Ethernet interface module, circuit board and electronic equipment

Abstract

The utility model discloses an Ethernet interface module, a circuit board and electronic equipment. The Ethernet interface module comprises a substrate, a network interface connector, a network transformer, a chip and a shielding cover. First concave parts are arranged on the end face of the base plate at intervals. The network interface connector is mounted in the first recess. The network transformer is installed in the first concave part, and the network transformer is located on one side of the network interface connector. The chip is arranged on the bottom surface of the substrate; and the first convex part, the second convex part, the network interface connector and the network transformer are all positioned in the shielding case. The network interface, the network transformer and the chip are integrated on the substrate, equipment miniaturization is facilitated, and the first convex part and the second convex part can play a role in protecting the network interface connector and the network transformer. The shielding cover can shield external electromagnetic signals, reduce electromagnetic interference of the external electromagnetic signals on the network interface connector and the network transformer, and improve the anti-electromagnetic interference capability of the Ethernet interface module.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of network interface technology, and in particular to an Ethernet interface module, a circuit board, and an electronic device. Background Art

[0002] With the continuous advancement of electronic technology, miniaturization, modularization, and integration of communication and electronic equipment have become inevitable trends, creating an urgent need to integrate different components into a single package. However, in related art Ethernet communication interface modules, the network interface connector (e.g., RJ45), network transformer, and chip are all distributed as separate components on the motherboard (PCB), which requires a large amount of space and is not conducive to the miniaturization and integration of electronic equipment. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present application aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present application proposes an Ethernet interface module, a circuit board, and an electronic device that can integrate a network interface, a network transformer, and a chip into a substrate, thereby facilitating device miniaturization.

[0004] The Ethernet interface module according to the first embodiment of the present application includes:

[0005] a substrate, wherein a first convex portion and a second convex portion are provided on an end surface of the substrate at intervals, and a first concave portion is formed between the first convex portion and the second convex portion;

[0006] a network interface connector, the network interface connector being mounted in the first recess;

[0007] a network transformer, the network transformer being installed in the first recess and located on one side of the network interface connector;

[0008] a chip, wherein the chip is disposed on the bottom surface of the substrate;

[0009] A shielding cover is provided on the substrate, wherein the first protrusion, the second protrusion, the network interface connector, and the network transformer are all located inside the shielding cover, and the shielding cover is used to shield external electromagnetic signals.

[0010] The Ethernet interface module according to an embodiment of the present application has at least the following beneficial effects: The Ethernet interface module of the present application includes a substrate, a network interface connector, a network transformer, a chip, and a shielding cover. A first protrusion and a second protrusion are spaced apart on the end surface of the substrate, with a first recess formed between the first and second protrusions. The network interface connector is mounted in the first recess. The network transformer is mounted in the first recess, located on one side of the network interface connector. The chip is located on the bottom surface of the substrate, and the shielding cover is located on the substrate. The first protrusion, the second protrusion, the network interface connector, and the network transformer are all located within the shielding cover, which is used to shield external electromagnetic signals. By integrating the network interface, network transformer, and chip onto the substrate, the present application facilitates device miniaturization, and the first and second protrusions protect the network interface connector and network transformer. The shielding cover can shield external electromagnetic signals, reducing electromagnetic interference caused by external electromagnetic signals on the network interface connector and network transformer, thereby improving the Ethernet interface module's ability to resist electromagnetic interference.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the first aspect of the present application, a third convex portion and a fourth convex portion are arranged on the bottom surface of the substrate, and a second concave portion is formed between the third convex portion and the fourth convex portion; the chip is arranged in the second concave portion.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the first aspect of the present application, a capacitor and a resistor are further included, and the capacitor and the resistor are both arranged on the bottom surface of the substrate, and the capacitor and the resistor are both located in the second recess.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the first aspect of the present application, the substrate is a ceramic substrate.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the first aspect of the present application, the shielding cover is provided with a first opening, the first opening is opposite to the first recess, and the network interface connector is located on a side of the first recess close to the first opening.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the first aspect of the present application, a second opening is provided at the bottom of the shielding cover, and an abutment is provided at the bottom of the shielding cover. The abutment is provided at the edge of the second opening, and the abutment abuts against the second recess.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the first aspect of the present application, a spring is provided on the side of the shielding cover, and one end of the spring is provided at the first opening, and the other end of the spring is passed through the first opening.

[0017] According to some embodiments of the first aspect of the present application, an inner side wall of the slot of the network interface connector is provided with a groove matching the elastic sheet.

[0018] A second embodiment of the present application provides a circuit board, comprising the Ethernet interface module as described in any one of the first embodiment of the present application.

[0019] A third embodiment of the present application provides an electronic device, comprising the circuit board as described in the second embodiment of the present application.

[0020] Additional aspects and advantages of the present application will be given in part in the description below, and in part will become obvious from the description below, or will be learned through practice of the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] The present application is further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, wherein:

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the Ethernet interface module according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the Ethernet interface module from another angle according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0024] Figure 3 This is an exploded schematic diagram of the Ethernet interface module according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of a network interface connector according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0026] Reference numerals:

[0027] The substrate 100; the first convex part 110; the second convex part 120; the third convex part 130; the fourth convex part 140; the first recessed part 150; the second recessed part 160;

[0028] Network interface connector 200; groove 210;

[0029] Network transformer 300;

[0030] Chip 400;

[0031] Shielding cover 500 ; first opening 510 ; spring 520 ; abutting member 530 . DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] The following describes in detail embodiments of the present application. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present application and are not to be construed as limiting the present application.

[0033] In the description of this application, it should be understood that descriptions involving orientations, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships 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, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they cannot be understood as limitations on this application.

[0034] In the description of this application, "several" means more than one, "plurality" means more than two, "greater than," "less than," and "exceed" are understood to exclude the number itself, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the number itself. The use of "first" and "second" in the description is solely for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, implicitly specifying the number of the indicated technical features, or implicitly specifying the order of the indicated technical features.

[0035] In the description of this application, unless otherwise clearly defined, terms such as setting, installing, and connecting should be understood in a broad sense, and technicians in the relevant technical field can reasonably determine the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on the specific content of the technical solution.

[0036] In the description of this application, reference to the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiments," "examples," "specific examples," or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described can be combined in any appropriate manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0037] Reference Figures 1 to 3 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the Ethernet interface module of an embodiment of the present application. Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the Ethernet interface module from another angle according to an embodiment of the present application. Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of an Ethernet interface module according to an embodiment of the present application. The first embodiment of the present application provides an Ethernet interface module, comprising a substrate 100, a network interface connector 200, a network transformer 300, a chip 400, and a shielding cover 500. The end surface of the substrate 100 is provided with a first protrusion 110 and a second protrusion 120 at intervals, and a first recess 150 is formed between the first protrusion 110 and the second protrusion 120. The network interface connector 200 is mounted in the first recess 150. The network transformer 300 is mounted in the first recess 150, and the network transformer 300 is located on one side of the network interface connector 200. The chip 400 is provided on the bottom surface of the substrate 100, and the first protrusion 110, the second protrusion 120, the network interface connector 200, and the network transformer 300 are all located in the shielding cover 500, which is used to shield external electromagnetic signals.

[0038] The Ethernet interface module of the present embodiment integrates the network interface, network transformer 300, and chip 400 onto substrate 100, facilitating device miniaturization. Furthermore, the first and second protrusions 110, 120 protect the network interface connector 200 and the network transformer 300. The shielding cover 500 shields external electromagnetic signals, reducing electromagnetic interference from external electromagnetic signals on the network interface connector 200 and the network transformer 300, thereby improving the Ethernet interface module's ability to resist electromagnetic interference.

[0039] It is worth noting that the network interface connector 200 is a physical interface device used to connect a computer to a network, or between network devices. It plays a crucial role in network communications, enabling the conversion and transmission of digital data and analog signals. In one embodiment, the network interface connector 200 utilizes an RJ45 connector, a standardized eight-core cable plug commonly used to connect computers, switches, routers, and other network devices to implement Ethernet communications.

[0040] In one embodiment, the first and second protrusions 110, 120 are ceramic, and are covered with a copper metal layer. This allows the first and second protrusions 110, 120 to shield electromagnetic signals, thereby reducing interference from external electromagnetic signals to the network interface connector 200 and network transformer 300 located within the first recess 150. The multiple shielding effects of the first and second protrusions 110, 120, and shielding cover 500 provide the Ethernet interface module of this embodiment with a high degree of resistance to electromagnetic interference.

[0041] In one embodiment, the shielding cover 500 is made of metal, such as copper or stainless steel, so that the shielding cover 500 can shield external electromagnetic signals.

[0042] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 3 The bottom surface of the substrate 100 is provided with a third protrusion 130 and a fourth protrusion 140, with a second recess 160 formed between the third protrusion 130 and the fourth protrusion 140. The chip 400 is disposed in the second recess 160. Since the chip 400 is disposed in the second recess 160, when the bottom surface of the substrate 100 is mounted on a circuit board or a printed circuit board, the chip 400 is not squeezed, and the second recess 160 facilitates heat dissipation of the chip 400.

[0043] In one embodiment, a capacitor and a resistor are further included. Both the capacitor and the resistor are disposed on the bottom surface of the substrate 100 , and both are located in the second recess 160 .

[0044] In one embodiment, the substrate 100 is a ceramic substrate 100 , which is beneficial for heat dissipation of the chip 400 .

[0045] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 3 The shielding cover 500 defines a first opening 510 , which is opposite to the first recess 150 . The network interface connector 200 is located on a side of the first recess 150 close to the first opening 510 .

[0046] It should be noted that the network interface connector 200 needs to be connected to an external device. In the present application, the shielding cover 500 is provided with a first opening 510, which is opposite to the first recess 150. The network interface connector 200 is located on the side of the first recess 150 close to the first opening 510. In this way, the plug of the external device can pass through the first opening 510 and be inserted into the slot of the network interface connector 200, so as to facilitate electrical connection between the network interface connector 200 and the external device.

[0047] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The bottom of the shielding cover 500 is provided with a second opening. The bottom of the shielding cover 500 is provided with an abutting member 530 . The abutting member 530 is provided at the edge of the second opening, and the abutting member 530 abuts against the second recess 160 .

[0048] Specifically, two opposing sides of the shielding cover 500 are provided with abutment members 530, which are perpendicular to the sides of the shielding cover 500. The abutment members 530 abut against the second recess 160, thereby securing the shielding cover 500 relative to the substrate 100. It is worth noting that the shape of the shielding cover 500 matches that of the substrate 100, and the abutment members 530 are provided at the edge of the second opening at the bottom of the shielding cover 500. The shielding cover 500 covers the end faces and side faces of the substrate 100, but does not cover the bottom face of the substrate 100.

[0049] Specifically, the number of the abutting members 530 is four, wherein two abutting members 530 are disposed on one side surface of the shielding cover 500 , and the other two abutting members 530 are disposed on the other opposite side surface of the shielding cover 500 .

[0050] In one embodiment, a spring piece 520 is disposed on a side surface of the shielding cover 500 , and one end of the spring piece 520 is disposed in the first opening 510 , while the other end of the spring piece 520 passes through the first opening 510 .

[0051] It should be noted that the number of spring clips 520 is two, and the two spring clips 520 are respectively arranged on opposite sides of the first opening 510. When the plug of the external device is inserted into the slot of the network interface connector 200 from the first opening 510, the plug of the external device squeezes the spring clip 520. Since the force is mutual, the spring clip 520 generates pressure on the plug of the external device. Therefore, the two spring clips 520 can clamp the plug and stabilize the connection between the plug and the slot.

[0052] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 4 , Figure 4 2 is a schematic structural diagram of the network interface connector 200. The inner side wall of the slot of the network interface connector 200 is provided with a groove 210 that matches the spring 520.

[0053] Specifically, grooves 210 matching the spring piece 520 are respectively provided on opposite sides of the slot of the network connector. When the plug of the external device is inserted into the slot of the network interface connector 200 from the first opening 510, the plug of the external device squeezes the spring piece 520. Under the squeezing action of the plug, the spring piece 520 is squeezed into the groove 210 corresponding to the slot of the network interface connector 200, so that the spring piece 520 can clamp the plug of the external device without hindering the connection between the external plug and the slot.

[0054] The embodiments of the present application have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present application is not limited to the above embodiments. Various modifications can be made within the scope of knowledge possessed by ordinary technicians in the relevant technical field without departing from the purpose of the present application. In addition, the embodiments of the present application and the features of the embodiments can be combined with each other unless there is a conflict.

Claims

1. An Ethernet interface module, characterized in that: include: a substrate, wherein a first convex portion and a second convex portion are provided on an end surface of the substrate at intervals, and a first concave portion is formed between the first convex portion and the second convex portion; a network interface connector, the network interface connector being mounted in the first recess; a network transformer, the network transformer being installed in the first recess and located on one side of the network interface connector; a chip, wherein the chip is disposed on the bottom surface of the substrate; A shielding cover is provided on the substrate, wherein the first protrusion, the second protrusion, the network interface connector, and the network transformer are all located inside the shielding cover, and the shielding cover is used to shield external electromagnetic signals.

2. The Ethernet interface module according to claim 1, wherein: A third convex portion and a fourth convex portion are arranged on the bottom surface of the substrate at intervals, and a second concave portion is formed between the third convex portion and the fourth convex portion; the chip is arranged in the second concave portion.

3. The Ethernet interface module according to claim 2, wherein: The device further comprises a capacitor and a resistor, wherein the capacitor and the resistor are both arranged on the bottom surface of the substrate, and the capacitor and the resistor are both located in the second recess.

4. The Ethernet interface module according to claim 1, wherein: The substrate is a ceramic substrate.

5. The Ethernet interface module according to claim 1, wherein: The shielding cover is provided with a first opening, the first opening is opposite to the first recess, and the network interface connector is located at a side of the first recess close to the first opening.

6. The Ethernet interface module according to claim 2, wherein: A second opening is provided at the bottom of the shielding cover. A contact piece is provided at the bottom of the shielding cover. The contact piece is provided at the edge of the second opening and contacts the second recess.

7. The Ethernet interface module according to claim 5, wherein: A spring piece is provided on the side of the shielding cover, one end of the spring piece is provided at the first opening, and the other end of the spring piece is passed through the first opening.

8. The Ethernet interface module according to claim 7, wherein: The inner side wall of the slot of the network interface connector is provided with a groove matching the elastic sheet.

9. A circuit board, characterized in that: Comprising the Ethernet interface module according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

10. An electronic device, characterized in that: Comprising the circuit board as claimed in claim 9.

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