System and method for power usage level management of blades installed within blade servers
US7353415B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 11, 2005 |
| Grant date | Apr 1, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 23, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F1/189
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems are disclosed for power usage level management of blades installed in blade servers. When a new blade added is to a blade server, possible power usage levels for the new blade are assessed to determine possible effects on the total power usage level of the chassis. By assessing the different power usage levels, the chassis controller can then make intelligent decisions as to the power usage levels at which new blades will be allowed to operate while still keeping within chassis power supply capabilities. Blade power usage levels can be based upon a variety of considerations, including processor performance modes and blade configuration options.
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