Abstract: A chassis for a computer, or the like, according to which a cover is provided for the top of the chassis and is slidable towards the front of the chassis to permits its removal without removing the chassis from a rack system. At least one fastener extends through a flange extending from the cover and over the front wall of the chassis for attaching the cover to the chassis. A bezel is provided for the front of the chassis and covers the fastener.

Abstract: A receiving housing having a framework which has vertical frame sections, a pull-out element being secured by a support to at least two vertical frame sections. The pull-out element can be pulled out at the front from the opened receiving housing. An electrical apparatus, for example the central processing unit of a computer is deposited on the pull-out element and connection cables are fed to the electrical apparatus. In order to improve the cable arrangement, a power supply chain is secured by one of its chain ends to the support and by its other chain end to the pull-out element. The power supply chain receives the connection cable.

Abstract: An ejector device for removing a mobile module from a main board includes a support frame and a lever. The support frame is secured on the main board so as to extend in a direction transverse to a plane of the main board, and is disposed adjacent to the mobile module. The lever includes an ejecting plate portion disposed between the main board and the mobile module, a connecting plate portion and an operating plate portion. The connecting plate portion extends from the ejecting plate portion, and is disposed between the support frame and the mobile module. The connecting plate portion is mounted pivotally on the support frame about an axis parallel to the plane of the main board. The operating plate portion extends from the connecting plate portion, and is operable to cause the connecting plate portion to pivot relative to the support frame and enable the ejecting plate portion to push the mobile module away from the main board.

Abstract: An injection molded carrier for a disk drive or other electronic component includes two rails for slidable insertion into a chassis. Each rail includes a flexible end portion, which are joined to opposite ends of a flexible handle. Each flexible end portion includes a latch for engaging a detent in the chassis when the carrier is fully inserted into the chassis, thereby locking the carrier in the chassis. To withdraw the carrier from the chassis, the user applies an outward force to the center of the handle. This force causes the handle to bend outward which, in turn, causes the flexible end portions to bend inward, thereby disengaging the latches from the detents to permit the removal of the carrier from the chassis. A wire form includes a body portion and two legs that are angled outward from opposite ends of the body portion. To attach the disk drive to the carrier, the two legs are inserted through holes in the rails and into holes in the disk drive.

Abstract: A device for securing a computer data storage device in a computer enclosure includes a carrier fixed in the enclosure and defining a space for accommodating the data storage device. The carrier has a bottom plate and opposite side plate extending from the bottom plate. At least one slot is defined in the plates of the carrier. The slot has an inner end around which a raised portion of is formed on the corresponding plate of the carrier. A projection is mounted to a corresponding face of the data storage device and the projection has an expanded head separated from the face a predetermined distance whereby the projection is received in the slot and retained at the inner end thereof with the head engaging with and interacting with the raised portion for applying a force to the data storage device to securely fix the data storage device in the carrier.

Abstract: A computer enclosure includes a cage with a pair of brackets fixed therein for rotatably supporting a mother board tray to which a mother board is fixed. The cage includes a front panel, a rear panel, a top panel and a bottom panel forming a receiving space for receiving the mother board tray. The brackets support shafts that are rotatably received in bores defined in the mother board tray allowing the mother board to be mounted to and/or removed from the mother board tray at a position outside the cage thereby reducing the size of the cage and thus facilitating miniaturization of the computer enclosure.

Abstract: An interface includes an enclosure having a plurality of walls interconnected to form a parallelepiped having a space therein. The enclosure is positionable to occupy a plurality of slots located in a computer housing of a first type computer. The enclosure has a width corresponding essentially to a total width of the plurality of slots. The interface further includes a computer subsystem of a second type computer disposed within the space of the enclosure. The computer subsystem includes a circuit card, and a distribution card attached to, and electrically coupled with, the circuit card. The distribution card is connectable to a backplane of the first type computer located external to the enclosure and within the computer housing.

Abstract: A computer system including a chassis having a plurality of walls forming a cavity. The computer system further includes a peripheral device positioned in the cavity. A retention clip movable between an open position and a closed position is attached to one of the walls. The retention clip includes an arm portion and a retention flange. The retention clip retains the peripheral device in a supported position relative to the chassis when in the closed position so that a fastener member can be engaged with the peripheral device.

Abstract: A slide-in module for hard disk drives which enables a “hot-replace” function that assures continuous motions, a precise guidance when replacing hard disk drives and an all around shielding in the built-in condition. The slide-in module includes ejectors laterally inserted into the front, a shielding plate behind the front and contact rails laterally contactable from the outside at side walls having angle pieces that are electrically connectable to grounding surfaces of a hard disk drive arranged within the slide-in module.

Abstract: Display apparatus comprising a support member and a display member having a display surface, the display member being responsive to an electrical signal to display an image on the display surface and being provided with a pivot mechanism arranged between the support member and the display member which allows the display member to be movable from a first rest position to at least a second rest position, characterized in that the pivot mechanism is arranged to provide in the movement between the first and second rest positions a rotation about an axis extending in a direction generally perpendicular to the display surface and a translation in a direction generally parallel to the display surface.

Abstract: An apparatus for securing a component in a computer chassis. The apparatus provides a tray that may be made from a resilient material in which the computer component is encased. The computer component is thereby isolated from physical shock applied to the chassis, and sound from the component is dampened from escaping the confines of the apparatus. Embodiments of the tray are particularly constructed to be placed near the top of a tower configuration computer and encased by a cover that keeps the component secured. The cover is removable and therefore allows for ready access to the component.

Abstract: An electronic system, such as a computer, having a housing with a door opening into an interior of the housing. An insertion mechanism is mounted on the door and includes a handle provided on an exterior side of the door and a driver portion provided on an interior side. The driver portion includes a rotatable latch driver attached to the handle and a rotatable latch follower engaging the latch driver through a set of gears. A movable mount is slideably mounted onto the door and a circuit board assembly is mounted onto the movable mount. After the door of the housing is closed, rotation of the handle causes rotation of the latch driver, which, in turn, causes rotation of the latch follower. The latch driver and follower engage the movable mount such that their rotation causes forward movement of the movable mount and the circuit board assembly.

Abstract: A securing structure for the battery cartridge of a notebook-type computer directly connects the battery cartridge on one side of the computer. One side of the computer is formed with a recess in which a first electrical connection seat is disposed. At least one movable latch body is disposed on a periphery of the recess. The battery cartridge is disposed with a second electrical connection seat for electrically connecting with the first electrical connection seat. After the battery cartridge is connected with the computer, the movable latch body is shifted to engage with the second electrical connection seat so as to firmly connect the second electrical connection seat with the first electrical connection seat. In addition, another battery cartridge can be connected with the battery cartridge for expanding the power supply of the computer.

Abstract: A mobile rack adapter, which includes a box body, the box body having a back opening, a set of connection ports at a front side for connection to a computer and/or power supply, and a memory slot at the front side for receiving a mobile memory, a circuit board mounted inside the box body and connected to the connection ports, the circuit board having a memory circuit and a memory connector for communication with the mobile memory inserted into the memory slot, and an electric connector connected to the circuit board and extended out of the opening the box body for receiving a mobile rack for enabling the loaded mobile rack to be communicated with the computer being connected to the connection ports.

Abstract: A notebook computer having a resilient, portfolio-type case includes a large flat-panel display module and a processor-keyboard module constructed into the case so that the case need not be stored separately during use. The case is secured for carrying by a slide fastener, and the angle between the display and the keyboard is adjustable by positioning of the slider in the open position. Crushable corners, an extending, protective lip, and a resilient, rugged material provide added protection for the computer while in use and while being transported. The two functional modules are electrically interconnected via inexpensive flex cable routed along the fold between opposed halves. The computer includes a removable, multipurpose writing pad that folds into the case serving as a protective cover for the keyboard in the open position, and is detachable and insertable between the flat display panel and the keyboard during transport.

Abstract: A mechanism has a subassembly that contains a microprocessor. The mechanism allows the microprocessor to be easily installed through frontal or rear access into a rack drawer and subsequently docked into a receiving assembly. The docking mechanism is multi-axis in that installation of the subassembly occurs along a single axis, but docking of the microprocessor occurs along an axis that is normal to the installation axis. Actuation of the installation mechanism is accomplished with a front-to-rear motion which sequentially provides a power connection to the microprocessor and displaces it in a vertical motion. This vertical motion registers and mates the microprocessor with the assembly. The microprocessor is preloaded in its final latched position to restrain it from shock and vibration events while supporting the assembly in a fixed and stable position.

Abstract: A tower-shaped computer having a drive unit unifying an FDD (Floppy Disk Drive) and a CD-ROM drive (Compact Disk-Read Only Memory) horizontally on the lower part to improve the utility of the space effectively. There is provided a computer comprising a body having a receptacle in a lower part of a front face and a plurality of input-ports provided at a rear side of the receptacle; a drive unit being received in the receptacle such that a front portion thereof is protruded from the front face of the body, the drive unit includes a floppy disk drive integrated with a compact disk read-only memory drive and output ports positioned at a rear side thereof and connected to the input ports, respectively.

Abstract: A multifunctional computer have a computer case. One side of the front surface of the case is installed with a data input/output device region having a plurality of spaces for being arranged with different devices a system monitor, a disk driver (a hard disk driver, a floppy disk driver, a compact disk driver), a kara OK, a modem (facsimile, telephone), power supply receptacles, a plurality of interface connector board (a SCSI bus, RS232 series ports, USB, PS/2, network connectors, audio A/V terminals), an uninterrupted device (UPS), a power supply, a radiator, etc. A liquid crystal display is installed at the surface of the case. At the side of the data input/output device region, the display is pivotally and detachably connected to the case at another side thereof. An openable door plate is installed within the display. After the door plate is opened, an upright motherboard is installed. A display is embedded in the board. Two sides of the board have trumpets.

Abstract: A desktop liquid crystal display computer includes a computer housing, a lower cover member and a computer keyboard. The computer housing has a front side with a liquid crystal display panel mounted thereat, and a computer main board mounted in the computer housing and connected electrically to the display panel. The lower cover member includes a lower cover plate body having an inner wall surface and opposite lateral sides that are mounted pivotally on the computer housing about a lower horizontal axis.

Abstract: An internal component within the interior of a computer chassis is accessible via a chassis door that may be moved into the chassis interior. To that end, the chassis includes a housing defining the interior that contains the internal component, and the door, which is movably coupled to the housing. The housing also includes a front face that forms an access port to the internal component within the interior. The door may be alternatively moved to an open position and a closed position. When in the closed position, the door substantially covers the access port to prevent access to the internal component. When in the open position, the door is within the housing interior, thus exposing the internal component to the access port.

Abstract: A portable computer assembly is provided. The portable computer assembly comprises a main outer casing and an operable computer system mounted with the outer casing with the computer system being powered by a power source. A cover lid is hingedly connected to the main outer casing with the cover lid being rotatable in a direction generally toward the main outer casing and in a direction generally away from the main outer casing. A display device is mounted within the cover lid for displaying data generated by the computer system. A printer device is securable to the computer system for receiving individual sheets of paper from the paper supply means and printing data received from the computer system upon the individual sheets of paper and a paper feed mechanism feeds at least one sheet of paper into the printer device. A portable telephone is releasably secured to main outer casing and electrically connected to the computer system.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are described herein for mounting a power supply within a PC chassis such that it is ratchetably rotatable. The chassis includes a pivot receptacle, a hook, and a dimple. The power supply is received by a mounting bracket which includes a corresponding pivot point, a curved slot having a relatively wide portion disposed at one end for engaging the hook of the chassis and a relatively narrow portion for retaining the hook during rotation of the power supply, and a plurality of shorter slots oriented in a curve for engaging the dimple of the chassis thereby providing the ratcheting action and preventing the rotation of the power supply until force is applied. In an alterative embodiment, the power supply is mounted to be translatable and rotatable. The chassis includes two cams, and a hook.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a portable computer having an access door. The portable computer has a housing having a surface with an opening. At least one slot is formed on the surface having the opening. A door is coupled to the housing from the outside and the housing has at least one pin inserted into the housing through a slot. A washer is coupled to the pin. The washer is combined with a pin within the housing to enable the door to be moved horizontally along the slot. A spring is mounted on the surface corresponding to the slot. The spring provides the door with an elastic force when the door is moved horizontally along the slots.

Abstract: A space saving CD-ROM/DVD drive mechanism used with an electronic device, such as a portable notebook computer, a handheld global positioning system (GPS) or etc. The space saving CD-ROM/DVD drive mechanism comprises an optical head and a spindle motor, where the spindle motor is located adjacent to the periphery of the electronic device. The space saving CD-ROM/DVD drive mechanism takes up a small {fraction (1/4 )} area on the electronic device, and thereby saves space on the electronic device for other computer accessories to be added.

Abstract: An apparatus, computer system and method allow either redundant power supplies or a non-redundant power supply to be mounted in a computer chassis, efficiently fitting into the same space. The apparatus and computer system include a chassis with a power supply bay for holding one of a power supply of a first type and a plurality of power supplies of a second type wherein the power supply bay is capable of receiving either one of the power supply of the first type and the plurality of power supplies of the second type, the power supply of the first type fitting into the same space as the plurality of power supplies of the second type.

Abstract: A portable computer includes a main body inside of which a main board and various peripherals are mounted, a handle mounted to the main body, a display portion rotatably mounted to the main body for outputting information on a screen for a user to view, and an indented portion concavely formed on a position of the main body corresponding to a location of the handle, the indented portion being formed such that the handle does not protrude outward when the same is not in use.

Abstract: A vehicle computer system has a housing sized to be mounted in a vehicle dashboard or other appropriate location. A computer is mounted within the housing and executes an open platform, multi-tasking operating system. The computer runs multiple applications on the operating system, including both vehicle-related applications (e.g., vehicle security application, vehicle diagnostics application, communications application, etc.) and non-vehicle-related applications (e.g., entertainment application, word processing, etc.). The computer system has an Internet wireless link to provide access to the Internet. One or more of the applications may utilize the link to access content on the Internet.

Abstract: A computer or component system according to which a first cover is attached to a chassis, and a second cover is adapted to replace the first cover. Rack mount hardware is mounted on one of the covers for engaging a corresponding member in a rack system when the chassis is mounted in the rack system, and the other cover is free of any rack mount hardware, so that it can be used on a desktop.

Abstract: A disk drive enclosure houses a mix of “slim” and “half high” disk drive sizes in almost any order. The preferred enclosure includes at least thirteen equi-spaced pairs of guide rails, wherein each pair of rails includes one rail on one side panel of the enclosure, and the other rail of the other side panel of the enclosure. Each pair of guide rails defines a boundary of a “slot”, such that twelve slots are defined between thirteen pairs of guide rails. Groups of slots are defined, wherein each group includes six contiguous slots. For each group of six slots, four connectors are included on a back panel of the enclosure. Within each group of six slots, the four connectors are positioned within the first, third, fourth and fifth slots, and no connectors are positioned in the second and sixth slots.

Abstract: A rack console assembly comprises a rack console and a computer console slidably disposed within the rack console. The computer console is connected to the rack console in such a manner so as to enable the computer console to be collapsably disposed inside of the rack console when in its non-operating mode and so as to enable the computer console to be positioned outside of the rack console when in its operating mode. The computer console comprises a frame which is connected to the rack console, a computer monitor mounted on the frame and a computer keyboard mounted on the frame. The frame is connected to the rack console in such a manner so as to enable the frame to be vertically and horizontally displaced relative to the rack console. The computer monitor is mounted on a support member which is fixedly mounted on a bracket arm pivotally mounted on the frame. The computer monitor is capable of both pivotal displacement relative to the frame and vertical displacement along the support member.

Abstract: A labor of disconnecting many cables is omitted even when carrying a file basestation with an external storage loaded together with a main body. An information processing unit comprises: a main body having a CPU, a keyboard and a display unit; a file basestation with an external storage, such as an FD•D or a CD-ROM•D, loaded; and a portreplicator with many connectors loaded. Removal of the main body alone from the portreplicator or removal of the main body and the file basestation can omit the labor of disconnecting many cables connected to the portreplicator.

Abstract: Disclosed are a hot plug method and a hot plug cartridge assembly for a card component (e.g., peripheral component interconnect compliant card). The cartridge assembly includes a carrier, a holder for the card component and a lever, the holder and lever being movably retained on the carrier. The lever has a camming surface, and the carrier has a protrusion following on the camming surface. Due to the configuration and positioning of the camming surface, lateral motion of the lever causes vertical movement of the lever and holder, to cause vertical movement of the card component. Lateral motion of the lever after introduction of the cartridge assembly into a system causes the card component to move vertically to cause connector structure of the card component to enter into contact with connectors of a circuit board of the system.

Abstract: A computer assembly comprises a base frame which is generally U-shaped in cross-section and a box-shaped primary unit console which is fixedly mounted on the base frame. The secondary unit comprises a secondary unit console which is slidably mounted on the base frame of the primary unit about a pair of ball bearing slides. A plurality of power supplies are slidably disposed within the primary unit console, each power supply comprising a housing, power supply electronics disposed within the housing and a handle assembly pivotally mounted on the housing. A power switch assembly is mounted on the base frame of the primary unit and comprises a T-shaped metal pawl coupled to a power knob. In use, the metal pawl can be rotated by the power knob between a first position in which the metal pawl electrically and mechanically engages a locking block formed on the secondary unit console and a second position in which the metal pawl electrically and mechanically disengages from the locking block.

Abstract: An equipment arrangement for switch, computer and server cabinets or racks comprises a monitor/flat screen, a keyboard and a signal switch in a common slide-in module or in two individual slide-in modules. The monitor/flat screen can be pivoted up or folded out in an extracted operating position. In the case of a module having one height unit of the 19 inch design the signal switch is positioned between the keyboard and the monitor/flat screen. In the case of a common module with a height of approximately two height units or two separate modules having in each case a maximum height of one height unit, the keyboard and signal switch are located in one plane and above the latter is located a monitor/flat screen.

Abstract: A secure communications card modem, in general accord with PCMCIA standards, is provided for use in authenticating authorized users to transmit or receive sensitive data. In a preferred embodiment, the communications card modem is configured for use with two sliding interface ports and a connector for interfacing with a host computer. The two sliding interface ports comprise a media connector port and a security port. The media connector port is adapted for receiving a media connector, such as a RJ-11 phone jack. The security port is adapted for receiving a security card. During use, a user inserts a security card into the security port whereupon the security card is authenticated by a reader circuit within the modem. Thereafter, the modem circuitry within the modem is enabled to transmit or receive sensitive data. In the event the reader circuit does not authenticate the security card, the modem circuitry is disabled from transferring data from between the computer and communications line.

Abstract: An electrical cabinet stores, or houses, a variety electrical components. The electrical components within the cabinet may be interconnected and may be connected to other electrical components external to the cabinet. The cabinet has an access door with a door stop that allows the door to be locked in an open position. The cabinet contains a workstation with a pivoting platform that supports an electrical component. The cabinet has an extendable bracket that extends allows an electrical component to be extended from the cabinet and removed by lifting the component in an upward direction. The cabinet has a board guide module that aligns a circuit board with an electrical connector in the cabinet. The cabinet has a bulkhead connector that reduces electromagnetic degradation in electrical cables that extend from the cabinet.

Abstract: The present invention is a personal computer case that is easy to assemble and disassemble. The computer case can be separated into two members, the first covering the top, front, right and left sides of the case, and the second covering the bottom, front, and rear sides of the case. A push button operated latch enables one member to become detached from the other member, allowing the case to be opened, without requiring the use of screws or special tools. The push button contains a slidable detent feature that can prevent the button from being depressed, thus preventing the inadvertent disassembly, separation, and opening of the computer case. The case contains a security feature that involves attaching a padlock to a tab portion of one member that is slid through a hole in the other member. With the padlock attached, the tab can not be retracted from the hole, thus preventing the unwanted separation of the two members.

Abstract: A structure of building-block type members for assembly of computer components permitting spatial variation, within, blocks in pillar and tube of same length and equally spaced are butted to a monitor and the main unit with the circumference of the tube in diameter not greater than the spacing between any two abutted pillars of surrounding four pillars; said tubes are provided on the back panel of the monitor, and pillars, on the sides of the main unit combine the monitor and main unit allowing optimal space use for combination as desired and the additional of peripherals.

Abstract: A modular computer assembly includes a peripheral circuit module having a first housing half, a connecting circuit board mounted inside the first housing half, and peripheral interface circuit units mounted on the connecting circuit board. The connecting circuit board has peripheral interface connectors to connect with the peripheral interface circuit units, and a mother board connector mounted thereon. The mother board connector is electrically connected to the peripheral interface connectors. The assembly further has a system circuit module including a second housing half and a mother board mounted inside the second housing half. The mother board has an insert edge insertable into the mother board connector to establish electrical connection with the peripheral circuit module. The second housing half complements with the first housing half to form a computer housing when the system circuit module and the peripheral circuit module are assembled.

Abstract: The invention relates to an insertion/extraction tool for inserting and extracting printed circuit boards from a card cage. The invention uses fewer parts than the prior art and reduces bending stress on the printed circuit board by simultaneously applying the insertion or extraction force to both sides of the plane of the printed circuit board.

Abstract: A storage system is provided for storing data for a computer system where the storage capacity can be incrementally increased without disrupting the operations of the storage system. The storage system comprises a base unit, and a plurality of modular units. The modular units are inserted into the system as increased storage capacity is required. Each modular unit has an enclosure comprising top, bottom, and side walls. The bottom and top walls each have at least one power connector and data transmission connector. The bottom wall of a first modular unit enclosure attaches to the base unit enclosure and the top wall of the first modular unit enclosure can attach to the bottom wall of a second modular unit enclosure. At least one back plane is provided in each modular unit for providing attachment for a set of storage devices.

Abstract: A device for transferring electric signals comprises a first unit having a bus and electrical and mechanical interconnections of this bus and a bus of another device at at least one side of the unit. A second unit has terminals electrically connected to the bus for external connection of the device to, and signal exchange with, electrical arrangements. The device further comprises two different carriers on which the bus unit and the terminal unit, respectively, are arranged, and members for releasable mechanical connection of the two carriers to each other, and adapted to allow separation of the terminal unit from the bus unit with maintained connection thereof to the bus unit of an adjacent device.

Abstract: An improved apparatus for and method of attaching a peripheral electronic component to an electronic system uses spring-urged protrusions to attach the peripheral electronic component to the electronic system without screws or other traditional hardware fasteners. Preferably, the spring-urged protrusions are configured to allow quick and easy installation and removal without the need for tools. Further, the apparatus is preferably configured to use standard mounting holes included in most peripheral electronic components. Therefore, the apparatus does not require costly custom modification for use with a variety of peripheral electronic components. More particularly, the apparatus is preferably electrically conductive to ground the chassis of the peripheral electronic component to the electronic system. In addition, the apparatus uses the spring-urged protrusions to reduce or eliminate the transmission of vibration between the peripheral electronic component and the electronic system.

Abstract: A computer has an internal chassis with four wall-like frame members located at its rectangular perimeter. A variety of electronic components are mounted to the chassis within the rectangular perimeter. A bezel is mounted to an outer portion of one of the frame members and forms an exterior rear panel of the computer. The chassis is sidably mounted within an integral, five-sided enclosure having a rectangular opening at its rearward end. The enclosure closely receives the chassis to eliminate relative movement therebetween. The bezel has an integral handle with a pair of tabs which engage recesses in the enclosure when the chassis is in the enclosure. The chassis is removed from the enclosure by lifting the handle on the bezel such that the tabs disengage the recesses in the enclosure to allow the chassis to slide out of the enclosure.

Abstract: The viscoelastic spacer is made of a layer of viscoelastic material and a layer of wear-resistant, low coefficient of friction material which together form a unitary structure for damping vibration. Spacers are placed at the top and bottom of a storage module containing a disk drive. Upon slidable insertion of the storage module into an enclosure, features on the inner surface of the enclosure engage with the spacer in a way which subjects the spacer to both compression and shear forces generated by vibration of the disk drive and of other vibration sources in the environment of the storage module.

Abstract: A portable computer housing includes a base having a top member and a bottom member clamped together and reinforced by a one-piece end cover member. Peripheral edge portions of the end cover member engage peripheral edge portions of the top member and bottom member. The top member includes a first flange on opposite ends thereof and the bottom member includes a second flange on opposite ends thereof. The first and second flanges form interrupted base end flanges when the top and bottom members are clamped together. The end cover member includes a cover end flange at opposite ends thereof. Each cover end flange overlappingly engages the base end flanges at each opposite end of the base.

Abstract: A multi-configuration modular computer that can be configured to be different types of personal computers or associated computer devices is disclosed. The multi-configuration modular computer comprises a display module, a keyboard and pointer device module, a motherboard and power module, and an expansion module. By selecting and combining different modules, the multi-configuration modular computer can be configured to be a LCD display monitor, a pen-based computer, a terminal, a network personal computer, a sub-notebook computer, a notebook computer or a desktop computer.

Abstract: A computer system having an enclosure, a motherboard in the enclosure, one or more disk drive bays in the enclosure each defining a bay opening in the front, a plurality of daughter card slots each having a slot opening in the back, a sound card mounted in one of the daughter card slots, and a graphic audio equalizer having an equalizer enclosure including an equalizer front panel sized and configured for mounting in one of the drive bays with the front panel in the bay opening. The equalizer further having manually operable controls, a first and second visual indicator means, a master volume control, a bracket mounted in another one of the card slots, a plurality of equalizer connectors including equalizer inputs and equalizer outputs on the bracket, and a cable operatively interconnecting the equalizer connectors to the audio equalizer.

Abstract: A unique cabinet mounted I/O assembly adapted for integration into a control system which allows a block I/O assembly to be mounted in both sides of the cabinet allowing a blind fit of power and signal connections insuring that power will be provided to the block I/O assembly before any application of signals thereto. and preventing any mismatching of I/O units to wrong processor blocks in the cabinet by a color matching scheme.

Abstract: A tower-type computer power supply is supported from the top of the chassis by tracks so that it may be slid horizontally outward of the back of the chassis. A motherboard is vertically supported between the power supply and a vertical side of the computer. Upon sliding the power supply outwardly to a position where it is still supported by the tracks, the power supply cables may be plugged into the motherboard. When the cables are so connected, they limit outward movement of the power supply. When the power supply is moved inward, the cables are concealed behind the power supply. Outward movement also provides access to sockets on the motherboard for installation or removal of DSIMMs (such as memory cards).