Tool-free unlimited splicing network support

Abstract

The application discloses a tool-free unlimited splicing network support, which comprises a rack and a supporting component, wherein the rack is composed of vertical rods and horizontal rods, a plurality of connecting grooves are arranged on the vertical rods, and the supporting component is arranged on the rack and is in sliding connection with the connecting grooves. The rack is assembled by means of lock bolts and pull-rivet nuts, and can be expanded in the horizontal and vertical directions unlimitedly; the cross connecting piece and the tray are both provided with fixing holes and heat dissipation holes, so that the heat dissipation efficiency is improved; the tray is suitable for various mainboard specifications and is provided with a built-in display card support, so that maintenance is facilitated. The equipment has the advantages of small size, convenient installation, flexible expansion and the like, and is suitable for high-density computer room deployment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of data center equipment technology, and in particular relates to a tool-free, infinitely connectable network bracket. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional network cabinets typically employ a welded or screw-fixed monolithic frame structure, resulting in issues such as large size, heavy weight, difficult handling, and poor scalability. Current technologies require specialized tools for cabinet assembly, have inadequate heat dissipation designs, and struggle to accommodate diverse hardware devices. Furthermore, fixed-size cabinets cannot be flexibly expanded, leading to low space utilization. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address the aforementioned problems, this invention proposes a modular, tool-free, and infinitely combinable support device. Through standardized components, it enables rapid assembly and disassembly, multi-directional expansion, and efficient heat dissipation, significantly reducing transportation and maintenance costs.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the specific technical solution of the present invention is as follows:

[0005] In some embodiments of this application, a tool-free, infinitely configurable network bracket is provided, comprising: a frame and a support component, wherein the frame is composed of vertical rods and horizontal rods, the vertical rods are provided with a plurality of connecting grooves, and the support component is disposed on the frame and slidably connected to the connecting grooves.

[0006] In some embodiments of this application, the vertical bar and the horizontal bar are fixed together by rivet nuts and locking bolts.

[0007] In some embodiments of this application, the frame is also provided with a cross-shaped connecting piece, and different frames are spliced ​​together by the cross-shaped connecting piece.

[0008] In some embodiments of this application, a cover plate is provided on the top of the rack, and heat dissipation holes are arranged in a ring array on the cover plate.

[0009] In some embodiments of this application, the supporting components include: a graphics card bracket and an ATX tray-free device.

[0010] In some embodiments of this application, the supporting component is one of a mesh panel, a flat panel, or a frame structure.

[0011] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages of this invention are that the rack can be assembled without tools using locking bolts and rivet nuts, supporting unlimited horizontal and vertical expansion; both the cross-shaped connecting plate and the tray are equipped with several heat dissipation holes to improve heat dissipation efficiency; the tray is compatible with various motherboard sizes and has a built-in graphics card bracket for easy maintenance. This equipment has advantages such as small size, convenient installation, and flexible expansion, making it suitable for high-density data center deployments. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of preferred embodiments. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the invention. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same parts throughout the drawings. In the drawings:

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rack structure provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the vertical rod structure of different connecting grooves provided in the embodiments of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the vertical rod structure of different connecting grooves provided in the embodiments of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 5 These are schematic diagrams of support components with different structures provided in embodiments of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 6 These are schematic diagrams of support components with different structures provided in embodiments of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the cover plate structure provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the cross connector structure provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention.

[0022] To better understand the purpose, structure, and function of this invention, the invention will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] See appendix Figure 1-8 As shown, according to some embodiments of this application, the overall structure consists of a frame 1 and a support component 2:

[0024] Frame 1: A rectangular frame is formed by vertical rods 101, horizontal rods 102, and cross-shaped connecting pieces 4 connected by 104 rivet nuts and screws. The vertical rods 101 are provided with several connecting slots. The number of connecting slots and the spacing between adjacent connecting slots are selected according to actual needs and are not limited here. The top of the rectangular frame is provided with a cover plate 3, and the cover plate 3 is provided with heat dissipation holes arranged in a ring array.

[0025] The vertical rod 101 has an adjustment hole in the longitudinal direction, and the horizontal rod 102 is fixed in the adjustment hole by a locking bolt to achieve free height adjustment.

[0026] The cross-shaped connecting piece 4 is fixed to the top, bottom and inside of the frame by rivet nuts and screws to form a partition; its surface is provided with fixing holes and heat dissipation holes, which serve the functions of fixing chassis components and heat dissipation.

[0027] It should be noted that the cross-shaped connecting piece 4 is fixed to the top, bottom, and interior of the rack 1 using 104 rivet nuts and screws, forming a stable rectangular frame together with the vertical rod 101 and horizontal rod 102, providing support for the overall structure. The cross-shaped connecting piece 4 divides the rack 1 into layers, creating multi-level spaces, facilitating the layered installation of the motherboard tray and other hardware components. The corners of the cross-shaped connecting piece 4 employ special connection structures (such as fixing holes and rivet nuts), supporting unlimited horizontal or vertical expansion. By tightening bolts, new units can be stacked on the vertical rod 101 or horizontal rod 102 in different directions, allowing for flexible adjustment of the rack 1's dimensions. The cross-shaped connecting piece 4 can be disassembled or reassembled without tools, facilitating transportation, maintenance, and future expansion, significantly reducing data center renovation costs. The surface of the cross-shaped connecting piece 4 has dense fixing holes, which, together with the CPU recessed area of ​​the motherboard tray 2 (which has dense heat dissipation holes and fixing holes), enhances internal air convection, reduces hardware operating temperature, and minimizes performance loss or failure risks caused by overheating. The mounting holes on the cross connector 4 are used to install chassis components (such as power supplies, expansion cards, etc.), accommodating different hardware specifications and improving equipment compatibility. It engages with the slots on the motherboard tray to ensure stable tray installation and supports pull-out maintenance, simplifying hardware replacement. Through the rigid connection of rivet nuts and locking bolts, the cross connector 4 effectively eliminates gaps at frame joints, preventing loosening due to vibration or external forces during long-term use. The cross connector 4 is not only the structural framework of rack 1 but also a core component enabling tool-free installation, unlimited expansion, efficient heat dissipation, and hardware compatibility. Its modular design and multi-functional integration significantly improve the flexibility, reliability, and maintenance efficiency of the data center rack, solving the pain points of traditional racks such as bulkiness and poor expandability.

[0028] Support component 2: It is compatible with ATX, MTTX, ITX and other motherboard specifications, and adopts a pull-out design for easy maintenance; the tray has a built-in graphics card bracket (11.5cm×15.2cm) and a standard power supply hole, and is connected to the rack 1 through a card slot.

[0029] Tool-free installation: Secured with locking bolts and rivet nuts, requiring no special tools and allowing for quick disassembly and adjustment.

[0030] Unlimited splicing design: Supports horizontal and vertical expansion, and can be extended in multiple directions by connecting the vertical bar 101 or the horizontal bar 102 with locking bolts.

[0031] Modular components: Standardized vertical bar 101, horizontal bar 102, and cross connector 4 can be replaced individually, reducing maintenance costs.

[0032] High-efficiency heat dissipation: Both the cross-shaped connecting plate 4 and the tray are equipped with several heat dissipation holes, supporting the installation of 12cm fans and several types of fans to enhance air convection.

[0033] Lightweight and portable: The frame is made of aluminum alloy, which makes it small and lightweight after disassembly, making it easy to transport.

[0034] Caster wheel base: Optional caster wheels to improve the flexibility of equipment movement.

[0035] Layered management: The multi-layer card slot design allows each layer to independently support a tray, facilitating the classification and layout of equipment.

[0036] Connect the vertical rod 101 and horizontal rod 102 to form a rectangular frame using locking bolts, adjust the height, and then tighten. Fix the cross-shaped connecting pieces 4 to the top, bottom, and interior of the frame, and secure them with 104 rivet nuts and screws. Select an adapter tray according to the motherboard size and fix the motherboard into the tray slot. Insert the motherboard into the corresponding layer of rack 1 and lock it in place using the slot. Vertical expansion: Stack a new frame unit on top of the vertical rod 101 and connect it using locking bolts. Horizontal expansion: Install horizontal rods 102 on the side of the vertical rod 101 to extend the frame width and form a multi-row structure. Install several fans at the fixing holes of the cross-shaped connecting pieces 4 and at the 2nd host tray to enhance airflow. Utilize the recessed design of the CPU area in the tray to improve local heat dissipation efficiency.

[0037] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0038] 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. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0039] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0040] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on its differences from other embodiments. Similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to interchangeably. For the apparatus disclosed in the embodiments, since they correspond to the methods disclosed in the embodiments, the description is relatively simple; relevant parts can be referred to the method section.

[0041] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A tool-free, infinitely configurable network bracket, characterized in that, include: A frame and supporting components, wherein the frame is composed of vertical rods and horizontal rods, the vertical rods are provided with a plurality of connecting grooves, and the supporting components are disposed on the frame and slidably connected to the connecting grooves.

2. The tool-free, infinitely connectable network bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The vertical bar and the horizontal bar are fixed together by rivet nuts.

3. The tool-free, infinitely connectable network bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame is also equipped with a cross-shaped connecting piece, which is used to splice different frames together.

4. A tool-free, infinitely connectable network bracket according to claim 3, characterized in that, The top of the frame is provided with a cover plate, and the cover plate has heat dissipation holes arranged in a ring array.

5. A tool-free, infinitely connectable network bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The supporting components include: a graphics card bracket and an ATX-free tray.

6. A tool-free, infinitely connectable network bracket according to claim 5, characterized in that, The supporting component is one of the following: a mesh panel, a flat panel, or a frame structure.

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