Computer system with multiple backup management processors...

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2005-07-05

2005-07-05

Butler, Dennis M. (Department: 2115)

Electrical computers and digital processing systems: support

Computer power control

Having power source monitoring

C713S300000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06915441

ABSTRACT:
A system for providing basic system control functions upon failure of all management processors in a computer system. During normal system operation, a plurality of management processors monitor system sensors that detect system power, temperature, and cooling fan status, and make necessary adjustments. Each management processor normally provides an output signal indicating that it is operating property. A high-availability controller monitors each of these signals to verify that there is at least one operating management processor. When none of the processors indicate that they are operating properly, the high-availability controller monitors the system sensors and updates system indicators. If a problem develops, such as failure of a power supply or a potentially dangerous increase in temperature, the high-availability controller sequentially powers down the appropriate equipment to protect the system from damage.

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