Network switch installation protection device
By designing protective devices for network switches, the problems of dust and moisture corrosion were solved, achieving stable support and efficient heat dissipation, thereby improving the operational reliability and lifespan of the network switches.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520654553.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-09
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-27
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-04-09
AI Technical Summary
Network switches are susceptible to dust and moisture corrosion in the operating environment, leading to poor heat dissipation and electronic component failure, which affects normal operation.
A network switch installation protection device was designed, including components such as a protective shell, a limiting bracket, a removable shell cover, a cooling fan, an air duct, and a filter plate, forming a comprehensive protection and heat dissipation system to ensure that dust and moisture do not enter, and to provide stable support and sealing.
It effectively prevents dust and moisture corrosion, ensures the cleanliness of the switch's internal components, improves heat dissipation efficiency, extends service life, reduces failure rate, and enhances the reliability and availability of the network system.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The utility model belongs to network equipment technical field especially relates to a network switch installation protection device. BACKGROUND
[0002] With the rapid development of information technology, network switches play a crucial role in various network systems and are widely used in enterprise office networks, data centers, telecommunications machine rooms, and intelligent buildings and many other fields. As a key hub for network data transmission, it is responsible for connecting different network devices such as servers, computers, routers, etc., to achieve fast exchange and forwarding of data, thereby ensuring efficient and stable operation of the entire network.
[0003] However, in actual use environment, network switches face many potential threats and unfavorable factors. On the one hand, physical environmental factors cannot be ignored. For example, dust particles that may exist in the machine room will gradually accumulate in the heat dissipation holes, interfaces, and internal circuit boards of the switch over time. Excessive dust not only hinders heat dissipation, causing the internal temperature of the switch to rise, affecting the performance and lifespan of electronic components, but also may cause short circuits and other faults due to dust absorbing moisture, seriously threatening the normal operation of the switch. SUMMARY
[0004] The utility model provides a network switch installation protection device, aims at solving the problem that the current network switch installation lacks protection and is seriously eroded by dust.
[0005] The utility model is realized in this way, a network switch installation protection device, include: protection shell, the symmetrical spacing adjustable limiting frame is arranged in the protection shell, for placing network switch main part, detachable shell cover is arranged on the protection shell, the shell cover is provided with air inlet, the air inlet is equipped with the heat dissipation fan for ventilation, the mesh cover for covering the air inlet is fixedly installed on the top of the shell cover through the bolt, the air outlet end on the air inlet is fixedly installed on the air outlet end of the air inlet, the air duct is provided with the filter plate that can be pulled and detached, the exhaust hole for exhaust and heat dissipation is opened in the bottom of the protection shell, the positioning mechanism for positioning is arranged on the shell cover.
[0006] Preferably, the positioning mechanism includes: a slot plate fixedly installed on the protection shell, the slot plate is fixedly installed on the assembly block through a bolt, a rotating shaft is rotatably installed on the assembly block through a bearing, a connecting rod is fixedly installed on the rotating shaft, an assembly plate is fixedly installed on the connecting rod, and an assembly hole for assembling a bolt is formed in the assembly plate.
[0007] Preferably, a slide rod is symmetrically and slidably installed on the protection shell, one end of the slide rod is fixedly connected with the limiting frame, and a spring is sleeved on the slide rod.
[0008] Preferably, the shell cover is symmetrically fixed with a hook, and the protective shell is symmetrically provided with a buckle which is buckled with the corresponding hook.
[0009] Preferably, the protective shell is fixed with a side plate through a screw, and the side plate is provided with a socket for inserting a network cable and a wire hole for inserting a cable.
[0010] Preferably, the limiting frame is L-shaped, and the limiting frame is provided with a protective pad for cushioning the network switch body.
[0011] Preferably, the slide rod is fixed with a limiting block, and the protective shell is symmetrically provided with a sliding hole which is matched with the slide rod.
[0012] Compared with the related art, the network switch mounting protection device has the following advantages
[0013] Beneficial effects:
[0014] The protective shell provides overall protection for the switch, preventing dust, water vapor and collision damage; the limiting frame cooperates with the slide rod and the spring to realize flexible adaptation and stable support for different sizes of switches, reduce shaking and displacement, and protect the stability of the internal components of the switch; the limiting block on the slide rod and the sliding hole of the protective shell ensure accurate sliding of the slide rod and prevent it from coming out, further ensuring stable work of the limiting frame; the groove plate provides basic support for the positioning mechanism, and the positioning mechanism composed of the assembly block, the rotating rod, the connecting rod and the assembly plate facilitates installation and positioning of the shell cover, enhances the sealing and stability of the protection device, and prevents dust from entering; meanwhile, the assembly plate can be fixed on a wall or the like, facilitating placement of the entire protection device, thereby providing comprehensive and effective protection for safe and stable operation of the network switch in a complex environment, and improving reliability and availability of the network system. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0015] Figure 1 Fig. 1 is a front view of a network switch mounting protection device according to the present application;
[0016] Figure 2 Fig. 2 is a front view of a network switch mounting protection device according to the present application;
[0017] Figure 3 Fig. 3 is a sectional view of a network switch mounting protection device according to the present application; Figure 2 Fig. 4 is an enlarged view of part A shown in Fig. 3;
[0018] Figure 4 Fig. 5 is a structure diagram of a fan and a shell cover in the network switch mounting protection device according to the present application.
[0019] Reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Protective shell; 2. Limiting frame; 3. Main body of network switch; 4. Shell cover; 5. Cooling fan; 6. Mesh cover; 7. Air duct; 8. Filter plate; 9. Exhaust hole; 10. Sliding rod; 11. Spring; 12. Slot plate; 13. Assembly block; 14. Rotating rod; 15. Connecting rod; 16. Assembly plate; 17. Side plate. Detailed Implementation
[0020] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs; the terminology used herein in the specification of the application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application; the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, in the specification, claims, and foregoing drawings of this application are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. The terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, or foregoing drawings of this application are used to distinguish different objects, not to describe a particular order.
[0021] In this document, the term "embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.
[0022] This utility model embodiment provides a network switch installation protection device, such as... Figures 1-4 As shown, the network switch installation protection device includes: a protective shell 1, inside which adjustable spacing limit frames 2 are symmetrically arranged for placing the network switch body 3; a detachable shell cover 4 on the protective shell 1, the shell cover 4 having an air inlet, the air inlet being equipped with a cooling fan 5 for ventilation; a mesh cover 6 fixedly installed on the top of the shell cover 4 by bolts to cover the air inlet; an air guide duct 7 fixedly installed on the air outlet end of the air inlet, the air guide duct 7 having a removable filter plate 8; an exhaust hole 9 opened at the bottom of the protective shell 1 for exhaust and heat dissipation; and a positioning mechanism on the shell cover 4 for positioning.
[0023] In the embodiment, the protective shell 1 provides an overall protective space for the network switch body 3, isolates most of the dust, moisture and possible physical damage such as collision from the outside, avoids direct exposure of the switch to the harsh computer room environment, and plays a basic protection role; the spacing adjustable design of the limiting frame 2 facilitates the adaptation of network switches of different size specifications, ensures that the switch can be stably placed in the protective shell 1, prevents displacement when subjected to vibration or movement, thereby protecting the stability of internal component connections, avoiding problems such as interface loosening or circuit board damage caused by shaking; the shell cover 4 cooperates with the protective shell 1 to further close the protective space and prevent dust from entering from above. At the same time, the air inlet is provided on the shell cover 4 to provide an air flow channel for heat dissipation, ensuring that the heat generated during the operation of the switch can be dissipated in time, maintaining the appropriate working temperature of the internal electronic components and preventing performance degradation or failure due to overheating; the cooling fan 5 is assembled in the air inlet to actively accelerate air flow, improve heat dissipation efficiency, make the hot air in the protective shell 1 be discharged faster, and the outside cold air be able to enter more quickly, enhancing the heat dissipation effect of the switch, further ensuring the stability and reliability of the electronic components and prolonging the service life; the mesh cover 6 is fixedly installed on the top of the shell cover 4 by bolts to cover the air inlet, effectively blocking the dust and debris of larger particles from the outside from entering the protective shell 1 with the air, preventing them from entering the switch and affecting heat dissipation and normal operation of the electronic components, playing a preliminary dustproof role and reducing the erosion of dust on the switch; the air duct 7 is connected to the air outlet end of the air inlet, which can guide the flow direction of the incoming air to make it more evenly distributed in the protective shell 1, improve the uniformity of heat dissipation effect, and avoid local overheating.Meanwhile, the air guide pipe 7 is provided with a pullable and detachable filter plate 8, the filter plate 8 can further filter the tiny dust particles in the air, the air entering the protective shell 1 is secondarily purified, the dust entering the switch is maximally reduced, the problem that the switch is seriously eroded by dust is effectively solved, the inside of the switch is guaranteed to be clean, the heat dissipation is reduced due to dust accumulation and the risk of short circuit failure is reduced, the air circulation is maintained, the continuous heat dissipation process is ensured, and the switch is guaranteed to work stably in a good temperature environment; the positioning mechanism is arranged on the shell cover 4 and is used for accurate positioning between the shell cover 4 and the protective shell 1, so that the protective shell 1 can be accurately and reliably closed each time the shell cover 4 is installed, the overall sealing performance and protection performance of the protection device are guaranteed, the gap caused by improper installation of the shell cover 4 is prevented, the dust is prevented from entering the protective shell 1, the protection effect of the switch is further guaranteed, and the erosion of the switch by dust is effectively resisted; in summary, the network switch installation protection device solves the problem that the network switch is seriously eroded by dust due to lack of protection during installation through the cooperation of various components, simultaneously considers heat dissipation and stability protection, provides reliable protection measures for the network switch in a complex actual use environment, improves the stability and reliability of the network switch, prolongs the service life, and reduces the maintenance cost and the failure rate.
[0024] In a further preferred embodiment of the utility model, the positioning mechanism comprises: a groove plate 12 fixedly installed on the protective shell 1, a mounting block 13 fixedly installed on the groove plate 12 through bolts, a rotating rod 14 rotatably installed on the mounting block 13 through a bearing, a connecting rod 15 fixedly installed on the rotating rod 14, and a mounting plate 16 fixedly installed on the connecting rod 15 and provided with mounting holes for mounting bolts.
[0025] In the embodiment, the groove plate 12 is fixedly installed on the protective shell 1, providing a stable basic support structure for the installation of subsequent components, so that the entire positioning mechanism can accurately cooperate with the protective shell 1, ensuring the accuracy and stability of positioning. The mounting block 13 is fixedly installed on the groove plate 12 through bolts, which is convenient for installation and disassembly; the connecting rod 15, as a component connecting the rotating rod 14 and the mounting plate 16, plays a role in transmitting force and motion. It converts the rotation of the rotating rod 14 into the translation and angle adjustment of the mounting plate 16; the mounting plate 16 is provided with mounting holes for mounting bolts to fix the mounting plate 16 to a wall or other location.
[0026] In a further preferred embodiment of the utility model, the protective shell 1 is symmetrically provided with a sliding rod 10, one end of the sliding rod 10 is fixedly connected with the limiting frame 2, and the sliding rod 10 is sleeved with a spring 11.
[0027] In the embodiment, the slide rod 10 is symmetrically and slidingly installed on the protective shell 1, and one end of the slide rod 10 is fixedly connected with the limiting frame 2. This design enables the limiting frame 2 to stably slide in the protective shell 1, thereby realizing flexible adaptation to network switch bodies 3 of different sizes. When the switch is placed, the slide rod 10 can slide in the corresponding track on the protective shell 1 along with the movement of the limiting frame 2, ensuring that the limiting frame 2 always remains horizontal and stable, thereby providing reliable support and limiting for the switch; the elastic force of the spring 11 always acts on the limiting frame 2, so that the limiting frame 2 can remain in a relatively stable position without external interference.
[0028] In further preferable embodiments of the utility model, the shell cover 4 is symmetrically and fixedly provided with a clamping hook, and the protective shell 1 is symmetrically provided with a clasp, and the clasp is buckled with the corresponding clamping hook.
[0029] In the embodiment, the design that the clamping hook on the shell cover 4 is buckled with the clasp on the protective shell 1 improves the installation convenience of the protective device, significantly enhances the sealing property and stability of the protective device, provides more reliable protection for the network switch, and effectively solves a series of problems that may be caused by dust invasion and unstable shell cover.
[0030] In further preferable embodiments of the utility model, the protective shell 1 is fixedly provided with a side plate 17 through a screw, and the side plate 17 is provided with a socket for inserting a network cable and a wire hole for inserting a cable.
[0031] In the embodiment, the socket provided on the side plate 17 is specially used for inserting a network cable, and the position and size of the socket are matched with the network interface of the switch, thereby facilitating the plugging and unplugging operation of the network cable. In actual network wiring, an operator can accurately and conveniently insert the network cable into the socket of the side plate 17.
[0032] In further preferable embodiments of the utility model, the limiting frame 2 is L-shaped, and the limiting frame 2 is provided with a protective pad for cushioning the network switch body 3.
[0033] In the embodiment, the L-shaped design enables the limiting frame 2 to limit and fix the network switch body 3 from two mutually perpendicular directions, thereby providing stable support and preventing the switch from shaking up and down in the protective shell 1.
[0034] In further preferable embodiments of the utility model, the slide rod 10 is fixedly provided with a limiting block, and the protective shell 1 is symmetrically provided with a sliding hole, and the sliding hole is matched with the slide rod 10.
[0035] In the embodiment, the limiting block on the slide rod 10 and the sliding hole on the protective shell 1 matched with the slide rod 10 jointly limit the movement of the slide rod 10 and the limiting frame 2, which further enhances the stability of the network switch mounting protection device from the aspects of preventing the slide rod from coming out and ensuring the sliding accuracy.
[0036] In summary, the protective shell 1 provides overall protection for the switch to prevent damage from dust, water vapor and collision; the limiting frame 2 cooperates with the slide rod 10 and the spring 11 to realize flexible adaptation and stable support for switches of different sizes, reduce shaking and displacement, and protect the stability of internal components; the limiting block on the slide rod 10 and the sliding hole on the protective shell 1 ensure the accurate sliding of the slide rod 10 and prevent it from coming out, further ensuring the stable work of the limiting frame 2; the groove plate 12 provides basic support for the positioning mechanism, and the positioning mechanism composed of the assembly block 13, the rotating rod 14, the connecting rod 15 and the assembly plate 16 facilitates the installation and positioning of the shell cover 4, enhances the sealing and stability of the protection device, and prevents dust from entering; at the same time, the assembly plate 16 can be fixed on a wall or other place, facilitating the placement of the entire protection device, thereby providing comprehensive and effective protection for the safe and stable operation of the network switch in complex environments, and improving the reliability and availability of the network system.
[0037] It should be noted that the circuits, electronic components and modules involved in the present application are all prior art, and those skilled in the art can implement them without further description, and the content protected by the present application does not involve improvement of software and methods.
[0038] In several embodiments provided by the present application, it should be understood that the disclosed device can be implemented in other ways.
[0039] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, and not to limit the protection scope of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some of the embodiments of the present application, not all the embodiments. Based on these embodiments, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative labor fall within the scope of protection of the present application. Although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, those skilled in the art can still combine, add or delete the features in the embodiments of the present application according to the circumstances without creative labor, so as to obtain different, but essentially not deviating from the concept of the present application, other technical solutions. These technical solutions also belong to the scope of protection of the present application.
Claims
1. A network switch installation shield, comprising: Include: Protective shell, the protective shell is symmetrically provided with adjustable spacing limit frame, for placing network switch body; The detachable shell cover is arranged on the protective shell, the shell cover is provided with an air inlet, and a cooling fan for ventilation is arranged in the air inlet; The mesh cover is fixedly installed on the top of the shell cover for covering the air inlet; The air duct is fixedly installed on the air outlet end of the air inlet, and the air duct is provided with a filter plate which can be pulled out and detached; The exhaust hole is opened in the bottom of the protective shell for exhaust and heat dissipation; The positioning mechanism is arranged on the shell cover for positioning.
2. The network switch mounting shield of claim 1, wherein, The positioning mechanism includes: The groove plate is fixedly installed on the protective shell, and the assembly block is fixedly installed on the groove plate through the bolt; The rotating shaft is rotatably installed on the assembly block through the bearing, the connecting rod is fixedly installed on the rotating shaft, the assembly plate is fixedly installed on the connecting rod, and the assembly hole is arranged on the assembly plate.
3. The network switch mounting shield of claim 1, wherein, The slide rod is symmetrically and slidably installed on the protective shell, one end of the slide rod is fixedly connected with the limit frame, and the spring is sleeved on the slide rod.
4. The network switch mounting shield of claim 1, wherein, The shell cover is symmetrically and fixedly installed with the clamping hook, the protective shell is symmetrically provided with the buckle, and the buckle is engaged with the corresponding clamping hook.
5. The network switch mounting shield of claim 1, wherein, The side plate is fixedly installed on the protective shell through the screw, the side plate is provided with the socket for inserting the network cable and the wire hole for inserting the cable.
6. The network switch mounting shield of claim 1, wherein, The limit frame is L-shaped, and the protective pad for protecting the network switch body is arranged on the limit frame.
7. The network switch mounting shield of claim 3, wherein, The limiting block is fixedly installed on the slide rod, and the slide hole is symmetrically arranged on the protective shell and matched with the slide rod.