A software architecture for the hot add and swap of adapters. The software architecture allows users to replace failed components, upgrade outdated components, and add new functionality, such as new network interfaces, disk interface adapters and storage, without impacting existing users. The software...http://www.google.es/patents/US6304929?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatente US6304929 - Method for hot swapping a programmable adapter by using a programmable processor to selectively disabling and enabling power thereto upon receiving respective control signals
Method for hot swapping a programmable adapter by using a programmable ...