Method and apparatus for auto-detection of LAN, Modem, or...

Details Method and apparatus for auto-detection of LAN, Modem, or... Method and apparatus for auto-detection of LAN, Modem, or...

2005-12-06

2005-12-06

Kizou, Hassan (Department: 2662)

Multiplex communications

Pathfinding or routing

Through a circuit switch

C370S419000, C370S463000, C370S465000, C709S250000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06973077

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for allowing multiple types of connections to be made to a peripheral component. In one embodiment, the present invention provides a peripheral component with a receptacle having a number of electrical connecting lines. At least one of the electrical lines is used as a signal line by more than one type of connection, which is made directly to the receptacle. Next, the present invention switches the electrical connecting lines between a number of electrical pathways. Next, the present invention determines the type of connection being made to the receptacle. In so doing, an electrical pathway which is appropriate for the connection-type is established.

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