Memory module removal tool
The memory module removal tool, which integrates unlocking and clamping mechanisms, solves the problems of inconvenient operation and liquid cooling environment pollution of existing tools, and realizes automated and pollution-free memory module removal.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHENZHEN YIWANKE DATA EQUIP TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-08
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-02
AI Technical Summary
Existing memory module removal tools require manual removal after unlocking, which is inconvenient and can easily cause coolant contamination, especially in liquid-cooled environments.
Design a disassembly tool that integrates an unlocking mechanism and a clamping mechanism. The sliding rod assembly drives the lever to unlock the latch, and the clamping arm clamps the memory stick, achieving automatic removal and avoiding human hand contact.
It improves the ease of removing memory modules, avoids contamination of coolant, and achieves an efficient and convenient removal process.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of memory module disassembly technology, specifically to a memory module disassembly tool. Background Technology
[0002] Memory modules, as crucial components in electronic devices that store data processed by the CPU, play a vital role. Memory modules are inserted into memory slots on the motherboard to store data, and are securely locked into the slots by latches on both sides.
[0003] To facilitate the removal and removal of memory modules from their slots, there are now auxiliary tools available on the market. These tools are mainly responsible for unlocking the clips. After unlocking, the memory modules still need to be removed manually. However, due to the limited space around the memory modules in the computer case, manually removing memory modules is quite inconvenient. Utility Model Content
[0004] In view of the above problems, this application provides a memory module removal tool that can easily unlock and remove memory modules.
[0005] This application provides a memory module removal tool, including: a main body, an unlocking mechanism, and a clamping mechanism; the unlocking mechanism includes a first slide rod assembly and at least two levers; the first slide rod assembly is slidably connected to the main body, and at least two levers are movably connected to opposite sides of the main body; one end of each lever is provided with an unlocking part, and the other end forms a force-receiving part, the unlocking part being used to connect with a latch on the memory module slot, and the movable connection between the lever and the main body is located between the unlocking part and the force-receiving part; the lever is used to drive the latch to rotate through the unlocking part when in motion, so that the latch releases the lock on the memory module; the first slide rod assembly has at least two first force-applying ends, and at least two... A first force-applying end is movably connected to at least two force-receiving parts in a one-to-one correspondence. The first force-applying end is used to apply force to the corresponding force-receiving part to drive the lever to move. The clamping mechanism includes a second slide rod assembly, an abutment block, and a clamping arm. The second slide rod assembly is slidably connected to the main body and has a second force-applying end. The second force-applying end is slidably connected to the abutment block, which is used to abut against the memory module. The clamping arm is rotatably connected to the abutment block. The second force-applying end is also in a transmission cooperation with the clamping arm. The clamping arm is used to clamp the memory module when the second force-applying end slides. The main body is used to remove the memory module from the slot by driving the clamping arm to move when the clamping arm clamps the memory module.
[0006] In one alternative embodiment, the main body includes a first segment and a second segment arranged at an angle to each other; the first slide rod assembly includes a first unlocking push rod and a second unlocking push rod, the first unlocking push rod being slidably connected to the first segment and the sliding direction of the first unlocking push rod being the same as the extension direction of the first segment, and the second unlocking push rod being slidably connected to the second segment and the sliding direction of the second unlocking push rod being the same as the extension direction of the second segment; the first unlocking push rod and the second unlocking push rod are engaged by inclined surface friction at the junction of the first segment and the second segment, so that the first unlocking push rod can drive the second unlocking push rod to slide; the first slide rod assembly also includes at least two third unlocking push rods, the at least two third unlocking push rods being slidably connected to opposite sides of the second segment, the sliding direction of the third unlocking push rods being perpendicular to the extension direction of the second segment; the two sides of the second unlocking push rod away from the first unlocking push rod are engaged by inclined surface friction with one end of the at least two third unlocking push rods, so that the second unlocking push rod can drive the third unlocking push rods to slide; the other end of the third unlocking push rod forms a first force-applying end, and the third unlocking push rod is used to drive the lever to move when sliding.
[0007] In one alternative embodiment, a first reset elastic element is connected between the second unlocking push rod and the second segment, the first reset elastic element being used to provide a spring force to the second unlocking push rod to slide toward the first unlocking push rod, so that the second unlocking push rod can be automatically reset; and / or, a second reset elastic element is connected between the third unlocking push rod and the second segment, the second reset elastic element being used to provide a spring force to the third unlocking push rod to slide toward the second unlocking push rod, so that the third unlocking push rod can be automatically reset.
[0008] In one alternative embodiment, a fixing block is provided on the second segment, located on the side of the third unlocking push rod opposite to the first segment, and extension rods are provided on opposite sides of the fixing block, with the ends of the extension rods respectively movably connected to at least two levers.
[0009] In one alternative embodiment, the end of the first unlocking push rod opposite to the second unlocking push rod is provided with an unlocking operation part protruding from the first segment.
[0010] In one alternative embodiment, the main body includes a first segment and a second segment arranged at an angle to each other; the second slide rod assembly includes a first clamping push rod and a second clamping push rod, the first clamping push rod being slidably connected to the first segment, and the sliding direction of the first clamping push rod being the same as the extension direction of the first segment; the second clamping push rod being slidably connected to the second segment, and the sliding direction of the second clamping push rod being the same as the extension direction of the second segment; the first clamping push rod and the second clamping push rod are engaged by inclined friction at the junction of the first segment and the second segment, so that the first clamping push rod can drive the second clamping push rod to slide; the end of the second clamping push rod opposite to the first clamping push rod forms a second force-applying end, the second force-applying end protruding from the second segment, and the two sides of the second force-applying end are engaged by inclined friction with at least two clamping arms, so that when the second force-applying end slides relative to the abutment block, it can drive the clamping arms to rotate.
[0011] In one alternative embodiment, the abutment block has a shell-like structure, with a clamping arm extending into the abutment block from one end and rotatably connected to it; a second force-applying end extends into the abutment block from the other end, and the second force-applying end is provided with a push block, the side of the push block facing the second clamping push rod being limited and engaged with the inner wall of the abutment block, and the two sides of the push block being in frictional engagement with at least two clamping arms through inclined surfaces.
[0012] In one alternative embodiment, the clamping mechanism further includes a third reset elastic member housed within the abutment block and abutting between at least two clamping arms. The third reset elastic member provides a spring force to the at least two clamping arms to rotate toward an open state, so that the clamping arms can automatically reset. And / or, a fourth reset elastic member is connected between the second clamping push rod and the second segment. The fourth reset elastic member provides a spring force to the second clamping push rod to slide toward the first clamping push rod, so that the second clamping push rod can automatically reset.
[0013] In one alternative embodiment, the end of the first clamping push rod opposite to the second clamping push rod is provided with a clamping operation part protruding from the first section.
[0014] In one alternative approach, the main body is a shell-like structure, and both the first and second slide rod assemblies are at least partially slidably disposed inside the main body.
[0015] The memory module removal tool provided in this application integrates both an unlocking mechanism and a clamping mechanism on its main body. The unlocking mechanism uses a sliding first slide rod assembly to move a lever, causing the unlocking part on the lever to pry open the latch on the memory module slot. The clamping mechanism first places a contact block against the memory module. After the unlocking mechanism unlocks the latch, the sliding second slide rod assembly rotates the clamping arm to clamp the memory module. Then, the entire main body is moved to remove the memory module from the slot. The entire process is efficient and convenient, requiring no manual contact with the memory module or latches. This significantly improves the ease of removing memory modules from servers in liquid-cooled environments and prevents contamination of the coolant.
[0016] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of this application. In order to better understand the technical means of this application and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, and to make the above and other objects, features and advantages of this application more obvious and understandable, the following are specific embodiments of this application. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of preferred embodiments. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same parts throughout the drawings. In the drawings:
[0018] Figure 1 This is a usage scenario diagram of the memory module removal tool provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0019] Figure 2 A perspective view of the memory module disassembly tool provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0020] Figure 3 An exploded view of the memory module disassembly tool provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0021] Figure 4 and Figure 5 Side views of two states of the memory module removal tool provided in this application embodiment when unlocking the latch;
[0022] Figure 6 This is a usage scenario diagram of the memory module removal tool provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0023] Figure 7 An assembly diagram of the clamping mechanism and the main body in the memory module disassembly tool provided in this application embodiment;
[0024] Figure 8 for Figure 7 Enlarged view at point E;
[0025] Figure 9 An assembly diagram of the unlocking mechanism and the main body in the memory module disassembly tool provided in this application embodiment.
[0026] The reference numerals in the detailed embodiments are as follows:
[0027] 100. Disassembly tools;
[0028] 110. Main body; 111. Limiting block; 112. First section; 113. Second section; 1131. Fixing block; 1132. Extension rod; 114. Guide block;
[0029] 120. Unlocking mechanism; 121. First slide rod assembly; 1211. First force-applying end; 1212. First unlocking push rod; 1212a. Unlocking operation part; 1213. Second unlocking push rod; 1213a. Trapezoidal push block; 1213b. First clearance hole; 1214. Third unlocking push rod; 1215. First reset elastic element; 1216. Second reset elastic element; 122. Toggle lever; 1221. Unlocking part; 1221a. Groove; 1221b. Abutment end; 1222. Force-receiving part; 1223. Guide groove; 1224. Snap-fit rod body; 1225. Locking rod body;
[0030] 130. Clamping mechanism; 131. Second slide rod assembly; 1311. Second force-applying end; 1311a. Push block; 1312. First clamping push rod; 1312a. Clamping operation part; 1313. Second clamping push rod; 132. Abutment block; 133. Clamping arm; 134. Third reset elastic element; 135. Fourth reset elastic element;
[0031] 200, slot; 210, latch; 211, stepped structure; 300, memory module; 310, card interface. Detailed Implementation
[0032] The embodiments of the technical solution of this application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These embodiments are only used to more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this application and are therefore merely examples, and should not be used to limit the scope of protection of this application.
[0033] 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 pertains; the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the application; the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, in the specification, claims, and foregoing description of the drawings are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.
[0034] In the description of the embodiments of this application, technical terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish different objects and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number, specific order, or primary and secondary relationship of the indicated technical features. In the description of the embodiments of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly defined.
[0035] 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.
[0036] In the description of the embodiments in this application, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent three cases: A exists, A and B exist simultaneously, and B exists. In addition, the character " / " in this document generally indicates that the related objects before and after it have an "or" relationship.
[0037] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the term "multiple" refers to two or more (including two), similarly, "multiple sets" refers to two or more (including two sets), and "multiple pieces" refers to two or more (including two pieces).
[0038] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the technical terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this application and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application.
[0039] In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, technical terms such as "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0040] To facilitate the unlocking and removal of memory modules, this application provides a disassembly tool that integrates both a latch unlocking function and a memory module removal function. By operating this disassembly tool, the memory module can be unlocked and directly removed from the slot without manual removal, making the disassembly of the memory module more efficient and convenient.
[0041] Please see Figures 1 to 3 , Figure 1This illustration shows a usage scenario of the memory module removal tool provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 and Figure 3 The three-dimensional and exploded views of the memory module removal tool are shown respectively. As shown in the figure, the removal tool 100 includes: a main body 110, an unlocking mechanism 120, and a clamping mechanism 130.
[0042] The unlocking mechanism 120 includes a first slide rod assembly 121 and at least two levers 122. One end of each lever 122 has an unlocking part 1221, and the other end forms a force-receiving part 1222. The unlocking part 1221 is used to connect with a latch 210 on the memory slot 200. At least two levers 122 are movably connected to opposite sides of the main body 110, and the movable connection points of the levers 122 and the main body 110 are... Figure 2 Point A in the middle is located between the unlocking part 1221 and the force-bearing part 1222.
[0043] The movable connection between the lever 122 and the main body 110 means that the lever 122 can both rotate relative to the main body 110 and slide to a certain extent relative to the main body 110. Specifically, it can be as follows: Figure 2 As shown in the enlarged portion, the limiting action can be achieved by the guide groove 1223 on the lever 122 and the limiting block 111 on the main body 110 in a slidable limiting cooperation.
[0044] Please see Figure 4 and Figure 5 The diagram shows the positional relationship between the unlocking mechanism 120 and the latch 210 in two states. Firstly, as... Figure 4As shown in the enlarged portion, the lever 122 may include a fastening lever 1224 and a locking lever 1225. The fastening lever 1224 is located on the outside of the locking lever 1225. The unlocking part 1221 may include a groove 1221a formed on the fastening lever 1224 and an abutting end 1221b protruding from the locking lever 1225 to the opening of the groove 1221a. After the unlocking part 1221 engages with the buckle 210, the groove 1221a fastens to the outside of the buckle 210, and the abutting end 1221b abuts against the inside of the stepped structure 211 on the buckle 210. Based on this, the inner wall of the groove 1221a and the abutting end 1221b cooperate with each other to form a locking with the stepped structure 211 on the buckle 210. Furthermore, the fastening rod 1224 and the locking rod 1225 can also be slidably connected, with a buffer elastic element connecting them. When the abutting end 1221b abuts against the buckle 210, the inner wall of the groove 1221a may not yet be in contact with the stepped structure 211. At this time, the fastening rod 1224 can be pressed until the inner wall of the groove 1221a contacts the stepped structure 211. During the continued pressing of the fastening rod 1224, the locking rod 1225 can release the interaction force with the buckle 210 by sliding relative to the fastening rod 1224, thereby avoiding damage to the buckle 210. During the sliding of the locking rod 1225 relative to the fastening rod 1224, the elastic element will be compressed. Correspondingly, under the elastic force of the elastic element, the locking rod 1225 can abut against the buckle 210 more tightly, providing a guarantee for the subsequent operation of rotating to unlock the buckle 210.
[0045] Of course, the unlocking part 1221 can also be a hook or the like provided on the lever 122, as long as it can be engaged with the stepped structure 211 of the buckle 210.
[0046] After the unlocking part 1221 and the stepped structure 211 of the buckle 210 are engaged, the lever 122 will move relative to the main body 110 and along... Figure 4 Rotate in the direction indicated by arrow B to drive the latch 210 to rotate via the unlocking part 1221, causing the latch 210 to rotate to... Figure 5 As shown, the latch 210 is separated from the card interface 310 on the memory module 300, and the latch 210's lock on the memory module 300 is released. It is understood that the diagram mainly illustrates the movement of the upper lever 122; the movement of the lower lever 122 is a mirror image of the upper lever 122, so it will not be elaborated upon further, and the same applies below.
[0047] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3The first slide rod assembly 121 is slidably connected to the main body 110. The first slide rod assembly 121 has at least two first force-applying ends 1211, and the at least two first force-applying ends 1211 are movably connected to at least two force-receiving parts 1222 in a one-to-one correspondence. This movable connection is the same as the movable connection between the lever 122 and the main body 110. The purpose is to enable relative rotation and relative displacement between the first force-applying ends 1211 and the force-receiving parts 1222. For example, a spring or soft rubber block that can be bent and deformed can be used to connect the first force-applying ends 1211 and the force-receiving parts 1222 to achieve relative rotation and displacement between the two.
[0048] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, when the first slider assembly 121 slides, the first force-applying end 1211 moves towards... Figure 4 Moving in the direction indicated by arrow C, the first force-applying end 1211 applies a force to the force-receiving part 1222, and the lever 122 moves accordingly in the direction indicated by arrow C to unlock the latch 210, and finally... Figure 5 The state shown.
[0049] For removing memory modules from liquid-cooled servers, currently, the entire server needs to be removed from the coolant and dried before the memory modules can be removed. This is not only time-consuming and labor-intensive but also prone to contaminating the coolant. Therefore, to address this issue in liquid-cooled environments and enable memory module removal directly within the coolant environment without moving the server, this application further extends the main body 110. Please refer to [link to details]. Figure 6 For scenarios where the memory module 300 is horizontally inserted and vertically extended on a server, the first segment 112 and the second segment 113 can be set perpendicular to each other as shown in the figure. The first segment 112 serves as a handle for technicians to hold and operate, ensuring that technicians' hands do not need to be inserted into the coolant environment, thus avoiding contamination of the coolant. The second segment 113 is responsible for adjusting the direction of the lever 122, ensuring that the lever 122 can cooperate with the latch 210 to perform the unlocking operation.
[0050] Regarding the way the memory module 300 is plugged in and fixed on the server at other angles and in other states, the first segment 112 and the second segment 113 can also be set at acute or obtuse angles, mainly to facilitate the disassembly and removal of the memory module 300, and the specific angle is not limited.
[0051] Regarding the extended design of the main body 110, in order to unlock the latch 210 without the need for the hand to enter the coolant environment, the first slide rod assembly 121 was also designed accordingly. Please refer again for details. Figures 3 to 5The first slide rod assembly 121 may include a first unlocking push rod 1212 and a second unlocking push rod 1213. The first unlocking push rod 1212 is slidably connected to the first segment 112, and the sliding direction of the first unlocking push rod 1212 is the same as the extension direction of the first segment 112. The second unlocking push rod 1213 is slidably connected to the second segment 113, and the sliding direction of the second unlocking push rod 1213 is the same as the extension direction of the second segment 113.
[0052] The first unlocking push rod 1212 and the second unlocking push rod 1213 are at the junction of the first segment 112 and the second segment 113 ( Figure 4 At point D, the inclined plane friction fit is used to achieve the desired effect. Figure 4 From the perspective shown, when the first unlocking lever 1212 is slid downwards, the first unlocking lever 1212 will cause the second unlocking lever 1213 to slide to the right, specifically from... Figure 4 The state change shown is as follows: Figure 5 The state shown.
[0053] Based on this, the first slide rod assembly 121 also includes at least two third unlocking push rods 1214, which are slidably connected to opposite sides of the second segment 113, and the sliding direction of the third unlocking push rods 1214 is perpendicular to the extension direction of the second segment 113.
[0054] The second unlocking push rod 1213, located away from the end of the first unlocking push rod 1212, engages with one end of at least two third unlocking push rods 1214 via inclined friction. The other end of the third unlocking push rod 1214 forms the aforementioned first force-applying end 1211. This allows... Figure 4 From the perspective shown, when the second unlocking push rod 1213 slides to the right, it will push the third unlocking push rod 1214 to slide outward. The third unlocking push rod 1214 will then move the lever 122 to unlock the latch 210. Figures 4 to 5 The process of change.
[0055] Please see Figure 4 A first reset elastic element 1215 can be connected between the second unlocking push rod 1213 and the second segment 113. The first reset elastic element 1215 is used to provide elastic force to the second unlocking push rod 1213 to slide toward the first unlocking push rod 1212.
[0056] exist Figure 4In the specific embodiment shown, a first reset elastic element 1215 is connected between the end of the second unlocking push rod 1213 away from the first unlocking push rod 1212 and the end of the second segment 113 away from the first segment 112. A first reset elastic element 1215 is also connected between the portion of the second unlocking push rod 1213 located between the first unlocking push rod 1212 and the third unlocking push rod 1214 and the second segment 113. The two first reset elastic elements 1215 work together to provide the second unlocking push rod 1213 with a sliding motion toward the first unlocking push rod 1212. Figure 4 The elastic force (sliding to the left from the viewing angle) allows the second unlocking push rod 1213 to effectively slide back to the first unlocking push rod 1212 when it is not subjected to the force of the first unlocking push rod 1212. At the same time, through the inclined friction engagement, it will also drive the first unlocking push rod 1212 to slide back to its original position. Of course, in some other embodiments, the first reset elastic element 1215 may be provided in only one location.
[0057] Similarly, Figure 4 As shown, a second reset elastic element 1216 can be connected between the third unlocking push rod 1214 and the second segment 113. The second reset elastic element 1216 is used to provide a spring force to the third unlocking push rod 1214 to slide toward the second unlocking push rod 1213, which allows the third unlocking push rod 1214 to automatically reset.
[0058] To improve the stability of the movable connection between the second segment 113 and the lever 122, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, a fixing block 1131 can be set on the second segment 113. The fixing block 1131 is located on the side of the third unlocking push rod 1214 away from the first segment 112. Extension rods 1132 are provided on the opposite sides of the fixing block 1131. The ends of the extension rods 1132 are respectively movably connected to at least two levers 122.
[0059] Furthermore, to facilitate the sliding of the first unlocking push rod 1212, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the first unlocking push rod 1212 has an unlocking operation part 1212a protruding from the first segment 112 at the end opposite to the second unlocking push rod 1213. When the technician holds the first segment 112, he can push the unlocking operation part 1212a with his finger to drive the first unlocking push rod 1212 to slide, thereby conveniently unlocking the buckle 210.
[0060] The above describes the structure of the latch 210 unlocking part (i.e., unlocking mechanism 120). The following describes the structure of the memory module 300 clamping part (i.e., clamping mechanism 130).
[0061] like Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, the clamping mechanism 130 includes a second slide bar assembly 131, an abutment block 132, and at least two clamping arms 133 arranged opposite to each other.
[0062] Please combine further Figure 7 The three-dimensional structure at the abutment block 132 shown has a clamping arm 133 rotatably connected to the abutment block 132, and a second slide rod assembly 131 slidably connected to the main body 110. The second slide rod assembly 131 has a second force-applying end 1311 slidably connected to the abutment block 132, and the second force-applying end 1311 is in transmission cooperation with the clamping arm 133.
[0063] In the abutment block 132, as shown Figure 7 After the tool 100 abuts against the memory module 300, sliding the second slide rod assembly 131 causes the second force-applying end 1311 to rotate the clamping arm 133, thereby clamping the memory module 300. Based on this, with the unlocking mechanism 120 having unlocked the latch 210, by moving the main body 110, the memory module 300 can be removed from the slot 200 by utilizing the clamping arm 133. Thus, using the disassembly tool 100, the memory module 300 can be disassembled without manually unlocking the latch 210 or removing the memory module 300.
[0064] To prevent damage to the memory module 300 when clamping the memory module 300, a soft rubber pad can be provided on the entire clamping arm 133 or at the position in contact with the memory module 300. For disassembly of the memory module 300 in a liquid-cooled environment, the soft rubber pad can be made of corrosion-resistant materials, such as corrosion-resistant fluororubber.
[0065] For the disassembly of the memory module 300 on the liquid-cooled server, based on the design of the main body 110 as having two segments 112 and 113 at an angle to each other, the second slide rod assembly 131 has also been further improved. Specifically, as follows... Figure 3 and Figure 7 As shown, the second slide rod assembly 131 includes a first clamping push rod 1312 and a second clamping push rod 1313. Similarly, the first clamping push rod 1312 is slidably connected to the first segment 112, and the sliding direction of the first clamping push rod 1312 is the same as the extension direction of the first segment 112. The second clamping push rod 1313 is slidably connected to the second segment 113, and the sliding direction of the second clamping push rod 1313 is the same as the extension direction of the second segment 113.
[0066] The first clamping push rod 1312 and the second clamping push rod 1313 are at the joint of the first segment 112 and the second segment 113 ( Figure 4 At point D, a sloped friction fit is also used to achieve the desired effect. Figure 7From the perspective of the first clamping push rod 1312, when it slides downward, it will cause the second clamping push rod 1313 to slide to the right.
[0067] Please refer to further information. Figure 8 The figure shows Figure 7 In the enlarged structure at point E, the end of the second clamping push rod 1313 facing away from the first clamping push rod 1312 forms the aforementioned second force-applying end 1311. The second force-applying end 1311 protrudes from the second section 113, and the two sides of the second force-applying end 1311 are in frictional engagement with at least two clamping arms 133 through inclined surfaces.
[0068] After the abutment block 132 abuts against the memory module 300, it cannot move due to the restriction of the memory module 300. At this time, as the first clamping push rod 1312 is pushed to drive the second clamping push rod 1313 to move towards the memory module 300, the second force-applying end 1311 will move relative to the abutment block 132 in the direction towards the memory module 300. Since the two sides of the second force-applying end 1311 are in frictional engagement with the clamping arm 133 through inclined surfaces, the movement of the second force-applying end 1311 towards the memory module 300 will drive the clamping arm 133 to rotate and clamp the memory module 300, presenting a certain shape. Figure 8 The state shown.
[0069] Considering that the abutment block 132 only has a slidable connection with the second force-applying end 1311 and has no assembly relationship with the main body 110, in order to prevent the abutment block 132 from falling off from the second force-applying end 1311 when sliding relative to it, thereby causing damage or loss of the abutment block 132, such as... Figure 8 As shown, the abutment block 132 can be a shell-like structure. The clamping arm 133 extends into the abutment block 132 from one end and is rotatably connected to the abutment block 132. The second force-applying end 1311 extends into the abutment block 132 from the other end. The second force-applying end 1311 is provided with a push block 1311a. The side of the push block 1311a facing the second clamping push rod 1313 can abut against the inner wall of the abutment block 132 to limit its movement and prevent the abutment block 132 from dislodging from the second clamping push rod 1313. The two sides of the push block 1311a are in frictional engagement with at least two clamping arms 133 through inclined surfaces to drive the clamping arms 133 to perform a clamping operation.
[0070] like Figure 8 As shown, the clamping mechanism 130 may further include a third reset elastic member 134, which is housed inside the abutment block 132 and abuts between at least two clamping arms 133. The third reset elastic member 134 is used to provide a spring force to the at least two clamping arms 133 to rotate toward the open state so that the clamping arms 133 can automatically reset.
[0071] In addition, such as Figure 3As shown, a fourth reset elastic element 135 can be connected between the second clamping push rod 1313 and the second segment 113. The fourth reset elastic element 135 is used to provide a spring force to the second clamping push rod 1313 to slide toward the first clamping push rod 1312, so that the second clamping push rod 1313 can be automatically reset. At the same time, when the second clamping push rod 1313 is reset, it will also push the first clamping push rod 1312 to slide and reset through the inclined surface.
[0072] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the first clamping push rod 1312 has a clamping operation part 1312a protruding from the first segment 112 at one end opposite to the second clamping push rod 1313. When the technician holds the first segment 112, he can push the clamping operation part 1312a with his palm or fingers, thereby causing the first clamping push rod 1312 to slide, so as to conveniently realize the clamping operation.
[0073] To ensure the overall simplicity of the disassembly tool 100's appearance and the stability of the unlocking mechanism 120 and clamping mechanism 130 assembled on the main body 110, such as Figure 3 As shown, the main body 110 may adopt a shell-like structure. The first slide rod assembly 121 and the second slide rod assembly 131 are at least partially slidably disposed inside the main body 110. The main body 110 protects the first slide rod assembly 121 and the second slide rod assembly 131, thereby ensuring the stability of the first slide rod assembly 121 and the second slide rod assembly 131.
[0074] To ensure the compact layout of the first slide bar assembly 121 and the second slide bar assembly 131 within the main body 110, please refer to... Figure 3 , Figure 7 and Figure 9 ,in, Figure 7 The structure of the second slider assembly 131 inside the main body 110 is shown. Figure 9 The structure of the first slide rod assembly 121 inside the main body 110 is shown. As shown in the figure, a trapezoidal push block 1213a can be provided at the end of the second unlocking push rod 1213 away from the first unlocking push rod 1212. The two sides of the trapezoidal push block 1213a form an inclined friction fit with the third unlocking push rod 1214. A first clearance hole 1213b is provided on the trapezoidal push block 1213a along the extension direction of the second clamping push rod 1313. The second clamping push rod 1313 is slidably inserted into the first clearance hole 1213b, which allows the second clamping push rod 1313 and the second unlocking push rod 1213 to be closer to each other, thereby ensuring the compactness of the internal structural layout of the main body 110 and reducing the product volume.
[0075] Similarly, in the embodiment where a fixing block 1131 is provided inside the second segment 113, and the fixing block 1131 is movably connected to the lever 122 via the extension rod 1132, as follows: Figure 3 and Figure 9 As shown, a second clearance hole 1131a can be provided on the fixing block 1131, and the second clamping push rod 1313 can also be movably inserted into the second clearance hole 1131a.
[0076] For the slidable assembly of the first slide rod assembly 121 and the second slide rod assembly 131 within the main body 110, such as Figure 3 , Figure 7 and Figure 9 As shown, after the first slide rod assembly 121 and the second slide rod assembly 131 are placed in the main body 110, guide blocks 114 can be fastened to the first slide rod assembly 121 and the second slide rod assembly 131, and the guide blocks 114 can be assembled and fixed to the main body 110 by means of screws, snap-fits, etc., so as to limit and guide the first slide rod assembly 121 and the second slide rod assembly 131 through the guide blocks 114.
[0077] Finally, for Figure 4 and Figure 5 The specific embodiment shown takes into account that the latch 210 is opened and unlocked by lever 122. Figure 5 As shown, after the clamping arm 133 clamps the memory module 300, during the process of moving the disassembly tool 100 to pull out the memory module 300, one side of the groove 1221a ( Figure 4 and Figure 5 The slot on the right side (viewed from below) may interfere with the outer bevel of the latch 210, affecting the movement of the lever 122. To address this, during the removal of the memory module 300, the unlocking operation part 1212a can be released so that after the lever 122 contacts the latch 210, it can rotate and reset under the force of the outer bevel of the latch 210 to avoid the latch 210 and move out smoothly.
[0078] In summary, the disassembly tool 100 provided in this application embodiment integrates both an unlocking mechanism 120 and a clamping mechanism 130 on the main body 110. The unlocking mechanism 120 operates by manipulating a slidable first slide rod assembly 121 to move a lever 122, causing the unlocking part 1221 on the lever 122 to pry open and unlock the latch 210 on the memory slot 200. For the clamping mechanism 130, the abutment block 132 first abuts against the memory module 300. After the unlocking mechanism 120 unlocks the latch 210, the clamping arm 133 is rotated by operating the slidable second slide rod assembly 131 to clamp the memory module 300. Then, the memory module 300 is removed from the slot 200 by the overall moving body 110. The whole process is efficient and convenient, and no human hand contact with the memory module 300 or the latch 210 is required. For the removal of the memory module 300 on the server in the liquid cooling environment, it can effectively improve the convenience of removing the memory module 300 and will not cause contamination to the coolant.
[0079] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and not to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application. In particular, as long as there is no structural conflict, the various technical features mentioned in the various embodiments can be combined in any way.
Claims
1. A memory module removal tool, comprising: The memory module disassembly tool includes: a main body, an unlocking mechanism, and a clamping mechanism; The unlocking mechanism includes a first slide assembly and at least two levers; The first slider assembly is slidably connected to the main body, and at least two levers are movably connected to opposite sides of the main body; one end of each lever is provided with an unlocking part, and the other end forms a force-receiving part. The unlocking part is used to connect with a latch on the memory slot, and the movable connection between the lever and the main body is located between the unlocking part and the force-receiving part; when the lever is in motion, it is used to drive the latch to rotate through the unlocking part, so that the latch releases the lock on the memory slot. The first slide rod assembly has at least two first force-applying ends, and the at least two first force-applying ends are movably connected to at least two force-receiving parts in a one-to-one correspondence. The first force-applying ends are used to apply force to the corresponding force-receiving parts to drive the lever to move. The clamping mechanism includes a second slide bar assembly, an abutment block, and a clamping arm; The second slide rod assembly is slidably connected to the main body. The second slide rod assembly has a second force-applying end, which is slidably connected to the abutment block. The abutment block is used to abut against the memory module. The clamping arm is rotatably connected to the abutment block. The second force-applying end is also in a transmission cooperation with the clamping arm. The clamping arm is used to clamp the memory module when the second force-applying end slides. The main body is used to remove the memory module from the slot by moving the clamping arm when the clamping arm clamps the memory module.
2. The memory module removal tool of claim 1, wherein, The main body includes a first segment and a second segment that are set at an angle to each other; The first slide rod assembly includes a first unlocking push rod and a second unlocking push rod. The first unlocking push rod is slidably connected to the first segment, and the sliding direction of the first unlocking push rod is the same as the extension direction of the first segment. The second unlocking push rod is slidably connected to the second segment, and the sliding direction of the second unlocking push rod is the same as the extension direction of the second segment. The first unlocking push rod and the second unlocking push rod are engaged by inclined friction at the junction of the first segment and the second segment, so that the first unlocking push rod can drive the second unlocking push rod to slide. The first slide rod assembly further includes at least two third unlocking push rods, which are slidably connected to opposite sides of the second segment, and the sliding direction of the third unlocking push rods is perpendicular to the extension direction of the second segment; The two sides of the second unlocking push rod opposite to one end of the first unlocking push rod are in inclined frictional engagement with one end of at least two of the third unlocking push rods, so that the second unlocking push rod can drive the third unlocking push rod to slide. The other end of the third unlocking push rod forms the first force-applying end, and the third unlocking push rod is used to drive the lever to move when sliding.
3. The memory module removal tool of claim 2, wherein, A first reset elastic element is connected between the second unlocking push rod and the second segment. The first reset elastic element provides a spring force to the second unlocking push rod to slide towards the first unlocking push rod, so that the second unlocking push rod can automatically reset; and / or, A second reset elastic element is connected between the third unlocking push rod and the second segment. The second reset elastic element is used to provide a spring force to the third unlocking push rod to slide towards the second unlocking push rod, so that the third unlocking push rod can automatically reset.
4. The memory module removal tool of claim 2, wherein, The second segment is provided with a fixing block, which is located on the side of the third unlocking push rod away from the first segment. Extension rods are provided on opposite sides of the fixing block, and the ends of the extension rods are respectively movably connected to at least two of the levers.
5. The memory module removal tool of claim 2, wherein, The end of the first unlocking push rod opposite to the second unlocking push rod has an unlocking operation part protruding from the first section.
6. The memory module removal tool of claim 1, wherein, The main body includes a first segment and a second segment that are set at an angle to each other; The second slide rod assembly includes a first clamping push rod and a second clamping push rod. The first clamping push rod is slidably connected to the first segment, and the sliding direction of the first clamping push rod is the same as the extension direction of the first segment. The second clamping push rod is slidably connected to the second segment, and the sliding direction of the second clamping push rod is the same as the extension direction of the second segment. The first clamping push rod and the second clamping push rod are engaged by inclined friction at the junction of the first segment and the second segment, so that the first clamping push rod can drive the second clamping push rod to slide. The second clamping push rod has one end facing away from the first clamping push rod to form the second force-applying end. The second force-applying end protrudes from the second section. The two sides of the second force-applying end are in frictional engagement with at least two clamping arms through inclined surfaces, so that when the second force-applying end slides relative to the abutment block, it can drive the clamping arms to rotate.
7. The memory module removal tool of claim 6, wherein, The abutment block has a shell-like structure, and the clamping arm extends into the abutment block from one end and is rotatably connected to the abutment block; The second force-applying end extends into the abutment block from the other end. The second force-applying end is provided with a push block. The side of the push block facing the second clamping push rod is in limiting cooperation with the inner wall of the abutment block. The two sides of the push block are in frictional cooperation with at least two clamping arms through inclined surfaces.
8. The memory module removal tool of claim 7, wherein, The clamping mechanism further includes a third reset elastic member, which is housed inside the abutment block and abuts against at least two of the clamping arms. The third reset elastic member provides a spring force to the at least two clamping arms to rotate toward an open state, so that the clamping arms can automatically reset; and / or, A fourth reset elastic element is connected between the second clamping push rod and the second segment. The fourth reset elastic element is used to provide a spring force to the second clamping push rod to slide toward the first clamping push rod, so that the second clamping push rod can automatically reset.
9. The memory module removal tool of claim 6, wherein, The end of the first clamping push rod opposite to the second clamping push rod is provided with a clamping operation part protruding from the first section.
10. The memory module removal tool of any of claims 1-9, wherein, The main body has a shell-like structure, and both the first slide rod assembly and the second slide rod assembly are at least partially slidably disposed inside the main body.