core hardware

[kɔr ˈhɑrdwɛr]
nounpl: core hardware (invariable)
núcleo de hardware
1. The essential or fundamental physical components of a computer system that are critical to its basic operation and performance
The core hardware of the server includes the CPU, RAM, and power supply.
O núcleo de hardware do servidor inclui a CPU, RAM e a fonte de alimentação.
2. The minimal set of physical computing resources required for a system to function
Before upgrading software, ensure your core hardware meets the minimum requirements.
Antes de atualizar o software, certifique-se de que seu núcleo de hardware atende aos requisitos mínimos.
3. In distributed computing, the primary processing units and memory that form the foundation of a computing cluster
The data center's core hardware consists of high-performance processors and redundant storage systems.
O núcleo de hardware do data center consiste em processadores de alto desempenho e sistemas de armazenamento redundante.
This is primarily technical terminology used in IT and computer science contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, English terms are frequently borrowed in the tech industry, so 'core hardware' may be used alongside 'núcleo de hardware' in technical documentation and professional communication. In the United States, this term is standard in data centers, software development, and IT infrastructure discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
essential hardwarefundamental hardwarebase hardwareprimary hardware componentshardware infrastructure
Antonyms / Antônimos
peripheral hardwareaccessory hardwareoptional hardware

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
núcleo de hardware
Standard technical term used in IT contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
hardware essencial / núcleo de hardware
Commonly used in tech hubs and corporate environments
Portugal
núcleo de hardware / componentes de hardware essenciais
Portuguese IT professionals may use slightly more formal phrasing
General English (USA)
core hardware
Standard term in American IT and tech industry documentation

Related Words

hardwareCPUprocessormemorymotherboardsystem requirementsinfrastructurefirmware

Related Idioms & Phrases

core hardware requirements
core hardware failure
core hardware upgrade
push the core hardware to its limits
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