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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 12, 2018
Filed:
Nov. 30, 2011
Wojciech Szeremeta, Mission Viejo, CA (US);
Brian S. Nihei, Fountain Valley, CA (US);
Steven T. Peng, Irvine, CA (US);
Wojciech Szeremeta, Mission Viejo, CA (US);
Brian S. Nihei, Fountain Valley, CA (US);
Steven T. Peng, Irvine, CA (US);
WESTERN DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC., Irvine, CA (US);
Abstract
The embodiments provide a rugged enclosure for an external drive. The enclosure is configured to provide shock protection and protect the external drive from contaminants. The enclosure may be provided with a set of cushions and spacers to accommodate different sizes and types of external drives. In addition, the enclosure may comprise a port that allows for use of the external drive while enclosed. Furthermore, the enclosure may comprise a retaining feature like a loop or lanyard that allows the enclosure to be easily transported and secured.