 3 A sectional view along the VIII-VIII direction.

[0033] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the present application showing the state in which the control element drives the lock to disengage from the socket.

[0034] Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the present application showing the locking member disengaged from the socket.

[0035] Figure 11 This is a perspective view illustrating the engagement relationship between the locking member and the second rotating plate in one embodiment of this application.

[0036] Figure 12 This is an exploded view of the locking and operating components in one embodiment of this application.

[0037] Explanation of main component symbols

[0038] Data storage device fixing mechanism 100

[0039] Mounting rack 10

[0040] Frame 11

[0041] 111 Container

[0042] First opening 112

[0043] Avoidance point 113

[0044] Ontology 114

[0045] First Wall 1141

[0046] Second Wall 1142

[0047] Third Wall 1143

[0048] Sliding hole 1144

[0049] Limiting plate 115

[0050] partition 116

[0051] Elastic metal sheet 12

[0052] Slider 13

[0053] Promotion Department 131

[0054] Sliding part 132

[0055] Mounting shaft 133

[0056] First connector 14

[0057] Second elastic element 15

[0058] Socket 16

[0059] Stop 20

[0060] First rotating plate 21

[0061] Shrapnel 211

[0062] Second through hole 212

[0063] Second rotating plate 22

[0064] First through hole 221

[0065] Mounting hole 222

[0066] Threaded hole 223

[0067] EMC Shrapnel 23

[0068] Bending part 231

[0069] Third through hole 232

[0070] Second connector 24

[0071] Locking part 30

[0072] First inclined surface 31

[0073] First blocking surface 32

[0074] Guiding section 33

[0075] Installation section 34

[0076] 341 cubic meters of space

[0077] Locking part 35

[0078] Third inclined surface 351

[0079] Control component 40

[0080] Operation Unit 41

[0081] Second inclined surface 411

[0082] Second blocking surface 412

[0083] Mounting slot 413

[0084] Second opening 4131

[0085] first convex portion 414

[0086] Second convex portion 415

[0087] Guideway 416

[0088] Flexible arm 42

[0089] Connection hole 421

[0090] First elastic element 50

[0091] Third elastic element 60

[0092] Chassis 200

[0093] Box 201

[0094] Data storage device 202

[0095] Storage Module 2021

[0096] Plug-in section 2022

[0097] Connector 203

[0098] First direction X

[0099] Second direction Y

[0100] The following detailed description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, will further illustrate this application. Detailed Implementation

[0101] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments.

[0102] It should be noted that when a component is considered to be "connected" to another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or may also have a component that is centrally located. When a component is considered to be "set" on another component, it can be directly set on the other component or may also have a component that is centrally located.

[0103] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein in the specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. The terms "comprising" and "having" in the specification, claims, and drawings of this application are open-ended expressions, not closed-ended expressions.

[0104] In the description of the embodiments of this application, technical terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish different objects and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number, specific order, or primary and secondary relationship of the indicated technical features. In the description of the embodiments of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly defined.

[0105] It should be noted that the thickness, length, width, and other dimensions of various components in the embodiments of this application shown in the accompanying drawings, as well as the overall thickness, length, width, and other dimensions of the integrated device, are merely illustrative examples and should not constitute any limitation on this application.

[0106] The computer chassis typically houses data storage devices such as hard drives and disks, which connect to connectors within the chassis. The data storage device needs to be secured to a mounting bracket with screws before the bracket is installed into the chassis. The mounting bracket has a baffle to cover its opening and secure the data storage device. In related technologies, mounting brackets often use a push-to-open design, meaning the opening is opened by pressing the baffle. This design poses a risk of users accidentally activating the baffle, causing the mounting bracket to open and the data storage device to detach from the bracket.

[0107] Embodiments of this application provide a data storage device fixing mechanism, including: a mounting bracket, a stop, a locking member, a first elastic member, and an operating member. The mounting bracket has a communicating accommodating cavity and a first opening. The accommodating cavity is used to accommodate the data storage device, and the first opening allows the data storage device to enter and exit the accommodating cavity along a first direction. The mounting bracket has an insertion slot. The stop is rotatably disposed on the mounting bracket to open or cover the first opening.

[0108] A locking member is movably disposed on the stop member, and the locking member has a first inclined surface. A first elastic member is connected at one end to the locking member and at the other end to the stop member; when the stop member blocks the first opening, the first elastic member can drive the locking member into the socket to lock the relative position of the stop member and the mounting bracket. An operating member is movably disposed on the stop member, and the operating member has an operating part with a second inclined surface, the second inclined surface being parallel to and in contact with the first inclined surface; when the stop member blocks the first opening and the operating part moves away from the mounting bracket in a first direction, the second inclined surface drives the locking member to move in a second direction through the first inclined surface, causing the locking member to disengage from the socket, thereby allowing the stop member to open the first opening, the second direction being perpendicular to the first direction.

[0109] In the aforementioned data storage device fixing mechanism, by inserting the locking member into the socket of the mounting bracket, the stop member can be fixed in a position that covers the first opening, thereby fixing the data storage device in the receiving cavity and making it difficult for the data storage device to detach from the receiving cavity. On the one hand, the first elastic member can drive the locking member to insert into the socket, so that when the data storage device fixing mechanism is subjected to vibration or impact, the stop member is not likely to open the first opening, reducing the risk of the data storage device detaching from the receiving cavity; on the other hand, when the operating part moves away from the mounting bracket in the first direction, the locking member can be moved to disengage from the socket through the cooperation of the second inclined surface and the first inclined surface, so that the stop member can be released from the locking with the mounting bracket. This means that when the operating part is pressed and moves towards the mounting bracket, it can drive the locking member to move towards the socket, so that when the operating part is accidentally touched, it is not easy to drive the locking member to release the locking with the mounting bracket, making it difficult for the data storage device to detach from the mounting bracket.

[0110] The embodiments of this application will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0111] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, an embodiment of this application provides a chassis 200, including a housing 201, a data storage device 202, and a data storage device mounting mechanism 100. The data storage device mounting mechanism 100 is disposed in the chassis 200, and the data storage device 202 is disposed in the data storage device mounting mechanism 100. The data storage device mounting mechanism 100 can accommodate the data storage device 202, thereby realizing the assembly of the data storage device 202 and the housing 201.

[0112] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the chassis 200 further includes a connector 203 disposed on the housing 201. When the data storage device 202 is mounted on the data storage device fixing mechanism 100, the connector 203 is connected to the data storage device 202, thereby realizing the connection between the housing 201 and the data storage device 202.

[0113] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the data storage device 202 includes a storage module 2021 and a connector 2022, which are connected. When the storage module 2021 is installed in the data storage device fixing mechanism 100, the connector 2022 is plugged into the connector 203. The connection between the data storage device 202 and the connector 203 is achieved through the connection between the connector 202 and the connector 203.

[0114] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the chassis 200 includes a plurality of data storage devices 202, and a plurality of data storage device mounting mechanisms 100 are also provided, with each data storage device 202 mounted on one of the data storage device mounting mechanisms 100.

[0115] See Figures 2 to 4 In some embodiments, the data storage device fixing mechanism 100 includes a mounting bracket 10, a stop 20, a locking member 30, an operating member 40, and a first elastic member 50. The mounting bracket 10 has a communicating receiving cavity 111 and a first opening 112. The receiving cavity 111 is used to receive the data storage device 202, and the first opening 112 allows the data storage device 202 to enter and exit the receiving cavity 111 along a first direction X. The stop 20 is rotatably disposed on the mounting bracket 10 to open or close the first opening 112. The locking member 30 is movably disposed on the stop 20 to close or open the first opening 112. When the stop 20 closes the first opening 112, the first elastic member 50 can drive the locking member 30 to insert into the socket 16 to lock the relative position of the stop 20 and the mounting bracket 10. The operating member 40 is movably disposed on the stop 20 and can move the locking member 30 to release the locking member 30 from the mounting bracket 10.

[0116] When it is necessary to remove the data storage device 202 from the receiving cavity 111, first release the locking member 30 from the stop member 20, then rotate the stop member 20 to open the first opening 112, thereby allowing the data storage device 202 to be removed. When it is necessary to install the data storage device 202 into the receiving cavity 111, insert the data storage device 202 into the receiving cavity 111 through the first opening 112, and rotate the stop member 20 until the locking member 30 can lock with the mounting bracket 10, thereby realizing the installation of the data storage device 202. No tools are required during the disassembly and assembly of the data storage device 202 and the data storage device fixing mechanism 100, thus saving operation time and facilitating the disassembly and assembly of the data storage device 202.

[0117] See Figure 2 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, the mounting bracket 10 includes a frame 11 having a receiving cavity 111 and a first opening 112 communicating with the receiving cavity 111, and the data storage 202 being able to enter the receiving cavity 111 from the first opening 112 in the opposite direction of the first direction X.

[0118] See Figure 2 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 , Figure 6 The dashed lines in the diagram indicate a partial perspective view of the frame 11. In some embodiments, the frame 11 has a clearance opening 113 located at the end of the frame 11 opposite to the first opening 112. When the data storage device 202 enters the receiving cavity 111 from the first opening 112, the insertion part 2022 can pass through the clearance opening 113 and exit the receiving cavity 111 to connect with the connector 203. The clearance opening 113 reduces interference between the insertion part 2022 and the frame 11, thereby facilitating the connection between the insertion part 2022 and the connector 203.

[0119] See Figure 2 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, the frame 11 includes a body 114 and a limiting piece 115. The limiting piece 115 and the frame 11 enclose a clearance opening 113. A first opening 112 is provided on the body 114, and the opening and the clearance opening 113 are provided at opposite ends of the body 114. The limiting piece 115 can restrict the storage module 2021 from moving from the clearance opening 113 to the outside of the receiving cavity 111, thereby making it difficult for the storage module 2021 to be dislodged from the receiving cavity 111. When the storage module 2021 is installed in the accommodating cavity 111, the end of the storage module 2021 connected to the plug-in part 2022 abuts against the limiting piece 115, and the plug-in part 2022 protrudes from the clearance opening 113. This makes it so that when the data memory 202 is installed backwards, the plug-in part 2022 is blocked by the limiting piece 115 and cannot protrude from the clearance opening 113, thereby making it difficult for the data memory 202 to be installed backwards and facilitating blind installation of the data memory 202.

[0120] See Figure 2 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, the body 114 includes a first wall 1141, a second wall 1142, and a third wall 1143. The first wall 1141 and the second wall 1142 are disposed opposite to each other and connected to opposite sides of the third wall 1143. The first wall 1141 and the second wall 1142 are generally parallel, and the first wall 1141 and the third wall 1143 are generally perpendicular. The side of the first wall 1141 and the second wall 1142 away from the third wall 1143 is disposed in the housing 201. The first wall 1141, the second wall 1142, and the third wall 1143 enclose and form a receiving cavity 111 and a first opening 112.

[0121] See Figure 2 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, the frame 11 further includes a partition 116, and a limiting piece 115 is also provided on the side of the partition 116 away from the first opening 112. The partition 116 is disposed in the accommodating space, and the partition 116 is connected between the first wall 1141 and the second wall 1142, and is used to separate two adjacent data storage devices 202, so that multiple data storage devices 202 can be installed in the accommodating space without interfering with each other.

[0122] See Figure 5 In one embodiment, the frame 11 is provided with an elastic metal sheet 12, for example, the elastic metal sheet 12 is disposed on the side of the first wall 1141 or the second wall 1142 facing the interior of the receiving cavity 111. When the data storage device 202 is installed in the receiving cavity 111, the data storage device 202 contacts the elastic metal sheet 12, so that the data storage device 202 has a grounding function. Furthermore, the elastic metal sheet 12 can push the data storage device 202, making the data storage device 202 less prone to shaking and improving the stability of the data storage device 202 installation.

[0123] See Figure 2 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 In some embodiments, the mounting bracket 10 further includes a slider 13, which is slidably disposed on the frame 11 along a first direction X and located within the receiving cavity 111, and is capable of sliding relative to the frame 11 at a first position and a second position. The first position is the position where the slider 13 causes a portion of the data storage device 202 to be outside the receiving cavity 111. The second position is the position where the slider 13 causes the data storage device 202 to be completely within the receiving cavity 111. Figure 2 and Figure 5 The slider 13 is located in the second position. Figure 6The upper slider 13 is in the first position, and the lower slider 13 is in the second position. When the data storage device 202 is installed, during the process of inserting the data storage device 202 into the receiving cavity 111, the slider 13 can be driven to slide from the first position to the second position, that is, the slider 13 slides in the opposite direction of the first direction X; when the data storage device 202 needs to be removed, the slider 13 can slide from the second position to the first position and push the data storage device 202 out of the receiving cavity 111, that is, the slider 13 slides in the first direction X.

[0124] See Figure 2 and Figure 6 In some embodiments, the slider 13 includes a pushing part 131 and a sliding part 132. The pushing part 131 is disposed at the end of the sliding part 132 away from the first opening 112, and the pushing part 131 is connected to the sliding part 132. The sliding part 132 is slidably disposed on the frame 11, and the slider 13 is slidably disposed in the frame 11 via the sliding part 132. The sliding direction of the sliding part 132 is the sliding direction of the slider 13. The pushing part 131 is used to push the data memory 202 to move in a direction away from the receiving cavity 111.

[0125] When removing the data storage device 202, the locking member 30 releases the lock on the stop member 20, the stop member 20 is rotated to open the first opening 112 of the frame 11, and the sliding member 13 causes the pushing part 131 to push the data storage device 202 out of the receiving cavity 111, thereby facilitating the removal of the data storage device 202. Here, "the pushing part 131 pushes the data storage device 202 out of the receiving cavity 111" means that at least a portion of the data storage device 202 is located outside the receiving cavity 111, so that the data storage device 202 can be completely removed from the receiving cavity 111. When installing the data storage device 202, during the insertion of the data storage device 202 into the receiving cavity 111, the pushing part 131 drives the sliding member 13 to slide.

[0126] In some embodiments, the accommodating cavity 111 of each frame 11 is used to accommodate a plurality of data storage devices 202, and each data storage device 202 is provided with a stop 20 and a slider 13. The plurality of data storage devices 202 are stacked in a vertical direction, thereby saving installation space and facilitating the installation of the plurality of data storage devices 202.

[0127] See Figure 2 and Figure 6In some embodiments, the mounting bracket 10 further includes a first connector 14. A sliding hole 1144 is provided on the first wall 1141. The first connector 14 passes through the sliding hole 1144 and can slide along a first direction X within the sliding hole 1144. The first connector 14 is connected to the sliding portion 132. Preferably, the first connector 14 is an H-beam. When the sliding portion 132 slides, the first connector 14 slides along the sliding hole 1144, thereby providing guidance for the sliding of the sliding portion 132.

[0128] In some embodiments, a plurality of first connectors 14 are provided, and the number of sliding holes 1144 is the same as that of the first connectors 14 and they correspond one-to-one. The smoothness of sliding part 132 during sliding is improved by the cooperation of the plurality of first connectors 14 and sliding holes 1144.

[0129] See Figure 6 In some embodiments, the mounting bracket 10 further includes a second elastic element 15, one end of which is connected to the sliding portion 132, and the other end is connected to the first wall 1141 of the frame 11. The second elastic element 15 is capable of elastic deformation in the first direction X. When the sliding member 13 is in the second position, the second elastic element 15 is in its natural state; when the sliding member 13 moves to the first position, the second elastic element 15 stretches and deforms to have an elastic force that drives the sliding member 13 to slide to the second position. This allows the sliding member 13 to automatically return to the second position when it is not subjected to external force, preventing the sliding member 13 from accidentally popping out of the receiving cavity 111 during transportation.

[0130] Alternatively, the second elastic element 15 may be a spring. The second elastic element 15 may also be other components with elastic deformation capabilities.

[0131] In some embodiments, the sliding part 132 is also provided with an elastic metal sheet 12. The elastic metal sheet 12 of the sliding part 132 and the elastic metal sheet 12 of the frame 11 are arranged opposite to each other in the second direction Y, and can push the opposite sides of the data storage 202, thereby improving the stability of the data storage 202 installation.

[0132] See Figure 1 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, the mounting bracket 10 has a socket 16, and the locking member 30 can be inserted into the socket 16 and locked to the mounting bracket 10 so that the stop member 20 can cover the first opening 112; it can also be disengaged from the socket 16 and unlocked from the mounting bracket 10 so that the first opening 112 can be opened.

[0133] In some embodiments, the socket 16 is disposed on the second wall 1142 and located on the side of the second wall 1142 used to form the first opening 112. One side of the stop 20 is rotatably connected to the side of the first wall 1141 used to form the first opening 112. By rotating the stop 20, the stop 20 can be rotated to a position that blocks the first opening 112, so that the locking member 30 forms a locking engagement with the socket 16.

[0134] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the stop 20 includes a first rotating plate 21 and a second rotating plate 22. One end of the first rotating plate 21 is rotatably connected to the mounting bracket 10. The second rotating plate 22 is disposed on the first rotating plate 21 and forms an installation space with the first rotating plate 21. A portion of the locking member 30 and a portion of the operating part 41 are disposed in the installation space.

[0135] The arrangement of the first rotating plate 21 and the second rotating plate 22 increases the structural strength of the stop 20 by increasing its thickness, making it less prone to damage when subjected to impact. Furthermore, the installation space formed between the first rotating plate 21 and the second rotating plate 22 facilitates the installation of the operating member 40 and the locking member 30.

[0136] Alternatively, one end of the first rotating plate 21 can be rotatably connected to the side of the slider 13 near the first opening 112. When the slider 13 moves in the first direction X, it can also drive the stop 20 to move in the first direction X, thereby facilitating the stop 20 to avoid the data storage 202.

[0137] See Figure 7 In some embodiments, the first rotating plate 21 includes a spring piece 211, which abuts against the side of the data storage 202 facing away from the connector 203. The elastic force generated when the spring piece 211 deforms is directed towards the data storage 202 to improve the stability of the connection between the data storage 202 and the connector 203.

[0138] See Figure 1 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the second rotating plate 22 is generally a box structure with an opening facing the first rotating plate 21 to form an installation space with the first rotating plate 21. The second rotating plate 22 has a first through hole 221 on the side facing the socket 16, and a portion of the locking member 30 can extend out of the installation space from the first through hole 221 to be inserted into the socket 16.

[0139] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 7In some embodiments, the stop 20 further includes an EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) spring 23, a portion of which is disposed between the first rotating plate 21 and the second rotating plate 22. The EMC spring 23 has the ability to avoid electromagnetic interference and be interfered with, thereby reducing the electromagnetic interference received by the data storage 202.

[0140] Alternatively, the EMC spring 23 may include a bending portion 231, and the second rotating plate 22 may be provided with a mounting hole 222. The bending portion 231 is disposed in the mounting hole 222. The bending portion 231 may apply a force toward the first rotating plate 21 to the second rotating plate 22 to achieve the assembly of the second rotating plate 22 and the EMC spring 23.

[0141] In some embodiments, the baffle 20 has a hollow structure, and the data storage 202 is provided with a light source. After the data storage 202 is installed in the receiving cavity 111 and the baffle 20 blocks the first opening 112, the light source can shine through the hollow structure, so that the user can observe the operation of the data storage 202 through the light source.

[0142] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the stop 20 further includes a second connector 24. One end of the second connector 24 is mounted on the first rotating plate 21 from the side facing the mounting bracket 10, and connects to the second rotating plate 22 after passing through the first rotating plate 21 and the EMC spring 23. The second connector 24 can connect the first rotating plate 21, the EMC spring 23 and the second rotating plate 22 to realize the assembly of the stop 20.

[0143] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the second connector 24 is a screw, the second rotating plate 22 is provided with a threaded hole 223, the first rotating plate 21 is provided with a second through hole 212, and the EMC spring 23 is provided with a third through hole 232. The screw passes through the second through hole 212 and the third through hole 232 and is threadedly connected to the threaded hole 223. This arrangement facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the components of the stop 20.

[0144] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 8 and Figure 9In some embodiments, the locking member 30 has a first inclined surface 31. The operating member 40 has an operating portion 41, which has a second inclined surface 411, which is parallel to and in contact with the first inclined surface 31. When the stop member 20 blocks the first opening 112 and the operating portion 41 moves away from the mounting bracket 10 in the first direction X, the second inclined surface 411 drives the locking member 30 to move in the second direction Y via the first inclined surface 31, that is, the operating portion 41 moves away from the first inclined surface 31. Figure 8 The state shown has been moved to Figure 9 In the indicated state, the locking member 30 is disengaged from the socket 16 to allow the stop member 20 to open the first opening 112, with the second direction Y perpendicular to the first direction X.

[0145] When the operating part 41 moves away from the mounting bracket 10 along the first direction X, the locking member 30 can be moved to the disengagement port 16 through the cooperation of the second inclined surface 411 and the first inclined surface 31, so that the stop member 20 can be released from the locking with the mounting bracket 10. This means that when the operating part 41 is pressed and moves towards the mounting bracket 10, it can drive the locking member 30 to move towards the insertion port 16. As a result, when the operating part 40 is accidentally touched, it is not easy to drive the locking member 30 to release from the locking with the mounting bracket 10, and the data storage device 202 is not easy to detach from the mounting bracket 10.

[0146] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 In some embodiments, the first inclined surface 31 extends along the direction in which the locking member 30 is inserted into the socket 16 and is inclined away from the mounting bracket 10. When the operating part 41 moves away from the mounting bracket 10, that is, moves in the first direction X, the second inclined surface 411 slides relative to the first inclined surface 31 and drives the locking member 30 to move away from the socket 16 by pushing the first inclined surface 31.

[0147] The operating unit 41 moves away from the mounting bracket 10 in the first direction X, causing the second inclined surface 411 to slide relative to the first inclined surface 31. The operating unit 41 then pushes the locking member 30 through the second inclined surface 411, causing the locking member 30 to move entirely in the second direction Y, thereby unlocking the locking member 30 from the socket 16. This configuration converts the movement of the operating unit 40 in the first direction X into movement of the locking member 30 in the second direction Y, facilitating control over unlocking the locking member 30 from the socket 16 of the mounting bracket 10.

[0148] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 8 and Figure 9In some embodiments, the locking member 30 further has a first blocking surface 32, and the operating part 41 further has a second blocking surface 412, with the first blocking surface 32 and the second blocking surface 412 being parallel. When the locking member 30 is inserted into the socket 16, the first blocking surface 32 contacts the second blocking surface 412 and restricts the operating part 41 from moving towards the mounting bracket 10.

[0149] The operating part 41 can move in the opposite direction of the first direction X toward the mounting bracket 10 so that the locking member 30 can be inserted into the socket 16. After the locking member 30 is inserted into the socket 16, the second blocking surface 412 is restricted by the first blocking surface 32, making it difficult for the operating part 41 to continue moving toward the mounting bracket 10. Therefore, when the operating part 41 is subjected to external pressing pressure, it is also difficult for it to continue moving toward the mounting bracket 10, reducing the impact of accidental touch on the operating part 41.

[0150] See Figure 10 When the operating member 40 is not subjected to external force, the operating part 41 is in a position close to the mounting bracket 10. At this time, when the locking member 30 is subjected to external force, it can move in the second direction Y and is not easily affected by the operating part 41, so that the locking member 30 can move away from the socket 16 under the action of external force.

[0151] See Figure 11 and Figure 12 In some embodiments, the operating part 41 has a mounting groove 413, the mounting groove 413 has a second opening 4131 facing the mounting bracket 10, a first protrusion 414 and a second protrusion 415 are provided in the mounting groove 413, a part of the second inclined surface 411 is provided in the first protrusion 414 and another part is provided in the second protrusion 415, a guide channel 416 is formed between the first protrusion 414 and the second protrusion 415, and the guide channel 416 communicates with the second opening 4131.

[0152] The locking member 30 includes a guide portion 33, which is movably disposed in the guide channel 416 along the second direction Y. In the first direction X, the guide portion 33 can move relative to the operating part 41 from the second opening 4131 toward disengaging from the guide channel 416.

[0153] By movably mounting the guide portion 33 in the guide channel 416, the guide portion 33 and the operating portion 41 are assembled, which helps to reduce the space occupied by the locking member 30 and the operating portion 41 after assembly. The guide channel 416 communicates with the second opening 4131, allowing the guide portion 33 to enter and exit the guide channel 416 through the second opening 4131, facilitating the assembly and disassembly of the guide portion 33 and the operating portion 41. The second opening 4131 can avoid the guide portion 33, allowing a portion of the guide portion 33 to disengage from the guide channel 416 through the second opening 4131, so that the operating portion 41 can move away from the mounting bracket 10, reducing the possibility that the operating portion 41 cannot move in the first direction X.

[0154] See Figure 11 and Figure 12 In some embodiments, the locking member 30 includes a mounting portion 34 connected to the guide portion 33 on the side away from the insertion port 16. A first blocking surface 32 and a first inclined surface 31 are disposed on the mounting portion 34, and a portion of the mounting portion 34 is movably disposed in the mounting groove 413. The mounting portion 34 has a receiving space 341, and one end of the first elastic member 50 is disposed in the receiving space 341. The provision of the receiving space 341 reduces the volume of the locking member 30 and accommodates the first elastic member 50, thereby helping to reduce the overall space occupied by the first elastic member 50 and the locking member 30.

[0155] See Figure 7 , Figure 11 and Figure 12 In some embodiments, the locking member 30 includes a locking part 35 for insertion into the socket 16. The locking part 35 has a third inclined surface 351 located on the side of the locking part 35 facing the mounting bracket 10. The third inclined surface 351 extends along the direction in which the locking part 35 is inserted into the socket 16 and is inclined away from the mounting bracket 10.

[0156] In an embodiment with guide portion 33, locking portion 35 is connected to the side of guide portion 33 near the socket 16.

[0157] When the stop 20 rotates in the direction of blocking the first opening 112, the side of the third inclined surface 351 of the locking part 35 first contacts the mounting bracket 10. After the third inclined surface 351 is pressed by the mounting bracket 10, under the elastic contraction of the first elastic member 50, it can guide the locking member 30 to move in the direction of disengaging from the socket 16 until the locking member 30 moves to a position that can avoid the mounting bracket 10, so that the stop 20 can drive the locking part 35 to rotate to a position aligned with the socket 16. After the locking part 35 rotates to the position aligned with the socket 16, the third inclined surface 351 is no longer pressed by the mounting bracket 10, and the locking part 35 is inserted into the socket 16 under the spring-recovery action of the first elastic member 50.

[0158] See Figure 11 and Figure 12 In some embodiments, the control member 40 further includes two elastic arms 42, which are disposed on both sides of the control member 41 along the second direction Y. One end of each elastic arm 42 is connected to the control member 41, and the other end abuts against the stop member 20. When the control member 41 moves away from the mounting bracket 10, the two elastic arms 42 deform to drive the control member 41 to move closer to the mounting bracket 10.

[0159] By moving the operating part 41 away from the mounting bracket 10, the two elastic arms 42 can be deformed, thereby generating a spring force that drives the operating part 41 to move closer to the mounting bracket 10. This allows the operating part 41 to move closer to the mounting bracket 10 under the spring force of the elastic arms 42 after the operating part 41 is released, so that the operating part 41 can return to the state close to the mounting bracket 10. This makes it easier for the locking member 30 to remain in the state of the insertion socket 16, making it difficult for the stop member 20 to open the first opening 112.

[0160] See Figure 11 and Figure 12 In some embodiments, each elastic arm 42 has a connecting hole 421, and the locking member 30 is movably disposed in two connecting holes 421 along the second direction Y. By movably disposing the locking member 30 in the connecting holes 421, the assembly of the locking member 30 and the operating member 40 is realized, and the cooperation between the connecting holes 421 and the locking member 30 can provide a guiding effect for the locking member 30, facilitating the movement of the locking member 30 along the second direction Y.

[0161] See Figure 11 and Figure 12 In some embodiments, one end of the first elastic member 50 is connected to the locking member 30, and the other end is connected to the stop member 20. The first elastic member 50 can drive the locking member 30 to insert into the socket 16, so that when the data storage fixing mechanism 100 is subjected to vibration or impact, the stop member 20 is not likely to open the first opening 112, reducing the risk of the data storage 202 being dislodged from the receiving cavity 111.

[0162] In some embodiments, one end of the first elastic member 50 located in the receiving space 341 is connected to the mounting portion 34, and the other end of the first elastic member 50 located outside the receiving space 341 is connected to the second rotating plate 22. When the locking member 30 moves in the second direction Y, the first elastic member 50 is compressed and deformed, so that when the locking member 30 is not subjected to the force of the operating portion 41, the locking member 30 can move in the opposite direction of the second direction Y under the elastic recovery action of the first elastic member 50, so as to maintain the state of being inserted into the socket 16.

[0163] Alternatively, the first elastic element 50 may be a spring. The first elastic element 50 may also be other components with elastic deformation capabilities.

[0164] See Figure 5 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the data storage fixing mechanism 100 further includes a third elastic member 60, which is disposed on the mounting bracket 10 and connected to the stop member 20. The third elastic member 60 can drive the stop member 20 to rotate in the direction of opening the first opening 112.

[0165] When the locking member 30 is released from locking the mounting bracket 10, the stop member 20 can rotate in the direction of opening the first opening 112 under the drive of the third elastic member 60, thereby facilitating the opening of the first opening 112 by the stop member 20 and improving the convenience of operation.

[0166] See Figure 5 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the first elastic element 50 is a torsion spring, and the sliding part 132 is provided with a mounting shaft 133. The torsion spring is sleeved on the mounting shaft 133, with one end of the torsion spring abutting against the first rotating plate 21 and the other end abutting against the sliding part 132. One end of the first rotating plate 21 is rotatably connected to the mounting shaft 133. When the stop 20 rotates in the direction of opening the first opening 112, the torsion spring deforms, and the force generated by the torsion spring can drive the stop 20 to rotate in the direction of blocking the first opening.

[0167] In some embodiments, by pulling the operating part 41 in the first direction X, the operating part 41 can move the locking member 30 in the second direction Y to disengage from the socket 16, thus releasing the locking member 30 from the mounting bracket 10. Then, the stop 20 automatically opens the first opening 112 under the action of the third elastic member 60. After releasing the operating part 41, the locking member 30 can be driven to move in the opposite direction of the second direction Y under the action of the first elastic member 50, so that the locking member 30 remains in the state of being inserted into the socket 16. In addition, after the stop 20 opens the first opening 112, the data memory 202 can be moved in the first direction X under the action of the slider 13, so as to remove the data memory 202. The slider 13 can also be reset to the second position under the force of the second elastic member 15, so as to drive the data memory 202 into the receiving cavity 111.

[0168] By pulling the control unit 41 away from the mounting bracket 10, the locking member 30 and the mounting bracket 10 are unlocked, making it difficult for the control unit 41 to release the locking member 30 and the mounting bracket 10 when it is accidentally pressed, thereby making it difficult for the data storage 202 to detach from the accommodating cavity 111.

[0169] In addition, those skilled in the art may make other changes within this application. Of course, all such changes made in accordance with this application should be included within the scope disclosed in this application.

Claims

1. A data storage device fixing mechanism, characterized in that, include: The mounting bracket has a communicating accommodating cavity and a first opening, the accommodating cavity being used to accommodate a data storage device, and the first opening allowing the data storage device to enter and exit the accommodating cavity along a first direction; the mounting bracket also has an insertion port. A stop is rotatably mounted on the mounting bracket to open or cover the first opening; A locking element is movably disposed on the stop element, the locking element having a first inclined surface; The first elastic element has one end connected to the locking element and the other end connected to the stop element; When the stopper blocks the first opening, the first elastic member can drive the locking member to insert into the socket to lock the relative position of the stopper and the mounting bracket; and An operating member is movably disposed on the stop member. The operating member has an operating portion with a second inclined surface that is parallel to and in contact with the first inclined surface. When the stop member blocks the first opening and the operating portion moves away from the mounting bracket along the first direction, the second inclined surface drives the locking member to move in a second direction through the first inclined surface, causing the locking member to disengage from the socket, thereby allowing the stop member to open the first opening. The second direction is perpendicular to the first direction.

2. The data storage device fixing mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first inclined surface extends along the direction in which the locking member is inserted into the socket and is inclined away from the mounting bracket; when the operating member moves away from the mounting bracket, the second inclined surface slides relative to the first inclined surface and drives the locking member to move away from the socket by pushing the first inclined surface.

3. The data storage device fixing mechanism as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The locking member also has a first blocking surface, and the operating part also has a second blocking surface, the first blocking surface and the second blocking surface being parallel; when the locking member is inserted into the socket, the first blocking surface contacts the second blocking surface and restricts the operating part from moving towards the mounting bracket.

4. The data storage device fixing mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The operating member further includes two elastic arms, which are disposed on both sides of the operating part along the second direction. One end of each elastic arm is connected to the operating part, and the other end abuts against the stop. When the operating part moves away from the mounting bracket, the two elastic arms deform to drive the operating part to move closer to the mounting bracket.

5. The data storage device fixing mechanism as described in claim 4, characterized in that, Each of the resilient arms has a connecting hole, and the locking member is movably disposed in two of the connecting holes along the second direction.

6. The data storage device fixing mechanism as described in any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The operating part has a mounting groove with a second opening facing the mounting bracket. A first protrusion and a second protrusion are provided in the mounting groove. A portion of the second inclined surface is provided on the first protrusion and another portion is provided on the second protrusion. A guide channel is formed between the first protrusion and the second protrusion, and the guide channel communicates with the second opening. The locking member includes a guide portion movably disposed in the guide channel along the second direction; in the first direction, the guide portion is movable relative to the operating part from the second opening toward disengaging from the guide channel.

7. The data storage device fixing mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The locking member includes a locking part for insertion into the socket. The locking part has a third inclined surface located on the side of the locking part facing the mounting bracket. The third inclined surface extends along the direction in which the locking part is inserted into the socket and is inclined away from the mounting bracket.

8. The data storage device fixing mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The stop includes a first rotating plate and a second rotating plate. One end of the first rotating plate is rotatably connected to the mounting bracket. The second rotating plate is disposed on the first rotating plate and forms an installation space with the first rotating plate. A portion of the locking member and a portion of the operating part are disposed in the installation space.

9. The data storage device fixing mechanism as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The mounting bracket includes a frame and a slider. The frame has the receiving cavity and the first opening communicating with the receiving cavity. The slider is slidably disposed on the frame along the first direction. The end of the slider away from the first opening is provided with a pushing part, which is used to push the data storage device to move away from the receiving cavity.

10. A chassis, characterized in that, It includes a data storage device and a data storage device fixing mechanism as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the data storage device is disposed in the accommodating cavity.

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