Handle device, network card and server

Abstract

This application relates to a handle device, a network interface card (NIC), and a server. The handle device includes a bracket, a locking element, and a toggle element. The bracket is used to mount the NIC body. The locking element is mounted on the bracket and has a locked position and a released position. In the locked position, the locking element can engage with the housing; in the released position, the locking element can disengage from the housing. The toggle element is mounted on the bracket and cooperates with the locking element. The toggle element can move between a first operating position and a second operating position. In the first operating position, the toggle element can restrict the locking element from switching from the locked position to the released position; in the second operating position, the toggle element allows the locking element to move between the locked and released positions. The handle device of this application is suitable for both hot-swappable and non-hot-swappable NIC operating conditions, requires no screws for fastening, and is convenient for operators to use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of server technology, and more specifically, to a handle device, a network card, and a server. Background Technology

[0002] The OpenCompute Project (OCP) is an open-source hardware organization launched in 2011 by Facebook, Intel, Rackspace, Goldman Sachs, and Arista Networks. Its mission is to enable scalable computing through open-source hardware technologies, provide efficient server, storage, and data center hardware designs to reduce the environmental impact of data centers, and is committed to innovation around open-source contributions to networking, servers, storage, and OpenRack.

[0003] In related technologies, OCP cards are classified into hot-swappable and non-hot-swappable types based on system functionality. Hot-swappable OCP cards can be installed without tools, but non-hot-swappable OCP cards require a separate screw for secure installation to prevent system crashes caused by removing the OCP card during server operation. However, because non-hot-swappable OCP cards require screw fastening, the flexibility of installing and removing them is limited. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application aims to at least partially address one of the technical problems in the related art.

[0005] Therefore, embodiments of this application propose a handle device that is suitable for both hot-swappable and non-hot-swappable network cards, and does not require screws for fastening, making it convenient for operators to use.

[0006] An embodiment of this application also proposes a network interface card (NIC).

[0007] An embodiment of this application also proposes a server.

[0008] The handle device of this application includes: a bracket for mounting on a network card body; a locking member mounted on the bracket, the locking member having a locked position and a released position, wherein in the locked position the locking member can engage with the housing, and in the released position the locking member can disengage from the housing; and a toggle member mounted on the bracket and cooperating with the locking member, the toggle member being operable between a first use position and a second use position, wherein in the first use position the toggle member can restrict the locking member from switching from the locked position to the released position, and in the second use position the toggle member can allow the locking member to move between the locked position and the released position.

[0009] According to the handle device of the embodiments of this application, since the toggle member can move between a first use position and a second use position, in the first use position, the toggle member can restrict the locking member from switching from a locked position to a released position. Therefore, when the network card is used in a non-hot-swappable condition, the toggle member can be switched to the first use position to prevent the operator from accidentally removing the network card. Since the toggle member allows the locking member to move between a locked position and a released position in the second use position, when the network card is used in a hot-swappable condition, the toggle member can be switched to the second use position so that the operator can easily plug and unplug the network card. Therefore, the handle device of the embodiments of this application is applicable to both hot-swappable and non-hot-swappable network card conditions, and does not require screws for fastening, making it convenient for operators to use.

[0010] In some embodiments, the handle device includes a pivot connected to the bracket and the locking member, the locking member being rotatable relative to the bracket about the axis of the pivot.

[0011] In some embodiments, the locking member includes a plate, a pressing part, and a hook part, the pivot is connected to the plate, and the pressing part and the hook part are respectively arranged on both sides of the pivot.

[0012] In some embodiments, the handle device further includes an elastic element disposed between the locking member and the bracket, the elastic element having an elastic force that drives the pressing portion to move away from the bracket.

[0013] In some embodiments, at least one of the locking member and the bracket is provided with a positioning portion, and the elastic member is mounted on the positioning portion.

[0014] In some embodiments, a receiving cavity is provided between the bracket and the locking member, with a portion of the actuating member disposed within the receiving cavity and another portion of the actuating member located outside the receiving cavity.

[0015] In some embodiments, the receiving cavity has an opening located at one end of the bracket away from the network card body, and the actuating member has a lever portion extending out of the opening.

[0016] In some embodiments, the actuating member includes a turntable and a stop portion, both of which are disposed within the receiving cavity. The stop portion and the lever portion are both connected to the turntable. The turntable is rotatably connected to the bracket. The bracket has a clearance opening. In the first use position, the stop portion is offset from the clearance opening and abuts against the locking member. In the second use position, the stop portion is opposite to the clearance opening and spaced apart.

[0017] Another embodiment of the network card of this application includes: a handle device, the handle device being the handle device described in any one of the embodiments of this application; a network card body, and the bracket being connected to the network card body.

[0018] According to the network card of the embodiments of this application, since the toggle member is operable between a first use position and a second use position, in the first use position, the toggle member can restrict the locking member from switching from a locked position to a released position. Therefore, when the network card is used in a non-hot-swappable condition, the toggle member can be switched to the first use position to prevent the operator from accidentally removing the network card. Since the toggle member allows the locking member to move between a locked position and a released position in the second use position, when the network card is used in a hot-swappable condition, the toggle member can be switched to the second use position so that the operator can easily plug and unplug the network card. Therefore, the handle device of the network card according to the embodiments of this application is applicable to both hot-swappable and non-hot-swappable network card conditions, and does not require screws for fastening, making it convenient for operators to use.

[0019] Another embodiment of the server in this application includes: a network card, wherein the network card is the network card described in the embodiment of this application; a housing, wherein the locking member of the handle device can be engaged with the housing.

[0020] According to the server embodiments of this application, since the toggle member is operable between a first usage position and a second usage position, in the first usage position, the toggle member can restrict the locking member from switching from a locked position to a released position. Therefore, when the network card is used in a non-hot-swappable condition, the toggle member can be switched to the first usage position to prevent the operator from accidentally removing the network card. Since the toggle member, in the second usage position, allows the locking member to move between a locked position and a released position, when the network card is used in a hot-swappable condition, the toggle member can be switched to the second usage position so that the operator can easily plug and unplug the network card. Therefore, the network card handle device of the server embodiments of this application is applicable to both hot-swappable and non-hot-swappable network card conditions, and does not require screws for fastening, making it convenient for operators to use. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the network card according to an embodiment of this application.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of the network card from another angle according to an embodiment of this application.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the handle device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the handle device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0025] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the handle device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0026] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of the bracket of the handle device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0027] Figure 7 This is a perspective view of the toggle member of the handle device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0028] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the handle device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0029] Figure 9 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the server of the handle device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0030] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 A magnified view of A in the middle.

[0031] Figure label:

[0032] 1. Handle device;

[0033] 11. Bracket; 111. Receiving cavity; 112. Opening; 113. Clearance opening; 114. Second positioning part;

[0034] 12. Locking component; 121. Plate body; 122. Pressing part; 123. Hook part; 124. First positioning part;

[0035] 13. Actuating element; 131. Actuating lever; 132. Turntable; 133. Stop;

[0036] 14. Pivot;

[0037] 15. Elastic components;

[0038] 16. Fixing pin;

[0039] 17. Identifiers;

[0040] 18. Tags;

[0041] 2. Network card body;

[0042] 3. Housing; 31. Slide rail. Detailed Implementation

[0043] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this application.

[0044] It should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. The terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly, for example, they can be fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can be mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can be direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; they can be internal connections between two elements. The terms "parallel," "perpendicular," and "equal" include the described situation and situations similar to the described situation, the range of which is within an acceptable deviation range, wherein the acceptable deviation range is determined by those skilled in the art taking into account the measurement under discussion and the error associated with the measurement of a particular quantity (i.e., the limitations of the measurement system). For example, "parallel" includes absolute parallelism and approximate parallelism, where an acceptable deviation range for approximate parallelism can be, for example, within 5°; "perpendicular" includes absolute perpendicularity and approximate perpendicularity, where an acceptable deviation range for approximate perpendicularity can also be, for example, within 5°. "Equal" includes absolute equality and approximate equality, where an acceptable deviation range for approximate equality can be, for example, a difference between the two equal items being less than or equal to 5% of either one. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0045] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0046] The following is a reference appendix. Figures 1 to 10 This application describes a handle device 1, a network card, and a server according to embodiments of the present application.

[0047] like Figures 1 to 8As shown, the handle device 1 of this application embodiment includes: a bracket 11, a locking member 12, and a toggle member 13. The bracket 11 is used to be installed on the network card body 2, and the locking member 12 is installed on the bracket 11. The locking member 12 has a locked position and a released position. In the locked position, the locking member 12 can be engaged with the housing 3, and in the released position, the locking member 12 can be disengaged from the housing 3.

[0048] The toggle 13 is mounted on the bracket 11 and cooperates with the locking member 12. The toggle 13 can move between a first use position and a second use position. In the first use position, the toggle 13 can restrict the locking member 12 from switching from the locked position to the released position. In the second use position, the toggle 13 can allow the locking member 12 to move between the locked position and the released position.

[0049] According to the embodiment of the present application, the handle device 1 is operable between a first use position and a second use position. In the first use position, the toggle member 13 can restrict the locking member 12 from switching from the locked position to the released position. Thus, when the network card is used under non-hot-swappable conditions, the toggle member 13 can be switched to the first use position to prevent the operator from accidentally removing the network card.

[0050] Since the toggle 13 allows the locking member 12 to move between the locked and released positions when the toggle 13 is in the second use position, the toggle 13 can be switched to the second use position when the network card is used in a hot-swappable condition so that the operator can plug and unplug the network card at any time.

[0051] Therefore, the handle device 1 of the embodiments of this application can be applied to both hot-swappable and non-hot-swappable network cards, and does not require screws for fastening, making it convenient for operators to use.

[0052] Optionally, such as Figure 5 and Figure 8 As shown, the handle device 1 includes a pivot 14, which is connected to a bracket 11 and a locking member 12. The locking member 12 is rotatable relative to the bracket 11 about the axis of the pivot 14. Thus, the bracket 11 and the locking member 12 can be assembled together via the pivot 14, and the locking member 12 can rotate between a locked position and a released position about the axis of the pivot 14. This simplifies the operation of the locking member 12 and makes it easy for the operator to use.

[0053] like Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, the locking member 12 includes a plate 121, a pressing part 122, and a hook part 123. A pivot 14 is connected to the plate 121, and the pressing part 122 and the hook part 123 are respectively arranged on both sides of the pivot 14. It is understood that the operator can apply pressure to the pressing part 122 to engage or disengage the hook part 123 from the housing 3. By employing the above structure, the locking member 12 of the embodiment of this application can utilize the lever principle to control the engagement or disengagement of the hook part 123 from the housing 3, improving the convenience of network card installation and removal.

[0054] like Figure 5 and Figure 8 As shown, the handle device 1 also includes an elastic element 15, which is disposed between the locking element 12 and the bracket 11. The elastic element 15 has an elastic force that drives the pressing part 122 to move away from the bracket 11. It can be understood that when the operator applies pressure to the pressing part 122, the elastic element 15 can be compressed and accumulate elastic potential energy. When the operator releases the external force on the pressing part 122, the elastic potential energy of the elastic element 15 is released to drive the pressing part 122 to move away from the bracket 11, thereby automatically resetting the pressing part 122. Under the elastic action of the elastic element 15, the hook part 123 can maintain the clamping force with the housing 3, improving the stability of the network card assembly onto the housing 3.

[0055] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, at least one of the locking member 12 and the bracket 11 is provided with a positioning part, and the elastic member 15 is installed on the positioning part. This can improve the stability of the elastic member 15 after assembly.

[0056] For example, the locking member 12 is provided with a first positioning part 124, and the bracket 11 is provided with a second positioning part 114. The first positioning part 124 and the second positioning part 114 together position the elastic member 15.

[0057] For example, the first positioning part 124 can be a protruding post structure, and the second positioning part 114 can be a groove structure. The elastic element 15 can be a cylindrical spring, with one end of the cylindrical spring cooperating with the protruding post structure and the other end of the cylindrical spring cooperating with the groove structure.

[0058] Optionally, such as Figure 5 and Figure 8 As shown, a receiving cavity 111 is provided between the bracket 11 and the locking member 12. Part of the actuating member 13 is located inside the receiving cavity 111, while another part of the actuating member 13 is located outside the receiving cavity 111. In this way, the space between the bracket 11 and the locking member 12 can be used to hide the structure of the actuating member 13, which helps to improve the structural compactness of the handle device 1, and the position layout of each component is reasonable, resulting in better overall integrity.

[0059] like Figure 5and Figure 8 As shown, the receiving cavity 111 has an opening 112, which is located at the end of the bracket 11 away from the network card body 2. The actuating member 13 has a lever portion 131 that extends out of the opening 112. Because the opening 112 is located at the end of the bracket 11 away from the network card body 2, it is convenient for the operator to observe and modify the position of the lever portion 131, so that the actuating member 13 can be switched between a first use position and a second use position, which improves the convenience of the operator. Furthermore, the arrangement of the actuating member 13 will not interfere with other surrounding components.

[0060] Optionally, the actuating member 13 includes a turntable 132 and a stop portion 133. Both the turntable 132 and the stop portion 133 are disposed in the receiving cavity 111. The stop portion 133 and the lever portion 131 are both connected to the turntable 132. The turntable 132 is rotatably connected to the bracket 11. The bracket 11 has a clearance opening 113. In the first use position, the stop portion 133 is offset from the clearance opening 113 and abuts against the locking member 12. In the second use position, the stop portion 133 and the clearance opening 113 are arranged opposite to each other.

[0061] Understandably, the toggle 13 can rotate between the first and second use positions, which simplifies its operation and makes it easy for operators to use. In the first use position, the stop 133 is offset from the clearance 113 and abuts against the locking member 12. The stop 133 restricts the pressing part 122 from pressing towards the bracket 11, thereby keeping the locking member 12 in the locked position to prevent the operator from accidentally removing the network card.

[0062] Since the stop part 133 and the clearance opening 113 are opposite and spaced apart when the toggle part 13 is in the second use position, when the operator presses the pressing part 122 toward the bracket 11, there is a certain gap between the clearance opening 113 and the stop part 133, which can ensure that the locking part 12 can be smoothly switched to the release position, thereby supporting the hot-swapping of the network card.

[0063] The handle device 1 of the embodiments of this application, by using the above-described method to cooperate the actuating member 13 and the locking member 12, can make the structure of the actuating member 13 and the locking member 12 simple, easy to process and manufacture, and easy for operators to use.

[0064] like Figure 5 and Figure 8 As shown, the turntable 132 is rotatably connected to the bracket 11 via a fixing pin 16 so that the actuating element 13 can be rotatably mounted on the bracket 11.

[0065] like Figure 5 and Figure 7As shown, the cylinder is arranged near the outer edge of the turntable 132, and there is a preset included angle between the pressing part 122 and the plate 121. The clearance opening 113 is provided at the junction of the pressing part 122 and the plate 121. This makes the structural design of the toggle member 13 and the locking member 12 more reasonable, which is conducive to improving the stopping effect of the toggle member 13 on the locking member 12 when the first use position is used. Moreover, the structural design is compact, avoiding occupying too much space in the receiving cavity 111.

[0066] like Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the stop part 133 is constructed as a cylinder, and the inner cavity contour of the clearance opening 113 can be designed in accordance with the shape of the stop part 133.

[0067] like Figure 5 As shown, the bracket 11 has two identifiers 17 in the area near the opening 112. The two identifiers 17 correspond to two different positions of the lever part 131 (first use position and second use position), which can remind the operator whether the network card supports hot-swapping.

[0068] Specifically, the two identifiers 17 are "Hotplug" and "No-Hotplug". "Hotplug" means "supports hot-plugging", and "No-Hotplug" means "does not support hot-plugging".

[0069] like Figure 5 As shown, a label 18 is provided on the bracket 11. The label 18 can display the network card model and speed to provide prompts to the operator.

[0070] like Figure 1 and Figure 9 As shown, another embodiment of the network card in this application includes: a handle device 1 and a network card body 2. The handle device 1 is the handle device 1 of this application, and the bracket 11 is connected to the network card body 2.

[0071] According to the network card of the embodiment of this application, since the toggle member 13 is operable between a first use position and a second use position, in the first use position, the toggle member 13 can restrict the locking member 12 from switching from the locked position to the released position. Therefore, when the network card is used under non-hot-swappable conditions, the toggle member 13 can be switched to the first use position to prevent the operator from accidentally removing the network card. Since the toggle member 13 allows the locking member 12 to move between the locked and released positions in the second use position, when the network card is used under hot-swappable conditions, the toggle member 13 can be switched to the second use position so that the operator can easily plug and unplug the network card. Therefore, the handle device 1 of the network card of the embodiment of this application is applicable to both hot-swappable and non-hot-swappable network card conditions, and does not require screws for fastening, making it convenient for operators to use.

[0072] For example, the bracket 11 and the network card body 2 can be connected by means of rivets or screws.

[0073] The network card can be an OCP network card.

[0074] like Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, another embodiment of the server in this application includes: a network card and a housing 3. The network card is the network card of this application, and the locking member 12 of the handle device 1 can be engaged with the housing 3.

[0075] According to the server of the embodiment of this application, since the toggle member 13 is operable between a first use position and a second use position, in the first use position, the toggle member 13 can restrict the locking member 12 from switching from the locked position to the released position. Therefore, when the network card is used under non-hot-swappable conditions, the toggle member 13 can be switched to the first use position to prevent the operator from accidentally removing the network card. Since the toggle member 13 allows the locking member 12 to move between the locked and released positions in the second use position, when the network card is used under hot-swappable conditions, the toggle member 13 can be switched to the second use position so that the operator can plug and unplug the network card at any time. Therefore, the network card handle device 1 of the server of the embodiment of this application is applicable to both hot-swappable and non-hot-swappable network card conditions, and does not require screws for fastening, making it convenient for operators to use.

[0076] It is understandable that there can be multiple network cards, and these multiple network cards are arranged sequentially inside chassis 3. For example... Figure 10 As shown, a slide rail 31 is provided inside the housing 3. The network card body 2 can be slidably inserted into the slide rail 31 and locked to the housing 3 by the locking member 12, thereby improving the stability of the network card after installation.

[0077] The foregoing has provided a detailed description of the handle device, network card, and server provided in this application. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The descriptions of the embodiments above are merely for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core ideas of this application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications to this application without departing from its principles, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A handle device (1), characterized in that The handle device (1) comprises a bracket (11) for mounting on a network card body (2), a locking member (12) mounted on the bracket (11), the locking member (12) having a locking position and a releasing position, in the locking position, the locking member (12) can be clamped with a cabinet (3), in the releasing position, the locking member (12) can be separated from the cabinet (3), a toggle member (13) mounted on the bracket (11) and cooperating with the locking member (12), the toggle member (13) can act between a first use position and a second use position, in the first use position, the toggle member (13) can limit the locking member (12) from switching from the locking position to the releasing position, in the second use position, the toggle member (13) can allow the locking member (12) to act between the locking position and the releasing position. The handle device (1) comprises a pivot (14) connected with the bracket (11) and the locking member (12), the locking member (12) can rotate relative to the bracket (11) around the axis of the pivot (14). The locking member (12) comprises a plate body (121), a pressing part (122) and a hook part (123), the pivot (14) is connected with the plate body (121), the pressing part (122) and the hook part (123) are arranged on both sides of the pivot (14) respectively. The handle device (1) further comprises a resilient member (15) arranged between the locking member (12) and the bracket (11), the resilient member (15) has an elastic force for driving the pressing part (122) to move away from the bracket (11).

2. The handle arrangement (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that At least one of the locking member (12) and the bracket (11) is provided with a positioning part, and the resilient member (15) is mounted on the positioning part.

3. The handle arrangement (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that The bracket (11) and the locking member (12) are provided with a receiving cavity (111), part of the toggle member (13) is arranged in the receiving cavity (111), and another part of the toggle member (13) is located outside the receiving cavity (111).

4. The handle arrangement (1) according to claim 3, characterized in that The receiving cavity (111) has an opening (112) arranged at one end of the bracket (11) away from the network card body (2), and the toggle member (13) has a toggle rod part (131) extending out of the opening (112).

5. The handle arrangement (1) according to claim 4, characterized in that ​ 6. The handle arrangement (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that ​ 7. The handle arrangement (1) according to claim 6, characterized in that ​ 8. The handle arrangement (1) according to claim 7, characterized in that The toggle piece (13) comprises a rotating disc (132) and a stop portion (133), both of which are arranged in the accommodating cavity (111), the stop portion (133) and the toggle lever portion (131) are both connected with the rotating disc (132), the rotating disc (132) is rotationally connected with the support (11), the support (11) has an avoiding opening (113), in the first use position, the stop portion (133) is staggered with the avoiding opening (113) and abuts against the locking piece (12), in the second use position, the stop portion (133) is arranged opposite to and spaced from the avoiding opening (113).

9. A network card, characterized by Comprising: The handle device (1) is the handle device (1) in any one of claims 1-8; The support (11) is connected with the network card main body (2).

10. A server, characterized by Comprising: The network card is the network card in claim 9; The locking piece (12) of the handle device (1) can be clamped with the cabinet (3).

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