Patent ID: 6826056
Filing Date: 2004-11-30
Classification: G11B

Abstract:
A system for use with a data storage device adapted to mount to a chassis, the chassis defining multiple case slots, each of the cage slots being adapted to receive a data storage device, said system comprising:a filler carrier having a bezel, said bezel including a first snap configured to move between a latched position and an unlatched position such that, in said latched position, said snap facilitates secure mounting of said filler carrier to a chassis by forming interference fit with the chassis and, in said unlatched position, said snap facilitates removal of said filler carrier from the chassis, said filler carrier lacking a data storage device; wherein said filler carrier includes a frame and at least one beam, said frame extending from said bezel and being adapted to engage a chassis such that engagement of the chassis with said frame maintains an orientation of said filler carrier relative to the chassis when said filler carrier is mounted to said chassis, said at least one beam contacting said frame and being positioned to prevent mounting of a data storage device to said filler carrier.