Distributed PLD solution for reduced server cost and increased flexibility

Servers come in many different types: From rack and blade versions to tower and modular configurations for high density computing. Ideally each server is optimized to perform its specific task. On closer observation, however, most server designs share a number of common characteristics. Typically, they feature multiple processors, hot swappable storage, wide range of peripherals connected to CPU and PCH via PCIe, security services, and power management resources to name just a few common elements. So, while designers appear to create very different solutions for various applications, in most cases, they are customizing a basic server architecture.