Dynamic module configuration in a controller area network (CAN) with fixed sub-module board identification and plug-N-play support
US8441671B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 30, 2010 |
| Grant date | May 14, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 29, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L41/0809
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
According to aspects of the embodiments, there is provided methods and systems for configuring modules and sub-modules in a control area network (CAN) of a printer system using machine data and network protocols. The machine data includes a file that describes the board types and application types for possible modules and sub-modules of a printer system. The machine data facilitates the process of identifying modules and the process of differentiating sub-module boards from other modules. Customization of printer configurations is enhanced through plug-and-play support allowing for dynamic sub-module re-configuration for the disconnection and reconnection of boards that may form part of replaceable units. A configuration process allows non-configured boards to be placed, when the printer system is idle, properly into the network and to be associated with the proper module.
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