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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 09, 2025
Filed:
Sep. 19, 2024
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Tokyo, JP;
Shogo Terakawa, Chiba, JP;
CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA, Tokyo, JP;
Abstract
An image forming apparatus includes a casing, a connector, and a cover member. The casing including a first and second outer wall portions. The connector is provided inside of the casing and electrically connectable with the external unit. The cover member is attachable to and detachable from the casing. The first outer wall portion includes a first opening configured to expose a connection terminal of the connector. The second outer wall portion includes a second opening configured to expose a component provided inside of the casing. The cover member includes a first cover portion covering the first opening in a state where the cover member is attached to the casing, and a second cover portion formed integrally with the first cover portion and configured to cover the second opening when the cover member is attached to the casing.