Portable wifi network equipment
By setting a display window and a display cover on the cover plate, the light from the LED sign light is concentrated on the sign, solving the problems of inconvenient user identification and poor aesthetics in existing equipment, and achieving a clearer and more beautiful information display.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520194059.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-07
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-24
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-02-07
AI Technical Summary
Existing portable WiFi devices display their working status using scattered LED indicators, which makes it inconvenient for users to identify, causes visual clutter, and affects aesthetics.
Design a portable WiFi device that uses a recessed display window on the front of a cover plate and a snap-fit display cover to concentrate the light from LED sign lights onto the sign, creating a focused and clear information display.
It improves the readability of information and the ease of use of equipment, reduces visual interference, enhances recognizability and aesthetics, and reduces maintenance costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of network equipment technology, and in particular relates to a portable Wi-Fi network device. Background Technology
[0002] With the rapid development of mobile internet technology, portable WiFi devices have become an indispensable part of people's daily lives, especially in scenarios requiring temporary network access, such as travel, business trips, or other temporary situations, where their convenience and flexibility have been widely recognized. While existing portable WiFi devices meet users' basic functional needs, there is still significant room for improvement in user experience and design, particularly in terms of device status indicators.
[0003] Current portable WiFi devices typically use multiple LED indicators scattered across the device's surface to display different operating statuses, such as network connection status, signal strength, and battery level. While this design provides basic functional indication, it has the following drawbacks: First, the scattered layout of the LED indicators requires users to observe the device from different angles, increasing inconvenience. Second, multiple independent indicator lights can easily cause visual confusion, especially in low-light environments, making it difficult for users to quickly and accurately identify the device's current operating status. Finally, this scattered design also affects the overall aesthetics and compactness of the device.
[0004] Therefore, the inventors dedicated themselves to designing a Wi-Fi network device to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a portable, handheld Wi-Fi network device that allows for a more focused and clearer view of the device's operating status, making the information display more compact, reducing visual interference, and also being more aesthetically pleasing.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:
[0007] A portable Wi-Fi network device includes a housing and a cover. The cover is disposed on the front of the housing to form a cavity. A circuit board and a battery are disposed in the cavity. The battery is electrically connected to the circuit board. The circuit board is provided with multiple LED indicator lights. The front part of the cover is recessed to form a display window. All the LED indicator lights are exposed in the display window. A display cover is snapped onto the display window. The display cover is provided with markings corresponding to the positions of all the LED indicator lights.
[0008] As an improvement of the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model, the display window is square, the display cover is square and made of non-transparent material, and the logo is formed by removing material from the display cover.
[0009] As an improvement to the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model, all the aforementioned markings are specifically Wi-Fi markings, 5G markings, 4G markings, and charging markings.
[0010] As an improvement of the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model, the inner sidewall of the housing is provided with multiple buckles, and the back edge of the cover is provided with multiple retaining rings, all of which are engaged with all of the buckles in a one-to-one correspondence.
[0011] As an improvement of the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model, the back of the display cover is provided with multiple L-shaped snap fasteners, the display window is provided with multiple through holes, and the back of the cover plate is provided with a locking platform on the side opposite to the through holes. All the snap fasteners pass through all the through holes and lock into all the locking platforms in a corresponding manner.
[0012] As an improvement to the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model, a power button and a WPS button are installed on the side of the housing.
[0013] As an improvement to the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model, the power button and the WPS button are connected by a connecting strip.
[0014] As an improvement of the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model, two limiting posts are provided on the inner wall of the shell at intervals. The power button and the WPS button are located between the two limiting posts. The outer sides of the WPS button and the power button are respectively connected to the two limiting posts one by one through limiting strips.
[0015] As an improvement of the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model, the lower end of the circuit board is provided with a card holder and a charging connector, and the insertion port of the card holder and the charging port of the charging connector are both exposed in the housing.
[0016] As an improvement to the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model, a dust cover is provided at the insertion port.
[0017] Compared with existing technologies, the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model forms a display window by recessing the front of the cover plate and attaching the display cover with the logo to the display window. The light emitted by the LED logo light is focused out of the display window and displayed on the corresponding logo, allowing users to see the working status of the device more focused and clearly. This design makes the information display more compact, reduces visual interference, improves the readability of information and the ease of use of the device. At the same time, this compact and beautiful design also meets the high-quality pursuit of modern consumers for electronic products. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional enlarged view of the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 2 This is another three-dimensional enlarged view of the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional exploded view of the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 4 This is another exploded perspective view of the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional enlarged view of the cover plate of this utility model;
[0023] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional magnified view of the portable Wi-Fi network device of this utility model with the display cover in the open state;
[0024] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional enlarged view of the housing and two buttons of this utility model.
[0025] Illustration:
[0026] 1. Housing; 11. Buckle; 12. Limiting post; 2. Battery; 3. Circuit board; 31. LED indicator light; 32. Card holder; 321. Dust cover; 33. Charging connector; 4. Cover plate; 41. Snap ring; 42. Display window; 421. Through hole; 43. Card platform; 44. Light-transmitting hole; 5. Display cover; 51. Snap fastener; 52. 4G indicator; 53. Charging indicator; 54. WiFi indicator; 55. 5G indicator; 6. Power button; 61. WPS button; 62. Connecting strip; 63. Limiting strip. Detailed Implementation
[0027] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The drawings are for reference and illustration only and do not constitute a limitation on the scope of patent protection of this utility model.
[0028] Reference Figures 1 to 7 A portable Wi-Fi network device includes a housing 1, a cover 4, a display cover 5, a circuit board 3, and a battery 2. The cover 4 covers the front of the housing 1 to form a cavity. The circuit board 3 and the battery 2 are both disposed in the cavity. The battery 2 is electrically connected to the circuit board 3. The circuit board 3 is provided with multiple LED indicator lights 31. The front part of the cover 4 is recessed to form a display window 42. All LED indicator lights 31 are exposed in the display window 42. The display cover 5 is snapped onto the display window 42. The display cover 5 is provided with markings corresponding to the positions of all LED indicator lights 31.
[0029] Reference Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 7 The housing 1 is rectangular in shape, with an open front. Multiple latches 11 and two spaced-apart limit posts 12 are located on the inner side wall of the housing 1. A power button 6 and a WPS button 61 are mounted on the side of the housing 1. The WPS button 61 simplifies the wireless network connection process, enabling quick and secure connections between devices. The WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) function allows users to quickly establish a wireless network connection by pressing the WPS button 61 on the router or access point. This method eliminates the need to manually enter complex Wi-Fi passwords, thus simplifying the connection process. In scenarios such as homes, temporary access, or small offices, the WPS function provides users with a more convenient network connection method. When a new device joins the network, configuration can be completed simply by pressing the WPS button 61, greatly saving time and effort. The power button 6 and the WPS button 61 are connected by a connecting strip 62. The power button 6 and the WPS button 61 are located between two limit posts 12. The outer sides of the WPS button 61 and the power button 6 are respectively connected to the two limit posts 12 one by one by limit strips 63. The ends of the two limit strips 63 are respectively sleeved on the two limit posts 12.
[0030] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 Circuit board 3 and battery 2 are stacked sequentially from the outside to the inside of the cavity. Circuit board 3 integrates multiple key functions such as WiFi network function, data processing and transmission, power management, device control and status display, as well as expansion and compatibility, providing users with a stable, efficient and convenient wireless network connection experience. Circuit board 3 has a charging connector 33 and a card holder 32 at its lower end. The insertion port of card holder 32 and the charging port of charging connector 33 are exposed at the bottom of housing 1. A dust cover 321 is provided at the insertion port of card holder 32.
[0031] Reference Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 The cover plate 4 has multiple retaining rings 41 on its back edge, and all retaining rings 41 are engaged with all buckles 11 in a one-to-one manner. The upper half of the cover plate 4 is recessed and has a light-transmitting hole 44 in the center to form a square display window 42. The display window 42 has multiple through holes 421. The back of the cover plate 4 is provided with a mounting plate 43 on the side opposite to the through holes 421.
[0032] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 6 The display cover 5 is square and made of a non-transparent material (e.g., black). All markings are formed by removing material from the display cover 5, such as through processes like hollowing, engraving, laser cutting, or mold forming. Light transmittance is achieved by selecting suitable materials, performing surface treatments, and optimizing the shape and depth of the markings. These designs and processes allow the light from each LED marking light 31 to penetrate the corresponding marking on the display cover 5, thus forming visible images or text information on the outside. In this invention, all markings specifically include a Wi-Fi marking 54, a 5G marking 55, a 4G marking 52, and a charging marking 53. The Wi-Fi marking 54 typically indicates that the device has its Wi-Fi function enabled and may be providing wireless network access services. The 5G marking 55 indicates that the portable Wi-Fi device supports 5GHz Wi-Fi connectivity. The 4G marking 52 indicates that the portable Wi-Fi device supports 4G mobile communication networks. The charging marking 53 indicates the device's battery level and charging status. When the device's battery is low, the charging indicator light may illuminate or flash, reminding the user to charge the device promptly. Meanwhile, during charging, the indicator light will also display the charging progress or status so that the user can understand the charging status of the device. Once the device is fully charged, the indicator light will usually turn off or become constantly lit. The back of the display cover 5 has multiple L-shaped snap fasteners 51, all of which pass through all the through holes 421 and snap into place with all the card slots 43.
[0033] The portable Wi-Fi network device of this invention has the following beneficial technical effects:
[0034] (1) More centralized information display:
[0035] By recessing a display window 42 into the front portion of the cover plate 4 and concentrating all the LED indicator lights 31 within the display window 42, users can see the device's operating status more clearly and in a more focused manner. This design makes the information display more compact, reduces visual interference, and improves the readability of the information.
[0036] (2) Enhanced recognizability and aesthetics:
[0037] The combination of the display window 42 and the LED sign light 31 not only provides practical information display functions, but also increases the device's recognizability and aesthetics. Users can quickly identify the device's status by observing the changes in the light within the display window 42. At the same time, the design of the display window 42 can also serve as part of the device's appearance, enhancing its overall aesthetics.
[0038] (3) Better information interpretation:
[0039] The display cover 5, which snaps onto the display window 42, has markings that help users better understand the information represented by the flashing LED indicator lights 31. This design reduces user confusion and misoperation due to misunderstandings of information, improving the ease of use of the device.
[0040] (4) Cost-effectiveness:
[0041] Although this design adds components such as the display window 42 and display cover 5, the LED signage light 31 flashing display is less expensive and easier to implement and maintain compared to using more complex display screen or touchscreen technology. At the same time, this design also reduces repair costs due to screen damage or malfunction.
[0042] (5) Highly adaptable:
[0043] The flashing display method of LED sign lights makes them more adaptable to different environmental conditions. Whether in a bright or dimly lit environment, users can obtain device information by observing the changes in the light without worrying about screen glare or insufficient brightness.
[0044] In conclusion, although this portable WiFi network device still displays information through flashing LED indicator lights 31, its innovative display window 42 and display cover 5 design offer advantages in terms of information display concentration, legibility, aesthetics, cost-effectiveness, and adaptability. These advantages make the device more competitive in the market and better able to meet user needs and expectations.
[0045] The above-disclosed embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present utility model. Therefore, any equivalent changes made in accordance with the scope of the patent application of the present utility model shall still fall within the scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A portable Wi-Fi network device, comprising a housing and a cover, characterized in that, The cover plate is placed on the front of the housing to form a cavity. A circuit board and a battery are disposed in the cavity. The battery is electrically connected to the circuit board. The circuit board is provided with multiple LED indicator lights. The front part of the cover plate is recessed to form a display window. All the LED indicator lights are exposed in the display window. A display cover is snapped onto the display window. The display cover is provided with markings corresponding to the positions of all the LED indicator lights.
2. The portable Wi-Fi network device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The display window is square, the display cover is square and made of non-transparent material, and the logo is formed by removing material from the display cover.
3. The portable Wi-Fi network device according to claim 1, characterized in that, All of the aforementioned identifiers specifically refer to the Wi-Fi identifier, 5G identifier, 4G identifier, and charging identifier.
4. The portable Wi-Fi network device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the housing is provided with multiple buckles, and the back edge of the cover plate is provided with multiple retaining rings, all of which are engaged with all of the buckles in a one-to-one correspondence.
5. The portable Wi-Fi network device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The back of the display cover is provided with multiple L-shaped snap fasteners, the display window is provided with multiple through holes, and the back of the cover plate is provided with a locking platform on the side opposite to the through holes. All the snap fasteners pass through all the through holes and lock into all the locking platforms in a corresponding manner.
6. The portable Wi-Fi network device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The power button and WPS button are installed on the side of the housing.
7. The portable Wi-Fi network device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The power button and the WPS button are connected by a connecting strip.
8. The portable Wi-Fi network device according to claim 6, characterized in that, Two limiting posts are spaced apart on the inner wall of the housing. The power button and the WPS button are located between the two limiting posts. The outer sides of the WPS button and the power button are respectively connected to the two limiting posts one by one through limiting strips.
9. The portable Wi-Fi network device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower end of the circuit board is provided with a card holder and a charging connector, and the insertion port of the card holder and the charging port of the charging connector are both exposed in the housing.
10. The portable Wi-Fi network device according to claim 9, characterized in that, A dust cover is provided at the insertion port.