Electrical computers and digital data processing systems: input/ – Intrasystem connection – Bus access regulation
Reexamination Certificate
1999-03-31
2001-06-12
Dharia, Rupal (Department: 2181)
Electrical computers and digital data processing systems: input/
Intrasystem connection
Bus access regulation
C710S002000, C710S008000, C710S062000, C710S063000, C710S072000, C710S073000, C710S074000, C710S120000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06247085
ABSTRACT:
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates generally to the field of user interface panels and more particularly to a method and apparatus for removing peripheral user interface panels.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Scanners and other personal computer peripheral devices have user interface panels, which permit an end user to control the peripheral device. Typically, these user interface panels are located on a readily accessible front, top or front, side of the peripheral device. However, peripheral devices are generally used by end users in connection with the use of a personal computer. Therefore, it would be desirable if the end user could control scanners, printers and other peripheral devices without having to physically go to the peripheral device itself.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The above and other aspects of the present invention are accomplished in a method and apparatus for removable peripheral interface panels that may be placed near an end user's personal computer, monitor or keyboard for greater utility. Removable peripheral interface panels may interface with the peripheral device by means of cables; a Universal Serial Bus cable, device or hub; infrared transmissions; or other known telecommunication means.
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Dharia Rupal
Hewlett--Packard Company
Mitchell Cynthia S.
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