Abstract: An adapter unit operative to support access of an SATA storage device by a plurality of hosts associated with separate host adapters. The adapter unit includes a multiplexer coupled to an arbiter. The multiplexer receives a plurality of sets of communication signals, one signal set for each host adapter. The multiplexer then selects one of the signal sets based on a control signal and couples the selected signal set to its output. The arbiter receives requests from the hosts to access the SATA storage device, selects a particular requesting host, and provides the control signal indicative of the specific host granted access. The host adapter for the granted host and the SATA storage device are placed in a PHY READY power management state, prior to a read or write access, and are placed in a PARTIAL power management state after the read or write access.

Abstract: A sports fan's noise maker for use at automobile races or other events where auto race fans gather. The noise maker includes a noise making mechanism having a disk-shaped outer casing. Contained within the outer casing is a gear with an attached handle, said handle extending outward through an aperture on the bottom of the casing. A striker is attached to the bottom wall of the casing and extends upward and is configured to abut against the gear when the device is rotated. An elongated gripping portion typically formed as a lug nut wrench is attached to the handle. A representation of a race car or other miniature automobile is provided wherein the noise making mechanism is attached to the automobile. A pennant may be attached to the automobile.

Abstract: A sports fan's noise maker that includes a noise making mechanism, said noise making mechanism comprising a disk-shaped outer casing. Contained within the outer casing is a gear with an attached handle, said handle extending outward through an aperture on the bottom of the casing. A striker is attached to the bottom wall of the casing and extends upward and is configured to abut against the gear when the device is rotated. An elongated gripping portion is provided. The gripping portion is formed to represent a miniature football goal post. A miniature football helmet is provided wherein the noise making mechanism is fitted into the headwear.

Abstract: A sports fan's noise maker with two non-exclusive embodiments: one for use at hockey games and one for football games. The noise maker includes a noise making mechanism, said noise making mechanism comprising a disk-shaped outer casing. Contained within the outer casing is a gear with an attached handle, said handle extending outward through an aperture on the bottom of the casing. A striker is attached to the bottom wall of the casing and extends upward and is configured to abut against the gear when the device is rotated. An elongated gripping portion is provided. In the case of the hockey embodiment, the gripping portion is formed as a miniature hockey stick. In the case of the football noise maker, the gripping portion is formed to represent a miniature football goal post. The noise making mechanism is contained within either a miniature hockey or football helmet as appropriate.

Abstract: A sports fan's noise maker with two non-exclusive embodiments: one for use at hockey games and one for football games. The noise maker includes a noise making mechanism, said noise making mechanism comprising a disk-shaped outer casing. Contained within the outer casing is a gear with an attached handle, said handle extending outward through an aperture on the bottom of the casing. A striker is attached to the bottom wall of the casing and extends upward and is configured to abut against the gear when the device is rotated. An elongated gripping portion is provided. In the case of the hockey embodiment, the gripping portion is formed as a miniature hockey stick. In the case of the football noise maker, the gripping portion is formed to represent a miniature football goal post. The noise making mechanism is contained within either a miniature hockey or football helmet as appropriate.

Abstract: Sports fan's noise maker. The noise maker includes a noise making mechanism, said noise making mechanism comprising a disk-shaped outer casing. Contained within the outer casing is a gear with an attached handle, said handle extending outward through an aperature on the bottom of the casing. A striker is attached to the bottom wall of the casing and extends upward and is configured to abut against the gear when the device is rotated. A miniature baseball bat has a handle-receiving aperture at one end (the barrel end). The handle of the noise maker is firmly fitted into the aperture. In addition, a miniature baseball helmet is provided wherein the noise making mechanism is fitted into the bottom of the helmet. If desired a writing implement may be provided that is inserted into the end of the baseball bat opposite to the noise maker. Furthermore, if desired, a pennant showing the team colors and/or logo may be attached to the batting helmet.