Abstract: A connection panel for enabling quick change over of a network device comprises a body and an engaging device. An exterior side of the body has multiple sockets, each of which can receive a plug connector. The panel is configured for positioning at one end of a rack space for the network device. The panel's interior side has first network device connections configured to mate with second network device connections on the network device. The engaging device has at least one member extending between the network device and the panel, and is repositionable between at least an engaged position in which the network device is moved towards and mechanically coupled to the panel with the second network device connections urged into engagement with and electrically connected to the first connections, and a disengaged position in which the network device is disengaged from the panel and removable from the rack space.

Abstract: An electronic device includes a host module and a first expansion module. The first expansion module has a first wall and a second wall substantially parallel to the first wall. A host connector is located on the second wall. The first expansion module includes a first coupling wall and a first expansion wall substantially parallel to the first coupling wall. A first coupler is located on the first coupling wall. The first expansion module can be stacked on the host module where the first coupling wall contacts the second wall. The first coupler is electrically and detachably coupled to the host connector.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention disclose a stylus having a retractable connector for use with a computing device. According to one embodiment, the stylus includes an outer housing and a connector configured to attach to a port on the computing device so as to maintain the stylus in a fixed position adjacent to the computing device. Furthermore, the connector is capable of extending from the housing of the stylus into a first position and also retracting into the stylus housing into a second position.

Abstract: A flat panel display remote-controlled viewing angle adjustment system (1) comprising a support assembly (2) for supporting a flat panel display (9), an electrical driving assembly for driving the support assembly (2), and an angular control assembly attached to the support assembly (2). The adjustable system (1) is configured such that when the electrical driving assembly is started, the flat panel display (9) is rotated about a vertical axis that passes through one of the left side and the right side of the flat panel display (9) and only when the flat panel display (9) returns to zero angle position can it rotate about a vertical axis that passes through the other of the left side and the right side of the flat panel display (9).

Abstract: A portable electronic device stand includes a U-shaped main body having a receiving recess formed on a bottom thereof and defining a front receiving space; and a mating part including a seat portion and a back support, which together giving the mating part a substantially L-shaped configuration. The seat portion is pivotally turnably connected to and located in the front receiving space, and the back support is removably received in the receiving recess on the bottom of the main body. With the mating part pivotally turnably connected to between the U-shaped main body, the portable electronic device stand can be converted from an extended state for use into a folded state having a minimal volume for convenient storage and easy portability.

Abstract: A casing 1, a lid component 11 for covering a terminal 13 disposed in an opening of the casing 1, and a water sealing component 12 disposed around the terminal 13, are provided. The lid component 11 is structured such that a support portion 11h of a fixing portion 11g is rotatably fixed to the casing 1, and a slidable portion 11b slides relative to a lid portion 11a. Thus, a projection 11c is engaged with a recess 14, and a pair of engagement portions 11f engages with a pair of fixed projections 16. Thus, the lid component 11 engages with the casing 1 in three directions, and is held by being pressed against the water sealing component 12. With this structure, an electronic device having a lid component which can be assuredly locked is obtained.

Abstract: An apparatus with a base part and a display part, which is detachable from the base part. There is a cavity formed in the base part and the apparatus is configured to have at least a closed configuration and an open configuration. In the closed configuration, the display part is configured to cover the base part, and in the open configuration, the cavity is configured to receive and hold the display part in an upright tilted position in relation to the base part.

Abstract: A portable electronic device including a main body and a connector module is provided. The main body has a central region and a fringe region. A thickness of the central region is greater than a thickness of the fringe region, and the central region has a containing cavity. The connector module is slidably disposed in the containing cavity of the main body, and moves between an operation position and an accommodation position in relative to the main body.

Abstract: A host for a portable computer is disclosed. A main board is disposed in a casing. A socket mechanism is rotatably disposed in the casing, is electrically connected to the main board, and detachably connects to an electronic device. The electronic device protrudes to the exterior of the casing when the socket mechanism rotates to a first position. The electronic device is received in the casing when the socket mechanism rotates to a second position.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, an input-output (I-O) panel is transformed. The I-O panel is configured to couple to an array of first midplane connectors of a first shelf configured according to a first format, where the first shelf has rear access. The I-O panel comprises an array of I-O panel connectors and defines an xy-plane. An array of second midplane connectors of a second shelf is transformed to substantially align the second midplane connectors with the I-O panel connectors. The second shelf is configured according to a second format, where the second shelf has front access. The array of second midplane connectors is arranged in columns defining a midplane column axis and rows defining a midplane row axis.

Abstract: The disclosed embodiments relate to a rack for housing electronic components with a movable power distribution unit (PDU). The rack includes a rack housing configured to accommodate a plurality of electronic components. It also includes a first PDU configured to supply electrical power to the plurality of electronic components. The rack additionally includes an attachment mechanism configured to movably attach the first PDU to the rack housing, so that the first PDU can be moved to create an access space to facilitate a maintenance operation while the first PDU continues to supply power to the plurality of electronic components.

Abstract: A method is provided which includes providing a multi-rack assembly having adjacent first and second electronics racks, each being at least partially air-cooled, and an air-to-liquid heat exchanger associated with the first rack for cooling at least a portion of air passing through the first rack. The heat exchanger, which is disposed at the air inlet or air outlet side of the first rack and is coupled in fluid communication with a coolant loop to receive coolant from the loop and exhaust coolant to the loop, transfers heat from air passing thereacross to coolant passing therethrough. The assembly also includes a cooling unit, associated with the first rack and cooling coolant in the coolant loop, and an airflow director associated with the second rack and facilitating ducting at least a portion of air passing through the second rack to also pass across the heat exchanger associated with the first rack.

Abstract: A casing 1, a terminal plate 30 that is exchangeably mountable in an opening 23 formed in the casing 1; and a water sealing component 50 disposed around a terminal 31 formed on the terminal plate 30, are provided. A flange 24 is formed inside the opening 23 so as to surround a center of the opening and project toward the center of the opening. When the terminal plate 30 is mounted on the flange 24, an outer side surface of the terminal plate 30 is flush with a surface 21 of the casing in a portion where the opening is formed. With this structure, an electronic device can be obtained that is reliably waterproof and/or dustproof in a connection terminal portion that is exchangeable so as to enhance an expandability.

Abstract: Provided are a system, method and device for providing communications to a multiple dwellings.

Abstract: A computer enclosure includes a chassis and a security plate. The chassis includes a side plate and a rear plate. The rear plate defines a plurality of openings configured for providing accesses to a plurality of I/O ports. The security plate is movably connected to the side plate. When the security plate is in the locked position, the security plate covers the rear plate and blocks one or more of the plurality of openings and one or more of the plurality of I/O ports cannot be accessed. When the security plate is in the unlocked position, the security plate is away from the rear plate and the plurality of I/O ports can be accessed.

Abstract: A system includes a first apparatus and a second apparatus. The first apparatus includes a first surface, a depression in the first surface, and a first connector disposed on the first surface. The depression has a bottom with a hole through which a screw for assembling the apparatus is passed and accommodates the head of the screw. The second apparatus includes a second surface facing the first surface when the first apparatus is detachably attached, a second connector disposed on the second surface and engaging with the first connector, and a protrusion fixed into the depression when the first apparatus is attached.

Abstract: A cover mechanism of covering a hole on a casing is disclosed in the present invention. The cover mechanism includes a base, a first holder, a second holder, a cover and a resilient component. The first holder and the second holder are respectively disposed on the base. The cover is pivotably disposed on the first holder. The resilient component includes a shaft and a curved portion. The shaft pivots to the second holder. A first end of the curved portion is connected to the shaft, and a second end of the curved portion pivots to a connecting hole on the cover. The cover drives the curved portion to generate resilient deformation when rotating from a first position to a second position, and a resilient recovering force of the curved portion can be for stopping the cover at the second position.

Abstract: An eUSB duplication system allows for digital data copy from a master eUSB storage device to target eUSB storage devices and includes a duplicator chassis with multiple sockets capable of receiving installation of multiple standard 5.25 inch optical disc drives. A controller is secured in a tray-shaped frame with overall dimensions of one 5.25 inch optical disc drive. An electronic circuit is mechanically secured within the controller and includes a digital logic circuit for reading digital data from one eUSB storage device and writing the read digital data to other eUSB storage devices. Multiple eUSB decks through which eUSB storage devices can be connected to the eUSB duplication system.

Abstract: Alignment posts that aid alignment of a peripheral slice to couple to the bottom surface of an information handling system also interface with a release so that actuation of the release translates to movement of the alignment posts relative to the peripheral slice so that the information handling system slides relative to the peripheral slice. Sliding of the peripheral slice relative to the information handling system releases attachment devices, such as hooks of the peripheral device that couple to attachment points of the information handling system so that the peripheral device decouples from the information handling system.

Abstract: A cable solution which enables a flash controller which is located on a motherboard of an information processing system to be coupled with a memory socket which is located within a passive socket panel. In certain embodiments, a cable and header arrangement is provided for connecting the motherboard to the chassis socket panel card. This arrangement allows the front panel card to be simplified (i.e., to be a passive card). In certain embodiments, the solution uses a cable structure such as that used for integrated drive electronics (IDE) type disk drive cables or an ultra AT attachment (U-ATA) type cable. The cable solution provides a low cost solution which offers multiple performance options for a single cost. For example, the cable solution functions with both a standard memory card socket as well as a high speed memory card. Also, in certain embodiments, the header connections include ground signal paths interposed among the data signal paths.

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for attaching a plurality of external connectors to an electronic device having a first port and second ports on a main body for accepting a first and second external connectors, a first and second plugs on the main body positioned to interface with a first and second ports on the electronic device, a slot in the main body for slidably receiving a third external connector and for positioning the third external connector to interface with a third port of the electronic device, and a retention mechanism in the main body for retaining the third external connector.

Abstract: An exemplary card mounting apparatus is for selectively mounting either of two different types of peripheral component interconnect (PCI) cards. The card mounting apparatus includes a bracket member, a receiving member, and a latch body. The bracket member defines an opening. The receiving member engages with the bracket member. The latch body hinges the bracket member and the receiving member. The receiving member is slidable relative to the bracket member, changing a length of the opening of the bracket member to allow the bracket member to receive different types of PCI card.

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for attaching a plurality of external connectors to an electronic device having a first and second ports for attaching a first and second external connectors, a first and second plugs positioned to interface with a first and second ports of the electronic device, and a first and second pins positioned to interface with a first and second electrical contact of a third port on the electronic device.

Abstract: An input/output panel for use with a server chassis may comprise a cover, an input/output interface circuit board, a plurality of interfaces, and a ground clip. The cover of non-conductive plastic may be configured to mount to a rear cover of the server chassis. The input/output interface circuit board may be disposed on a first side of the cover. The plurality of interfaces may be disposed on the input/output interface circuit board and extend at least partially through the cover to the second side of the cover. The ground clip may include a conductive component partially disposed within the plastic cover. A first end of the ground clip may extend from the first side of the cover and be configured to mate with the input/output interface circuit board. A second end of the ground clip may extend from the first side of cover and be configured to mate with a ground circuit associated with the rear cover of the server chassis.

Abstract: A cover mechanism is for protecting an interface of an electronic device. The cover mechanism includes a housing and a protective cover. The housing forms an extending plate. The protective cover includes a plug and a latching post. The plug is for covering the interface, and the latching post is rotatably attached to the extending plate.

Abstract: An electronic device includes a personal system 2 (PS/2) port, a route selection unit, and a signal identification unit. The PS/2 port may be electronically connected to a storage device through a universal serial bus (USB) interface. The signal identification unit identifies the storage device and then sends a control command to the route selection unit. The route selection unit distributes a USB data transmission route to the storage device according to the control command, so that the electronic device can exchange data with the storage device.

Abstract: An electronic device includes a main body, and a connecting component. The connecting component comprises at least one interface. The connecting component is capable of rotating with respect to the main body to switch between a first state in which the at least one interface is hidden under the main body and a second state in which the at least one interface exposes out of the main body.

Abstract: A data transmission base is used to transmit data for a data transmission device. The data transmission device has a data transmission body and a cover. The data transmission body has a first transmission interface. The data transmission base includes a transmission connection body and a cover connection body. The transmission connection body has a second transmission interface for connecting the first transmission interface. The cover connection body, which is connected to the transmission connection body, is used for connecting the cover.

Abstract: A connecting module includes: a main section in which an electronic circuit is housed; a plate section that is rotatably supported by the main section, and that is adapted to lie in front of the main section, and that is rotatable between a flat position in which an electronic device is laid on a first face representing a top face and a standing position in which the electronic device is leaned against a second face representing a back face opposite to the first face; and a first connector that couples with the electronic device laid on the plate section when the plate section is in the flat position so as to connect the electronic device to the electronic circuit in the main section.

Abstract: A connecting module includes: a main section in which an electronic circuit is housed; a plate section that is rotatably supported by the main section, and that is adapted to lie in front of the main section, and that is rotatable between a flat position in which an electronic device is laid on a first face representing a top face and a standing position in which the electronic device is leaned against a second face representing a back face opposite to the first face; and a first connector that couples with the electronic device laid on the plate section when the plate section is in the flat position so as to connect the electronic device to the electronic circuit in the main section.

Abstract: An adapter may couple an electronic device to a host such as a computer. When coupled in this way, the host may transfer media files to the device. The host may also supply power to the electronic device using power lines in the adapter. The electronic device may have a status indicator such as a light-emitting diode status indicator. The adapter may also have a status indicator. During operation, the electronic device may transmit coded information on the current state of the status indicator in the electronic device by modulating the status indicator or other load in the device at a selected frequency. Control circuitry in the adapter may detect the transmitted state information by monitoring the power lines. The control circuitry may control the status indicator in the adapter so that the status indicator in the adapter replicates the current state of the status indicator in the electronic device.

Abstract: A docking apparatus for a portable device, comprising a base and a mounting part which is connected to the base, wherein the mounting part is pivotally mounted within said base and consists of a cover portion which in a first position lies in substantially co-planar relationship with a lip of said base, said cover portion capable of being pivoted to a second position wherein part of the cover portion extends substantially from the docking apparatus, said pivotal motion also revealing a fin part depending from the underside of said cover portion so that in said second position, said fin part lies in substantially co-planar relationship with said lip instead of said cover portion.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus for an expansion card with a blocking piece is disclosed. The mounting apparatus includes a mounting bracket and a fixing piece. The mounting bracket includes a support plate with two bent portions. The fixing piece is pivotably mounted on the mounting bracket. The fixing piece includes a resisting piece, two resilient pressing pieces, and an engaging portion. The resisting piece secures the blocking piece to the support plate. The two resilient pressing pieces are connected to the resisting piece. The engaging portion retains the fixing piece to the mounting bracket. A pivot portion protrudes from each pressing piece and is received in each bent portion. The two pressing pieces are oppositely pressed to disengage the pivot portion from the bent portion.

Abstract: A wireless power adapter that mounts to the docking station port of a portable computer, such as a laptop computer, notebook computer or tablet computer. The wireless power adapter includes a docking port electrical connector selected to interface with the pre-existing docking port electrical connector on the portable computer. The adapter docking port electrical connector includes power pins to connect with the pre-existing power pins of the portable computer docking port electrical connector. The wireless power adapter may include an inductive secondary to wirelessly receive power from an inductive primary. The wireless power adapter may include a mechanical connector that interfaces with the pre-existing docking station mechanical connector on the portable computer. The present invention may also include a remote inductive power supply having a base adapted to support the laptop and adapter combination.

Abstract: A port locking device is fixed to an electronic device. The port locking device comprises a keyhole and a key. A port and a processing unit are connected by a magnetic metal. To lock a port of the electronic device, the key is received in the keyhole. After the key is pressed downwards to a plane on which a port switch of the keyhole is positioned, the key magnetizes a first magnetic object in the keyhole. As the key is rotated, the first magnetic object magnetizes the magnetic metal to cease connection between the port and the processing unit of the electronic device, and the port is locked.

Abstract: A computer enclosure includes a main body defining a holding space in an upper end of the main body and an input/output (I/O) interface apparatus. One part of the I/O interface apparatus is inserted into the holding space of the main body and the other part of the I/O interface apparatus is exposed out of the holding space of the main body. A plurality of I/O interfaces is mounted on an upper side of the other part of the I/O interface apparatus.

Abstract: A back support board is pivotable between a flat state and a standing state. A support interposition board lies flat together with the back support board and a base board when the back support board 420 is in the flat state. A front support board is pivotable between a flat state and a standing state.

Abstract: A computer docking station is provided for supporting and electrically coupling to a portable computer that includes a docking connector and an aperture at least partly defining a carrying handle for the computer. The docking station includes a body with a cradle portion configured to support a portion of the computer and having a connector operable to electrically couple with the docking connector of the computer. The body further includes an arm portion sized and configured to be received in the aperture in the computer. A latching member is coupled with the arm portion and is movable between a first position relative to the arm portion, in which the arm portion can be inserted into or removed from the aperture in the portable computer, and a second position relative to the arm portion, in which the arm portion cannot be removed from the aperture in the portable computer.

Abstract: A USB based ExpressCard device having a dimension equal to a standard ExpressCard is disclosed to include an ExpressCard having a circuit board accommodated in an electrically insulative bracket and surrounded by a top cover shell and a bottom cover shell, and a USB3.0 connector mounted in an opening in a front locating shell of the electrically insulative bracket of the ExpressCard and having the rear bonding portions of first and second conducting terminals thereof respectively bonded to respective contacts at the circuit board by SMT (surface mounting technology).

Abstract: A cover structure comprises: a substrate defined a sliding slot and an opening adjacent to the sliding slot; a covering board defined a receiving portion; an alignment plate defined a salient point, and an aperture aligned with the opening; the alignment plate is fixed on the substrate, the covering board is slidably positioned in the sliding slot and between the substrate and the alignment plate, and the salient point is received in the receiving portion to lock the covering board.

Abstract: An expansion interface module having protection circuit disposed on a front-side case panel and electrically connected to a main board. The expansion interface module includes a circuit board, a plurality of connectors, a protective element, and a connecting port. The connectors, protective element and the connecting port are electrically connected to the circuit board. The protective element is a semiconductor element. The protective element and the circuit board form a protection integrated circuit. One side of the main board is connected to a bus line. The bus line is inserted in the connecting port to provide electrical connection between the circuit board and the main board. Through this configuration, when an external device experiences abnormal operations, the protective element of the expansion interface module shields the resulting over current and signal spikes from entering and damaging the main board.

Abstract: The invention provides a rotatable bearing base for fixing a peripheral electronic unit. The rotatable bearing base of the invention includes a pivot and a bearing portion. The pivot has two end surfaces and a lateral surface. A first connecting portion is disposed on one of the end surfaces for electrically connecting an electronic apparatus. At least a second connecting portion is disposed on the lateral surface for electrically connecting the peripheral electronic unit. Additionally, the bearing portion is elongated from the lateral surface. The peripheral electronic unit leans against the bearing portion when it is electrically connected to the second connecting portion.

Abstract: A case of an extending base for an electronic device includes a body, a cover, and at least two link elements. The body has a hollow. The cover is disposed aside the hollow. Each link element has a first pivot part, a first block part, a second pivot part, and a first elastic member. The first pivot part has a first end pivoted on the body and a second end connected to the first block part. The second pivot part has a first end pivoted on the cover and a second end connected to the first block part. The first elastic member provides a force to push the first block part from a first position to a second position so as to correspondingly push the cover. Herein, when the first block part is positioned at the first position, the first block part is separated from the body and the cover covers the body. In addition, when the first block part is positioned at the second position, the first block part is in contact with the body and the cover is separated from the body.

Abstract: An electronic device having an exhaust opening configured to exhaust air outside, the electronic device includes a door part configured to close the exhaust opening when the electronic device has a predetermined temperature, wherein the door part is rotated based on the own weight of the door part and a wind pressure of the air taken in the electronic device and exhausted outside the electronic device, so that the exhaust opening is closed.

Abstract: A heat dissipation device includes a heat sink, a fan holder covering the heat sink and formed with a plurality of fastening pins thereon, a fan arranged on the fan holder and mounted on the fastening pins, and a plurality of fixtures mounted on the fastening pins and extending through the fan to secure the fan on the fastening pins of the fan holder. The fan includes a flange having a plurality of fixing holes defined therein for the fastening pins extending therethrough. The fixtures each includes a locking plate locking on a bottom side of the flange of the fan, and a plurality of claws abutting against an upper side of the flange of the fan and clamping on a corresponding fastening pin.

Abstract: Space along the perimeter of a portable information handling system is made available for I/O connections with external devices by integrating I/O ports into a battery housing having some length extending along the perimeter. The I/O ports interface with the information handling system with wires running through the battery housing from the I/O ports to a location aligned with connectors of the information handling system, such as in a chassis bay sized to accept the battery housing. In one embodiment, the battery housing has a first portion for containing battery cells and a second portion that couples to the first portion, the second portion having selected I/O ports for selective configuration of the information handling system with desired I/O ports.

Abstract: A stackable modular computer housing includes a rectangular frame, and top and bottom covers. The frame includes a surrounding wall, a first engaging portion extending from an upper edge of the surrounding wall, and a second engaging portion extending from a lower edge of the surrounding wall. An inner surface of one of the first and second engaging portions is flush with an outer surface of the other of the first and second engaging portions. The top cover includes a rectangular top plate for closing a top opening of the frame, and a third engaging portion extending from a peripheral edge of the top plate for engaging the first engaging portion. The bottom cover includes a rectangular bottom plate for closing a bottom opening of the frame, and a fourth engaging portion extending from a peripheral edge of the bottom plate for engaging the second engaging portion.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, an electronic apparatus includes: a main body including a housing; a wiring connection port which is provided in the housing of the main body and which has an insertion passage into which a wiring connection plug is to be inserted; one lock section whose portion protrudes into the insertion passage for the wiring connection port and which becomes displaced toward a housing upon contact with the wiring connection plug; and an opening section which is formed at a position on the housing which opposes the one lock section, wherein the one lock section having become displaced upon contact with the wiring connection plug enters the inside of the opening section.

Abstract: A closing mechanism applicable to an electronic device, computer device or docking device comprises a housing, a closing member, a base, an elastomer and a support. Sliding portion and the corresponding chutes are disposed at the bottom portions of the closing member and the base, respectively. Both ends of the elastomer are fastened to the hooks of the closing member and base; thus, via elasticity, the elastomer automatically closes the opening of the I/O port of the closing mechanism.

Abstract: A docking station includes a port with a corresponding status indicator.