Selective Network Temperature Commands for Storage Area Monitoring
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing computing environments face challenges in efficiently managing and utilizing network devices and components, particularly in obtaining temperature data for selected units within storage area networks, which is crucial for optimal device functioning and communication.
Innovation Solution
A computer program product is provided that enables a receiving network device to obtain temperature data from selected units by building and sending a command using a control program, allowing for improved communication and processing within the computing environment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If temperature data is obtained for all network devices and components, then comprehensive monitoring is achieved, but system complexity and data processing burden increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the network into hierarchical segments (network devices and their components) and enables selective temperature monitoring of specific segments rather than requiring monolithic monitoring of all elements. The system allows users to request temperature data for particular network devices or components based on operational needs, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining reliability for critical segments.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements localized temperature monitoring where each network device or component can be individually monitored based on its specific operational requirements. Instead of uniform monitoring across the entire network, the system applies monitoring selectively to specific locations (devices/components) that require temperature management, reducing unnecessary data collection and processing burden.
2Productivity
If temperature data is obtained for selected units only, then data processing is simplified, but monitoring coverage may be insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic selection of monitoring targets, allowing the system to adaptively determine which network devices or components require temperature monitoring based on operational conditions, device criticality, and environmental factors. This dynamic approach enables the system to maintain adequate monitoring coverage while optimizing data processing efficiency by focusing resources on the most relevant units.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent incorporates feedback mechanisms where temperature monitoring results and operational data are used to dynamically adjust future monitoring selections. The system learns from past temperature events and operational patterns to identify which devices or components require monitoring, improving monitoring coverage over time while maintaining efficient data processing by avoiding redundant monitoring of non-critical units.
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AI summary
A receiving network device obtains a command built to enable a control program of a device coupled to the receiving network device to obtain temperature data of one or more selected units of a network. The command includes an indication of the one or more selected units for which the temperature data is to be obtained. The receiving network device obtains the temperature data of the one or more selected units indicated by the command and provides a response to the request for the temperature data of the one or more selected units.