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Cable docking system and method for a computer

  • US 6,522,532 B2
  • Filed: 01/08/2001
  • Issued: 02/18/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/08/2001
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A computer system comprising a computer comprising:

  • a chassis having an exterior surface;

    a processor mounted in the chassis;

    a storage coupled to the processor;

    a memory coupled to the processor to provide storage to facilitate execution of computer programs by the processor;

    a first terminal mounted on the exterior surface of the chassis;

    a cable;

    a docking box connected to one end of the cable; and

    a connector secured to the other end of the cable and comprising a body member and a second terminal extending from the body member for engaging the first terminal on the chassis, and a locking mechanism for locking the connector to the chassis with the first and second terminals in engagement;

    a post disposed on the exterior surface of the chassis and having a bore formed therein; and

    a guide pin mounted on the body member for extending in the bore.

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