Pressing plate component and server cabinet
By designing fixing hole groups and hole positions to adapt to different heights, the problem of poor versatility of pressure plates in server racks is solved, and the pressure plates are stably fixed on different rack columns and chassis, improving the safety of server operation and transportation.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202522301635.1
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-10-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-27
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-10-30
AI Technical Summary
In existing server racks, the pressure plates have poor versatility and cannot adapt to rack columns and chassis of different heights. This can cause the chassis to tilt during removal or transportation, posing a safety hazard.
Design a pressure plate component, including a main body, a rack column connecting plate and an upper pressure plate, with multiple fixing hole groups to adapt to rack columns and chassis of different heights. By adjusting the position of the fixing hole groups, ensure that the pressure plate provides stable rear end limit on chassis of different U heights.
The pressure plate has improved versatility, ensuring the secure fixation of the chassis in the rack and avoiding instability caused by the forward shift of the center of gravity. This enhances the safety of server operation and transportation and is suitable for rack columns and chassis of various heights and sizes.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of server technology, and in particular to a pressure plate component and a server rack. Background Technology
[0002] In the server industry, L-shaped sliding rails (L-rails) are widely used in server racks and installed on rack columns to support server chassis due to their cost-effectiveness and practicality. However, when server chassis need to be pulled directly out of the rack for maintenance or operation, the increased weight at the front of the server chassis causes the center of gravity to shift forward, making the weight at the rear insufficient to maintain balance. This can lead to the chassis tilting, posing a safety hazard to operators and equipment.
[0003] To solve this problem, the current solution is to install pressure plates on the rack columns at the rear of the server chassis. However, with the development of the industry, racks of different heights have emerged (for example, racks with height U=44.45mm, height U+1mm=45.45mm, and height U+2mm=46.45mm). Traditional pressure plates are often only suitable for installation on the columns of racks of specific sizes and do not have the versatility to be used across racks of different heights. Utility Model Content
[0004] This application provides a pressure plate component and a server rack to at least solve the problem of poor versatility of pressure plates used to press against the rear of server chassis in related technologies.
[0005] This application provides a pressure plate component for installation on any one of rack uprights of various heights, pressing it against a chassis mounted on the rack upright. The pressure plate component includes a pressure plate, which comprises: a main body with a side surface parallel to the width direction of the chassis; a rack upright connecting plate disposed on the side of the main body away from the side surface for connection with the rack upright; an upper pressure plate disposed on the upper side of the main body for pressing against the top surface of the chassis, forming a plug-in groove with the main body for insertion of the chassis end; and multiple fixing holes spaced apart on the rack upright connecting plate along a direction parallel to the extension direction of the rack upright; the multiple fixing holes are divided into multiple fixing hole groups corresponding to the rack uprights of various heights.
[0006] Furthermore, the plurality of fixing holes include a first fixing hole, a second fixing hole, a third fixing hole, a fourth fixing hole, a fifth fixing hole, and a sixth fixing hole arranged sequentially from top to bottom; wherein, the plurality of fixing hole groups include: a first fixing hole group, including a first fixing hole and a fifth fixing hole; a second fixing hole group, including a second fixing hole and a sixth fixing hole; and a third fixing hole group, including a third fixing hole and a fourth fixing hole.
[0007] Furthermore, the rack column includes a first rack column with a chassis mounting section having a height of 8U+M. The chassis includes a first chassis with a height of 8U mounted on the first rack column. Multiple first through holes are arranged at intervals from top to bottom on the first rack column. A first fixing hole group is correspondingly arranged with the first chassis and the first rack column. The distance L7 between the upper surface of the upper pressure plate and the 8U height line of the first rack column is 0.5mm to 1mm. The first fixing holes are located at the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section on the first rack column. The first through hole downwards from the height line corresponds to the fifth fixing hole, which corresponds to the fifth first through hole downwards from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section on the first rack column; or, the rack column includes a second rack column with a chassis mounting section of 8U height, the chassis includes a second chassis of 8U height mounted on the second rack column, and multiple second through holes are arranged at intervals from top to bottom on the second rack column; the second fixing hole group corresponds to the second chassis and the second rack column, and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate... The distance L8 between the surface and the 8U height line of the second rack column is 0.5mm to 1mm. The second fixing hole corresponds to the second second through hole on the second rack column downward from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section. The sixth fixing hole corresponds to the sixth second through hole on the second rack column downward from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section. Alternatively, the rack column includes a third rack column with a chassis mounting section of height 8U+N, and the chassis includes a third rack column of height 8U mounted on the third rack column. The third cabinet column has multiple third through holes spaced from top to bottom; the third fixing hole group is set correspondingly to the third chassis and the third cabinet column. The distance L9 between the upper surface of the upper pressure plate and the 8U height line of the third cabinet column is 0.5mm to 1mm. The third fixing hole is set corresponding to the second third through hole on the third cabinet column from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section. The fourth fixing hole is set corresponding to the fourth third through hole on the third cabinet column from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section.
[0008] Furthermore, the first distance L1 between the center of the first fixing hole and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate is 5mm to 9mm, and the second distance L2 between the center of the first fixing hole and the center of the fifth fixing hole is 60mm to 65mm; and / or, the first distance L3 between the center of the second fixing hole and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate is 19mm to 24mm, and the second distance L4 between the center of the second fixing hole and the center of the sixth fixing hole is 58mm to 63mm; and / or, the first distance L5 between the center of the third fixing hole and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate is 28mm to 33mm, and the second distance L6 between the center of the third fixing hole and the center of the fourth fixing hole is 27mm to 32mm.
[0009] Furthermore, the pressure plate includes multiple hole group markings located on the main body, and the multiple hole group markings are set one-to-one with multiple fixing hole groups.
[0010] Furthermore, the pressure plate component includes two pressure plates, namely a first pressure plate and a second pressure plate, which are arranged opposite to each other. The first pressure plate and the second pressure plate are respectively arranged one-to-one with two opposite sides of the chassis, and the first pressure plate and the second pressure plate are respectively connected to two opposite rack columns. The insertion slots of the first pressure plate and the second pressure plate together form an insertion space.
[0011] Furthermore, the pressure plate includes a chassis guide plate, which is located on the side of the main board away from the rack column connecting plate. The end of the chassis guide plate away from the main board extends in a direction away from the chassis to guide the insertion of the chassis into the plug slot.
[0012] Furthermore, the pressure plate is a sheet metal part; and / or, the thickness of the pressure plate is 1.2mm to 2mm; and / or, the motherboard body has a height dimension of 90mm to 100mm in the chassis and a length dimension of 100mm to 110mm in the chassis.
[0013] This application also provides a server rack, including: a plurality of rack columns and a chassis located between the plurality of rack columns; the aforementioned pressure plate component, the pressure plate component being used to be installed on the rack columns and at least partially pressed against the chassis.
[0014] Furthermore, the server rack includes slide rails, which are mounted on the rack columns and slidably connected to the chassis; and / or, the top surface of the chassis is provided with a clearance groove, the depth of which is greater than or equal to the thickness of the upper pressure plate.
[0015] This application provides a pressure plate component that can be installed on any of the rack uprights of various heights and presses against the chassis mounted on the rack upright. The pressure plate component includes: a main body with a side surface parallel to the width direction of the chassis; a rack upright connecting plate located on the side of the main body away from the side surface for connection to the rack upright; an upper pressure plate located on the upper side of the main body for pressing against the top surface of the chassis, forming a insertion slot for the chassis end to be inserted; and multiple fixing holes spaced along a direction parallel to the extension direction of the rack upright on the rack upright connecting plate. These fixing holes are divided into multiple fixing hole groups corresponding to rack uprights of various heights. Technically, the pressure plate component of this application, by providing multiple fixing hole groups, can adapt to chassis and rack uprights of different heights. By adjusting the position of the fixing hole groups, it can ensure that the pressure plate provides stable rear-end limiting on chassis of different U-heights. In principle, the main body of the pressure plate component of this application and the rack column connecting plate form a stable structure. The upper pressure plate increases stability by pressing against the top of the chassis, preventing the rear end of the chassis from tilting up during pulling or transportation. In terms of effect, the pressure plate component of this application ensures the secure fixation of the chassis in the rack, avoids instability caused by the forward shift of the center of gravity, improves the safety of server operation and transportation, and is applicable to rack columns of various heights and corresponding chassis of various heights. This solves the problem of poor versatility of pressure plates used to press against the rear end of server chassis in related technologies, achieving the technical effect of improving the versatility of pressure plates. Attached Figure Description
[0016] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first pressure plate in one direction, representing an embodiment of the pressure plate component of this application.
[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first pressure plate of the pressure plate component shown in another direction;
[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second pressure plate in one direction, representing an embodiment of the pressure plate component of this application;
[0020] Figure 4 for Figure 3A schematic diagram of the structure of the second pressure plate of the pressure plate component shown in another direction;
[0021] Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the server rack of this application;
[0022] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of a second embodiment of the server rack of this application;
[0023] Figure 7 This is a structural schematic diagram of the third embodiment of the server rack of this application;
[0024] Figure 8 An embodiment of the pressure plate component of this application is installed in Figures 5 to 7 The diagram shows the positions of the server rack's uprights.
[0025] The above figures include the following reference numerals:
[0026] 1. Rack upright; 11. First rack upright; 110. First through hole; 12. Second rack upright; 120. Second through hole; 13. Third rack upright; 130. Third through hole;
[0027] 2. Chassis; 20. Clearance groove; 21. Side panel; 22. Top surface;
[0028] 3. Pressure plate; 301. First pressure plate; 302. Second pressure plate; 31. Main body; 32. Rack upright connecting plate; 33. Upper pressure plate; 34. Fixing holes; 341. First fixing hole; 342. Second fixing hole; 343. Third fixing hole; 344. Fourth fixing hole; 345. Fifth fixing hole; 346. Sixth fixing hole; 35. Fixing hole group; 351. First fixing hole group; 352. Second fixing hole group; 353. Third fixing hole group; 36. Hole group marking; 361. First hole group marking; 362. Second hole group marking; 363. Third hole group marking; 37. Chassis guide plate;
[0029] 4. Slide rail. Detailed Implementation
[0030] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this application.
[0031] It should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. The terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly, for example, they can be fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can be mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can be direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; they can be internal connections between two elements. The terms "parallel," "perpendicular," and "equal" include the described situation and situations similar to the described situation, the range of which is within an acceptable deviation range, wherein the acceptable deviation range is determined by those skilled in the art taking into account the measurement under discussion and the error associated with the measurement of a particular quantity (i.e., the limitations of the measurement system). For example, "parallel" includes absolute parallelism and approximate parallelism, where an acceptable deviation range for approximate parallelism can be, for example, within 5°; "perpendicular" includes absolute perpendicularity and approximate perpendicularity, where an acceptable deviation range for approximate perpendicularity can also be, for example, within 5°. "Equal" includes absolute equality and approximate equality, where an acceptable deviation range for approximate equality can be, for example, a difference between the two equal items being less than or equal to 5% of either one. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.
[0032] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.
[0033] like Figures 1 to 8As shown, this application provides a pressure plate component for installation on any one of the rack columns 1 of various heights and sizes, and for pressing against the chassis 2 installed on the rack column 1. The pressure plate component includes a pressure plate 3, which includes: a main body 31 with a side 21 parallel to the width direction of the chassis 2; a rack column connecting plate 32 disposed on the side of the main body 31 away from the side 21 for connection with the rack column 1; an upper pressure plate 33 disposed on the upper side of the main body 31 for pressing against the top surface 22 of the chassis 2, forming a plug-in groove with the main body 31 for insertion of the end of the chassis 2; and a plurality of fixing holes 34 spaced apart on the rack column connecting plate 32 along a direction parallel to the extension direction of the rack column 1. The plurality of fixing holes 34 are divided into a plurality of fixing hole groups 35 corresponding to the rack columns 1 of various heights and sizes.
[0034] Technically, the pressure plate component of this application, by setting multiple fixing hole groups 35, can adapt to chassis and rack columns of different heights. By adjusting the position of the fixing hole groups, it can ensure that the pressure plate provides stable rear-end limiting on chassis of different U-heights. In principle, the main body of the pressure plate and the rack column connecting plate of the pressure plate component of this application form a stable structure. The upper pressure plate increases stability by pressing against the top of the chassis, preventing the rear end of the chassis from tilting up during pulling or transportation. In terms of effect, the pressure plate component of this application ensures the safe fixation of the chassis in the rack, avoids instability caused by the forward shift of the center of gravity, improves the safety of server operation and transportation, and can be applied to rack columns 1 of various heights and corresponding chassis 2 of various heights. It solves the problem of poor universality of pressure plates used to press against the rear end of server chassis in related technologies, and achieves the technical effect of improving the universality of pressure plates.
[0035] In addition, by changing the material or thickness of the pressure plate, it is possible to adapt to chassis of different weights and solve the stability problem when supporting heavier servers.
[0036] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the plurality of fixing holes 34 include a first fixing hole 341, a second fixing hole 342, a third fixing hole 343, a fourth fixing hole 344, a fifth fixing hole 345, and a sixth fixing hole 346 arranged sequentially from top to bottom; wherein, the plurality of fixing hole groups 35 include: a first fixing hole group 351, including the first fixing hole 341 and the fifth fixing hole 345; a second fixing hole group 352, including the second fixing hole 342 and the sixth fixing hole 346; and a third fixing hole group 353, including the third fixing hole 343 and the fourth fixing hole 344.
[0037] Technically, the grouped fixing hole design of the pressure plate component in this application allows the pressure plate to flexibly mate with rack columns of different heights. By selecting different groups of fixing holes, it can be adapted to different U-height chassis. In principle, the setting of each group of fixing holes in the pressure plate component of this application is based on a specific chassis height and rack column hole position, ensuring the correct installation and fixation of the pressure plate on different U-height chassis. In terms of effect, the pressure plate component of this application makes the installation of the pressure plate more precise, improves the fixation effect of the chassis in the rack, and reduces the risk of equipment damage caused by improper installation.
[0038] In addition, by adding more mounting holes, a wider range of chassis heights can be accommodated, thus resolving compatibility issues that may be encountered in newer cabinets.
[0039] In the server and data center industry, "U" is an abbreviation for "Rack Unit," a standardized unit of height used to describe the height occupied by hardware such as servers and network equipment within a rack or cabinet. 1U is typically defined as 1.75 inches (approximately 44.45 millimeters). Therefore, when referring to equipment or space with a "U" height, it means that the equipment or space is a multiple of 1.75 inches or 44.45 millimeters in height. For example, a 3U server rack occupies a height of 3 × 1.75 inches (or 3 × 44.45 mm); an 8U server rack occupies a height of 8 × 1.75 inches (or 8 × 44.45 mm); an 8U+N server rack occupies a height of 8 × 1.75 inches + 16 mm (or 8 × 44.45 mm + 16 mm), where M = 16 mm; an 8U+M server rack occupies a height of 8 × 1.75 inches + 8 mm (or 8 × 44.45 mm + 8 mm), where N = 8 mm.
[0040] like Figure 8As shown, the rack column 1 includes a first rack column 11 with a chassis mounting section having a height of 8U+M. The chassis 2 includes a first chassis with a height of 8U mounted on the first rack column 11. Multiple first through holes 110 are arranged at intervals from top to bottom on the first rack column 11. A first fixing hole group 351 is correspondingly arranged with the first chassis and the first rack column 11. The distance L7 between the upper surface of the upper pressure plate 33 and the 8U height line of the first rack column 11 is 0.5mm to 1mm. The first fixing holes 341 are located at the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section on the first rack column 11. The first through hole 110 downwards is correspondingly set, and the fifth fixing hole 345 is correspondingly set to the fifth first through hole 110 downwards from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section on the first cabinet column 11; or, the cabinet column 1 includes a second cabinet column 12 with a chassis mounting section of height 8U, the chassis 2 includes a second chassis of height 8U mounted on the second cabinet column 12, and a plurality of second through holes 120 are arranged at intervals from top to bottom on the second cabinet column 12; the second fixing hole group 352 is correspondingly set to the second chassis and the second cabinet column 12, and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate 33 The distance L8 between the second rack column 12 and the 8U height line is 0.5mm to 1mm. The second fixing hole 342 is corresponding to the second second through hole 120 on the second rack column 12, which is located downwards from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section. The sixth fixing hole 346 is corresponding to the sixth second through hole 120 on the second rack column 12, which is located downwards from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section. Alternatively, the rack column 1 includes a third rack column 13 with a chassis mounting section having a height of 8U+N. The chassis 2 includes a third chassis with a height of 8U mounted on the third rack column 13. Multiple third through holes 130 are arranged sequentially from top to bottom on the rack column 13; the third fixing hole group 353 is arranged corresponding to the third chassis and the third rack column 13; the distance L9 between the upper surface of the upper pressure plate 33 and the 8U height line of the third rack column 13 is 0.5mm to 1mm; the third fixing hole 343 is arranged corresponding to the second third through hole 130 on the third rack column 13 from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section downwards; and the fourth fixing hole 344 is arranged corresponding to the fourth third through hole 130 on the third rack column 13 from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section downwards.
[0041] Specifically, M=16mm, N=8mm; the chassis mounting section refers to the section on the rack column corresponding to the installation position of the chassis. The height of the chassis mounting section on the first rack column 11, the second rack column 12, and the third rack column 13 is 8U. The 8U height line of the chassis mounting section refers to the position that is 8U higher than the lower limit of the chassis mounting section, measured upwards from 0mm.
[0042] In the first cabinet column 11 with a chassis mounting section of height 8U+M, there are 24 first through holes 110 in one chassis mounting section, with three first through holes 110 forming one section, and the height of each section is U+M / 8; in the first cabinet column 11 with a chassis mounting section of height 8U, there are 24 first through holes 110 in one chassis mounting section, with three first through holes 110 forming one section, and the height of each section is U; in the first cabinet column 11 with a chassis mounting section of height 8U+N, there are 24 first through holes 110 in one chassis mounting section, with three first through holes 110 forming one section, and the height of each section is U+N / 8.
[0043] Technically, the pressure plate component of this application ensures stable installation of the pressure plate on chassis of different heights by setting a precise distance between the pressure plate and the rack upright, and the correspondence between the fixing holes and the through holes of the rack upright. In principle, this precise fit design of the pressure plate component is based on the U-height standard of the chassis and rack upright, ensuring that the pressure plate can be correctly positioned at the rear of the chassis, providing sufficient support. In terms of effectiveness, the pressure plate component of this application allows the pressure plate to adapt to chassis of different U-heights, eliminating the need to design a dedicated pressure plate for each chassis, greatly improving the versatility and economy of the pressure plate. Furthermore, by adjusting the thickness of the pressure plate or the hole layout of the rack upright, it can adapt to racks of different standards, solving compatibility issues when rack industry standards change.
[0044] like Figure 8 As shown, the first distance L1 between the center of the first fixing hole 341 and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate 33 is 5mm to 9mm; the second distance L2 between the center of the first fixing hole 341 and the center of the fifth fixing hole 345 is 60mm to 65mm; and / or, the first distance L3 between the center of the second fixing hole 342 and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate 33 is 19mm to 24mm; the second distance L4 between the center of the second fixing hole 342 and the center of the sixth fixing hole 346 is 58mm to 63mm; and / or, the first distance L5 between the center of the third fixing hole 343 and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate 33 is 28mm to 33mm; the second distance L6 between the center of the third fixing hole 343 and the center of the fourth fixing hole 344 is 27mm to 32mm.
[0045] Technically, the specific distances set in the pressure plate components of this application ensure that the pressure plate can be accurately installed on the chassis, providing sufficient fixing points to increase stability. In principle, these distances in the pressure plate components of this application are based on the U-height standards of the chassis and rack uprights, as well as the required pressure from the pressure plate, ensuring correct installation of the pressure plate on different chassis. In terms of effectiveness, the pressure plate components of this application, through precise hole design, improve the fixing effect of the pressure plate, reduce instability caused by the forward shift of the chassis's center of gravity within the rack, and ensure the safety of server operation and transportation. Furthermore, by adjusting the first and second distances, it is possible to accommodate pressure plates of different thicknesses or chassis of different heights, addressing fixing requirements in specific application environments.
[0046] like Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the pressure plate 3 includes multiple hole group markings 36, which are located on the main body 31. The multiple hole group markings 36 are set one-to-one with multiple fixing hole groups 35.
[0047] Technically, the hole group markings on the pressure plate component of this application facilitate quick identification and positioning of the correct fixing hole group, simplifying the pressure plate installation process. In principle, the hole group markings on the pressure plate component of this application, through visual identification, help operators quickly determine the position of the fixing holes that match the current chassis height, avoiding installation errors. In terms of effectiveness, the pressure plate component of this application improves the efficiency and accuracy of pressure plate installation, reducing the risk of equipment damage due to improper installation. Furthermore, the installation process can be further simplified by increasing the clarity of the hole group markings or using different colors, addressing identification problems in low light conditions or when the operator's vision is poor.
[0048] Specifically, the plurality of hole group markings 36 include: a first hole group marking 361, which corresponds to the first fixing hole group 351 and points to the first fixing hole 341 and the fifth fixing hole 345; a second hole group marking 362, which corresponds to the second fixing hole group 352 and points to the second fixing hole 342 and the sixth fixing hole 346; and a third hole group marking 363, which corresponds to the third fixing hole group 353 and points to the third fixing hole 343 and the fourth fixing hole 344.
[0049] like Figures 1 to 4As shown, the pressure plate component includes two pressure plates 3, namely a first pressure plate 301 and a second pressure plate 302. The first pressure plate 301 and the second pressure plate 302 are arranged opposite to each other. The first pressure plate 301 and the second pressure plate 302 are respectively arranged one-to-one with the two opposite sides 21 of the chassis 2. The first pressure plate 301 and the second pressure plate 302 are respectively connected to the two opposite cabinet columns 1. The insertion slots of the first pressure plate 301 and the second pressure plate 302 together form an insertion space.
[0050] Specifically, the first pressure plate 301 is marked with an "L" to indicate that the first pressure plate 301 is installed on the left cabinet column 1, and the second pressure plate 302 is marked with an "R" to indicate that the second pressure plate 302 is installed on the right cabinet column 1.
[0051] Technically, the two opposing pressure plates of the pressure plate component in this application provide more comprehensive support and restraint, ensuring the stability of the chassis within the rack. In principle, the first and second pressure plates of the pressure plate component, through the cooperation of interlocking slots, form a closed space, restricting the vertical movement of the chassis and preventing the rear end of the chassis from tilting up. In terms of effectiveness, the pressure plate component of this application, through the combined action of the two pressure plates, improves the chassis's fixation within the rack, ensuring the safety of server operation and transportation. Furthermore, by increasing the number of pressure plates or changing their shape, it can adapt to more complex rack structures, solving the chassis fixation problem in high-density server racks.
[0052] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the pressure plate 3 includes a chassis guide plate 37. The chassis guide plate 37 is disposed on the side of the main board body 31 away from the rack column connecting plate 32. The end of the chassis guide plate 37 away from the main board body 31 extends in a direction away from the chassis 2 to guide the action of the chassis 2 being inserted into the plug slot.
[0053] Technically, the guide plate of the pressure plate component in this application simplifies the chassis installation process, ensuring that the chassis can be smoothly inserted into the insertion slot. In principle, the guide plate of the pressure plate component guides the end of the chassis along the correct path for insertion through its shape and position, avoiding damage caused by improper insertion angle. In terms of effect, the pressure plate component of this application improves the efficiency and safety of chassis installation, reducing the risk of equipment damage due to improper operation. Furthermore, by changing the shape of the guide plate or increasing the number of guide plates, it can accommodate chassis of different shapes, solving the guidance problem when installing non-standard chassis.
[0054] Specifically, the pressure plate 3 is a sheet metal part; and / or, the thickness of the pressure plate 3 is 1.2mm to 2mm; and / or, the motherboard body 31 has a height dimension of 90mm to 100mm in the chassis 2 and a length dimension of 100mm to 110mm in the chassis 2.
[0055] Technically, the pressure plate component of this application uses a sheet metal material, which provides excellent strength and durability, enabling it to withstand the weight of the rear end of the chassis and prevent the chassis from tilting. In principle, the thickness and dimensions of the pressure plate in this application are designed based on an analysis of the rear-end positioning requirements of the chassis, ensuring the applicability and stability of the pressure plate on different chassis. In terms of effectiveness, the pressure plate component of this application improves the fixing effect of the pressure plate by selecting appropriate materials and dimensions, ensuring the safety of server operation and transportation. Furthermore, by using other materials or adjusting the thickness and dimensions of the pressure plate, it can be adapted to heavier chassis or specific rack structures, solving stability issues when supporting high-load servers.
[0056] like Figures 5 to 7 As shown, this application also provides a server rack, including: a plurality of rack columns 1 and a chassis 2 located between the plurality of rack columns 1; the aforementioned pressure plate component, the pressure plate component being used to be installed on the rack columns 1 and at least partially pressed onto the chassis 2.
[0057] Specifically, the server rack includes four rack columns 1, which form a rectangular installation space. A pressure plate component is used to install on the two rack columns 1 located at the rear. The chassis 2 is gradually inserted into the rectangular installation space from the two rack columns 1 located at the front. The pressure plate component presses on the rear end of the chassis 2, and the front end of the chassis 2 is gradually connected to the two rack columns located at the front through fasteners.
[0058] Technically, the server rack design of this application, which integrates a pressure plate component, improves the overall stability and security of the rack. In principle, the cooperation between the pressure plate component and the chassis and rack uprights ensures the correct installation and fixation of the chassis within the rack, preventing instability during operation or transportation. Functionally, the pressure plate component improves the safety of server operation and transportation by providing a server rack that includes the pressure plate component, reducing the risk of equipment damage due to a forward shift of the center of gravity. Furthermore, by increasing the number of pressure plate components or modifying their design, it can accommodate different types of servers, addressing stability issues in high-density server deployments.
[0059] like Figures 5 to 7As shown, the server rack includes a slide rail 4, which is mounted on the rack column 1 and slidably connected to the chassis 2; and / or, the top surface 22 of the chassis 2 is provided with a clearance groove 20, the depth of which is greater than or equal to the thickness of the upper pressure plate 33.
[0060] Technically, the sliding rail design of the pressure plate component in this application allows the chassis to slide smoothly within the rack, while the clearance groove design ensures that the upper pressure plate can be correctly pressed onto the top of the chassis, providing sufficient travel space. In principle, the cooperation of the sliding rail and clearance groove in the pressure plate component ensures smooth movement and stable fixation of the chassis within the rack, preventing equipment damage caused by instability during chassis removal or transportation. In terms of effectiveness, the combined use of the sliding rail and clearance groove in the pressure plate component of this application improves the practicality and safety of the server rack, reducing the risk of equipment damage due to improper operation. Furthermore, by changing the design of the sliding rail or adjusting the depth of the clearance groove, it can accommodate chassis of different sizes, solving compatibility issues that may be encountered in new server racks.
[0061] In a server rack, when rack column 1 includes a first rack column 11 with a chassis mounting section having a height of 8U+16mm, and chassis 2 includes a first chassis with a height of 8U mounted on the first rack column 11, and the first rack column 11 has multiple first through holes 110 spaced apart from top to bottom, the first fixing hole group 351 on the pressure plate 3 is correspondingly set with the first chassis and the first rack column 11. The distance L7 between the upper surface of the upper pressure plate 33 and the 8U height line of the first rack column 11 is 0.7mm. The first fixing hole 341 is the first hole below the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section on the first rack column 11. The first through hole 110 is correspondingly set, and the fifth fixing hole 345 is correspondingly set to the fifth first through hole 110 on the first cabinet column 11 from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section downwards; the first distance L1 between the center of the first fixing hole 341 and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate 33 is 7.525mm, and the second distance L2 between the center of the first fixing hole 341 and the center of the fifth fixing hole 345 is 63.325mm; the first hole group mark 361 in the multiple hole group marks 36 on the pressure plate 3 is correspondingly set to the first fixing hole group 351, and the first hole group mark 361 points to the first fixing hole 341 and the fifth fixing hole 345.
[0062] Specifically, in the first cabinet column 11 with a chassis mounting section having a height of 8U+16mm, there are a total of 24 first through holes 110 in one chassis mounting section. Every three first through holes 110 form a section, and the height of each section is U+2mm, that is, 44.45mm+2mm=46.45mm.
[0063] In a server rack, when rack column 1 includes a second rack column 12 with a chassis mounting section of 8U height, and chassis 2 includes a second chassis of 8U height mounted on the second rack column 12, and multiple second through holes 120 are sequentially spaced from top to bottom on the second rack column 12, the second fixing hole group 352 of the multiple fixing hole groups 35 on the pressure plate 3 is correspondingly set with the second chassis and the second rack column 12. The distance L8 between the upper surface of the upper pressure plate 33 and the 8U height line of the second rack column 12 is 0.7mm. The second fixing hole 342 is located below the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section on the second rack column 12. The first second through hole 120 is correspondingly set, and the sixth fixing hole 346 is correspondingly set to the sixth second through hole 120 on the second cabinet column 12 from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section downwards; the first distance L3 between the center of the second fixing hole 342 and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate 33 is 21.53mm, and the second distance L4 between the center of the second fixing hole 342 and the center of the sixth fixing hole 346 is 60.33mm; the second hole group mark 362 in the multiple hole group marks 36 on the pressure plate 3 is correspondingly set to the second fixing hole group 352, and the second hole group mark 362 points to the second fixing hole 342 and the sixth fixing hole 346.
[0064] Specifically, in the second cabinet column 12 with a chassis mounting section having a height of 8U, there are a total of 24 second through holes 120 in one chassis mounting section. Every three second through holes 120 form a section, and the height of each section is U, that is, 44.45mm.
[0065] In a server rack, rack column 1 includes a third rack column 13 with a chassis mounting section having a height of 8U+8mm, and chassis 2 includes a third chassis with a height of 8U mounted on the third rack column 13. The third rack column 13 has multiple third through holes 130 spaced apart from top to bottom. A third fixing hole group 353 is correspondingly arranged with the third chassis and the third rack column 13. The distance L9 between the upper surface of the upper pressure plate 33 and the 8U height line of the third rack column 13 is 0.5mm to 1mm. The third fixing hole 343 is the second hole below the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section on the third rack column 13. The third through hole 130 is correspondingly set, and the fourth fixing hole 344 is correspondingly set to the fourth third through hole 130 on the third cabinet column 13 from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section downwards; the first distance L5 between the center of the third fixing hole 343 and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate 33 is 30.4mm, and the second distance L6 between the center of the third fixing hole 343 and the center of the fourth fixing hole 344 is 29.575mm; the third hole group mark 363 in the multiple hole group marks 36 on the pressure plate 3 is correspondingly set to the third fixing hole group 353, and the third hole group mark 363 points to the third fixing hole 343 and the fourth fixing hole 344.
[0066] Specifically, in the third cabinet column 13 with a chassis mounting section of height 8U+8mm, there are a total of 24 third through holes 130 in one chassis mounting section. Every three third through holes 130 form a section, and the height of each section is U+1mm, that is, 44.45mm, that is, 44.45mm+1mm=45.45mm.
[0067] It should be noted that the pressure plate component of this application is not only applicable to 8U height chassis, but also to chassis of other heights, such as 4U height chassis or 6U height chassis.
[0068] In the actual assembly process of the server rack of this application, firstly, the operator selects the appropriate fixing hole group 35 on the two pressure plates 3 of the pressure plate component according to the height of the chassis 2 and the height of the chassis mounting section on the rack column 1. The two pressure plates 3 are then connected to the two rack columns 1 located at the rear through the corresponding fixing holes 34, ensuring that the two pressure plates 3 can press against the rear end of the chassis 2 to prevent the rear end of the chassis 2 from tilting up during pulling or transportation. Next, the operator installs the slide rail 4 on the rack column 1 of the server rack, and then pushes the chassis 2 into the rack column 1 along the slide rail 4 until the chassis ears of the chassis 2 are flush with the front side of the rack column 1. At this point, the chassis 2 is fixed to the rack column 1 by fastening the fasteners on the chassis ears with the nuts on the rack column 1.
[0069] When the chassis needs to be pulled out for operation, the two pressure plates restrict the vertical movement of chassis 2. When the server rack needs to be transported, the two pressure plates provide sufficient pressure to prevent instability caused by bumps in the rack, thus ensuring the safety of the equipment.
[0070] The foregoing has provided a detailed description of a pressure plate component and a server rack provided in this application. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The descriptions of the embodiments above are merely for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core ideas of this application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications to this application without departing from its principles, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this application.
Claims
1. A pressure plate component, characterized in that, For installation on any one of the rack uprights (1) of various heights and sizes, and pressing against the chassis (2) installed on the rack upright (1), the pressing plate component includes a pressing plate (3), the pressing plate (3) comprising: The motherboard body (31) has a side (21) parallel to the width direction of the chassis (2). A cabinet column connecting plate (32) is disposed on the side of the main body (31) away from the side (21) for connection with the cabinet column (1); The upper pressure plate (33) is provided on the upper side of the main board body (31) for pressing on the top surface (22) of the chassis (2) to form a plug-in groove with the main board body (31) for the end of the chassis (2) to be inserted. Multiple fixing holes (34) are spaced apart on the cabinet column connecting plate (32) along a direction parallel to the extension direction of the cabinet column (1); the multiple fixing holes (34) are divided into multiple fixing hole groups (35) that correspond one-to-one with the cabinet columns (1) of various heights.
2. The pressure plate component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plurality of fixing holes (34) include a first fixing hole (341), a second fixing hole (342), a third fixing hole (343), a fourth fixing hole (344), a fifth fixing hole (345), and a sixth fixing hole (346) arranged sequentially from top to bottom; wherein, the plurality of fixing hole groups (35) include: The first fixing hole group (351) includes the first fixing hole (341) and the fifth fixing hole (345). The second fixing hole group (352) includes the second fixing hole (342) and the sixth fixing hole (346); The third fixing hole group (353) includes the third fixing hole (343) and the fourth fixing hole (344).
3. The pressure plate component according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cabinet column (1) includes a first cabinet column (11) with a chassis mounting section having a height of 8U+M. The chassis (2) includes a first chassis with a height of 8U mounted on the first cabinet column (11). The first cabinet column (11) has a plurality of first through holes (110) spaced apart from top to bottom. The first fixing hole group (351) is correspondingly set with the first chassis and the first cabinet column (11). The distance L7 between the upper surface of the upper side pressure plate (33) and the 8U height line of the first cabinet column (11) is 0.5mm to 1mm. The first fixing hole (341) is correspondingly set with the first first through hole (110) on the first cabinet column (11) from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section downwards. The fifth fixing hole (345) is correspondingly set with the fifth first through hole (110) on the first cabinet column (11) from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section downwards. Or, The cabinet column (1) includes a second cabinet column (12) with a chassis mounting section of height 8U. The chassis (2) includes a second chassis of height 8U mounted on the second cabinet column (12). The second cabinet column (12) is provided with a plurality of second through holes (120) spaced apart from top to bottom. The second fixing hole group (352) is provided correspondingly to the second chassis and the second cabinet column (12). The distance L8 between the upper surface of the upper pressure plate (33) and the 8U height line of the second cabinet column (12) is 0.5mm to 1mm. The second fixing hole (342) is provided correspondingly to the second second through hole (120) on the second cabinet column (12) from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section downwards. The sixth fixing hole (346) is provided correspondingly to the sixth second through hole (120) on the second cabinet column (12) from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section downwards. Or, The cabinet column (1) includes a third cabinet column (13) with a chassis mounting section of height 8U+N. The chassis (2) includes a third chassis of height 8U mounted on the third cabinet column (13). The third cabinet column (13) is provided with a plurality of third through holes (130) spaced apart from top to bottom. The third fixing hole group (353) is provided correspondingly to the third chassis and the third cabinet column (13). The upper surface of the upper pressure plate (33) The distance L9 between the third cabinet column (13) and the 8U height line is 0.5mm to 1mm. The third fixing hole (343) is set to correspond to the second third through hole (130) on the third cabinet column (13) from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section downwards. The fourth fixing hole (344) is set to correspond to the fourth third through hole (130) on the third cabinet column (13) from the 8U height line of the chassis mounting section downwards.
4. The pressure plate component according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first distance L1 between the center of the first fixing hole (341) and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate (33) is 5 mm to 9 mm, and the second distance L2 between the center of the first fixing hole (341) and the center of the fifth fixing hole (345) is 60 mm to 65 mm; and / or, The first distance L3 between the center of the second fixing hole (342) and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate (33) is 19 mm to 24 mm, and the second distance L4 between the center of the second fixing hole (342) and the center of the sixth fixing hole (346) is 58 mm to 63 mm; and / or, The first distance L5 between the center of the third fixing hole (343) and the upper surface of the upper pressure plate (33) is 28mm to 33mm, and the second distance L6 between the center of the third fixing hole (343) and the center of the fourth fixing hole (344) is 27mm to 32mm.
5. The pressure plate component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pressure plate (3) includes multiple hole group markings (36), which are located on the main body (31). The multiple hole group markings (36) are set one-to-one with the multiple fixing hole groups (35).
6. The pressure plate component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pressure plate component includes two pressure plates (3), which are a first pressure plate (301) and a second pressure plate (302). The first pressure plate (301) and the second pressure plate (302) are arranged opposite to each other. The first pressure plate (301) and the second pressure plate (302) are respectively arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the two oppositely arranged sides (21) of the chassis (2). The first pressure plate (301) and the second pressure plate (302) are respectively connected to the two oppositely arranged cabinet columns (1). The insertion slot of the first pressure plate (301) and the insertion slot of the second pressure plate (302) together form an insertion space.
7. The pressure plate component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pressure plate (3) includes a chassis guide plate (37), which is disposed on the side of the main board body (31) away from the cabinet column connecting plate (32). The end of the chassis guide plate (37) away from the main board body (31) extends in a direction away from the chassis (2) to guide the insertion of the chassis (2) into the plug slot.
8. The pressure plate component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pressure plate (3) is a sheet metal part; and / or, The thickness of the pressure plate (3) is 1.2 mm to 2 mm; and / or, The motherboard body (31) has a height dimension of 90mm to 100mm in the height direction of the chassis (2) and a length dimension of 100mm to 110mm in the length direction of the chassis (2).
9. A server rack, characterized in that, include: Multiple cabinet columns (1) and a chassis (2) located between the multiple cabinet columns (1); The pressure plate component according to any one of claims 1 to 8, the pressure plate component is used to be installed on the cabinet column (1) and at least partially pressed against the chassis (2).
10. The server rack according to claim 9, characterized in that, The server rack includes a slide rail (4), which is mounted on the rack column (1) and slidably connected to the chassis (2); and / or, The top surface (22) of the chassis (2) is provided with a clearance groove (20), the depth of which is greater than or equal to the thickness of the upper pressure plate (33).