PCI-E slot protection cover

Abstract

The utility model provides a PCI-E (Peripheral Component Interconnect-Express) slot protection cover, which is suitable for being mounted on a circuit board by a plurality of fixing pieces penetrating through the circuit board, covers a PCI-E slot of the circuit board and comprises a top wall and two long side walls. The top wall includes a through slot to expose the PCI-E slot. The two long side walls extend from the two opposite sides of the top wall in a bent mode. The two long side walls comprise a plurality of fixing holes, and the fixing pieces are suitable for penetrating through the circuit board to be fixed in the fixing holes. According to the PCI-E slot protection cover, the protectiveness of the PCI-E slot can be improved, and the probability that the PCI-E slot is damaged is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a protective cover, and more particularly to a PCI-E slot protective cover. Background Technology

[0002] With the advancement of technology, the heatsinks on expansion cards (such as graphics cards) are getting larger and larger. When the expansion card is inserted into the circuit board, the weight of the heatsink will cause the expansion card to tilt towards the heatsink. The overall weight will press on the slot where it is inserted, which may damage or crack the slot. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention provides a PCI-E slot protective cover, which can improve the protection of the PCI-E slot and reduce the probability of damage to the PCI-E slot.

[0004] This invention discloses a PCI-E slot protector, adapted to be mounted to a circuit board by a plurality of fasteners passing through the circuit board, and covering the PCI-E slot on the circuit board, comprising a top wall and two long side walls. The top wall includes a through-slot to expose the PCI-E slot. The two long side walls extend bently from opposite sides of the top wall. The two long side walls include a plurality of mounting holes, the fasteners being adapted to pass through the circuit board and be secured in the mounting holes.

[0005] In one embodiment of this case, at least one of the two long sidewalls includes a single elongated opening extending along the extension direction of the slot.

[0006] In one embodiment of this case, at least one of the two long sidewalls mentioned above includes a plurality of openings arranged along the extension direction of the groove.

[0007] In one embodiment of this case, at least one of the two long sidewalls mentioned above includes a perforated pattern.

[0008] In one embodiment of this case, the two long sidewalls have the same opening or hollowed-out pattern, or the two long sidewalls have different openings or hollowed-out patterns.

[0009] In one embodiment of this invention, two short sidewalls are also included, which extend from the other opposite sides of the top wall and are connected to the two long sidewalls, with fixing holes located on the two long sidewalls near the two short sidewalls.

[0010] In one embodiment of this case, at least one of the two short sidewalls includes a hole that extends to the top wall and is convex in shape.

[0011] In one embodiment of this case, at least one of the two short sidewalls includes a recessed hole from away from the top wall, thus giving the short sidewall an arch shape.

[0012] In one embodiment of this case, the two short sidewalls have the same holes, or the two short sidewalls have different holes.

[0013] In one embodiment of this case, each of the aforementioned fasteners is a screw, and each of the aforementioned fixing holes is a screw hole.

[0014] Based on the above, the PCI-E slot protector of this invention is used to cover the PCI-E slot on the circuit board to provide protection and support for the PCI-E slot. A slot in the top wall of the PCI-E slot protector exposes the PCI-E slot. Two long sidewalls of the PCI-E slot protector extend from opposite sides of the top wall in a bent manner. The two long sidewalls include multiple mounting holes for multiple fasteners to pass through the circuit board and secure the PCI-E slot protector to the circuit board stably.

[0015] To make the above-mentioned features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, specific embodiments are described below, and detailed descriptions are provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a PCI-E slot protective cover fixed on a circuit board and an expansion card inserted into a PCI-E slot according to an embodiment of this case;

[0017] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 An exploded view of the PCI-E slot protective cover, circuit board, and fasteners;

[0018] Figure 3A and Figure 3B yes Figure 1 Schematic diagrams of the PCI-E slot protective cover from different angles;

[0019] Figures 4 to 7B These are schematic diagrams of various PCI-E slot protective covers according to other embodiments of this case.

[0020] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0021] D: Direction of extension;

[0022] S: Interior space;

[0023] 10: Circuit board;

[0024] 12: PCI-E slot;

[0025] 14: Perforation;

[0026] 20: Fasteners;

[0027] 30: Expansion Card;

[0028] 100, 100a~100d: PCI-E slot protective cover;

[0029] 110: Top wall;

[0030] 112: Through groove;

[0031] 120: Long sidewall;

[0032] 122: Fixing hole;

[0033] 124: Long, narrow opening;

[0034] 126: Opening;

[0035] 128: Hollowed-out totem;

[0036] 130: Short sidewall;

[0037] 132, 132a: Hole. Detailed Implementation

[0038] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a PCI-E slot protective cover fixed on a circuit board and an expansion card inserted into a PCI-E slot according to an embodiment of this case. Figure 2 yes Figure 1 An exploded view of the PCI-E slot protective cover, circuit board, and fasteners. Figure 3A and Figure 3B yes Figure 1 Schematic diagrams of the PCI-E slot protective cover from different angles.

[0039] Please see Figures 1 to 3B In this embodiment, the PCI-E slot protective cover 100 is adapted to be installed on a plurality of fasteners 20 on the circuit board 10. Figure 2 ) is installed onto circuit board 10 and covers PCI-E slot 12 of circuit board 10. Figure 2 On top, to provide protection and support for PCI-E slot 12.

[0040] like Figure 3A and Figure 3B As shown, the PCI-E slot protective cover 100 includes a top wall 110, two long side walls 120, and two short side walls 130. The top wall 110 includes a through slot 112 to expose the PCI-E slot 12 for expansion card 30 ( Figure 1 The expansion card 30 may be a display card, but the type of expansion card 30 is not limited thereto.

[0041] Two long sidewalls 120 extend from opposite sides of the top wall 110 in a bent manner. Two short sidewalls 130 extend from the other opposite sides of the top wall 110 in a bent manner and connect to the two long sidewalls 120.

[0042] In other words, the two long sidewalls 120 and the two short sidewalls 130 are bent and connected to the four sides of the top wall 110, and together with the top wall 110, they surround the internal space S. Figure 3B The internal space S is used to accommodate the PCI-E slot 12. In addition, the combination of the top wall 110, the two long side walls 120 and the two short side walls 130 also provides the PCI-E slot protection cover 100 with better overall structural strength.

[0043] like Figure 2 and Figure 3B As shown, the two long sidewalls 120 include a plurality of mounting holes 122 near the two short sidewalls 130. These fasteners 20 are adapted to pass through the through holes 14 of the circuit board 10 and be fixed in these mounting holes 122 to stably fix the PCI-E slot protector 100 to the circuit board 10.

[0044] In this embodiment, each of the fasteners 20 is a screw, and each of the fixing holes 122 is a screw hole, but the types of fasteners 20 and fixing holes 122 are not limited thereto. In other embodiments, the fasteners 20 may also be rivets, and the fixing holes 122 may also be rivet holes. Alternatively, the fasteners 20 may also be hooks, and the fixing holes 122 may also be snap holes.

[0045] At least one of the two long sidewalls 120 includes a single elongated opening 124 extending along the extension direction D of the through slot 112. In this embodiment, each of the two long sidewalls 120 includes an elongated opening 124, but this is not a limitation. The elongated opening 124 can help improve heat dissipation, provide different visual effects, and save materials.

[0046] Of course, in other embodiments, the long sidewall 120 may not have the elongated opening 124, or it may have other forms of opening. In this embodiment, the two long sidewalls 120 have elongated openings 124 of the same shape. However, in other embodiments, the two long sidewalls 120 may have openings of different shapes. Alternatively, one long sidewall 120 may have an elongated opening 124, while the other long sidewall 120 may not have an elongated opening 124 or an opening. Or, neither of the two long sidewalls 120 may have an elongated opening 124 or an opening.

[0047] Furthermore, at least one of the two short sidewalls 130 includes a hole 132. In this embodiment, each of the two short sidewalls 130 includes a hole 132. Furthermore, by Figure 3A As can be seen, the hole 132 of the short sidewall 130 extends to the top wall 110 and is in the shape of a convex character, which is smaller at the top and larger at the bottom. In addition to providing versatility in appearance, this design also provides better structural strength at the connection between the short sidewall 130 and the top wall 110 because the hole 132 is smaller near the top wall 110.

[0048] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the hole 132 does not extend to the lower edge of the short sidewall 130. That is to say, the two long sidewalls 120 are still connected through the short sidewall 130 at the part far from the top. This design also helps to better connect the two long sidewalls 120 through the short sidewall 130 to maintain the integrity of the structure.

[0049] Of course, the shape of the hole 132 can also be circular or polygonal, and the shape of the hole 132 is not limited thereto. In other embodiments, the hole 132 may not extend to the top wall 110, but may be located inside the short side wall 130.

[0050] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the two short sidewalls 130 have holes 132 of the same shape. However, in other embodiments, the two short sidewalls 130 may have different holes 132. Alternatively, one short sidewall 130 may have a hole 132, while the other short sidewall 130 may not have a hole 132. Or, neither of the two short sidewalls 130 may have a hole 132.

[0051] Other embodiments of PCI-E slot protection covers are described below. Only the main differences will be explained. Components that are the same or similar to those in the previous embodiment will be indicated by the same or similar symbols and will not be described in detail.

[0052] Figures 4 to 7B This is a schematic diagram of various PCI-E slot protective covers according to other embodiments of this case. Please refer to [the relevant documentation / reference]. Figure 4 , Figure 4 PCI-E slot protective cover 100a and Figure 3A The main difference in the PCI-E slot cover 100 is that, in this embodiment, the holes 132a of the short sidewall 130 are recessed away from the top wall 110, making the short sidewall 130 arched. This design avoids components on the circuit board 10, the arched structure provides good strength, offers a unique appearance, and saves materials.

[0053] Please see Figure 5 , Figure 5 PCI-E slot protective cover 100b and Figure 3A The main difference between the PCI-E slot protective cover 100 and the previous one is that, in this embodiment, the PCI-E slot protective cover 100b only includes a top wall 110 and two long side walls 120, and does not have... Figure 3A The two short sidewalls are 130.

[0054] In this embodiment, the thickness of the long sidewall 120 is greater than the thickness of the top wall 110. Because the long sidewall 120 has a larger thickness, good structural strength can still be provided even if the short sidewall 130 is omitted.

[0055] When using it, simply cover the circuit board 10 with the U-shaped PCI-E slot protective cover 100b. Figure 2 PCI-E slot 12 on ) Figure 2 ), and with fastener 20 ( Figure 2 The PCI-E slot protective cover 100b is fixed to the circuit board 10, which can also provide good protection for the PCI-E slot 12.

[0056] Please see Figure 6 , Figure 6 PCI-E slot protective cover 100c and Figure 5 The main difference of the PCI-E slot protector 100b is that, in this embodiment, at least one of the two long sidewalls 120 includes a plurality of openings 126 arranged along the extending direction D of the slot 112. More specifically, each of the two long sidewalls 120 includes a plurality of openings 126. Figure 6 The number of openings 126 is taken as five as an example, but it is not a limitation.

[0057] The long sidewall 120 adopts a design with multiple openings 126, which can also help improve heat dissipation, provide different visual effects, save materials, and further enhance structural strength because these openings 126 of the long sidewall 120 are connected by solid materials.

[0058] In addition, in this embodiment, the number and position of the openings 126 on the two long sidewalls 120 correspond, but in other embodiments, the number and position of the openings 126 on the two long sidewalls 120 may not correspond, which can provide different visual effects.

[0059] Please see Figure 7A and Figure 7B , Figure 7A and Figure 7B PCI-E slot protective cover 100d and Figure 5 The main difference of the PCI-E slot cover 100b is that, in this embodiment, at least one of the two long sidewalls 120 includes a cutout pattern 128.

[0060] In this embodiment, the two long sidewalls 120 have different openings or perforated patterns 128. Specifically, one long sidewall 120 has a perforated pattern 128, which can be text, symbols, or totems, providing an aesthetic or advertising effect. The other long sidewall 120 has an elongated opening 124, which can help improve heat dissipation, provide different visual effects, and save materials. Of course, in other embodiments, the two long sidewalls 120 may have the same opening or perforated pattern 128. Alternatively, the two long sidewalls 120 may have different perforated patterns 128.

[0061] The PCI-E slot protective covers 100, 100a-100d in this case have the advantages of simple processing, material saving, and flexible shape. They can be stably fixed to the circuit board 10 through the cooperation of the fastener 20 and the fixing hole 122 to protect the PCI-E slot 12. If the expansion card 30 inserted into the PCI-E slot 12 is equipped with a large heatsink, and the expansion card 30 is pressed against the PCI-E slot 12, the PCI-E slot protective cover 100 covering the PCI-E slot 12 can effectively protect and support the PCI-E slot 12, reducing the probability of the PCI-E slot 12 cracking.

[0062] In summary, the PCI-E slot protector of this invention is used to cover the PCI-E slot on the circuit board to provide protection and support for the PCI-E slot. A slot in the top wall of the PCI-E slot protector exposes the PCI-E slot. Two long sidewalls of the PCI-E slot protector extend from opposite sides of the top wall in a bent manner. The two long sidewalls include multiple mounting holes for multiple fasteners to pass through the circuit board and secure the PCI-E slot protector to the circuit board stably.

[0063] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A PCI-E slot protective cover, suitable for being mounted to the circuit board by a plurality of fasteners passing through the circuit board, and covering the PCI-E slot of the circuit board, characterized in that, include: The top wall includes through slots to expose the PCI-E slot; as well as Two long sidewalls extend from opposite sides of the top wall in a bent manner, the two long sidewalls including a plurality of fixing holes, the plurality of fixing members being adapted to pass through the circuit board and be fixed in the plurality of fixing holes.

2. The PCI-E slot protective cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least one of the two long sidewalls includes a single elongated opening extending along the direction of extension of the slot.

3. The PCI-E slot protective cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least one of the two long sidewalls includes a plurality of openings arranged along the extension direction of the through groove.

4. The PCI-E slot protective cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least one of the two long sidewalls includes a hollowed-out totem.

5. The PCI-E slot protective cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two long sidewalls have the same opening or hollowed-out pattern, or the two long sidewalls have different openings or hollowed-out patterns.

6. The PCI-E slot protective cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes two short sidewalls that extend from the other opposite sides of the top wall in a bent manner and connect to the two long sidewalls, and the plurality of fixing holes are located on the two long sidewalls near the two short sidewalls.

7. The PCI-E slot protective cover according to claim 6, characterized in that, At least one of the two short sidewalls includes a hole that extends to the top wall and is convex in shape.

8. The PCI-E slot protective cover according to claim 6, characterized in that, At least one of the two short sidewalls includes a recessed hole from away from the top wall, thus giving the short sidewall an arch shape.

9. The PCI-E slot protective cover according to claim 6, characterized in that, The two short sidewalls have the same holes, or the two short sidewalls have different holes.

10. The PCI-E slot protective cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the plurality of fasteners is a screw, and each of the plurality of fixing holes is a screw hole.

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