17875607. Data Center Asset Client Module Authentication via a Connectivity Management Authentication Operation simplified abstract (Dell Products L.P.)
Data Center Asset Client Module Authentication via a Connectivity Management Authentication Operation
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Dominique Prunier of Montreal (CA)
Christopher Atkinson of Woodstock GA (US)
Eric Williams of Champaign IL (US)
Damon G. Earley of Round Rock TX (US)
Elie A. Jreij of Pflugerville TX (US)
Susan E. Young of North Scituate RI (US)
Data Center Asset Client Module Authentication via a Connectivity Management Authentication Operation - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17875607 titled 'Data Center Asset Client Module Authentication via a Connectivity Management Authentication Operation
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a system, method, and computer-readable medium for managing connectivity in a data center. The operation involves providing a data center asset with a client module and an embedded client module, establishing a secure communication channel between the client and a connectivity management system, exchanging information between the client and the system via the secure communication channel, authenticating the client module, and configuring software in the data center asset based on the authentication.
- The system manages connectivity in a data center by providing client modules to data center assets.
- A secure communication channel is established between the client and a connectivity management system.
- Information is exchanged between the client and the system via the secure communication channel.
- The client module is authenticated in response to an authentication request.
- Software in the data center asset is configured based on the authentication of the client module.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Data center connectivity management: This technology can be used to efficiently manage the connectivity of various assets within a data center, ensuring secure communication and authentication.
- Asset configuration: The system can configure software in data center assets based on authentication, allowing for streamlined management and control of the assets.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Complex connectivity management: The system simplifies the management of connectivity in a data center by providing a secure communication channel and automating the authentication and configuration processes.
- Security risks: By establishing a secure communication channel and authenticating client modules, the system mitigates security risks associated with unauthorized access to data center assets.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved efficiency: The system streamlines the connectivity management process, reducing manual effort and increasing operational efficiency.
- Enhanced security: By authenticating client modules and establishing secure communication channels, the system enhances the security of data center assets.
- Simplified configuration: The system automates the configuration of software in data center assets, simplifying the management and control of the assets.
Original Abstract Submitted
A system, method, and computer-readable medium are disclosed for performing a data center connectivity management operation. The connectivity management operation includes: providing a data center asset with a data center asset client module and an embedded data center asset client module; establishing a secure communication channel between the connectivity management system client and a connectivity management system; exchanging information between the connectivity management system client and the connectivity management system via the secure communication channel between the connectivity management system client and the connectivity management system, the information including a data center asset client module authentication request; authenticating the data center asset client module in response to the data center asset module authentication request; and, configuring software in the data center asset in response to authentication of the data center asset client module.
