Server chassis and server

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of servers, and in particular to a server chassis and a server. The server chassis comprises: a housing provided with a swap slot; and a partition plate assembly, wherein the partition plate assembly is of a hinge structure, and a rotating shaft of the hinge structure is arranged on a top plate of the swap slot; the hinge structure has a first state in which two leaves are close to each other and fixed to a bottom plate of the swap slot, and has a second state in which the two leaves are unfolded and attached to the top plate of the swap slot; when the hinge structure is in the first state, the swap slot is divided into two half-width slot parts; and when the hinge structure is in the second state, the swap slot is a single full-width slot. A technician can flexibly adjust the position of a hinge structure so as to realize switching between a full-width slot and half-width slots. Therefore, there is no need to remove a partition plate and provide additional fixing members, thereby greatly simplifying the operation steps during module swapping, and improving working efficiency.

Description

Server chassis and servers

[0001] Cross-references to related applications

[0002] This application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202410489866.7, filed on April 23, 2024, entitled "Server Chassis and Server", the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This application relates to the field of server technology, specifically to a server chassis and a server. Background Technology

[0004] With the rapid development of communication technology, servers need to meet the requirements of high density and high scalability. Pluggable modules are widely used in servers, and the specifications of pluggable modules vary. For example, some work scenarios require the use of half-width pluggable modules, while others require the use of full-width pluggable modules.

[0005] Currently, because the external structure of the server chassis is fixed, dedicated slots must be provided in the server chassis to meet the needs of different customers. These slots can support the installation and removal of two types of pluggable modules. To switch from a full-width module to a half-width module, a dedicated half-width module mounting bracket needs to be installed in the slot; conversely, to switch from a half-width module to a full-width module, the half-width module mounting bracket needs to be removed from the slot.

[0006] This results in cumbersome operation and low work efficiency when switching modules. Summary of the Invention

[0007] In view of this, this application provides a server chassis and server to solve the problem of cumbersome operation and low work efficiency when switching modules.

[0008] In a first aspect, this application provides a server chassis, the server chassis comprising:

[0009] The enclosure is equipped with plug-in slots;

[0010] A partition assembly is disposed in the middle of the insertion slot; the partition assembly has a hinge structure, and the pivot of the hinge structure is rotatably mounted on the top plate of the insertion slot; the hinge structure has a first state in which two flaps are close to each other and overlap and are fixed to the bottom plate of the insertion slot, and a second state in which the two flaps are unfolded and fit against the top plate of the insertion slot.

[0011] When the hinge structure is in the first state, the insertion and removal slots form two half-width slots;

[0012] When the hinge structure is in the second state, the insertion slot forms a single full-width slot.

[0013] Beneficial effects: In this embodiment, by configuring the partition assembly as a hinge structure, technicians can flexibly adjust the position of the hinge structure according to the actual situation of plugging and unplugging modules, thereby achieving switching between full-width slots and half-width slots. This eliminates the need to remove the partition and install additional fasteners, greatly simplifying the operation steps during module switching and improving work efficiency.

[0014] In one embodiment, when the hinge structure is in the first state, the two flaps are close to each other, and the partition assembly divides the full-width slot in two, so that the insertion slot forms two half-width slots.

[0015] In one embodiment, the hinge structure is moved from a first state to a second state, and the two flaps unfold and fit against the top plate of the insertion slot, which forms a single full-width slot.

[0016] In one embodiment, the hinge structure's pivot is movably disposed on the top plate of the insertion slot; under the action of external force, when the hinge structure moves along the first direction, the leaf is locked to the insertion slot; when the hinge structure moves along the second direction, the leaf disengages from the insertion slot; the first direction and the second direction are opposite to each other.

[0017] Beneficial effects: In the embodiments of this application, locking is achieved by moving along the first direction and disengaging from each other by moving along the second direction, thus realizing tool-free locking function. This allows for the setting of additional fasteners, which greatly simplifies the locking and unlocking steps and improves work efficiency.

[0018] In one embodiment, the locking is formed by an interference fit between the insertion end and the insertion hole.

[0019] In one embodiment, the locking is formed by a hook and a hanging hole.

[0020] In one embodiment, the server chassis further includes:

[0021] A latch assembly is disposed on the page; the page is detachably connected to the base plate of the insertion slot via the latch assembly.

[0022] In one embodiment, the hook assembly includes:

[0023] A latching component is movably disposed on the blade; the latching component has a latching protrusion on the side of the base plate near the insertion slot;

[0024] A hook hole is formed in the bottom plate of the insertion slot; when the hinge structure is in the first state, the hook protrusion is adapted to be embedded in the hook hole;

[0025] The extension length of the hook hole matches the travel distance of the hinge structure in the first and second directions.

[0026] In one embodiment, the hook component is rotatably or slidably disposed on the leaf.

[0027] Beneficial effects: By setting up a latching component and a latching hole, when the hinge structure switches from the second state to the first state, the latching component can first move the latching protrusion away from the bottom plate of the insertion slot, ensuring that the hinge flap can move normally to the first state. Then, after the hinge flap is in the first state, the latching component can be operated to make the latching protrusion embed into the latching hole, thereby fixing the hinge flap in the rotation direction. It also enables tool-free operation, making it convenient for technicians.

[0028] In one embodiment, the hook assembly further includes:

[0029] A torsion spring, the first end of which is fixed to the leaf plate, and the second end of which is connected to the hook component;

[0030] When an external force is applied to the hook component, the hook component has a first working state in which it drives the hook protrusion away from the base plate of the insertion slot, and the torsion spring stores energy; when no external force is applied to the hook component, the torsion spring releases energy, and the hook component has a second working state in which it drives the hook protrusion closer to the base plate of the insertion slot.

[0031] Beneficial Effects: This embodiment of the application, by incorporating a torsion spring, eliminates the need for manual operation of the latching mechanism when the hinge structure switches from the second state to the first state. Due to the torsion spring's elasticity, if the latch protrusion engages with the base plate of the insertion slot during movement, continued movement will push the latch protrusion open through the base plate of the insertion slot. At this point, the torsion spring stores energy, aligning the base plate of the latch protrusion with the base plate of the hinge blade, ensuring the blade can move normally to the first state. Then, once the blade is in the first state, the torsion spring releases energy and automatically drives the latching mechanism, causing the latch protrusion to engage in the latch hole, thus automatically fixing the blade in the rotational direction. This further reduces the number of steps required from technicians and enables tool-free operation, making it convenient for technicians to use.

[0032] In one embodiment, the hook assembly further includes:

[0033] An unlocking hole is provided on the blade;

[0034] The unlocking component passes through the unlocking hole and connects to the hook component; the unlocking component is located on the outer side of the leaf, and the hook component is located on the inner side of the leaf.

[0035] The extension length of the unlocking hole, the movement stroke of the unlocking component, and the movement stroke of the hook component correspond one-to-one.

[0036] Beneficial effects: By providing an unlocking hole and an unlocking component, when the hinge structure switches from the second state to the first state, a technician can first operate the unlocking component to move the hook component away from the bottom plate of the insertion slot, ensuring that the hinge flap can move normally to the first state. Then, when the hinge flap is in the first state, the unlocking component is released. At this time, the torsion spring is released and automatically moves the hook component to make the hook protrusion embed into the hook hole, thereby automatically fixing the hinge flap in the rotation direction. This facilitates the operation of the hook component by technicians.

[0037] In one embodiment, the server chassis further includes:

[0038] A stop component is disposed on the page;

[0039] When the hinge structure is in the first state, the hinge structure moves in the first direction, and the leaf is locked to the bottom plate of the insertion slot by the stop component; when the hinge structure moves in the second direction, the leaf disengages from the bottom plate of the insertion slot.

[0040] When the hinge structure is in the second state, the hinge structure moves along the first direction, and the leaf is locked to the top plate of the insertion slot by the stop component; when the hinge structure moves along the second direction, the leaf disengages from the top plate of the insertion slot.

[0041] In one embodiment, the stop component includes:

[0042] A bending clip is provided on the sheet;

[0043] Locking accessories are provided on the base plate of the insertion slot;

[0044] When the hinge structure is in the first state, the hinge structure moves along the first direction, and the bending clip is locked with the locking accessory; when the hinge structure moves along the second direction, the bending clip and the locking accessory disengage, and the leaf separates from the bottom plate of the insertion slot.

[0045] When the hinge structure is in the second state, the hinge structure moves along the first direction, and the bending clip engages with the side of the top plate of the insertion slot; when the hinge structure moves along the second direction, the bending clip disengages from the side of the top plate of the insertion slot, and the leaf blade disengages from the top plate of the insertion slot.

[0046] Beneficial effects: By incorporating bending clips and locking accessories, the hinge structure in both its first and second states can be simultaneously fixed. This means the bending clips can fix the hinge structure in both positions at the same time, eliminating the need for separate fixing devices at each position and thus reducing the number of structural components. Furthermore, tool-free operation is possible when fixing the hinge structure, making it convenient for technicians.

[0047] In one embodiment, the server chassis further includes:

[0048] A latch assembly is provided on the side of the bottom plate of the blade near the insertion slot;

[0049] When the hinge structure is in the first state, the hinge structure moves in the first direction, and the leaf is locked to the bottom plate of the insertion slot by the latch assembly; when the hinge structure moves in the second direction, the leaf disengages from the bottom plate of the insertion slot.

[0050] In one embodiment, the latch assembly includes:

[0051] A latching element is provided on the side of the bottom plate of the blade near the insertion slot;

[0052] A locking hole is formed in the bottom plate of the insertion slot; when the hinge structure is in the first state, the locking hole is adapted for the locking member to enter;

[0053] When the hinge structure moves along the first direction under the action of external force, the latch is adapted to be engaged in the latch hole, and the leaf is locked to the bottom plate of the insertion slot; when the hinge structure moves along the second direction, the latch separates from the latch hole, and the latch is in the latch hole, and the leaf is disengaged from the bottom plate of the insertion slot.

[0054] Beneficial effects: This embodiment of the application, by setting the latching parts and latching holes, can fix the hinge structure in the first state in the first direction. Furthermore, after the latching hook assembly is used in conjunction, it can fix the hinge structure in the direction when switching to the second state, thereby achieving all-round fixation of the hinge structure. This ensures that the partition assembly remains stable during use, enabling the server to operate stably. Moreover, fixing the hinge structure can be done without tools, making it convenient for technicians.

[0055] In one embodiment, the server chassis further includes:

[0056] A hanging pin assembly is disposed on the top plate of the leaf blade near the insertion slot;

[0057] When the hinge structure is in the second state, the hinge structure moves along the first direction, and the leaf is locked to the top plate of the insertion slot by the hook assembly; when the hinge structure moves along the second direction, the leaf disengages from the top plate of the insertion slot.

[0058] In one embodiment, the hook assembly includes:

[0059] A hanging pin is provided on the top plate of the blade near the insertion slot;

[0060] A gourd-shaped hole is formed in the top plate of the insertion slot; when the hinge structure is in the second state, the large opening of the gourd-shaped hole is suitable for the hook to enter;

[0061] When the hinge structure moves along the first direction under the action of external force, the hook piece moves from the large hole of the gourd hole to the small hole of the gourd hole, and the leaf is locked to the top plate of the insertion slot; when the hinge structure moves along the second direction, the hook piece moves from the small hole of the gourd hole to the large hole of the gourd hole, and the leaf is disengaged from the top plate of the insertion slot.

[0062] Beneficial Effects: This embodiment of the application, by setting up hanging nails and gourd holes, can easily fix the hinge structure when it is in the second state, preventing it from detaching and switching to the first state. Furthermore, when used in conjunction with the stop component, the hinge structure can be fixed in the direction of switching to the first state, thus achieving omnidirectional fixation and ensuring the stability of the partition assembly during use, enabling stable server operation. Moreover, fixing the hinge structure can be done without tools, facilitating use by technicians.

[0063] In one embodiment, the top plate of the insertion slot is provided with a rotating sleeve and a fixed sleeve, and the pivot of the hinge structure passes through the rotating sleeve and is rotatably inserted into the fixed sleeve; the rotating sleeve and the hinge structure are spaced apart.

[0064] In one embodiment, each of the two flaps of the hinge structure is provided with a bushing, and the pivot of the hinge structure passes through the bushings of the two flaps, thereby enabling the two flaps to rotate.

[0065] The two adjacent bushings are spaced apart, and the rotating sleeve is located between the two adjacent bushings; the movement stroke of the rotating sleeve between the two adjacent bushings corresponds to the movement stroke of the hinge structure in the first direction and the second direction.

[0066] Beneficial effects: By setting a gap between two adjacent bushings and placing the rotating sleeve between the two adjacent bushings, a portion of the rotating shaft can be an optical axis segment, allowing the blades to move between the gaps and realizing the function of setting the required travel distance of the blades when they move in the first and second directions.

[0067] Secondly, this application also provides a server, which includes a server chassis as described in any of the above embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0068] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the specific embodiments or related technologies of this application, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0069] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the partition assembly in the first state in the insertion slot in an embodiment of this application;

[0070] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the partition assembly in the second state within the insertion slot in an embodiment of this application;

[0071] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the leaf blade and the top plate in an embodiment of this application;

[0072] Figure 4 is an enlarged schematic diagram of the plug-in slot in Figure 1 at the front end;

[0073] Figure 5 is an exploded view of the top plate and partition assembly in an embodiment of this application;

[0074] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the base plate in an embodiment of this application;

[0075] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the page in an embodiment of this application;

[0076] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the hook assembly on the page in an embodiment of this application;

[0077] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of the operation of the hook component in an embodiment of this application;

[0078] Figure 10 is a schematic diagram of the latch assembly moving from the first direction to the second direction in an embodiment of this application;

[0079] Figure 11 is a schematic diagram of the stop component moving from the first direction to the second direction in an embodiment of this application;

[0080] Figure 12 is a schematic diagram of the hinge structure moving from the first direction to the second direction in an embodiment of this application;

[0081] Figure 13 is a schematic diagram of the hinge structure moving from the first state to the second state in an embodiment of this application;

[0082] Figure 14 is a schematic diagram of the hinge structure in the second state and the flaps detached from the top plate in an embodiment of this application;

[0083] Figure 15 is a schematic diagram of the hinge structure in the second state and the hanging pin is located in the small hole of the gourd hole in the embodiment of this application;

[0084] Figure 16 is a schematic diagram of the hinge structure in the second state and the bent clips being snapped onto the top plate in an embodiment of this application.

[0085] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagram: 1. Insertion slot; 11. Top plate; 111. Rotating sleeve; 112. Fixing sleeve; 12. Bottom plate; 2. Hinge structure; 21. Leaf; 22. Shaft; 23. Bushing; 3. Hook assembly; 31. Hook part; 32. Hook protrusion; 33. Hook hole; 34. Torsion spring; 35. Unlocking hole; 36. Unlocking component; 4. Stop assembly; 41. Bending clip; 42. Lock accessory; 5. Tenon assembly; 51. Tenon part; 52. Tenon hole; 6. Hanging nail assembly; 61. Hanging nail part; 62. Loop hole. Detailed Implementation

[0086] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0087] With the rapid development of communication technology, servers need to meet the requirements of high density and high scalability. Pluggable modules are widely used in servers, and the specifications of these modules vary. For example, some work scenarios require half-width pluggable modules, while others require full-width pluggable modules. Currently, because the external structure of the server chassis is fixed, to meet different customer needs, dedicated slots must be provided in the server chassis to support the installation and removal of both types of pluggable modules. Switching from a full-width module to a half-width module requires installing a dedicated half-width module mounting bracket in the slot; switching back from a half-width module to a full-width module requires removing the bracket. This results in cumbersome module switching operations and low work efficiency.

[0088] In view of this, this application provides a server chassis and server to solve the problem of cumbersome operation and low work efficiency when switching modules.

[0089] The embodiments of this application are described below with reference to Figures 1 to 16.

[0090] According to an embodiment of this application, in one aspect, a server chassis is provided, the server chassis including a chassis body and a partition assembly.

[0091] Specifically, in this embodiment of the application, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the housing is provided with a plug-in slot 1, which is a single full-width slot. A partition assembly is located in the middle of the plug-in slot 1, and the partition assembly is a hinge structure 2. The pivot 22 of the hinge structure 2 is located on the top plate 11 of the plug-in slot 1. The hinge structure 2 has a first state in which two flaps 21 are close to each other and fixed to the bottom plate 12 of the plug-in slot 1, and a second state in which the two flaps 21 are unfolded and attached to the top plate 11 of the plug-in slot 1.

[0092] Therefore, as shown in Figure 13, when the hinge structure 2 is in the first state, the two leaf blades 21 are close to each other, and the partition assembly divides the full-width slot in two, so that the insertion slot 1 forms two half-width slots. When it is necessary to switch from the half-width slot to the full-width slot, simply move the hinge structure 2 to the second state, and the two leaf blades 21 unfold and fit against the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1, so that the insertion slot 1 forms a single full-width slot.

[0093] It should be noted that since each leaf 21 of the hinge structure 2 is relatively thin, it will not occupy the internal space of the full-width slot after being unfolded and attached to the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1, thus ensuring the normal access and use of the full-width module.

[0094] In this embodiment, by configuring the partition assembly as a hinge structure 2, technicians can flexibly adjust the position of the hinge structure 2 according to the actual situation of plugging and unplugging modules, thereby achieving switching between full-width slots and half-width slots. This eliminates the need to remove the partition and requires no additional fasteners, greatly simplifying the operation steps during module switching and improving work efficiency.

[0095] Further, in one embodiment, as shown in Figures 4 and 5, the pivot 22 of the hinge structure 2 is movably disposed on the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1. For example, the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1 may be provided with bushings 23 to accommodate the pivot 22. Two bushings 23 are respectively installed at the front and rear ends of the insertion slot 1, and both ends of the pivot 22 are inserted into the bushings 23. When the hinge structure 2 moves toward the two bushings 23 respectively, the first end of the pivot 22 moves toward the first bushing 23 as a movement along the first direction, and the second end of the pivot 22 moves toward the second bushing 23 as a movement along the second direction. The hinge structure 2 can move a certain distance in the first direction so that the first end of the pivot 22 is completely abutted against the first bushing 23, while the second end of the pivot 22 has not disengaged from the second bushing 23. This is the travel distance of the hinge structure 2 in the first direction. Similarly, the travel distance of the hinge structure 2 in the second direction can be obtained. The first direction and the second direction are opposite to each other.

[0096] When the hinge structure 2 moves along the first direction under the action of external force, the leaf 21 locks with the insertion slot 1. When the hinge structure 2 moves along the second direction, the leaf 21 disengages from the insertion slot 1.

[0097] In this embodiment, the locking method can be achieved by interference fit between the insertion end and the insertion hole, or by hook and hanging hole. Of course, this embodiment is merely an example of the locking method between the page 21 and the insertion slot 1, and is not intended to limit the method. Those skilled in the art can modify it according to actual circumstances to achieve the same technical effect.

[0098] With this configuration, in this embodiment of the application, locking is achieved by moving along the first direction and disengaging from each other by moving along the second direction, thus realizing a tool-free locking function. This allows for the addition of additional fasteners, which greatly simplifies the locking and unlocking steps and improves work efficiency.

[0099] Furthermore, in one embodiment, as shown in Figures 6 and 8, the server chassis further includes a latch assembly 3, which is disposed on the leaf blade 21. The leaf blade 21 is detachably connected to the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1 via the latch assembly 3. For example, the latches in the latch assembly 3 are movably disposed on the base plate 12 of the leaf blade 21, and the through holes that cooperate with the latches can be correspondingly opened on the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1. When the hinge structure 2 is in the first state, the two leaf blades 21 are close to each other, and the latches on the base plate 12 of the leaf blade 21 can be engaged in the through holes. To further prevent the hinge structure 2 from opening during use, a movable latch can be provided at each of the two ends of the leaf blade 21 along its length. The through holes that cooperate with the latches are still correspondingly opened on the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1. In this way, when the hinge structure 2 is in the first state, the latches can be directly inserted into the through holes, thereby fixing the hinge structure 2 in all directions.

[0100] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the hook assembly 3 includes a hook component 31 and a hook hole 33. Specifically, in this embodiment, the hook component 31 is movably disposed on the leaf 21, and the hook component 31 has a hook protrusion 32 on the side near the bottom plate 12 of the insertion slot 1. The hook hole 33 is formed in the bottom plate 12 of the insertion slot 1, and when the hinge structure 2 is in the first state, the hook protrusion 32 is adapted to be embedded in the hook hole 33.

[0101] Regarding the arrangement of the latch component 31, for example, the latch component 31 can be rotatably mounted on the leaf 21, or it can be slidably mounted on the leaf 21. Of course, other arrangements are also possible, as long as the latch protrusion 32 can be inserted into the latch hole 33 when the hinge structure 2 is in the first state. Those skilled in the art can make changes according to the actual situation; this embodiment is merely an example.

[0102] In actual operation, since the hinge structure 2 also needs to move in the first and second directions, considering that the hinge structure 2 can still move when it is in the first state, the extension length of the hook hole 33 needs to be matched with the movement stroke of the hinge structure 2 in the first and second directions.

[0103] With this configuration, in this embodiment of the application, by setting the hook component 31 and the hook hole 33, when the hinge structure 2 switches from the second state to the first state, as shown in Figure 9, the hook component 31 can first move the hook protrusion 32 away from the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1, ensuring that the leaf piece 21 can move normally to the first state. Then, after the leaf piece 21 is in the first state, the hook component 31 is operated to make the hook protrusion 32 embed into the hook hole 33, thereby fixing the leaf piece 21 in the rotation direction. At the same time, it can also achieve tool-free operation, which is convenient for technicians to use.

[0104] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the hook assembly 3 further includes a torsion spring 34, the first end of which is fixed to the leaf 21, and the second end of which is connected to the hook part 31.

[0105] Specifically, during actual operation, when the hinge structure 2 switches from the second state to the first state, the latch protrusion 32 of the bottom plate 12 of the leaf 21 gets closer and closer to the bottom plate 12 of the insertion slot 1. If the latch part 31 is not moved, the latch protrusion 32 will directly lock into the bottom plate 12 of the insertion slot 1.

[0106] Therefore, in order to ensure that the blade 21 can be properly inserted, an external force is needed to move the latching component 31. When the external force is applied to the latching component 31, for example, when a technician moves the latching component 31 by hand or with a tool, the technician needs to overcome the elastic force of the torsion spring 34 to operate, so that the latching component 31 can move the latching protrusion 32 away from the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1. At this time, the working state of the latching component 31 is the first working state. During this process, the torsion spring 34 stores energy.

[0107] After the page 21 is properly seated, the latching component 31 can be released. When there is no external force acting on the latching component 31, the torsion spring 34 releases its energy, thereby driving the latching component 31 back to its original position. At this time, the latching component 31 can move the latching protrusion 32 closer to the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1, so that the latching protrusion 32 can be inserted into the latching hole 33. At this time, the working state of the latching component 31 is the second working state.

[0108] Similarly, when switching the hinge structure 2 from the first state to the second state, the latching part 31 is moved directly, so that the latching part 31 is in the first working state. Then the latching part 31 is released, and the hinge mechanism can be fixed in the second state.

[0109] With this configuration, in this embodiment of the application, by setting a torsion spring 34, when the hinge structure 2 switches from the second state to the first state, there is no need for technicians to manually operate the hook part 31. Because the torsion spring 34 has a certain elasticity, if the hook protrusion 32 gets stuck on the bottom plate 12 of the insertion slot 1 during movement, continued movement will push the hook protrusion 32 open through the bottom plate 12 of the insertion slot 1. At this time, the torsion spring 34 stores energy, making the bottom plate 12 of the hook protrusion 32 flush with the bottom plate 12 of the leaf piece 21, ensuring that the leaf piece 21 can move normally to the first state. Then, when the leaf piece 21 is in the first state, the torsion spring 34 releases energy and drives the hook part 31 to make the hook protrusion 32 embed into the hook hole 33, thereby fixing the leaf piece 21 in the rotation direction. This further reduces the operation steps of technicians and also achieves tool-free operation, making it convenient for technicians to use.

[0110] Furthermore, in one embodiment, as shown in FIG8, the hook assembly 3 further includes an unlocking hole 35 and an unlocking element 36.

[0111] Specifically, in this embodiment, the unlocking hole 35 is formed on the leaf piece 21, the unlocking member 36 is located on the outer surface of the leaf piece 21, and the hook part 31 is located on the inner surface of the leaf piece 21. The unlocking member 36 passes through the unlocking hole 35 and connects with the hook part 31. In this way, a technician can directly move the unlocking member 36 by hand from the outside. When the technician moves the unlocking member 36 by hand, causing the hook part 31 to move the hook protrusion 32 away from the bottom plate 12 of the insertion slot 1, the torsion spring 34 stores energy, and the leaf piece 21 can be normally inserted into its position.

[0112] Furthermore, the extension length of the unlocking hole 35, the movement stroke of the unlocking component 36, and the movement stroke of the hook component 31 correspond one-to-one.

[0113] With this configuration, in this embodiment of the application, by providing the unlocking hole 35 and the unlocking component 36, when the hinge structure 2 switches from the second state to the first state, the technician can first operate the unlocking component 36 to move the hook component 31 away from the bottom plate 12 of the insertion slot 1, ensuring that the flap 21 can move normally to the first state. Then, when the flap 21 is in the first state, the unlocking component 36 is released. At this time, the torsion spring 34 releases its energy and drives the hook component 31 to make the hook protrusion 32 embed into the hook hole 33, thereby fixing the flap 21 in the rotation direction. This makes it convenient for the technician to operate the hook component 31.

[0114] Furthermore, the unlocking component 36 and the hook component 31 can be either fixedly connected or detachably connected. For a fixed connection, welding, bonding, or other methods can be used. For a detachable connection, screws or screw holes, snap-fit ​​or snap-fit ​​slots, or magnetic attraction can be used for fixation.

[0115] The following provides examples of detachable connection methods. For instance, additional fixing plates can be provided on both sides of the hook part 31. Those skilled in the art can change the number of fixing plates according to actual conditions, such as 1, 2, 3, 4, etc. Screw holes are then made on the fixing plates. On the unlocking part 36, another screw hole is made at the corresponding screw hole position. Screws are then passed through the screw holes on the fixing plates and the unlocking part 36 in sequence, thereby connecting the hook part 31 and the unlocking part 36. Furthermore, when using a snap-fit ​​and slot method for fixing, snap-fits can be additionally provided on the hook part 31. Those skilled in the art can change the number of snap-fits according to actual conditions, such as 1, 2, 3, 4, etc. A slot is then made on the unlocking part 36 at the corresponding snap-fit ​​position to cooperate with the snap-fit. The snap-fit ​​on the hook part 31 is then directly embedded into the slot on the unlocking part 36, thereby connecting the hook part 31 and the unlocking part 36. When fixing by magnetic attraction, a magnetic sheet can be additionally provided on the hook part 31. Those skilled in the art can change the number of magnetic sheets according to the actual situation, such as 1, 2, 3, 4, etc. Then, a magnetic sheet of opposite shape that can attract the magnetic sheet is made on the unlocking part 36 at the position corresponding to the magnetic sheet. Then, the magnetic sheet on the hook part 31 is directly aligned with the magnetic sheet of opposite shape embedded in the unlocking part 36, thereby magnetically connecting the hook part 31 and the unlocking part 36.

[0116] Of course, this embodiment is merely an example of fixed connection and detachable connection, but it does not limit the scope of the invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes according to the actual situation to achieve the same technical effect.

[0117] Furthermore, in one embodiment, as shown in FIG11, the server chassis also includes a stop component 4.

[0118] Specifically, in this embodiment, the stop component 4 can be disposed on the leaf piece 21. During actual operation, when the hinge structure 2 is in the first state, moving the hinge structure 2 along the first direction causes the leaf piece 21 to be locked to the base plate 12 of the insertion / removal slot 1 via the stop component 4. In this way, the hinge structure 2 cannot switch from the first state to the second state.

[0119] To switch the hinge structure 2 from the first state to the second state, as shown in Figure 14, the hinge structure 2 needs to be moved along the second direction first, so that the leaf 21 disengages from the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1. After the leaf 21 disengages from the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1, the technician needs to manually operate the unlocking component 36 to make the hook component 31 move the hook protrusion 32 away from the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1, so that the hinge structure 2 can be moved from the first state to the second state.

[0120] Furthermore, the stop component 4 can simultaneously lock the hinge structure 2 in the second state. Specifically, when the hinge structure 2 is in the second state, it moves along the first direction, as shown in FIG16, and the leaf piece 21 is locked to the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1 by the stop component 4. For the locking method, it can directly engage with the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1, or a locking attachment 42 that cooperates with the stop component 4 can be directly provided on the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1. Therefore, it is unnecessary to additionally provide the stop component 4 on the hinge structure 2 for the second state, thus saving corresponding raw materials. Similarly, when the hinge structure 2 moves along the second direction, the stop component 4 disengages from the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1, so the leaf piece 21 can disengage from the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1.

[0121] Further, in one embodiment, as shown in FIG11, the stop assembly 4 includes a bending clip 41 and a locking attachment 42. Specifically, in this embodiment, the bending clip 41 is disposed on the leaf piece 21, and the locking attachment 42 is disposed on the bottom plate 12 of the insertion slot 1. The bending clip 41 is generally U-shaped. When the hinge structure 2 is in the first state, the bending clip 41 and the locking attachment 42 cooperate with each other, and the locking attachment 42 is adapted to be inserted into the groove formed by the U-shaped structure, thereby completing the locking. When the hinge structure 2 is in the second state, the bending clip 41 cooperates with the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1, and the edge of the top plate 11 is adapted to be inserted into the groove formed by the U-shaped structure, thereby completing the locking.

[0122] Furthermore, in practical application, when the hinge structure 2 is in the first state, the hinge structure 2 moves along the first direction, and the bending clip 41 locks with the locking attachment 42. When the hinge structure 2 moves along the second direction, the bending clip 41 and the locking attachment 42 disengage, and the leaf 21 disengages from the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1.

[0123] Similarly, when the hinge structure 2 is in the second state, the hinge structure 2 moves along the first direction, and the bending clip 41 is engaged with the side of the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1; when the hinge structure 2 moves along the second direction, the bending clip 41 disengages from the side of the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1, and the leaf 21 disengages from the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1.

[0124] With this configuration, the present embodiment of the application, by setting up the bending clip 41 and the locking accessory 42, can simultaneously fix the hinge structure 2 in both the first and second states. That is, the bending clip 41 can fix the hinge structure 2 in both positions at the same time, eliminating the need for a separate fixing device for each position, thereby reducing the number of structural components used. Furthermore, fixing the hinge structure 2 can be done without tools, making it convenient for technicians.

[0125] Furthermore, in one embodiment, as shown in FIG10, the server chassis further includes a latch assembly 5, which is disposed on the side of the base plate 12 of the page 21 near the insertion slot 1.

[0126] Specifically, in this embodiment, the latch component 5 is mainly used to restrict the movement of the hinge structure 2 in the first and second directions when the hinge structure 2 is in the first state, so as to ensure that the equipment can operate stably.

[0127] In practical application, when the hinge structure 2 is in the first state, the hinge structure 2 moves along the first direction, and the leaf 21 is locked to the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1 by the latch assembly 5. When the hinge structure 2 moves along the second direction, the leaf 21 disengages from the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1.

[0128] Furthermore, in one embodiment, as shown in FIG10, the latch assembly 5 includes a latch 51 and a latch hole 52.

[0129] Specifically, in this embodiment, the latch 51 is disposed on the side of the leaf 21 near the bottom plate 12 of the insertion slot 1, and the latch hole 52 is formed in the bottom plate 12 of the insertion slot 1. This latch assembly 5 is mainly used to restrict the movement of the hinge structure 2 in the first and second directions when the hinge structure 2 is in the first state. Therefore, when the hinge structure 2 is in the first state, the latch hole 52 needs to be aligned with the latch 51 so that the latch 51 can enter for subsequent operations.

[0130] In actual operation, under the action of external force, such as manual operation by technicians or automatic operation by machinery, when the hinge structure 2 moves in the first direction, the latch 51 engages with the latch hole 52, and the leaf 21 is locked to the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1. When the hinge structure 2 moves in the second direction, the latch 51 separates from the latch hole 52, and the latch 51 is in the latch hole 52, while the leaf 21 disengages from the base plate 12 of the insertion slot 1, and then it can switch from the first state to the second state.

[0131] With this configuration, the hinge structure 2 in its first state can be fixed in the first direction by setting the latch 51 and latch hole 52. Furthermore, the latching hook assembly 3, when used in conjunction, can fix the hinge structure 2 in the direction when switching to the second state, thus achieving omnidirectional fixation of the hinge structure 2. This ensures the partition assembly remains stable during use, enabling stable server operation. Moreover, fixing the hinge structure 2 can be done without tools, making it convenient for technicians.

[0132] Furthermore, in one embodiment, as shown in FIG12, the server chassis further includes a mounting bracket 6, which is disposed on the side of the top plate 11 of the page 21 near the plug-in slot 1.

[0133] Specifically, in actual operation, when the hinge structure 2 is in the second state, the hinge structure 2 moves along the first direction, and the leaf 21 is locked to the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1 by the hook assembly 6. When the hinge structure 2 moves along the second direction, the leaf 21 disengages from the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1.

[0134] Furthermore, in one embodiment, as shown in FIG12, the hook assembly 6 includes a hook piece 61 and a gourd hole 62.

[0135] Specifically, in this embodiment, the hook member 61 is disposed on the side of the leaf 21 near the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1, and the gourd hole 62 is formed in the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1. When the hinge structure 2 is in the second state, the large opening of the gourd hole 62 is suitable for the hook member 61 to enter. That is, after the hook member 61 enters the large opening of the gourd hole 62, the hinge structure 2 engages and disengages from the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1 by moving along the first direction and the second direction.

[0136] In actual operation, as shown in Figures 14 and 15, when the hinge structure 2 moves along the first direction under the action of external force, the hook member 61 moves from the large hole of the gourd hole 62 to the small hole of the gourd hole 62, and the leaf 21 is locked to the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1. When the hinge structure 2 moves along the second direction, the hook member 61 moves from the small hole of the gourd hole 62 to the large hole of the gourd hole 62, and the leaf 21 disengages from the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1, so that the hinge structure 2 can switch from the second state to the first state.

[0137] With this configuration, the embodiment of this application, by setting the hook 61 and the gourd hole 62, can easily fix the hinge structure 2 in the second state, preventing it from detaching and switching to the first state. Furthermore, when used in conjunction with the stop component 4, the hinge structure 2 can be fixed in the direction of switching to the first state, thus achieving omnidirectional fixation and ensuring the partition assembly remains stable during use, enabling stable server operation. Moreover, fixing the hinge structure 2 can be done without tools, facilitating use by technicians.

[0138] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the top plate 11 of the insertion slot 1 is provided with a rotating sleeve 111 and a fixed sleeve 112. The pivot 22 of the hinge structure 2 passes through the rotating sleeve 111 and can be rotatably inserted into the fixed sleeve 112. The rotating sleeve 111 and the hinge structure 2 are spaced apart.

[0139] Furthermore, in one embodiment, as shown in Figures 5 and 7, each of the two leaf pieces 21 of the hinge structure 2 is provided with a bushing 23. After the pivot 22 of the hinge structure 2 passes through the bushings 23 of the two leaf pieces 21, the two leaf pieces 21 can rotate. Adjacent bushings 23 are spaced apart, and a rotating sleeve 111 is located between adjacent bushings 23. The travel distance of the rotating sleeve 111 between adjacent bushings 23 corresponds to the travel distance of the hinge structure 2 in a first direction and a second direction.

[0140] With this configuration, in this embodiment of the application, by setting an interval between two adjacent bushings 23 and having the rotating sleeve 111 located between the two adjacent bushings 23, a portion of the rotating shaft 22 can be an optical axis segment, allowing the sheet 21 to move between the intervals, thereby realizing the function of setting the required travel distance of the sheet 21 when it moves in the first and second directions.

[0141] Secondly, this application also provides a server, which includes a server chassis as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0142] Although embodiments of this application have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of this application, and all such modifications and variations fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A server chassis, characterized in that, include: The housing is provided with plug-in slots (1); A partition assembly is disposed in the middle of the insertion slot (1); the partition assembly is a hinge structure (2), and the pivot (22) of the hinge structure (2) is rotatably mounted on the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1); the hinge structure (2) has a first state in which two flaps (21) are close to each other and overlap and are fixed to the bottom plate (12) of the insertion slot (1), and a second state in which the two flaps (21) are unfolded and fit against the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1); When the hinge structure (2) is in the first state, the insertion slot (1) forms two half-width slots; When the hinge structure (2) is in the second state, the insertion slot (1) forms a single full-width slot.

2. The server chassis according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the hinge structure (2) is in the first state, the two flaps (21) are close to each other, and the partition assembly divides the full-width slot into two, so that the insertion slot (1) forms two half-width slots.

3. The server chassis according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hinge structure (2) is moved from the first state to the second state, and the two flaps (21) are unfolded and attached to the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1), which forms a single full-width slot.

4. The server chassis according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hinge structure (2) has a pivot (22) that is movably mounted on the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1). When the hinge structure (2) moves along the first direction under the action of external force, the leaf (21) is locked to the insertion slot (1). When the hinge structure (2) moves along the second direction, the leaf (21) is disengaged from the insertion slot (1). The first direction and the second direction are opposite to each other.

5. The server chassis according to claim 4, characterized in that, The locking mechanism is formed by an interference fit between the insertion end and the insertion hole.

6. The server chassis according to claim 4, characterized in that, The locking mechanism is formed by hooks and hanging holes.

7. The server chassis according to claim 4, characterized in that, The server chassis also includes: A hook assembly (3) is disposed on the page (21); the page (21) is detachably connected to the base plate (12) of the insertion slot (1) via the hook assembly (3).

8. The server chassis according to claim 7, characterized in that, The hook assembly (3) includes: A hook part (31) is movably disposed on the blade (21); the hook part (31) has a hook protrusion (32) on one side of the base plate (12) near the insertion slot (1); A hook hole (33) is provided on the bottom plate (12) of the insertion slot (1); when the hinge structure (2) is in the first state, the hook protrusion (32) is adapted to be embedded in the hook hole (33); The extension length of the hook hole (33) matches the travel of the hinge structure (2) in the first and second directions.

9. The server chassis according to claim 7, characterized in that, The hook part (31) is rotatably or slidably disposed on the leaf (21).

10. The server chassis according to claim 8, characterized in that, The hook assembly (3) also includes: A torsion spring (34), the first end of which is fixed to the leaf (21), and the second end of which is connected to the hook part (31); When an external force is applied to the hook part (31), the hook part (31) has a first working state in which the hook protrusion (32) moves away from the base plate (12) of the insertion slot (1), and the torsion spring (34) stores energy; when no external force is applied to the hook part (31), the torsion spring (34) releases energy, and the hook part (31) has a second working state in which the hook protrusion (32) moves closer to the base plate (12) of the insertion slot (1).

11. The server chassis according to claim 10, characterized in that, The hook assembly (3) also includes: An unlocking hole (35) is provided on the leaf (21); The unlocking component (36) passes through the unlocking hole (35) and is connected to the hook component (31); the unlocking component (36) is located on the outer side of the leaf (21), and the hook component (31) is located on the inner side of the leaf (21); The extension length of the unlocking hole (35), the movement stroke of the unlocking component (36), and the movement stroke of the hook component (31) correspond one-to-one.

12. The server chassis according to any one of claims 4 to 11, characterized in that, The server chassis also includes: A stop component (4) is disposed on the sheet (21); When the hinge structure (2) is in the first state, the hinge structure (2) moves in the first direction, and the leaf (21) is locked to the bottom plate (12) of the insertion slot (1) by the stop component (4); when the hinge structure (2) moves in the second direction, the leaf (21) and the bottom plate (12) of the insertion slot (1) disengage from each other. When the hinge structure (2) is in the second state, the hinge structure (2) moves in the first direction, and the leaf (21) is locked to the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1) by the stop component (4); when the hinge structure (2) moves in the second direction, the leaf (21) and the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1) disengage from each other.

13. The server chassis according to claim 12, characterized in that, The stop component (4) includes: A bending clip (41) is provided on the sheet (21); Locking accessory (42) is provided on the base plate (12) of the insertion slot (1); When the hinge structure (2) is in the first state, the hinge structure (2) moves in the first direction, and the bending clip (41) is locked with the locking accessory (42); when the hinge structure (2) moves in the second direction, the bending clip (41) and the locking accessory (42) disengage from each other, and the leaf (21) disengages from the bottom plate (12) of the insertion slot (1); When the hinge structure (2) is in the second state, the hinge structure (2) moves in the first direction and the bending clip (41) is engaged with the side of the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1); when the hinge structure (2) moves in the second direction, the bending clip (41) disengages from the side of the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1) and the leaf (21) disengages from the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1).

14. The server chassis according to any one of claims 4 to 11, characterized in that, The server chassis also includes: The latch assembly (5) is disposed on the side of the bottom plate (12) of the leaf (21) near the insertion slot (1); When the hinge structure (2) is in the first state, the hinge structure (2) moves in the first direction, and the leaf (21) is locked to the bottom plate (12) of the insertion slot (1) by the latch assembly (5); when the hinge structure (2) moves in the second direction, the leaf (21) and the bottom plate (12) of the insertion slot (1) disengage from each other.

15. The server chassis according to claim 14, characterized in that, The latch assembly (5) includes: A latch (51) is provided on the side of the bottom plate (12) of the blade (21) near the insertion slot (1); A tenon hole (52) is provided on the bottom plate (12) of the insertion slot (1); when the hinge structure (2) is in the first state, the tenon hole (52) is suitable for the tenon (51) to enter; When the hinge structure (2) moves along the first direction under the action of external force, the latch (51) is adapted to be engaged in the latch hole (52), and the leaf (21) is locked to the bottom plate (12) of the insertion slot (1); when the hinge structure (2) moves along the second direction, the latch (51) separates from the latch hole (52), and the latch (51) is in the latch hole (52), and the leaf (21) is disengaged from the bottom plate (12) of the insertion slot (1).

16. The server chassis according to any one of claims 4 to 11, characterized in that, The server chassis also includes: The hanging pin assembly (6) is disposed on the side of the top plate (11) of the leaf (21) near the insertion slot (1); When the hinge structure (2) is in the second state, the hinge structure (2) moves in the first direction, and the leaf (21) is locked to the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1) by the hook assembly (6); when the hinge structure (2) moves in the second direction, the leaf (21) and the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1) disengage from each other.

17. The server chassis according to claim 16, characterized in that, The hanging pin assembly (6) includes: A hanging pin (61) is disposed on the side of the top plate (11) of the leaf (21) near the insertion slot (1); A gourd-shaped hole (62) is provided on the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1); when the hinge structure (2) is in the second state, the large hole of the gourd-shaped hole (62) is suitable for the hook piece (61) to enter; When the hinge structure (2) moves along the first direction under the action of external force, the hook (61) moves from the large hole of the gourd hole (62) to the small hole of the gourd hole (62), and the leaf (21) is locked to the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1); when the hinge structure (2) moves along the second direction, the hook (61) moves from the small hole of the gourd hole (62) to the large hole of the gourd hole (62), and the leaf (21) disengages from the top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1).

18. The server chassis according to any one of claims 4 to 11, characterized in that, The top plate (11) of the insertion slot (1) is provided with a rotating sleeve (111) and a fixed sleeve (112). The pivot (22) of the hinge structure (2) passes through the rotating sleeve (111) and can be rotatably inserted into the fixed sleeve (112). The rotating sleeve (111) and the hinge structure (2) are spaced apart.

19. The server chassis according to claim 18, characterized in that, The hinge structure (2) has bushings (23) on both of the two leaf pieces (21). The pivot (22) of the hinge structure (2) passes through the bushings (23) of the two leaf pieces (21) to make the two leaf pieces (21) rotate. The two adjacent bushings (23) are spaced apart, and the rotating sleeve (111) is located between the two adjacent bushings (23); the movement stroke of the rotating sleeve (111) between the two adjacent bushings (23) corresponds to the movement stroke of the hinge structure (2) in the first direction and the second direction.

20. A server, characterized in that, include: The server chassis as described in any one of claims 1 to 19.

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