Docking station for a portable computer

Details Docking station for a portable computer Docking station for a portable computer

2006-05-30

2006-05-30

Gilman, Alexander (Department: 2833)

Electrical connectors

With relatively guided members and intermediate pliable...

Relatively movable about axis

Reexamination Certificate

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07052296

ABSTRACT:
Embodiments of the present invention relate to an apparatus including a dock and a stand. The dock is configured to receive a portable computer. A stand is pivotably attached to the dock. Some embodiments may have the advantage that a portable computer can be used during travel and used as a desktop computer having a larger keyboard and a wide range of peripheral devices. In some embodiments, the display of the portable computer is used when the portable computer is docked in the dock. Further, because the portable computer can be pivotably attached within the dock, for example by a cradle and arm, the display can be selectively used in a landscape mode or a portrait mode. Particularly, the dock (with the portable computer attached) may be rotatable to change the angle at which a user can view the display. Additionally, because the dock is pivotably attached to the stand there is unique versatility of viewable options of the display of the portable computer, when it is used as a desktop computer.

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