Compact tool-less general purpose graphic processing units (GPGPU) module
US10564685B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 13, 2018 |
| Grant date | Feb 18, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K7/1487
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A computing device is provided with a slot that includes at least one locking element configured to receive a removable general purpose graphic processing unit (GPGPU) carrier. The GPGPU carrier includes a bracket with a first receiving space for securing a first GPGPU, and a second receiving space for securing a second GPGPU. The GPGPU carrier also includes a locking mechanism connected to the bracket and configured to secure the at least one locking element of the computing device to at least one securing mechanism corresponding to the at least one locking element. The locking mechanism includes a lever connected to gear drives configured to actuate the at least one securing mechanism upon actuating the lever.
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