Memory Card Server Location Identification
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current server identification methods are labor-intensive and prone to human error, especially in large server clusters or when servers are replaced, as they require manual tagging and configuration of physical assets and IP addresses.
Innovation Solution
A server system with a memory card in each slot that stores a unique location identifier, allowing for automatic transmission to the server's controller, enabling accurate and efficient identification of server locations within a rack, and facilitating automatic IP address derivation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If manual mounting of physical asset tags or e-tags is used for server identification, then server location can be identified, but the process becomes labor intensive and prone to human error
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical process of mounting physical asset tags or e-tags with an automated electronic system. Memory cards containing location identifiers are automatically read by server controllers, eliminating the need for manual tagging and reducing human error while improving identification accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service automation where the server controller automatically reads the location identifier from the memory card and configures the IP address without requiring manual intervention. This self-configuration process reduces labor intensity and minimizes human error in server identification and network setup.
2Reliability
If manual configuration of IP addresses is performed for each server, then network access can be established, but the process is time consuming and error-prone
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary action by pre-configuring location identifiers in memory cards that are automatically read during server initialization. The controller uses these identifiers to automatically derive and configure IP addresses before network operations begin, eliminating time-consuming manual configuration and reducing errors through automated processes.
Solution Approach 2:
The system establishes a feedback loop where the server controller reads the location identifier from the memory card, automatically configures the IP address based on this information, and verifies network connectivity. This automated feedback mechanism ensures accurate network configuration while significantly reducing the time required compared to manual processes.
3Productivity
If physical asset tags are manually mounted on each server, then server location tracking is possible, but the process requires significant human effort especially in large server clusters
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical process of mounting and tracking physical asset tags with an automated electronic identification system. Memory cards with embedded location identifiers are automatically read by server controllers, enabling rapid server identification in large clusters without requiring manual intervention and significantly improving productivity.
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AI summary
A server system includes a server rack having a plurality of slots, a plurality of servers and a plurality of memory cards. Each server is positioned on a respective slot of the server rack. Each memory card is programmed with information relating to a location of the respective server at the server rack. Each server comprises a controller and an interface coupled to the controller. The respective memory card is brought into an electrical connection with the interface to transmit the information relating to the corresponding location of the respective server to the controller.