Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC (20240264954). MODULAR PERIPHERAL COMPUTING DEVICE INTERFACE AND HARDWARE ARCHITECTURE simplified abstract
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MODULAR PERIPHERAL COMPUTING DEVICE INTERFACE AND HARDWARE ARCHITECTURE
Organization Name
Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
Inventor(s)
Adam Spiegelman of Austin TX (US)
Kypros Constantinides of Seattle WA (US)
Wilson V Vu of Bellevue WA (US)
Shane Gerrard Kavanagh of Austin TX (US)
MODULAR PERIPHERAL COMPUTING DEVICE INTERFACE AND HARDWARE ARCHITECTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240264954 titled 'MODULAR PERIPHERAL COMPUTING DEVICE INTERFACE AND HARDWARE ARCHITECTURE
The disclosed techniques aim to enhance the functionality and efficiency of cloud computing systems by introducing a modular peripheral computing device interface and hardware architecture. In simple terms, this innovation allows a host computing system, like a rack-mounted server, to connect with various peripheral computing devices through standardized connectors on peripheral device cartridges. These cartridges can hold devices such as GPUs or SSDs and can be easily inserted or removed from the host system without causing service disruptions.
- Peripheral device cartridges enable quick changes in device configurations, regardless of form factor.
- Devices like GPUs can be swapped out for SSDs on the fly.
- Dynamic power scaling and improved cooling efficiency are additional technical benefits.
Potential Applications: - Data centers - High-performance computing - Artificial intelligence and machine learning applications
Problems Solved: - Streamlining the integration of peripheral computing devices - Preventing service disruptions during device changes - Enhancing power efficiency and cooling capabilities
Benefits: - Increased flexibility in device configurations - Improved system performance and efficiency - Reduced downtime during maintenance or upgrades
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Modular Peripheral Computing for Cloud Systems This technology can be utilized in data centers, research institutions, and companies requiring high-performance computing capabilities. It can lead to cost savings, improved system reliability, and enhanced overall performance in cloud computing environments.
Questions about Enhanced Modular Peripheral Computing for Cloud Systems: 1. How does this innovation impact the scalability of cloud computing systems? This technology allows for easy scalability by enabling quick changes in device configurations without disrupting system operations.
2. What are the potential cost savings associated with implementing this modular peripheral computing system? By improving power efficiency and cooling capabilities, this innovation can lead to reduced energy costs and overall operational expenses for cloud computing environments.
Original Abstract Submitted
the disclosed techniques improve the functionality and efficiency of cloud computing systems by introducing a modular peripheral computing device interface and hardware architecture. generally described, a host computing system such as a rack-mounted server is configured to interface with one or more peripheral computing devices of varying form factors through a peripheral device cartridge via a standardized connector interface. the peripheral device cartridge can comprise a receptacle configured to house one or more peripheral computing devices (e.g., gpus, ssds). peripheral device cartridges can be inserted and/or removed from a front panel of the host computing system without requiring a full power down thereby preventing service disruptions. in addition, the modularity of the peripheral device cartridges enables changing device configurations on the fly regardless of device form factor. for example, a gpu can be quickly replaced with an ssd. other technical benefits include dynamic power scaling and improved cooling efficiency.
