Processor upgrade system for a personal computer
US5848250A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 6, 1995 |
| Grant date | Dec 8, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 6, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F13/4072
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system for upgrading a personal computer includes a motherboard having upgrade sockets for upgrading the CPU and the clock oscillator without the need to remove any components. The system includes sensing circuitry for detecting the type of component plugged into the upgrade socket and circuitry for disabling the upgraded component. In addition, the system includes software for reconfiguring various signals depending on the particular upgrade plugged into the upgrade socket. By providing a system that can be upgraded by merely inserting a newer components, upgrades can be performed rather quickly. In addition, the upgrade system allows the end user a plurality of upgrade options while at the same time allows the end user to take advantage of declining CPU prices.
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