STACKABLE MODULAR PERSONAL COMPUTER ARRAY

摘要

One aspect of this disclosure is directed to a sub-rack module for supporting a personal computer chassis therein. The sub-rack module is configured to be received within a multi-position support rack. Due to the unique combination of the sub-rack and the multi-position support rack, the sub-rack modules can be positioned such that the back ends of the personal computer chassis form an air passageway in the center of the multi-position support rack, which allows for the air flow to be directed through the passageway and out through the front end of the personal computer chassis. This configuration allows for the high density storage of an array of personal computer chassis while providing adequate cooling for multiple units. A method for manufacturing this system is also provided.

主权项

1. A storage system comprising:
a first plurality of computer housings; a second plurality of computer housings; a storage unit, including: a first plurality of sleeves sized to slidingly accommodate the first plurality of computer housings positioned such that they have a front and back side, a second plurality of sleeves sized to slidingly accommodate the second plurality of computer housings positioned such that they have a front and back side, wherein the first plurality of sleeves is positioned relative to the second plurality of sleeves such that the back side of the first plurality of sleeves and the back side of the second plurality of sleeves face each other and form an unobstructed space to create an air vertical flow path, wherein each computer housing of the first and second pluralities of computer housings further comprises: a first plurality of inlet air flow holes defined on a side wall of each housing, and a second plurality of inlet air flow holes defined on a top wall of each housing such that the second plurality of inlet air flow holes are exposed beyond a rear of the respective sleeve of the first and second plurality of sleeves to allow for air flow between the first plurality and the second plurality of inlet air flow holes and the unobstructed space, and a first plurality of outlet air flow holes defined on a front wall of each housing, wherein each computer housing of the first and second pluralities of computer housings further comprises a plurality of apertures defined on the front wall of each computer housing sized to allow the passage of network and power cords.