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Virtual device based systems with access to parts other than data storage elements through the virtual device

US9720855B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 1, 2015
Grant dateAug 1, 2017
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Expiry dateApr 28, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2009/45583
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An embodiment includes a system, comprising: a device configured to present a logical device and enable a virtual device in response to a control signal; and a processor coupled to the device and configured to: present the logical device through a first device interface; transmit the control signal to the device to enable the virtual device; and after the virtual device is enabled, present the virtual device through a second device interface.

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