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A mobile office system includes a folding rack system for integrating with a computer system including a portable computer and peripheral components. The folding rack system includes a first shelf for supporting a portable computer and a port replicator, and a second shelf for supporting one or more

A mobile office system includes a folding rack system for integrating with a computer system including a portable computer and peripheral components. The folding rack system includes a first shelf for supporting a portable computer and a port replicator, and a second shelf for supporting one or more peripheral components. A connecting structure is provided for coupling the first shelf and the second shelf, wherein the connecting structure moves the second shelf between a stowage position and a computer operating position. The computer, port replicator and peripheral component can remain attached to the folding rack system when in the stowage position and when stowed in a carrying case. A retaining mechanism is coupled to the connecting structure for retaining the second shelf in an intermediate position between the stowage position and the operating position. A cable for connecting the portable computer and the peripheral components is embedded into the connecting structure.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An apparatus for integrating a portable computer and a computer peripheral element in a mobile office system, said apparatus comprising:a first shelf for supporting the portable computer;a second shelf for supporting the computer peripheral element;a connecting structure

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An apparatus for integrating a portable computer and a computer peripheral element in a mobile office system, said apparatus comprising:a first shelf for supporting the portable computer;a second shelf for supporting the computer peripheral element;a connecting structure for coupling said first shelf to said second shelf and for moving said second shelf to an intermediate position between a stowage position and a system operating position; anda retaining mechanism coupled to said connecting structure for retaining said second shelf in the intermediate position. [22.] An apparatus for integrating a portable computer and a computer peripheral element in a mobile office system, said apparatus comprising:a first shelf for supporting the portable computer;a second shelf for supporting the computer peripheral element;a connecting structure for coupling said first shelf to said second shelf and for moving said second shelf between a stowage position and a system operating position; anda cable for communicatively coupling the portable computer and the computer peripheral element, said cable is embedded into said connecting structure.