Patent ID: 7551434
Filing Date: 2009-06-23
Classification: G06F

Abstract:
1. A mounting apparatus for a data storage device, the storage device defining at least one hole in a sidewall thereof, the mounting apparatus comprising: a bracket configured to accommodate the storage device, the bracket comprising a side panel corresponding to the sidewall of the storage device; and defining at least one through hole therein corresponding to the hole of the storage device; a positioning plate extending perpendicularly from the side panel defining a generally slanted sliding groove; the sliding groove comprising one end neighboring the side panel and the other end positioned away from the side panel; and a securing plate configured to fix the storage device, at least one post extending from a surface of the securing plate corresponding to the hole of the storage device; and a pole combined with the securing plate with one end thereof pivotably attached to the bracket, and the other end manipulated to slide in the sliding groove for driving the securing plate to move towards or away from the side panel of the bracket for extending or disengaging the at least one post into or from the at least one hole of the storage device.