Abstract: A mounting device for adjustably mounting hardware equipment to a mounting structure is provided. The mounting device may include one or more rails coupled to at least one side of the mountable hardware equipment, wherein each of the one or more rails includes a plurality of stop areas with one or more stop surfaces; one or more mounting ears that each comprise a mounting pin; and a latch comprising one or more stop parts. The latch may be configured to cause the one or more stop parts to interface with the one or more stop surfaces, arresting the position of the mountable hardware equipment. By applying pressure to the latch, it can compress and slide to a desired installation depth. When pressure is released, the latch can expand in a vertical direction and engage the stop parts with the stop surfaces to fix the hardware in position.

Abstract: A server and a server chassis are disclosed. The server chassis includes a base having at least two partitions and two levers mounted to the base. The server includes the server chassis. The base is configured to receive a server module between the at least two partitions. The two levers are configured to be coupled with or uncoupled from the at least two partitions. At least one of the two levers includes an adjustable arm having a first arm and a second arm. The second arm is movably coupled to the first arm. The second arm is slidingly movable with respect to the first arm. The adjustable arm has a length that is changeable based on a position of the second arm relative to the first arm, i.e., based on relative movement between the first arm and the second arm.

Abstract: A server or server chassis is disclosed. The server or server chassis includes a base having a slot configured to receive a server module on a base plate, a pair of levers coupled to the base, and a pair of adjustable pins coupled to the base plate. Each adjustable pin of the pair of adjustable pins is configured to engage with a corresponding one of the pair of levers, and each adjustable pin is movable relative to the base plate. In various embodiments, the adjustable pin includes a pin base; an elongated body coupled to the pin base and passing through a corresponding one of a pair of through-holes of the base plate; a locking ball positioned at a portion of the elongated body and configured to be in an expanded state or in a retracted state; and a cap coupled to the elongated body.

Abstract: A cable-gland system provides a sealing function to openings in an electronic chassis that receive cables. The cable-gland system comprises a plurality of individual cable glands. Each of the plurality of individual cable glands includes an exterior end to be positioned adjacent an exterior of the chassis, and an interior end for positioning within the chassis. Each of the plurality of individual cable glands includes a through-hole extending between the exterior and interior ends for receiving one of the cables, and an outer surface between the exterior and interior ends. Each of the plurality of individual cable glands has a male projection on one side of the outer surface and a female recess on an opposing side of the outer surface. The cable glands are connectable to form the cable-gland system by mating the male projection on one cable gland with the female recess of an adjacent cable gland.

Abstract: A computing system includes a drawer configured to receive a plurality of computing storage devices. The drawer is movable between an open position and a plurality of closed positions. A printed circuit board (PCB) is mounted within the drawer in electronic communication with the plurality of computing devices. An intrusion-detection switch is attached to the PCB and is configured to detect movement of the drawer between the open position and the closed positions. A pressing module is attached to the movable drawer for extending an operating range of the intrusion-detection switch. The pressing module is in initial contact with the intrusion-detection switch when the drawer is in the initial closed position. The pressing module has a pressing unit that translates linearly in response to the drawer moving from an initial closed position to a maximum closed position.

Abstract: A computing device include a chassis, a mounting ear, a lever, and a locking unit. The chassis holds one or more electronic devices and is insertable into a rack, such as a server rack. The mounting ear is coupled to the chassis. The lever is rotatably coupled to the mounting ear and is rotatable between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the lever engages the rack to prevent the chassis from being removed. In the second position, the lever disengages the rack and allows the chassis to be removed. The locking unit is coupled to the mounting ear and transitions between locked and unlocked states. In the locked state, the locking unit secures the lever in the first position. In the unlocked state, the lever is movable from the first position to the second position.

Abstract: A server or server chassis is disclosed. The server or server chassis includes a base having a slot configured to receive a server module on a base plate, a pair of levers coupled to the base, and a pair of adjustable pins coupled to the base plate. Each adjustable pin of the pair of adjustable pins is configured to engage with a corresponding one of the pair of levers, and each adjustable pin is movable relative to the base plate. In various embodiments, the adjustable pin includes a pin base; an elongated body coupled to the pin base and passing through a corresponding one of a pair of through-holes of the base plate; a locking ball positioned at a portion of the elongated body and configured to be in an expanded state or in a retracted state; and a cap coupled to the elongated body.

Abstract: A computing system includes a drawer configured to receive a plurality of computing storage devices. The drawer is movable between an open position and a plurality of closed positions. A printed circuit board (PCB) is mounted within the drawer in electronic communication with the plurality of computing devices. An intrusion-detection switch is attached to the PCB and is configured to detect movement of the drawer between the open position and the closed positions. A rotating module is attached to the movable drawer for extending an operating range of the intrusion-detection switch. The rotating module is in initial contact with the intrusion-detection switch when the drawer is in the initial closed position. The rotating module has a rotating unit that rotates in response to the drawer moving from an initial closed position to a maximum closed position.

Abstract: A computing system includes a computing tray for receiving a computing device; a latch attached to the computing tray for releasing the computing tray during installation or removal operations; and a lock assembly for preventing accidental release of the computing tray. The lock assembly includes a fixed bracket having two fixed sides, one of the fixed sides being a mounting side attached to the computing tray near the latch; and a movable bracket having two movable sides attached respectively to the two fixed sides. The movable bracket is adjustable relative to the fixed bracket between a releasing position and a secured position. The movable bracket allows the latch to release the computing tray in the releasing position, and the movable bracket physically blocks the latch from releasing the computing tray in the secured position.

Abstract: A server and a server chassis are disclosed. The server chassis includes a base having at least two partitions and two levers mounted to the base. The server includes the server chassis. The base is configured to receive a server module between the at least two partitions. The two levers are configured to be coupled with or uncoupled from the at least two partitions. At least one of the two levers includes an adjustable arm having a first arm and a second arm. The second arm is movably coupled to the first arm. The second arm is slidingly movable with respect to the first arm. The adjustable arm has a length that is changeable based on a position of the second arm relative to the first arm, i.e., based on relative movement between the first arm and the second arm.

Abstract: A handle for securing a tray of a computing system comprises a baseplate and a locking pin. The baseplate can be movably coupled to the tray and be movable between a first position and a second position. The first position prevents removal of the tray and the second position allows removal of the tray. The locking pin extends from the baseplate and can be coupled to a first portion of the tray when the baseplate is in the first position, and a second portion of the tray when the baseplate is in the second position. The locking pin is movable in a first direction relative to the baseplate to be coupled to the first portion of the tray and the second portion of the tray, and a second direction relative to the baseplate to be uncoupled from the first portion of the tray and the second portion of the tray.

Abstract: An adjustable bracket configured to enclose a power supply unit is disclosed. The adjustable bracket includes a board bracket, a movable part coupled to the board bracket, a fixed part, and a handle fixedly coupled to the movable part. The fixed part has a first slit that is generally parallel to a second slit. The handle includes an upper part, a first protrusion, and a second protrusion. The first protrusion extends from a first end of the upper part, and the second protrusion extends from a second end of the upper part. The first protrusion is inserted through the first slit, and the second protrusion is inserted through the second slit. The movable part is movably coupled to the fixed part via the handle. The adjustable bracket is placed in one of a plurality of configurations. In response to pressing the upper part of the handle, the movable part is movable.

Abstract: A counterweight fixture for simulating weight of a computing device includes at least one counterweight block, a base, and at least one magnet. The counterweight block is configured to be placed on and secured to the base. The base includes a bottom and at least one wall extending from the bottom. The bottom of the base forms at least one opening on an opposite side of the at least one wall. The at least one magnet is securely embedded in a respective one of the at least one opening of the bottom of the base.

Abstract: A handle for securing a tray of a computing system comprises a baseplate and a locking pin. The baseplate can be movably coupled to the tray and be movable between a first position and a second position. The first position prevents removal of the tray and the second position allows removal of the tray. The locking pin extends from the baseplate and can be coupled to a first portion of the tray when the baseplate is in the first position, and a second portion of the tray when the baseplate is in the second position. The locking pin is movable in a first direction relative to the baseplate to be coupled to the first portion of the tray and the second portion of the tray, and a second direction relative to the baseplate to be uncoupled from the first portion of the tray and the second portion of the tray.

Abstract: A rack assembly for a computing system is disclosed. The rack assembly includes a rack frame, a vertical frame movably fixed within the rack frame, and a pair of brackets removably coupled to the vertical frame and the rack frame. The vertical frame is movable between a first position and a second position when the pair of brackets are uncoupled from the vertical frame and the rack frame. A base of the rack frame has a first hole configured to place the vertical frame in the first position and a second hole configured to place the vertical frame in the second position. The rack assembly is configured to receive a first type of computing device when the vertical frame is in the first position and receive a second type of computing device when the vertical frame is in the second position.

Abstract: A busbar bracket for a computing system is disclosed. The busbar bracket includes a bracket base having a general unitary U-shape formed by two base side walls and a base bottom wall. The unitary U-shape defines a mounting space configured to receive a busbar connector. The mounting space is enclosed along the two base side walls and the base bottom wall. The mounting space has an open side between free ends of the two base side walls. The busbar bracket further includes a bracket cover having two cover side walls slidably attached, respectively, to the free ends of the two base side walls. The bracket cover is movable between a coupled position and an uncoupled position. The bracket cover encloses the open side and prevents removal of the busbar connector in the coupled position.

Abstract: A rack assembly for a computing system is disclosed. The rack assembly includes a rack frame, a vertical frame movably fixed within the rack frame, and a pair of brackets removably coupled to the vertical frame and the rack frame. The vertical frame is movable between a first position and a second position when the pair of brackets are uncoupled from the vertical frame and the rack frame. A base of the rack frame has a first hole configured to place the vertical frame in the first position and a second hole configured to place the vertical frame in the second position. The rack assembly is configured to receive a first type of computing device when the vertical frame is in the first position and receive a second type of computing device when the vertical frame is in the second position.

Abstract: A retractable module includes a pair of bases spaced apart and a tube positioned between the bases. The tube is configured to rotate about its center axis relative to the bases. The retractable module includes a latch including one or more prongs. The latch is configured to move between a release position and a fixed position. The retractable module includes a first spring configured to urge the tube to rotate in a first direction. The first spring includes a first end and a second end. The first end being fixed to one base of the bases, and the second end being fixed to the tube. The retractable module further includes a sheet wrapped around the tube. The sheet is configured to unwrap from around the tube as the tube rotates in the second direction and wrap around the tube as the tube rotates in the first direction.

Abstract: An attachable support module for attachment to an electronic equipment casing. The support module allows the electronic equipment casing to be raised from a ground surface to allow cables to be attached to the underside of the casing. The support module includes a case having an exterior plate and a parallel interior plate. A support member is rotatably mounted between the exterior plate and the interior plate of the case. The support member has a collapsed position within the case and an extended position extending from the case. A pivot arm engages the support member in the collapsed position.

Abstract: An adjustable cable clip is disclosed. The cable clip includes a base, a first strap, and a second strap. The first strap is coupled to the base. The first strap has a first interior surface, a first exterior surface opposing the first interior surface, and an aperture. The second strap is coupled to the base opposite from the first strap. The second strap has a second interior surface, a second exterior surface opposing the second interior surface, and a projection. The first strap and the second strap are configured to couple together to form a cable area by the projection coupling with the aperture such that the first interior surface touches the second exterior surface or the first exterior surface touches the second interior surface.