Server

Abstract

The utility model provides a server, and relates to the technical field of servers. The server provided by the utility model comprises a mainboard, a disk array card, an adapter, a mounting baffle and a function extension module. The disk array card is connected with the mainboard, and a first connector is arranged on the edge of one side of the disk array card in the first direction; the adapter is arranged on the side, provided with the first connector in the first direction, of the disk array card and connected with the first connector, and a second connector is arranged on the adapter; the mounting baffle plate is arranged at one end of the disk array card along the second direction, the mounting baffle plate is provided with a plugging port opposite to the second connector along the second direction, and a mounting space is formed between the adapter and the mounting baffle plate; the function expansion module is arranged in the installation space in a pluggable mode through the plugging port in the second direction and connected with the second connector. According to the server provided by the invention, when the function extension module is plugged, the function extension module is pushed into or pulled out of the installation space through the plugging port, so that the maintenance convenience is effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of servers, and in particular to a server. Background Art

[0002] A server is a computing device used to process network requests, store data, and run applications. With the rapid development of technology, there is a demand for large amounts of data processing. By setting up function expansion modules in the server, the server can have higher performance and reliability.

[0003] In the related art, the function expansion module is usually installed on the mainboard of the server, or installed on the air duct of the server and connected to the mainboard through a cable. However, when plugging and unplugging the function expansion module, the above installation method requires the removal of the upper cover of the server chassis, which makes the maintenance of the function expansion module inconvenient. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present application provides a server to solve the problem that when plugging and unplugging a function expansion module, the chassis cover of the server needs to be disassembled, which makes the maintenance of the function expansion module inconvenient.

[0005] The server provided by the present application includes: a mainboard; a disk array card connected to the mainboard, a first connector being provided on one edge of the disk array card along a first direction; an adapter being provided on the side of the disk array card along the first direction where the first connector is provided, the adapter being connected to the first connector, and a second connector being provided on the adapter; an installation baffle being provided at one end of the disk array card along a second direction, the installation baffle being provided with a plug-in port opposite to the second connector along the second direction, and an installation space being formed between the adapter and the installation baffle; and a function expansion module being pluggably provided in the installation space via the plug-in port along the second direction and connected to the second connector.

[0006] The server provided by the present application is provided with a first connector on the disk array card and a second connector on the adapter, so that the function expansion module can be connected to the main board through the adapter and the disk array card without occupying space on the main board. By providing a plug-in port on the mounting baffle, the function expansion module can be pluggably arranged in the mounting space between the adapter and the mounting baffle via the plug-in port. In this way, when the function expansion module needs to be plugged in or out, the function expansion module can be pushed into the mounting space via the plug-in port to connect with the second connector or the function expansion module can be pulled out of the mounting space via the plug-in port, thereby improving the convenience of maintaining the function expansion module.

[0007] Optionally, for the server as described above, the first connector has a first connection port that opens in the first direction and faces the adapter. The adapter includes an adapter body and a first connection portion on one side facing the disk array card in the first direction. The first connection portion is pluggably connected to the first connection port.

[0008] With this arrangement, the pluggable connection between the adapter and the disk array card is achieved through the pluggable connection between the first connection port and the first connection portion, simplifying the installation steps and enhancing the stability and reliability of the connection.

[0009] Optionally, for the server as described above, the second connector is provided at one side edge of the adapter body close to the mounting baffle in the second direction. The second connector has a second connection port that opens in the second direction and faces the mounting baffle. The second connection port is pluggably connected to the function expansion module.

[0010] The function expansion module is pluggably connected to the adapter through the second connection port. With this setting, the maintenance process is simplified and the work efficiency is improved.

[0011] Optionally, for the server as described above, it further includes: a fixing bracket that is respectively connected to the mounting baffle and the adapter. The fixing bracket defines a chute opposite to the insertion and extraction port. The function expansion module includes a slider that is slidably disposed in the chute.

[0012] In this way, through the sliding connection between the chute and the slider, the smooth sliding of the function expansion module relative to the fixing bracket is achieved.

[0013] Optionally, for the server as described above, the fixing bracket includes a first bracket area and a second bracket area arranged in sequence in the second direction. The adapter is fixedly connected to the first bracket area, and the second bracket area defines the chute.

[0014] With this arrangement, the fixed connection between the adapter and the fixing bracket is achieved through the first bracket area, and the chute for the function expansion module to slide is defined through the second bracket area.

[0015] Optionally, for the server as described above, the first bracket area and the adapter are arranged in a stacked manner, and the adapter and the first bracket area are connected by a first fastener; a connection frame is provided on the side of the second bracket area. The connection frame includes a first side plate and a second side plate. The first side plate is connected to the disk array card by a second fastener, and the second side plate is connected to the mounting baffle by a third fastener.

[0016] In this way, the first side plate and the second side plate are fixedly connected to the disk array card and the mounting baffle respectively by the second fastener and the third fastener to form a stable support for the fixing bracket.

[0017] Optionally, for the server as described above, the function expansion module includes: a movable housing that defines an installation cavity with one end of the installation cavity opening in the second direction; a function expansion device disposed in the installation cavity, and a connection terminal is provided at one end of the function expansion device facing the opening, and the connection terminal is connected to the second connector.

[0018] The installation cavity provides a stable support for the function expansion device, and the function expansion device realizes the connection with the second connector by setting the connection terminal.

[0019] Optionally, for the server as described above, the function expansion device includes: an outer protection plate, including: a bottom protection plate, a top protection plate and a spring connection member, one side of the bottom protection plate is open in the third direction, a plurality of first clamping arms are provided along the peripheral edge of the opening of the bottom protection plate, the top protection plate is covered at the opening and jointly defines a hollow inner cavity with the bottom protection plate, a plurality of second clamping arms are provided on the top protection plate, and the spring connection member is respectively clamped on the first clamping arms and the second clamping arms; a device main body disposed in the inner cavity of the outer protection plate; a heat dissipation member disposed in the inner cavity of the outer protection plate and in thermal contact with the device main body.

[0020] By covering the top protection plate at the opening of the bottom protection plate and stably connecting the top protection plate and the bottom protection plate through the spring connection member, a closed space is formed between the top protection plate and the bottom protection plate, effectively protecting the device main body from the intrusion of the external environment. Through the thermal contact between the heat dissipation member and the device main body, the heat dissipation member can dissipate the heat generated by the device main body to the outside of the device main body, ensuring the stability and reliability of the operation of the device main body.

[0021] Optionally, for the server as described above, the function expansion module further includes: a positioning structure is provided in the installation cavity; the function expansion device includes a first type of function expansion device and a second type of function expansion device, the sizes of the first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device in the second direction are different, the first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device are respectively provided with positioning and mating structures, the first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device can be replaced with each other, and the positioning and mating structures of the first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device are both adapted to be positioned and mated with the positioning structure.

[0022] With this setting, the positioning and mating structures of different types of function expansion devices are positioned and mated with the matching positioning structures, ensuring the stability and reliability of the function expansion module. In addition, the compatibility of the movable housing is improved.

[0023] Optionally, for the server as described above, the movable housing includes: a housing main body with an opening at one end of the housing main body in the second direction, and an installation portion is provided at the end of the housing main body opposite to the opening; a push-pull device disposed at the installation portion, and the push-pull device is used to push the function expansion module to be inserted into the installation space or pulled out from the installation space through the plug-in port.

[0024] By setting up a push-pull device, it is convenient to push or pull the function expansion module into or out of the installation space through the insertion and extraction opening.

[0025] The server provided by this application includes a main board, a disk array card, an adapter, an installation baffle, and a function expansion module. The disk array card is connected to the main board, and the disk array card has a first connector. The adapter is connected to the disk array card through the first connector. One end of the disk array card along the second direction is provided with an installation baffle, and an insertion and extraction opening is arranged on the installation baffle. An installation space is formed between the adapter and the installation baffle. The function expansion module is detachably arranged in the installation space through the insertion and extraction opening and is connected to the second connector of the adapter. In this way, through the connection between the function expansion module and the adapter, the connection between the adapter and the disk array card, and the connection between the disk array card and the main board, the function expansion module is connected to the main board. Moreover, when it is necessary to insert or extract the function expansion module, the function expansion module can be pushed into the installation space through the insertion and extraction opening to be connected to the second connector or the function expansion module can be pulled out of the installation space through the insertion and extraction opening. In this way, the convenience of maintaining the function expansion module is improved. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] The drawings here are incorporated into the specification and form a part of this specification, showing embodiments consistent with this application, and are used together with the specification to explain the principles of this application.

[0027] Figure 1 Schematic structural diagram of the server provided by the embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 2 is Figure 1 partial enlarged view at A in

[0029] Figure 3 is Figure 1 exploded schematic diagram of

[0030] Figure 4 is Figure 1 schematic structural diagram from another perspective of

[0031] Figure 5 is Figure 4 partial structural schematic diagram in

[0032] Figure 6 is Figure 5 schematic structural diagram of the adapter and the fixing bracket in

[0033] Figure 7 is Figure 4 schematic structural diagram of the function expansion module in

[0034] Figure 8 is Figure 7 schematic structural diagram of the function expansion device in

[0035] Figure 9 Explosion diagram for Figure 8 .

[0036] Explanation of reference numerals in the drawings:

[0037] 100 - Disk array card;

[0038] 110 - First connector; 111 - First connection port;

[0039] 200 - Adapter;

[0040] 210 - Second connector;

[0041] 220 - Adapter body;

[0042] 230 - First connection part;

[0043] 300 - Mounting baffle;

[0044] 310 - Plug - in port; 311 - Contact part;

[0045] 400 - Function expansion module;

[0046] 410 - Slide block;

[0047] 420 - Movable housing; 421 - Installation cavity; 4211 - Positioning structure; 422 - Housing main body; 4221 - Installation part; 423 - Pushing and pulling device; 4231 - Pulling belt; 4232 - Elastic piece;

[0048] 430 - Function expansion device; 431 - Connection terminal; 432 - Outer protection plate; 4321 - Bottom protection plate; 4322 - First clamping arm; 4323 - Top protection plate; 4324 - Second clamping arm; 4325 - Spring connecting piece; 433 - Device main body; 434 - Heat dissipation part; 435 - Positioning and mating structure;

[0049] 500 - Fixed bracket;

[0050] 510 - Slide groove;

[0051] 520 - First bracket area;

[0052] 530 - Second bracket area;

[0053] 540 - Connecting frame; 541 - First side plate; 542 - Second side plate;

[0054] 600 - First fastener.

[0055] The above drawings have shown clear embodiments of the present application, which will be described in more detail later. These drawings and text descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the present application in any way, but to illustrate the concept of the present application to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0056] Exemplary embodiments will be described in detail herein, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings. When the following description refers to the drawings, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements unless otherwise indicated. The implementations described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all implementations consistent with the present application. Instead, they are merely examples of devices and methods consistent with some aspects of the present application as detailed in the appended claims.

[0057] A server is a computing device used to process network requests, store data, and run applications. With the rapid development of technology, there is a demand for large amounts of data processing. By setting up function expansion modules in the server, the server can have higher performance and reliability.

[0058] In the related art, the function expansion module is usually installed on the mainboard of the server, or installed on the air duct of the server and connected to the mainboard through a cable. However, when plugging and unplugging the function expansion module, the above installation method requires the removal of the upper cover of the server chassis, which makes the maintenance of the function expansion module inconvenient.

[0059] In view of the above technical problems, an embodiment of the present application provides a server, which includes a mainboard, a disk array card, an adapter, a mounting baffle and a function expansion module. The disk array card is connected to the mainboard, and the disk array card has a first connector, and the adapter is connected to the disk array card through the first connector. A mounting baffle is provided at one end of the disk array card along the second direction, and a plug-in port is provided on the mounting baffle, and an installation space is formed between the adapter and the mounting baffle. The function expansion module is pluggably arranged in the installation space via the plug-in port, and connected to the second connector of the adapter, so that the function expansion module is connected to the mainboard through the connection between the function expansion module and the adapter, the connection between the adapter and the disk array card, and the connection between the disk array card and the mainboard. In addition, when the function expansion module needs to be plugged in and out, the function expansion module is pushed into the installation space through the plug-in port to connect with the second connector or the function expansion module is pulled out of the installation space through the plug-in port, so that the convenience of maintaining the function expansion module is improved.

[0060] The following uses specific embodiments to elaborate in detail on the technical solution of this application and how the technical solution of this application solves the above technical problems. These several specific embodiments below can be combined with each other, and the same or similar concepts or processes may not be repeated in some embodiments. The embodiments of this application will be described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0061] Referring to Figures 1 to 9 , the server provided by this application may include a main board, a disk array card 100, an adapter 200, an installation baffle 300, and a function expansion module 400. Among them, the disk array card 100 is connected to the main board, and a first connector 110 is provided on one side edge of the disk array card 100 along the first direction. The adapter 200 is disposed on the side of the disk array card 100 along the first direction where the first connector 110 is provided, the adapter 200 is connected to the first connector 110, and a second connector 210 is provided on the adapter 200. The installation baffle 300 is disposed at one end of the disk array card 100 along the second direction, and the installation baffle 300 is provided with a plug-in port 310 opposite to the second connector 210 along the second direction, and an installation space is formed between the adapter 200 and the installation baffle 300. The function expansion module 400 is detachably disposed in the installation space via the plug-in port 310 along the second direction and is connected to the second connector 210.

[0062] Among them, referring to Figure 1 , the first direction corresponds to Figure 1 the X-axis direction in Figure 1 , and the second direction corresponds to

[0063] the Y-axis direction in

[0064] It can be understood that the main board (not shown in the figure) has data processing and communication functions. The disk array card 100 (RAID card), as a data storage and management component, is connected to the main board, ensuring efficient data reading and writing and storage capabilities. A first connector 110 is provided on one side edge of the disk array card 100 along the first direction, reserving an interface for subsequent function expansion.

[0065] In addition, one end of the disk array card 100 along the second direction is provided with an installation baffle 300, and the connection between the disk array card 100 and the chassis of the server can be realized through the installation baffle 300. The installation baffle 300 is provided with a plugging port 310 corresponding to the second connector 210 along the second direction for the function expansion module 400 to enter and exit the server.

[0066] Specifically, the function expansion module 400 is pluggably installed in the installation space between the adapter 200 and the installation baffle 300 through the plugging port 310 and is connected to the second connector 210. In this way, when it is necessary to plug and unplug the function expansion module 400, the function expansion module 400 can be pushed into the installation space through the plugging port 310 to be connected to the second connector 210 or the function expansion module 400 can be pulled out of the installation space through the plugging port 310. In this way, the user can maintain the function expansion module 400 without disassembling the upper cover of the server, improving the operation convenience and efficiency. Moreover, the function expansion module 400 can be inserted into or pulled out of the server without shutting down the power supply of the server system without affecting the normal operation of the server, that is, the function expansion module 400 can be hot-plugged.

[0067] In addition, compared with the related art in which the function expansion module 400 is installed on the main board, in the embodiment of the present application, by arranging the function expansion module 400 in the installation space and realizing the connection with the main board through the first connector 110 and the second connector 210, in this way, the space of the main board is not occupied and the installation and use of other devices are not affected.

[0068] See Figure 3 In the embodiment of the present application, the first connector 110 has a first connection port 111 that opens along the first direction and faces the adapter 200. The adapter 200 includes an adapter body 220 and a first connection portion 230 on one side facing the disk array card 100 along the first direction. The first connection portion 230 is pluggably connected to the first connection port 111.

[0069] In specific implementation, in order to facilitate the connection between the adapter 200 and the first connector 110, the first connector 110 is provided with the first connection port 111, and the first connection port 111 is accurately aligned with the position of the adapter 200, ensuring the intuitiveness of the connection between the adapter 200 and the first connector 110 and the convenience of operation.

[0070] Furthermore, the adapter body 220, as the main body part of the adapter 200, stably supports the entire adapter 200. On one side of the adapter body 220 along the first direction and facing the disk array card 100, there is a first connection portion 230 that matches the first connection port 111. In this way, through the pluggable connection between the first connection port 111 and the first connection portion 230, the pluggable connection between the adapter 200 and the disk array card 100 is achieved. Thus, the installation steps are simplified, the stability and reliability of the connection are enhanced, and a guarantee for data transmission is provided.

[0071] See Figure 3 and Figure 4 , in the embodiment of the present application, the second connector 210 is provided on one side edge of the adapter body 220 along the second direction and close to the mounting baffle 300. The second connector 210 has a second connection port that opens towards the mounting baffle 300 along the second direction, and the second connection port is pluggably connected to the function expansion module 400.

[0072] To achieve the connection between the function expansion module 400 and the adapter 200, the second connector 210 has a second connection port that opens towards the mounting baffle 300 along the second direction, forming a clear connection path. The second connection port matches the connection end of the function expansion module 400 to ensure the compatibility and stability with the function expansion module 400.

[0073] By setting the second connection port, the pluggable connection between the adapter 200 and the function expansion module 400 is achieved. When the function expansion module 400 needs to be maintained, the user can align the function expansion module 400 with the second connection port and achieve a quick connection through the plugging and unplugging operation. With such a setting, the maintenance process is simplified and the work efficiency is improved.

[0074] In some embodiments, the thickness of the adapter body 220 can be set to be greater than the thickness of the first connection portion 230.

[0075] It can be understood that the first connection portion 230 is used to be inserted into the first connection port 111. Thus, the size of the first connection portion 230 matches the size of the first connection port 111 to facilitate the precise connection between the adapter 200 and the disk array card 100. And the adapter body 220, as the bearing part of the adapter 200, increasing the thickness of the adapter body 220 can enhance the structural strength and stability of the adapter 200, ensure that the adapter 200 can withstand the stress from all directions, and effectively extend the service life of the adapter 200.

[0076] See Figure 4 and Figure 5, in the embodiment of the present application, the server may further include a fixing bracket 500. The fixing bracket 500 is respectively connected to the mounting baffle 300 and the adapter 200, and the fixing bracket 500 is slidably engaged with the function expansion module 400.

[0077] Specifically, one end of the fixing bracket 500 is firmly connected to the mounting baffle 300, ensuring the positioning and rigid support of the fixing bracket 500; the other end is connected to the adapter 200. In this way, the fixing bracket 500 is in the installation space between the mounting baffle 300 and the adapter 200, ensuring structural compactness and improving installation convenience.

[0078] Through the sliding connection between the fixing bracket 500 and the function expansion module 400, the smoothness and precise positioning of the function expansion module 400 during movement are ensured. Users can easily insert and remove the function expansion module 400 according to actual needs, so that the function expansion module 400 slides in and out of the inside and outside of the server through the insertion port 310.

[0079] See Figure 6 and Figure 7 , in the embodiment of the present application, the fixing bracket 500 defines a chute 510 opposite to the insertion port 310, and the function expansion module 400 includes a slider 410, and the slider 410 is slidably disposed in the chute 510.

[0080] By providing the chute 510 and the slider 410 adapted to the chute 510, the convenience of installation and disassembly of the function expansion module 400 is ensured, and the docking and smooth sliding between the fixing bracket 500 and the function expansion module 400 are realized.

[0081] Specifically, when installing or maintaining the function expansion module 400, the user aligns the slider 410 with the entrance of the chute 510, and then pushes or pulls the function expansion module 400. Under the guidance of the chute 510, the function expansion module 400 moves smoothly on the fixing bracket 500. The sliding cooperation between the chute 510 and the slider 410 effectively reduces friction and resistance, ensuring the accuracy of installation and the simplicity of operation of the function expansion module 400. In addition, the chute 510 provides a stable support for the function expansion module 400, avoiding position deviation caused by external forces, thereby ensuring the stable operation and reliability of the function expansion module 400.

[0082] See Figure 3 and Figure 6 , in the embodiment of the present application, the fixing bracket 500 includes a first bracket area 520 and a second bracket area 530 arranged in sequence along the second direction. The adapter 200 is fixedly connected to the first bracket area 520, and the second bracket area 530 defines the chute 510.

[0083] Among them, the first bracket area 520 is used as a fixed base point for the adapter 200. Through the fixed connection with the adapter 200, the first bracket area 520 ensures the stable installation of the adapter 200 inside the server.

[0084] Furthermore, the second bracket area 530 provides precise guidance and stable support for the sliding installation of the function expansion module 400. Inside the second bracket area 530, the chute 510 serves as the running track for the slider 410 of the function expansion module 400. The chute 510 maintains consistency in the relative position with the insertion and extraction port 310, ensuring the smoothness and accuracy of the function expansion module 400 during the installation and disassembly processes.

[0085] See Figure 2 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 In the embodiment of the present application, the first bracket area 520 and the adapter 200 are arranged in a stacked manner, and the adapter 200 and the first bracket area 520 are connected by the first fastener 600; a connecting frame 540 is provided on the side of the second bracket area 530. The connecting frame 540 includes a first side plate 541 and a second side plate 542. The first side plate 541 is connected to the disk array card 100 through the second fastener, and the second side plate 542 is connected to the mounting baffle 300 through the third fastener.

[0086] It can be understood that the first bracket area 520 and the adapter 200 are arranged in a stacked manner, effectively utilizing the limited space and enhancing the structural compactness. To achieve a firm combination between the first bracket area 520 and the adapter 200, the server may further include a first fastener 600. The first fastener 600 passes through the corresponding hole positions on the first bracket area 520 and the adapter 200, tightly connecting the first bracket area 520 and the adapter 200.

[0087] Furthermore, a connecting frame 540 is provided on the side of the second bracket area 530. The connecting frame 540 may include a first side plate 541 and a second side plate 542. The first side plate 541 is tightly connected to the disk array card 100 through the second fastener, and the second side plate 542 is tightly connected to the mounting baffle 300 through the third fastener, thereby forming a stable support for the fixed bracket 500, enabling the fixed bracket 500 to be stably installed in the installation space between the mounting baffle 300 and the adapter 200, and enhancing the structural stability of the fixed bracket 500.

[0088] See Figure 7, in the embodiment of the present application, the function expansion module 400 may include a movable housing 420 and a function expansion device 430. Among them, the movable housing 420 defines an installation cavity 421, and one end of the installation cavity 421 is open along the second direction. The function expansion device 430 is disposed in the installation cavity 421, and a connection terminal 431 is provided at one end of the function expansion device 430 facing the opening, and the connection terminal 431 is connected to the second connector 210.

[0089] It can be understood that the installation cavity 421 of the movable housing 420 extends along the second direction and is in an open state at one end. Such a setting facilitates the function expansion device 430 to enter the installation cavity 421 through the opening. The installation cavity 421 provides a stable support for the function expansion device 430.

[0090] In addition, at the front end of the function expansion device 430, that is, the end facing the opening of the installation cavity 421, a connection terminal 431 is provided. Through the connection terminal 431, accurate and stable electrical connection and data transmission between the function expansion device 430 and the second connector 210 can be ensured.

[0091] See Figure 8 and Figure 9 , in the embodiment of the present application, the function expansion device 430 may include an outer protection plate 432, a device main body 433, and a heat dissipation member 434. Among them, the device main body 433 is disposed in the inner cavity of the outer protection plate 432. The heat dissipation member 434 is disposed in the inner cavity of the outer protection plate 432 and is in thermal contact with the device main body 433.

[0092] Specifically, the outer protection plate 432 serves as the housing of the function expansion device 430, providing physical protection for the function expansion device 430 to prevent the internal components of the function expansion device 430 from being interfered with and damaged by the external environment. In addition, the cavity formed inside the outer protection plate 432 provides space for the placement of the device main body 433 and the heat dissipation member 434.

[0093] It should be noted that the device main body 433 is disposed in the inner cavity of the outer protection plate 432. The device main body 433 may be an M.2 device, and of course, this embodiment does not limit it here. The M.2 device has the characteristics of small volume and fast transmission speed, and can improve the data storage and access efficiency of the computer.

[0094] To solve the heat problem generated by the device main body 433 during operation, the heat dissipation member 434 is in thermal contact with the device main body 433. Through the thermal contact between the device main body 433 and the heat dissipation member 434, the heat dissipation member 434 can timely dissipate the heat generated by the device main body 433 to ensure the stability and reliability of the operation of the device main body 433.

[0095] Among them, the heat dissipation components 434 can be set to two, and the two heat dissipation components 434 are respectively arranged on two opposite sides of the device main body 433, so as to improve the heat dissipation efficiency.

[0096] See Figure 8 and Figure 9 , in the embodiment of the present application, the outer protection plate 432 may include a bottom protection plate 4321, a top protection plate 4323 and a spring connecting member 4325. Specifically, one side of the bottom protection plate 4321 is open along the third direction, and a plurality of first clamping arms 4322 are arranged on the peripheral edge of the opening of the bottom protection plate 4321. The top protection plate 4323 is covered at the opening, and a plurality of second clamping arms 4324 are arranged on the top protection plate 4323. The spring connecting member 4325 is respectively clamped in the first clamping arm 4322 and the second clamping arm 4324.

[0097] Among them, see Figure 9 , the third direction corresponds to Figure 9 the Z-axis direction in

[0098] It can be understood that one side of the bottom protection plate 4321 is open along the third direction to facilitate the installation of the device main body 433. A plurality of first clamping arms 4322 are arranged around the opening of the bottom protection plate 4321 for connecting with the top protection plate 4323.

[0099] The top protection plate 4323 is used to cover the opening of the bottom protection plate 4321 to form a closed space with the bottom protection plate 4321, effectively protecting the device main body 433 from the interference of the external environment. A plurality of second clamping arms 4324 are arranged on the top protection plate 4323 for firmly connecting with the bottom protection plate 4321.

[0100] In order to realize the reliable connection between the bottom protection plate 4321 and the top protection plate 4323, the outer protection plate 432 is provided with a spring connecting member 4325. The spring connecting member 4325 is respectively clamped in the first clamping arm 4322 and the second clamping arm 4324 to firmly connect the bottom protection plate 4321 and the top protection plate 4323.

[0101] In addition, the number and layout of the first clamping arms 4322 and the second clamping arms 4324 are only given exemplarily, and can be specifically set according to actual needs, which are not limited in this embodiment.

[0102] See Figure 7 and Figure 8, in the embodiment of the present application, a positioning structure 4211 is provided in the installation cavity 421. The function expansion device 430 includes a first type of function expansion device and a second type of function expansion device. The first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device have different dimensions in the second direction. The first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device are respectively provided with positioning and mating structures 435. The first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device can be replaced with each other, and the positioning and mating structures 435 of the first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device are both adapted to be positioned and mated with the positioning structure 4211.

[0103] In order to achieve a stable connection between the function expansion device 430 and the movable housing 420, a positioning structure 4211 is provided in the installation cavity 421. Correspondingly, the function expansion device 430 has a positioning and mating structure 435. Among them, the positioning structure 4211 can be set as a mating structure of a threaded hole and a bolt. Correspondingly, the positioning and mating structure 435 can be set as a connection hole matching the bolt. Of course, this embodiment is not limited herein. In this way, the bolt passes through the connection hole and the threaded hole in sequence, and tightening the bolt can achieve a stable connection between the function expansion device 430 and the movable housing 420.

[0104] It should be noted that, in order to meet the usage requirements of different scenarios, the function expansion device 430 can include a first type of function expansion device and a second type of function expansion device. The first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device have different dimensions in the second direction. In order to achieve a stable connection between the function expansion devices 430 of different dimensions and the movable housing 420, the positioning structure 4211 can be set to two or more. In this way, when installing the first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device, the first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device respectively correspond to different positioning structures 4211, ensuring the overall stability and reliability of the function expansion module 400 when replacing different types of expansion devices. In addition, the compatibility of the movable housing 420 is improved.

[0105] See Figure 7 , in the embodiment of the present application, the movable housing 420 can include a housing main body 422 and a pushing and pulling device 423. The opening of the movable housing 420 is located at one end of the housing main body 422 in the second direction. One end of the housing main body 422 opposite to the opening has an installation portion 4221. The pushing and pulling device 423 is arranged on the installation portion 4221. The pushing and pulling device 423 is used to push the function expansion module 400 to be inserted into the installation space or pulled out from the installation space through the insertion and extraction port 310.

[0106] It can be understood that through the opening located on the housing main body 422, it is convenient for the function expansion module 400 to be aligned and inserted into the housing main body 422. At the other end opposite to the opening, an installation part 4221 is provided. The installation part 4221 provides a stable installation foundation for the push-pull device 423, ensuring the structural integrity and compactness of the movable housing 420.

[0107] Furthermore, the push-pull device 423 is installed on the installation part 4221 of the housing main body 422. By operating the push-pull device 423, the user can push the function expansion module 400 to move relative to the fixed bracket 500, so that the function expansion module 400 can smoothly enter or exit the installation space through the plug-in port 310. With such a setting, the installation and disassembly processes of the function expansion module 400 are simplified, and the plugging and unplugging of the function expansion module 400 can be realized without the aid of tools, thereby improving the flexibility and maintainability of the server.

[0108] Exemplarily, the push-pull device 423 may include a pulling belt 4231. By pulling the pulling belt 4231, the moving operation of the function expansion module 400 can be realized. Of course, this embodiment is not limited herein.

[0109] See Figure 2 and Figure 7 , in some embodiments, the function expansion module 400 may be configured to cooperate with the installation baffle 300 and give an in-place prompt when reaching a preset position in the installation space.

[0110] Specifically, a contact part 311 may be provided above the plug-in port 310 of the installation baffle 300. The push-pull device 423 may include a spring piece 4232. When the function expansion module 400 is slowly pushed along the sliding groove 510 and touches the preset position, a clamping sound is emitted between the contact part 311 and the spring piece 4232. Thus, it is confirmed that the installation of the function expansion module 400 is completed.

[0111] Of course, other in-place prompt structures may also be provided between the push-pull device 423 and the installation baffle 300. This embodiment is not limited herein.

[0112] In this specification, the embodiments or implementation manners are described in a progressive manner. The key point of each embodiment is to illustrate the differences from other embodiments. The same or similar parts between the embodiments can be referred to each other.

[0113] It should be noted that phrases such as "an embodiment", "embodiments", "exemplary embodiments", "some embodiments", etc. mentioned in the specification indicate that the described embodiments may include specific features, structures, or characteristics, but not necessarily every embodiment includes such specific features, structures, or characteristics. In addition, such phrases do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Further, when describing a specific feature, structure, or characteristic in combination with an embodiment, implementing such a feature, structure, or characteristic in combination with other embodiments, whether explicitly or implicitly described, is within the knowledge scope of those skilled in the art.

[0114] Generally speaking, terms should be understood at least in part by their use in context. For example, at least in part depending on the context, the term "one or more" used in the text can be used to describe any feature, structure, or characteristic in a singular sense, or can be used to describe a combination of features, structures, or characteristics in a plural sense. Similarly, at least in part depending on the context, terms such as "a" or "the" can also be understood to convey a singular usage or a plural usage.

[0115] It should be easily understood that the terms "on", "above", and "over" in this disclosure should be interpreted in the broadest manner such that "on" not only means "directly on something", but also includes the meaning of "on something" with intermediate features or layers therebetween, and "above" or "over" not only includes the meaning of "above" or "over something", but can also include the meaning of "above" or "over something" with no intermediate features or layers therebetween (i.e., directly on something).

[0116] In addition, for ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "below", "beneath", "under", "above", "over", etc. may be used in the text to describe the relationship of one element or feature to other elements or features as shown in the figures. Spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations of the device in use or operation other than the orientation shown in the drawings. The device may have other orientations (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptive terms used in the text can be interpreted accordingly.

[0117] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application and are not intended to limit them; although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those of ordinary skill in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or perform equivalent replacements for some or all of the technical features; and these modifications or replacements do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application.

Claims

1. A server, characterized in that, Comprising: Motherboard; Disk array card (100), connected to the motherboard, and a first connector (110) is provided on one side edge of the disk array card (100) along a first direction; Adapter (200), disposed on the side of the disk array card (100) where the first connector (110) is provided along the first direction, the adapter (200) is connected to the first connector (110), and a second connector (210) is provided on the adapter (200); Mounting baffle (300), disposed at one end of the disk array card (100) along a second direction, and a plug-in port (310) opposite to the second connector (210) along the second direction is provided on the mounting baffle (300), and an installation space is formed between the adapter (200) and the mounting baffle (300); Function expansion module (400), the function expansion module (400) is detachably disposed in the installation space via the plug-in port (310) along the second direction and is connected to the second connector (210).

2. The server according to claim 1, wherein The first connector (110) has a first connection port (111) that opens along the first direction and faces the adapter (200), The adapter (200) includes an adapter body (220) and a first connection portion (230) on the side facing the disk array card (100) along the first direction, and the first connection portion (230) is detachably connected to the first connection port (111).

3. The server according to claim 2, characterized in that The second connector (210) is disposed on the side edge of the adapter body (220) along the second direction close to the mounting baffle (300), the second connector (210) has a second connection port that opens along the second direction and faces the mounting baffle (300), and the second connection port is detachably connected to the function expansion module (400).

4. The server according to claim 1, wherein Further comprising: Fixed bracket (500), the fixed bracket (500) is respectively connected to the mounting baffle (300) and the adapter (200), The fixed bracket (500) defines a chute (510) opposite to the plug-in port (310), and the function expansion module (400) includes a slider (410), and the slider (410) is slidably disposed in the chute (510).

5. The server according to claim 4, wherein The fixed bracket (500) includes a first bracket area (520) and a second bracket area (530) arranged in sequence along the second direction, The adapter (200) is fixedly connected to the first bracket area (520), and the second bracket area (530) defines the chute (510).

6. The server according to claim 5, wherein The first bracket area (520) and the adapter (200) are arranged in a stacked manner, and the adapter (200) and the first bracket area (520) are connected by a first fastener (600); A connecting frame (540) is provided on the side of the second bracket area (530). The connecting frame (540) includes a first side plate (541) and a second side plate (542). The first side plate (541) is connected to the disk array card (100) by a second fastener, and the second side plate (542) is connected to the mounting baffle (300) by a third fastener.

7. The server according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The function expansion module (400) includes: A movable housing (420) that defines an installation cavity (421), and one end of the installation cavity (421) in the second direction is open; A function expansion device (430) is disposed in the installation cavity (421). A connection terminal (431) is provided at one end of the function expansion device (430) facing the opening, and the connection terminal (431) is connected to the second connector (210).

8. The server according to claim 7, wherein The function expansion device (430) includes: An outer protection plate (432), including a bottom protection plate (4321), a top protection plate (4323), and a spring connecting member (4325). One side of the bottom protection plate (4321) in the third direction is open. A plurality of first clamping arms (4322) are provided along the peripheral edge of the opening of the bottom protection plate (4321). The top protection plate (4323) covers the opening and jointly defines a hollow inner cavity with the bottom protection plate (4321). A plurality of second clamping arms (4324) are provided on the top protection plate (4323). The spring connecting member (4325) is respectively clamped on the first clamping arms (4322) and the second clamping arms (4324); A device main body (433) is disposed in the inner cavity of the outer protection plate (432); A heat dissipation member (434) is disposed in the inner cavity of the outer protection plate (432) and is in thermal contact with the device main body (433).

9. The server according to claim 7, wherein The function expansion module (400) further includes: a positioning structure (4211) is provided in the installation cavity (421); The function expansion device (430) includes a first type of function expansion device and a second type of function expansion device. The first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device have different dimensions in the second direction. The first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device are respectively provided with positioning and matching structures (435). The first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device can be replaced with each other, and the positioning and matching structures (435) of the first type of function expansion device and the second type of function expansion device are both adapted to be positioned and matched with the positioning structure (4211).

10. The server according to claim 7, characterized in that, The movable housing (420) includes: A housing main body (422). The opening is located at one end of the housing main body (422) in the second direction. The end of the housing main body (422) opposite to the opening has a mounting portion (4221); A push-pull device (423) is provided at the installation part (4221). The push-pull device (423) is used to push the function expansion module (400) to be inserted into the installation space via the plug-in port (310) or to be pulled out from the installation space.

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