Computer docking system having means for customizing the hardware configuration in a docking station for optimum performance
US6285911A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 8, 1994 |
| Grant date | Sep 4, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R13/74
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The described embodiments of the present invention provide a computer docking system and method for connecting a portable computer to a docking station and method for coupling the docking station to an external monitor and an external keyboard and a technique for customizing the hardware configuration in the docking station for optimum performance. In a preferred embodiment, the technique for customizing the program hardware in the docking station is capable of customizing common hardware in various docking stations.
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