Abstract

A self-contained Kiosk Unit comprises a unique self-supporting metal frame having a plurality of walls extending upwardly and forming a housing which includes a computer unit mounted therein. The controls for the computer unit are mounted in a recessed portion of the frame on a control panel while the functional portion of the computer is located within the housing. The base of the recessed portion forms a counter below the controls and the upper portion of the recess is equipped with suitable lighting to illuminate the controls and any advertising which might be contained on the frame itself. The frame extends outwardly over a metal pedestal which is an integral part of the housing structure and the outwardly extending portion of the base includes a predetermined number of perforations which permit a flow of air through the unit and upwardly through an aperture in the roof having a fan positioned therein for cooling purposes. The computer unit is mounted in the housing by means of a special hinge to permit service by security personnel while the roof portion permits access to a limited portion of the unit for servicing of some of the lesser important functions of the unit by maintenance personnel.