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Methods and systems for automatic network service configuration

US11621943B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJan 18, 2022
Grant dateApr 4, 2023
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Expiry dateJan 18, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D30/00
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of a device and method are disclosed. In an embodiment, a method for automatic network service configuration involves using a packet manager of a switch in a network, receiving a packet containing dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) request information from a network device in the network, and using the packet manager of the switch in the network, obtaining routing configuration and Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) configuration of the network device in response to the packet containing the DHCP request information.

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