Detachable combined docking station and management control method thereof

Abstract

The invention discloses a detachable combined docking station and a management control method thereof.The detachable combined docking station comprises a plurality of docking station modules, a HUB module is provided with a plurality of configuration files, and the current function mode of the combined docking station is recognized and obtained according to the insertion and extraction state of a Dock module and / or an extension module; and starting the corresponding configuration file according to the current function mode. Therefore, through modular splitting and combination design, an expansion scheme flexibly adaptive to different use scenes is provided, and the requirements of port expansion, data transmission and storage in multiple scenes such as office, entertainment and movement are met; and the corresponding configuration file is started according to the current function mode, and the computer equipment loads the corresponding driver according to the configuration file, so that repeated loading of the same driver can be avoided or a flow of judging whether the same driver is repeatedly loaded is omitted, the efficiency is improved, the compatibility is better, and the use is more convenient.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of docking station, in particular to a detachable combined docking station and a management control method thereof. BACKGROUND

[0002] Docking stations are used to realize port expansion of computer equipment, and can expand USB ports, video ports, network ports, etc. of computer equipment through docking stations.

[0003] The existing docking station is usually an integrated structure, which integrates USB ports, video ports, network ports and other ports. Although such docking stations have rich functions, they are large in size and inconvenient to carry. Therefore, the utility model patent CN211265902U provides a combined docking station, which comprises a plurality of docking station modules and a coupling member arranged between the docking station modules. Each docking station module is provided with a USB male connector at the end, the USB male connector passes through the through hole arranged on the coupling member, and is inserted and connected with the USB female connector arranged at the end of the adjacent docking station module. However, this scheme uses the method of sequentially discovering subordinate devices to load corresponding port drivers, which may cause repeated loading of port drivers, resulting in driver conflicts and low efficiency. SUMMARY

[0004] Therefore, the present application provides a detachable combined docking station and a management control method thereof to solve the problem that multiple docking station modules are combined in the prior art, which may cause repeated loading of port drivers, resulting in driver conflicts and low efficiency.

[0005] The detachable combined docking station provided by the present application comprises a plurality of docking station modules, which comprise a HUB module, a Dock module and an expansion module. The docking station modules can be combined or detached through Type-C ports and interact based on USB, PCIe or Thunderbolt protocols to form different functional modes, including HUB mode, expansion mode, HUB+Dock mode, HUB+expansion mode and HUB+Dock+expansion mode. The HUB module is provided with a plurality of configuration files, a first detection unit, an identification unit and a management unit. The Dock module is provided with a second detection unit.

[0006] The plurality of configuration files correspond to the HUB mode, the HUB+Dock mode, the HUB+expansion mode and the HUB+Dock+expansion mode one by one.

[0007] The first detection unit is used to detect the insertion and removal states of the Dock module.

[0008] The second detection unit is configured to detect the insertion and extraction state of the expansion module and report the same to the first detection unit.

[0009] The identification unit is configured to identify the current function mode of the combined docking station according to the insertion and extraction state of the Dock module and / or the expansion module.

[0010] The management unit is configured to enable a corresponding configuration file according to the current function mode of the combined docking station.

[0011] The above detachable combined docking station provides flexible expansion solutions for different use scenarios through modularized splitting and combination design, and meets the port expansion, data transmission and storage requirements in multiple scenarios such as office, entertainment and mobile. According to the current function mode after combination, a corresponding configuration file is enabled, and the computer device loads corresponding drivers according to the configuration file, which can avoid repeated loading of the same driver or eliminate the judgment process of whether to load repeatedly, improve the efficiency, better compatibility and convenient use.

[0012] In the above technical solution, preferably, the HUB module has a port or a cable for connecting a computer device, and the HUB module includes a plurality of USB-C ports, HDMI ports and PD charging ports; the Dock module includes a plurality of USB ports, HDMI ports, DP ports, SD / TF card slots, RJ45 network ports and Audio ports.

[0013] In the above technical solution, preferably, the HUB module and the Dock module are detachably connected through a socket and a slot; the slot is arranged on the Dock module, the cross section of the slot is rectangular, one end of the HUB module is provided with a socket matched with the slot, a Type-C female head is arranged on the end face of the socket, and a Type-C male head is arranged on the bottom face of the slot; the depth of the slot is less than the height of the socket, a gap is left between the roots of the socket, and a plurality of heat dissipation holes are arranged on the upper wall and the lower wall of the socket corresponding to the gap. The heat dissipation structure is simple, and can avoid accidental water entering the inside of the docking station module, causing short circuit and damaging electronic components.

[0014] In the above technical solution, preferably, two hemispherical recesses are arranged on the opposite inner walls of the slot respectively, at least one outer wall of the socket is provided with a hemispherical protrusion matched with the hemispherical recess, the socket is inserted into the slot, and the hemispherical protrusion is clamped into the hemispherical recess. The HUB module and the Dock module can be prevented from loosening.

[0015] In the technical scheme, preferably, the expansion module is internally provided with a solid-state 5G communication module or an encryption authentication module.

[0016] In the technical scheme, preferably, the configuration file comprises a priority energy-saving strategy and / or a priority data transmission bandwidth guarantee strategy.

[0017] In the technical scheme, preferably, the HUB module is provided with a video conversion controller and a USB hub controller, the Dock module is provided with a video conversion controller, an Ethernet controller, a card reader controller and a USB hub controller, and the management unit controls the port controllers on the HUB module and the Dock module to be in a sleep state or a low-power mode based on the priority energy-saving strategy and according to the access states of the ports of the HUB module and the Dock module.

[0018] In the technical scheme, preferably, the management unit optimizes the data transmission path based on the priority data transmission bandwidth guarantee strategy and according to the access states of the ports and the port communication volumes.

[0019] The above scheme can optimize the performance of the docking station by using the configuration file.

[0020] The application further provides a detachable combined docking station management control method, comprising the following steps:

[0021] The HUB module detects the insertion and extraction states of the Dock module in real time, and the Dock module detects the insertion and extraction states of the expansion module in real time and reports the same to the HUB module.

[0022] According to the insertion and extraction states of the Dock module and / or the expansion module, the current function mode of the combined docking station is identified and obtained.

[0023] According to the current function mode of the combined docking station, the corresponding configuration file is enabled.

[0024] The plurality of configuration files are arranged on the HUB module and correspond to the HUB mode, the HUB+Dock mode, the HUB+expansion mode and the HUB+Dock+expansion mode respectively.

[0025] In the method, preferably, the configuration file comprises a priority energy-saving strategy and / or a priority data transmission bandwidth guarantee strategy, the port controllers on the HUB module and the Dock module are controlled to be in a sleep state or a low-power mode based on the priority energy-saving strategy and according to the access states of the ports of the HUB module and the Dock module, and the data transmission path is optimized based on the priority data transmission bandwidth guarantee strategy and according to the access states of the ports and the port communication volumes.

[0026] From the above technical solutions, the detachable combined docking station and the management control method thereof provided by the present application solve the problem that multiple docking station modules are combined in the prior art, which causes repeated loading of port drivers, resulting in driver conflicts and low efficiency.

[0027] Beneficial effects:

[0028] The docking station core function is split into independent modules (HUB, Dock, expansion module), and modular split and combination design are provided to provide flexible expansion solutions for different use scenarios, meet the port expansion, data transmission and storage requirements in multiple scenarios such as office, entertainment and mobile, and the like. According to the insertion and extraction state of the docking station module on the HUB module, the current function mode of the combined docking station is identified and obtained, the corresponding configuration file is enabled according to the current function mode, the computer device loads the corresponding driver according to the configuration file, all drivers are loaded at one time, repeated loading of the same driver is avoided or the judgment process of whether to load repeatedly is omitted, the efficiency is improved, the compatibility is better, and the use is convenient. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0029] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings needed to be used in the description of the embodiments of the present application or the prior art will be briefly introduced and described below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the present application, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings according to these drawings without creating any creative labor.

[0030] Figure 1 The HUB+Dock+expansion mode schematic diagram of the detachable combined docking station provided in the present application is shown in the figure;

[0031] Figure 2 The HUB+Dock+expansion mode schematic diagram of the detachable combined docking station provided in the present application is shown in the figure; Figure 1

[0032] Figure 3 The schematic diagram of the HUB module in the present application is shown in the figure;

[0033] Figure 4 The schematic diagram of the HUB module in the present application is shown in the figure; Figure 3

[0034] Figure 5 The schematic diagram of the Dock module in the present application is shown in the figure;

[0035] Figure 6 The schematic diagram of the Dock module in the present application is shown in the figure; Figure 5

[0036] Figure 7 ​​​This is a schematic diagram of the extension module in this application;

[0037] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the HUB+Dock mode in this application;

[0038] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the HUB+ extension mode in this application.

[0039] Figures 1-9 The correspondence between the parts is as follows:

[0040] HUB module 10, Dock module 20, expansion module 30;

[0041] Cable 11, Socket 12, Type-C female connector 13, Heat dissipation hole 14, Hemispherical protrusion 15;

[0042] Slot 21, Type-C male connector 22, hemispherical recess 23. Detailed Implementation

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

[0044] To provide a clearer explanation and description of the technical solution and implementation of the present invention, several preferred specific embodiments for implementing the technical solution of the present invention are described below.

[0045] It should be noted that the directional terms such as "inner" and "outer", "front" and "back" and "left" and "right" in this article are based on the product's usage status. Obviously, the use of these directional terms does not limit the scope of protection of this solution.

[0046] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, this application provides a detachable and combinable expansion dock, which includes multiple expansion dock modules, including a HUB module 10, a Dock module 20, and an expansion module 30.

[0047] The various docking modules can be combined or separated via Type-C ports and interact based on USB, PCIe, or Thunderbolt protocols to form different functional modes. These functional modes include HUB mode, expansion mode, HUB+Dock mode, HUB+expansion mode, and HUB+Dock+expansion mode.

[0048] The HUB module 10 is provided with a plurality of configuration files and a first detection unit, an identification unit and a management unit, and the Dock module 20 is provided with a second detection unit.

[0049] The plurality of configuration files respectively correspond to the HUB mode, the HUB+Dock mode, the HUB+extension mode and the HUB+Dock+extension mode one by one. That is, the HUB mode corresponds to the HUB configuration file (the first configuration file), the HUB+Dock mode corresponds to the HUB+Dock configuration file (the second configuration file), the HUB+extension mode corresponds to the HUB+extension configuration file (the third configuration file), and the HUB+Dock+extension mode corresponds to the HUB+Dock+extension configuration file (the fourth configuration file).

[0050] The first detection unit is used for detecting the insertion or pulling-out state of the Dock module 20, and the second detection unit is used for detecting the insertion and pulling-out state of the extension module and reporting to the first detection unit on the HUB module for summarization.

[0051] The identification unit is used for identifying the current function mode of the combined docking station according to the insertion and pulling-out state of the Dock module and / or the extension module. The management unit is used for enabling the corresponding configuration file according to the current function mode of the combined docking station, so that the computer device connected to the combined docking station automatically loads the corresponding driver to realize the plug-and-play function.

[0052] By means of the first detection unit, the second detection unit, the identification unit and the management unit, the combined state of the docking station can be automatically identified, the configuration file can be automatically switched to switch the corresponding function mode, and the docking station modules can automatically interact, which is convenient to use and has good compatibility.

[0053] For example, when the first detection unit detects that no other docking station module is connected to the HUB module and the HUB module is used alone, the identification unit reads the device description information of the HUB module and identifies that the current function mode of the combined docking station is the HUB mode. At this time, the management unit enables the HUB configuration file, the computer device can load the corresponding driver according to the HUB configuration file, and the combined docking station is used as a basic docking station.

[0054] When the first detection unit detects that the Dock module is inserted into the HUB module, the identification unit reads the device description information of the HUB module and the Dock module and identifies that the current function mode of the combined docking station is the HUB+Dock mode. At this time, the management unit enables the HUB+Dock configuration file, the computer device can load the corresponding driver according to the HUB+Dock configuration file, and the combined docking station is used as a desktop docking station.

[0055] When the first detection unit detects that an expansion module (such as a storage expansion module) is inserted on the HUB module, the identification unit reads the device description information of the HUB module and the expansion module, and identifies that the current function mode of the combined docking station is the HUB+expansion mode, at which time the management unit enables the HUB+expansion configuration file, and the computer device can load the corresponding drive according to the HUB+expansion configuration file, and the combined docking station is used as an expansion docking station.

[0056] When the first detection unit detects that a Dock module is inserted on the HUB module, and an expansion module is inserted on the Dock module, the identification unit reads the device description information of the HUB module and the Dock module, and reads the device description information of the expansion module through the Dock module, and further identifies that the current function mode of the combined docking station is the HUB+Dock+expansion mode, at which time the management unit enables the HUB+Dock+expansion configuration file, and the computer device can load the corresponding drive according to the HUB+Dock+expansion configuration file, and the combined docking station is used as a desktop expansion docking station.

[0057] The plug-and-play function is a necessary capability of the docking station. In the prior art, the process of plug-and-play of the docking station is as follows: when the computer device detects that the docking station is inserted on the port, the identity of the docking station is first identified, then the operating system (such as Windows / macOS) of the computer device will find the most matching general drive (such as USB HUB drive) in its own drive program library according to the received manufacturer ID and product ID, and then load it, and then the computer device discovers the subordinate devices (such as network cards) through the docking station in turn, and then loads the corresponding drives (such as network card drives) for them respectively, and after all the drives are loaded, the operating system allocates the required system resources (such as interrupt request, memory address, etc.) for each device.

[0058] Compared with the above-mentioned traditional drive loading mode, in the scheme of the present application, configuration files are configured on the HUB module for different function modes respectively, and the current function mode of the combined docking station is identified according to the insertion and removal state of the docking station module on the HUB module, the corresponding configuration file is enabled according to the current function mode, and the computer device loads the corresponding drive according to the configuration file, which improves the efficiency. Moreover, the repeated loading of the same drive can be avoided or the judgment process of whether to load repeatedly can be omitted, further improving the efficiency, better compatibility, avoiding drive conflict or non-recognition.

[0059] In an embodiment of the present application, as shown in Figure 3 , Figure 4 The HUB module 10 has a port or cable 11 for connecting a computer device, which can be connected to the computer device for use through the port or cable 11.

[0060] The HUB module 10 includes a USB-C (uplink, USB 3.2 GEN2 or higher), a USB A port, a USB-C port, an HDMI port, and a PD (Power Delivery) charging port. The USB port is used to connect a USB peripheral, the HDMI port is used to connect an extended screen, the PD charging port supports high-speed data transmission and PD power supply, and is used to quickly charge notebook computer devices, mobile phones and other devices. The HUB module 10 has basic expansion functions and can be used alone, is small in size, and is suitable for mobile scenarios.

[0061] The Dock module 20 is connected with the HUB module 10, as shown in Figure 5 , Figure 6 The Dock module 20 includes a USB A port, a USB-C port, an HDMI port, a DP port, an SD / TF card slot, an RJ45 network port, and an Audio port, supports multi-screen copying or extension and gigabit network connection, and is suitable for desktop office scenarios.

[0062] The HUB module 10 and the Dock module 20 can be detachably connected through the socket and the slot.

[0063] Specifically, as shown in Figure 4 , Figure 5 In the embodiment, the Dock module 20 is provided with a slot 21, and the cross section of the slot 21 is rectangular. One end of the HUB module 10 is provided with a socket 12 matched with the slot 21, the end face of the socket 12 is provided with a Type-C female head 13, the bottom face of the slot 21 is provided with a Type-C male head 22, the socket 12 and the slot 21 can be connected through the Type-C male head 22 and the Type-C female head 13, and interact based on USB, PCIe or Thunderbolt protocol.

[0064] The depth of the slot 21 is less than the height of the socket 12, so that after the Dock module 20 is inserted into the HUB module 10 to complete the connection, a gap is left between the end face of the slot 21 and the root of the socket 12, and a plurality of heat dissipation holes 14 are arranged on the outer wall of the socket 12 corresponding to the gap. Since the cross section of the socket is rectangular, the heat dissipation holes 14 can be arranged on the upper wall and the lower wall of the socket 12.

[0065] In order to improve portability, the docking station is usually small in size. In the HUB+Dock mode, the HUB+extension mode and the HUB+Dock+extension mode, the combined docking station has a large amount of data transmission, which causes a large amount of heat of internal components of the docking station, affecting the working performance. In the traditional heat dissipation structure design, the heat dissipation holes are usually designed on the upper wall of the docking station module shell. However, in the case of accidental water spilling, water will enter the inside of the docking station module shell, damaging the electronic components.

[0066] The application scheme sets the heat dissipation hole at the root of the socket 12. Since the height of the root of the socket 12 is less than the height of the docking station module shell, when placed on the desktop for use, there is a certain gap space between the root of the socket 12 and the desktop. There is no circuit board below the heat dissipation hole inside the HUB module. Even if accidental water spills occur, the water will enter from the upper heat dissipation hole and flow out from the lower heat dissipation hole, and will not fall on or stay on the circuit board, and will not cause the circuit board to short circuit and damage electronic components, thereby improving the use safety.

[0067] The expansion module 30 is provided with a Type-C male head, which can be connected to a computer device, a HUB module 10 or a Dock module 20 to form different functional modes.

[0068] In an embodiment, the expansion module 30 is built-in with a solid state disk, which can be used as a mobile storage device alone, or combined with the HUB / Dock module to realize the expansion + storage integrated function.

[0069] The expansion module 30 can also be matched with other functional modules, such as a 5G communication module, an encryption authentication module (U shield, encryption dongle), etc., to give the combined docking station more functions.

[0070] In order to solve the problem that the HUB module 10 and the Dock module 20 socket are loose and easy to disconnect, as shown in Figure 3 、 Figure 4 、 Figure 5 The application scheme sets the heat dissipation hole at the root of the socket 12. Since the height of the root of the socket 12 is less than the height of the docking station module shell, when placed on the desktop for use, there is a certain gap space between the root of the socket 12 and the desktop. There is no circuit board below the heat dissipation hole inside the HUB module. Even if accidental water spills occur, the water will enter from the upper heat dissipation hole and flow out from the lower heat dissipation hole, and will not fall on or stay on the circuit board, and will not cause the circuit board to short circuit and damage electronic components, thereby improving the use safety.

[0071] The application scheme uses the configuration file to realize the functions of preferential energy saving and preferential guarantee of data transmission bandwidth, thereby improving the use performance of the docking station.

[0072] Specifically, the configuration file can include a preferential energy saving strategy and / or a preferential guarantee of data transmission bandwidth strategy.

[0073] The HUB module is provided with a video conversion controller and a USB hub controller, the Dock module is provided with a video conversion controller, an Ethernet controller, a card reader controller and a USB hub controller, the management unit controls the port controllers on the HUB module and the Dock module to be in a sleep state or a low-power mode according to the access states of the ports of the HUB module and the Dock module based on a priority energy-saving strategy, energy saving is realized, power consumption is reduced, and the temperature of electronic components is reduced. For example, the power supply to non-critical circuits in the current mode can be directly cut off through a power management unit or a load switch. When a high-speed card reader module is accessed for a large number of photo imports, the 5V power supply of an unused USB-A port is turned off. When a high-resolution display is accessed, the gigabit network port is switched from an active mode to a low-power state (because network transmission may not be the current main task). The unused port controllers are placed in a sleep state or a low-power mode, and the clock frequency and static power consumption thereof are greatly reduced.

[0074] The management unit optimizes a data transmission path according to the access states of the ports and the port communication volume based on a priority data transmission bandwidth guaranteeing strategy. For example, the gigabit network port is switched from an active mode to a low-power state; video streaming has the highest priority, and the remaining bandwidth is dynamically allocated to the SSD and the network. The transmission of the SSD is performed in a burst mode, and the video data is transmitted in the gaps.

[0075] For example, the combined docking station is connected with the following devices:

[0076] a 4K display (inserted into an HDMI port on the Dock module);

[0077] an external SSD hard disk (inserted into a USB port on the Dock module);

[0078] a gigabit wired network (inserted into a network port on the Dock module);

[0079] a mouse and a keyboard (inserted into USB ports on the HUB module).

[0080] In a traditional design, when the SSD performs large file copying, the bandwidth is fully occupied, the video data stream is interrupted, the display is black and flashes, the network delay rises sharply, and the game is lagged.

[0081] The application scheme, after the HUB module 10 identifies the insertion of the Dock module, automatically switches to the HUB+Dock configuration file according to the current function mode of the combined docking station, the configuration file is configured with a data transmission bandwidth strategy that prioritizes data transmission, and the data transmission path is optimized based on the data transmission bandwidth strategy. The video stream has the highest priority, and sufficient bandwidth is reserved for it. The remaining bandwidth is dynamically allocated to the SSD and the network. The transmission of the SSD is in a burst mode, and the video data is transmitted in the gap. The end user experience is: the display screen is always stable, the SSD copying speed is fast (but not the limit), the network browsing is smooth, and all devices coexist in harmony.

[0082] The application, by splitting the docking station core function into independent modules (HUB, Dock, expansion module), users can flexibly combine modules according to scene requirements to achieve "basic expansion-desktop full function-expansion+storage+other" and other diversified configurations. The modules interact through standardized physical connection and data interaction protocol to ensure compatibility and stability after combination, forming a closed loop system of "on-demand combination-scene adaptation-high efficiency expansion". The five function modes include:

[0083] HUB mode, HUB module alone, basic functions are realized, such as Figure 3 as shown.

[0084] Expansion mode, expansion module alone, for example, used as an external mobile hard drive, such as Figure 7 as shown.

[0085] HUB+Dock mode, providing USB, network, video and other rich ports, meeting full-featured applications, such as Figure 8 as shown.

[0086] HUB+expansion mode, on the basis of basic functions, additional expansion functions are added, such as Figure 9 as shown.

[0087] HUB+Dock+expansion mode, the most comprehensive application function, such as Figure 1 as shown.

[0088] On the basis of the above detachable combined docking station, the application further provides a detachable combined docking station management control method, comprising the following steps:

[0089] The HUB module detects the insertion and removal state of the Dock module in real time, and the Dock module detects the insertion and removal state of the expansion module in real time and reports to the HUB module;

[0090] According to the insertion and removal state of the Dock module and / or the expansion module, the current function mode of the combined docking station is identified and obtained;

[0091] enable a corresponding configuration file according to a current function mode of the combined docking station;

[0092] The plurality of configuration files are arranged on the HUB module and correspond to the HUB mode, the HUB+Dock mode, the HUB+extension mode and the HUB+Dock+extension mode respectively.

[0093] In the method, the configuration file includes a priority energy-saving strategy and / or a priority data transmission bandwidth guarantee strategy.

[0094] Based on the priority energy-saving strategy, the HUB module and the Dock module are controlled to be in a sleep state or a low-power mode according to the access state of each port.

[0095] Based on the priority data transmission bandwidth guarantee strategy, a data transmission path is optimized according to the access state of each port and the port traffic.

[0096] Compared with the prior art, the combined docking station and the management control method provided by the application have the following advantages:

[0097] First, the core functions of the docking station are split into independent modules (HUB, Dock and extension module), and the flexible extension scheme for different use scenarios is provided through modular split and combination design, so that the port expansion, data transmission and storage requirements in office, entertainment, mobile and other scenarios are met.

[0098] Second, the configuration files of different function modes are configured on the HUB module, and the current function mode of the combined docking station is identified according to the insertion and removal state of the docking station module on the HUB module, and a corresponding configuration file is enabled according to the current function mode, and the computer device loads the corresponding drive according to the configuration file, and all drives are loaded at one time, which can avoid repeated loading of the same drive or eliminate the judgment process of whether to load repeatedly, thereby improving the efficiency and better compatibility.

[0099] Third, the configuration file can be used to realize the functions of priority energy saving and priority data transmission bandwidth guarantee, thereby improving the use performance of the docking station.

[0100] Fourth, the HUB module and the Dock module are detachably connected through the socket and the slot, the depth of the slot is less than the height of the socket, and after the Dock module is inserted into the HUB module to be connected, a gap is left between the end surface of the slot and the root of the socket, a plurality of heat dissipation holes are arranged on the upper and lower outer walls of the socket corresponding to the gap, even if accidental water splashing occurs, the water will enter from the upper heat dissipation hole and flow out from the lower heat dissipation hole, and will not fall on or stay on the circuit board, so that the circuit board short circuit and damage to the electronic elements are avoided, and the use safety is improved.

[0101] Finally, it is to be understood that the term "including", "comprising", and any other variation thereof, as used in this document, is intended to cover the case of non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements is not necessarily limited to those elements, but can include other elements not expressly listed or inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus. An element proceeded by "comprises a... " does not, without more constraints, exclude the existence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises the element.

[0102] The present application is not limited to the above-described best mode, and anyone should know that any structural changes made under the inspiration of the present application, any technical solutions with the same or similar to the present application, fall within the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A disassemblable combined docking station comprising a plurality of docking station modules, characterized in that, The plurality of expansion dock modules include a HUB module, a Dock module and an expansion module, the expansion dock modules can be combined or separated through Type-C ports, and interact based on USB, PCIe or Thunderbolt protocols, and are combined into different functional modes, including a HUB mode, an expansion mode, a HUB+Dock mode, a HUB+expansion mode and a HUB+Dock+expansion mode, the HUB module is provided with a plurality of configuration files, a first detection unit, an identification unit and a management unit, and the Dock module is provided with a second detection unit: The plurality of configuration files correspond to the HUB mode, the HUB+Dock mode, the HUB+expansion mode and the HUB+Dock+expansion mode one by one respectively; The first detection unit is used for detecting the insertion and extraction states of the Dock module; The second detection unit is used for detecting the insertion and extraction states of the expansion module and reporting to the first detection unit; The identification unit is used for identifying the current functional mode of the combined expansion dock according to the insertion and extraction states of the Dock module and / or the expansion module; The management unit is used for enabling the corresponding configuration file according to the current functional mode of the combined expansion dock.

2. The detachable combined expansion dock according to claim 1, wherein: The HUB module has a port or a cable for connecting a computer device, and the HUB module includes a plurality of USB-C ports, HDMI ports and PD charging ports; The Dock module includes a plurality of USB ports, HDMI ports, DP ports, SD / TF card slots, RJ45 network ports and Audio ports.

3. The split-combination docking station of claim 1, wherein, The HUB module and the Dock module are detachably connected through a socket and a slot, the slot is arranged on the Dock module, the cross section of the slot is rectangular, one end of the HUB module is provided with a socket matched with the slot, a Type-C female head is arranged on the end face of the socket, a Type-C male head is arranged on the bottom face of the slot, the depth of the slot is less than the height of the socket, a gap is left between the roots of the socket, and a plurality of heat dissipation holes are arranged on the upper wall and the lower wall of the socket corresponding to the gap.

4. The split-combination docking station of claim 3, wherein, Two hemispherical recesses are arranged on the inner walls of the slot opposite to each other, at least one outer wall of the socket is provided with a hemispherical protrusion matched with the hemispherical recess, the socket is inserted into the slot, and the hemispherical protrusion is clamped into the hemispherical recess.

5. The split-combination docking station of claim 1, wherein, The expansion module is built-in with a solid state disk, a 5G communication module or an encryption authentication module.

6. The split-combination docking station of claim 2, wherein, The configuration file includes a priority energy saving strategy and / or a priority data transmission bandwidth guarantee strategy.

7. The split-combination docking station of claim 6, wherein, The HUB module is provided with a video conversion controller and a USB hub controller, the Dock module is provided with a video conversion controller, an Ethernet controller, a card reader controller and a USB hub controller, and the management unit controls the port controllers on the HUB module and the Dock module to be in a sleep state or a low-power mode according to the access states of the ports of the HUB module and the Dock module based on a priority energy-saving strategy.

8. A disassemblable combined docking station according to claim 6 or 7, characterized in that The management unit optimizes the data transmission path according to the access states of the ports and the port traffic based on a priority data transmission bandwidth guaranteeing strategy.

9. A method for managing a detachable combination docking station, characterized in that, The method comprises the following steps: The HUB module detects the insertion and extraction states of the Dock module in real time, and the Dock module detects the insertion and extraction states of the expansion module in real time and reports to the HUB module; According to the insertion and extraction states of the Dock module and / or the expansion module, the current function mode of the combined docking station is identified and obtained; According to the current function mode of the combined docking station, the corresponding configuration file is enabled; The plurality of configuration files are arranged on the HUB module and correspond to the HUB mode, the HUB+Dock mode, the HUB+expansion mode and the HUB+Dock+expansion mode respectively.

10. The method of claim 9, wherein The configuration file comprises a priority energy-saving strategy and / or a priority data transmission bandwidth guaranteeing strategy; According to the access states of the ports of the HUB module and the Dock module, the port controllers on the HUB module and the Dock module are controlled to be in a sleep state or a low-power mode based on the priority energy-saving strategy; The data transmission path is optimized according to the access states of the ports and the port traffic based on the priority data transmission bandwidth guaranteeing strategy.

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