SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPERATIVELY COUPLING PERIPHERAL DEVICES WITHIN A PERIPHERAL DEVICE WORKSPACE ACCORDING TO COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL BEST SUITED FOR DEVICE CAPABILITIES

Smart overview of the Invention

The patent application outlines a system and method for optimizing the connection of peripheral devices within a workspace. It involves a cloud orchestrator that utilizes telemetry readings to determine the best communication protocol for connecting peripheral devices to an information handling system. This approach ensures optimal performance based on the current usage pattern and capabilities of the devices involved.

Field of Use

This technology is designed to automate the configuration of peripheral devices in shared workspaces. It selects the most suitable communication protocol from options like wired connections, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, and others, depending on the specific capabilities of each device. The system is particularly useful in environments where multiple users share peripheral devices.

Background

Information handling systems are crucial for processing, storing, and communicating data across various applications. These systems can vary widely in their capabilities based on user needs, such as e-commerce or global communications. They typically connect to multiple peripheral devices like keyboards, mice, displays, and more, which may require different communication protocols.

User Scenarios

The system is beneficial for hybrid work environments where users frequently switch between different workspaces. It automates the configuration of peripheral devices according to user preferences and available protocols at each location. This reduces manual setup time and ensures consistent performance across different workspaces.

Technical Implementation

The system relies on an ecosystem manageability sub-agent within the user's information handling system to monitor telemetry readings. These include time, location, applications in use, and environmental conditions. This data helps create a comprehensive manifest of devices and configurations for each workspace, stored in a cloud database for seamless management and updates.