Patent ID: 9226426
Filing Date: 2015-12-29
Classification: H05K,Y10T

Abstract:
1. An electronic device console, comprising: a console body that houses a chip package; a duct extending from the console body, wherein an interior volume of the duct is in fluid communication with an interior volume of the console body; a first vent at a distal end of the duct; and a second vent in a wall of the console body; wherein the console is structured and arranged to be oriented in a first orientation and a second orientation; the duct functions as a chimney for natural convection cooling of the chip package when the console is oriented in the first orientation; the console body functions as a chimney for natural convection cooling of the chip package when the console is oriented in the second orientation; the console comprises a plurality of feet structured and arranged to support the console on a surface in the first orientation and the second orientation; and at least one of the plurality of feet is on the duct; and wherein the console is devoid of a fan.