Rack security mechanism
US6925843B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 8, 2000 |
| Grant date | Aug 9, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 5, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T70/5867
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method and apparatus for securing a tray within a computer component rack is disclosed. The tray slidably mounted within the component rack. The tray is anchored to the component rack when in a closed position by at least one fastener. A cover is mounted a front face of the tray. The cover includes within its structure a locking mechanism, which prevents access through an access port to the at least one fastener while in a locked position, and allows access through the access port to the at least one fastener while in an unlocked position.
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