A solid state drive mounting assembly

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of solid state drive installation components, including mainboard and hard disk body, installation groove is opened in the mainboard, slot is opened in the installation groove, the hard disk body is arranged in installation groove and is inserted with slot, fixed mechanism is provided on the mainboard outside, the fixed mechanism includes fixed plate and plug-in rod, the fixed plate is set in mainboard top surface, plug-in rod is fixed on mainboard and is inserted with fixed plate, fixed sleeve is inserted with the top end of plug-in rod, snap ring is fixedly arranged in the inboard of fixed sleeve, sliding slot is opened in the outer wall of plug-in rod, the sliding slot is provided with multiple groups and inboard is slidably provided with clamping block, the bottom surface of multiple clamping blocks is abutted on the top surface of snap ring, by setting installation groove and slot structure on mainboard, the industry problem of inconvenient fixing in traditional solid state drive installation is innovatively solved, the device is designed with fixed plate and plug-in rod combination, so that solid state drive can be quickly and accurately positioned in mainboard specified position.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of computer hardware assembly technology, and more specifically, to a solid-state drive installation component. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of modern computer hardware assembly and maintenance, solid-state storage devices have become standard equipment due to their high-speed read / write performance and stable reliability.

[0003] However, in actual server deployment, data center construction, and personal computer assembly, technicians face the problem of low installation efficiency for solid-state storage devices. Traditional installation methods typically involve directly inserting the storage device into the motherboard interface, requiring additional screws or clips for securing it. This method not only requires specialized tools but also delicate operations within the confined space of the chassis.

[0004] Especially in large-scale server deployment environments, technicians often need to complete the installation of dozens or even hundreds of storage devices within a limited time. The tedious and fixed steps greatly reduce work efficiency and also increase the risk of interface damage due to repeated operations. Utility Model Content

[0005] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0006] In view of the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides a solid-state drive installation component to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background art.

[0007] (II) Technical Solution

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a solid-state drive (SSD) mounting assembly, comprising a motherboard and a hard drive body. The motherboard has a mounting slot, and the mounting slot contains a slot. The hard drive body is disposed within the mounting slot and inserted into the slot. A fixing mechanism is provided on the outer side of the motherboard. The fixing mechanism includes a fixing plate and a plug rod. The fixing plate is disposed on the top surface of the motherboard. The plug rod is fixed to the motherboard and inserted into the fixing plate. A fixing sleeve is inserted into the top of the plug rod. A retaining ring is fixedly disposed on the inner side of the fixing sleeve. A sliding groove is provided on the outer wall of the plug rod. Multiple sets of sliding grooves are provided, each with a sliding locking block on its inner side. The bottom surfaces of the multiple sets of locking blocks abut against the top surface of the retaining ring. A push spring is connected to the inner side of the fixing plate. Multiple sets of push springs are provided, and a pressure plate is fixedly disposed at their bottom ends. The pressure plate abuts against the top surface of the hard drive body.

[0009] The present invention is further configured such that a compression spring is connected between the inner side of each set of locking blocks and the inner wall of the sliding groove. The compression spring is provided in multiple sets. This configuration provides a reliable elastic restoring force to the locking blocks, ensuring that the locking blocks can automatically return to the working position after being moved by external force. This enhances the sensitivity and reliability of the locking mechanism and significantly improves the service life and stability of the solid-state drive fixing device.

[0010] The present invention is further configured such that the top of the multiple sets of card blocks and the inner side of the retaining ring are all set as inclined surfaces. This configuration creates a self-guiding structure between the card blocks and the retaining ring, allowing them to slide naturally along the inclined surfaces during installation, reducing insertion resistance, making the connection between the fixing sleeve and the plug smoother, and improving the convenience of hard drive installation and the user experience.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that a sliding groove is provided on the outer wall of the fixed sleeve, and multiple sets of sliding grooves are provided, each with a slider slidably connected to its inner side. An unlocking sleeve is fixedly provided on the inner side of each set of sliders. This configuration constructs a complete unlocking transmission mechanism. By moving the unlocking sleeve through the slider, the function of controlling the internal locking block from the outside can be realized, providing a convenient way for the quick disassembly of solid-state drives.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that a limiting groove is provided on the outer side of each of the multiple sets of sliders, a rotating sleeve is rotatably provided on the outer wall of the fixed sleeve, a limiting plate is fixedly provided on the top of the rotating sleeve, multiple sets of limiting plates are provided and respectively abut against the limiting groove, an annular groove is provided on the outer wall of the fixed sleeve, and the multiple sets of limiting plates slide in the annular groove. This configuration forms a safety locking system to prevent misoperation. The cooperation between the limiting plate and the limiting groove ensures that the unlocking sleeve can only move when the rotating sleeve is intentionally rotated, effectively preventing the hard drive from loosening due to accidental contact, and improving the safety and reliability of the entire fixing system.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that a movable groove is provided at the top of the insertion rod, and a compression spring is connected to the inner side of the movable groove. A stop plate is connected to the top of the compression spring. This configuration provides an automatic reset function for the unlocking sleeve. After the unlocking operation is completed, the spring force of the compression spring pushes the stop plate and the unlocking sleeve back to the initial position, ensuring that the locking mechanism is ready for the next operation at any time, thereby improving the continuous use efficiency and operation convenience of the device.

[0014] This utility model is further configured such that a pressing block is fixedly provided on the bottom surface of the rotating sleeve, and multiple sets of the pressing block are provided. A baffle is fixedly provided on the outer wall of the fixed sleeve, and multiple sets of the baffle are provided, each connected to a return spring. An arc-shaped rod is fixedly provided on the outer wall of each set of pressing blocks, and the multiple sets of arc-shaped rods are slidably connected to the multiple sets of baffles. This configuration realizes the automatic return function of the rotating sleeve. The operator only needs to rotate the rotating sleeve and release it, and the return spring will automatically restore the rotating sleeve to the locked position. The sliding connection between the arc-shaped rod and the baffle ensures the smoothness of the rotation and the positioning accuracy, greatly improving the user experience and operational reliability.

[0015] The present invention is further configured such that a positioning groove is formed on the top surface of the main board, the fixing plate abuts against the positioning groove, and the fixing plate is provided with insertion holes. Multiple sets of insertion holes are provided and are respectively inserted into multiple sets of insertion rods. The outer sides of the multiple sets of insertion holes are provided with rounded corners. This configuration allows the fixing plate to be precisely positioned on the main board. The cooperation between the positioning groove and the fixing plate eliminates the possibility of horizontal shaking. The matching of multiple sets of insertion holes and insertion rods ensures vertical stability. The rounded corner design reduces wear and resistance during installation, effectively extends the service life of the connecting parts, and improves the durability and ease of installation of the entire device.

[0016] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a solid-state drive mounting component, which has the following advantages:

[0018] 1. By setting up mounting slots and sockets on the motherboard, this innovative solution solves the industry problem of inconvenient fixation during traditional solid-state drive (SSD) installation. The device uses a combination of a fixing plate and a plug rod, enabling the SSD to be quickly and accurately positioned in the designated location on the motherboard. The linkage mechanism between the fixing sleeve and the retaining ring ensures a firm connection between the SSD and the motherboard. The elastic clamping design of the pressure plate and push spring provides a uniform and stable fixing force for the SSD, greatly simplifying the installation process and significantly improving the work efficiency of technicians in large-scale server deployment environments. At the same time, it effectively avoids the risk of interface damage caused by repeated operations.

[0019] 2. The sliding structure of the locking block and sliding groove, combined with the elastic support of the compression spring, achieves reliable locking between the fixing sleeve and the insertion rod. The beveled design of the locking block and the retaining ring significantly reduces installation resistance, making the connection process smoother. The collaborative working mechanism of the slider and the unlocking sleeve provides a convenient way for disassembly. The limiting structure of the limiting groove and the rotating sleeve prevents accidental unlocking and ensures the stability of the system during operation. This design perfectly solves the industry pain point of lack of standardization in fixing methods of different manufacturers, and provides technicians with a universal and efficient solid-state drive installation solution.

[0020] 3. This device, through its carefully designed movable groove and compression spring structure, provides a reliable reset function for the unlocking mechanism. The combination of the compression block and the reset spring ensures that the rotating sleeve can automatically return to its original position and relock. The sliding connection between the arc-shaped rod and the baffle limits the rotation angle, preventing damage to the mechanism due to excessive rotation. The matching design of the positioning groove and the insertion hole allows the fixing plate to be precisely positioned. The rounded corner design reduces wear during installation. The overall structure is compact and reasonable, and the operation is simple and intuitive. It significantly reduces system downtime during maintenance and upgrades, improves the availability and reliability of electronic equipment, and provides important technical support for the modern computer hardware field that requires high-performance storage. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a solid-state drive mounting component according to the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembly structure of the fixing plate in this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixing sleeve and the insertion rod in this utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the fixing sleeve in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the insertion rod in this utility model.

[0026] In the diagram: 1. Motherboard; 2. Hard drive body; 3. Mounting slot; 4. Slot; 5. Fixing plate; 6. Insert rod; 7. Fixing sleeve; 8. Snap ring; 9. Sliding groove; 10. Locking block; 11. Push spring; 12. Pressure plate; 13. Compression spring; 14. Sliding groove; 15. Slider; 16. Unlocking sleeve; 17. Limiting groove; 18. Rotating sleeve; 19. Limiting plate; 20. Annular groove; 21. Movable groove; 22. Compression spring; 23. Abutment plate; 24. Compression block; 25. Baffle; 26. Reset spring; 27. Arc rod; 28. Positioning groove; 29. ​​Insertion hole. Detailed Implementation

[0027] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0028] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0029] In this utility model, unless otherwise stated, the orientations used, such as "up" and "down", usually refer to the direction shown in the accompanying drawings, or to the vertical, perpendicular, or gravitational direction; similarly, for ease of understanding and description, "left" and "right" usually refer to the left and right shown in the accompanying drawings; "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours of each component itself, but the above directional terms are not used to limit this utility model.

[0030] Please see Figures 1-5 A solid-state drive (SSD) mounting assembly includes a motherboard 1 and a hard drive body 2. The motherboard 1 has a mounting slot 3, and a slot 4 is provided inside the mounting slot 3. The hard drive body 2 is placed in the mounting slot 3 and inserted into the slot 4. A fixing mechanism is provided on the outside of the motherboard 1. The fixing mechanism includes a fixing plate 5 and a plug rod 6. The fixing plate 5 is located on the top surface of the motherboard 1. The plug rod 6 is fixed on the motherboard 1 and inserted into the fixing plate 5. A fixing sleeve 7 is inserted at the top of the plug rod 6. A retaining ring 8 is fixedly provided inside the fixing sleeve 7. A sliding groove 9 is provided on the outer wall of the plug rod 6. Multiple sets of sliding grooves 9 are provided, and each set of retaining blocks 10 slides on its inner side. The bottom surfaces of the multiple sets of retaining blocks 10 abut against the top surface of the retaining ring 8. A push spring 11 is connected to the inner side of the fixing plate 5. Multiple sets of push springs 11 are provided, and a pressure plate 12 is fixedly provided at the bottom end. The pressure plate 12 abuts against the top surface of the hard drive body 2.

[0031] Compression springs 13 are provided between the inner side of multiple sets of card blocks 10 and the inner wall of sliding groove 9, and multiple sets of compression springs 13 are provided.

[0032] The top of the multiple sets of card blocks 10 and the inner side of the card ring 8 are both set as bevels.

[0033] The outer wall of the fixed sleeve 7 is provided with a sliding groove 14. The sliding groove 14 is provided with multiple sets of sliders 15, and the inner side of each set of sliders 15 is slidably connected to an unlocking sleeve 16.

[0034] Multiple sets of sliders 15 are provided with limiting grooves 17 on their outer sides. A rotating sleeve 18 is provided on the outer wall of the fixed sleeve 7. A limiting plate 19 is fixed on the top of the rotating sleeve 18. Multiple sets of limiting plates 19 are provided and abut against the limiting grooves 17 respectively. An annular groove 20 is provided on the outer wall of the fixed sleeve 7. Multiple sets of limiting plates 19 slide within the annular groove 20.

[0035] The top of the insertion rod 6 is provided with a movable groove 21, and a compression spring 22 is connected to the inner side of the movable groove 21. The top of the compression spring 22 is connected to an abutment plate 23.

[0036] The bottom surface of the rotating sleeve 18 is fixedly provided with a pressing block 24, and multiple sets of pressing blocks 24 are provided. The outer wall of the fixed sleeve 7 is fixedly provided with a baffle 25, and multiple sets of baffles 25 are provided. Each set of baffles 25 is connected to a return spring 26. The outer wall of each set of pressing blocks 24 is fixedly provided with an arc-shaped rod 27, and the multiple sets of arc-shaped rods 27 are slidably connected to the multiple sets of baffles 25.

[0037] The top surface of the main board 1 has a positioning groove 28, and the fixing plate 5 abuts against the positioning groove 28. The fixing plate 5 has a socket 29, and there are multiple sets of sockets 29, which are respectively connected to multiple sets of plug rods 6. The outer side of each set of sockets 29 is rounded.

[0038] In this embodiment, when the hard disk body 2 needs to be installed, the hard disk body 2 is placed in the mounting slot 3, and then the hard disk body 2 is slid and inserted into the slot 4. Then, the fixing plate 5 is abutted in the positioning slot 28 and the insertion rod 6 is inserted into the insertion hole 29. At this time, the pressure plate 12 abuts against the top surface of the hard disk body 2 and simultaneously compresses multiple sets of push springs 11. Then, the fixing sleeve 7 is inserted into the insertion rod 6. The retaining ring 8 pushes multiple sets of locking blocks 10 to slide into the sliding groove 9 and compresses the compression spring 13. When the multiple sets of locking blocks 10 are fully inserted into the fixing sleeve 7, the compression spring 13 resets and pushes the locking blocks 10 to slide into the sliding groove 9, so that the multiple sets of locking blocks 10 abut against the top surface of the retaining ring 8. At this time, the unlocking sleeve 16 slides in the movable groove 21 and pushes the abutment plate 23 to compress the compression spring 22. The fixing sleeve 7 abuts against the top surface of the fixing plate 5 to fix the fixing plate 5. The multiple sets of push springs 11 push the pressure plate 12 to abut against the outer wall of the hard disk body 2 to fix it.

[0039] More specifically, when the fixed plate 5 needs to be disassembled, rotating the rotating sleeve 18 causes multiple sets of limiting plates 19 to slide along the annular groove 20 and disengage from the limiting groove 17, releasing the restriction on multiple sets of sliders 15. When the rotating sleeve 18 rotates, it causes multiple sets of pressing blocks 24 to compress the return spring 26, pushing the unlocking sleeve 16 to slide along the movable groove 21 and pushing multiple sets of locking blocks 10 to slide into the sliding groove 9, releasing the contact between the multiple sets of locking blocks 10 and the locking ring 8. Then, the insertion rod 6 can be separated from the fixed sleeve 7. The pressing spring 22 pushes the abutment plate 23, and the abutment plate 23 pushes the unlocking sleeve 16 to reset, so that multiple sets of sliders 15 slide to the top of the sliding groove 14, making the limiting groove 17 parallel to the annular groove 20. The rotating sleeve 18 is released, and the multiple sets of return springs 26 push the pressing blocks 24 to rotate the rotating sleeve 18, while simultaneously causing multiple sets of limiting plates 19 to slide into the limiting groove 17 to limit the unlocking sleeve 16.

[0040] In summary, during the use or operation of the overall device: when the hard drive body 2 needs to be installed, place the hard drive body 2 in the mounting slot 3, then slide the hard drive body 2 into the slot 4, then abut the fixing plate 5 into the positioning slot 28 and simultaneously insert the insertion rod 6 into the insertion hole 29. At this time, the pressure plate 12 abuts against the top surface of the hard drive body 2 and simultaneously compresses multiple sets of push springs 11. Then, the fixing sleeve 7 is inserted into the insertion rod 6, and the retaining ring 8 pushes multiple sets of retaining blocks 10 to slide into the sliding groove. The compression spring 13 is squeezed within the 9. After the multiple sets of locking blocks 10 are fully inserted into the fixed sleeve 7, the compression spring 13 resets and pushes the locking blocks 10 to slide in the sliding groove 9, so that the multiple sets of locking blocks 10 abut against the top surface of the locking ring 8. At this time, the unlocking sleeve 16 slides in the movable groove 21 and pushes the abutment plate 23 to compress the compression spring 22. The fixed sleeve 7 abuts against the top surface of the fixed plate 5 to fix the fixed plate 5. The multiple sets of push springs 11 push the pressure plate 12 to abut against the outer wall of the hard disk body 2 to fix it.

[0041] When the fixed plate 5 needs to be disassembled, rotating the rotating sleeve 18 causes multiple sets of limiting plates 19 to slide along the annular groove 20 and disengage from the limiting groove 17, releasing the restriction on multiple sets of sliders 15. When the rotating sleeve 18 rotates, it causes multiple sets of pressing blocks 24 to compress the return spring 26, pushing the unlocking sleeve 16 to slide along the movable groove 21 and pushing multiple sets of locking blocks 10 to slide into the sliding groove 9, releasing the contact between multiple sets of locking blocks 10 and the locking ring 8. Then the insertion rod 6 can be separated from the fixed sleeve 7. The pressing spring 22 pushes the abutment plate 23, and the abutment plate 23 pushes the unlocking sleeve 16 to reset, so that multiple sets of sliders 15 slide to the top of the sliding groove 14, making the limiting groove 17 parallel to the annular groove 20. The rotating sleeve 18 is released, and the multiple sets of return springs 26 push the pressing blocks 24 to rotate the rotating sleeve 18, while simultaneously causing multiple sets of limiting plates 19 to slide into the limiting groove 17 to limit the unlocking sleeve 16.

[0042] Of all the solutions mentioned above, those involving connections between two components can be selected based on the actual situation, such as welding, bolt and nut connection, bolt or screw connection, or other well-known connection methods. These will not be elaborated on here. For all the fixed connections mentioned above, welding is the preferred option.

[0043] In all the solutions mentioned above, the operation of electrical components, unless otherwise specified, is controlled by a controller. Since the devices matched with the controllers are common devices, their control principles and wiring connections are existing, well-known, and mature technologies, and their specific circuit structures will not be described in detail here. The specific models and specifications of the electrical components involved in this solution need to be selected and determined according to the actual specifications of the device. The specific selection and calculation methods adopt existing technologies in this field, and therefore will not be described in detail.

[0044] Of all the solutions mentioned above, those involving motors can be combined with reducers if necessary. The connection structure and working principle between the motor and the reducer are existing known technologies and will not be described in detail in this utility model.

[0045] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A solid-state drive (SSD) mounting assembly, comprising a motherboard (1) and a hard drive body (2), characterized in that: The motherboard (1) has an installation slot (3) and a slot (4) inside the installation slot (3). The hard disk body (2) is installed in the installation slot (3) and plugged into the slot (4). A fixing mechanism is provided on the outside of the motherboard (1). The fixing mechanism includes a fixing plate (5) and a plug rod (6). The fixing plate (5) is installed on the top surface of the motherboard (1). The plug rod (6) is fixed on the motherboard (1) and plugged into the fixing plate (5). A fixing device is inserted into the top of the plug rod (6). The fixed sleeve (7) has a retaining ring (8) fixedly installed on its inner side. The outer wall of the insertion rod (6) has a sliding groove (9). The sliding groove (9) has multiple sets of retaining blocks (10) that slide on their inner sides. The bottom surfaces of the multiple sets of retaining blocks (10) abut against the top surface of the retaining ring (8). The inner side of the fixed plate (5) is connected to a push spring (11). The push spring (11) has multiple sets of retaining blocks (11) and a pressure plate (12) is fixedly installed at its bottom end. The pressure plate (12) abuts against the top surface of the hard disk body (2).

2. The solid state drive mounting assembly of claim 1, wherein the plurality of groups of fasteners are arranged in a plurality of rows. Compression springs (13) are connected between the inner side of the card block (10) and the inner wall of the sliding groove (9), and multiple sets of compression springs (13) are provided.

3. The solid state drive mounting assembly of claim 2, wherein the plurality of groups of fasteners are arranged in a pattern of two groups of fasteners on each side of the solid state drive mounting assembly. The top of the card block (10) and the inner side of the card ring (8) are both set as inclined surfaces. ​ 4. The solid state drive mounting assembly of claim 3, wherein: The outer wall of the fixed sleeve (7) is provided with a sliding groove (14), and the sliding groove (14) is provided with multiple sets of sliders (15) that are slidably connected to the inner side of each set of sliders (15). The inner side of the multiple sets of sliders (15) is fixedly provided with an unlocking sleeve (16).

5. A solid-state drive mounting assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that: multiple sets The slider (15) is provided with a limiting groove (17) on its outer side. The outer wall of the fixed sleeve (7) is provided with a rotating sleeve (18). The top of the rotating sleeve (18) is fixed with a limiting plate (19). There are multiple sets of limiting plates (19) and they abut against the limiting groove (17) respectively. The outer wall of the fixed sleeve (7) is provided with an annular groove (20). The multiple sets of limiting plates (19) slide in the annular groove (20).

6. A solid-state drive mounting component according to claim 5, characterized in that: The top of the insertion rod (6) is provided with a movable groove (21), and a compression spring (22) is connected to the inner side of the movable groove (21). The top of the compression spring (22) is connected with an abutment plate (23).

7. The solid state drive mounting assembly of claim 6, wherein: The bottom surface of the rotating sleeve (18) is fixedly provided with a pressing block (24), and there are multiple sets of the pressing block (24). The outer wall of the fixed sleeve (7) is fixedly provided with a baffle (25), and there are multiple sets of the baffle (25), and each set of the pressing block (24) is connected with a reset spring (26). The outer wall of each set of pressing blocks (24) is fixedly provided with an arc-shaped rod (27), and the multiple sets of the arc-shaped rod (27) are slidably connected to the multiple sets of baffles (25).

8. The solid state drive mounting assembly of claim 7, wherein: The main board (1) has a positioning groove (28) on its top surface. The fixing plate (5) abuts against the positioning groove (28). The fixing plate (5) has a socket (29). The socket (29) has multiple sets and is connected to multiple sets of plug rods (6). The outer sides of the multiple sets of sockets (29) are rounded.

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