Patent ID: 7619852
Filing Date: 2009-11-17
Classification: G11B

Abstract:
1. A data storage device comprising: a circuit board including a first ground node, wherein the circuit board forms a hole; a shield comprising a contact point; and a base fastened to the circuit board and the shield, with the circuit board interposed between the shield and the base, the base comprising a second ground node, a first conductive post extending from the base in the direction of the circuit board and a second conductive post extending from the base in the direction of the circuit board and through the hole in the circuit board, wherein the first ground node is placed in electrical contact with the second ground node via the first conductive post, wherein the contact point of the shield is placed in electrical contact with the second ground node via the second conductive post, wherein the first and second conductive posts are non-fastening structures, and wherein the second conductive post is not in physical contact with the circuit board.