Case and network equipment

Abstract

The utility model provides a case and network equipment, and relates to the technical field of communication. A case is applied to network equipment and comprises a case body; the front panel is fixed at a case opening of the case body; wherein the front panel comprises a panel frame body, and a panel opening is formed in the front side of the panel frame body; and the plurality of port baffle plates are arranged in a manner of being separated from the panel frame body, are arranged at the panel opening and divide the panel opening into a plurality of port areas, and the port areas are used for accommodating ports of the network equipment. Through the structure, the utilization rate of the limited space on the front side of the network equipment can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This specification relates to the field of communication technology, and in particular to a chassis and network device. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of network technology, in order to improve the bandwidth of network devices, the number of network ports deployed, as the core components for traffic input and output, has also increased. However, network devices have relatively strict size limitations; therefore, how to maximize the number of network ports within a limited size is a problem that urgently needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To overcome the problems existing in related technologies, this specification provides a chassis and a network device.

[0004] According to a first aspect of the embodiments of this specification, a chassis is provided for use in a network device, comprising:

[0005] Box;

[0006] The front panel is fixed to the chassis opening of the enclosure;

[0007] The front panel includes:

[0008] A panel frame, wherein a panel opening is formed on the front side of the panel frame;

[0009] Several port baffles are separately disposed from the panel frame, located at the panel opening, and divide the panel opening into several port areas, which are used to accommodate the ports of the network device.

[0010] Optionally, the port baffle includes:

[0011] Extension;

[0012] The fixing part is fixed to the panel frame.

[0013] Optionally, the fixing part is a snap-fit ​​piece disposed at at least one end of the extension;

[0014] The edge of the panel opening of the panel frame is formed with a snap-fit ​​hole that mates with the snap-fit ​​piece.

[0015] Optionally, the snap-fit ​​tabs are disposed at both ends of the extension.

[0016] Optionally, the snap-fit ​​tab is disposed at one end of the extension, and the other end of the extension is provided with a bent portion, on which a fixing hole is formed;

[0017] The bent portion is fixed to the panel frame through the fixing hole.

[0018] Optionally, a limiting post is formed on the front side of the extension, and a limiting groove is formed on the front side of the panel frame. The limiting post is engaged with the limiting groove to limit the port baffle.

[0019] Optionally, the fixing part is a bent part provided at both ends of the extension part, and a fixing hole is formed on the bent part;

[0020] The bent portion is fixed to the panel frame through the fixing hole.

[0021] Optionally, the fixing part is a fixing plate disposed at both ends of the extension, and the fixing plate has fixing holes formed on both sides of the extension;

[0022] The fixing plate is fixed to the panel frame through the fixing hole.

[0023] Optionally, a slope is formed on one side of the panel frame, and a plurality of ventilation holes are formed on the slope;

[0024] The fixing part is fixed to the slope, and the ventilation hole is at least around the fixed position of the fixing part on the slope.

[0025] According to a second aspect of the embodiments of this specification, a network device is provided, comprising:

[0026] The chassis described in any of the above; and,

[0027] A circuit board having a plurality of port groups on it, the port groups protruding from the panel opening of the chassis;

[0028] The port baffle in the chassis separates adjacent port groups at the panel opening.

[0029] The technical solutions provided in the embodiments of this specification may include the following beneficial effects:

[0030] In the embodiments described in this specification, the overall panel opening of the front panel of the network device can be divided into several port areas by a panel frame and a port baffle formed separately. The port baffle can occupy less space, allowing the panel opening to accommodate more ports, thereby increasing the number of ports that can be deployed on the front panel of the network device and improving the utilization rate of the limited space on the front side of the network device.

[0031] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit this specification. Attached Figure Description

[0032] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this specification and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this specification.

[0033] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a chassis involved in this application;

[0034] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a port baffle in a chassis according to an embodiment of this application, wherein the two ends of the port baffle are provided with snap-fit ​​tabs;

[0035] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the front panel of a chassis involved in this application;

[0036] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a port baffle in a chassis according to an embodiment of this application, wherein a snap-fit ​​piece is provided at one end of the port baffle and a bent portion is provided at the other end;

[0037] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a port baffle in a chassis according to an embodiment of this application, wherein the port baffle has bent portions at both ends;

[0038] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a port baffle in a chassis according to an embodiment of this application, wherein fixing plates are provided at both ends of the port baffle;

[0039] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a network device involved in this application. Detailed Implementation

[0040] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numerals in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this specification. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this specification as detailed in the appended claims.

[0041] The terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of this specification. The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” as used in this specification and the appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term “and / or” as used herein refers to and includes any and all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0042] It should be understood that although the terms first, second, third, etc., may be used in this specification to describe various information, this information should not be limited to these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish information of the same type from one another. For example, without departing from the scope of this specification, first information may also be referred to as second information, and similarly, second information may also be referred to as first information. Depending on the context, the word "if" as used herein may be interpreted as "when," "when," or "in response to determination."

[0043] This application provides a chassis 100, such as Figure 1 As shown, it is applied to network devices, including:

[0044] Box 1;

[0045] The front panel 2 is fixed to the chassis opening 10 of the housing 1;

[0046] The front panel 2 includes:

[0047] A panel frame 20 has a panel opening 21 formed on its front side;

[0048] Several port baffles 22 are separately disposed from the panel frame 20 and are disposed at the panel opening 21, dividing the panel opening 21 into several port areas 23, which are used to accommodate the ports of the network device.

[0049] The enclosure 1 includes a bottom wall, side walls, and a top cover. Its front side forms an enclosure opening 10 for inserting circuit boards. Several port groups are provided on the circuit boards. Each port group can contain one or more ports. The ports in a port group can be arranged horizontally, vertically, or in a 2×5 array. For example, five ports can be arranged horizontally, two ports can be arranged vertically, or a 2×5 port array can be formed by arranging ports horizontally and vertically. The number and arrangement of ports in a port group can be set according to actual needs and are not limited.

[0050] A front panel 2 is provided at the location of the chassis opening 10, which is used to partially cover the chassis opening 10. The front panel 2 includes a split panel frame 20 and a port baffle 22. An integral panel opening 21 is formed on the front side of the panel frame 20. The port baffle 22 can divide the integral panel opening 21 into several port areas 23 as needed. The port areas 23 correspond to the port groups on the circuit board. The port groups in different port areas 23 can have the same or different number of ports, and the different port groups can have the same or different port types. It can be set according to actual needs and is not limited.

[0051] An electromagnetic shielding spring is formed on the outer periphery of the port group. When the port baffle 22 separates the port area 23, the port baffle 22 can contact the electromagnetic shielding spring to prevent gaps between the port groups from causing electromagnetic leakage in the network device, thereby meeting the electromagnetic shielding requirements of the network device.

[0052] Since the panel frame 20 and port baffle 22 in the front panel 2 are formed separately, the size of the port baffle 22 can be better controlled compared to the front panel 2 formed by sheet metal stamping, which compresses the space between the port groups, so that the front panel 2 of the network device can accommodate more ports, thereby improving the utilization rate of the limited space on the front side of the network device.

[0053] Optionally, the port baffle 22, as Figure 1 , 2 As shown, it includes:

[0054] Extension 22A;

[0055] The fixing part 22B is fixed to the panel frame 20.

[0056] The extension 22A extends the port baffle 22 from the upper side to the lower side of the panel frame 20, thereby separating the panel opening 21 to form multiple port areas 23. After the circuit board is fixed to the chassis 100, the two sides of the extension 22A contact the ports on the circuit board to achieve electromagnetic shielding.

[0057] Fixing portions 22B can be formed at both ends of the extension 22A, and these fixing portions 22B can be fixed to the panel frame 20. The fixing method between the fixing portions 22B and the panel frame 20 can be set according to actual needs. Through the fixing between the fixing portions 22B and the panel frame 20, the port baffle 22 is stably maintained in the panel opening 21, thereby achieving stable support of the front panel and reliable separation of the port area.

[0058] Optional, such as Figure 2 , 3 As shown, the fixing part 22B is a snap-fit ​​piece 40 disposed at at least one end of the extension part 22A. The snap-fit ​​piece 40 can be formed together with the port baffle 22 during fabrication. The snap-fit ​​piece 40 can be disposed at one or both ends of the extension part 22A according to actual needs. Figure 2 The image shows a structure in which snap-fit ​​tabs 40 are provided at both ends of the extension 22A. Figure 3 The diagram shows the structure in which a snap-fit ​​tab 40 is provided at one end of the extension 22A;

[0059] The edge of the panel opening 21 of the panel frame 20 is formed with a snap-fit ​​hole 20A that mates with the snap-fit ​​piece 40.

[0060] The snap-fit ​​hole 20A can be formed near the junction of the front side plate 20B and the bottom side plate 20C, and / or the front side plate 20B and the top side plate 20D of the panel frame 20, so that when the port baffle 22 is inserted into the snap-fit ​​hole 20A, the extension 22A can abut against the front side plate 20B, the bottom side plate 20C and the top side plate 20D, thereby achieving more reliable electromagnetic shielding.

[0061] Optional, such as Figure 2 As shown, the snap-fit ​​tabs 40 are disposed at both ends of the extension 22A.

[0062] Optional, such as Figure 3 , 4 As shown, the snap-fit ​​piece 40 is disposed at one end of the extension 22A, and the other end of the extension 22A is provided with a bent portion 41, on which a fixing hole 41A is formed. That is to say, in Figure 3 , 4 In the embodiment shown, one side of the fixing part 22B can be configured as a snap-fit ​​piece 40, and the other side can be configured as a bent part 41 including a fixing hole 41A;

[0063] The bent portion 41 is fixed to the panel frame 20 through the fixing hole 41A. On the side of the panel frame 20 corresponding to the bent portion 41, such as... Figure 3 A riveting hole 20E can be made in the top side plate 20D. A rivet 20F is inserted into the fixing hole 41A and the riveting hole 20E in the top side plate 20D, and presses and fixes the port baffle 22 and the panel frame 20. In addition, it should be noted that, besides the rivet 20F mentioned above, the port baffle 22 and the panel frame 20 can also be connected by other means, such as screws, pins, etc., without limitation.

[0064] Optional, such as Figure 4 As shown, a limiting post 22C is formed on the front side of the extension 22A, and a limiting groove 20G is formed on the front side of the panel frame 20. The limiting post 22C is inserted into the limiting groove 20G to limit the port baffle 22.

[0065] On the front panel 20B of the panel frame 20, a number of limiting grooves 20G can be formed corresponding to the edge of the panel opening 21. These grooves correspond to the limiting posts 22C of the port baffle 22. When the limiting posts 22C are inserted into the limiting grooves 20G, the lateral position of the port baffle 22 can be limited, preventing the port baffle 22 from shifting under the pressure of the port and forming a gap between the panel frame 20 and the port baffle 22, which would lead to electromagnetic leakage in the network device and improve the electromagnetic shielding reliability of the network device.

[0066] Optional, such as Figure 5As shown, the fixing part 22B is a bent part 41 provided at both ends of the extension part 22A, and a fixing hole 41A is formed on the bent part 41. Figure 5 In the embodiment shown, bending portions 41 are formed at both ends of the extension 22A, and a fixing hole 41A is formed on each bending portion 41.

[0067] The bent portion 41 is fixed to the panel frame 20 through the fixing hole 41A.

[0068] The bent portion 41 is fixed to the panel frame 20 through the fixing hole 41A. On the side of the panel frame 20 corresponding to the bent portion 41, there is a corresponding... Figure 5 The port baffle 22 shown can have a riveting hole 20E on the top side plate 20D and the bottom side plate 20C respectively. A rivet 20F is inserted into the fixing hole 41A and the riveting hole 20E on the top side plate 20D, and presses the port baffle 22 and the panel frame 20 together to fix them. In addition, it should be noted that, besides the rivet 20F mentioned above, the port baffle 22 and the panel frame 20 can also be connected by other means, such as screws, pins, etc., without limitation.

[0069] Optional, such as Figure 6 As shown, the fixing part 22B is a fixing plate 42 disposed at both ends of the extension part 22A. The fixing plate 42 has fixing holes 42A formed on both sides of the extension part 22A. The fixing plate 42 and the extension part 22A can be integrally formed by injection molding or separately formed by plug-in or other methods, depending on actual needs. The extension part 22A can be located in the middle of the fixing plate 42. In order to achieve reliable fixing, fixing holes 42A are provided on both sides of the extension part 22A on the fixing plate 42.

[0070] The fixing plate 42 is fixed to the panel frame 20 through the fixing hole 42A.

[0071] The fixing of the port baffle 22 to the panel frame 20 through the fixing holes 42A makes the fixation between the port baffle 22 and the panel frame 20 more stable.

[0072] Optional, such as Figure 3 As shown, a ramp portion 20H is formed on one side of the panel frame 20, and a plurality of ventilation holes 20I are formed on the ramp portion 20H. The ramp portion 20H can be formed on the top side plate 20C, which can be formed with a bent structure. The ramp portion 20H can be the part near the front side plate 20B. A plurality of ventilation holes 20I can be formed on the ramp portion 20H. The ventilation holes 20I can increase the air intake of the network device, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect of the network device.

[0073] The fixing part 22B is fixed to the slope part 20H, and the ventilation hole 20I is at least around the fixed position of the fixing part 22B on the slope part 20H.

[0074] Specifically, the port baffle 22 needs to be installed on the front side of the panel frame 20. The fixing position of the fixing part 22B is located on the front side of the panel frame 20, i.e., the slope 20H. Therefore, when the ventilation hole 20I is formed on the slope 20H, the fixing position of the fixing part 22B needs to be reserved, i.e., the ventilation hole 20I is arranged around the fixing part 22B. Furthermore, according to the ventilation requirements, the number of ventilation holes 20I should be as large as possible. In addition, due to the air intake requirements, the ventilation holes 20I need to be at a certain angle to the top cover of the network device. Therefore, the ventilation holes 20I can be arranged to fill the slope 20H as much as possible. In addition, if there is space leeway at the bottom of the front side plate 20B of the front panel 2, the ventilation hole 20I can also be set at the connection position between the front side plate 20B and the bottom side plate 20D, depending on the actual needs.

[0075] Correspondingly, this application also provides a network device 200, such as Figure 7 As shown, it includes:

[0076] The chassis 100 described in any of the above claims; and,

[0077] A circuit board having a plurality of port groups 201 provided thereon, the port groups 201 protruding from the panel opening 21 of the chassis 100;

[0078] In the chassis 100, the port baffle 22 separates adjacent port groups 201 at the panel opening 21.

[0079] When the circuit board is inserted into the chassis 100 and the front panel 2 is locked, the port baffle 22 can abut against the port groups 201 on the left and right sides respectively, thereby achieving reliable electromagnetic shielding of the network device.

[0080] The technical solutions provided in the embodiments of this specification may include the following beneficial effects:

[0081] In the embodiments described in this specification, the overall panel opening of the front panel of the network device can be divided into several port areas by a panel frame and a port baffle formed separately. The port baffle can occupy less space, allowing the panel opening to accommodate more ports, thereby increasing the number of ports that can be deployed on the front panel of the network device and improving the utilization rate of the limited space on the front side of the network device.

[0082] Other embodiments of this specification will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the invention claimed herein. This specification is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations that follow the general principles of this specification and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not claimed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this specification are indicated by the following claims.

[0083] It should be understood that this specification is not limited to the precise structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this specification is limited only by the appended claims.

[0084] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this specification and is not intended to limit this specification. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this specification should be included within the scope of protection of this specification.

Claims

1. A chassis, characterized in that, Applied to network devices, including: Box; The front panel is fixed to the chassis opening of the enclosure; The front panel includes: A panel frame, wherein a panel opening is formed on the front side of the panel frame; Several port baffles are separately disposed from the panel frame, located at the panel opening, and divide the panel opening into several port areas, which are used to accommodate the ports of the network device.

2. The chassis according to claim 1, characterized in that, The port baffle includes: Extension; The fixing part is fixed to the panel frame.

3. The chassis according to claim 2, characterized in that, The fixing part is a snap-fit ​​piece disposed at at least one end of the extension part; The edge of the panel opening of the panel frame is formed with a snap-fit ​​hole that mates with the snap-fit ​​piece.

4. The chassis according to claim 3, characterized in that, The snap-fit ​​tabs are disposed at both ends of the extension.

5. The chassis according to claim 3, characterized in that, The snap-fit ​​piece is disposed at one end of the extension, and the other end of the extension is provided with a bent portion, on which a fixing hole is formed; The bent portion is fixed to the panel frame through the fixing hole.

6. The chassis according to claim 3, characterized in that, A limiting post is formed on the front side of the extension, and a limiting groove is formed on the front side of the panel frame. The limiting post is inserted into the limiting groove to limit the port baffle.

7. The chassis according to claim 2, characterized in that, The fixing part is a bent part provided at both ends of the extension part, and a fixing hole is formed on the bent part; The bent portion is fixed to the panel frame through the fixing hole.

8. The chassis according to claim 2, characterized in that, The fixing part is a fixing plate disposed at both ends of the extension part, and the fixing plate has fixing holes formed on both sides of the extension part respectively; The fixing plate is fixed to the panel frame through the fixing hole.

9. The chassis according to any one of claims 2-8, characterized in that, A sloping portion is formed on one side of the panel frame, and several ventilation holes are formed on the sloping portion; The fixing part is fixed to the slope, and the ventilation hole is at least around the fixed position of the fixing part on the slope.

10. A network device, characterized in that, include: The chassis as described in any one of claims 1-9 above; as well as, A circuit board having a plurality of port groups on it, the port groups protruding from the panel opening of the chassis; The port baffle in the chassis separates adjacent port groups at the panel opening.

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