Patent ID: 6446817
Filing Date: 2002-09-10
Classification: G11B

Abstract:
A storage unit for storing various types of tape cartridges comprising:a frame structure including a top wall, a bottom wall, a back wall, a right side wall, and a left side wall; said back wall containing at least one slot formed therein; said right and left side walls each having at least one groove formed therein; a plurality of shelves; and means for releasably securing said shelves within said slot and grooves wherein said releasably securing means includes at least one tab and two flanges located on said shelf, said tab fitting into said slot and each of said flanges fitting into one of said grooves, said tab having a reduced portion and an enlarged end, wherein said enlarged end of said tab snaps into and through said slot with said enlarged end resting beyond said back wall to form an interference fit with said slot.