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Methods and systems for conducting processor health-checks

US7607040B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 17, 2006
Grant dateOct 20, 2009
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Expiry dateJun 25, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F11/2236
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Systems and methods for conducting processor health-checks are provided. In one embodiment, a method for evaluating the status of a processor is provided. The method includes, for example, initializing and executing an operating system, de-allocating the processor from the available pool or system resources and performing a health-check on the processor while the operating system is executing.

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