This discussion revolves around a UEFI application that utilizes LLDP-MED packets at system boot to negotiate Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) power levels before the operating system is loaded. A significant part of the conversation focuses on the power demands of Intel Atom processors, where some models require more power than what standard PoE (802.3af) can provide. The newer 802.3bt standard, released in 2022, offers solutions by allowing up to 71W of power delivery, making it suitable for more power-intensive devices. Users also discuss experimenting with lower CPU clocks during boot as a means of reducing initial power consumption, although they express doubts about its efficiency compared to the app's approach.