A server

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of servers, including locking mechanism, panel structure and cabinet, locking mechanism is set to panel structure, locking mechanism includes button, clamping structure and connecting structure, button is connected with clamping structure by connecting structure. The lateral wall of cabinet is provided with the clamping hole matched with clamping structure. When clamping structure is clamped with clamping hole, the pressing surface of button is coplanar with the board surface of panel structure or is embedded into board surface. That is, button does not protrude the board surface of panel structure, to be used for effectively promoting the consistency and harmony of server appearance. When maintaining the pressing surface of pressing button, button moves and drives clamping structure to exit from clamping hole by connecting structure, and there is included angle α between the pressing surface of button and board surface, and α<180 °. In this way, user can hold panel structure along the gap between pressing surface and board surface, and exert pulling force, to be used for pulling out panel structure from cabinet, to ensure reliable disassembly between panel structure and cabinet.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of server technology, and in particular to a server. Background Technology

[0002] Servers consist of a front panel and a chassis, which are detachably connected. Currently, most server front panels have handles, and the detachable connection between the panel and chassis is achieved by pushing and pulling the handle from the side. However, in the design process, the handles often protrude from the panel surface, making them appear obtrusive and reducing the consistency and harmony of the server's appearance. Therefore, how to improve the consistency and harmony of the server's appearance while ensuring the detachable connection between the front panel and chassis has become a pressing problem for those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model provides a server that improves the consistency and coordination of the server's appearance while ensuring the detachable connection between the panel and the chassis.

[0004] This utility model provides a server, which includes a locking mechanism, a panel structure, and a chassis. The locking mechanism is disposed on the panel structure and includes a button, a snap-fit ​​structure, and a connecting structure. The button and the snap-fit ​​structure are connected via the connecting structure. The side wall of the chassis is provided with a latch that matches the snap-fit ​​structure. When the snap-fit ​​structure snaps into the latch, the pressing surface of the button is coplanar with or embedded in the panel surface of the panel structure. When the pressing surface of the button is pressed, the button moves and, through the connecting structure, drives the snap-fit ​​structure to disengage from the latch. An angle α exists between the pressing surface of the button and the panel surface, and α < 180°.

[0005] The server provided by this utility model has a detachable connection between the panel structure and the chassis through a locking mechanism. When the locking mechanism's snap-fit ​​structure matches and snaps into the chassis's snap-fit, only the pressing surface of the button is exposed. The pressing surface is coplanar with or embedded in the panel structure's surface, meaning the button does not protrude from the panel structure's surface. This effectively improves the consistency and coordination of the server's appearance.

[0006] In addition, since the snap-fit ​​structure can be disengaged from the latch while the pressing surface of the button is maintained, and there is an angle of less than 180° between the pressing surface of the button and the panel surface, the user can hold the panel structure along the gap between the pressing surface and the panel surface and apply pulling force to pull the panel structure out of the chassis, thereby ensuring reliable disassembly of the panel structure from the chassis.

[0007] In one possible implementation of this invention, the button is hinged to the panel structure. A connecting structure is spaced apart from the hinge axis along its radial direction, with one end connected to the button and the other end inserted into a locking structure. When the button's pressing surface is maintained, the connecting structure causes the button to rotate around the hinge axis, and the connecting structure inserted into the locking structure slides relative to the hinge axis in a direction away from the panel surface, thereby causing the locking structure to disengage from the latch. This improves the consistency and coordination of the server's appearance while simplifying the structure and enhancing operational convenience.

[0008] In one possible implementation of this invention, when the pressing surface of the button is maintained, the connecting structure causes the button to rotate around the axis of the hinge shaft by an angle α, where α < 90°. This effectively reduces the space occupied by the rotated button in the panel structure, thereby effectively reducing the thickness of the panel structure and lowering costs.

[0009] In one possible implementation of this utility model, the panel structure includes a receiving groove, and at least a portion of the snap-fit ​​structure is located in the receiving groove. The snap-fit ​​structure includes a mounting hole, into which the connecting structure is inserted. The mounting hole includes an inclined surface; when the pressing surface of the button is maintained, the connecting structure slides along the inclined surface, and the snap-fit ​​structure slides within the receiving groove and exits from the snap-fit ​​opening. It is understood that during the application of pressure to the pressing surface of the button, because the connecting structure is slidably connected to the inclined surface, it can effectively reduce the friction between the connecting structure and the inclined surface. Simultaneously, while improving the consistency and coordination of the server's appearance, it also simplifies the structure, enhances operational convenience, and improves the user experience.

[0010] In one possible implementation of this utility model, the panel structure has an opening on its surface, which communicates with the receiving groove. The pressing surface of the button is located in the opening. This satisfies the relative positional requirements between the pressing surface and the panel surface while making the panel surface and the pressing surface appear as a single unit, thereby effectively improving the integrity and compactness of the panel structure. Furthermore, when the pressing surface of the button is pressed, the connecting structure causes the button to rotate toward the receiving groove, creating a gap between the pressing surface and the panel surface. The user can grip the panel structure through this gap and apply pulling force to pull the panel structure out of the chassis, thus ensuring reliable disassembly of the panel structure from the chassis.

[0011] In one possible implementation of this invention, the locking mechanism further includes a first elastic member located between the snap-fit ​​structure and the panel structure, with one end abutting against the snap-fit ​​structure and the other end abutting against the panel structure. This is intended to improve ease of operation and enhance the user experience.

[0012] In one possible implementation of this utility model, the first elastic element is a spring, and the snap-fit ​​structure is provided with a support structure. One end of the spring is sleeved on the support structure, and the other end abuts against the panel structure. This simplifies the structure while improving ease of operation and user experience.

[0013] In one possible implementation of this invention, the locking mechanism further includes a second elastic member located between the pressing surface of the button and the panel structure, with one end abutting against the button and the other end abutting against the panel structure. This is to further improve operational convenience and enhance the user experience.

[0014] In one possible implementation of this utility model, the panel structure includes a fixing plate, which is spaced apart from the panel surface to form a receiving groove. At least a portion of the snap-fit ​​structure is located in the receiving groove. The panel surface of the panel structure has an opening that communicates with the receiving groove. The pressing surface of the button is located in the opening; one end of the second elastic member abuts against the button, and the other end abuts against the fixing plate. This simplifies the structure while satisfying the requirements of the snap-fit ​​structure and the button's automatic return to its initial state.

[0015] In one possible implementation of this invention, the server further includes a rotating mechanism mounted on the panel structure and positioned opposite the locking mechanism to the bayonet slot. When the locking structure matches the bayonet slot, the rotating mechanism abuts against the side of the locking structure opposite to the bayonet slot, thereby restricting the movement of the locking structure. This improves the reliability of the connection between the panel structure and the chassis. When it is necessary to separate the locking structure from the bayonet slot, firstly, the rotating part is rotated to separate the abutting part from the locking structure, and then the locking part can be disengaged from the bayonet slot by continuously pressing the pressing surface of the button. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a server provided by this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 for Figure 1 An exploded view of the provided server;

[0018] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a server chassis and panel structure in a non-locking state;

[0019] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a server chassis and panel structure in a locked state;

[0020] Figure 5 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion of point A on the provided server;

[0021] Figure 6for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of one possible card connection structure for the provided server;

[0022] Figure 7 This is an assembly diagram of the button and latching structure in the locked state.

[0023] Figure 8 This is an assembly diagram of the button and latching structure in the non-locking state.

[0024] Figure 9 A schematic diagram of a structure showing the contact state between the rotating mechanism and the locking structure;

[0025] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of a structure in which the rotating mechanism and the locking structure are separated.

[0026] Reference numerals: 1-Chassis; 11-Bayonet; 2-Panel structure; 21-Panel surface; 22-Socket; 23-Accommodation slot; 24-Opening; 25-Fixing plate; 3-Locking mechanism; 31-Button; 311-Pressing surface; 312-Columnar protrusion; 32-Snap-fit ​​structure; 321-Body; 322-Snap-fit ​​part; 323-Mounting hole; 3231-Sloping surface; 324-Support structure; 33-Connecting structure; 34-First elastic element; 35-Second elastic element; 4-Rotating mechanism; 41-Abutting part; 42-Rotating part. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the exemplary embodiments can be implemented in many forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote the same or similar structures, and therefore repeated descriptions of them will be omitted. The terms expressing position and direction described in the embodiments of this utility model are illustrative based on the accompanying drawings, but changes can be made as needed, and all such changes are included within the protection scope of this utility model. The accompanying drawings of the embodiments of this utility model are only for illustrating relative positional relationships and do not represent actual proportions.

[0028] It should be noted that specific details are set forth in the following description to facilitate understanding of this utility model. However, this utility model can be implemented in many ways other than those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of this utility model. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0029] A server consists of a front panel and a chassis, which are detachably connected. The server front panel is a crucial component for enhancing server security. It is typically made of high-strength metal materials such as steel or aluminum alloy, offering strong impact and damage resistance. Furthermore, the front panel usually has a smooth and clean appearance, contributing to the overall aesthetics and tidiness of the server rack. Some panels also help reduce the risk of damage to internal server components caused by dust, debris, or accidental impacts.

[0030] In the panel design process, firstly, the panel design should be relatively standardized and highly versatile across server product lines to suit servers with different configurations or functional requirements, effectively reducing production and maintenance costs. Secondly, the panel's disassembly and installation should be simple and convenient, facilitating user maintenance and upgrades of the server's internal components, such as hard drive replacement.

[0031] To meet the aforementioned design and usage requirements, most servers currently feature handles on their front panels, allowing for detachable connection between the panel and chassis via a side-pushing and pulling mechanism. However, these handles typically protrude from the panel surface, making them appear obtrusive and reducing the server's overall aesthetic consistency and harmony.

[0032] In view of this, the server provided by this utility model, by setting buttons on the panel surface, with the surface of the buttons being coplanar with or embedded in the panel surface, allows for quick disassembly of the panel and chassis by pressing the buttons during panel removal, effectively improving the consistency and coordination of the server's appearance. To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the following will provide a further detailed description of this utility model in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0033] refer to Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a server structure provided by the present invention. The server includes a chassis 1, a panel structure 2, and a locking mechanism 3. The chassis 1 can be configured as a cubic shell, with one end along the length direction of the shell being an open end. The panel structure 2 is inserted into the open end to achieve the connection between the panel structure 2 and the chassis 1 while reducing the risk of dust entering the chassis 1. The locking mechanism 3 can be disposed on the panel structure 2, and the side wall of the chassis 1 is provided with a bayonet 11 that matches the locking mechanism 3 to meet the requirement of detachable connection between the panel structure 2 and the chassis 1.

[0034] When specifically setting the locking mechanism 3, such as Figure 2 As shown, Figure 2 For display Figure 1The provided exploded view of the server shows that the locking mechanism 3 includes a button 31, a latching structure 32, and a connecting structure 33. The button 31 and the latching structure 32 are connected via the connecting structure 33, and the latching structure 32 is used to engage with the bayonet 11. During server use, in conjunction with... Figure 1 When the snap-fit ​​structure 32 is matched and snapped into place with the bayonet 11, the pressing surface of the button 31 ( Figure 1 and Figure 2 (not shown in the image) and the panel surface of panel structure 2 ( Figure 1 and Figure 2 (Not shown) The panel surface is coplanar or embedded in the panel structure 2. At this time, the panel structure 2 is stably engaged with the chassis 1, that is, the two are in a locked state.

[0035] like Figure 3 As shown, Figure 3 For display Figure 1 The provided schematic diagram shows the non-locked state of the server chassis 1 and panel structure 2, i.e., the latching structure 32 has been disengaged from the latch 11. Specifically, when the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 is held down, the button 31 moves and, through the connecting structure 33, drives the latching structure 32 to disengage from the latch 11. An angle α exists between the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 and the panel surface 21, and α < 180°. That is, the extended surface of the pressing surface 311 intersects with the extended surface of the panel surface 21. For example, the angle α after the intersection is 30° or 45°. It can be understood that at this time, there is a gap between the pressing surface 311 and the panel surface 21, allowing the portion of the panel structure 2 facing away from the panel surface 21 to be exposed. This exposed portion forms a grip-like part, allowing the user to grasp the grip-like part of the panel structure 2 along the gap between the pressing surface 311 and the panel surface 21 and apply pulling force to pull the panel structure 2 out of the chassis 1.

[0036] In addition, for ease of explanation, the state in which the pressing surface 311 and the plate surface 21 are coplanar can be understood as the first state, and the state in which there is an angle α between the pressing surface 311 and the plate surface 21 can be understood as the second state. Then, during the process of applying pressure to the pressing surface 311, the button 31 rotates from the first state to the second state.

[0037] The server provided by this utility model has a detachable connection between the panel structure 2 and the chassis 1 via a locking mechanism 3. When the locking mechanism 3's snap-fit ​​structure 32 matches and snaps into the chassis 1's snap-fit, only the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 is exposed on the locking mechanism 3 installed on the panel structure 2. Furthermore, the pressing surface 311 is coplanar with or embedded in the panel surface 21 of the panel structure 2. Figure 4 As shown, Figure 4 For display Figure 1 The provided schematic diagram of panel structure 2 in the server locked state, along... Figure 4The negative Y-axis direction is shown, with the pressing surface 311 spaced relative to the board surface 21 by a distance of, for example, 1mm or 2mm. This effectively improves the consistency and harmony of the server's appearance.

[0038] Furthermore, since the snap-fit ​​structure 32 can be disengaged from the latch 11 when the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 is maintained, and there is an angle of less than 180° between the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 and the panel surface 21, the user can hold the side of the panel structure 2 away from the panel surface 21 along the gap between the pressing surface 311 and the panel surface 21 and apply a pulling force to pull the panel structure 2 out of the chassis 1, thereby ensuring reliable disassembly between the panel structure 2 and the chassis 1.

[0039] In one specific embodiment, reference is also made to Figure 2 and Figure 4 This allows the button 31 to be hinged to the panel structure 2, and the button 31 to the snap-fit ​​structure 32 is connected via the connecting structure 33. The button 31 can be, for example, a plate structure, with one edge of the plate structure hinged to the panel structure 2. Furthermore, this invention does not limit the hinge structure between the button 31 and the panel structure 2; for example, such as... Figure 5 As shown, Figure 5 For display Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion at point A. Along Figure 5 In the Y-axis direction shown, the side wall of the plate structure is provided with columnar protrusions 312, and the panel structure 2 is provided in the insertion hole 22. The columnar protrusions 312 are inserted into the insertion hole 22 to realize the hinge between the two.

[0040] Continue to refer to Figure 5 In the specific configuration of the connecting structure 33, the connecting structure 33 is spaced apart from the hinge axis along the radial direction of the hinge axis. The connecting structure 33 can be a rotating shaft, with one end fixedly or rotatably connected to the button 31, and the other end inserted into the snap-fit ​​structure 32. Thus, during the continuous application of pressure to the pressing surface 311 of the button 31, such as... Figure 3 As shown, the pivot will cause the button 31 to rotate around the axis of the hinge shaft by a certain angle α, and the angle is less than 90°. For example, the angle can be 40°, 45° or 50°, so as to effectively reduce the space occupied by the button 31 after rotation, thereby effectively reducing the thickness of the panel structure 2 and reducing costs.

[0041] When pressure is applied to the pressing surface 311 of button 31 to cause button 31 to rotate, the pivot inserted in the locking structure 32 slides relative to the hinge axis in a direction away from the plate surface 21 within the locking structure 32, thereby driving the locking structure 32 to exit from the slot 11. This improves the consistency and coordination of the server's appearance while simplifying the structure and enhancing operational convenience.

[0042] When specifically setting panel structure 2, such as Figure 5 As shown, in one optional embodiment, the panel structure 2 includes a receiving groove 23, the opening of which faces the interior of the chassis 1, and its length ( Figure 5 (shown in the Y-axis direction) and depth ( Figure 5 The Z-axis direction shown is adapted to the snap-fit ​​structure 32, and its width ( Figure 5 The width of the body 321 of the snap-fit ​​structure 32 (in the X-axis direction shown) is greater than or equal to the width of the body 321 of the snap-fit ​​structure 32, and the body 321 of the snap-fit ​​structure 32 is disposed in the receiving groove 23.

[0043] In addition, such as Figure 6 As shown, Figure 6 For display Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a server's latching structure 32 is provided. The latching structure 32 further includes a latching portion 322 and a mounting hole 323. The latching portion 322 protrudes from the side wall of the body 321 along the width direction of the body 321, and when the latching structure 32 is matched and latched with the slot 11, the latching portion 322 is inserted into the slot 11. (See also...) Figure 5 and Figure 6 The mounting hole 323 penetrates the side wall of the body 321, and the axial direction of the mounting hole 323 can be parallel to the axial direction of the hinge axis of the button 31. Additionally, as... Figure 7 As shown, Figure 7 This diagram illustrates the assembly of button 31 and latching structure 32 in the locked state. The dashed frame represents panel structure 2. Mounting hole 323 includes a bevel 3231, the angle between the bevel 3231 and the negative X-axis direction being β, where 40°≤β≤55°. Connecting structure 33 is inserted into mounting hole 323. This ensures that when the pressing surface 311 of button 31 is pressed, as... Figure 8 As shown, Figure 8 This diagram illustrates the assembly of button 31 and latching structure 32 in the non-locked state. Connecting structure 33 slides along inclined surface 3231 to move latching structure 32 within receiving groove 23 along its width direction. Figure 5 If the button slides along the X-axis (as shown), the latching part 322 will disengage from the latch 11. It can be understood that during the application of pressure to the pressing surface 311 of the button 31, the connecting structure 33 and the inclined surface 3231 are slidably connected. Therefore, this effectively reduces the friction between the connecting structure 33 and the inclined surface 3231, while simultaneously improving the consistency and coordination of the server's appearance, simplifying the structure, and enhancing operational convenience and user experience.

[0044] It is worth mentioning that when the connecting structure 33 is a rotating shaft, the connection structure 33 and the inclined surface 3231 can be equivalent to a line contact, which can further reduce the contact area between the two, and thus further reduce the resistance.

[0045] Please refer to the above. Figure 4 and Figure 5 In an optional embodiment, since the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 is coplanar with the plate surface 21 of the panel structure 2, or along... Figure 4 As shown in the negative Y-axis direction, the pressing surface 311 is spaced apart from the plate surface 21. Therefore, an opening 24 can be provided on the plate surface 21 of the panel structure 2, and the opening 24 is connected to the receiving groove 23. At the same time, the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 is located in the opening 24. This satisfies the relative position requirements between the pressing surface 311 and the plate surface 21, while making the appearance of the plate surface 21 and the pressing surface 311 close to a whole, thereby effectively improving the integrity and structural compactness of the panel structure 2.

[0046] In addition, such as Figure 5 As shown, the snap-fit ​​structure 32 can be shaped like a frame, with the opening 24 of the panel facing the hollow position of the frame. Simultaneously, along the Z-axis, the hinge axis of the button 31 is located between the frame and the panel surface 21 of the panel structure 2, and the side wall of the frame structure has mounting holes 323 for inserting the connecting structure 33. Thus, when the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 is pressed, the connecting structure 33 can drive the button 31 to rotate through the opening 24 of the panel surface 21 towards the hollow position of the frame in the receiving groove 23. At the same time, the snap-fit ​​structure 32 slides along the positive X-axis within the receiving groove 23, causing the snap-fit ​​part 322 to exit the latch 11.

[0047] It is worth mentioning that when the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 is maintained, since the connecting structure 33 can drive the button 31 to rotate through the opening 24 of the plate surface 21 toward the hollow position of the frame structure in the receiving groove 23, the pressing surface 311 can be tilted relative to the plate surface 21, and the plate surface on the opposite side of the plate surface 21 of the panel structure 2 is exposed. Then the user can hold the opposite side of the plate surface 21 of the panel structure 2 along the gap between the pressing surface 311 and the plate surface 21 and apply a pulling force to pull the panel structure 2 out of the chassis 1, thereby ensuring reliable disassembly between the panel structure 2 and the chassis 1.

[0048] Continue to refer to Figure 5 In one specific embodiment, the locking mechanism 3 further includes a first elastic member 34, which is located between the snap-fit ​​structure 32 and the panel structure 2, with one end of the first elastic member 34 abutting against the snap-fit ​​structure 32 and the other end abutting against the panel structure 2. Specifically, the first elastic member 34 can be positioned as follows: Figure 5The X-axis direction is set, that is, along the moving direction of the latching structure 32. Thus, when the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 is released, the first elastic element 34 rebounds, causing the latching structure 32 to move in the negative X-axis direction, and the button 31 returns from the second state to the first state. Therefore, the server provided by this utility model can effectively improve operational convenience and enhance the user experience.

[0049] It is worth mentioning that the first elastic element 34 can be a spring or other resilient structure, and such as Figure 6 As shown, the snap-fit ​​structure 32 is provided with a support structure 324. The support structure 324 can be a column that protrudes from the side wall of the snap-fit ​​structure 32 along the X-axis direction. One end of the spring is sleeved on the column and the other end abuts against the panel structure 2. For example, the other end can abut against the side wall of the receiving groove 23, so as to simplify the structure while satisfying the automatic return of the snap-fit ​​structure 32 and the button 31 to the second state.

[0050] Continue to refer to Figure 5 In an optional embodiment, the locking mechanism further includes a second elastic element 35, which may be a spring. The second elastic element 35 is located between the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 and the panel structure 2, with one end abutting against the button 31 and the other end abutting against the panel structure 2. Specifically, the second elastic element 35 can be positioned along... Figure 5 The Z-axis direction is set so that when the pressing surface 311 of button 31 is released, the second elastic element 35 rebounds, causing button 31 to return from the second state to the first state. Therefore, the server provided by this utility model can effectively improve operational convenience and enhance the user experience.

[0051] It is worth mentioning that when setting up panel structure 2, the optional aspects can also be referred to. Figure 2 and Figure 5 The panel structure 2 may include a fixing plate 25, which is spaced apart from the panel surface 21 of the panel structure 2 to form a receiving groove 23. The body 321 of the snap-fit ​​structure 32 is located in the receiving groove 23, and the fixing plate 25 may be provided with a guide groove along the moving direction of the snap-fit ​​structure 32 to improve the moving stability of the snap-fit ​​structure 32. Furthermore, the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 is located in the opening 24, and one end of the second elastic member 35 abuts against the opposite side of the pressing surface 311 of the button 31, while the other end abuts against the fixing plate 25, thereby simplifying the structure while ensuring that the snap-fit ​​structure 32 and the button 31 automatically return to the second state.

[0052] In one specific embodiment, the server further includes a rotating mechanism 4, which is also referred to Figure 2 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 , Figure 9This is a structural diagram illustrating the contact state between the rotating mechanism 4 and the locking structure. Figure 10 This is a structural diagram illustrating the state of the rotating mechanism 4 separated from the locking structure. The rotating mechanism 4 is mounted on the panel structure 2 and is positioned opposite the locking mechanism 3, away from the bayonet 11. In a specific configuration, the rotating mechanism 4 may include an abutment portion 41 and a rotating portion 42, with the rotating portion 42 connected to the abutment portion 41, and as shown... Figure 4 As shown, one side of the rotating part 42 exposes the panel surface 21 of the panel structure 2. The user can apply rotational force to the rotating part 42 exposed in the panel structure 2 to drive the abutment part 41 to rotate. Specifically, see also... Figure 9 and Figure 10 When the latching structure 32 mates with the bayonet 11, the abutting part 41 abuts against the side of the latching structure 32 away from the bayonet 11 to restrict the movement of the latching structure 32, thereby improving the connection reliability between the panel structure 2 and the chassis 1. When it is necessary to separate the latching structure 32 from the bayonet 11, firstly, the rotating part 42 is rotated to drive the abutting part 41 to separate from the latching structure 32, and then the latching part 322 can be disengaged from the bayonet 11 by continuously pressing the pressing surface 311 of the button 31.

[0053] In summary, the server provided by this utility model is detachably connected to the chassis 1 via a locking mechanism 3. When the locking mechanism 3's snap-fit ​​structure 32 matches and snaps into the chassis 1's snap-fit, only the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 is exposed on the panel surface 21 of the panel structure 2. Furthermore, the pressing surface 311 is coplanar with or embedded in the panel surface 21 of the panel structure 2. Therefore, it can effectively improve the consistency and coordination of the server's appearance.

[0054] Furthermore, since the snap-fit ​​structure 32 can be disengaged from the latch 11 when the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 is maintained, and there is an angle of less than 180° between the pressing surface 311 of the button 31 and the panel surface 21, the user can hold the panel surface 21 along the gap between the pressing surface 311 and the panel surface 21 and apply a pulling force to pull the panel structure 2 out of the chassis 1, thereby ensuring reliable disassembly between the panel structure 2 and the chassis 1.

[0055] It should be noted that the panel structure 2 can be equipped with one locking mechanism 3 or two locking mechanisms 3. When two locking mechanisms 3 are provided, the two locking mechanisms 3 can move along the following path: Figure 1 The X-axis direction is shown to be relatively opposite, and the side wall of the chassis 1 is provided with latches 11 corresponding to the two locking mechanisms 3 one-to-one. In addition, it is worth mentioning that when the panel structure 2 is provided with only one locking mechanism 3, the user only needs to press the button 31 with one hand to realize the quick disassembly between the panel structure 2 and the chassis 1. Compared with the handle unlocking method of the prior art, the server operation provided by this utility model is more convenient.

[0056] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope. Therefore, if these modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this utility model and their equivalents, this utility model also intends to include these modifications and variations.

Claims

1. A server, characterized in that, It includes a locking mechanism, a panel structure, and a chassis, wherein the locking mechanism is disposed on the panel structure, wherein: The locking mechanism includes a button, a snap-fit ​​structure, and a connecting structure. The button is connected to the snap-fit ​​structure via the connecting structure. The side wall of the chassis is provided with a snap-fit ​​slot that matches the snap-fit ​​structure. When the snap-fit ​​structure snaps into the bayonet, the pressing surface of the button is coplanar with or embedded in the panel surface of the panel structure. When the pressing surface of the button is pressed, the button moves and drives the snap-fit ​​structure to exit the snap-fit ​​through the connecting structure, and there is an angle α between the pressing surface of the button and the plate surface, and α < 180°.

2. The server according to claim 1, characterized in that, The button is hinged to the panel structure; along the radial direction of the hinge axis, the connecting structure is spaced apart from the hinge axis, with one end connected to the button and the other end inserted into the snap-fit ​​structure; When the pressing surface of the button is pressed, the connecting structure causes the button to rotate around the axis of the hinge shaft; and the connecting structure inserted into the snap-fit ​​structure slides relative to the hinge shaft in a direction away from the plate surface.

3. The server according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the pressing surface of the button is pressed, the angle by which the connecting structure causes the button to rotate around the axis of the hinge shaft is α, and α < 90°.

4. The server according to claim 2, characterized in that, The panel structure includes a receiving groove, and at least a portion of the snap-fit ​​structure is located in the receiving groove; The snap-fit ​​structure includes a mounting hole, and the connecting structure is inserted into the mounting hole; the mounting hole includes an inclined surface, and when the pressing surface of the button is pressed, the connecting structure slides along the inclined surface, and the snap-fit ​​structure slides in the receiving groove and exits from the snap-fit ​​opening.

5. The server according to claim 4, characterized in that, The panel structure has an opening on its surface, which communicates with the receiving groove; the pressing surface of the button is located in the opening. When the pressing surface of the button is pressed, the connecting structure causes the button to rotate toward the receiving groove.

6. The server according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking mechanism further includes a first elastic element, which is located between the snap-fit ​​structure and the panel structure, with one end abutting against the snap-fit ​​structure and the other end abutting against the panel structure.

7. The server according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first elastic element is a spring, the snap-fit ​​structure is provided with a support structure, one end of the spring is sleeved on the support structure, and the other end abuts against the panel structure.

8. The server according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking mechanism further includes a second elastic element, which is located between the pressing surface of the button and the panel structure, with one end abutting against the button and the other end abutting against the panel structure.

9. The server according to claim 8, characterized in that, The panel structure includes a fixing plate, which is spaced apart from the panel surface to form a receiving groove, and at least a portion of the snap-fit ​​structure is located in the receiving groove; The panel structure has an opening on its surface, which communicates with the receiving groove; the pressing surface of the button is located in the opening; one end of the second elastic member abuts against the button, and the other end abuts against the fixing plate.

10. The server according to claim 1, characterized in that, The server further includes a rotating mechanism, which is mounted on the panel structure and is positioned opposite to the locking mechanism from the bayonet. When the locking structure matches the bayonet, the rotating mechanism abuts against the side of the locking structure opposite to the bayonet, thereby restricting the movement of the locking structure.

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