Multi-media serial line switching adapter for parallel networks and heterogenous and homologous computer systems
CA 2073560 A1 · Owner: Olnowich, Howard Thomas · Inventors: Olnowich, Howard Thomas
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A generic network device includes a serial line switching apparatus for performing either parallel or serial communications amongst multiple nodes over switching networks. One aspect shows adaptation of standard and proprietary serial interfaces using either optical or electrical transmission media to interface to the parallel switch. Converted serial data is routed to the selected destination through the parallel switch network where it is, received and converted back into a serial optical or electrical interface/protocol. A parallel electrical switch can efficiently handle optical or electrical serial data and utilize information via wireless gateways to provide the features required for …
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- Filed July 9, 1992. No grant is recorded for it in Canada; had it been granted, its 20-year term would have ended July 9, 2012.
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