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Controlling access to an automated media library

US8230501B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

International Business Machines Corporation · US

Inventors

Nils Haustein · Nieder-Olm, DE
Frank Krick · Ockenheim, DE
Daniel J. Winarski · Tucson, US

Key dates

Filing date	Jan 16, 2009
Grant date	Jul 24, 2012
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Aug 7, 2030

Classification

Technology area (CPC G)Physics
CPC primaryG07C2209/14
WIPO fieldControl
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method of controlling access to an automated media library receives a request or access to the library from an individual having an identity. Access may include importing media to the library, exporting media from the library, and opening a locked door to a cabinet containing the library.

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