Image forming device component retention system
US6775485B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 9, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 10, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03G2221/18
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In one embodiment, an image forming device is provided that includes a replaceable component. The image forming device includes an operating state configured to form images utilizing the component. The image forming device further includes a security state configured to reduce access to the replaceable component in response to a triggering event.
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