Patent ID: 6249671
Filing Date: 2001-06-19
Classification: H04W

Abstract:
An enclosure for a computer device, comprising:a substantially sealed pan configured for placement within a structural member defining a substantially planar surface adjacent a room space and a building space, the pan defining an enclosure space for housing the computer device inside the building space, such that the pan does not extend substantially into the room space when the pan is received within the structural member, the pan further defining a smoke barrier between the room space and the building space, the pan comprising;a cable receptacle for receiving one or more cables for connecting the computer device to a computer network;a plate attachable to the pan for mounting the computer device within the enclosure space for maintaining a ventilation space between the computer device and the pan; anda ventilated cover for ventilation of the computer device attachable to the pan and comprising an outer surface that is substantially flush with the planar surface when the cover is attached to the pan such that the outer surface of the cover does not extend substantially into the room space when the cover is attached to the pan.