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1.

CONFINEMENT AND PROTECTION OF A THERMAL INTERFACE MATERIAL BETWEEN A HEAT SINK AND AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

      
Application Number 18365729
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-04
First Publication Date 2025-02-06
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Liao, Yi-Kuan
  • Peng, Kuan-Lin

Abstract

Disclosed is an electronic assembly that includes a heat sink with a groove that is cut on a surface of the heat sink. A thermal interface material is disposed between the heat sink and an electronic device. A compressible filler disposed in the groove surrounds and confines the thermal interface material.

IPC Classes  ?

2.

PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS WITH INTEGRATED INDUCTORS AND ANTENNAS

      
Application Number 18327741
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-01
First Publication Date 2024-12-05
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Phan, Manhtien V.
  • Lee, Chih-Hao

Abstract

A printed circuit board (PCB) has electronic components of an electrical circuit mounted thereon. The PCB includes a wire that is coiled through the PCB one or more turns to form a coil of an inductor or an antenna that is integrated with the PCB. The PCB can include a cutout for accepting an inductor core. The shape and/or size of the inductor core can be varied to achieve a target inductance. Both ends of the wire can be electrically connected to corresponding nodes of the electrical circuit. One end of the wire can be electrically connected to a node of the electrical circuit, and the other end of the wire can be electrically connected to an antenna body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
  • H01F 27/24 - Magnetic cores
  • H01F 27/28 - CoilsWindingsConductive connections
  • H01F 27/32 - Insulating of coils, windings, or parts thereof
  • H05K 1/11 - Printed elements for providing electric connections to or between printed circuits

3.

DIRECTING COOLANT TO FLOW TOWARD HEAT SINKS OF ELECTRIC COMPONENTS IN IMMERSION COOLING SYSTEMS

      
Application Number 18314574
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-05-09
First Publication Date 2024-11-14
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Liao, Yi-Kuan
  • Peng, Kuan-Lin

Abstract

An immersion cooling system includes a tank that contains a dielectric coolant. A main pump circulates the dielectric coolant through the tank and a heat exchanger. Electronic devices are submerged in the dielectric coolant in the tank. An electronic device includes a substrate, an electronic component that is mounted on the substrate, a heat sink that is attached to the electronic component, and a forced convection device that directs the dielectric coolant from within a housing of the electronic device toward the heat sink.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details

4.

FLUID IMMERSION COOLING SYSTEM WITH MULTIPLE LAYERS OF COOLANT FLUIDS

      
Application Number 18671698
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-05-22
First Publication Date 2024-09-19
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Liu, Yueh Ming
  • Huang, Yu Hsiang
  • Chang, Yu Chuan
  • Chang, Tan Hsin
  • Chen, Hsiao Chung
  • Chen, Chia-Wei
  • Chen, Chih-Ta
  • Lin, Cheng-Hung
  • Hsu, Ming-Te

Abstract

A fluid immersion cooling system includes a fluid tank that contains a layer of a dual-phase coolant fluid and one or more layers of single-phase coolant fluids. The dual-phase and single-phase coolant fluids are immiscible, with the dual-phase coolant fluid having a lower boiling point and higher density than a single-phase coolant fluid. A substrate of an electronic system is submerged in the tank such that high heat-generating components are immersed at least in the layer of the dual-phase coolant fluid. Heat from the components is dissipated to the dual-phase coolant fluid to generate vapor bubbles of the dual-phase coolant fluid. The vapor bubbles rise to a layer of a single-phase coolant fluid that is above the layer of the dual-phase coolant fluid. The vapor bubbles condense to droplets of the dual-phase coolant fluid. The droplets fall down into the layer of the dual-phase coolant fluid.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating

5.

FLEXTWIN

      
Serial Number 98730805
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-09-03
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

computer server system comprised of a dual-processor multi-node architecture that clusters multiple servers, motherboards, and computer memories, sold together as a unit

6.

Determining positions of server computers within racks

      
Application Number 18173302
Grant Number 12183031
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-23
First Publication Date 2024-08-29
Grant Date 2024-12-31
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Jiang, Tsang Ming
  • Yeh, Shu-Chun

Abstract

System and methods for determining positions of server computers within a rack are disclosed. Unit Identification (UID) lights of the server computers are turned ON to determine positions of server computers relative to other server computers or relative to other server computers and non-server levels. The non-server levels include empty levels and levels with equipment that are not server computers. The positions of server computers are identified based on images of the servers captured by a camera or by polling the states of the UID lights.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/06 - Digital input from, or digital output to, record carriers
  • G06T 7/73 - Determining position or orientation of objects or cameras using feature-based methods
  • G08B 5/36 - Visible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electric transmissionVisible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electromagnetic transmission using visible light sources

7.

COOLING DEVICE AND COOLING METHOD APPLIED TO RACK SERVER

      
Application Number 18176291
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-02-28
First Publication Date 2024-05-02
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Chia-Wei
  • Liao, Kun-Chieh
  • Liu, Yueh-Ming

Abstract

A cooling device for rack servers and cooling method for rack servers are provided. The cooling device for rack servers includes an environmental temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, a coolant temperature sensor, an electronic valve, and a controller. The controller is configured to compute a dew point temperature according to an ambient temperature and an ambient humidity sensed by the environmental temperature sensor and the humidity sensor, compute a temperature difference between a outlet-liquid temperature of a coolant and the dew point temperature, and control an opening of the electronic valve according to the temperature difference to adjust a liquid flow of the coolant outputted, such that the outlet-liquid temperature dynamically changes following the adjustment of the liquid flow.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating

8.

PRE-COOLING DEVICE INTEGRATED LIQUID COOLING DISTRIBUTOR AND ITS SERVER LIQUID COOLING SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18176120
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-02-28
First Publication Date 2024-05-02
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Chia-Wei
  • Liao, Kun-Chieh
  • Liu, Yueh-Ming

Abstract

A precooling device integrated with a cooling distribution unit and a server liquid cooling system are provided. The precooling device includes a liquid cooling row, an adapter assembly, and a cooling distribution unit. The adapter assembly includes a flow joining row and a flow distribution row. The cooling distribution unit supplies a refrigerant from an interior thereof, and includes an outlet and an inlet communicating with the interior. The outlet communicates with the flow distribution row of the adapter assembly to deliver the refrigerant for heat exchange. The refrigerant being performed the heat exchange returns to the liquid cooling row through the flow joining row of the adapter assembly for precooling, and then returns from the liquid cooling row to the cooling distribution unit through the inlet. The refrigerant is precooled before returning to the cooling distribution unit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating

9.

Securing critical data in a storage device of a computer system

      
Application Number 17962325
Grant Number 12189758
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-07
First Publication Date 2024-04-11
Grant Date 2025-01-07
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Shiao, Rsong-Hsiang
  • Chien, Hung-Ming

Abstract

A computer system includes a processor that operates in a normal world and a secure world and that provides hardware-level isolation between the normal world and the secure world. A storage device of the computer system has a protected data region that stores critical data. A random-access memory of the computer system has a normal memory space that is accessible in the normal world and a secure memory space that is accessible only in the secure world. The secure memory space stores commands that transfer the critical data between the protected data region and the normal memory space by direct memory access.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 21/53 - Monitoring users, programs or devices to maintain the integrity of platforms, e.g. of processors, firmware or operating systems during program execution, e.g. stack integrity, buffer overflow or preventing unwanted data erasure by executing in a restricted environment, e.g. sandbox or secure virtual machine
  • G06F 21/62 - Protecting access to data via a platform, e.g. using keys or access control rules

10.

UNITEDAI

      
Serial Number 98484256
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-04-04
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

computer hardware, namely, computer servers for use with computer networks and computer workstations; downloadable software for use in computer systems for enterprise server management and data center management; downloadable computer software using artificial intelligence for use in computer systems for enterprise server management and data center management maintenance of computer hardware; technical support services, namely, troubleshooting in the nature of repair of computer hardware; technical consulting in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) hardware customization technical support services, namely, troubleshooting in the nature of diagnosing of computer hardware and software problems; providing on-line non-downloadable software for use in computer systems for enterprise server management and data center management; technology consultation in the field of artificial intelligence; technical consulting in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) software customization; providing temporary use of on-line non-downloadable software and applications using artificial intelligence for use in computer systems for enterprise server management and data center management

11.

Fluid immersion cooling system with low flash point hydrocarbon dielectric fluid

      
Application Number 17891563
Grant Number 12185497
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-19
First Publication Date 2024-02-22
Grant Date 2024-12-31
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Liu, Yueh-Ming
  • Chen, Hsiao-Chung
  • Chen, Chia-Wei
  • Huang, Yu-Hsiang
  • Chang, Chia-Che
  • Tong, Hua-Kai
  • Chang, Tan-Hsin
  • Chang, Yu-Chuan
  • Chen, Ming-Yu
  • Hsiung, Yu-Yen
  • Liao, Kun-Chieh

Abstract

A fluid immersion cooling system has a fluid tank containing a hydrocarbon dielectric fluid as a coolant fluid. One or more components of an electronic system is immersed in the coolant fluid. A gas cylinder contains a non-flammable, compressed filling gas. The temperature of the coolant fluid is monitored during operation of the electronic system. The filling gas is released from the gas cylinder and into the fluid tank when the temperature of the coolant fluid rises to a trigger temperature that is set based on the flash point of the coolant fluid. The filling gas covers a surface of the coolant fluid to block oxygen from interacting with vapors of the coolant fluid to prevent combustion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • A62C 3/16 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places in electrical installations, e.g. cableways
  • A62C 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass

12.

Cooling apparatus for server

      
Application Number 17713378
Grant Number 12207449
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-05
First Publication Date 2023-10-05
Grant Date 2025-01-21
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Chia-Wei
  • Lin, Te-Chang
  • Liu, Yueh-Ming
  • Huang, Yu-Hsiang
  • Liu, Ya-Lin
  • Chang, Chi-Che

Abstract

A cooling apparatus is provided. An external cooling fluid flows into an external inlet opening from an external inlet pipe and passes through a heat exchanger to flow out of an external outlet opening to an external outlet pipe. An internal cooling fluid flows into an internal inlet pipe from the server and flows into an internal inlet opening from the internal inlet pipe and passes through the heat exchanger for heat exchange with the external cooling fluid to flow out of an internal outlet opening to an internal outlet pipe. A hot-swap pump has a pump main body, an inlet anti-leakage pipe, an outlet anti-leakage pipe and a hot-swap connector. The inlet anti-leakage pipe includes an inlet connector and an inlet anti-leakage valve. The outlet anti-leakage pipe includes an outlet connector and an outlet anti-leakage valve. The hot-swap connector is electrically connected to the pump main body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating

13.

DUAL-STACKED MOTHERBOARDS FOR FLUID IMMERSION COOLING

      
Application Number 17579958
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-20
First Publication Date 2023-07-20
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Liu, Yueh Ming
  • Huang, Yu Hsiang
  • Chang, Yu Chuan
  • Chen, Hsiao Chung
  • Chang, Tan Hsin

Abstract

A server computer system has one or more node assemblies. A node assembly has two motherboards that are stacked one over another with their component sides facing toward each other. Memory cards that are mounted on one motherboard are interlaced with memory cards that are mounted on the other motherboard. At least processors of the two motherboards are immersed in a coolant fluid in a fluid immersion cooling tank. A processor cooling stack is mounted over a processor. The processor cooling stack includes flow regulation structures with sidewalls that regulate flow of vapor bubbles of the coolant fluid away from the processor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating

14.

Setting the impedance of signal traces of a circuit board using a reference trace

      
Application Number 18119711
Grant Number 12016114
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-09
First Publication Date 2023-07-06
Grant Date 2024-06-18
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Phan, Manhtien V.
  • Chou, Mau-Lin
  • Lee, Chih-Hao

Abstract

A circuit board has an edge connector with signal traces. The signal traces are formed on a dielectric layer of the circuit board. A reference trace is formed within the dielectric layer or on another surface of the dielectric layer. Parameters of the reference trace are adjusted to set an impedance of a single-ended signal trace or a differential impedance of two adjacent signal traces.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details
  • H01L 23/528 - Layout of the interconnection structure
  • H01L 23/66 - High-frequency adaptations
  • H05K 1/14 - Structural association of two or more printed circuits

15.

X-BLADE

      
Serial Number 97858489
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-03-27
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Computer servers for use with computer networks and computer workstations

16.

SUPERCLOUD COMPOSER

      
Serial Number 97792279
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-02-13
Registration Date 2025-02-04
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Downloadable software for managing data center infrastructure

17.

Fluid immersion cooling system with multiple layers of coolant fluids

      
Application Number 17383607
Grant Number 12029012
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-23
First Publication Date 2023-01-26
Grant Date 2024-07-02
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Liu, Yueh Ming
  • Huang, Yu Hsiang
  • Chang, Yu Chuan
  • Chang, Tan Hsin
  • Chen, Hsiao Chung
  • Chen, Chia-Wei
  • Chen, Chih-Ta
  • Lin, Cheng-Hung
  • Hsu, Ming-Te

Abstract

A fluid immersion cooling system includes a fluid tank that contains a layer of a dual-phase coolant fluid and one or more layers of single-phase coolant fluids. The dual-phase and single-phase coolant fluids are immiscible, with the dual-phase coolant fluid having a lower boiling point and higher density than a single-phase coolant fluid. A substrate of an electronic system is submerged in the tank such that high heat-generating components are immersed at least in the layer of the dual-phase coolant fluid. Heat from the components is dissipated to the dual-phase coolant fluid to generate vapor bubbles of the dual-phase coolant fluid. The vapor bubbles rise to a layer of a single-phase coolant fluid that is above the layer of the dual-phase coolant fluid. The vapor bubbles condense to droplets of the dual-phase coolant fluid. The droplets fall down into the layer of the dual-phase coolant fluid.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating

18.

Circuit card with onboard non-volatile memory for providing cable assembly data to network interface controller chips

      
Application Number 17172993
Grant Number 11502433
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-02-10
First Publication Date 2022-08-11
Grant Date 2022-11-15
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chou, Mau-Lin
  • Chen, John
  • Phan, Manhtien V.

Abstract

A cable assembly has a cable with a transceiver module on one end. The transceiver module is plugged into an interface connector of a circuit card, which also has a network interface controller chip, an onboard non-volatile memory, and a control unit. The control unit reads cable assembly data stored in a non-volatile memory of the transceiver module over a serial bus and copies the cable assembly data to the onboard non-volatile memory. The control unit initiates transfer of the cable assembly data from the onboard non-volatile memory to a communication port of the network interface controller chip over another serial bus.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 13/10 - Program control for peripheral devices
  • H01R 12/53 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures connecting to cables except for flat or ribbon cables
  • H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component
  • H01R 12/58 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures characterised by the terminals terminals for insertion into holes
  • H04L 12/00 - Data switching networks

19.

Telecommunication cabinet with hidden anti-theft heat dissipation module

      
Application Number 17149567
Grant Number 11445633
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-14
First Publication Date 2022-07-14
Grant Date 2022-09-13
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Chia-Wei
  • Chao, Tienen

Abstract

A telecommunication cabinet with anti-theft function includes a cabinet body, a cabinet door, a fan module, and a plurality of coupling parts. The cabinet body includes a cabinet and a telecommunication module. The cabinet door covers the cabinet body and is provided with a snap hole. A bottom side of the cabinet door is provided with an installation opening. The fan module includes multiple fans and an elastic clip, and the elastic clip is provided with a bump. When the fan module is placed into the cabinet door from the installation opening, the bump is positioned in the snap hole. The fan module is coupled to the bottom side of the cabinet door.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details
  • E04H 1/14 - Telephone cabinets

20.

Reference metal layer for setting the impedance of metal contacts of a connector

      
Application Number 17679460
Grant Number 11800637
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-24
First Publication Date 2022-06-09
Grant Date 2023-10-24
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Phan, Manhtien V.
  • Chou, Mau-Lin
  • Lee, Chih-Hao

Abstract

A circuit board has an electrical circuit and a connector that is attached to the circuit board. The connector has metal contacts. A housing of the connector has an embedded reference metal layer that is disposed under a single-ended metal contact or differential metal contacts. The reference metal layer sets the impedance of the single-ended metal contact or the differential metal contacts.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details
  • H05K 3/06 - Apparatus or processes for manufacturing printed circuits in which the conductive material is applied to the surface of the insulating support and is thereafter removed from such areas of the surface which are not intended for current conducting or shielding the conductive material being removed chemically or electrolytically, e.g. by photo-etch process
  • H05K 3/44 - Manufacturing insulated metal core circuits
  • H01R 12/00 - Structural associations of a plurality of mutually-insulated electrical connecting elements, specially adapted for printed circuits, e.g. printed circuit boards [PCB], flat or ribbon cables, or like generally planar structures, e.g. terminal strips, terminal blocksCoupling devices specially adapted for printed circuits, flat or ribbon cables, or like generally planar structuresTerminals specially adapted for contact with, or insertion into, printed circuits, flat or ribbon cables, or like generally planar structures
  • H01R 12/52 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures connecting to other rigid printed circuits or like structures
  • H01R 13/514 - BasesCases formed as a modular block or assembly, i.e. composed of co-operating parts provided with contact members or holding contact members between them
  • H01R 13/6469 - Means for preventing cross-talk by cross-over of signal conductors on substrates
  • H01R 13/6471 - Means for preventing cross-talk by special arrangement of ground and signal conductors, e.g. GSGS [Ground-Signal-Ground-Signal]
  • H01R 13/6473 - Impedance matching
  • H01R 13/6477 - Impedance matching by variation of dielectric properties
  • H01R 13/6581 - Shield structure
  • H01R 13/6585 - Shielding material individually surrounding or interposed between mutually spaced contacts

21.

Telecommunication cabinet with replaceable cabinet door module

      
Application Number 17117882
Grant Number 11350534
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-10
First Publication Date 2022-05-31
Grant Date 2022-05-31
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Chia-Wei
  • Chao, Tienen

Abstract

A telecommunication cabinet includes a cabinet body, a cabinet door module, and a detachable hinge. The cabinet body includes a cabinet and a telecommunication module disposed in the cabinet. The cabinet door module includes a cabinet door and a function module. The detachable hinge includes a first shaft seat, a second shaft seat and a pivot shaft. The cabinet door module is pivotally rotatable with respect to the cabinet through the pivot shaft inserted to the first shaft seat and the second shaft seat. The cabinet door module is detachably coupled to the cabinet body to facilitate replacement.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
  • H05K 7/00 - Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details
  • E05D 7/10 - Hinges or pivots of special construction to allow easy separation of the parts at the hinge axis
  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • H05K 7/18 - Construction of rack or frame

22.

Pole mount system for facilitating installation of heavy telecommunications equipment

      
Application Number 17036250
Grant Number 11839048
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-09-29
First Publication Date 2022-03-31
Grant Date 2023-12-05
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Chia-Wei
  • Chao, Tienen

Abstract

A pole mount system has an enclosure, an enclosure mounting assembly, and a clamp system. The enclosure mounting assembly is affixed to the exterior of the enclosure. The clamp system grips the pole. The enclosure mounting assembly and the clamp system have complementary fastening structures to secure the enclosure to the pole.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/18 - Construction of rack or frame
  • F16B 2/06 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening external, i.e. with contracting action
  • H04Q 1/04 - Frames or mounting racks for selector switchesAccessories therefor, e.g. frame cover
  • H04Q 1/14 - Distribution frames

23.

Inspection of circuit boards for unauthorized modifications

      
Application Number 17019054
Grant Number 11599988
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-09-11
First Publication Date 2022-03-17
Grant Date 2023-03-07
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wo, Bo-Han
  • Lin, Chun-Yi
  • Shih, Yu-Lung
  • Wen, Kai Cheng
  • Chen, Kevin Wei-Chou
  • Liang, Yu-Jung
  • Yang, Pei Hsiang
  • Chou, Jenn-Chih

Abstract

A target image of a target circuit board and a gold image of a gold circuit board are taken by an image acquisition system. Fiducial points are located on the target image and on the gold image. Perspective transformation is performed on the target image using the fiducial points on the target image for reference and on the gold image using the fiducial points on the gold image for reference. After perspective transformation, an anomalous section of the target image is identified by identifying pixels that have different intensities between the target image and the gold image, the anomalous section being indicative of an unauthorized modification to the target circuit board.

IPC Classes  ?

24.

Setting the impedance of signal traces of a circuit board using a reference trace

      
Application Number 17480696
Grant Number 11632857
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-09-21
First Publication Date 2022-01-06
Grant Date 2023-04-18
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Phan, Manhtien V.
  • Chou, Mau-Lin
  • Lee, Chih-Hao

Abstract

A circuit board has an edge connector with signal traces. The signal traces are formed on a dielectric layer of the circuit board. A reference trace is formed within the dielectric layer or on another surface of the dielectric layer. Parameters of the reference trace are adjusted to set an impedance of a single-ended signal trace or a differential impedance of two adjacent signal traces.

IPC Classes  ?

25.

Server fan with airflow shielding structure

      
Application Number 16883836
Grant Number 11191183
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-26
First Publication Date 2021-11-30
Grant Date 2021-11-30
Owner Super Micro Computer Inc. (USA)
Inventor Lin, Ken-Sheng

Abstract

A fan module includes a fan body and metal plates. The fan body has a fan seat, and the fan seat is provided with coupling holes. The metal plates enclose the fan body and expose an outlet side. The position assembly includes a position frame and position members. The position frame has an air outlet and is fixed on the outlet side. The airflow shielding structure includes shutter plates and a connection rod. One side of the shutter plates are pivoted at the position frame, and the shuttle plates are capable of turning simultaneously for opening and closing the air outlet so as to maintain the normal operation of the server fan.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating

26.

Heat exchange structure of telecommunication cabinet

      
Application Number 17161336
Grant Number 11178792
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-28
First Publication Date 2021-11-16
Grant Date 2021-11-16
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Chia-Wei
  • Chao, Tienen

Abstract

A telecommunication cabinet includes a first and a second cabinet bodies, an internal fan, a partition board, multiple heat dissipation pipes and an external fan. The first cabinet body includes an upper slot and a lower slot. The second cabinet body covers the first cabinet body and includes an air inlet and an air outlet. The internal fan is arranged in the first cabinet body. The partition board is connected with the second cabinet body and includes multiple air vents and multiple air intakes. The heat dissipation pipes are disposed in the second cabinet body and include multiple upper nozzles and multiple lower nozzles. Multiple heat dissipation channels are disposed between the heat dissipation pipes. The external fan is disposed on a bottom inside the second cabinet body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
  • H05K 7/00 - Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • H05K 7/18 - Construction of rack or frame

27.

Server chassis

      
Application Number 16841449
Grant Number 11197389
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-06
First Publication Date 2021-10-07
Grant Date 2021-12-07
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor Lin, Ken-Sheng

Abstract

A server chassis includes an outer case including a plurality of outer shells and an insertion space. The outer shell has an inner wall, and an outer rail structure is disposed on the inner wall of the outer shell. The outer rail structures including an outer rail-plate, an outer-rail and a set of ball slide rail. A chassis body is slidably coupled to the insertion space. The chassis body includes inner shells and an accommodating space. An inner rail structure includes an inner rail-plate, and the chassis body is capable of sliding with respect to the outer case through the inner rail-plate inserted in the outer-rail.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • A47B 88/437 - Rollers for slides or guides
  • A47B 88/487 - Sliding drawersSlides or guides therefor with single extensible guides or parts with rollers, ball bearings, wheels, or the like

28.

Electronic devices for expansion

      
Application Number 16790432
Grant Number 11594832
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-02-13
First Publication Date 2021-08-19
Grant Date 2023-02-28
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Hsiao Chung
  • Chang, Tan Hsin
  • Liu, Yueh Ming
  • Chang, Yu Chuan
  • Chang, Hung Chieh

Abstract

The present disclosure is related to electronic devices. At least some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to an electronic device comprising a circuit board, a first connector, and a second connector. The first connector and the second connector are disposed on the circuit board. The first connector is different from the second connector. The second connector is adjacent to the first connector. The first connector is arranged along a reference line in a first direction, and the second connector is adjacent to the reference line in the first direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 12/72 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures coupling with the edge of the rigid printed circuits or like structures
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • H01R 13/62 - Means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts or for holding them in engagement

29.

GRANDTWIN

      
Serial Number 90892299
Status Registered
Filing Date 2021-08-19
Registration Date 2023-11-07
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Computer hardware, namely, motherboards; computer servers for use with computer networks and computer workstations; computer system comprised of clustering multiple servers, motherboards and computer memories sold together as a unit; computer server systems consisting of motherboards, chassis, central processing units, memory modules, memory cards, hard drives, power supplies and system cooling fans, sold together as a unit; computer hardware with embedded operating system software; computer system comprised of computer hardware and embedded computer software for providing and managing access to computer software and hardware on other servers among multiple computer servers; computer system comprised of computer hardware and embedded computer software for monitoring, managing, maintaining, configuring and preventing and reacting to failure of computer servers; a computer system, namely, a chassis with a power supply subsystem and a cooling subsystem; mounting housings, cages, racks and frames for mounting multiple computer servers; computer chassis; computer hardware with embedded computer utility programs for server systems; computer hardware; computer servers; computer semiconductor chips

30.

Reference metal layer for setting the impedance of metal contacts of a connector

      
Application Number 16953673
Grant Number 11297713
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-11-20
First Publication Date 2021-07-29
Grant Date 2022-04-05
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Phan, Manhtien V.
  • Chou, Mau-Lin
  • Lee, Chih-Hao

Abstract

A circuit board has an electrical circuit and a connector that is attached to the circuit board. The connector has metal contacts. A housing of the connector has an embedded reference metal layer that is disposed under a single-ended metal contact or differential metal contacts. The reference metal layer sets the impedance of the single-ended metal contact or the differential metal contacts.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details
  • H05K 1/11 - Printed elements for providing electric connections to or between printed circuits
  • H05K 1/16 - Printed circuits incorporating printed electric components, e.g. printed resistor, capacitor, inductor
  • H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component
  • H01R 13/629 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure
  • H01R 13/646 - Details of coupling devices of the kinds covered by groups or specially adapted for high-frequency, e.g. structures providing an impedance match or phase match
  • H01R 13/6469 - Means for preventing cross-talk by cross-over of signal conductors on substrates
  • H01R 13/6471 - Means for preventing cross-talk by special arrangement of ground and signal conductors, e.g. GSGS [Ground-Signal-Ground-Signal]
  • H01R 13/6473 - Impedance matching
  • H01R 43/20 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for assembling or disassembling contact members with insulating base, case or sleeve

31.

Setting the impedance of signal traces of a circuit board using a reference trace

      
Application Number 17070167
Grant Number 11166367
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-14
First Publication Date 2021-07-29
Grant Date 2021-11-02
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Phan, Manhtien V.
  • Chou, Mau-Lin
  • Lee, Chih-Hao

Abstract

A circuit board has an edge connector with signal traces. The signal traces are formed on a dielectric layer of the circuit board. A reference trace is formed within the dielectric layer or on another surface of the dielectric layer. Parameters of the reference trace are adjusted to set an impedance of a single-ended signal trace or a differential impedance of two adjacent signal traces.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details
  • H05K 1/11 - Printed elements for providing electric connections to or between printed circuits
  • H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
  • H05K 3/32 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor electrically connecting electric components or wires to printed circuits
  • H01P 3/08 - MicrostripsStrip lines
  • H01R 12/73 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures coupling with the edge of the rigid printed circuits or like structures connecting to other rigid printed circuits or like structures
  • H04B 1/04 - Circuits
  • H04B 1/06 - Receivers
  • H04B 1/38 - Transceivers, i.e. devices in which transmitter and receiver form a structural unit and in which at least one part is used for functions of transmitting and receiving
  • H04B 1/48 - Transmit/receive switching in circuits for connecting transmitter and receiver to a common transmission path, e.g. by energy of transmitter

32.

Accommodating structure of data storage unit and accommodating assembly thereof mounted on server

      
Application Number 16591602
Grant Number 10847188
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-02
First Publication Date 2020-11-24
Grant Date 2020-11-24
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Liu, Yueh-Ming
  • Chang, Hung-Chieh
  • Chang, Tan-Hsin
  • Chen, Hsiao-Chung
  • Chang, Yu-Chuan

Abstract

An accommodating structure of data storage unit includes a carrier case formed by integrated injection molding. The carrier case is a plastic piece comprising a housing, a pair of elastic arms connected with the housing and a push block connected with the elastic arms. The housing has a receiving space, and the push block has a tab at a side away from the receiving space. Moreover, the present invention further provides an accommodating assembly of data storage unit. The components of the accommodating assembly are less and the structures are simple to enhance the convenience of assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details
  • G11B 33/02 - CabinetsCasesStandsDisposition of apparatus therein or thereon
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus

33.

Setting the impedance of signal traces of a circuit board using a reference trace

      
Application Number 16750686
Grant Number 10849220
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-23
First Publication Date 2020-11-24
Grant Date 2020-11-24
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Phan, Manhtien V.
  • Chou, Mau-Lin
  • Lee, Chih-Hao

Abstract

A circuit board has an edge connector with signal traces. The signal traces are formed on a dielectric layer of the circuit board. A reference trace is formed within the dielectric layer or on another surface of the dielectric layer. Parameters of the reference trace are adjusted to set an impedance of a single-ended signal trace or a differential impedance of two adjacent signal traces.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details
  • H05K 1/11 - Printed elements for providing electric connections to or between printed circuits
  • H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
  • H01P 3/08 - MicrostripsStrip lines
  • H04B 1/04 - Circuits
  • H04B 1/06 - Receivers
  • H04B 1/38 - Transceivers, i.e. devices in which transmitter and receiver form a structural unit and in which at least one part is used for functions of transmitting and receiving
  • H04B 1/48 - Transmit/receive switching in circuits for connecting transmitter and receiver to a common transmission path, e.g. by energy of transmitter

34.

Server apparatus with horizontal push-pull operating structure

      
Application Number 16668585
Grant Number 10827641
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-30
First Publication Date 2020-11-03
Grant Date 2020-11-03
Owner Super Micro Computer Inc. (USA)
Inventor Shen, William

Abstract

A server apparatus with a horizontal push-pull operating structure includes a chassis having a base plate and chassis plates with guiding slots; a carrying tray on the base plate and inserted into the chassis plates, the carrying tray having carrying board and side boards having sliding slots formed corresponding to the guiding slots; and an operating structure having a moving arm with a gear rack thereon and a gear sector clamped between the moving arm and the side board and having an addendum engaged with the gear rack and a sliding column inserted into the sliding and guiding slots. When the moving arm is horizontally pushed/pulled relative to the side boards, the gear rack drives the gear sector to rotate, and the sliding column moves inside the sliding slot and drives the carrying tray to move in/out of the base plate respectively under guidance of the guiding slot.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • A47B 88/497 - Sliding drawersSlides or guides therefor with other guiding mechanisms, e.g. scissor mechanisms
  • A47B 88/483 - Sliding drawersSlides or guides therefor with single extensible guides or parts
  • A47B 88/477 - BuffersEnd stops

35.

Network switches with secured switch ports to baseboard management controllers

      
Application Number 16843752
Grant Number 11316904
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-08
First Publication Date 2020-10-29
Grant Date 2022-04-26
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor Jailani, Sahul Hameed Abdul Kader

Abstract

A server management switch discovers and identifies its switch ports that are connected to communication ports of baseband management controllers (BMC's) of server computers. The server management switch isolates the identified BMC-connected switch ports such that network traffic on a BMC-connected switch port is restricted to a switch port that has a connection, either directly by a link or over a server management network, to a server management computer. Network traffic on BMC-connected switch ports are monitored and controlled in various ways to further protect the BMC's from security attacks.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04L 41/0806 - Configuration setting for initial configuration or provisioning, e.g. plug-and-play
  • H04L 69/16 - Implementation or adaptation of Internet protocol [IP], of transmission control protocol [TCP] or of user datagram protocol [UDP]
  • H04L 101/663 - Transport layer addresses, e.g. aspects of transmission control protocol [TCP] or user datagram protocol [UDP] ports
  • H04W 80/04 - Network layer protocols, e.g. mobile IP [Internet Protocol]
  • G06F 11/30 - Monitoring
  • H04L 9/40 - Network security protocols
  • H04L 29/06 - Communication control; Communication processing characterised by a protocol

36.

Apparatus and method of allocating data segments in storage regions of group of storage units

      
Application Number 16354803
Grant Number 11209990
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-03-15
First Publication Date 2020-09-17
Grant Date 2021-12-28
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor Chien, Hung-Ming

Abstract

th group of storage units. Wherein the first data segment is associated with the fourth data segment, the first data segment is independent of the fifth data segment, and the first data segment is independent of the sixth data segment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/06 - Digital input from, or digital output to, record carriers
  • G06F 11/10 - Adding special bits or symbols to the coded information, e.g. parity check, casting out nines or elevens

37.

Hard disk drive tray

      
Application Number 16288813
Grant Number 10871805
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-02-28
First Publication Date 2020-09-03
Grant Date 2020-12-22
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor Shen, William

Abstract

A hard disk drive tray for accommodating a hard disk drive is provided. The hard disk drive tray has a front frame. An elastic cantilever plate is extended from each of two ends of the front frames. The couple of elastic cantilever plates are arranged parallel with each other for clamping the hard disk drive between the couple of elastic cantilever plates. A lateral surface of each elastic cantilever plate is covered by a side case and an expansion fastening bolt for fastening the hard disk drive is arranged protruding from the other lateral surface of each elastic cantilever plate. The hard disk drive is clamped by, the elastic cantilever plates, a simplified structure of the hard disk drive tray. The elastic cantilever plate is covered by the side case and thereby reinforced.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • G11B 33/12 - Disposition of constructional parts in the apparatus, e.g. of power supply, of modules

38.

Data storage device for server

      
Application Number 16243853
Grant Number 10706894
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-01-09
First Publication Date 2020-07-07
Grant Date 2020-07-07
Owner Super Micro Computer Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chang, Hung-Chieh
  • Liu, Yueh-Ming
  • Chang, Tan-Hsin
  • Lin, Kuan-Ming
  • Chen, Hsiao-Chung
  • Chen, Chih-Wei

Abstract

A data storage device includes a tray, a circuit board module and two storage units. The tray has a carrying space. The circuit board module includes a circuit board, a pair of adapter slots and a connection slot. The pair of adapter slots are disposed with an interval at one side of the tray, and the storage units are arranged side by side in the carrying space. Each storage unit includes a carrying box and a storage component. The carrying box is pivoted with a handle, and two sides of the handle are pivoted at opposite sides of the carrying box so that the handle is capable of rotating above the carrying box. The storage component is inserted in the adapter slot to electrically connect with the circuit board.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/00 - Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
  • G11B 33/12 - Disposition of constructional parts in the apparatus, e.g. of power supply, of modules
  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack

39.

Device and method for testing a computer system

      
Application Number 16212295
Grant Number 11009547
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-12-06
First Publication Date 2020-06-11
Grant Date 2021-05-18
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wang, Mao Sui
  • An, Pao-Ting

Abstract

A computer system includes a circuit board, one or more electronic components and a board management controller (BMC). The electronic components are disposed on the circuit board. The BMC is disposed on the circuit board and electrically connected to the one or more electronic components. The BMC is configured to enable/initiate a boundary scan test for the one or more electronic component.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 31/317 - Testing of digital circuits
  • G06F 13/42 - Bus transfer protocol, e.g. handshakeSynchronisation
  • G01R 31/3177 - Testing of logic operation, e.g. by logic analysers
  • G01R 31/327 - Testing of circuit interrupters, switches or circuit-breakers

40.

Hard drive module and hard drive removable enclosure thereof

      
Application Number 16255638
Grant Number 10665269
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-01-23
First Publication Date 2020-05-26
Grant Date 2020-05-26
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor Shen, William

Abstract

A hard drive module includes a hard drive and a hard drive removable enclosure. The hard drive includes a bottom surface having a first securement hole formed to indent inward thereon and a lateral surface having a second securement hole formed to indent inward thereon. The second securement hole is fluidly connected to the first securement hole. The bottom surface of the hard drive is received on a carrier plate. A primary positioning pin penetrates into the first securement hole from the bottom surface of the hard drive. A hook penetrates into the second securement hole from the internal of the first securement hole. Accordingly, by using the primary positioning pin with its rear end formed of the hook thereon for securing the hard drive, the hard drive can be installed and secured inside the hard drive removable enclosure without the use of any tools.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
  • G11B 33/02 - CabinetsCasesStandsDisposition of apparatus therein or thereon

41.

Disaggregated computer system

      
Application Number 16172324
Grant Number 11113232
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-10-26
First Publication Date 2020-04-30
Grant Date 2021-09-07
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Joshi, Vivek
  • Chang, Chih-Chieh
  • Geng, Chang-Hsin

Abstract

A computer system includes a processor and a memory. The processor is located on a first circuit board having a first connector. The memory is located on a second circuit board having a second connector. The first circuit board and the second board are physically separated from each other but connect to each other through the connector. The processor and the memory are communicated to each other based on a differential signaling scheme.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 15/78 - Architectures of general purpose stored program computers comprising a single central processing unit
  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
  • H05K 7/02 - Arrangements of circuit components or wiring on supporting structure

42.

Automatic configuration of a network switch in a multi-chassis link aggregation group

      
Application Number 16660721
Grant Number 11212179
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-22
First Publication Date 2020-04-16
Grant Date 2021-12-28
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor Jailani, Sahul Hameed Abdul Kader

Abstract

Various embodiments set forth a method for automatically configuring a multi-chassis link aggregation group (MLAG), including receiving first system information associated with the MLAG, receiving a first discovery packet via a first uplink port associated with a first switch that is included in the MLAG, where the first discovery packet includes second system information associated with the MLAG, determining whether the first system information matches the second system information, where if the first system information matches the second system information, then concluding that the first uplink port is included in an inter peer link connecting the first switch to a second switch that also is included in the MLAG, and if the first system information does not match the second system information, then concluding that the first uplink port is not included in the inter peer link. Advantageously, the method avoids requiring a user to enter hundreds of commands manually.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 15/16 - Combinations of two or more digital computers each having at least an arithmetic unit, a program unit and a register, e.g. for a simultaneous processing of several programs
  • H04L 12/24 - Arrangements for maintenance or administration
  • H04L 12/40 - Bus networks
  • H04L 12/413 - Bus networks with decentralised control with random access, e.g. carrier-sense multiple-access with collision detection [CSMA-CD]
  • H04L 12/709 - Route fault prevention or recovery, e.g. rerouting, route redundancy, virtual router redundancy protocol [VRRP] or hot standby router protocol [HSRP] using path redundancy using M+N parallel active paths

43.

Device and method for testing computer system

      
Application Number 16155507
Grant Number 11119876
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-10-09
First Publication Date 2020-04-09
Grant Date 2021-09-14
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wang, Mao Sui
  • An, Pao-Ting

Abstract

A computer system includes a circuit board, one or more connectors/sockets and a first controller. The connectors/sockets are disposed on the circuit board. The first controller is configured to receive information corresponding to parameters of the circuit board and/or the connectors/sockets before booting up the computer system to run an operating system (OS).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 11/00 - Error detectionError correctionMonitoring
  • G06F 11/273 - Tester hardware, i.e. output processing circuits
  • G06F 11/22 - Detection or location of defective computer hardware by testing during standby operation or during idle time, e.g. start-up testing

44.

Adaptable storage bay for solid state drives

      
Application Number 16438038
Grant Number 10782747
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-11
First Publication Date 2020-03-26
Grant Date 2020-09-22
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lin, Te-Chang
  • Lam, Lawrence
  • Tang, Thompson

Abstract

A solid state drive (SSD) storage bay includes storage trays and connector cards. A storage tray has a an interposer and an SSD module. A connector of the interposer is connected to a connector of the SSD module, and another connector of the interposer is connected to a connector of a connector card. The connector card includes terminals that connect to a bus of a computer system. The interposer includes wirings that allow electrical signals to propagate between the two connectors of the interposer. The interposer includes circuitry that allow for voltage regulation of supply voltage, level shifting, and hot-swapping.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • G06F 13/38 - Information transfer, e.g. on bus
  • G06F 13/40 - Bus structure
  • H01R 12/70 - Coupling devices
  • G06F 1/26 - Power supply means, e.g. regulation thereof
  • H01R 12/73 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures coupling with the edge of the rigid printed circuits or like structures connecting to other rigid printed circuits or like structures
  • G06F 1/20 - Cooling means
  • H01R 12/52 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures connecting to other rigid printed circuits or like structures
  • H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component
  • H01R 12/72 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures coupling with the edge of the rigid printed circuits or like structures

45.

Supporting and positioning structures of server chassis

      
Application Number 16132346
Grant Number 10575431
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-09-14
First Publication Date 2020-02-25
Grant Date 2020-02-25
Owner Super Micro Computer Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Yang, Chanchi
  • Wu, Chaoching

Abstract

A supporting and positioning structure of server chassis including a metal plate combined with the chassis. A supporting body is combined at a lateral side of the mounting plate facing the server rack and includes a base and a pair of supporting plates. The base is fixed on the mounting plate, and the pair of supporting plates are arranged in parallel and at an interval so that a slot is formed therebetween. Moreover, a roller is rotatably disposed in the slot so that the chassis of the server rack can be supported and held.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/18 - Construction of rack or frame
  • A47B 88/497 - Sliding drawersSlides or guides therefor with other guiding mechanisms, e.g. scissor mechanisms

46.

BETTER. FASTER. GREENER.

      
Serial Number 88805942
Status Registered
Filing Date 2020-02-21
Registration Date 2021-09-14
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

computer hardware, namely, computer servers for use with computer networks and computer workstations maintenance of computer hardware; technical support services, namely, troubleshooting in the nature of repair of computer hardware technical support services, namely, troubleshooting in the nature of diagnosing of computer hardware and software problems

47.

BETTER FASTER GREENER

      
Serial Number 88805940
Status Registered
Filing Date 2020-02-21
Registration Date 2021-09-14
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

computer hardware, namely, computer servers for use with computer networks and computer workstations maintenance of computer hardware; technical support services, namely, troubleshooting in the nature of repair of computer hardware technical support services, namely, troubleshooting in the nature of diagnosing of computer hardware and software problems

48.

Server rack with ultra-long chassis

      
Application Number 16382111
Grant Number 10568230
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-11
First Publication Date 2020-02-18
Grant Date 2020-02-18
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor Yang, Chanchi

Abstract

A structure includes a server rack, one pair of rails and one chassis. The server rack includes supporting columns spaced apart. The rails are disposed at opposite sides of the server rack. The chassis is slidably coupled between the pair of rails; the chassis includes a bottom plate, a pair of first side plates and second side plates. The bottom plate, the first side plates and second side plates are enclosed to form an accommodating space; the first side plates are disposed at opposite sides of the bottom plate. Each second side plate connects with each first side plate and an opposite end thereof is extended to a rear side of the bottom plate at an oblique angle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack

49.

Server structure

      
Application Number 16232991
Grant Number 10568229
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-12-26
First Publication Date 2020-02-18
Grant Date 2020-02-18
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Ng, Pae Yoong
  • Ho, Pak Kai

Abstract

A server structure having a tray, a mother board, a computing device, a computing device, a plurality of slot connectors and an air shroud is provided. The mother board is stacked on the tray, and a top surface of the mother board is exposed. The computing device is arranged on the top surface of the mother board and electrically connected to the mother board. The slot connectors are arranged on the top surface of the mother board and arranged in parallel and at intervals, and the slot connectors is arranged adjacent to the computing device. The air shroud covers on the slot connectors and an external surface of the air shroud is extended toward the computing device to guide air to flow toward the computing device. Therefore, air flows through a primary heat source, the computing device namely.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
  • H05K 5/03 - Covers
  • F28F 13/00 - Arrangements for modifying heat transfer, e.g. increasing, decreasing
  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details

50.

SMCIPMITOOL

      
Serial Number 88792565
Status Registered
Filing Date 2020-02-11
Registration Date 2021-07-20
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Downloadable software for remote system and device management; downloadable software in the nature of software utilities that facilitate interfacing with remote systems and devices

51.

Switch circuit and method of operating the same

      
Application Number 16036529
Grant Number 10693458
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-07-16
First Publication Date 2020-01-16
Grant Date 2020-06-23
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor Sun, Shih-Chen

Abstract

A switch circuit includes a first conductive terminal configured to receive a first signal from a first pin of a connector, a second conductive terminal configured to receive a second signal from a second pin of the connector, a third conductive terminal electrically connected to a third pin of the connector, and a fourth conductive terminal electrically connected to a fourth pin of the connector. The third conductive terminal outputs a first power signal of a first voltage level to the third pin of the connector upon receiving the first signal, and the fourth conductive terminal outputs a second power signal of a second voltage level to the fourth pin of the connector upon receiving the second signal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H03K 17/687 - Electronic switching or gating, i.e. not by contact-making and -breaking characterised by the use of specified components by the use, as active elements, of semiconductor devices the devices being field-effect transistors
  • H01R 12/73 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures coupling with the edge of the rigid printed circuits or like structures connecting to other rigid printed circuits or like structures

52.

Server structure having detachable carrier

      
Application Number 16184826
Grant Number 10470330
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-08
First Publication Date 2019-11-05
Grant Date 2019-11-05
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Chieh-Tang
  • Shen, William

Abstract

A server structure includes a tray, a carrier and a releasing knob. The tray has an internal bottom surface, and a latch and a stopping arm are arranged thereon. The latch protrudes in the tray and parallel with the internal bottom surface. The stopping arm extends along the internal bottom surface and a stopping portion is defined thereon. The stopping portion protrudes from the internal bottom surface. The carrier for accommodating a hard disk drive is accommodated in the tray. A positioning pin for latching the hard disk drive protrudes in the carrier, a fixing hole is defined on the carrier, the latch is inserted in and latches the fixing hole, and the carrier is pressed by the stopping portion. The releasing knob is pivotally connected with the carrier and pressing the stopping arm and pivoting to press the stopping arm, and the stopping portion is thereby retracted.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • G11B 33/02 - CabinetsCasesStandsDisposition of apparatus therein or thereon

53.

Locking mechanism and server having the same

      
Application Number 15988884
Grant Number 10383248
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-06-15
First Publication Date 2019-08-13
Grant Date 2019-08-13
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Richard S.
  • Lin, Ken-Sheng
  • Chien, Shih-Hsing

Abstract

A locking mechanism and server having the same are provided. The locking structure is assembled to a rack having a positioning hole. The server including a slide rail assembly, a chassis and a locking structure. The slide rail assembly includes an outer slide rail and an inner slide rail. The chassis is fixed to one side of the inner slide rail and movable with the inner slide rail. The locking structure is fastened to the positioning hole and fixed to the inner slide rail. The locking structure includes a housing, a handle, a hook element, and a resilient element. When the handle is rotated to drive the hook element to be detached from the positioning hole, the chassis is released and movable with respect to the rack. The locking structure has a simple structural design, so costs can be reduced.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 95/00 - Fittings for furniture
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H05K 7/18 - Construction of rack or frame
  • H05K 7/16 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack on hinges or pivots

54.

Winds shroud and server using the same

      
Application Number 15881720
Grant Number 10555441
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-26
First Publication Date 2019-08-01
Grant Date 2020-02-04
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Liang, Shih-Hung
  • Su, Shao-Yu

Abstract

A wind shroud and a server using the wind shroud is provided. The wind shroud includes a cover and an arc air guide rib. The cover includes an air guide plate, two baffles connected to the air guide plate, two openings, and an air guide passage communicating between the two openings. The arc air guide rib is connected to an inner surface of the air guide plate. Two ends of the arc air guide rib are connected to respective inner surfaces of the two baffles. A length of each baffle is greater than a height of the arc air guide rib. Air flow speed is increased by using the arc air guide rib, so heat dissipation efficiency is improved.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack

55.

Automatic multi-chassis link aggregation configuration

      
Application Number 15875044
Grant Number 11245644
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-19
First Publication Date 2019-07-25
Grant Date 2022-02-08
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Jailani, Sahul Hameed Abdul Kader

Abstract

A computer network includes a server computer having communication ports that are wired to switch ports of two separate network switches. The network switches receive link aggregation control packets from the server computer, and automatically aggregate corresponding switch ports into a single logical port channel based on contents of the control packets.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04L 12/935 - Switch interfaces, e.g. port details
  • H04L 12/709 - Route fault prevention or recovery, e.g. rerouting, route redundancy, virtual router redundancy protocol [VRRP] or hot standby router protocol [HSRP] using path redundancy using M+N parallel active paths

56.

Automatic multi-chassis link aggregation configuration with link layer discovery

      
Application Number 15877026
Grant Number 11362935
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-22
First Publication Date 2019-07-25
Grant Date 2022-06-14
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (Canada)
Inventor Jailani, Sahul Hameed Abdul Kader

Abstract

A computer network includes a server computer having communication ports that are wired to switch ports of two separate network switches. The network switches receive link layer discovery protocol (LLDP) packets from other network devices, and automatically aggregate corresponding switch ports into a port channel aggregation based on the contents of the LLDP packets.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04L 41/12 - Discovery or management of network topologies
  • H04L 45/24 - Multipath
  • H04L 41/0213 - Standardised network management protocols, e.g. simple network management protocol [SNMP]
  • H04L 41/08 - Configuration management of networks or network elements
  • H04L 41/046 - Network management architectures or arrangements comprising network management agents or mobile agents therefor

57.

Adaptable storage bay for solid state drives

      
Application Number 16138793
Grant Number 10359815
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-09-21
First Publication Date 2019-07-23
Grant Date 2019-07-23
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lin, Te-Chang
  • Lam, Lawrence
  • Tang, Thompson

Abstract

A solid state drive (SSD) storage bay includes storage trays and connector cards. A storage tray has a an interposer and an SSD module. A connector of the interposer is connected to a connector of the SSD module, and another connector of the interposer is connected to a connector of a connector card. The connector card includes terminals that connect to a bus of a computer system. The interposer includes wirings that allow electrical signals to propagate between the two connectors of the interposer. The interposer includes circuitry that allow for voltage regulation of supply voltage, level shifting, and hot-swapping.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 13/38 - Information transfer, e.g. on bus
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • G06F 13/40 - Bus structure
  • H01R 12/70 - Coupling devices
  • G06F 1/26 - Power supply means, e.g. regulation thereof
  • H01R 12/73 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures coupling with the edge of the rigid printed circuits or like structures connecting to other rigid printed circuits or like structures
  • G06F 1/20 - Cooling means

58.

Server with airflow guiding structure

      
Application Number 16058789
Grant Number 10342156
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-08
First Publication Date 2019-07-02
Grant Date 2019-07-02
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Fu, Chia-Yu
  • Wu, Pei-Yu
  • Shen, William

Abstract

A server with an airflow guiding structure includes a chassis having a storage area, a computing area and a fan module installed between the storage area and the computing area. The storage area includes multiple storage modules, and the computing area includes a fan module and a motherboard electrically coupled to each storage module. The fan module has an air inlet configured to be corresponding to the storage area, an air outlet configured to be corresponsive to the computing area and an airflow guiding component with multiple airflow guiding ducts. The airflow guiding component is configured to be corresponsive to the air inlet. Therefore, the vibration of the fan module is reduced and the operation efficiency of the storage medium and the service life of the server are improved.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details

59.

Server having removable storage structure

      
Application Number 15955514
Grant Number 10317949
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-04-17
First Publication Date 2019-06-11
Grant Date 2019-06-11
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lin, Te-Chang
  • Shen, William
  • Liang, Pan-Pan

Abstract

A server having a removable storage structure is provided. The server includes a housing, a storage case and a handle structure. The housing includes a bottom plate, a first plate and a second plate. The first plate includes a guiding slot. The storage case is arranged between the first plate and the second plate. The storage case includes a support plate, a partition plate and a heat dissipating plate. The partition plate is in contact with the first plate and includes a sliding slot. The handle structure includes a first arm, a second arm, a handle, and a slide pin. The first arm is pivotally connected to the partition plate and includes a through hole. The second arm is pivotally connected to the second plate. The slide pin is inserted in the sliding slot and the guiding slot via the through hole.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution

60.

Method and system for powering multiple computer platforms in symmetric configuration

      
Application Number 16267310
Grant Number 10558252
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-02-04
First Publication Date 2019-06-06
Grant Date 2020-02-11
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor Phan, Manhtien

Abstract

Techniques pertaining to powering multiple platforms with a minimum impact on air passage in a predefined environment are disclosed. Instead of connecting each of the platforms in a chassis to a power supply therein, embodiments of the present invention uses what is referred to as cascading powering to power all platforms within minimum cable delivery. According to one embodiment of the present invention, a motherboard is disposed between two power supply units that are used to power the motherboard. The motherboard has power connectors located towards or near the power supply units so that only short cables are needed to power the platform.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 1/00 - Frameworks, boards, panels, desks, casingsDetails of substations or switching arrangements
  • G06F 1/30 - Means for acting in the event of power-supply failure or interruption, e.g. power-supply fluctuations
  • H02B 1/20 - Bus-bar or other wiring layouts, e.g. in cubicles, in switchyards
  • H04Q 1/14 - Distribution frames
  • H04Q 1/06 - Cable ducts or mountings specially adapted for exchange installations
  • H05K 3/42 - Plated through-holes
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution

61.

Composite cable assembly and server having the same

      
Application Number 15821939
Grant Number 10462928
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-11-24
First Publication Date 2019-05-30
Grant Date 2019-10-29
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Hsiao-Chung
  • Chang, Tan-Hsin
  • Lu, Chia-Cheng
  • Chen, Chih-Wei

Abstract

A composite cable assembly includes flat cables, a cable unit and fastening units. Each flat cable includes conductor assemblies and a shielding layer covering the conductor assemblies. The cable unit includes transmission lines. The transmission lines are arranged horizontally and in contact with the shielding layer of the flat cable closest to the transmission lines. The cable unit contacts the flat cable closest to the cable unit, the cable unit and each flat cable are together bent to form bent portions and extension sections connected to the bent portions. Each two fastening units are arranged spaced apart at two sides of a corresponding bent portion. Each extension section has the same length when the cable unit and each flat cable are moved in a movement direction to extend or collapse.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01B 7/08 - Flat or ribbon cables
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H05K 9/00 - Screening of apparatus or components against electric or magnetic fields
  • H01R 12/70 - Coupling devices
  • H01B 9/00 - Power cables

62.

Single-enclosure multi-drive data storage system

      
Application Number 15808831
Grant Number 11259435
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-11-09
First Publication Date 2019-05-09
Grant Date 2022-02-22
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor Chen, Hsiao-Chung

Abstract

A system includes a support frame residing within a region conforming to a 3.5-inch form-factor disk drive specification, and a plurality of data storage drives, wherein each data storage drive resides entirely within the region. Each data storage drive conforms to a 2.5-inch form-factor disk drive specification, is mounted on the support frame via at least one external mounting hole that is positioned on a surface of the data storage drive in conformance with the 2.5-inch form-factor disk drive specification, is communicatively coupled to a backplane via an electrical connection device, and the electrical connection device includes a flexible electrical connector that, when coupled to a first end of the data storage drive, does not extend beyond the region, and has a removal tab through which a removal force is exerted to urge the data storage drive away from the support frame.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H05K 7/18 - Construction of rack or frame
  • G11B 33/12 - Disposition of constructional parts in the apparatus, e.g. of power supply, of modules
  • H01R 12/79 - Coupling devices for flexible printed circuits, flat or ribbon cables or like structures connecting to rigid printed circuits or like structures

63.

Fastening device for stacking expansion cards

      
Application Number 15984412
Grant Number 10264694
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-05-20
First Publication Date 2019-04-16
Grant Date 2019-04-16
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor Lin, Te-Chang

Abstract

A fastening device for stacking expansion cards includes a fastener, a clamping member and a connection band. The fastener includes a body, the body includes a top portion and a bottom portion opposite to each other. A fastening hole is formed on the top portion along an axial direction. Multiple claws are extended from the bottom portion. The clamping member includes a clamping base, a pin, a resilient element, and a push plate driven by the resilient element to move on the clamping base. One end of the pin protrudes from the clamping base to be inserted into the fastening hole. The connection band is bendable. One end of the connection band is connected to the fastener, and the other end of the connection band is connected to the clamping member. The fastening device can fasten stacked expansion cards to a circuit board.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H05K 1/14 - Structural association of two or more printed circuits
  • H01R 12/70 - Coupling devices
  • H05K 1/11 - Printed elements for providing electric connections to or between printed circuits

64.

Drawer for receiving storage module

      
Application Number 15933195
Grant Number 10261554
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-03-22
First Publication Date 2019-04-16
Grant Date 2019-04-16
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor Lin, Te-Chang

Abstract

A drawer for receiving storage module is provided. The storage module drawer includes a case and a manual operating assembly. The manual operating assembly includes a fastener fixed to the case and includes an operating handle rotatably and pivotally connected to the fastener. The fastener includes two arms and a fastening hole penetrating the fastener. The operating handle includes an elastic engagement element fastened by the two arms. The elastic engagement element includes an extending bar and two claws connected to the extending bar. When the elastic engagement element is inserted through the fastening hole to cause the two arms to clamp the two claws, the case is prevented from being detached from a computer chassis where the drawer is mounted inside, so that the storage module drawer can be easily removed or fastened by using the manual operating assembly and has a long lifespan.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • G11B 33/12 - Disposition of constructional parts in the apparatus, e.g. of power supply, of modules
  • A47B 88/95 - Drawers characterised by the front panel characterised by connection means for the front panel
  • G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements

65.

Hot swapping technique for expansion cards

      
Application Number 16140507
Grant Number 10534409
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-09-24
First Publication Date 2019-02-21
Grant Date 2020-01-14
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor Looi, Dwight

Abstract

One embodiment of the present disclosure set forth a system for hot swapping an expansion card. The system includes a fastener mechanism for coupling an expansion card to a motherboard. The system further includes a switch for controlling voltage supply to the expansion card. When the fastener mechanism is in an activated state, the fastener mechanism secures the expansion card to the motherboard and the switch causes voltage to be supplied to the expansion card. When the fastener mechanism is in a partially activated state, the fastener mechanism secures the expansion card to the motherboard and the switch prevents voltage from being supplied to the expansion card.

IPC Classes  ?

66.

Cabinet holding structures for server

      
Application Number 15828406
Grant Number 10212841
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-11-30
First Publication Date 2019-02-19
Grant Date 2019-02-19
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wang, Kuo-Hsien
  • Lin, Ken-Sheng
  • Chen, Richard S.

Abstract

A cabinet holding structure, the slide rails are disposed on the frames and have troughs. Supporting components are assembled on ends of the slide rails. Each supporting component includes a positioning plate, a screw nut, a supporting plate, a stud and a screw bolt. The positioning plate has a through hole and is placed on the slide rail, and the supporting plate is plated on another side of the slide rail. The stud protrudes through the trough. The screw bolt passes through the trough and the through hole to be fixed by the screw nut. The chassis includes a shell and notches. The shell is positioned on the slide rails by buckling the notches and the stud together.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • A47B 88/43 - Fastening devices for slides or guides at cabinet side
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves

67.

HOT SWAPPING TECHNIQUE FOR EXPANSION CARDS

      
Application Number US2018046276
Publication Number 2019/033002
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-10
Publication Date 2019-02-14
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor Looi, Dwight

Abstract

One embodiment of the present disclosure set forth a system for hot swapping an expansion card. The system includes a fastener mechanism for coupling an expansion card to a motherboard. The system further includes a switch for controlling voltage supply to the expansion card. When the fastener mechanism is in an activated state, the fastener mechanism secures the expansion card to the motherboard and the switch causes voltage to be supplied to the expansion card. When the fastener mechanism is in a partially activated state, the fastener mechanism secures the expansion card to the motherboard and the switch prevents voltage from being supplied to the expansion card.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution

68.

Tool-less storage device adaptor tray with slider mechanism

      
Application Number 16127131
Grant Number 10957361
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-09-10
First Publication Date 2019-01-03
Grant Date 2021-03-23
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Richard
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Yang, Che-Ming

Abstract

A storage device tray has a form factor designed to support a larger storage device, and is configured to secure a small storage device, thereby acting as an adapter between storage device sizes. The storage device tray includes a sliding mechanism configured with pegs that may couple to screw holes in the storage device. The sliding mechanism also exerts a force against the storage device to secure that storage device, and may be locked to further secure that storage device. At least one advantage of this approach is that a storage device can be coupled to a storage device tray without using screws.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
  • G11B 33/02 - CabinetsCasesStandsDisposition of apparatus therein or thereon
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • G11B 33/12 - Disposition of constructional parts in the apparatus, e.g. of power supply, of modules
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle

69.

Server capable of accessing and rotating storage devices accommodated therein

      
Application Number 15960346
Grant Number 11013137
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-04-23
First Publication Date 2018-10-25
Grant Date 2021-05-18
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Richard S.
  • Wu, Chaoching

Abstract

A server capable of rotating and accessing storage devices accommodated therein includes a server chassis, a motherboard, a power supply module, two racks, and a system cooling module. The server chassis includes two side plates and an accommodating space between the two side plates. The power supply module is disposed in the accommodating space and arranged corresponding to the motherboard. The racks are arranged parallel to each other and detachably connected to the server chassis. A pivot structure and a handle for operating the rack are disposed at the rack near the motherboard. The rack is rotatable with respect to the server chassis by means of the pivot structure. The system cooling module is disposed adjacent to the rack. At least one cord passage is provided between the system cooling module and each of the side plates.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/00 - Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • G11B 33/14 - Reducing influence of physical parameters, e.g. temperature change, moisture, dust
  • G11B 33/12 - Disposition of constructional parts in the apparatus, e.g. of power supply, of modules
  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating

70.

Hot swapping technique for expansion cards

      
Application Number 15674461
Grant Number 10082842
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-10
First Publication Date 2018-09-25
Grant Date 2018-09-25
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor Looi, Dwight

Abstract

One embodiment of the present disclosure set forth a system for hot swapping an expansion card. The system includes a fastener mechanism for coupling an expansion card to a motherboard. The system further includes a switch for controlling voltage supply to the expansion card. When the fastener mechanism is in an activated state, the fastener mechanism secures the expansion card to the motherboard and the switch causes voltage to be supplied to the expansion card. When the fastener mechanism is in a partially activated state, the fastener mechanism secures the expansion card to the motherboard and the switch prevents voltage from being supplied to the expansion card.

IPC Classes  ?

71.

Server device

      
Application Number 15494140
Grant Number 10111358
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-04-21
First Publication Date 2018-08-23
Grant Date 2018-10-23
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wu, Chaoching
  • Chen, Richard S.

Abstract

A server device includes a chassis, a rail assembly, and a server. The rail assembly is fixed inside the chassis. The rail assembly includes a lateral board and a flange. The lateral board is arranged vertically, the flange protrudes from one side of the lateral board, the flange is arranged horizontally and extends horizontally in a long strip shape, a positioning flexible arm is disposed on the lateral board, and the positioning flexible arm and the flange protrude from the same side of the lateral board. The server is loaded on the flange and movable along the flange, the server includes a front portion and a rear portion opposite to the front portion. When the server is entirely received in the chassis, the front portion is fixed to one end of the rail assembly, and the positioning flexible arm is engaged with an outer surface of the rear portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/00 - Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack

72.

Slim type of screwless removable hard drive tray

      
Application Number 15493144
Grant Number 10082844
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-04-21
First Publication Date 2018-08-09
Grant Date 2018-09-25
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Yang, Jerry C.
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Chen, Richard S.

Abstract

A removable hard drive tray includes a seat, a coupling plate and a coupling arm. The seat includes a bottom plate, a first side plate and a second side plate. The first side plate has a through hole. The coupling plate is disposed in an outer side of the first side plate and has a hollow slot. The coupling arm has a pivot end and a free end. The pivot end is pivoted in the hollow slot, and the free end has a latch. The free end rotates to the hollow slot and passes the through hole. Thus the hard drive is combined in the accommodating space by an engagement of the latch and the fastening hole.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • G11B 33/12 - Disposition of constructional parts in the apparatus, e.g. of power supply, of modules
  • G11B 33/06 - CabinetsCasesStandsDisposition of apparatus therein or thereon combined with other apparatus having a different main function
  • G11B 33/14 - Reducing influence of physical parameters, e.g. temperature change, moisture, dust

73.

Carrying apparatus used for memory storage unit

      
Application Number 15494175
Grant Number 10056118
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-04-21
First Publication Date 2018-07-26
Grant Date 2018-08-21
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lu, Chia-Cheng
  • Lin, Ken-Sheng
  • Chen, Richard S.

Abstract

A carrying apparatus for clamping the side edges of a memory storage unit includes a base part, a fixed arm, and a holding arm. The base part is disposed corresponding to a first side edge of the memory storage unit and has a fixed end and a pivot end. The fixed arm extends from the fixed end of the base part. The holding arm is pivoted on the pivot end of the base part and spaced with the fixed arm. The base part has a working space in which an elastic element is disposed. The holding arm has a stop end extending into the working space. Thus, the elastic element exerts a force on the stop end such that the holding arm moves toward and clamps the third side edge of the memory storage unit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G11B 33/12 - Disposition of constructional parts in the apparatus, e.g. of power supply, of modules
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • F16B 2/10 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening external, i.e. with contracting action using pivoting jaws
  • F16B 2/18 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening using cams, levers, eccentrics, or toggles

74.

Expansion card holder

      
Application Number 15470896
Grant Number 10331181
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-27
First Publication Date 2018-07-05
Grant Date 2019-06-25
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Ng, Pae Yoong
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Chen, Richard S.
  • Ho, Pak Kai

Abstract

An expansion card holder for fixing an expansion card on a circuit board is provided. A connector is arranged on the circuit board and an end of the expansion card is coupled with the connector. The expansion card holder includes a carrier plate, a positioning buckle and a pressing block. The carrier plate is fixed on the circuit board, and multiple position holes arranged in a row are defined on the carrier plate. The positioning buckle is inserted in one of the position holes and engaged with the circuit board. The pressing block is inserted in another one of the position holes and engaged with the expansion card. The expansion card holder is thereby compatible with various sizes of expansion cards.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
  • H05K 7/00 - Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack

75.

Disk drive holding mechanism and server using the same

      
Application Number 15682302
Grant Number 10015892
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-21
First Publication Date 2018-07-03
Grant Date 2018-07-03
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chien, Shih-Hsing
  • Lin, Ken-Sheng
  • Chen, Richard S.

Abstract

A storage device holding mechanism is provided, including a holding frame and a detaching mechanism. The holding frame holds a storage device; the holding frame includes a bottom plate and includes a first side plate and a second side plate connected to the bottom plate. The detaching mechanism is assembled to one side of the first side plate and includes a push rod and a latch structure for fastening the push rod. The push rod is slidable to be fastened to the latch structure in a fastened position or to be separated from the latch structure in a detached position. When the push rod is in the fastened position, one end of the push rod is flush with one side of the holding frame. When the push rod is released from the latch structure, the push rod slides to the detached position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details

76.

Server equipment having fool-proof structure

      
Application Number 15640450
Grant Number 09967997
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-06-30
First Publication Date 2018-05-08
Grant Date 2018-05-08
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Shen, William
  • Lin, Te-Chang
  • Chen, Richard S.

Abstract

Server equipment having a fool-proof structure includes a casing and a tray. The casing includes a storage unit area, a plurality of motherboard areas, a back plate, insertion slots and a fool-proof device. The fool-proof device selectively has an engagement member at a first height or an engagement member at a second height. The tray includes a motherboard, a connection card and a protection housing. When the protection housing is in contact with the engagement member at the first height, the connection card is correspondingly inserted into the insertion slot. When the protection housing is in contact with the engagement member at the second height, the connection card is spaced from the insertion slot by a distance. Accordingly, the connection card is prevented from being inserted to a wrong insertion slot, so damage to the connection card is avoided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating

77.

Memory type range register with write-back cache strategy for NVDIMM memory locations

      
Application Number 15282945
Grant Number 10025714
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-30
First Publication Date 2018-04-05
Grant Date 2018-07-17
Owner Super Micro Computer, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Han, Donald
  • Chen, John
  • Chang, Jason

Abstract

A computer system includes a dual in-line memory module (DIMM), such as a registered DIMM (RDIMM), and a non-volatile DIMM (NVDIMM). A central processing unit (CPU) of the computer system has internal cache memory locations for caching data for the DIMM and NVDIMM. A memory type range register (MTTR) of the CPU is set for write-back cache strategy for a range of memory locations in the DIMM and NVDIMM. The computer system includes a power supply that, in the event of a power failure, triggers a hardware non-maskable interrupt (NMI) and sustains power to the CPU to allow cached data to be saved to non-volatile memory locations in the NVDIMM before the computer system completely powers down.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 12/0804 - Addressing of a memory level in which the access to the desired data or data block requires associative addressing means, e.g. caches with main memory updating
  • G06F 3/06 - Digital input from, or digital output to, record carriers

78.

Server chassis

      
Application Number 15276612
Grant Number 09967996
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-26
First Publication Date 2018-03-29
Grant Date 2018-05-08
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lin, Ken-Sheng
  • Chien, Shihhsing
  • Chen, Richard S.

Abstract

A server chassis includes a tray, two inner rails and two outer rails. The tray includes a bottom plate. Two opposite side walls extend from an edge of the bottom plate. A sliding latch is disposed at an outer side of each of the side walls. Each of the two inner walls is disposed at the outer side of the corresponding one of the two side walls. Each of the inner rails is disposed with a through slot corresponding to the sliding latch. The through slot extends longitudinally along the inner rail. The sliding latch is inserted in the through slot to be movable along the through slot. The two outer rails receive the two inner rails respectively, and each of the inner rails is movable outwardly from one end of the corresponding outer rail.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • A47B 96/07 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves adjustable in themselves
  • A47B 88/16 - with devices to prevent complete withdrawal

79.

Screw-free removable hard disk case

      
Application Number 15469489
Grant Number 09928882
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-25
First Publication Date 2018-03-27
Grant Date 2018-03-27
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Yang, Jerry C.
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Chen, Richard S.

Abstract

A screw-free removable hard disk case includes a carrier, a slide rail and a slide sheet. The carrier includes a first lateral plate and a second lateral plate which define an accommodation space, the first lateral plate is formed with an elastic arm disposed with an insertion pin; the slide rail is disposed at an outer side of the first lateral plate, and formed with a slide groove corresponding to the elastic arm; the slide sheet is combined between the slide rail and the first lateral plate with a sliding means and exposed in the slide groove, the insertion pin is pressed by the slide sheet for being inserted in a lock hole correspondingly formed on a hard disk, so that the hard disk can be combined in the accommodation space through the insertion pin and the lock hole being mutually buckled.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
  • H05K 7/00 - Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
  • G11B 33/02 - CabinetsCasesStandsDisposition of apparatus therein or thereon
  • G11B 33/14 - Reducing influence of physical parameters, e.g. temperature change, moisture, dust
  • G11B 33/04 - CabinetsCasesStandsDisposition of apparatus therein or thereon modified to store record carriers
  • G11B 33/06 - CabinetsCasesStandsDisposition of apparatus therein or thereon combined with other apparatus having a different main function

80.

Roller platform transport system

      
Application Number 15595907
Grant Number 11124358
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-05-15
First Publication Date 2018-02-22
Grant Date 2021-09-21
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wu, Chinghorng (charlie)
  • Wang, Peter

Abstract

A roller platform apparatus includes a rigid plate, a set of bearings mounted on the rigid plate, and a set of one or more bars attached to the rigid plate. The set of bars is configured to restrict movement of a load into a space between the set of bearings and lower than the height of the one of more bars, and the height of the one or more bars is lower than the height of the first set of bearings and higher than the rigid plate. At least one advantage in this approach is that an equipment rack can be transported without the use of casters that are permanently attached to the equipment rack.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 88/12 - Large containers rigid specially adapted for transport
  • B65D 88/54 - Large containers characterised by means facilitating filling or emptying
  • B65G 39/02 - Adaptations of individual rollers and supports therefor
  • B65G 7/04 - Rollers
  • B65D 90/00 - Component parts, details or accessories for large containers
  • B65D 13/00 - Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of the same material, other than metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor

81.

Server having light-emitting cover

      
Application Number 15357572
Grant Number 09854696
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-21
First Publication Date 2017-12-26
Grant Date 2017-12-26
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lin, Jenglung
  • Chen, Richard S.

Abstract

A server having a light-emitting cover includes a frame, a cover assembly and at least one pogo pin connector. The frame includes an opening and at least one recess adjacent to the opening. The recess includes an electrical contact inside. The cover assembly includes a cover plate and a light emitting module fixed to the cover plate. The cover plate covers the opening. The pogo pin connector is installed on the cover plate and is electrically connected to the light-emitting module. The pogo pin connector is detachably engaged in the recess and is in contact with the electrical contact. Accordingly, the cover assembly provides a light indication, provides an attractive appearance, and can be detached or assembled easily.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • F21V 19/00 - Fastening of light sources or lamp holders
  • F21V 8/00 - Use of light guides, e.g. fibre optic devices, in lighting devices or systems
  • F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
  • F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]

82.

Server chassis rail

      
Application Number 15256555
Grant Number 09814158
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-03
First Publication Date 2017-11-07
Grant Date 2017-11-07
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lin, Ken-Sheng
  • Chien, Shihhsing
  • Chen, Richard S.

Abstract

A server chassis rail includes a guide plate. The guide plate is of a strip shape. Two sides of the guide plate have two troughs arranged opposite to each other in parallel and spaced apart relationship. Multiple plastic slide sleeves are disposed in the two opposing troughs, and each of the slide sleeves protrudes from an inner surface of the corresponding trough. Production costs are reduced by utilizing the plastic slide sleeves instead of rollers.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • H05K 7/18 - Construction of rack or frame

83.

Automatic configuration of a network switch in a multi-chassis link aggregation group

      
Application Number 15265719
Grant Number 10454766
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-14
First Publication Date 2017-10-26
Grant Date 2019-10-22
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor Jailani, Sahul Hameed Abdul Kader

Abstract

Various embodiments set forth a method for automatically configuring a multi-chassis link aggregation group (MLAG), including receiving first system information associated with the MLAG, receiving a first discovery packet via a first uplink port associated with a first switch that is included in the MLAG, where the first discovery packet includes second system information associated with the MLAG, determining whether the first system information matches the second system information, where if the first system information matches the second system information, then concluding that the first uplink port is included in an inter peer link connecting the first switch to a second switch that also is included in the MLAG, and if the first system information does not match the second system information, then concluding that the first uplink port is not included in the inter peer link. Advantageously, the method avoids requiring a user to enter hundreds of commands manually.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 15/16 - Combinations of two or more digital computers each having at least an arithmetic unit, a program unit and a register, e.g. for a simultaneous processing of several programs
  • H04L 12/24 - Arrangements for maintenance or administration
  • H04L 12/40 - Bus networks
  • H04L 12/413 - Bus networks with decentralised control with random access, e.g. carrier-sense multiple-access with collision detection [CSMA-CD]
  • H04L 12/709 - Route fault prevention or recovery, e.g. rerouting, route redundancy, virtual router redundancy protocol [VRRP] or hot standby router protocol [HSRP] using path redundancy using M+N parallel active paths

84.

Server disk drive holder assembly

      
Application Number 15283297
Grant Number 09801299
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-01
First Publication Date 2017-10-24
Grant Date 2017-10-24
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Richard S.
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Yang, Jerry C.

Abstract

A server disk drive holder assembly includes an outer tray, an inner tray and a latch arm. The outer tray includes a locking hole. The inner tray overlaps on the outer tray. The inner tray is movable with respect to the outer tray. The inner tray includes a fastening hole. A latch arm is pivotally disposed on an outer side of the outer tray. The latch arm includes a hook portion. When the locking hole is aligned with the fastening hole, the hook portion is inserted through the locking hole to be engaged with the fastening hole. A disk drive can be clamped between the outer tray and the inner tray. By utilizing the movable latch arm to fasten the outer tray and the inner tray, the disk drive can be quickly mounted and dismounted.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details
  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution

85.

Low capacity latency storage enclosure with expander

      
Application Number 15132145
Grant Number 10082963
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-04-18
First Publication Date 2017-10-19
Grant Date 2018-09-25
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Tseng, Kelvin
  • Shih, Trina
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Chen, Richard

Abstract

A storage enclosure includes a plurality of hard drive sub-boards, each configured to include a plurality of hard drives. Each hard drive sub-board is coupled to one or more expanders, via and interface unit, with a set of dual-pass shielded cables. The expander includes a plurality of chipsets coupled to a complex logic device. Each chipset may communicate with a different subset of hard drives with potentially different timing characteristics. The dual-pass shielded cables may be arranged to mitigate these differences. In addition, pin assignments associated with the cables may be set in order to further mitigate the timing differences.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/06 - Digital input from, or digital output to, record carriers
  • G06F 13/40 - Bus structure
  • G06F 13/38 - Information transfer, e.g. on bus

86.

Storage enclosure with daisy-chained sideband signal routing and distributed logic devices

      
Application Number 15132158
Grant Number 10372364
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-04-18
First Publication Date 2017-10-19
Grant Date 2019-08-06
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Hsiao, Rs
  • Tseng, Kelvin
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Chen, Richard

Abstract

A storage enclosure includes a plurality of hard drive sub-boards, each configured to include a plurality of hard drives. A local logic device manages each hard drive sub-board. A master logic device manages the local logic devices. The master logic device receives management commands from a host computer system coupled to the storage enclosure, and routes those commands to specific local logic devices. The local logic devices then relay the commands to specifically targeted hard drives. Thus, each hard drive within the storage enclosure can be independently controlled, allowing a single hard drive to be powered down without powering down other hard drives in the enclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/06 - Digital input from, or digital output to, record carriers
  • G11B 33/12 - Disposition of constructional parts in the apparatus, e.g. of power supply, of modules
  • G11B 33/02 - CabinetsCasesStandsDisposition of apparatus therein or thereon
  • G06F 1/26 - Power supply means, e.g. regulation thereof
  • G06F 1/3234 - Power saving characterised by the action undertaken
  • G06F 1/3287 - Power saving characterised by the action undertaken by switching off individual functional units in the computer system
  • G11B 19/20 - DrivingStartingStoppingControl thereof

87.

Technique for reordering hard drive activation reports to achieve sequential hard drive ordering

      
Application Number 15132162
Grant Number 09971606
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-04-18
First Publication Date 2017-10-19
Grant Date 2018-05-15
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Tseng, Kelvin
  • Shih, Trina
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Chen, Richard

Abstract

A storage enclosure includes a plurality of hard drives coupled to a logic device that, in turn communicates with an operating system (OS) executing on a host computer system. When the storage enclosure is powered on, the hard drives become active at different times and transmit activation reports to the logic device in a random order. The logic device receives these activation reports, and then reorders then to align with the bay numbers where the hard drives are mounted. The logic device then transmits the reordered activation reports, and the OS assigns logical IDs to the hard drives that match the bay numbers.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 9/44 - Arrangements for executing specific programs

88.

Low capacity latency storage enclosure with logic device

      
Application Number 15132135
Grant Number 10296228
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-04-18
First Publication Date 2017-10-19
Grant Date 2019-05-21
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Tseng, Kelvin
  • Shih, Trina
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Chen, Richard

Abstract

A storage enclosure includes a plurality of hard drive sub-boards, each configured to include a plurality of hard drives. Each hard drive sub-board is coupled to one or more expanders, via and interface unit, with a set of dual-pass shielded cables. The expander includes a plurality of chipsets coupled to a complex logic device. Each chipset may communicate with a different subset of hard drives with potentially different timing characteristics. The dual-pass shielded cables may be arranged to mitigate these differences. In addition, pin assignments associated with the cables may be set in order to further mitigate the timing differences.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/06 - Digital input from, or digital output to, record carriers
  • G06F 13/40 - Bus structure
  • G06F 13/20 - Handling requests for interconnection or transfer for access to input/output bus
  • G06F 13/16 - Handling requests for interconnection or transfer for access to memory bus

89.

Server chassis

      
Application Number 15192354
Grant Number 09699931
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-24
First Publication Date 2017-07-04
Grant Date 2017-07-04
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Richard S.
  • Wu, Chaoching

Abstract

A server chassis includes a first tray, a second tray, a position latch and a position cam. The second tray and the first tray are pivoted with each other. The position latch is fixed on the first tray and moved accompany with the first tray. A protrusion and a first engaging structure are formed at an edge of the position latch. The position cam is pivoted on the second tray. An actuating nose and a second engaging structure are formed at an edge of the position cam. The actuating nose is located in a moving interval of the protrusion. The second engaging structure and the first engaging structure are contour matched with each other. Thereby, the position cam can be rotated to self-lock or self-unlock the position latch.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/16 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack on hinges or pivots
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • G11B 33/12 - Disposition of constructional parts in the apparatus, e.g. of power supply, of modules

90.

Method and system for powering multiple computer platforms in symmetric configuration

      
Application Number 15444836
Grant Number 10198055
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-28
First Publication Date 2017-06-15
Grant Date 2019-02-05
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor Phan, Manhtien

Abstract

Techniques pertaining to powering multiple platforms with a minimum impact on air passage in a predefined environment are disclosed. Instead of connecting each of the platforms in a chassis to a power supply therein, embodiments of the present invention uses what is referred to as cascading powering to power all platforms within minimum cable delivery. According to one embodiment of the present invention, a motherboard is disposed between two power supply units that are used to power the motherboard. The motherboard has power connectors located towards or near the power supply units so that only short cables are needed to power the platform.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 1/00 - Frameworks, boards, panels, desks, casingsDetails of substations or switching arrangements
  • G06F 1/30 - Means for acting in the event of power-supply failure or interruption, e.g. power-supply fluctuations
  • H02B 1/20 - Bus-bar or other wiring layouts, e.g. in cubicles, in switchyards
  • H04Q 1/14 - Distribution frames
  • H04Q 1/06 - Cable ducts or mountings specially adapted for exchange installations
  • H05K 3/42 - Plated through-holes
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution

91.

Converter

      
Application Number 14932969
Grant Number 09652000
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-11-05
First Publication Date 2017-05-11
Grant Date 2017-05-16
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Richard S.
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Ng, Pae Yoong
  • Shih, Hsin-Yun

Abstract

A converter includes a connecting block and multiple conversion modules corresponsive to each positioning slot. The connecting block has multiple positioning slots. Each conversion module includes a printed circuit board, and a positioning notched edge formed at an edge of the printed circuit board, and at least a portion of each printed circuit board is accommodated into the corresponsive positioning slot, and each positioning notched edge is latched and coupled to an edge of the corresponsive positioning slot, and each printed circuit board has a first connector and a second connector electrically connected to the first connector, and both of the first connector and the second connector are configured on both sides of the connecting block respectively.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution

92.

Top-load HDD server

      
Application Number 15058611
Grant Number 09625959
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-03-02
First Publication Date 2017-04-18
Grant Date 2017-04-18
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Richard S.
  • Wu, Chaoching

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a top-load HDD server including: a partition plate arranged in a containing space of a case to divide the containing space into a plurality of hard disk chambers and a system chamber; a mother board arranged at a bottom of the system chamber; a power supply frame including a power control board and a power carrier; the power carrier includes a movable frame and a fixed frame, the movable frame is arranged on the power control board and removable, and thereby improves cable management and maintenance.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details
  • H05K 7/18 - Construction of rack or frame
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • G06F 1/20 - Cooling means

93.

Method and system for powering multiple computer platforms in symmetric configuration

      
Application Number 12870831
Grant Number 09583918
Status In Force
Filing Date 2010-08-29
First Publication Date 2017-02-28
Grant Date 2017-02-28
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor Phan, Manhtien

Abstract

Techniques pertaining to powering multiple platforms with a minimum impact on air passage in a predefined environment are disclosed. Instead of connecting each of the platforms in a chassis to a power supply therein, the present invention uses what is referred to as cascading powering to power all platforms within minimum cable delivery. According to one embodiment of the present invention, a power supply is disposed between two groups of platforms and powers them at the same time. At least one of the platforms has a power connector located towards or near the power supply so that only a short cable is needed to power the platform.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 1/20 - Bus-bar or other wiring layouts, e.g. in cubicles, in switchyards
  • H04Q 1/14 - Distribution frames
  • H04Q 1/06 - Cable ducts or mountings specially adapted for exchange installations
  • H05K 3/42 - Plated through-holes

94.

Tool-less storage device adaptor tray with spring mechanism

      
Application Number 14802959
Grant Number 09648775
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-07-17
First Publication Date 2017-01-19
Grant Date 2017-05-09
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Richard
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Yang, Che-Ming

Abstract

A storage device tray has a form factor designed to support a larger storage device, and is configured to secure a small storage device, thereby acting as an adapter between storage device sizes. The storage device tray includes a clip configured with pegs that may couple to screw hole sin the storage device. The clip also exerts a force against the storage device to secure that storage device. At least one advantage of this approach is that a storage device can be coupled to a storage device tray without using screws.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle

95.

Tool-less storage device adaptor tray with slider mechanism

      
Application Number 14802961
Grant Number 10074403
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-07-17
First Publication Date 2017-01-19
Grant Date 2018-09-11
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Richard
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Yang, Che-Ming

Abstract

A storage device tray has a form factor designed to support a larger storage device, and is configured to secure a small storage device, thereby acting as an adapter between storage device sizes. The storage device tray includes a sliding mechanism configured with pegs that may couple to screw holes in the storage device. The sliding mechanism also exerts a force against the storage device to secure that storage device, and may be locked to further secure that storage device. At least one advantage of this approach is that a storage device can be coupled to a storage device tray without using screws.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/00 - Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
  • G11B 33/02 - CabinetsCasesStandsDisposition of apparatus therein or thereon
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack

96.

Server capable of accessing and rotating storage devices accommodated therein

      
Application Number 15232638
Grant Number 09955606
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-08-09
First Publication Date 2016-12-01
Grant Date 2018-04-24
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Richard S.
  • Wu, Chaoching

Abstract

A server capable of rotating and accessing storage devices accommodated therein includes a server chassis, a motherboard, a power supply module, two racks, and a system cooling module. The server chassis includes two side plates and an accommodating space between the two side plates. The power supply module is disposed in the accommodating space and arranged corresponding to the motherboard. The racks are arranged parallel to each other and detachably connected to the server chassis. A pivot structure and a handle for operating the rack are disposed at the rack near the motherboard. The rack is rotatable with respect to the server chassis by means of the pivot structure. The system cooling module is disposed adjacent to the rack. At least one cord passage is provided between the system cooling module and each of the side plates.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/00 - Constructional details common to different types of electric apparatus
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • G11B 33/12 - Disposition of constructional parts in the apparatus, e.g. of power supply, of modules
  • G11B 33/14 - Reducing influence of physical parameters, e.g. temperature change, moisture, dust

97.

Surrounding-buckle type mobile hard drive rack

      
Application Number 14929796
Grant Number 09497879
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-11-02
First Publication Date 2016-10-13
Grant Date 2016-11-15
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Richard S.
  • Lin, Ken-Sheng
  • Wang, Kuo-Hsien

Abstract

A hard drive rack includes a frame. The frame includes a plurality of plates surrounding to form an accommodating space and at least one insertion opening. The plates include a bottom plate, a cover plate, and a supporting plate. The latch arm of the actuator assembly includes a first buckle part and is pivotally connected to the frame. The buckle arm includes a pivotal end and a hooking end, the buckle arm connects to the bottom plate through the pivotal end and is able to pivotally rotate. The hooking end is formed with a second buckle part which is selectively blocked by the first buckle part to encircle the insertion opening.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • F16B 2/18 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening using cams, levers, eccentrics, or toggles

98.

MICROBLADE

      
Serial Number 87190187
Status Registered
Filing Date 2016-09-30
Registration Date 2017-04-25
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, INC. ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Computer hardware, namely, motherboards; computer servers for use with computer networks and computer workstations; computer system comprised of clustering multiple computer servers, motherboards and computer memories sold together as a unit; computer server systems consisting of motherboards, computer chassis, central processing units, memory modules, memory cards, hard drives, power supplies and system internal cooling fans for computers, sold together as a unit; computer operating programs with accompanying documentation distributed therewith; computer software for providing and managing access to computer software and hardware on other servers among multiple computer servers; computer software for monitoring, managing, maintaining, configuring and preventing and reacting to failure of computer servers

99.

Surrounding-buckle type mobile hard drive rack

      
Application Number 14681466
Grant Number 09392719
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-04-08
First Publication Date 2016-07-12
Grant Date 2016-07-12
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Richard S.
  • Lin, Ken-Sheng
  • Lu, Chia-Cheng

Abstract

A hard drive rack includes a frame and a buckle arm. The frame includes a plurality of plates and at least one insertion opening. A buckle trough is formed on the plates at a side of the insertion opening. The plates include a bottom plate, a cover plate, and a supporting plate. The buckle arm is pivotally connected to a side of the frame and one end thereof is able to pivotally rotate through pivotally connecting to the frame. The other end of the buckle arm is formed with an elastic insertion plate which is selectively blocked by the buckle trough to be inserted into the insertion opening.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • F16B 2/10 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening external, i.e. with contracting action using pivoting jaws

100.

Loading mechanism of storage device

      
Application Number 14699098
Grant Number 09360902
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-04-29
First Publication Date 2016-06-07
Grant Date 2016-06-07
Owner SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Yang, Che-Ming Jerry
  • Liang, Lawrence H.
  • Chen, Richard S.

Abstract

A loading mechanism of a storage device for accommodating a hard drive has a loading body and a second supporting arm. The loading body includes a loading base, a first supporting arm extending from one end of the loading base, and an assembling part provided on the loading base. The second supporting arm is laterally and slidably connected to another end of the loading base, and is disposed correspondingly to the first supporting arm. One end of the second supporting arm includes a stand disposed on the loading base and a sliding member disposed on the stand. The sliding member has an elastic engaging part being able to detachably connect to the assembling part. Therefore, the goal of quickly replacing hard disk without using any screws can be achieved.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G12B 9/00 - Housing or supporting of instruments or other apparatus
  • G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
  • F16B 2/12 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening external, i.e. with contracting action using sliding jaws
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