Introduction

This case study presents how an automotive supplier was able to automate firmware and OS provisioning and End-of-Line (EOL) functional final assembly testing using Acroname industrial USB hubs and switches and their USB Host switching features.  This automation resulted in reduced cycle times, less manual intervention and fewer errors while supporting a mix of software versions on the same production line.

I. INTRODUCTION

This case study demonstrates how a device lab resolved its USB issues using Acroname’s industrial USB hubs, making the lab more robust and ready to accommodate future expansion.

Hardware device labs need reliable equipment. Often, these labs develop in an ad hoc manner, adding equipment as needed. The reliability and power capabilities of the USB hub itself are often overlooked.