Abstract: An electronic system having a hard disk drive is provided with a transparent cover that allows the elements of the disk drive to be observed while they are in operation. The cover also can be tinted with different colors or made somewhat translucent for further differentiation. In addition, decorations and/or various patterns, such as a diffraction grating pattern, may be placed or formed on the cover, the hub, and/or the actuator to further emphasize particular aspects of the disk drive. A flashing device can also be used to accentuate the rotational motion of the disk and/or hub.

Abstract: An energy dissipative element (24) protects hard disk drives (22, 72, 92) from shocks and vibrations. A closed elastic envelope (48) houses a body of open cell foam (54), a volume of viscous liquid (56), and a compressible gas (64). Under compression or expansion of the foam (54), viscous liquid (56) flows through cell orifices and thereby dissipates energy resulting from external force applied against the elastic wall (48). The energy dissipative elements (24) are applied between a disk drive housing (22) and an outer case (26) to create a ruggedized portable disk drive module (20).

Abstract: The present invention is to provide a drawer-type computer casing comprising a box and a sliding frame, wherein the box comprises an opening on one side, a connecting section disposed respectively on both corresponding sides of the opening and an accommodating space therein, and the sliding frame can be accommodated in the accommodating space and comprises a latching member movably coupled to an end surface of the box at the position corresponding to the connecting section, such that when the sliding frame is installed in the accommodating space, the latching member will be set precisely on the corresponding position of the connecting section. Therefore, the latching member can be moved into the connecting section to connect the box and the sliding frame together without using screws.

Abstract: A drawer locking structure including a cabinet body, a drawer disposed inside the cabinet body and a lock device. The lock device includes a shift body, a stopper body and a resilient body. The shift body has a driving section and a force application section. The shift body is pivotally connected with the front board of the drawer. The stopper body is disposed on outer side of the drawer. The resilient body includes a first connecting section and an engaging section. Via the first connecting section, the resilient body is disposed on inner side of the cabinet body corresponding to the stopper body. When the drawer is positioned in the cabinet body, the engaging section is engaged with the stopper body, whereby the drawer is prevented from slipping outward due to inclination or movement of the cabinet body. When it is desired to draw out the drawer, a pulling force can be applied to the force application section. At this time, the driving section is driven to press down and deform the resilient body.

Abstract: A portable storage device assembled inside a housing of a computer. The computer includes a storage device fixture including at least one fixing hole. The portable storage device includes a storage module, a bracket for carrying the storage module, and an elastic structure connected to the bracket including at least one stop component on the elastic structure for wedging in the fixing hole on the storage device fixture so as to fix the connection between the portable storage device and the computer. When the elastic structure is pressed down, the stop component of the elastic structure does not wedge in the fixing hole on the storage device fixture, and when the elastic structure is not pressed down and is restored to the original location, the stop component of the elastic structure wedges in the fixing hole on the storage device fixture.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved case for a computer, which is small in volume, convenient in carrying, easy in assembly, simply in wiring, low in cost, convenient for plugging in from the front, and good in heat transmission. Its peculiar structure includes a front panel, a rear panel, support frames, a case, and a handle, wherein, an ventilation opening formed on Aluminium supporting frames; a front panel and a rear panel each secured by a locking plate to supporting frames; a circuit board formed on supporting frames without a bottom plate; an anti-dust cover, with sockets connecting with the circuit board, formed in a front; and a retractable handle, being fixed on a fastener, formed on a groove atop a case. Thereby, the present invention is both advanced and pragmatic in enhancing operation.

Abstract: A latch mechanism secures a computer component to a chassis; the mechanism includes a base that is attached to the computer component, a latch handle pivotably mounted on the base, the latch handle being capable of pivoting away from the base. An actuator arm is pivotably mounted to the latch handle so that when the latch is pivoted away from the base, the actuator arm will also move away from the base. A cam plate is also pivotably mounted on the base and is capable of rotating with respect to the base. The cam plate includes at least one notch adapted to cooperate with the chassis so that as the cam plate is rotated, the notch selectively engages and disengages with the chassis.

Abstract: A disk array apparatus includes an enclosure having an opening at its front face, at least one module configured to be mounted in the enclosure and at least one securing mechanism configured to secure the at least one module to the enclosure. The module includes a frame member and a lever member that is movable between a first position received by the frame member in which it serves as a cover of the opening and a second position in which it serves as a grip part for pulling the module out of the enclosure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for joining and separating a storage medium, storing inputted data by being mounted on a computer or a digital video recorder and being simply separated from a housing of the storage medium capable of reproducing the stored data with a switching operation of a door, and comprises, a storage medium tray mounting a data storage medium thereon; a housing for receiving and guiding the storage medium tray; and a door for joining and separating the storage medium tray from the housing.

Abstract: A swinging bin storage system is disclosed. The system has a cabinet with an open front, with an upper track and a lower track adjacent to its open front, and bins located within the cabinet portion. Each bin has a pivot that permit the bin to laterally slide in the upper track and lower track and pivot out of the cabinet when a user wishes to open the cabinet, and a handle on a front wall of the bin, which handle activates a catch which is adapted to releasably slide within one of the upper and lower tracks of the cabinet.

Abstract: An access in a housing for a computer is disclosed. The access has a pivot mechanism coupled to the housing, and a door coupled to the pivot mechanism. The door rests flush against the computer housing when the access is not deployed. The door is configured to pivot in a downward direction for deployment of the access. An actuator is coupled to the door for actuating an ejection mechanism in a disk drive drawer. The actuator has a foam pad for depressing an eject button on a faceplate of the disk drive drawer.

Abstract: A disc drive mounting system includes a first elongated thermally conductive mounting member having spaced apart first and second mounting areas that can be secured to the frame and a mid portion between the mounting areas. The mid portion of the first mounting member can extend along a first side of a disc drive. A first set of thermally conductive fins extend from the first mounting member away from a disc drive when the disc drive is fastened to the mid portion. First and second mechanical vibration isolators are secured to the first and second mounting areas, respectively.

Abstract: A frontal latch handle assembly for operating a drawer of a cabinet. The latch handle assembly has a handle member and a mounting arrangement for movably mounting the handle member on a front panel of the drawer so that the handle member is movable between first and second positions. The assembly is provided with a latching arrangement having a block member mountable on the front panel of the drawer and a latch member movable with respect to the block member between a lock position wherein opening of the drawer is prevented by engaging the latch member with the cabinet, and an unlock position wherein the opening of the drawer is allowed. A mechanism responsive to movement of the handle member is provided for moving the latch member between the lock and unlock positions.

Abstract: An improved rack-mounted server comprises, in one embodiment, a slidable electronics tray having a top cover secured to the rack, to facilitate access to the tray when it is withdrawn from the rack. The tray also includes a camming mechanism to facilitate insertion of the tray into and its extraction from cable connectors or plugs affixed to the rack. The tray includes, in one embodiment, a movement detection mechanism to power it up or down when tray insertion or removal, respectively, is initiated. In addition, the rack includes an improved cable management system that can accommodate different cables and cable plugs. As a tray is inserted into or removed from the rack, corresponding connectors on the tray are electrically coupled to or uncoupled from cable plugs affixed to the rack, eliminating any need to remove cables from the tray or reinstall them.

Abstract: A memory storage device carrier 10 includes a face 16 and a handle 18 attached to the carrier 10. The handle 18 moves from a first position, where the handle 18 lies flush with the face 16 to a second position where the handle 18 extends from the face 16. A lock 22 mounts between the handle 18 and the carrier 10 to selectively lock the handle 18 in the first position. The lock 22 includes a housing, a spring and a lock surface 24. The lock 22 housing has a threaded exterior and a hollow interior. The spring mounts within the interior of the housing to bias the lock surface 24 against the handle. The threaded exterior of the lock 22 housing enables the depth of the threaded engagement of the lock 22 in the carrier to be adjustable. Adjustment of this depth is achieved by rotating the housing and such adjustment ultimately regulates the amount of force required to unlock the handle in either of the first and second positions, respectively.

Abstract: A drive bracket assembly includes a bracket (30) for receiving a disk drive (70) therein, an operating member (40) and a cover (60). The bracket includes first and second side panels (31), a pair of slots (36) is defined in the first and second side panels respectively, for slidably receiving respective screws (80) of the disk drive. An upper hook (34) is outwardly formed on the first side panel. A lower hook (48) is outwardly formed on the operating member. A spring (50) is engaged with the upper hook and the lower hook respectively. The operating member includes a concavity (49) adjoining the slot of the first side panel, for securely receiving one rear screw of the disk drive thereby the disk drive is securely retained in the bracket. The disk drive is withdrawn from the bracket by pressing the operating member to disengage said screw from the concavity.

Abstract: A handle assembly having a lock mechanism is provided. The handle assembly includes: a handle grip member movably coupled with a casing of the appliance for receiving a first external force and a second external force, and a lock mechanism coupled with the handle grip member and mounted inside the casing, wherein the lock mechanism locks the handle grip member to the casing when the handle grip member receives the first external force, and unlocks the handle grip member when the handle grip member receives the second external force. The lock mechanism includes: a holding member having a slot thereon, a sliding member having a salient portion thereof, a first spring, and an engaging member, wherein the slot and the salient portion are engaged with each other when the handle grip member receives the first external force.

Abstract: A method of assembling the storage unit is disclosed. The storage unit includes a unitary sheet of material folded into an enclosure about a plurality of grooves. A cap formed from a unitary sheet of material is mounted above the enclosure and configured to provide usual or physical access to the top of the storage unit. The method comprises applying heat to a groove separating a pair of walls to melt at least a portion of the plastic material, and pivoting the walls so that the surfaces of the groove contact and join as the melted plastic material solidifies.

Abstract: A latch arrangement for a drawer includes a latching mechanism having a latch element and a latching mechanism-receiving structure formed as part of a drawer. The structure includes two integral spring elements for biasing the latching mechanism upwardly. The latching mechanism and the drawer have cooperating, snap-engageable retaining features that allow the latching mechanism to move over a vertical range of movement but retain the latching mechanism on the structure. The structure and the remaining portions of the drawer can be molded as a unitary plastic part. The latching mechanism can be molded as a second unitary plastic part.

Abstract: A peripheral device mounting apparatus includes a peripheral device carrier and a peripheral device rack. The carrier includes a drive bracket (30), a front bezel (40), and a lever (50) pivotably attached to the bezel and biased by a spring (60). The bezel includes a locking arm (45) and two projections (47). The lever includes a stopper (51), a handle (52), and an intermediate connecting wall (57). The stopper defines two grooves (54) slidingly and then engagingly receiving the projections, so as to retain the connecting wall in a vertical position. The carrier is then slid into the rack. When the carrier is almost fully received in the rack, the connecting wall abuts a front of the rack. The handle is then rotated, and the carrier is fully received in the rack. The locking arm engages with the handle, and the stopper retainingly extends through a hole of the rack.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for connecting a draw-out rail of a drawer-guide to a drawer, comprising an installation fitting which is connectable to the bottom and/or to the front or to the front panel of the drawer, with a catch which can be swivelled against spring force, with said catch being interlockable with the draw-out rail and being releasable from its locking position by a two-armed lever, held at the installation fitting, with one arm of said two-armed lever being shaped as a handle. According to the invention, for releasing the locking connection, the other arm of the lever directly engages the locking catch and a force transmission element connected to said locking catch in the region of said locking catch.

Abstract: A handle assembly having a lock mechanism is provided. The handle assembly includes: a handle grip member movably coupled with a casing of the appliance for receiving a first external force and a second external force, and a lock mechanism coupled with the handle grip member and mounted inside the casing, wherein the lock mechanism locks the handle grip member to the casing when the handle grip member receives the first external force, and unlocks the handle grip member when the handle grip member receives the second external force. The lock mechanism includes: a holding member having a slot thereon, a sliding member having a salient portion thereof, a first spring, and an engaging member, wherein the slot and the salient portion are engaged with each other when the handle grip member receives the first external force.

Abstract: A data storage device mounting apparatus includes a first drive bracket (10) fixedly mounted to a chassis (40) of a computer, and a second drive bracket (20) pivotably attached to the chassis. Two pins (54) are formed on each of opposite sides of a data storage assembly (50). The first bracket comprises first and second side plates (14, 16) each defining two slots (15) receiving the pins. The second side plate defines two openings (162) adjacent the slots. Two catches (164) and two positioning plates (168) extend outwardly from the second side plate at bottom and rear extremities of the openings respectively. The second bracket and one side comprises two legs (24). When the second bracket is pivoted down onto the first bracket, the legs cover the openings. Each leg is sandwiched between a corresponding pin and a corresponding positioning plate, and resiliently pressed inwardly by a corresponding catch.

Abstract: A computer with a security mechanism, for securing a motherboard and a storage medium drive such as a hard disk, is provided. The computer comprises a chassis, a pan, a first latch, a locking mechanism and a lock. The pan, disposed under the chassis, has the motherboard mounted thereon. The first latch, moveably disposed at the chassis, detachably engages the pan so that the pan combines with the chassis. The hard disk drive is accessibly disposed on the chassis. The locking mechanism is moveably disposed at the chassis to lock the hard disk drive in a separable manner.

Abstract: A storage unit providing a storage space and method of forming a door and frame for a storage unit are disclosed. The storage unit comprises a base, a panel movable between an open position and a closed position, and a retaining member. The retaining member is configured for movement between a first position and a second position, the first position being vertically and horizontally offset from the second position. The retaining member engages the base when the panel is in the closed position and the retaining member is in the first position. The method comprises machining a first groove on a first surface of a sheet, and machining a second groove on a second surface opposite the first surface and at least partially offset with the first groove. The door is then rotated so that the first surface of the door is generally in the same plane as the second surface of the frame.

Abstract: A mobile rack for hard disk drive has a removable cartridge with guiding rails, a pull back spring, a pivot block, a mounting bracket, and a driver door held by a pivot block. The driver door is set in with two base blocks, wherein each block contains a slider, wherein each slider is attached to a sliding plate for fitting against the corresponding sliding rails in the base block. Each slider has a latching pin extending out from the lateral side of the driver door to lock in the mobile rack. The pair of sliders is used to release the latching pins from the mounting bracket. When the driver door is opened outward, tension applied on the pull back spring automatically forces out the removable cartridge from the mounting bracket to make it easier to remove the hard disk drive from the computer.

Abstract: A computer-readable storage device rack is constructed to include a rack body adapted to support computer-readable storage devices at different elevations, the rack body having transverse sliding tracks at two opposite side panels thereof and a plurality of retaining spring strips respectively protruded from the side panels and adapted for locking computer-readable storage devices, and a plurality of elongated holding down plates respectively inserted into the transverse sliding tracks to force the retaining spring strips into engagement with respective locating holes of the loaded computer-readable storage devices.

Abstract: A front input/output module is provided. The front input/output module, as disclosed in this invention, is adapted to a computer, provided with a chassis and a motherboard. The front input/output module comprises a tray, a printed circuit board and at least one interface device. The tray is detachably disposed inside the chassis. The printed circuit board is disposed on the tray and electrically connected with the motherboard. The interface device, having a connector, is disposed on the tray and electrically connected with the printed circuit board. The connector is exposed when the tray is disposed inside the chassis.

Abstract: Data storage systems are provided. A representative data storage system includes a chassis that is configured to mount at least one data storage device and a carrier. The carrier incorporates a frame and a handle assembly. The frame includes a first and second rails that are spaced from each other and configured to engage opposing sides of a data storage device. Preferably, the first and second rails are formed at least partially of metal for dissipating heat from the data storage device. The handle assembly includes a handle that is configured to move between a latched position and an unlatched position. In the latched position, the handle facilitates secure mounting of the carrier to the chassis. In the unlatched position, the handle facilitates removal of the carrier from the chassis. Other systems and devices also are provided.

Abstract: A hard disk cartridge not inclinable during removing mainly has a frame; more particularly, a slidable pull rod disposed at the center on a face plate thereof has a row of teeth located at distal ends of two lateral sides thereof; two elongate swing blocks are disposed with one end of each of the swing block forms a circular convex portion disposed with teeth and the other end thereof forms a hook portion. The pull rod pushes forwards or rearwards to fitly drive the swing blocks on two lateral sides via the teeth thereby making the hook portion protrude or retract so as to achieve a clipping objective. The present invention has simplified parts, exerts even force and is not subjected to incline.

Abstract: A memory storage device carrier 10 includes a face 16 and a handle 18 attached to the carrier 10. The handle 18 moves from a first position, where the handle 18 lies flush with the face 16 to a second position where the handle 18 extends from the face 16. A lock 22 mounts between the handle 18 and the carrier 10 to selectively lock the handle 18 in the first position. The lock 22 includes a housing, a spring and a lock surface 24. The lock 22 housing has a threaded exterior and a hollow interior. The spring mounts within the interior of the housing to bias the lock surface 24 against the handle. The threaded exterior of the lock 22 housing enables the depth of the threaded engagement of the lock 22 in the carrier to be adjustable. Adjustment of this depth is achieved by rotating the housing and such adjustment ultimately regulates the amount of force required to unlock the handle in either of the first and second positions, respectively.

Abstract: A receiving device is introduced for collecting goods such as CDs. The receiving device includes a cabinet and a storage element. The cabinet further comprises a fixing hole and the storage element further comprises a respective fixing rod with an inverted-V top for mating with the fixing hole. The storage element is located inside the cabinet while the fixing rod engages with the fixing hole. The storage element further provides a panel. While the panel rotates to disengage the fixing rod from the fixing hole, the storage element can be separated from the cabinet.

Abstract: A computer system comprising a casing enclosing a computer core unit and a latching system including a handle mechanism for removably securing the computer core unit within the casing; wherein the handle mechanism is configured in a first position for securing the core unit into the casing and in a second position for removing the core unit from the casing.

Abstract: A latch for a cabinet door or drawer for preventing access to the interior of the cabinet or drawer. The latch includes a hook spring biased to engage a catch and that allows the door or drawer to be only slightly opened enough to allow a caregiver to reach the latch and displace it out of the way so that the door or drawer can then be fully opened. When released the latch returns to the biased position. The latch may also disengage the spring so as to be fully disabled and allow the door or drawer to be opened freely.

Abstract: A latch handle for doors and drawers for latching construction elements such as windows and doors. The latch handle may be located on the upper front edge portion of a drawer or the midportion of a door and may be manually opened by reaching under the front edge portion or trim member of the handle and pressing upwards on an actuator bar located inside the frame of the handle. The handle provides an aesthetic advantage in that the latch mechanism is concealed behind the front panel of the drawer or behind the door. The latching mechanism is made up of an actuator bar, a connecting link, and a hook. The hook is configured to engage with a keeper. At least one spring is fixedly attached to the frame for urging the actuator downwards and for carrying the hook into a reliable and secure engagement with the actuator.

Abstract: A computer drive sled with a center mount release mechanism eliminates lateral protrusions on the sled. The sled housing mechanism includes a latching means that secures the sled in position when it is inserted into a modular tray for computer components. A release trigger retracts the latch when the trigger is compressed so that the sled can be removed from the tray. The natural elasticity of the latching means returns the latching means to the locking position when the applied pressure on the release trigger is removed.

Abstract: A stabilization mechanism limits rotational vibration in a module enclosure containing plural objects, such as computer disk drives, that produce rotational vibration about a rotational axis. The mechanism includes stabilizer structure coupled to an outer surface of the module enclosure and constructed to transmit a force toward the object that is effective to stabilize the object in the module enclosure. The stabilization mechanism may be formed as first and second spring-loaded contacts that each apply a constant force to the object.

Abstract: A mounting assembly (1) for receiving an electronic device (100) includes a bracket (50) and a fastener (10) The fastener includes a retaining member (30), and a sliding member (20). A handle (45) is formed in the retaining member, and is movable relative to the retaining member. A pair of protrusions (47) each having an inner inclined plane (46) is formed in the handle. The sliding member has two opposite engaging portions (21, 28) and two central resiliently deformable spring connecting portions (24, 26). The spring connecting portions are deformably compressible, for allowing the engaging portions to engage with a computer enclosure. One of the spring connecting portions (24) has a pair of outer inclined planes (27) for abutting the corresponding inner inclined planes of the handle. Thus pushing the handle causes the engaging portions to engage with the computer enclosure.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for facilitating the removal and installation of components of a system. The installation and removal of the component may be a completed without the need to manually disconnect connectors, use tools, take a lengthy amount of time, or interrupt a SCSI loop. A latch assembly is utilized to control connecting and locking conditions of the component.

Abstract: A single storage device includes both a data storage unit and a power supply. The storage device is adapted to connect to a portable device to which data is sent and/or from which data is received, such as a digital camera or a personal digital assistant. The storage device preferably provides primary power to the portable device to which it is connected. A reader is provided for connecting to the storage device and reading data from and/or transmitting data to the data storage unit of the storage device. The reader is also adapted to recharge the power supply of the storage device.

Abstract: A computer bezel includes a base (10) defining an opening (12) for providing access to a data storage device mounted in a computer, and a drive cover (14) pivotably attached to the base and received in the opening. A pair of posts (30) is formed in the base below the opening. Two arcuate arms (20) extend from an inner surface of the drive cover. Each arm defines a pivoting hole (22) at a free end thereof, for extension of the corresponding post of the base therethrough. A helical spring (32) encompasses each of the posts, and engages with the drive cover. The spring acquires elastic potential energy when the drive cover is rotated from a closed position to an open position.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a device retention apparatus. A device retention apparatus includes a housing suitable for mounting an information handling system device and a retaining portion disposed on the housing, the retaining portion suitable for engaging an information handling system device when disposed in the housing. A selection mechanism suitable for securing the information handling system device to the housing is slideably connected to the housing so as to be capable of moving between a first position and a second position. Therefore, as the selection mechanism is moved from the first position to the second position, the selection mechanism contacts the retaining portion thereby securing an information handling system device to the housing.

Abstract: Computer housings with retractable expansion bay covers and methods for operating expansion bay covers. In one embodiment, a computer housing includes casing, a front bezel attached to the casing, and a retractable cover system attached to the casing and/or the front bezel. In one embodiment, the casing can have a side structure with a first side and a second side, and a front structure spanning across a front portion of the side structure. The front structure generally has a plurality of permanent drive bays and at least one expansion bay, and the front bezel generally has an opening for each permanent drive bay and an aperture for the expansion bays. The retractable cover system is slidably attached to the casing and/or the front bezel to selectively cover the expansion bay aperture. The cover system can include an internal track in the front bezel or along the side structure and a movable cover having a nub received in the track.

Abstract: A latching assembly includes a latch mounted to a moveable member, the latch being moveable between a first position where it engages a stop of a base member to releasably secure the moveable member to the base member and a second releasing position. An actuator drives the latch between the first and second positions; and at least one spring biases the latch towards the first position.

Abstract: In a structure for mounting and dismounting an equipment unit from an apparatus body including a plate-like frame formed with a slot at a preselected end and a bore contiguous with the slot for receiving the equipment unit via the slot, the equipment unit includes a front panel and a pair of mounting members. The mounting members are positioned at opposite sides of the front panel, and each contacts, when the equipment unit is received in the apparatus body, the inner periphery of the frame at one end and is exposed to the outside of apparatus body at the other end. The mounting members each are rotatable in a direction in which the equipment unit is inserted into the apparatus body.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hard disk drive carrier adapted to be housed in a disk drive chassis comprising a drive bay for receiving and holding a hard disk drive; an integrated locking mechanism including a handle for carrying the disk drive carrier and for providing a one-handed locking mechanism for locking and unlocking the disk drive carrier in the disk drive chassis; and an EMI shield fixedly coupled to the drive bay for providing a barrier to electromagnetic interference, the EMI shield covering a portion of the hard disk drive.

Abstract: A quick release latching mechanism is used with a combined carrier and a compartment of an enclosure. The quick release-latching mechanism securely couples the carrier and the device to a base. The quick release-latching device includes a mounting pin and a lever arm that the mounting pin pivotally mounts to one of the two side-walls of the base. The lever arm has a cut-portion in the shape of a short, rounded trough having a peripheral edge and, when pivotally mounted to the base, is disposed on the inside of the base on one of the two side-walls of the base so that, when the guide pins of the carrier have slided down the ramps of the cut-out portions of the two side-walls of the base and into the guide slots thereof, the peripheral edge of the cut-out portion of the lever arm entraps one of the guide pins of the carrier thereby securing the carrier and the device in place. The placement of the cover locks the quick release latching mechanism in place.

Abstract: A bracket having two parallel sides and an interconnecting crosspiece is attached to a disk drive or similar peripheral with the sides of the bracket extending longitudinally of the sides of the drive and the crosspiece extending across the front of the drive. A chassis of a computer or the like has internal parallel sides formed with horizontal guides to receive the bracket, a substantially open front face and an internal connector engageable with a mating connector on the rear of the drive when the bracket is fully inserted in the chassis. The sides of the bracket have features to protect the drive from horizontal and vertical vibrations. A handle is pivoted to the crosspiece near one end moveable between at least three positions: a first or latched position parallel to the crosspiece, a second position swinging out at about a 15° angle and a third position at about a 45° angle.

Abstract: A mobile rack mounting structure includes a mounting frame fixedly mounted in a computer mainframe, and a plurality of CD-ROM player carriers detachably mounted in the mounting frame, the mounting frame having guide plates, supporting plates and retaining holes at two vertical side panels thereof, each CD-ROM player carrier having two sliding rails adapted for moving in and out of sliding tracks defined by the guide plates of the mounting frame, and two handles bilaterally disposed at a front side, the handles each having hooks adapted for engaging the retaining holes at the vertical side panels of the mounting frame.

Abstract: The invention is directed to latching techniques that respond to ergonomically pleasing user movements, and that are well-suited for maintaining low manufacturing costs. One arrangement of the invention is directed to a disk drive assembly having a housing, a disk drive attached to the housing, and a lever that secures the housing to and releases the housing from a main assembly. The lever includes a frame pivotably that is coupled to the housing at a pivot point that defines a pivot axis. The lever further includes a latch that is coupled to the frame. The latch selectively engages with the housing and disengages from the housing. The latch includes an actuation portion that requires movement in a direction along an axis that is substantially perpendicular to the pivot axis to disengage the latch from the housing. Accordingly, if the pivot axis is horizontally-oriented, a user can move the actuation portion in a vertical direction, e.g.