RJ45 structure and notebook computer

Abstract

The utility model discloses an RJ45 structure and a notebook computer, and relates to the technical field of data interfaces, the RJ45 structure comprises a housing, an upper cover and an RJ45 joint, and the housing is provided with a socket; the upper cover covers the socket, an interface is defined by the upper cover and the socket, the upper cover is rotationally connected with the shell, and the upper cover is provided with a first buckling part; the RJ45 connector is connected with the interface in a pluggable mode, the RJ45 connector is provided with a second buckling part facing the upper cover, and after the RJ45 connector is inserted into the interface, the first buckling part is matched with the second buckling part so as to limit the RJ45 connector to be separated from the interface.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of data interface technology, and in particular to an RJ45 structure and a laptop computer. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of computer technology and the continuous improvement of people's living standards, laptops, with their slim and lightweight design and powerful performance, are increasingly favored by users and are gradually entering thousands of households, becoming a common tool in people's daily work or leisure activities. In order to reduce the weight and size of laptops for easy portability, the requirements for laptop thickness are also gradually increasing. The trend towards thinner and lighter designs is the development trend of laptops, and laptops widely adopt the RJ45 interface as the standard interface for Ethernet connection.

[0003] Existing laptops generally use a direct-plug method to connect network cables. The RJ45 interface and its related circuit board take up a lot of space. The thickness of the laptop is limited by the size of the network cable interface on the side wall. In order to accommodate the network cable interface, a bump is also set on the bottom of the shell, which not only limits the thickness of the laptop, but also affects the overall aesthetics. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main purpose of this invention is to propose an RJ45 structure and a laptop computer, aiming to reduce the overall thickness of the RJ45 structure and meet the requirements of the thin and light design of laptop computers.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the RJ45 structure proposed in this utility model includes:

[0006] Housing, the housing being provided with a socket;

[0007] The upper cover is disposed on the socket and forms an interface with the socket. The upper cover is rotatably connected to the housing and is provided with a first fastening part.

[0008] An RJ45 connector is plugged into the interface. The RJ45 connector has a second fastening part facing the upper cover. After the RJ45 connector is inserted into the interface, the first fastening part and the second fastening part cooperate to prevent the RJ45 connector from detaching from the interface.

[0009] In one embodiment, the first fastening part is a first protrusion provided at the bottom of the upper cover, and the second fastening part is a second protrusion provided at the top of the RJ45 connector, wherein the first protrusion and the second protrusion are fastened and limited.

[0010] In one embodiment, the RJ45 structure further includes a limiting bracket and an elastic element. The limiting bracket is connected to the housing and has a shaft hole. The upper cover has a rotating shaft, which is inserted into the shaft hole. The elastic element is wound around the rotating shaft so that the upper cover can be elastically reset after being flipped along the housing.

[0011] In one embodiment, the RJ45 structure further includes a limiting component, which includes a first limiting member and a second limiting member. The first limiting member is connected to the upper cover, and the second limiting member is connected to the limiting bracket. The RJ45 connector is inserted into the interface so that the first limiting member and the second limiting member abut against each other to limit the flip angle of the upper cover.

[0012] In one embodiment, the first limiting member is a latching protrusion extending outward along the axial direction of the rotation axis on the side wall of the upper cover, and the second limiting member is a baffle structure disposed inside the limiting bracket. The baffle structure forms a latching groove, and the latching protrusion is disposed in the latching groove and abuts against the inner wall of the latching groove.

[0013] In one embodiment, the RJ45 connector includes a body and a pressing member. The body is connected and engaged with the socket. The pressing member is elastically connected to the top of the body and is set at an angle to the body along its length. A second fastening part is provided on the pressing member. When the pressing member is pressed, a portion of its structure moves closer to the body to disengage the first fastening part from the second fastening part.

[0014] In one embodiment, the first limiting member and the upper cover are an integral structure, and the second limiting member and the limiting bracket are an integral structure.

[0015] In one embodiment, a heat dissipation groove is formed on the side of the top cover facing the socket, and the heat dissipation groove is in communication with the outside.

[0016] In one embodiment, the top cover is flush with the housing.

[0017] This utility model also proposes a laptop computer, which includes the RJ45 structure and PCB board described above. The PCB board is disposed inside the housing and located on one side of the laptop computer. The PCB board is connected to multiple data interfaces, and the socket is connected to the PCB board and distributed at intervals with the data interfaces.

[0018] This utility model proposes an RJ45 structure, including a housing, a top cover, and an RJ45 connector. The top cover is placed over the socket and surrounds it to form an interface, effectively protecting the conductive components inside the socket and preventing dust and debris from entering and affecting connection performance. Simultaneously, the rotatable connection between the top cover and the housing allows for flexible opening and closing, facilitating connection when the RJ45 connector needs to be inserted. This reduces the overall thickness of the RJ45 structure, contributing to a thinner and lighter laptop design. After the RJ45 connector is inserted into the interface, the first locking part on the top cover engages with the second locking part on the RJ45 connector, preventing the connector from detaching from the interface. This significantly enhances connection stability, preventing network signal interruptions due to loose connectors and ensuring reliable data transmission. The RJ45 structure maintains a stable connection throughout use, providing a solid foundation for network communication and other applications. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a laptop computer according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A partial schematic diagram of the internal structure of a Chinese-made laptop computer;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the RJ45 structure provided by this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Front view of the RJ45 structure;

[0024] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of the RJ45 structure at point AA.

[0025] Figure 6 for Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of the RJ45 structure at point BB.

[0026] Figure 7 for Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the upper and middle covers;

[0027] Figure 8 for Figure 3 Another structural diagram of the upper and middle covers;

[0028] Figure 9 for Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the middle limit bracket;

[0029] Figure 10 for Figure 3 Another structural diagram of the middle limiting bracket;

[0030] Figure 11 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a Chinese RJ45 connector.

[0031] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0032] 100. Laptop computer; 10. RJ45 structure; 1. Shell; 11. Socket; 2. Top cover; 21. First fastening part; 22. Rotating shaft; 23. First limiting member; 24. Heat dissipation groove; 3. RJ45 connector; 31. Main body; 32. Pressing member; 321. Second fastening part; 4. Limiting bracket; 41. Shaft hole; 42. Second limiting member; 5. Elastic member; 20. PCB board; 30. Data interface.

[0033] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0035] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0036] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0037] With the rapid development of computer technology and the continuous improvement of people's living standards, laptops, with their slim and lightweight design and powerful performance, are increasingly favored by users and are gradually entering thousands of households, becoming a common tool in people's daily work or leisure activities. In order to reduce the weight and size of laptops for easy portability, the requirements for laptop thickness are also gradually increasing. The trend towards thinner and lighter designs is the development trend of laptops, and laptops widely adopt the RJ45 interface as the standard interface for Ethernet connection.

[0038] Existing laptops generally use a direct-plug method to connect network cables. The RJ45 interface and its related circuit board take up a lot of space. The thickness of the laptop is limited by the size of the network cable interface on the side wall. In order to accommodate the network cable interface, a bump is also set on the bottom of the shell, which not only limits the thickness of the laptop, but also affects the overall aesthetics.

[0039] To solve the above problems, please refer to... Figures 1 to 11 This utility model proposes an RJ45 structure 10, including a housing 1, a top cover 2, and an RJ45 connector 3. The housing 1 is provided with a socket 11; the top cover 2 covers the socket 11 and forms an interface with the socket 11. The top cover 2 is rotatably connected to the housing 1 and is provided with a first fastening part 21; the RJ45 connector 3 is plugged into and detached from the interface. The RJ45 connector 3 is provided with a second fastening part 321 facing the top cover 2. After the RJ45 connector 3 is inserted into the interface, the first fastening part 21 and the second fastening part 321 cooperate to prevent the RJ45 connector 3 from disengaging from the interface.

[0040] This utility model proposes an RJ45 structure 10, including a housing 1, a top cover 2, and an RJ45 connector 3. The top cover 2 covers the socket 11 and surrounds it to form an interface, effectively protecting the conductive components inside the socket 11 and preventing dust, debris, etc., from entering and affecting the connection performance. Simultaneously, the rotatable connection between the top cover 2 and the housing 1 allows the top cover 2 to open and close flexibly, facilitating connection when the user needs to insert the RJ45 connector 3. This helps reduce the overall thickness of the RJ45 structure 10, thereby contributing to a thinner and lighter design for the laptop 100. After the RJ45 connector 3 is inserted into the interface, the first latching part 21 on the top cover 2 engages with the second latching part 321 on the RJ45 connector 3, preventing the RJ45 connector 3 from detaching from the interface. This greatly enhances the stability of the connection, avoiding network signal interruptions due to loose connectors and ensuring the reliability of data transmission. This allows the RJ45 structure 10 to maintain a stable connection throughout the entire usage process, providing a solid foundation for network communication and other applications.

[0041] In an optional embodiment, to facilitate a reliable connection between the top cover 2 and the RJ45 connector 3, the first fastening part 21 is a first protrusion located at the bottom of the top cover 2, and the second fastening part 321 is a second protrusion located at the top of the RJ45 connector 3. The first protrusion and the second protrusion are engaged and limited in position. Please refer to Figures 3 to 4. Figure 5 The first protrusion is located at the bottom of the upper cover 2, and the second protrusion is located at the top of the connector. When the RJ45 connector 3 is inserted into the interface, the upper cover 2 is lifted up or the user lifts it to rotate it at a certain angle relative to the housing 1, so that the RJ45 connector 3 can connect with the socket 11. After being inserted into place, the upper cover 2 can return to its original position under its own weight. At this time, the first protrusion at the bottom of the upper cover 2 and the second protrusion at the top of the RJ45 connector 3 cooperate to limit the RJ45 connector 3, restricting its range of motion within the interface, thereby effectively preventing the connector from accidentally detaching from the interface due to external vibration, pulling, or other factors. Moreover, the protrusion structure is easy to process and manufacture, and can be easily implemented in production processes such as mold forming, ensuring the quality and consistency of mass production. At the same time, in actual use, the user can also intuitively feel whether the fastening is in place, making it convenient to judge the connection status, further improving the practicality and reliability of the entire RJ45 structure 10.

[0042] In an optional embodiment, to further improve the stability of the RJ45 structure 10, please refer to Figures 3 to 4. Figure 6The RJ45 structure 10 also includes a limiting bracket 4 and an elastic element 5. The limiting bracket 4 is connected to the housing 1 and has a shaft hole 41. The upper cover 2 has a rotating shaft 22, which is inserted into the shaft hole 41. The elastic element 5 is wound around the rotating shaft 22 so that the upper cover 2 can elastically return to its original position after being flipped along the housing 1. The limiting bracket 4, connected to the housing 1, provides support and positioning. Its shaft hole 41 cooperates with the rotating shaft 22 of the upper cover 2, allowing the upper cover 2 to stably flip around the rotating shaft 22 on the housing 1. The elastic element 5, wound around the rotating shaft 22, facilitates the elastic return of the upper cover 2 and further enhances the connection strength between the upper cover 2 and the RJ45 connector 3. When the user opens the upper cover 2 for operation, the elastic element 5 can use its own elasticity to automatically return the upper cover 2 to the closed state when released, improving the user experience and eliminating the need to manually close the upper cover 2. Meanwhile, the cooperation between the elastic element 5 and the rotating shaft 22 makes the top cover 2 rotate more smoothly during the flipping process, reducing potential damage caused by friction or jamming between components, extending the service life of the entire RJ45 structure 10, ensuring that the connection between the top cover 2 and the housing 1 can still maintain good performance under multiple opening and closing operations, maintaining the interface protection function and the stability of the RJ45 connector 3 connection. In this embodiment, the elastic element 5 is a torsion spring. When the top cover 2 flips relative to the housing 1, the torsion spring is stretched and accumulates elastic potential energy. When the RJ45 connector 3 is inserted into place, the torsion spring loses its external force restraint and rebounds to press the RJ45 connector 3, thus realizing the cooperation between the first fastening part 21 and the second fastening part 321. The pressure generated by the torsion spring can also make the top cover 2 press the RJ45 connector 3 to achieve a stable connection.

[0043] In an optional embodiment, to further improve the stability of the connection between the RJ45 connector 3 and the interface, please refer to... Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figures 6 to 10The RJ45 structure 10 also includes a limiting component, comprising a first limiting member 23 and a second limiting member 42. The first limiting member 23 is connected to the upper cover 2, and the second limiting member 42 is connected to the limiting bracket 4. When the RJ45 connector 3 is inserted into the interface, the first limiting member 23 and the second limiting member 42 abut against each other to limit the flip angle of the upper cover 2. In daily use, once the RJ45 connector 3 is inserted into the interface and the connection is stable, the flip angle of the upper cover 2 is limited by the limiting component, preventing excessive flipping of the upper cover 2 from damaging the internal structure or causing problems with the fit between the fasteners. Simultaneously, by limiting the flip angle of the upper cover 2, the positional stability of the RJ45 connector 3 within the interface is also ensured to a certain extent, preventing unnecessary external force from being applied to the RJ45 connector 3 due to excessive movement of the upper cover 2, thus affecting the reliability of data transmission. Moreover, the presence of the limiting component helps improve the assembly accuracy and overall performance of the entire RJ45 structure 10, providing users with a more stable, reliable, and easy-to-operate network connection interface.

[0044] Furthermore, the first limiting member 23 has a latching protrusion extending outward along the axial direction of the rotation shaft 22 on the side wall of the cover 2, and the second limiting member 42 is a baffle structure located inside the limiting bracket 4. The baffle structure forms a latching groove, and the latching protrusion is located in the latching groove and abuts against the inner wall of the groove. This design of latching protrusion and latching groove makes the flipping angle limitation of the cover 2 more precise and reliable. The latching protrusion extends from the side wall of the cover 2 and can slide along the latching groove during the flipping process of the cover 2. When the RJ45 connector is inserted into the interface, the cover 2 flips, causing the latching protrusion to gradually approach the inner wall of the latching groove. When the cover 2 flips to the maximum angle, the latching protrusion abuts against the inner wall of the latching groove, limiting the further flipping of the cover 2. At this time, the first fastening part 21 and the second fastening part 321 also cooperate, thus limiting the movement of both the cover 2 and the RJ45 connector 3, ensuring the overall stability of the RJ45 structure 10.

[0045] In an optional embodiment, the first limiting member 23 and the upper cover 2 are integrally integrated, and the second limiting member 42 and the limiting bracket 4 are integrally integrated. During manufacturing, the integral structure reduces the number of parts and assembly steps, lowering production costs and assembly complexity. The integral design of the first limiting member 23 and the upper cover 2 ensures the connection strength between them, preventing problems such as the first limiting member 23 detaching from the upper cover 2 due to long-term use or external forces, thus ensuring the long-term stability of the limiting function. Similarly, the integral structure of the second limiting member 42 and the limiting bracket 4 also enhances its overall strength and reliability, enabling it to withstand greater forces when limiting the flipping angle of the upper cover 2 without easily being damaged. The integral structure also improves the overall precision of the structure. During production and use, the fit between components is tighter, reducing potential shaking and abnormal noise caused by gaps or looseness between parts, extending the service life of the entire RJ45 structure 10, and providing users with a more stable, durable, and easy-to-maintain network connection interface.

[0046] In an optional embodiment, for ease of unplugging the RJ45 connector 3 from the interface, please refer to... Figure 3 and Figure 11 The RJ45 connector 3 includes a main body 31 and a pressing member 32. The main body 31 is connected and engaged with the socket 11. The pressing member 32 is elastically connected to the top of the main body 31 and is set at an angle to the main body 31 along its length. A second fastening part 321 is provided on the pressing member 32. When the pressing member 32 is pressed, a part of its structure moves closer to the main body 31 to disengage the first fastening part 21 from the second fastening part 321. This design allows the pressing member 32 to have a certain amount of room for movement and elastic deformation capability. The second fastening part 321 is provided on the pressing member 32. When the user presses the pressing member 32, the part of its structure away from the end connected to the main body 31 can move closer to the main body 31, thereby disengaging the first fastening part 21 from the second fastening part 321, making it easier for the user to pull the RJ45 connector 3 out of the interface. Conversely, when inserted, the elastic deformation of the pressing member 32 allows the fastening part to engage smoothly, achieving a locked connection. This design not only makes it easier for users to operate and reduces the difficulty of connecting and disconnecting the RJ45 connector 3, but also ensures more precise engagement between the locking parts during insertion and removal, reducing potential damage to the locking parts due to improper operation, and improving the reliability and durability of the entire RJ45 structure 10, so that it can maintain good connection performance even in frequent insertion and removal scenarios.

[0047] In an alternative embodiment, please refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8The top cover 2 also has a heat dissipation groove 24 on the side facing the socket 11, which is connected to the outside. When current passes through the socket 11 and the RJ45 connector 3 for data transmission, especially during long-term high-speed data transmission or high-power applications, the electronic components at the interface may generate heat. The heat dissipation groove 24 provides a channel for heat dissipation, allowing the heat generated inside the interface to be dissipated to the external environment in a timely manner, effectively reducing the internal temperature of the interface. This helps extend the service life of the electronic components inside the interface, prevents component performance degradation or damage due to overheating, and thus ensures the stability and reliability of the entire RJ45 structure 10.

[0048] In an alternative embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 The top cover 2 is flush with the casing 1. In actual use, the flush design of the top cover 2 with the casing 1 prevents the top cover 2 from protruding and being easily bumped or snagged, reducing the risk of damage to the top cover 2 or the internal structure of the interface due to external impact. The flush design also improves the aesthetics of the laptop 100. At the same time, the flush design also facilitates the portability and installation of the entire device. When the RJ45 structure 10 is used in devices such as the laptop 100, the protrusion of the top cover 2 will not increase the size of the device or affect its placement and use, allowing it to better integrate into various application scenarios, such as use in confined spaces or when multiple devices are stacked, maintaining good compatibility and practicality, improving the user experience, and enhancing the product's market competitiveness.

[0049] This utility model also proposes a laptop computer 100, which includes an RJ45 connector 10 and a PCB board 20. The PCB board is disposed inside the casing 1 and located on one side of the laptop computer 100. The PCB board 20 is connected to multiple data interfaces 30, and a socket 11 is connected to the PCB board 20 and spaced apart from the data interfaces 30. The specific structure of the RJ45 connector 10 is as described in the above embodiments. Since this laptop computer 100 adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be described in detail here. Please refer to... Figure 1 and Figure 2The RJ45 connector 10 and other data interfaces 30 are integrated on one side of the laptop 100. A small PCB board 20 inside the laptop 100 is used to connect the RJ45 connector 10 and other data interfaces 30, optimizing the internal circuit board layout and saving internal space. This also integrates multiple data transmission methods, allowing users to choose the appropriate interface for their needs. The socket 11 and data interfaces 30 are spaced apart, making efficient use of space, avoiding interference between interfaces, and improving the overall layout of the interface area. This provides robust hardware support for users performing network communication and other operations on the laptop 100, enhancing the overall performance and user experience.

[0050] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An RJ45 structure, characterized in that, include: Housing, the housing being provided with a socket; The upper cover is disposed on the socket and forms an interface with the socket. The upper cover is rotatably connected to the housing and is provided with a first fastening part. An RJ45 connector is plugged into the interface. The RJ45 connector has a second fastening part facing the upper cover. After the RJ45 connector is inserted into the interface, the first fastening part and the second fastening part cooperate to prevent the RJ45 connector from detaching from the interface.

2. The RJ45 structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first fastening part is a first protrusion located at the bottom of the upper cover, and the second fastening part is a second protrusion located at the top of the RJ45 connector. The first protrusion and the second protrusion are fastened and limited.

3. The RJ45 structure as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The RJ45 structure also includes a limiting bracket and an elastic element. The limiting bracket is connected to the housing and has a shaft hole. The upper cover has a rotating shaft, which is inserted into the shaft hole. The elastic element is wound around the rotating shaft so that the upper cover can be elastically reset after being flipped along the housing.

4. The RJ45 structure as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The RJ45 structure also includes a limiting component, which includes a first limiting member and a second limiting member. The first limiting member is connected to the upper cover, and the second limiting member is connected to the limiting bracket. The RJ45 connector is inserted into the interface so that the first limiting member and the second limiting member abut against each other to limit the flip angle of the upper cover.

5. The RJ45 structure as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The first limiting member is a latching protrusion structure extending outward along the axial direction of the rotation axis on the side wall of the upper cover. The second limiting member is a baffle structure located inside the limiting bracket. The baffle structure forms a latching groove, and the latching protrusion structure is located in the latching groove and abuts against the inner wall of the latching groove.

6. The RJ45 structure as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The RJ45 connector includes a body and a pressing member. The body is connected and engaged with the socket. The pressing member is elastically connected to the top of the body and is set at an angle to the body along its length. The second fastening part is provided on the pressing member. When the pressing member is pressed, a part of its structure moves closer to the body to achieve the disengagement of the first fastening part and the second fastening part.

7. The RJ45 structure as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The first limiting member and the upper cover are an integral structure, and the second limiting member and the limiting bracket are an integral structure.

8. The RJ45 structure as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The side of the top cover facing the socket also has a heat dissipation groove, which is connected to the outside.

9. The RJ45 structure as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The top cover is flush with the housing.

10. A laptop computer, characterized in that, Including the RJ45 structure as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, and The PCB board is disposed inside the housing and located on one side of the laptop computer. The PCB board is connected to multiple data interfaces, and the socket is connected to the PCB board and distributed at intervals with the data interfaces.

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