Patent · US Expired

Token for storing installation software and drivers

US7222240B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 6, 2002
Grant dateMay 22, 2007
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Expiry dateMar 17, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2221/2153
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A “dual” personal key/token is disclosed. The “dual” personal key is useful for installing drivers and other command interfaces which allow the personal key to be coupled to and used with a host computer. In a first embodiment, the personal key operates as a USB hub, and reports two devices, a storage device and a personal key, to the host computer. In a second embodiment presents a single device, and different portions of the personal key are activated as required.

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