SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ADAPTIVE CONFIGURATION AND FIRMWARE UPDATE OWNERSHIP ACROSS NODES OF A PERIPHERAL DEVICE WORKSPACE BASED ON REAL-TIME ASSESSMENT OF NODE CAPABILITIES AND CAPACITY

Smart overview of the Invention

The patent application describes a system designed to manage and update configurations and firmware for peripheral devices within a workspace. This system utilizes a cloud orchestrator to assess the capabilities and capacities of various nodes, such as information handling systems and smart peripherals, within a defined workspace. By evaluating real-time data on hardware resources, it determines which node is best suited to manage updates and configuration tasks, ensuring efficient operation across the networked devices.

Field of Use

The technology focuses on automating the assessment and updating process for peripheral devices in workspaces. It dynamically assigns responsibilities for executing firmware updates and configuration policies based on the current capabilities, workloads, and hardware capacities of each node in the workspace. This approach is particularly beneficial for environments where multiple smart devices and information handling systems interact, optimizing their collective performance.

Background

Information handling systems are integral to processing and managing data for various applications, ranging from business operations to personal use. These systems can vary significantly in their configurations and capabilities, tailored to specific needs such as e-commerce or data storage. The integration with peripheral devices like keyboards, displays, and network components further enhances their functionality. However, managing these diverse setups can be complex, especially when dealing with multiple devices across different settings.

Technical Implementation

The system employs an ecosystem manageability sub-agent that monitors telemetry data from peripheral devices within a workspace. This data includes usage metrics, connection types, security credentials, and environmental factors. The sub-agent creates a manifest of connected devices, enabling dynamic updates and configuration management based on real-time assessments. Each device is described by an orchestrated device descriptor (ODD), detailing its non-configurable aspects such as CPU performance and network capabilities.

Operational Process

An anchor node within the workspace collects telemetry readings and configuration settings from connected devices. This information is compiled into a status update document in a machine-readable format like JSON. The document is stored in a cloud-based management system, allowing for continuous updates as configurations change or new devices are integrated. The adaptive module at the cloud server orchestrates task ownership among nodes, ensuring efficient handling of updates and configurations across the workspace.