Sony Group has been granted a patent for a method of system startup involving a board management controller (BMC) that manages multiple compute nodes on a sled. The BMC receives startup instructions, sends boot commands to execute remote BIOS firmware, and initiates operating system loading based on selected communication interfaces. GlobalData’s report on Sony Group gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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System startup method for compute nodes using bmc
The patent US12045627B2 outlines a method for system startup involving a board management controller (BMC) that manages multiple compute nodes located on sleds. The process begins with the BMC receiving a startup configuration instruction to boot a compute node with an operating system. The BMC sends a boot instruction to the compute node's boot controller via a designated communication interface, enabling the execution of BIOS firmware stored remotely. This execution initiates the loading of the operating system, with the BMC functioning as a switch to deliver control signals for various operating systems across multiple communication interfaces. The method also includes provisions for accessing BIOS firmware and loading portions of the operating system into the compute node's system memory.
Additionally, the patent describes functionalities for managing compute node states during application execution. If a job is running on a compute node using one operating system, it can be suspended to load a different operating system. The state of the compute node is captured and transferred to another compute node, allowing the application to resume execution seamlessly. The patent further details the reconfiguration of rack assemblies to prioritize different services and the management of network configurations between multiple rack assemblies. Overall, the claims emphasize a sophisticated approach to managing compute nodes and their operating systems within a data center environment, enhancing operational efficiency and flexibility.
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