Removable front panel for a computer hardware chassis
US7634782B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 20, 2005 |
| Grant date | Dec 15, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 15, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F1/181
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A front panel that can be removed from and installed onto a computer hardware chassis. A computer system housing includes a chassis and a removable front panel that is removably connectable to the chassis. The chassis includes a first locking mechanism, a first structure for engaging and releasing the first locking mechanism, a second locking mechanism and a second structure for engaging and releasing the second locking mechanism. The front panel includes a first mating portion for receipt at the first locking mechanism, wherein the first mating portion is removably engaged with the first locking mechanism, and a second mating portion for receipt at the second locking mechanism, wherein the second mating portion is removably engaged with the second locking mechanism.
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