USB to PCI bridge

Details USB to PCI bridge USB to PCI bridge

2007-02-27

2007-02-27

Perveen, Rehana (Department: 2112)

Electrical computers and digital data processing systems: input/

Intrasystem connection

Bus interface architecture

C710S313000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10194206

ABSTRACT:
A USB to PCI bridge preferably includes a USB interface, a PCI interface, and an on-board processor configured to manage data flow between the interfaces. Firmware is preferably provided and configured to translate signals between the USB and PCI interfaces. The bridge can also include an internal memory configured to store instructions and data. A PCI central resource can be provided to enable hosting of a PCI subsystem. In a preferred embodiment, a plurality of PCI targets can be connected to a USB port through the bridge.

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