An automatically configurable I/O board and associated software avoids any need for jumpers, switches, or other configuration changes upon installation of the board. Utilization of the main computer capability to select addresses and values likely to be available involves an installation or other routine...http://www.google.es/patents/US5524269?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatente US5524269 - System for activating and configuring an input/output board in a computer
System for activating and configuring an input/output board in a computer