公开(公告)号：US07065627B2

公开(公告)日：2006-06-20

申请号：US10105688

申请日：2002-03-25

Applicant: Richard Alan Dayan ,  Joseph Wayne Freeman ,  Randall Scott Springfield

Inventor： Richard Alan Dayan ,  Joseph Wayne Freeman ,  Randall Scott Springfield

IPC: G06F12/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/0601 ,  G06F9/4406 ,  G06F2003/0697

Abstract: A method and system for providing an event driven hardfile image in a computer system is disclosed. The computer system includes a hardfile, a hardfile adapter, a master boot record and an operating system. The method and system include providing an extended physical partition table describing a plurality of partitions on the hardfile and defining at least one image using a utility. Each image corresponds to at least a portion of the plurality of partitions and to a corresponding event. An image is to be mapped to the master boot record in response to an occurrence of the corresponding event. The method and system also include providing an event driven table including each of the at least one image.

公开(公告)号：US07043587B2

公开(公告)日：2006-05-09

申请号：US09957253

申请日：2001-09-20

Applicant: Thomas Charles Burke ,  Daryl Carvis Cromer ,  Richard Alan Dayan ,  Eric Kern ,  Randall Scott Springfield

Inventor： Thomas Charles Burke ,  Daryl Carvis Cromer ,  Richard Alan Dayan ,  Eric Kern ,  Randall Scott Springfield

IPC: G06F13/00

CPC classification number: G06F9/4411

Abstract: A method and system for controlling the addition of a USB device to a host computer system via a hardware hot plug detector that monitors USB ports. The differential signal lines connecting to the USB device are logically OR'ed together, such that logically high D+ or D− signals from the USB device signal a central processing unit's (CPU) system management interrupt (SMI) line to initiate system management mode (SMM). Entering SMM transfers control of the host computer system to an SMI Interrupt Handler BIOS, which resides in the SMM address space of the hose computer system. The SMM BIOS is loaded into the SMM address space during Power On Self Test (POST) and is secured prior to booting the Operating System (OS). The SMM BIOS code contains instructions as to whether or not the connected USB device should be made visible to the operating system of the computer. If the device is not authorized, it is disabled, the D+/D− lines are not connected to the USB host controller, and the SMI signal is cleared, allowing the computer to continue operation without the operating system ever being aware of the USB device.

公开(公告)号：US07013384B2

公开(公告)日：2006-03-14

申请号：US10047219

申请日：2002-01-15

Applicant: David Carroll Challener ,  Steven Dale Goodman ,  Kevin Michael Reinberg ,  Randall Scott Springfield ,  James Peter Ward

Inventor： David Carroll Challener ,  Steven Dale Goodman ,  Kevin Michael Reinberg ,  Randall Scott Springfield ,  James Peter Ward

IPC: G06F9/24

CPC classification number: G06F21/57 ,  G06F9/4406 ,  G06F15/177

Abstract: A computer system contains selectively available boot block codes. A first boot block is of the conventional type and is stored in storage media such as flash ROM on a system planar with the processor of the computer system. A second boot block is located on a feature card and contains an immutable security code in compliance with the Trusted Computing Platform Alliance (TCPA) specification. The boot block on the feature card is enabled if the first boot block detects the presence of the feature card. The computer system can be readily modified as the computer system is reconfigured, while maintaining compliance with the TCPA specification. A switching mechanism controls which of the boot blocks is to be activated. The feature card is disabled in the event of a computer system reset to prevent access to the TCPA compliant code and function.

公开(公告)号：US06922787B2

公开(公告)日：2005-07-26

申请号：US09929807

申请日：2001-08-14

Applicant: Isaac Karpel ,  William Fred Keown ,  Randall Scott Springfield

Inventor： Isaac Karpel ,  William Fred Keown ,  Randall Scott Springfield

IPC: G06F1/20 ,  G06F1/32 ,  G06F9/445 ,  G06F1/26

CPC classification number: G06F8/65 ,  G06F1/206 ,  G06F1/3203 ,  Y02D10/42

Abstract: A method and system for providing correct operational parameters for up-level design components utilized within a computer system after a low level basic input/output system (BIOS) code has been qualified. A patch file is created or obtained for a component that is added to a computer system after a BIOS code has been qualified for the computer system. The patch file includes the operating parameters (or profiles) of the component. The flash module is designed with a memory block reserved for holding data from the patch file, which can be updated independently of the rest of the flash module. The Advance Configuration Program Interface (ACPI) or advanced power management (APM) code of the computer system is modified to dynamically read the parameters from this memory block and update their respective functions accordingly. During set up of the computer system, the patch file is flashed into the reserved block of the flash module. The data is merged by the FLASH utility into the existing BIOS so that the computer system has the correct parameters for the particular component.

Abstract translation: 一种方法和系统，用于在低级基本输入/输出系统（BIOS）代码被限定之后，为在计算机系统内使用的上位设计组件提供正确的操作参数。 为BIOS计算机系统的BIOS代码合格后，为添加到计算机系统的组件创建或获取补丁文件。 补丁文件包括组件的操作参数（或配置文件）。 闪存模块设计有一个保留用于保存补丁文件中的数据的存储块，可以独立于闪存模块的其余部分进行更新。 修改计算机系统的高级配置程序接口（ACPI）或高级电源管理（APM）代码，以动态地从该存储器块读取参数并相应地更新其各自的功能。 在设置计算机系统期间，补丁文件闪存到闪存模块的保留块中。 数据由FLASH实用程序合并到现有BIOS中，以便计算机系统具有特定组件的正确参数。

公开(公告)号：US20050108564A1

公开(公告)日：2005-05-19

申请号：US10712237

申请日：2003-11-13

Applicant: Joseph Wayne Freeman ,  Steven Dale Goodman ,  Randall Scott Springfield

Inventor： Joseph Wayne Freeman ,  Steven Dale Goodman ,  Randall Scott Springfield

IPC: G06F12/14 ,  G06F21/00 ,  H04L9/00

CPC classification number: G06F21/572 ,  G06F21/575

Abstract: A method, computer program product and system for reducing the boot time of a TCPA based computing system. A flash memory in the TCPA based computing system may include a register comprising bits configured to indicate whether the segments of the flash memory have been updated. The flash memory may further include a table configured to store measurements of the segments of the flash memory. The flash memory may further include a boot block code that includes a Core Root of Trust for Measurement (CRTM). The CRTM may read the bits in the register to determine if any of the segments of the flash memory have been updated. The CRTM may further obtain the measurement values in the table for those segments that store the POST BIOS code that have not been updated thereby saving time from measuring the POST BIOS code and consequently reducing the boot time.

Abstract translation: 一种用于减少基于TCPA的计算系统的启动时间的方法，计算机程序产品和系统。 基于TCPA的计算系统中的闪速存储器可以包括寄存器，其包括被配置为指示闪速存储器的段是否已被更新的位。 闪存可以进一步包括被配置为存储闪存的片段的测量的表。 闪速存储器还可以包括引导块代码，其包括用于测量的信任核心根（CRTM）。 CRTM可以读取寄存器中的位，以确定闪存中的任何段是否已更新。 CRTM可以进一步获得存储POST BIOS代码的那些片段的表中的测量值，从而节省了测量POST BIOS代码的时间，从而减少了引导时间。

公开(公告)号：US06832262B2

公开(公告)日：2004-12-14

申请号：US09759936

申请日：2001-01-12

Applicant: Daryl Carvis Cromer ,  Richard Alan Dayan ,  Eric Richard Kern ,  Randall Scott Springfield ,  Joseph Wayne Freeman ,  Robert Duane Johnson ,  Brandon Jon Ellison

Inventor： Daryl Carvis Cromer ,  Richard Alan Dayan ,  Eric Richard Kern ,  Randall Scott Springfield ,  Joseph Wayne Freeman ,  Robert Duane Johnson ,  Brandon Jon Ellison

IPC: G06F1516

CPC classification number: H04L63/0421 ,  H04L29/12 ,  H04L29/12009 ,  H04L29/12018 ,  H04L29/12811 ,  H04L61/00 ,  H04L61/10 ,  H04L61/6009 ,  H04L69/22

Abstract: A method and system are disclosed for substituting an anonymous media access controller (MAC) address for a client computer system's real MAC address in order to disguise an identity of the client computer system when the client computer system is utilizing a network. The client computer system is coupled to a server computer system via the network. A primary storage device is established for storing a MAC address. A MAC address which is stored in the primary storage device is utilized as a network address for the client computer system when the client computer system is utilizing the network. An anonymous MAC address is generated. The anonymous MAC address is not associated with any particular client computer system. The anonymous MAC address is then stored in the primary storage device. The client computer system utilizes the anonymous MAC address as the network address for the client computer system when the client computer system is utilizing the network.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于将匿名媒体访问控制器（MAC）地址替换为客户端计算机系统的真实MAC地址的方法和系统，以便在客户端计算机系统利用网络时伪装客户端计算机系统的标识。 客户端计算机系统经由网络耦合到服务器计算机系统。 建立主存储设备用于存储MAC地址。 当客户计算机系统正在利用网络时，存储在主存储设备中的MAC地址被用作客户端计算机系统的网络地址。 生成匿名MAC地址。 匿名MAC地址不与任何特定的客户端计算机系统相关联。 然后将匿名MAC地址存储在主存储设备中。 当客户端计算机系统正在利用网络时，客户端计算机系统利用匿名MAC地址作为客户端计算机系统的网络地址。

公开(公告)号：US06711690B2

公开(公告)日：2004-03-23

申请号：US09953775

申请日：2001-09-17

Applicant: Richard Alan Dayan ,  Steven Dale Goodman ,  Joseph Michael Pennisi ,  Randall Scott Springfield

Inventor： Richard Alan Dayan ,  Steven Dale Goodman ,  Joseph Michael Pennisi ,  Randall Scott Springfield

IPC: G06F900

CPC classification number: G06F21/79

Abstract: A secure write blocking circuit and method of operation thereof. The secure write blocking circuit includes enable and disable block input terminals coupled to a blocking circuit. The blocking circuit, such as a set/reset latch in a preferred embodiment, generates a block signal to prevent write access to a nonvolatile memory device, such as flash memory, in response to signals provided to the enable and disable input terminals. The secure write blocking circuit also includes an interrupt generator, coupled to the disable block input terminal, that generates an interrupt signal in response to a signal at the disable input terminal. In a related embodiment the secure write blocking circuit also includes a logic circuit, coupled to the blocking circuit, that receives the block signal and a write enable signal and in response thereto generates a control signal to a write enable input of the nonvolatile memory device.

Abstract translation: 一种安全的写阻塞电路及其操作方法。 安全写阻断电路包括耦合到阻塞电路的使能和禁止块输入端。 阻塞电路，例如在优选实施例中的设置/复位锁存器，响应于提供给使能和禁止输入端子的信号，产生阻塞信号以防止对非易失性存储器件（例如闪速存储器）的写访问。 安全写阻断电路还包括耦合到禁用块输入端的中断发生器，其响应于禁用输入端的信号而产生中断信号。 在相关实施例中，安全写入分块电路还包括耦合到分块电路的逻辑电路，其接收块信号和写使能信号，并响应于此产生对非易失性存储器件的写使能输入的控制信号。

公开(公告)号：US06609207B1

公开(公告)日：2003-08-19

申请号：US09260921

申请日：1999-03-02

Applicant: Daryl Carvis Cromer ,  Brandon Jon Ellison ,  Eric Richard Kern ,  Howard Locker ,  Randall Scott Springfield ,  James Peter Ward

Inventor： Daryl Carvis Cromer ,  Brandon Jon Ellison ,  Eric Richard Kern ,  Howard Locker ,  Randall Scott Springfield ,  James Peter Ward

IPC: G06F1214

CPC classification number: G06F21/88 ,  G06F21/31

Abstract: A data processing system and method including a docking station and a portable computer capable of being coupled to the docking station are disclosed for securing the docking station, the portable computer, and for securing the attachment of the docking station to the portable computer. The portable computer is coupled to the docking station. A disconnection password is established. When the portable computer is disconnected from the docking station, a user is prompted for the disconnection password. The portable computer is disabled in response to a failure to correctly enter the disconnection password, wherein the portable computer is inoperable without a correct entry of the disconnection password. When a portable computer is connected to the docking station, a correct entry of a connection password is required. In response to a failure to correctly enter the connection password, access to the docking station is prohibited. When the docking station is physically removed from its stationary support, correct entry of a relocation password is required. In response to a failure to correctly enter the password, access to the docking station is prohibited.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种数据处理系统和方法，其包括对接站和能够连接到对接站的便携式计算机，用于固定对接站，便携式计算机，以及用于将对接站的连接固定到便携式计算机。 便携式计算机耦合到对接站。 断开密码建立。 当便携式计算机与对接站断开连接时，提示用户断开连接密码。 响应于无法正确输入断开密码，便携式计算机被禁用，其中便携式计算机在不正确输入断开密码的情况下是不可操作的。 当便携式计算机连接到扩展坞时，需要正确输入连接密码。 响应于无法正确输入连接密码，禁止访问扩展坞。 当对接站从其固定支架物理上移除时，需要正确输入重新定位密码。 为了不正确输入密码，禁止访问扩展坞。

公开(公告)号：US06282643B1

公开(公告)日：2001-08-28

申请号：US09196563

申请日：1998-11-20

Applicant: Daryl Carvis Cromer ,  Brandon Jon Ellison ,  Howard J. Locker ,  Eric Richard Kern ,  Randall Scott Springfield

Inventor： Daryl Carvis Cromer ,  Brandon Jon Ellison ,  Howard J. Locker ,  Eric Richard Kern ,  Randall Scott Springfield

IPC: G06F945

CPC classification number: G06F9/4401

Abstract: Disclosed is a personal computer system which includes a central processing unit (CPU) coupled to a direct access storage device (DASD), a random access memory (RAM), and a LAN controller. A flash memory module is coupled to the CPU and an input/output (IO) bus and includes a basic input output system (BIOS) stored therein. The BIOS is effective for responding to the energization of the computer system by initiating a power on self test (POST). The BIOS is further operative on completion of the POST for transferring a portion of BIOS from the module to the RAM and for transferring control of the of the computer system to the BIOS portion. The portion of BIOS is operative to load a protected mode operating system (OS) into RAM and transfer control to the OS. The system further includes a logic circuit coupled to the flash memory module and the IO bus. A communication subsystem is coupled to the IO bus, the logic circuit and the flash memory for allowing the remote computer to access the BIOS in flash memory while the protected mode OS is running.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种个人计算机系统，其包括耦合到直接存取存储设备（DASD），随机存取存储器（RAM）和LAN控制器的中央处理单元（CPU）。 闪存模块耦合到CPU和输入/输出（IO）总线，并且包括存储在其中的基本输入输出系统（BIOS）。 BIOS通过启动电源自检（POST）来响应计算机系统的通电。 在完成POST以将BIOS的一部分从模块传送到RAM并用于将计算机系统的控制传送到BIOS部分的同时，BIOS进一步操作。 BIOS的部分操作是将保护模式操作系统（OS）加载到RAM中，并将控制传输到OS。 该系统还包括耦合到闪存模块和IO总线的逻辑电路。 通信子系统耦合到IO总线，逻辑电路和闪存，用于允许远程计算机在保护模式OS正在运行时访问闪存中的BIOS。

公开(公告)号：US06249812B1

公开(公告)日：2001-06-19

申请号：US09164658

申请日：1998-10-01

Applicant: Daryl Carvis Cromer ,  Gregory William Kilmer ,  Howard Jeffrey Locker ,  Randall Scott Springfield ,  James Peter Ward

Inventor： Daryl Carvis Cromer ,  Gregory William Kilmer ,  Howard Jeffrey Locker ,  Randall Scott Springfield ,  James Peter Ward

IPC: G06F1760

CPC classification number: H04L41/24 ,  H04L41/0681

Abstract: A client on a network is provided with auxiliary low power logic, at the network adaptor, that is always active and simulates network traffic (e.g., Ethernet format) normally sent under control of the main client system processor(s). This logic collects client status information and reports to the network manager, irrespective of the system's CPU power level, information and provides for interaction between the user and the administration or network manager to exercise broader control and perform repair and upgrades which would otherwise require a dialog with the user and/or limit repair and reconfiguration of the client system to off-hours activity. The auxiliary logic also can receive and interpret commands from the network that conform to a predefined format.

Abstract translation: 在网络上的客户机提供辅助低功率逻辑，在网络适配器处，其始终是活动的并且模拟通常在主客户端系统处理器的控制下发送的网络流量（例如，以太网格式）。 该逻辑收集客户端状态信息并向网络管理员报告，而不管系统的CPU功率级别，信息，并提供用户与管理或网络管理者之间的交互，以执行更广泛的控制并执行维修和升级，否则需要对话 用户和/或限制修复和重新配置客户端系统到非工作活动。 辅助逻辑还可以接收和解释来自网络的符合预定格式的命令。