Portable computer with strap connectors

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1998-03-25

2000-12-19

Tolin, Gerald

Electricity: electrical systems and devices

Housing or mounting assemblies with diverse electrical...

For electronic systems and devices

361683, 2481884, 224614, 224616, 224615, 174 50, G06F 116, H05K 500

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061634506

ABSTRACT:
A portable computer is provided that has a monitor pivotally mounted onto a main body. The base of the main body have holes that can receive a fastener. On the sides of the main body are receptacles that are positioned near a corresponding hole in the base of the main body of the computer.
An L-shaped member forms a connector that allows a strap to be attached to the portable computer to allow the computer to be more easily transported. The L shaped member has a bore on one leg and a boss on the other leg. To attach the connector the boss is inserted into a receptacle in the side of the main body and the bore of the connector is aligned over a hole in the base of the main body. Then, a fastener is inserted through the bore and into the hole in the base of the main body.
On a portion of the connector is a bail shaped member that forms a chute between the member and the connector. A strap can be attached to the bail shaped member to simplify the transporting of the portable computer. Additionally, the bail shaped member can be used to tilt the portable computer up at an angle more convenient for use by a user.
With the connectors of the present invention it is possible to more quickly ready a portable computer for transport and possible to eliminate the need for a separate tilting device. Additionally, by looping the strap around one's neck, a user can use the portable computer while walking without fear of dropping the computer. This design is ideal for operating the portable computer while performing multiple short distance moves. If a user is in a hurry, the strap need not be removed during use and the portable computer can simply be slung over a shoulder when quick movement is again required.

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