Patents by Inventor Robert R. McAlister

Robert R. McAlister has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Hard drive carrier
    Patent number: 7139166
    Abstract: a hard drive carrier is disclosed that includes a detachable tab on the top wall of the frame of the carrier. When the tab is detached a hard drive can be placed in the hard drive carrier in a forward position. When the tab is in place, the hard drive can be retained in the frame of the hard drive carrier in a rear position. The top wall of the frame and the top guide rail include a set of alignment holes to accommodate the positioning of the hard drive in a forward position or a rear position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2006
    Assignee: Dell Products L.P.
    Inventors: Michael D. Marcade, Robert R. McAlister