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A modular computer chassis for both rack mounting and free standing use comprising a housing adapted for receipt of a plurality of computer modules in a secured array. The modules are selectively accessible only through a cover panel door which may be locked to secure the integrity of the array. The

A modular computer chassis for both rack mounting and free standing use comprising a housing adapted for receipt of a plurality of computer modules in a secured array. The modules are selectively accessible only through a cover panel door which may be locked to secure the integrity of the array. The modules are mounted in the chassis on individual slides which afford alignment and stability in the assembly thereof. Additionally, the modularity affords interchangeability with rack-mounted systems for maximizing the efficiency of operation and the effectiveness of installation and service. Problems within the system can thus be addressed by removing and replacing individual modules in a configuration which affords reliability and easy access.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A computer chassis comprising:a housing having a frontal region and a plurality of compartments, said plurality of compartments for receiving modules therein, said housing further including generally planar first and second sides, with said first side being removably atta

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A computer chassis comprising:a housing having a frontal region and a plurality of compartments, said plurality of compartments for receiving modules therein, said housing further including generally planar first and second sides, with said first side being removably attachable to at least one of a base and a rack, and said second side being removably attachable to the rack, such that when said first side is attached to the base said housing is free standing and when said first and second sides are attached to the rack said housing is rack mounted;at least one module for receipt within one of said plurality of compartments of said housing, said module being constructed for containing computer components;means for mounting said at least one module within at least one of said plurality of compartments for receipt of a module;means for securing a module within said compartment of said housing;a cover panel for said frontal region of said housing;locking means for securing said cover panel to said housing and preventing the unauthorized entry therethrough; andsaid means for securing a module being disposed within said housing in regions thereof accessible only through said cover panel, whereby access to all modules of said chassis requires initial access through said cover panel.