Control method and computer system utilizing the same

Details Control method and computer system utilizing the same Control method and computer system utilizing the same

2007-08-13

2010-02-23

Sorrell, Eron J (Department: 2182)

Electrical computers and digital data processing systems: input/

Input/output data processing

Peripheral configuration

C713S001000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07668976

ABSTRACT:
A computer system comprising a memory module, a connection port, and a central processing unit (CPU) is disclosed. The memory module stores a main base input/output system (BIOS) comprising an auxiliary function. The connection port is capable of connecting an auxiliary module comprising at least one specific program. The CPU executes the main BIOS when the auxiliary function is de-activated. The CPU executes the specific program when the auxiliary function is activated.

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