Smart Boot Record for Embedded Partition Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Information handling systems lack flexibility in upgrading applications post-sale, as existing boot records do not efficiently enable access to applications stored on embedded partitions, limiting user options and manufacturer up-selling opportunities.
Innovation Solution
A smart master and partition boot record system that allows for the storage of applications within embedded partitions during manufacturing, with a smart boot record that enables access and modification of the boot path post-sale, providing transparent installation and configuration of applications.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a fixed software stack is loaded onto built-to-order systems during manufacturing, then system reliability and instant-on functionality are improved, but flexibility for post-sale upgrades and application access is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the storage medium into multiple partitions, including a system partition for the fixed software stack and an embedded partition for applications. This segmentation allows the system to maintain reliability from the fixed stack while enabling flexibility through the separate application partition that can be accessed and modified post-sale.
Solution Approach 2:
The smart boot record acts as an intermediary between the fixed software stack and the application partition. It contains boot path modification capabilities that enable post-sale access to applications without disrupting the instant-on functionality of the fixed stack, thus mediating between reliability and adaptability requirements.
2Adaptability or versatility
If applications are stored on embedded partitions during manufacturing, then manufacturer up-selling opportunities are improved, but ease of user access and installation post-sale is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The smart boot record serves as an intermediary that simplifies user access to applications on embedded partitions. It provides a user-friendly interface and automated boot path modification, eliminating the need for users to manually configure complex partition access settings, thus improving ease of operation while maintaining up-selling opportunities.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service application installation and access through the smart boot record, which automatically manages boot path modifications when applications are installed from embedded partitions. This self-service capability improves ease of operation by eliminating the need for manual technical configuration while preserving manufacturer up-selling opportunities.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the boot path is fixed during manufacturing, then system stability is improved, but ability to modify and access applications post-sale is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic boot record that can modify its behavior based on conditions. The smart boot record maintains a stable default boot path for reliability but includes capabilities to dynamically adjust the boot sequence when applications are installed from embedded partitions, thus achieving both stability and adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates feedback mechanisms where the boot record detects the presence and state of applications on embedded partitions, then automatically adjusts the boot path accordingly. This feedback loop allows the system to maintain stability for the fixed software stack while enabling post-sale modification capabilities when needed.
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AI summary
A method of enabling a user to upgrade an information handling system which includes storing an application within an embedded partition during the fabrication of the information handling system and storing a smart master boot record on the information handling system which enables access to the application stored within the embedded partition of the information handling system is disclosed.