18239042. ADAPTIVE INTERFACE STORAGE DEVICE simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
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ADAPTIVE INTERFACE STORAGE DEVICE
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Inventor(s)
Stephen G. Fischer of Mountain View CA (US)
Sompong Paul Olarig of Pleasanton CA (US)
ADAPTIVE INTERFACE STORAGE DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18239042 titled 'ADAPTIVE INTERFACE STORAGE DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an adaptive interface storage device that can operate in two different states, presenting different storage protocols at the front storage interface connector.
- The device includes a rear storage interface connector, an adaptable circuit, a first multiplexer, and a front storage interface connector.
- It can be configured to operate in a first state, where it presents a device side storage interface according to a first storage protocol at the front storage interface connector.
- It can also be configured to operate in a second state, where it presents a device side storage interface according to a second storage protocol, different from the first storage protocol, at the front storage interface connector.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Data storage devices that can adapt to different storage protocols.
- Compatibility with different devices and systems that use different storage protocols.
- Flexibility in connecting storage devices to various interfaces.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Incompatibility issues between storage devices and different systems or interfaces.
- Simplifying the process of connecting storage devices to different interfaces.
- Enhancing the versatility and adaptability of storage devices.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved compatibility and interoperability between storage devices and different systems.
- Simplified connection process, reducing the need for additional adapters or converters.
- Increased flexibility and versatility in using storage devices with various interfaces.
Original Abstract Submitted
An adaptive interface storage device. In some embodiments, the adaptive interface storage device includes: a rear storage interface connector; an adaptable circuit connected to the rear storage interface connector; a first multiplexer, connected to the adaptable circuit; and a front storage interface connector, connected to the first multiplexer. The adaptive interface storage device may be configured to operate in a first state or in a second state. The adaptive interface storage device may be configured: in the first state, to present a device side storage interface according to a first storage protocol at the front storage interface connector, and in the second state, to present a device side storage interface according to a second storage protocol, different from the first storage protocol, at the front storage interface connector.
