Method and apparatus for controlling storage utilization
US5559982A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 10, 1995 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 10, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11B17/22
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides a storage system having a programmable controller which recognizes the amount of storage capacity paid for by a customer, even if more physical capacity is actually installed. When the customer purchases additional capacity, the controller is directed to recognize the additional capacity and permit access thereto.
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