Base docking station for desktop computers

Abstract

Base docking station (1) for a desktop computer (2) configured to expand the connection ports and / or storage space of the desktop computer, wherein the base docking station (1) has a connection structure (11) that is electrically connected to the desktop computer (2); the base docking station (1) has a mounting surface (12) for placing the desktop computer (2); and a recessed recess (121) is provided at a corner of the top surface (12), wherein the recessed recess (121) is recessed and cut out towards the bottom of the docking station (1) and the recessed recess (121) is open on a side surface of the base docking station (1).

Description

AREA OF TECHNOLOGY

[0001] The present utility model relates to the technical field of docking stations for desktop computers, in particular a basic docking station for a desktop computer. BACKGROUND

[0002] Desktop computers, such as the Apple Mac mini and similar devices, are characterized by their small size, and each can serve as a host, placed directly on a desktop or in other locations and connected to a monitor. Despite their extremely compact design, desktop computers offer high computing and processing power, and are therefore very popular with consumers.

[0003] Desktop computers can be placed on desktop computer docking stations. These docking stations can be connected to the desktop computers to expand their connectivity ports or storage capacity, further improving user-friendliness and performance.

[0004] In the pursuit of extreme miniaturization or aesthetics, the desktop computer's power button is located in a corner of the bottom. When the computer is placed on the docking station, it must be lifted to press the power button, making operation awkward. SUMMARY

[0005] Embodiments of the present utility model provide a base docking station for a desktop computer to solve the problem that, in the prior art, when the power button is pressed, a desktop computer placed on a base docking station has to be lifted, which makes pressing the power button cumbersome.

[0006] The present utility model discloses a base docking station for a desktop computer, configured to expand the connection ports and / or storage capacity of the desktop computer, wherein the base docking station has a connection structure electrically connected to the desktop computer; the base docking station has a standing surface for placing the desktop computer; and a recessed recess is provided at one corner of the standing surface. The recessed recess extends into the lower part of the docking station and is open on one side face of the base docking station.

[0007] Optionally, the top surface of the installation includes a partial installation area and an inclined ring-shaped surface; the partial installation area is located in the center of the top surface of the installation, the inclined ring-shaped surface is provided around the partial installation area, and the inclined ring-shaped surface is inclined from the inside out towards the bottom of the base docking station.

[0008] Optionally, a mounting recess is provided on the mounting surface, and the shape of the mounting recess is adapted to the shape of a protruding part with a ventilation opening on an upper side surface of the lower part of the desktop computer; and a first groove is formed around an edge of the mounting recess, and a non-slip rubber ring is fitted in the first groove.

[0009] Optionally, there is an upper opening of the recessed area on the inclined ring-shaped surface.

[0010] Optionally, one wall surface of the recessed area can be an arc-shaped surface.

[0011] Optionally, the recessed area can be smaller at the bottom and larger at the top.

[0012] Optionally, multiple connection interfaces are provided on one side of the base docking station.

[0013] Optionally, the connection structure is a connection provided on a side surface of the base docking station, and the connection has terminal blocks.

[0014] Optionally, the connector has two terminal blocks, and the two terminal blocks are connected to the two electrical ports connected to the desktop computer.

[0015] An optional storage module is provided within the base docking station.

[0016] Compared to the prior art, the base docking station for the desktop computer provided in the embodiments of the present utility model offers the following advantages: the base docking station has a recessed area at one corner of its upper surface; this recessed area extends into the lower part of the docking station and is open on the side of the base docking station; and when in use, a power button located at one corner of the lower part of the desktop computer corresponds to the recessed area. The recessed area is open on one side and one top surface, thus providing suitable space for the power button, and when a user uses the base docking station to expand the connection ports and / or storage capacity of the desktop computer, the power button on the lower part can be easily pressed. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] The technical solutions of this utility model are explained in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples of embodiments. The drawings show: Fig. Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a desktop computer and a basic docking station in an embodiment of the present utility model; Fig. Figure 2 is another schematic diagram of a basic docking station in an embodiment of the present utility model; Fig. Figure 3 is a further schematic diagram of a base station in an embodiment of the present utility model; and Fig. Figure 4 is another schematic diagram of a basic docking station in an embodiment of the present utility model. Reference symbols in the drawings:

[0018] 1. Base docking station; 11. Connection structure; 111. Connection; 1111. Terminal block; 12. Mounting top; 121. Recessed recess; 122. Mounting surface; 1221. Mounting recess; 1221a. First groove; 1222. Anti-slip rubber ring; 123. Inclined annular surface; 13. Connection interface; 14. Window; 15. Cover plate; 2. Desktop computer; 21. Protruding part; and 211. Ventilation opening. DESCRIPTION OF THE EXECUTION FORMS

[0019] It should be noted that the embodiments and features of the embodiments in the present application may be combined with one another, provided that no opposition exists. The preferred embodiments of the present utility model are now described in detail in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0020] One embodiment of the present utility model provides a basic docking station 1 for a desktop computer 2. As shown in Fig. 1 to Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the base docking station 1 for the desktop computer 2 is configured to expand the connection ports and / or storage capacity of the desktop computer 2. The base docking station 1 has a connection structure 11 that is electrically connected to the desktop computer 2; the base docking station 1 has a mounting surface 12 for placing the desktop computer 2; and a recessed recess 121 is provided at one corner of the mounting surface 12, the recessed recess 121 is recessed and cut out into a lower part of the docking station, and the recessed recess 121 is open on a side face of the base docking station 1.

[0021] The base docking station 1 of this utility model is configured to connect to the desktop computer 2 in order to expand the connection ports and / or storage capacity of the desktop computer 2. When in use, the desktop computer 2 can be placed directly on the top surface 12 of the base docking station 1, thus making the base docking station 1 function as a base.

[0022] The base docking station 1 has a recessed recess 121 at one corner of its upper surface 12. This recessed recess 121 extends into the lower part of the docking station and is open on the side of the base docking station 1. When in use, a power button located at one corner of the lower part of the desktop computer 2 corresponds to the recessed recess 121. The recessed recess 121 is open on one side and one top surface to provide suitable space for the power button. When a user uses the base docking station 1 to expand the connection ports and / or storage capacity of the desktop computer 2, the power button on the lower part can be easily pressed.

[0023] In particular, the base docking station 1 of the present utility model is used with an Apple Mac mini desktop computer. The Apple Mac mini desktop computer is provided on its lower part with a protruding part 21, a ventilation opening 211 is provided around the circumference of the protruding part 21, and the ventilation opening 211 includes an air outlet and an air inlet.

[0024] Furthermore, the mounting surface 12 comprises a mounting area 122 and an inclined annular surface 123. The mounting area 122 is located in the center of the mounting surface 12, the inclined annular surface 123 surrounds the mounting area 122, and the inclined annular surface 123 slopes from the inside out towards the lower part of the base docking station 1. In this solution, the mounting surface 12 is divided into the mounting area 122 and the inclined annular surface 123. When in use, the protruding part 21 is placed on the mounting area 122 on the lower part of the desktop computer 2, and then the air entering or exiting the ventilation opening 211 located on a side surface of the protruding part 21 flows over the inclined annular surface 123.The inclined annular surface 123 is inclined from the inside out towards the lower part of the base docking station 1, so that the inclined annular surface 123 can guide the air during air intake and exhaust, thereby improving the smooth effect of the air intake and exhaust, and thus improving the heat dissipation effect and reducing air noise during air intake and exhaust. Furthermore, the inclined annular surface 123 is inclined from the inside out towards the lower part of the base docking station 1, so that there is a large distance between an edge of the base docking station 1 and an edge of the desktop computer 2, which also contributes to improved heat dissipation.

[0025] A mounting recess 1221 is provided on the mounting surface 122, and the shape of the mounting recess 1221 is adapted to the shape of the protruding part 21 with the ventilation opening 211 on the upper side surface of the lower part of the desktop computer 2. When in use, the protruding part 21 on the lower part of the desktop computer 2 can be inserted into the mounting recess 1221 to secure the desktop computer 2 and improve its stability, so that the desktop computer 2 can be positioned more stably on the base docking station 1. Furthermore, a first groove 1221a is formed around one edge of the mounting recess 1221, and a non-slip rubber ring 1222 is fitted in the first groove 1221a.

[0026] The non-slip rubber ring 1222 further increases friction to securely position the desktop computer 2 on the mounting surface 122, preventing it from rotating in the mounting recess 1221 when touched. This allows the power button on the base to be positioned offset from the recess 121, preventing the computer from sliding out of the mounting recess 1221. The non-slip rubber ring 1222 can be mounted and secured in the first groove 1221a using adhesive. The non-slip rubber ring 1222 can be made of rubber, silicone, or a similar material.

[0027] In particular, an upper opening of the recessed recess 121 is located on the top of the inclined annular surface 123. One wall surface of the recessed recess 121 is an arc-shaped surface that is better suited to receiving a user's finger when pressing the power button. The recessed recess 121 is smaller at the bottom and larger at the top, so that the user can easily press the power button.

[0028] Furthermore, several connection interfaces 13 are provided on one side face of the base docking station 1. These connection interfaces 13 include, for example, Type-C ports, Type-A ports, HDMI ports, audio jacks, memory card slots, and the like. A circuit board is provided inside the base docking station 1, and the connection interfaces 13 are all mounted on this circuit board. The connection structure 11 is a connector 111 provided on one side face of the base docking station 1, and the connector 111 has terminals 1111. Specifically, the connector 111 has two terminals 1111, and these two terminals 1111 are connected to the two ports that are electrically connected to the desktop computer 2. The two terminals 1111 are both Type-C ports that are connected to the corresponding ports of the desktop computer 2.

[0029] In addition, a storage module is provided in the base docking station 1.

[0030] The storage module can expand the storage capacity of the desktop computer 2. The base docking station 1 is equipped with a window 14, and a cover plate 15 for covering the window 14 is attached to the window 14 with screws. The storage module inside the base docking station 1 can be installed and removed through the window 14, and the screw-fastened cover plate 15 can be easily removed and installed, thus facilitating the installation and removal of the storage module.

[0031] It is understood that the above embodiments serve only to illustrate the technical solutions of the present utility model and do not constitute any limitations; those skilled in the art may modify the technical solutions described in the above embodiments or replace some of the technical features contained therein with equivalent ones; and all such modifications and replacements should fall within the scope of protection of the attached claims of the present utility model.

Claims

[1] Base docking station (1) for a desktop computer (2) configured to expand the connection ports and / or storage space of the desktop computer, wherein the base docking station (1) has a connection structure (11) that is electrically connected to the desktop computer (2); the base docking station (1) has a mounting surface (12) for placing the desktop computer (2); and a recessed recess (121) is provided at a corner of the top surface (12), wherein the recessed recess (121) is recessed and cut out towards the bottom of the docking station (1) and the recessed recess (121) is open on a side surface of the base docking station (1). [2] Base docking station (1) for a desktop computer (2) according to claim 1, wherein the upper surface (12) has a support surface (122) and an inclined annular surface (123), the support surface (122) is arranged in the center of the upper surface (12), the inclined annular surface (123) surrounds the support surface (122), and the inclined annular surface (123) is inclined from the inside out towards the lower part of the base docking station (1). [3] Base docking station (1) for a desktop computer (2) according to claim 2, wherein a mounting recess (1221) is provided on the mounting surface (122), and the shape of the mounting recess (1221) is adapted to the shape of a protruding part (21) with a ventilation opening (211) on an upper side surface of the lower part of the desktop computer (2); and a first groove (1221a) is formed around an edge of the mounting recess (1221), and a non-slip rubber ring (1222) is fitted in the first groove (1221a). [4] Base docking station (1) for a desktop computer (2) according to claim 3, wherein an upper opening of the recessed recess (121) is located on the top side of the inclined annular surface (123). [5] Base docking station (1) for a desktop computer (2) according to one of claims 1 to 4, wherein a wall surface of the recessed recess (121) is an arc-shaped surface. [6] Base docking station (1) for a desktop computer (2) according to claim 5, wherein the recessed recess (121) is smaller at the bottom and larger at the top. [7] Base docking station (1) for a desktop computer (2) according to one of claims 1 to 4, wherein several connection interfaces (13) are provided on a side surface of the base docking station (1). [8] Base docking station (1) for a desktop computer (2) according to one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the connection structure (11) is a connection (111) arranged on a side surface of the base docking station (1) and the connection (111) has terminals (1111). [9] Base docking station (1) for a desktop computer (2) according to claim 8, wherein the connector (111) has two terminal blocks (1111) and the two terminal blocks (1111) are connected to the two connection ports electrically connected to the desktop computer (2). [10] Base docking station (1) for a desktop computer (2) according to claim 7, wherein a memory module is provided within the base docking station (1).

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