Module structure, server and module structure mounting method

Abstract

The application provides a module structure, a server and a module structure mounting method, and relates to the technical field of servers.The module structure comprises a first module and a second module, and the server comprises a bottom plate and oppositely arranged inner side plates arranged on the bottom plate.The opposite surfaces of the oppositely arranged inner side plates are each provided with a guide portion and a guide portion, the guide portion is located above the guide portion, a guide groove is formed between the guide portion and the bottom plate, the first module is movably arranged along a first direction relative to the guide groove, the first module is connected to the bottom plate, the second module is provided with a guide groove, the guide groove is movably arranged along a second direction and the first direction relative to the guide portion, the second module is connected to the inner side plate, the second module is located above the first module, and the end surface of the second module along the first direction abuts against the end surface of the first module.The module structure is mounted in the internal space of the server, the internal space layout of the server is more reasonable, and the internal space of the server is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of server technology, and in particular to a module structure, a server, and a method for installing the module structure. Background Technology

[0002] In server applications, various modules require external cables. These modules are installed on expansion modules, which then connect to these cables. However, this process presents several challenges. First, to accommodate the expansion modules within the server housing, a sliding groove is directly installed on the housing. The expansion modules then mate with this groove, making it difficult to accommodate different types of expansion modules on the server, resulting in insufficient compatibility. Second, the expansion modules have a set height. After multiple modules are installed on various expansion modules, they are stacked and assembled, leading to a significant increase in the overall height of the expansion modules and a large footprint on the server. Furthermore, disassembling individual expansion modules is inconvenient and hinders maintenance in real-world scenarios. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this application is to solve the aforementioned technical problems by providing a modular structure, a server, and a method for installing the modular structure, thereby achieving a more rational spatial layout of the modular structure and reducing the internal space occupied by the server. To achieve the above objective, the technical solution of this application is as follows:

[0004] In a first aspect, this application provides a module structure applied to a server. The module structure includes a first module and a second module. The server includes a base plate and inner side plates arranged at intervals on the base plate. Each of the opposite surfaces of the inner side plates is provided with a guide portion and a guide portion. The guide portion is located above the guide portion, and a guide groove is formed between the guide portion and the base plate. The first module is movable relative to the guide groove along a first direction and is connected to the base plate. The second module is provided with a guide groove, which is movable relative to the guide portion along a second direction and a first direction, respectively. The second module is connected to the inner side plates and is located above the first module. Along the first direction, the end face of the second module abuts against the end face of the first module.

[0005] Secondly, this application provides a server including the aforementioned module structure and rear window frame, wherein the top of the inner side plate is provided with a connecting portion extending to the top of the second module, and the connecting portion is connected to the rear window frame.

[0006] Thirdly, this application provides a module structure installation method for installing the aforementioned module structure, the method comprising:

[0007] Obtain the dimensional parameter information of the first module and the second module, and determine the spacing distance of the relatively arranged inner side plates, the position information of the guide part, and the position information of the guide part based on the dimensional parameter information;

[0008] According to the position information of the guide part, cut at the corresponding position on the inner side plate, keeping the guide part connected to the inner side plate, so that the guide part is bent at a preset angle towards the inner wall of the inner side plate, and a guide groove is formed between the guide part and the bottom plate.

[0009] Based on the position information of the guide section, install the guide section at the corresponding position on the inner side plate;

[0010] The first module is moved along the first direction and inserted into the guide slot, and the first module is fixed to the base plate;

[0011] Align the guide groove of the second module with the guide part. After the guide groove moves into place along the second direction, adjust it to move along the first direction until the end face of the second module along the first direction abuts against the end face of the first module along the first direction, and fix the second module and the inner side plate.

[0012] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages of the module structure, server, and module structure installation method of this application are mainly reflected in the following aspects:

[0013] After the first module and the second module are moved into place, the second module is located in the space above the first module, and the end face of the second module abuts against the end face of the first module. The end face of the first module extends to the end face of the second module along the second direction, so that the first module partially covers the second module. This ensures the stability of the cooperation between the first module and the second module, and reduces the internal space occupied by the module structure after assembly. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a server provided for an embodiment of this application;

[0015] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the internal space of the server in one embodiment.

[0016] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The module structure shown is a schematic diagram of one embodiment;

[0017] Figure 4 for Figure 2 The module structure shown is illustrated in the second schematic diagram of one embodiment.

[0018] Figure 5 for Figure 1 The diagram shows a structural schematic of the base plate and inner side plate in one embodiment.

[0019] Figure 6 for Figure 3 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the first module in one embodiment.

[0020] Figure 7 for Figure 3 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the second module in one embodiment.

[0021] Figure 8 for Figure 3 The diagram shown illustrates the assembly of the module structure with the first module and the second module in one embodiment.

[0022] Figure 9 for Figure 8 The diagram shows a structural schematic of the first module and the first module assembled in one embodiment.

[0023] Figure label:

[0024] First module 1, lower plate 11, lower side plate 12, lower end plate 13, lower window 14, upper window 15, fixing part 16, wear-resistant layer 17, lower air vent 18;

[0025] Second module 2, guide groove 21, longitudinal groove 22, transverse groove 23, closed end 24, open end 25, upper plate 26, upper side plate 27, upper end plate 28, upper air vent 29;

[0026] Base plate 31, inner side plate 32, guide part 33, guide part 34, limiting part 35, guide groove 36, opening 37, connecting part 38;

[0027] First mounting component 41, second mounting component 42, first slide rail 43, second slide rail 44, indicator light 45, first cable connector 46, second cable connector 47;

[0028] 51. Rear window frame; 52. Top plate; 53. Clip-on part; 54. Clip-on groove;

[0029] Module 1, 61; Module 2, 62. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To make the technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the exemplary embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not an exhaustive list of all embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other.

[0031] Example 1

[0032] This embodiment provides a modular structure applied to a server. In the server, the module refers to a functional expansion component that can be dynamically installed and uninstalled. Each module is independent of the others, and maintenance usually does not affect the stability of the core platform and other modules.

[0033] In related technologies, servers are consuming significantly more computing resources. Components such as accelerator cards and CPUs within servers are being upgraded and replaced rapidly. On the one hand, the size of these newer accelerator cards and CPUs has increased, along with the number of cables, leading to increasingly cramped internal server space. On the other hand, the increased computing power generates more heat, greatly increasing the demands on the cooling system. These two factors combined exacerbate the limitations of current server internal space design, making component maintenance more difficult. Because each component module is highly functional, consumes a lot of power, and generates a lot of heat, insufficient internal space and a lack of a good modular structure to meet cooling requirements will negatively impact the various components within the server. Therefore, this embodiment improves the module structure to solve the above problems. The module structure is reasonably designed to effectively alleviate the limitation of internal space in the server. The module structure is easy to disassemble and assemble, and the modules can be quickly connected to the module structure for easy maintenance and upgrades. At the same time, the module structure has good heat dissipation performance, which not only ensures the stability and durability of the module structure, but also makes the module structure have good compatibility. The module structure can be adaptively arranged in any position in the server. The following is a detailed description.

[0034] In this embodiment, the first direction refers to... Figure 3 As indicated by the marking in the first direction, the first direction can be the length direction of the module structure, and the second direction refers to... Figure 3 As indicated by the marking in the second direction, the second direction can be the height direction of the module structure, and the third direction refers to... Figure 3 As indicated by the label in the middle, the third direction can be the width direction of the module structure.

[0035] like Figures 1-5 As shown, the module structure includes a first module 1 and a second module 2. The server includes a base plate 31 and inner side plates 32 arranged at intervals on the base plate 31. Each of the opposite surfaces of the inner side plates 32 is provided with a guide portion 33 and a guide portion 34. The guide portion 34 is located above the guide portion 33. A guide groove 36 is formed between the guide portion 33 and the base plate 31. The first module 1 is movable relative to the guide groove 36 along a first direction and is connected to the base plate 31. The second module 2 is provided with a guide groove 21. The second module 2 is movable relative to the guide portion 34 along a second direction and a first direction, respectively, through the guide groove 21. The second module 2 is connected to the inner side plate 32 and is located above the first module 1. The end face of the second module 2 abuts against the end face of the first module 1 along the first direction.

[0036] The module structure can be an input / output (I / O) module structure, compatible with a printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) module structure. For example, the I / O module structure can be a security control (SCM) module structure, i.e., the first module 1, used to carry and fix the SCM management board; the PCBA module structure can be a structure with a network card module, i.e., the second module 2, used to carry and fix the OCP network card. The first module 61 is installed in the first module 1, and the first module 61 can be the SCM management board; the second module 62 is installed in the second module 2, and the second module 62 can be the OCP network card.

[0037] The server includes a base plate 31 and inner side plates 32 arranged at intervals on the base plate 31. The relative intervals of the inner side plates 32 can be reasonably arranged in the internal space of the server according to design requirements, so that the module structure can be smoothly installed into the space between the relative inner side plates 32. The module structure and the inner side plates 32 are flexibly matched. Compared with the traditional module structure that requires a set height space to be installed, such as the module structure being box-shaped with a set box height space, this embodiment can position the module structure in the space between the relative inner side plates 32, effectively reducing the internal space occupied by the server, reducing the limitations of assembling the module structure and the inner side plates 32, and improving the versatility when installing the module structure into the server.

[0038] The inner side plates 32 are arranged opposite to each other and are provided with guide parts 33 and guide parts 34. The guide parts 34 are located above the guide parts 33. A guide groove 36 arranged along the first direction is formed between the guide parts 33 and the base plate 31. The first module 1 is moved along the guide groove 36. By providing guide parts 33 on the inner side plates 32 and forming guide groove 36 between the guide parts 33 and the base plate 31, compared with the traditional slide groove structure directly installed on the base plate 31, the formation of guide groove 36 in this embodiment is more flexible. The guide parts 33 and the base plate 31 can cooperate to form guide groove 36 at a reasonable position on the inner side plates 32, which solves the inconvenience of disassembling and assembling the traditional slide groove structure. There is no need to install the slide groove structure. The function of the traditional slide groove can be quickly realized by using the guide parts 33, which effectively saves the internal space of the server.

[0039] The second module 2 is provided with a guide groove 21. The second module 2 is moved along the guide part 34 through the guide groove 21. When the guide part 34 slides with the guide groove 21, the guide part 34 extends into the guide groove 21 and does not occupy the installation space of the second module 2.

[0040] After the first module 1 and the second module 2 are moved into place, the second module 2 is located in the space above the first module 1, and the end face of the second module 2 abuts against the end face of the first module 1. The end face of the first module 1 extends to the end face of the second module 2 along the second direction, so that the first module 1 partially covers the second module 2. This ensures the stability of the cooperation between the first module 1 and the second module 2, and reduces the internal space occupied by the module structure after assembly.

[0041] In this embodiment, the first module 1 and the second module 2 are assembled compactly, combining the I / O module structure with the network card module to form a modular structure that can be easily disassembled, combining flexibility and functionality. The module structure supports OCP network card hot-swappable function, which facilitates maintenance and upgrades, reduces downtime, and improves the convenience of operation and maintenance and the reliability of the server.

[0042] In some embodiments, the inner side plate 32 is provided with an opening 37 for forming a guide portion 33, which is bent toward the inner wall of the inner side plate 32 so that the guide portion 33 is spaced apart from the bottom plate 31.

[0043] like Figure 5 As shown, the inner side plate 32 is vertically arranged relative to the bottom plate 31. Based on the size parameters of the first module 1, the size of the guide groove 36 can be determined, and thus the position of the opening 37 on the inner side plate 32 can be determined. The opening 37 on the inner side plate 32 corresponds to the guide part 33. It can be understood that the opening 37 does not completely cut off the guide part 33, but retains the guide part 33 connected to part of the inner wall of the opening 37, so that the guide part 33 is still connected to the inner side plate 32. By bending the guide part 33 until the guide part 33 is relatively perpendicular to the inner side plate 32, the guide part 33 and the bottom plate 31 are relatively parallel, and thus the guide part 33 and the bottom plate 31 form the guide groove 36. By forming the guide part 33 by opening the opening 37 on the inner side plate 32, rather than installing the guide part 33 on the inner side plate 32, the internal space occupied by the installation of the guide part 33 can be reduced, and manufacturing costs can also be saved. A hole 37 is made on the inner side plate 32. The size of the hole 37 can be determined according to the actual size parameters of the first module 1. It has controllable size adjustment capability and can be applied to different types of first modules 1. It is highly operable during actual assembly.

[0044] In some embodiments, limiting portions 35 are respectively provided on the opposite surfaces of the inner side plates 32 arranged opposite to each other, and the first module 1 moves against the limiting portions 35 along the first direction so that the first module 1 moves to the maximum stroke limit.

[0045] For example, such as Figure 2As shown, the limiting part 35 can be disposed at the end of the inner side plate 32 along the first direction, or it can be disposed at the middle of the inner side plate 32 along the first direction. When the first module 1 abuts against the limiting part 35, it indicates that the first module 1 has moved to its maximum stroke along the first direction. The specific placement position of the limiting part 35 on the inner side plate 32 is adapted to the position of the first module 1 inserted into the space between the opposing inner side plates 32. In this embodiment, the limiting part 35 is located at the end of the inner side plate 32 along the first direction. After the first module 1 is inserted into the space between the opposing inner side plates 32, the end of the first module 1 along the first direction is flush with the end of the bottom plate 31 along the first direction. It can be understood that the first module 1 is completely moved into the space between the opposing inner side plates 32, avoiding the defect that the first module 1 is partially exposed outside the server.

[0046] In some embodiments, the guide groove 21 includes a longitudinal groove 22 and a transverse groove 23. One end of the transverse groove 23 along the first direction is a closed end 24, and the other end of the transverse groove 23 along the first direction is connected to the longitudinal groove 22. The end of the longitudinal groove 22 that is away from the transverse groove 23 along the second direction is an open end 25, and the open end 25 extends to the bottom of the second module 2.

[0047] For example, such as Figure 3 , Figure 5 As shown, multiple guide grooves 21 can be provided on the second module 2 to improve the stability of the second module 2 when installed on the inner side plate 32. When the second module 2 is installed into the inner side plate 32, the second module 2 moves along the second direction, so that the guide part 34 enters the open end 25 and moves along the longitudinal groove 22, and then enters the transverse groove 23 until the guide part 34 abuts against the closed end 24. At this point, the end face of the second module 2 along the first direction abuts against the end face of the first module 1 along the first direction. The second module 2 moves to the maximum stroke limit, and the second module 2 is positioned stably, preventing shaking after the second module 2 is installed into the inner side plate 32. When disassembling the second module 2, it can be removed directly from above the first module 1, providing a good installation view and making installation more convenient.

[0048] In other possible implementations, the longitudinal groove 22 may be connected to a plurality of transverse grooves 23, which are arranged sequentially at intervals along the second direction. When the guide part 34 enters the longitudinal groove 22, it can be selectively moved to the corresponding transverse groove 23, so that the second module 2 has the function of adjustment and positioning along the second direction, which can be used to cooperate with the first module 1 and improve the versatility of the module structure.

[0049] In some embodiments, the first module 1 includes a lower plate 11, lower side plates 12 disposed on both sides of the lower plate 11, and a lower end plate 13 disposed at one end of the lower plate 11 along a first direction; the lower side plates 12 are movably disposed along the guide groove 36, and the end of the lower plate 11 opposite to the lower end plate 13 is connected to the base plate 31 through a first mounting member 41. The lower end plate 13 has a lower window 14 and an upper window 15, which are arranged correspondingly along a second direction. The lower window 14 is used to load the first module 61, and the upper window 15 is used to load the second module 62.

[0050] like Figure 3 , Figures 6-9 As shown, the lower plate 11 and the base plate 31 are connected by a first mounting member 41, which can be a hand-tightening screw. When the first module 1 moves to its maximum stroke, the first mounting member 41 passes through the lower plate 11 and the base plate 31. By locking the first mounting member 41, the lower plate 11 and the base plate 31 are connected and fixed. The lower plate 11 is connected to the lower side plate 12 in a roughly U-shaped structure, and the lower plate 11 is connected to the lower end plate 13 in a roughly L-shaped structure. The lower end plate 13 and the lower side plate 12 can be connected or spaced apart. When the lower end plate 13 is connected to the lower side plate 12, the first module 1 has good structural strength and load-bearing capacity.

[0051] The lower side plate 12 is moved along the guide groove 36 and abuts against the inner wall of the inner side plate 32, thereby improving the stability of the space between the first module 1 and the corresponding inner side plate 32.

[0052] The lower end plate 13 is provided with multiple downdraft vents 18, through which airflow can enter the internal space of the server for effective heat dissipation. At the same time, the first module 1 forms a large communication space with the internal space of the server, enabling the first module 1 to achieve sufficient heat dissipation.

[0053] A wear-resistant layer 17 is provided at the end of the lower plate 11 along the first direction corresponding to the lower window 14. The size of the lower window 14 is adapted to the size of the first module 61. When the first module 61 passes through the lower window 14 and enters the lower plate 11, the end face of the first module 61 along the first direction is flush with the end face of the lower end plate 13. The wear-resistant layer 17 contacts the bottom of the first module 61, providing good guidance and support, and improving the positioning effect of the first module 1 on the first module 61. The end face of the first module 61 along the first direction located in the lower window 14 has multiple expansion interfaces to realize the input / output function of the first module 61.

[0054] In some embodiments, the second module 2 includes an upper plate 26, upper side plates 27 disposed on both sides of the upper plate 26, and an upper end plate 28 disposed at one end of the upper plate 26 along a first direction; the upper side plate 27 is provided with a guide groove 21, the upper end plate 28 abuts against the end face of the first module 1 along the first direction, and the end of the upper side plate 27 away from the upper end plate 28 is connected to the inner side plate 32 through the second mounting member 42.

[0055] For example, such as Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 As shown, the upper plate 28 is provided with multiple upper air vents 29, which are connected to the lower air vents 18. The upper side plate 27 abuts against the inner wall of the inner side plate 32, allowing the second module 2 to move stably between the corresponding inner side plates 32, preventing positioning deviation of the second module 2. When the second module 2 moves to its maximum stroke, the upper plate 28 abuts against the lower plate 13. At this time, the upper air vents 29 and the lower air vents 18 are connected, and the airflow passes through the upper air vents 29 and the lower air vents 18, achieving effective heat dissipation and removing heat from the first module 1 and the second module 2.

[0056] The upper plate 26 is connected to the upper side plate 27 in a roughly U-shaped structure, and the upper end plate 28 is connected to the upper plate 26 in a roughly L-shaped structure. The upper end plate 28 is set to avoid the upper window 15. When the upper end plate 28 and the lower end plate 13 abut against each other, the upper end plate 28 and the upper window 15 do not interfere with each other, thus not affecting the setting of the second module 2 in the upper window 15.

[0057] The upper end plate 28 can be connected to the upper side plate 27 or spaced apart. When the upper end plate 28 is connected to the upper side plate 27, the connection strength of the upper end plate 28 is increased, and the structural strength of the upper end plate 28 abutting against the lower end plate 13 is maintained.

[0058] The second mounting component 42 can be a hand-tightening screw. The second mounting component 42 passes through the upper side plate 27 and the inner side plate 32. By tightening the second mounting component 42, the upper side plate 27 and the inner side plate 32 are connected and fixed. The upper side plates 27 are respectively provided with the second mounting components 42. The second mounting components 42 are symmetrically arranged at the ends of the two upper side plates 27 away from the lower end plate 13, thereby ensuring that the second module 2 is stably connected to the inner side plate 32.

[0059] A first cable connector 46 is provided at the end of the lower plate 11 opposite to the lower end plate 13. The first cable connector 46 is connected to the lower plate 11, and the connection method is not limited to screw connection, snap connection, or riveting. One end of the first module 61 is located in the lower window 14, and the other end of the first module 61 is correspondingly inserted and mated with the first cable connector 46.

[0060] A second cable connector 47 is provided at the end of the upper plate 26 opposite to the lower end plate 13. The second cable connector 47 is connected to the upper plate 26, and the connection method is not limited to screw connection, snap connection, or riveting. One end of the second module 62 is located in the upper window 15, and the other end of the second module 62 is correspondingly plugged into the second cable connector 47.

[0061] The first module 61 achieves effective connection through the first cable connector 46, and similarly, the second module 62 achieves effective connection through the second cable connector 47. The cables connected by the first cable connector 46 and the cables connected by the second cable connector 47 do not interfere with each other, making the wiring method of the module structure more reasonable and avoiding the problem of cable crossing and confusion.

[0062] In some embodiments, the lower plate 11 is provided with a first sliding groove 43 spaced apart from each other, the first module 61 is disposed in the lower window 14 and is movable along the first sliding groove 43; the lower end plate 13 is provided with a fixing part 16 located at the upper edge of the lower window 14, the fixing part 16 is detachably connected to the first module 61; the upper plate 26 is provided with a second sliding groove 44 spaced apart from each other, the second module 62 is disposed in the upper window 15 and is movable along the second sliding groove 44, the lower end plate 13 is detachably connected to the second module 62.

[0063] like Figure 3 , Figure 6 , Figure 8 As shown, the distance between the relatively spaced first slide grooves 43 is adapted to the distance between the first module 61, allowing the first module 61 to move stably along the first slide grooves 43. The two ends of the first module 61 in the third direction are respectively engaged with the first slide grooves 43. The first module 61 enters the first module 1 from the lower window 14 until it is connected to the first cable connector 46. The distance between the relatively spaced second slide grooves 44 is adapted to the distance between the second module 62, allowing the second module 62 to move stably along the second slide grooves 44. The two ends of the second module 62 in the third direction are respectively engaged with the second slide grooves 44. The second module 62 enters the second module 2 from the upper window 15 until it is connected to the second cable connector 47.

[0064] A displacement sensor (not shown in the figure) and an indicator light 45 are installed on the second slide rail 44. The displacement sensor is used to detect the movement position of the second module 62. The displacement sensor is electrically connected to the indicator light 45, which is located at the end of the second slide rail 44 facing the lower end plate 13 along the first direction. The indicator light 45 extends through the upper end plate 28 and out of the lower end plate 13. When the second module 62 has not moved to its maximum stroke, the displacement sensor detects the position information of the second module 62 and feeds it back to the controller. The controller controls the indicator light 45 to flash or remain constantly lit to indicate that the second module 62 is not installed correctly, thus improving the accuracy of the installation of the second module 62.

[0065] For example, the connection method between the first module 61 and the fixing part 16 is not limited to screw connection or snap connection. One end of the first module 61 is connected to the fixing part 16, and the other end of the first module 61 is connected to the first cable connector 46 to ensure the installation stability of the first module 61.

[0066] Both the first module 61 and the second module 62 are installed into the module structure from the same side of the lower end plate 13, which makes the operation more convenient and improves the speed of use. When installing the first module 61 and the second module 62, it is more intuitive and simplifies the assembly difficulty.

[0067] Example 2

[0068] This embodiment provides a server, including the module structure and rear window frame 51 in the above embodiment. The top of the inner side plate 32 is provided with a connecting part 38 extending to the top of the second module 2, and the connecting part 38 is connected to the rear window frame 51.

[0069] For example, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, the connecting part 38 is perpendicular to the inner side plate 32 and extends to the top of the lower end plate 13. The top of the connecting part 38 and the rear window frame 51 can be positioned by screwing or snapping. The server also includes a top plate 52, which is arranged opposite to the bottom plate 31. The rear window frame 51 is arranged between the module structure and the top plate 52. Airflow can pass through the rear window frame 51 to dissipate heat from the top of the module structure. Specifically, the upper surface of the second module 62 is exposed below the top plate 52, allowing the module structure to dissipate heat quickly.

[0070] The bottom of the inner side plate 32 is provided with multiple snap-fit ​​parts 53, and the bottom plate 31 is provided with multiple snap-fit ​​grooves 54. The snap-fit ​​parts 53 and the snap-fit ​​grooves 54 are connected one-to-one, thereby maintaining the vertical connection between the inner side plate 32 and the bottom plate 31 and improving the assembly efficiency of the inner side plate 32 and the bottom plate 31.

[0071] Multiple spaced inner side plates 32 can be arranged on the base plate 31. The space between any adjacent inner side plates 32 can be used to install module structures. The arrangement of module structures within the server's internal space is quite flexible, effectively alleviating the problem of limited internal space. Installing module structures on servers significantly optimizes the server's internal space, facilitates operation and maintenance in practical scenarios, improves appearance, and provides reliable stability, making it a promising option for the server industry.

[0072] The server benefits from the modular structure, as described above.

[0073] Example 3

[0074] This embodiment provides a module structure installation method for installing the module structure described in the above embodiment. The method includes:

[0075] S1. Obtain the size parameter information of the first module 1 and the second module 2, and determine the spacing distance of the relatively arranged inner side plates 32, the position information of the guide part 33 and the position information of the guide part 34 based on the size parameter information.

[0076] The visual inspection module can obtain the size parameters of the first module 1 and the second module 2, or measure them with a simple tool. The size parameters include length, width and height. By determining the size of the lower plate 11, the spacing between the relatively arranged inner side plates 32 can be determined, thereby ensuring that the lower side plate 12 abuts against the inner side plate 32 and maintaining the guiding stability of the lower side plate 12.

[0077] The position information of the guide portion 33 includes its position after molding and its position before molding. By determining the dimensions of the lower side plate 12, the position information of the guide portion 33 after molding can be determined, so that the top of the lower side plate 12 abuts against the guide portion 33 and the bottom of the lower side plate 12 abuts against the base plate 31. Since the guide portion 33 is part of the structure of the inner side plate 32, the position information of the guide portion 33 before molding on the inner side plate 32 can be determined based on its position information after molding.

[0078] S2. According to the position information of the guide part 33, cut at the corresponding position on the inner side plate 32, keeping the guide part 33 connected to the inner side plate 32, so that the guide part 33 is bent at a preset angle toward the inner wall of the inner side plate 32, and a guide groove 36 is formed between the guide part 33 and the bottom plate 31.

[0079] Based on the position information of the guide part 33 before forming, the size of the corresponding opening 37 on the inner side plate 32 is determined. The outer contour of the opening 37 can be set to a rectangle or a rectangle with rounded corners. Two sides and one top side of the rectangle are cut off, and one bottom side of the rectangle is retained. Then, the guide part 33 is formed in the opening 37. The guide part 33 bends along its bottom side toward the inner wall of the inner side plate 32. The preset angle can be set to 90° to keep the guide part 33 parallel to the bottom plate 31. The guide groove 36 has the function of stabilizing and guiding the lower side plate 12.

[0080] The guide section 33 is part of the inner side plate 32, avoiding the need to install the guide section 33 on the inner side plate 32, reducing space occupation, and allowing the first module 1 and the second module 2 to be arranged more compactly; at the same time, the position information of the guide section 33 is determined according to the size parameter information of the lower side plate 12, so that the guide section 33 and the lower side plate 12 fit accurately; when the first module 1 is removed, the inner side plate 32 will reset the guide section 33, and the internal space of the server where the inner side plate 32 is located can be re-divided and reused.

[0081] S3. Based on the position information of the guide part 34, install the guide part 34 at the corresponding position on the inner side plate 32.

[0082] Specifically, based on the size parameters of the first module 1 and the second module 2, after the first module 1 and the second module 2 are installed in place, it is determined that the second module 2 and the first module 1 are at a preset distance along the second direction. This preset distance is greater than the height of the first module 61. At the same time, it is necessary to ensure that there is a certain amount of heat dissipation space above the first module 61. Then, based on the preset distance and the position information of the guide groove 21, the position information of the guide part 34 can be determined.

[0083] The guide section 34 is located above the guide section 33. Multiple guide sections 34 are symmetrically arranged on the inner side plate 32, which is opposite to it. The guide sections 34 and the inner side plate 32 can be fixed by screws. The connection between the guide sections 34 and the inner side plate 32 is simple, facilitating operation and installation from above the first module 1, and allowing for a direct visual assessment of the installation status of the second module 2. By controlling the relative distance between the guide sections 34 and the guide section 33, the installation distance between the first module 1 and the second module 2 can be controlled.

[0084] S4. Move the first module 1 along the first direction and insert it into the guide groove 36 to fix the first module 1 and the base plate 31.

[0085] Before the first module 1 is fixed to the base plate 31, it is confirmed that the first module 1 has moved to its maximum stroke and the lower end face of the first module 1 is flush with the end of the base plate 31 along the first direction, so that the first module 1 and the base plate 31 can be effectively fixed. The fixing method is not limited to screw connection or snap connection.

[0086] S5. Align the guide groove 21 of the second module 2 with the guide part 34. After the guide groove 21 moves into place along the second direction, adjust it to move along the first direction until the end face of the second module 2 along the first direction abuts against the end face of the first module 1 along the first direction, and fix the second module 2 and the inner side plate 32.

[0087] The guide groove 21 includes a transverse groove 23 and a longitudinal groove 22, which are connected and extend in different directions. The longitudinal groove 22 and the transverse groove 23 can be set vertically. When the guide groove 21 is aligned with the guide part 34, the entire second module 2 moves along the second direction when the guide part 34 enters the longitudinal groove 22. When the guide part 34 enters the transverse groove 23, the entire second module 2 moves along the first direction until the closed end 24 of the transverse groove 23 abuts against the guide part 34. At the same time, the end face of the second module 2 along the first direction abuts against the end face of the first module 1 along the first direction. The second module 2 and the inner side plate 32 can be effectively fixed. The fixing method is not limited to screw connection or snap connection.

[0088] S5. Load the first module 61 into the first module 1 through the lower window 14, and load the second module 62 into the second module 2 through the upper window 15.

[0089] The first module 61 moves along the first slide groove 43. When the first module 61 is inserted into the first cable connector 46, the first module 61 is locked and fixed to the fixing part 16, and then the first module 61 and the first module 1 are assembled. The first module 61 is directly assembled with the first cable connector 46, and the method of judging the positioning of the first module 61 is more intuitive, which can effectively ensure that the first module 1 is connected in place.

[0090] The second module 62 moves along the second slide rail 44. When the second module 62 is properly inserted into the second cable connector 47, the indicator light 45 will provide a timely indication. The second module 62 is then locked and fixed to the lower end plate 13, thus completing the assembly of the second module 62 with the second module 2 and the first module 1. The second module 62 has higher connection stability and better vibration resistance.

[0091] In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, directional terms such as "upper" and "lower" generally refer to the relative "upper" and "lower" in the direction of gravity when the corresponding components are in use. "Inner wall" refers to the opposite surfaces of the oppositely arranged inner side plates 32.

[0092] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0093] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication between two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0094] Although preferred embodiments of this application have been described, those skilled in the art, upon learning the basic inventive concept, can make other changes and modifications to these embodiments. Therefore, the appended embodiments are intended to be interpreted as including the preferred embodiments as well as all changes and modifications falling within the scope of this application.

[0095] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications to this application without departing from the inventive concept and scope of this application. Therefore, if such modifications and modifications fall within the scope of this application and its equivalents, this application also intends to include such modifications and modifications.

Claims

1. A modular structure applied to a server, characterized in that: The module structure includes a first module (1) and a second module (2). The server includes a base plate (31) and inner side plates (32) arranged at intervals on the base plate (31). Each of the opposite surfaces of the inner side plates (32) is provided with a guide portion (33) and a guide portion (34). The guide portion (34) is located above the guide portion (33). A guide groove (36) is formed between the guide portion (33) and the base plate (31). The first module (1) is positioned relative to the guide groove (36) along a first direction. The first module (1) is connected to the base plate (31), and the second module (2) is provided with a guide groove (21). The guide groove (21) is movable relative to the guide part (34) along the second direction and the first direction, respectively. The second module (2) is connected to the inner side plate (32). The second module (2) is located above the first module (1), and the end face of the second module (2) abuts against the end face of the first module (1) along the first direction, so that the first module 1 partially covers the second module 2. The guide groove (21) includes a longitudinal groove (22) and a transverse groove (23). One end of the transverse groove (23) along the first direction is a closed end (24), and the other end of the transverse groove (23) along the first direction is connected to the longitudinal groove (22). The end of the longitudinal groove (22) along the second direction away from the transverse groove (23) is an open end (25), and the open end (25) extends to the bottom of the second module (2).

2. The module structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner side plate (32) is provided with an opening (37) for forming the guide part (33), and the guide part (33) is bent toward the inner wall of the inner side plate (32) so that the guide part (33) is spaced apart from the bottom plate (31).

3. The module structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: Limiting portions (35) are respectively provided on the opposite surfaces of the inner side plates (32) arranged opposite to each other. The first module (1) moves against the limiting portions (35) along the first direction so that the first module (1) moves to the maximum stroke limit.

4. The module structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: When the guide part (34) abuts against the closed end (24), the end face of the second module (2) along the first direction abuts against the end face of the first module (1) along the first direction.

5. The module structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first module (1) includes a lower plate (11), lower side plates (12) disposed on both sides of the lower plate (11), and a lower end plate (13) disposed at one end of the lower plate (11) along a first direction; the lower side plate (12) is movably disposed along the guide groove (36), and the end of the lower plate (11) away from the lower end plate (13) is connected to the base plate (31) through a first mounting member (41). The lower end plate (13) has a lower window (14) and an upper window (15), and the lower window (14) and the upper window (15) are arranged correspondingly along a second direction. The lower window (14) is used to load the first module (61), and the upper window (15) is used to load the second module (62).

6. The module structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second module (2) includes an upper plate (26), upper side plates (27) disposed on both sides of the upper plate (26), and an upper end plate (28) disposed at one end of the upper plate (26) along a first direction; the upper side plate (27) is provided with the guide groove (21), the upper end plate (28) abuts against the lower end plate (13), and the end of the upper side plate (27) away from the upper end plate (28) is connected to the inner side plate (32) through a second mounting member (42).

7. The module structure according to claim 6, characterized in that: The lower plate (11) is provided with a first sliding groove (43) spaced apart from each other. The first module (61) is disposed in the lower window (14) and is movable along the first sliding groove (43). The lower end plate (13) is provided with a fixing part (16) located at the upper edge of the lower window (14). The fixing part (16) is detachably connected to the first module (61). The upper plate (26) is provided with a second sliding groove (44) spaced apart from each other. The second module (62) is disposed in the upper window (15) and is movable along the second sliding groove (44). The lower end plate (13) is detachably connected to the second module (62).

8. A server, characterized in that: The module structure and rear window frame (51) as described in any one of claims 1-7 are provided with a connecting part (38) extending above the second module (2) on the top of the inner side plate (32), and the connecting part (38) is connected to the rear window frame (51).

9. A method for installing a modular structure, used for installing a modular structure comprising any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The methods include: Obtain the size parameter information of the first module (1) and the second module (2), and determine the spacing distance of the relatively arranged inner side plates (32), the position information of the guide part (33) and the position information of the guide part (34) based on the size parameter information; According to the position information of the guide part (33), the corresponding position on the inner side plate (32) is cut, and the guide part (33) is kept connected to the inner side plate (32). The guide part (33) is bent at a preset angle towards the inner wall of the inner side plate (32), and a guide groove (36) is formed between the guide part (33) and the bottom plate (31). According to the position information of the guide part (34), the guide part (34) is installed at the corresponding position on the inner side plate (32). Move the first module (1) along the first direction and insert it into the guide groove (36) to fix the first module (1) and the base plate (31). Align the guide groove (21) of the second module (2) with the guide part (34). After the guide groove (21) moves into place along the second direction, adjust it to move along the first direction until the end face of the second module (2) along the first direction abuts against the end face of the first module (1) along the first direction, and fix the second module (2) and the inner side plate (32).

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