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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 22, 1998
Filed:
Oct. 08, 1997
Timothy Radloff, Austin, TX (US);
Stephen Cook, Georgetown, TX (US);
Dell Computer Corporation, Round Rock, TX (US);
Abstract
A computer system includes a plate for mounting in a chassis. The plate slides into the chassis and is retained therein by a snap-in connection. An interlock device is provided for interlocking the plate and chassis. The device includes a first portion having a first end engaged with the plate and a second portion connected to a second end. The second portion extends angularly relative to the first portion and is engaged with the plate. An interlock member extends from the first portion and through an opening formed in the plate for engagement with the chassis. A pinch and pull motion removes the plate from the chassis.