Device Bay LastModified: Sunday, March 22, 1998
A specification developed by Intel, Compaq and Microsoft that would standardize the size, shape, and connection of computer components, such as disk drives, modems, and audio devices. This would enable computer owners to easily exchange and upgrade these components. The Device Bay specification is similar to the PCMCIA standard, but is designed for larger, faster devices. Device Bay components would connect to a computer using either the USB or IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interfaces. Although the original specification was worked out in early 1997, computer manufacturers have not yet adopted it. Some analysts expect the first computers supporting Device Bay to appear sometime in 1999.
Device Bay Home Page  Sponsored by Compaq, Intel and Microsoft, this site hosts a collection of information about the Device Bay industry specification. Included are FAQs, white papers, specifications, and news and events. Device Bay Technology Announcement Intel press release (March 1997) announcing the development of the Device Bay industry specification.	related categories: Miscellaneous Standards related terms: IEEE 1394 PCMCIA USB Shopping Device Bay Products Compare Products,Prices and Stores Shop by Category: UPS Systems Devices 32 Model Matches Network Storage 40 Model Matches Drive Cases 26 Model Matches