Patent ID: 7072068
Filing Date: 2006-07-04
Classification: G06F,H04N

Abstract:
1. A multi-function apparatus performing at least copying and facsimile functions, comprising: a basic memory including at least a first image memory area for storing data of the copying function and a second image memory area for storing data of the facsimile function; a socket for connecting an add-on expansion memory; and a controller configured to arrange memory assignments of said basic memory in accordance with a first memory map to effectively perform operations of the copying and facsimile functions when said expansion memory is not connected to said socket and to rearrange said memory assignments of said basic memory together with said expansion memory with an effect of expanding said first and second image memory areas of said basic memory in accordance with a second memory map to effectively perform said operations of the copying and facsimile functions when said expansion memory is connected to said socket.