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Integrated PC Card host controller for the detection and operation of a plurality of expansion cards

  • US 6,807,597 B2
  • Filed: 06/17/2002
  • Issued: 10/19/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 08/05/1999
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A system for the detection and operation of a Smart Card, comprising:

  • a socket for receiving a Smart Card;

    an integrated controller comprising a first logic set for detecting said Smart Card, a second logic set for operating said Smart Card; and

    a bus interface controller to provide communications with a bus interface and said smart card using conventional PC card communication protocols; and

    a second socket for receiving a PC Card;

    said integrated controller further comprising a third logic set to detect and operate said PC Card, said bus interface controller adapted to provide communication between said PC Card and said bus interface using said conventional PC Card communication protocols.

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