Portable computer case with integrated storage features

Abstract

A case configured to be interconnected to a portable computer is presented. The case is configured to selectively retain at least one peripheral device. In various embodiments, the case comprises internal storage compartments and features, at least some of which are operable to be store and house devices that are in communication with one another or with a portable computer to which the case is connected.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A storage case that is operable to be connected to an electronic device, the case comprising:
 a base member operable to connect to the electronic device;   a rotatable cover member comprising an internal storage area with a plurality of internal storage features;   at least one of the internal storage features comprising a partially-open compartment having sidewall extending from the rotatable cover member such that at least one physical connection is operable to extend to and from an internal area of the at least one internal storage feature;   a port hub comprising at least one port that is accessible from an exterior of the case and wherein the port hub is electrically connected to the electronic device;   wherein the cover member is rotatable relative to the base member about a hinge and is rotatable between a first position comprising a substantially closed position, and a second position comprising an open position wherein the plurality of internal storage features are accessible to a user.   
     
     
         2 . The storage case of  claim 1 , wherein at least one of the internal storage features comprises a gap or aperture that is operable to receive at least one of a cord and a wire. 
     
     
         3 . The storage case of  claim 1 , wherein the electronic device comprises a personal laptop computer. 
     
     
         4 . The storage case of  claim 1 , further comprising a port hub and wherein the port hub comprises a plurality of ports for receiving a physical connection to a device provided within the case. 
     
     
         5 . The storage case of  claim 1 , wherein at least one of the internal storage features comprises a selectively removable silicon rubber restraint member. 
     
     
         6 . The storage case of  claim 1 , further comprising a hinge support member to limit an amount of rotation of the electronic device. 
     
     
         7 . A storage case that is operable to be connected to an electronic device, the case comprising:
 a base member operable to connect to the electronic device;   a rotatable cover member comprising an internal storage area with a plurality of internal storage features;   at least one of the internal storage features comprising a partially-open compartment having sidewall extending from the rotatable cover member such that at least one physical connection is operable to extend to and from an internal area of the at least one internal storage compartment;   wherein the cover member is rotatable relative to the base member about at least one hinge and is rotatable between a first position comprising a substantially closed position, and a second position comprising an open position wherein the plurality of internal storage compartments are accessible to a user.   
     
     
         8 . The storage case of  claim 7 , wherein at least one of the internal storage features comprises a gap or aperture that is operable to receive at least one of a cord and a wire. 
     
     
         9 . The storage case of  claim 7 , wherein the electronic device comprises a personal laptop computer. 
     
     
         10 . The storage case of  claim 7 , wherein the port hub comprises a plurality of ports for receiving a physical connection to a device provided within the case. 
     
     
         11 . The storage case of  claim 7 , wherein at least one of the internal storage features comprises a selectively removable silicon rubber restraint member. 
     
     
         12 . The storage case of  claim 7 , further comprising a hinge support member to limit an amount of rotation of the electronic device. 
     
     
         13 . A storage case that is operable to be connected to a laptop computer, the case comprising:
 a base member operable to connect to the laptop computer;   a rotatable cover member comprising a plurality of internal storage areas;   at least one of the internal storage areas comprising a compartment having a sidewall extending from the rotatable cover member;   wherein the cover member comprises at least one hinge and the cover member is rotatable relative to the base member and the laptop computer between a first position comprising a substantially closed position, and a second position comprising an open position wherein the plurality of internal storage compartments are accessible to a user.   
     
     
         14 . The storage case of  claim 13 , wherein the base member comprises at least one of a lip, a flange, an adhesive and a strap that is operable to connect to the laptop computer. 
     
     
         15 . The storage case of  claim 13 , wherein at least one of the internal storage areas comprises a gap or aperture that is operable to receive at least one of a cord and a wire. 
     
     
         16 . The storage case of  claim 13 , wherein at least one of the internal storage areas comprises a mouse dock. 
     
     
         17 . The storage case of  claim 13 , wherein the storage case comprises a port hub with a plurality of ports for receiving a physical connection to a device provided within the case. 
     
     
         18 . The storage case of  claim 13 , wherein at least one of the internal storage areas comprises a selectively removable silicon rubber restraint member. 
     
     
         19 . The storage case of  claim 13 , further comprising a hinge support member to limit an amount of rotation of the laptop computer. 
     
     
         20 . The storage case of  claim 16 , wherein the mouse dock is accessible from an external surface of the cover member.