Power adapter including peripheral unit capable of supplying power for computer and the peripheral unit
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1. A power adapter, comprising:
- a power unit including a converter to supply power to a computer; and
a peripheral unit configured to communicate with the computer and to be controlled by the computer.
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Abstract
This patent specification describes a power adapter which includes a power unit including a converter to supply power to a computer and a peripheral unit configured to communicate with the computer and to be controlled by the computer. Further, the power adapter includes a multiplexing-demultiplexing circuit configured to multiplex and demultiplex a power signal with a data or control signal.
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18 Claims
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1. A power adapter, comprising:
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a power unit including a converter to supply power to a computer; and
a peripheral unit configured to communicate with the computer and to be controlled by the computer. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
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11. A cable, comprising:
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a power line configured to supply power from a power adapter to a computer; and
a transmission line integrated with the power line and configured for communication between the computer and a peripheral unit arranged at the power adapter. - View Dependent Claims (12, 13, 14)
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15. A computer system, comprising:
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a computer;
a power adapter which includes a power unit configured to supply power, and a peripheral unit configured to communicate with the computer and to be controlled by the computer; and
a cable including a power line to supply power and a transmission line to transmit a data signal or control signal. - View Dependent Claims (16, 17, 18)
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