Arrangement of components in a laptop computer system
CA 1322604 C · Owner: Compaq Computer Corporation · Inventors: Bushman, Douglas C.; Carter, Robert Richard; Mitchell, Thomas
Overview
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A portable computer system with the full functionality of a desktop computer is designed so that components are arranged in a highly space efficient manner. The main system unit includes a removable keyboard, a fold-up display screen, floppy and fixed disk drives, and an internal modem, and has both external AC and internal battery power supplies. The system further includes a desktop expansion base into which the main system unit can be inserted, providing additional functionality for the main system unit. The components of the system are arranged to provide a convenient and efficient user interface.
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- Granted September 28, 1993. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended September 28, 2010.
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