Method and apparatus for providing access to a peripheral...

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2008-05-06

2008-05-06

Flynn, Nathan (Department: 2154)

Electrical computers and digital processing systems: multicomput

Remote data accessing

C709S220000, C709S225000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07370087

ABSTRACT:
Embodiments of the present invention provide mechanisms and techniques for providing access to a peripheral management interface, such as a Web-based graphical user interface (GUI) associated with a peripheral device. In order to access a GUI associated with a peripheral device, a user activates the peripheral device, such as by actuating a mechanical switch on the device or by transmitting a wireless signal, such as an infrared signal. Based on the activation, the peripheral device constructs a URL that allows the requesting user to access the GUI associated with peripheral device and transmits the URL to the user's computer. The user then executes the URL, using a web browser, and accesses the GUI associated with the peripheral device, without knowledge of the IP address for the peripheral device.

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