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What is HOB?
Quick note explaining HOB for BIOS/UEFI and embedded firmware readers.
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What is HOB?
A HOB (Hand-Off Block) is data created in PEI to pass platform information to DXE.
Why it matters
- Explains the core language used in BIOS/UEFI source and logs.
- Helps identify where a concept appears in the boot flow.
- Serves as a bridge between specification terms and real firmware debugging.
Practical example
Example: when reading a boot log, search for HOB-related messages and note which phase produced them before jumping into source code.
Quick checklist
- Which phase is the last confirmed point in the log?
- Is there enough context around the failure?
- Can UEFI Shell output confirm the same state?
Quick takeaway
HOB is a small concept, but it often becomes important when reading logs or debugging real firmware.
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