Handle plate with digital display function

Abstract

A handle plate with a digital display function comprises a handle plate upper cover and a handle plate body fixed in the handle plate upper cover. The handle plate upper cover comprises a window; the handle plate main body comprises a circuit board; the handle plate body further comprises an interface connector arranged on the circuit board, a nixie tube and a control drive unit which is in communication connection with the interface connector and used for controlling the nixie tube to display data, and the installation position of the nixie tube is matched with the window. According to the utility model, which part has a fault can be visually displayed, so that the fault diagnosis and elimination efficiency of the equipment is remarkably improved, the user experience is improved, and great convenience is provided for maintenance personnel.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of electronic equipment, in particular to a handle plate with a digital display function. Background Art

[0002] The development of technologies such as big data, cloud storage, and cloud computing are cornerstones of modern information technology, making data storage, processing, and access more efficient and convenient. With the rapid development of these technologies, the demand for hardware devices that store and process large amounts of data is also increasing. A storage array is a device that combines multiple hard drives into a single logical unit to increase data storage capacity and redundancy. Servers are high-performance computers that provide computing resources and data access. These devices play a core role in data centers and cloud computing environments.

[0003] To facilitate operator monitoring of the operating status of these critical devices, they are often equipped with a handle panel. A handle panel is a panel with display and control elements, mounted on the front or top of the device. Traditional handle panel designs primarily use indicator lights to display the device's operating status. These indicators typically use different colors to represent different states, such as green for normal operation and red for abnormalities or faults.

[0004] While indicators can provide basic status information, they have a significant limitation: they can't pinpoint the exact location of a fault. For example, if a server has multiple fans, power supplies, or hard drives, and a system failure occurs, operators won't be able to determine which specific component is at fault simply by looking at the color change of the indicator. This makes it difficult to quickly and accurately identify the faulty component during maintenance and troubleshooting, increasing troubleshooting time, extending system downtime, and reducing equipment reliability and maintenance efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the above-mentioned defects of the prior art, the utility model provides a handle panel with a digital display function, which can intuitively display which specific component has failed, thereby significantly improving the fault diagnosis and troubleshooting efficiency of the equipment, not only improving the user experience, but also providing great convenience for maintenance personnel.

[0006] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the technical solution adopted by the present utility model is:

[0007] A handle panel with a digital display function comprises a handle panel upper cover and a handle panel main body fixed inside the handle panel upper cover; the handle panel upper cover comprises a window; the handle panel main body comprises a circuit board; the handle panel main body further comprises an interface connector, a digital tube and a control drive unit communicatively connected to the interface connector and used to control the digital tube to display data, the installation position of the digital tube being coordinated with the window.

[0008] Preferably, the control drive unit includes a digital tube driver and a microcontroller that are communicatively connected.

[0009] The digital tube driver is used to drive the digital tube to display numbers. By placing a dedicated digital tube driver between the circuit board and the digital tube, the digital tube display can be more effectively controlled, improving the stability and reliability of the display. More complex display modes, such as dynamic display and brightness adjustment, can be achieved. At the same time, it can control and indicate different faults in more different devices. The interface connector transmits device status information to the microcontroller (hereinafter referred to as the "MCU"). The device's mainboard baseboard management controller (hereinafter referred to as the "BMC") transmits the device status to the MCU via a communication cable. The MCU controls and drives the digital tube driver to control the digital tube display, realizing the digital display function of the handlebar. There is a backlight panel at the bottom of the digital tube. The main function of the backlight panel is to provide uniform background light, so that the numbers or characters on the digital tube are clearly visible under different lighting conditions.

[0010] Preferably, the handle plate body further includes a base connected to the circuit board, and the base is used to be connected and fixed to the device.

[0011] By adding a base connected to the circuit board, the handle plate can be securely mounted on the device. The base not only provides mechanical support, but also helps to enclose the handle plate body, protecting the internal components from damage, while also facilitating the installation and maintenance of the entire handle plate.

[0012] Preferably, a receiving cavity is formed between the base and the circuit board; and the interface connector is disposed in the receiving cavity.

[0013] By providing a receiving cavity on the base and arranging the interface connector therein, the interface connector can be protected from physical damage and environmental influences, while saving space inside the handle plate body to facilitate the integration of more functional accessories.

[0014] Preferably, the base is provided with a wire passage; the position of the wire passage matches the interface connector.

[0015] A cable port is provided on the base for communication cables to pass through and connect to the interface connector. This port ensures stable connection to external devices, reduces potential disconnection caused by shaking, and helps improve the durability and reliability of the interface. It also makes cable management more organized, reducing maintenance difficulties and potential failure risks caused by disorganized cables.

[0016] Preferably, the handle plate body further includes a control button; the handle plate upper cover is provided with a button hole adapted to the control button, and the control button extends from the button hole.

[0017] Adding control buttons to the main body of the handle allows users to interact directly with the handle. The setting of control buttons improves the user experience and makes operation more intuitive and convenient.

[0018] Preferably, the handle plate body includes an indicator light provided on the circuit board, which is used to cooperate with the digital tube to indicate a fault.

[0019] Adding indicator lights to the circuit board and using them in conjunction with digital tubes can provide more combination situations, can intuitively indicate more fault situations, and can represent more fault types in different system states, helping users identify and respond to problems more quickly.

[0020] Preferably, the length of the handle panel upper cover is greater than the length of the handle panel main body.

[0021] The length of the handle panel upper cover is greater than the length of the handle panel main body, which improves the overall aesthetics of the product. The longer upper cover can provide additional protection for internal components and also facilitates the repair and replacement of the handle panel main body.

[0022] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are embodied in:

[0023] 1. This utility model can accurately point out the fault location in electronic equipment through the digital tube display, providing more detailed information than traditional indicator light display methods, allowing maintenance personnel to quickly locate and solve the problem, thereby significantly improving the efficiency of troubleshooting, reducing the risk of further damage to the equipment due to undetected or misdiagnosed faults, and thus improving the reliability and stability of the equipment.

[0024] 2. Through the digital tube display, the MCU communicates with the device mainboard via an interface connector, receiving real-time device status information and updating the digital tube display. This means any changes in device status are immediately reflected on the handlebar, improving the real-time nature of status monitoring.

[0025] 3. The digital display on the handlebar provides an intuitive user interaction method, making it easier for users to understand the status of the device. This interaction method is more user-friendly than a simple indicator light because it can display text, numbers, or symbols to provide users with more contextual information.

[0026] 4. The digital tube can display a variety of information, including but not limited to fault codes, operating parameters, system warnings, etc., providing equipment manufacturers with the possibility of customized display to meet the needs of different customers. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] Figure 1 is a front structural schematic diagram of Example 1;

[0028] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the back structure of Example 1;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a front structural diagram of the handle panel body of Example 1;

[0030] Figure 4 It is a side structural diagram of the handle plate main body of Example 1.

[0031] in:

[0032] 1. Handle panel upper cover; 2. Handle panel main body;

[0033] 11. Window; 21. Circuit board; 22. Interface connector; 24. Digital tube; 25. Base; 26. Control buttons; 27. Accommodation cavity; 28. Indicator light; 29. ​​Reset button;

[0034] 251. Line access. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0035] In order to make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of the utility model easier to understand, the utility model is further explained with reference to specific figures. However, the utility model is not limited to the following implementation cases.

[0036] It should be noted that the structures, proportions, sizes, etc. illustrated in the drawings in this specification are only used to match the contents disclosed in the specification so that people familiar with this technology can understand and read them. They are not used to limit the conditions under which the present invention can be implemented. Therefore, they have no substantive technical significance. Any structural modifications, changes in proportional relationships, or adjustments in size should still fall within the scope of the technical contents disclosed in this utility model without affecting the efficacy and purpose that can be achieved by the present utility model.

[0037] Example 1:

[0038] like Figure 1 、 Figure 2 and Figure 3 The handle panel shown has a digital display function and includes a handle panel upper cover 1 and a handle panel body 2 fixed to the interior of the handle panel upper cover 1; the handle panel upper cover 1 includes a window 11; the handle panel body 2 includes a circuit board 21; the handle panel body 2 further includes an interface connector 22 provided on the circuit board 21, a digital tube 24, and a control drive unit that is communicatively connected to the interface connector 22 and is used to control the digital tube 24 to display data. The installation position of the digital tube 24 matches the window 11. In this embodiment, the handle panel upper cover 1 and the handle panel body 2 are connected by bolts. In this embodiment, a digital display light guide plate fixed with glue is provided on the window 11 for observing the display of the digital tube 24. The digital tube 24 is soldered to the circuit board 21. A backlight panel is provided at the bottom of the digital tube 24, and the backlight panel is fixed to the circuit board 21 with double-sided tape.

[0039] The interface connector 22, control and drive unit, and digital display 24 are integrated into the handlebar body 2. A cable plugs into the interface connector 22 to connect to the mainboard device, and the digital display 24 displays the device status. The interface connector 22 communicates with the device mainboard via the cable and transmits device status information to the control and drive unit. The device's baseboard management (BMC) transmits the device status to the control and drive unit via the communication cable, which then controls the display on the digital display 24, enabling the handlebar's digital display function.

[0040] Specifically, in this embodiment, the control and drive unit includes a communicatively connected digital tube driver and microprocessor (MCU). The digital tube driver is an integrated circuit chip specifically designed to control the digital tube display. It receives instructions from the MCU or other digital signal processor and converts them into visual displays on the digital tubes. The interface connector 22 transmits device status information to the MCU. The device's baseboard management (BMC) transmits this information to the MCU via a communication cable based on the device status. The MCU then controls the digital tube driver, which in turn controls the digital tube 24 display, thus implementing the digital display function of the handlebar.

[0041] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, the handle plate body 2 further includes a base 25 connected to the circuit board 21. The base 25 is used to be connected and fixed to the device. The base 25 and the circuit board 21 are fixedly connected by fastening bolts.

[0042] The handle plate can be securely mounted on the device by adding a base 25 connected to the circuit board 21. The base 25 not only provides mechanical support, but also helps to enclose the handle plate body 2, protecting the internal components from damage, and also facilitates the installation and maintenance of the entire handle plate.

[0043] The handle panel body 2 also includes a control button 26; the handle panel upper cover 1 is provided with a button hole adapted for the control button 26, through which the control button 26 extends. The addition of the control button 26 to the handle panel body 2 allows the user to directly interact with the handle panel, such as switching display modes and confirming fault codes. The provision of the control button 26 enhances the user experience, making operation more intuitive and convenient. There are multiple control buttons 26, one of which is a UID button that indicates a fault to the server. The handle panel body 2 also includes a reset button 29.

[0044] like Figure 4 As shown, a receiving cavity 27 is formed between the base 25 and the circuit board 21; the interface connector 22 is disposed within the receiving cavity 27. Placing the interface connector 22 within the receiving cavity 27 protects the interface connector from physical damage and environmental influences. This also saves space within the handlebar body 1, allowing for the integration of more functional accessories.

[0045] The base 25 is provided with a cable opening 251 for passing a communication cable through the opening 251 and communicating with the interface connector 22. The opening 251 is positioned to align with the interface connector 22, and its shape is adapted to the interface connector 22. The opening 251 is provided on the base 25 for passing a communication cable through and communicating with the interface connector 22. The shape of the opening 251 is adapted to the interface connector 22 to ensure a stable connection with external devices, reduce detachment caused by shaking, and help improve the durability and reliability of the interface. It also facilitates more orderly cable management, reducing maintenance difficulties and potential failure risks caused by disorganized cables.

[0046] The handlebar body 2 also includes an indicator light 28 on the circuit board 21, which is used to indicate faults in conjunction with the digital tube 24. The addition of the indicator light 28 on the circuit board 21, in conjunction with the digital tube 24, provides more combinations of situations, can intuitively indicate more fault conditions, and can represent more fault types in different system states, helping users to more quickly identify and respond to problems.

[0047] The handle panel upper cover 1 is longer than the handle panel body 2. This makes the handle panel upper cover 1 longer than the handle panel body 2, improving the overall aesthetics of the product. The longer upper cover can provide additional protection for the internal components and also facilitates the repair and replacement of the handle panel body 2.

[0048] In summary, the present invention provides a handlebar with a digital display function. Through the digital tube display, it can accurately point out the fault location in the electronic device, such as which specific fan, power supply, or hard drive has a problem. This provides more detailed information than traditional indicator light displays, allowing maintenance personnel to quickly locate and resolve the problem. Because it can display specific fault information, maintenance personnel can quickly identify the problem without complex diagnostic steps, significantly improving troubleshooting efficiency. By accurately displaying fault information, the risk of further damage to the equipment due to undetected or misdiagnosed faults can be reduced, thereby improving the reliability and stability of the equipment.

Claims

1. A handle plate with digital display function, characterized in that: The invention comprises a handle plate upper cover (1) and a handle plate body (2) fixed inside the handle plate upper cover (1); the handle plate upper cover (1) comprises a window (11); the handle plate body (2) comprises a circuit board (21); the handle plate body (2) further comprises an interface connector (22) provided on the circuit board (21), a digital tube (24) and a control drive unit communicatively connected to the interface connector (22) and used for controlling the digital tube (24) to display data, wherein the installation position of the digital tube (24) matches the window (11).

2. The handle plate with digital display function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control driving unit includes a digital tube driver and a microcontroller which are communicatively connected.

3. The handle plate with digital display function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The handle plate body (2) further comprises a base (25) connected to the circuit board (21), and the base (25) is used for being connected and fixed to a device.

4. The handle plate with digital display function according to claim 3, characterized in that: An accommodating cavity (27) is formed between the base (25) and the circuit board (21); the interface connector (22) is arranged in the accommodating cavity (27).

5. The handle plate with digital display function according to claim 4, characterized in that: The base (25) is provided with a wire opening (251); the position of the wire opening (251) matches the interface connector (22).

6. The handle plate with digital display function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The handle plate main body (2) further comprises a control button (26); the handle plate upper cover (1) is provided with a button hole adapted to the control button (26), and the control button (26) extends from the button hole.

7. The handle plate with digital display function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The handle plate body (2) comprises an indicator light (28) provided on the circuit board (21), which is used to cooperate with the digital tube (24) to indicate a fault.

8. The handle plate with digital display function according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The length of the handle plate upper cover (1) is greater than the length of the handle plate main body (2).

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