Patent ID: 6952343
Filing Date: 2005-10-04
Classification: G06F

Abstract:
1. A functional expansion apparatus for connecting an electronic apparatus having a first connector, to an external apparatus that expands a function of the electronic apparatus, said functional expansion apparatus comprising: a frame movable between a first position and a second position; a connector cover including a second connector connectible to the first connector, said connector cover moving with said frame so that the first and second connectors are connected to each other when said frame is located at the first position, and the first and second connectors are disconnected from each other when said frame is located at the second position; and a lock part that locks the electronic apparatus in a case where said frame is located at the first position, and for unlocking the electronic apparatus in a case where said frame is located at the second position; wherein said frame has a groove that moves said connector cover close to and apart from the electronic apparatus, and said connector cover has a projection that moves along the groove.