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System for securing data within a computer

US4598964A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 14, 1984
Grant dateJul 8, 1986
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Expiry dateDec 14, 2004

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA47B2200/0083
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The invention is a system for securing the data stored within a computer. The system 10 includes a cabinet 11 having a peripheral frame 12 with at least one drawer 22C having a front panel 24C moveable from a closed position to an open position. The drawer 22C is adapted to hold that portion 26 of the computer containing the data to be secured. The system further comprises electrical connector halves 28, 29 mounted in the front panel 24C of the drawer 22C having electrical cables 30 and 31 coupled to the portion 26 of the computer therein. The connectors are adapted to mate with external electrical connector halves 32, 33 attachable thereto. A cover 48, mounted to the cabinet, is moveable from a first position covering the electrical connector halves 28, 29 to a second position allowing access thereto. A lock 63 is provided which is adapted to lock the cover to the cabinet.

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