A PCIe expansion box using high-speed data cables

Abstract

This invention discloses a PCIe expansion enclosure using high-speed data cables. It features a metal enclosure containing high-speed PCIe extension cables. A PCIe switch expansion card is installed inside the enclosure, and the extension cables extend directly to the outside of the enclosure, where PCIe connectors are located. The PCIe switch expansion card has ten SFF8654 slots. SFF8654 high-speed data cables are connected to the SFF8654 slots. The other end of each SFF8654 high-speed data cable is connected to a PCIe expansion baseplate. The PCIe expansion baseplate is connected to a computer ATX power supply for power. All components except the PCIe extension cables are installed inside the enclosure. The PCIe extension cables extend to the outside of the enclosure for direct connection to the host computer. This invention improves the expansion capabilities of existing servers, solves the heat dissipation problem of expansion enclosures, improves power consumption, and provides a more flexible topology for the motherboard.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of computer technology, and more specifically to a PCIe expansion box that uses a high-speed data cable. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of artificial intelligence technology, servers are placing increasingly higher demands on the computing power of AI accelerator cards or graphics cards, often employing multiple graphics cards in parallel to increase computing power. However, the following problems frequently arise during this process of expanding computing power.

[0003] 1. Due to the limited number of PCIe slots on existing server motherboards and the constraints of chassis space, the expansion capabilities of a single server are insufficient, making it impossible to install more graphics cards. This has caused many companies to encounter bottlenecks when expanding the AI ​​performance of their servers.

[0004] 2. Because graphics cards generate a lot of heat when they are working, when multiple high-performance graphics cards are installed, the server will experience severe local heat buildup. If the heat cannot be dissipated effectively, the server's performance and lifespan will be affected.

[0005] 3. Due to the high power consumption of graphics cards, in a high-density deployment scenario with 10 cards, the system power may exceed 4000W. In order to ensure power supply, the server has to reduce redundant power supply modules and add series power supply modules, which increases the possibility of power failure causing system crash.

[0006] 4. The PCIe lanes on the motherboard are directly connected to the CPU, and there is a lack of PCIe switching chips, resulting in a rigid PCIe topology.

[0007] Therefore, a PCIe expansion box using high-speed data cables is proposed to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0008] (1) Technical problems to be solved

[0009] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this invention provides a PCIe expansion box employing a high-speed data cable.

[0010] (2) Technical solution

[0011] The technical solution adopted in this invention is as follows: a PCIe expansion enclosure using a high-speed data cable, comprising a metal enclosure, wherein a high-speed PCIe extension cable is provided inside the metal enclosure, and a PCIe switch expansion card is installed inside the enclosure, and the PCIe extension cable extends directly to the outside of the enclosure, with a PCIe connector on the outside; the PCIe switch expansion card has ten SFF8654 slots; SFF8654 high-speed data cables are connected to the SFF8654 slots; the other end of the SFF8654 high-speed data cable is connected to a PCIe expansion base plate; the PCIe expansion base plate is connected to an ATX power supply for power supply; all components except the PCIe extension cable are installed inside the enclosure.

[0012] Preferably, the PCIe extension cable extends outside the enclosure and can be directly connected to the host computer.

[0013] Preferably, the PCIe switch expansion card has ten SFF8654 slots.

[0014] Preferably, one end of the SFF8654 high-speed data cable is connected to the PCIe switch expansion card, and the other end is connected to the PCIe expansion baseboard.

[0015] (3) Beneficial effects

[0016] 1. Enhance scalability:

[0017] The PCIe expansion enclosure breaks through the physical space limitations of traditional server motherboards by adding extra PCIe slots (expandable to up to 10 PCIe slots). This allows users to install more AI accelerator cards or graphics cards, significantly improving the computing power of a single server.

[0018] Suitable for enterprise scenarios requiring high-density deployment, helping enterprises achieve higher computing performance without increasing the number of hardware devices.

[0019] 2. Solve the heat dissipation problem:

[0020] Because it uses an independent expansion box, it has ample space, good heat dissipation, and the heat generated by the expansion box will not affect the server itself.

[0021] 3. Improve power consumption and power management:

[0022] An independent power supply is used to power the expansion box, allowing the server itself to use a safer / redundant power supply solution.

[0023] 4. Offers flexible topology:

[0024] Traditional server motherboards have PCIe lanes directly connected to the CPU, lacking flexibility. PCIe expansion enclosures, however, are equipped with PCIe switching chips, allowing for dynamic adjustments to the connections between devices.

[0025] This design not only optimizes the data transmission path, but also improves the overall system's resource utilization and performance. Attached Figure Description

[0026] The attached figure is a schematic diagram of the structure of a PCIe expansion box using a high-speed data cable according to the present invention;

[0027] In the diagram: 1. Metal casing; 2. High-speed PCIe extension cable; 3. PCIe switch expansion card; 4. PCIe connector; 5. SFF8654 slot; 6. SFF8654 high-speed data cable; 7. PCIe expansion baseplate; 8. ATX power supply. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0029] As shown in the attached diagram, a PCIe expansion enclosure using a high-speed data cable includes a metal enclosure 1. The metal enclosure 1 contains a high-speed PCIe extension cable 2. The PCIe extension cable 2 has a PCIe switch expansion card 3 installed inside the enclosure, and extends directly to the outside of the enclosure, where a PCIe connector 4 is located. The PCIe switch expansion card 3 has ten SFF8654 slots 5. SFF8654 high-speed data cables 6 are connected to the SFF8654 slots 5. The other end of the SFF8654 high-speed data cable 6 is connected to a PCIe expansion base plate 7. The PCIe expansion base plate 7 is connected to an ATX power supply 8 for power supply. All components except the PCIe extension cable are installed inside the enclosure.

[0030] The PCIe extension cable 2 extends outside the enclosure and can be directly connected to the host computer.

[0031] The PCIe switch expansion card 3 has ten SFF8654 slots 5.

[0032] This includes: an SFF8654 high-speed data cable 6 connected to the PCIe switch expansion card 3, and a PCIe expansion baseboard 7 connected to the other end of the SFF8654 high-speed data cable 6.

[0033] To use, insert the PCIe device into the PCIe expansion base plate 7 of the expansion enclosure, then insert the PCIe connector at the end of the PCIe extension cable 2 outside the expansion enclosure into the PCIe slot of the host computer, connect the ATX power cable to power on the power supply 8, and turn on the host computer power supply.

[0034] The above description represents preferred embodiments of the present invention and does not limit the scope of the patent. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the claims.

Claims

1. A PCIe expansion box employing a high-speed data cable, characterized in that, The system includes a metal enclosure (1), which contains a high-speed PCIe extension cable (2). The PCIe extension cable (2) has a PCIe switch expansion card (3) installed inside the enclosure, and the PCIe extension cable (2) extends directly to the outside of the enclosure. The outside of the enclosure is divided into PCIe plugs (4). The PCIe switch expansion card (3) has ten SFF8654 slots (5). The SFF8654 slots (5) are connected to SFF8654 high-speed data cables (6). The other end of the SFF8654 high-speed data cables (6) is connected to a PCIe expansion base plate (7). The PCIe expansion base plate (7) is connected to an ATX power supply (8) for power supply. All components except the PCIe extension cable are installed inside the enclosure.

2. A PCIe expansion box using a high-speed data cable according to claim 1, characterized in that, The PCIe extension cable (2) extends outside the enclosure and can be directly connected to the host.

3. A PCIe expansion box using a high-speed data cable according to claim 1, characterized in that, The PCIeswitch expansion card (3) has ten SFF8654 slots (5).

4. A PCIe expansion box using a high-speed data cable according to claim 1, characterized in that, include: The SFF8654 high-speed data cable (6) is connected to the PCIe switch expansion card (3), and the PCIe expansion baseboard (7) is connected to the other end of the SFF8654 high-speed data cable (6).

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