Method and apparatus for determining computer system power suppl

Details Method and apparatus for determining computer system power suppl Method and apparatus for determining computer system power suppl

1997-08-15

2000-04-25

Beausoliel, Jr., Robert W.

Error detection/correction and fault detection/recovery

Data processing system error or fault handling

Reliability and availability

714 47, G06F 1100

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060556471

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus, and an associated method, for determining the level of power supply redundancy in a modular computer system. Determination of the level of power supply redundancy is made dynamically, during on-line operation of the computer system. Reconfiguration of the computer system, such as to increase the load which must be powered by modular power supply components, or removal or addition of power supply components to form portions of the computer system cause initiation of a new determination of the level of power supply redundancy. Indications of inadequate levels of power supply redundancy are provided to a user of the computer system so that corrective action can be taken.

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