Activation of multiple XDSL modems with channel probe
US6735245B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 21, 1998 |
| Grant date | May 11, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 21, 2018 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L5/1438
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Method and apparatus for enabling data communication. The quality of a communication channel is determined using line probing techniques. In addition, capabilities of the communication devices are exchanged between a central location and a remote location. Based upon the quality of the communication channel, and the capabilities of the communication channel, an appropriate communication standard is selected.
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