System to improve an in-line memory module

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9537237
APP PUB NO 20140098482A1
SERIAL NO

14106824

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A system to improve an in-line memory module may include an edging carried by the in-line memory module to stiffen, support, protect, and/or aid in handling the in-line memory module. The system may also include guide ribs carried by the edging to facilitate positioning of the in-line memory module during installation. In one embodiment, the system includes a heat spreader to aid in cooling a plurality of heat sources carried by the in-line memory module. The system may further include a compliant member to regulate the heat spreader's positioning relative to the plurality of heat sources.

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  • INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Brandon, Mark A Poughkeepsie, US 20 162
Canfield, Shawn Poughkeepsie, US 35 170
Edwards, David L Poughkeepsie, US 78 1672
Genest, Robert R Poughkeepsie, US 25 121
Kemink, Randall G Poughkeepsie, US 18 280
Mullady, Robert K Highland, US 95 867
Torok, John G Poughkeepsie, US 83 518

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