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System and apparatus for allowing data of a module in power saving mode to remain accessible

US7698586B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 20, 2006
Grant dateApr 13, 2010
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Expiry dateJun 15, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D30/50
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A portable system, method thereof, and a power consumption controller for controlling power consumption in a portable system are described. The portable system may include a storage unit, a module processing data, and a controller regulating power supplied to the module. The controller may regulate the module to perform a backup operation when a power saving mode begins and to interrupt the power after the backup operation is completed.

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