Converter module
US9965433B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 19, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 8, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 3, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F13/4027
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A converter module is provided that is configured to provide data connectivity between at least two external devices, where the converter module comprises a pair of first connectors and up to eight second connectors. The pair of first connectors is configured to be plugged into and interfaced with ports on a first external device. The second connectors are configured to receive and interface with cables. The converter module also comprises a demultiplexing and multiplexing unit that is configured to split signals received via the pair of first connectors or combine signals received by plurality of second connectors. The pair of first connectors receive and couple signals at a first data rate, while the second connectors receive and couple signals at a second data rate. The first data rate may be four times the second data rate.
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