Patent ID: 7646600
Filing Date: 2010-01-12
Classification: H05K,Y10T

Abstract:
1. An assembly to enhance structural integrity and prevent interface deflection in a computer rack having a midplane and capable of housing a plurality of nodes, said assembly comprising: at least one structural filler book capable of being disposed above or below said midplane where any node may be disposed having geometry and material properties to resist and counteract the plugging force of said node and causing a cancellation effect; said filler book having at least two horizontal supports being connected to one another via a vertical support and a plenum for directing air flow; and said filler book being secured to said rack or midplane via an engagement component disposed on one of said two horizontal supports; said engagement component having a complementary air duct such that when said filler book and said engagement component are engaged and secured in said rack, said air duct and said plenum align to provide a tuned path of air to be delivered to electronic components plugged to said rack and midplane.