Computer docking station with PCMCIA card slot
US6341320B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 8, 1994 |
| Grant date | Jan 22, 2002 |
| 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 station having connection means for coupling to an external monitor and an external keyboard, means for connecting the portable computer to the docking station, and at least one PCMCIA option card slot in the docking station. In a preferred embodiment, the computer docking station further includes a controller in the docking station to provide the necessary hardware interface between the PCMCIA cart slot and the portable computer and software means for providing the necessary driver support.
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