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Device and method for transferring unbundled network elements between local exchange carriers

US7046787B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 3, 2004
Grant dateMay 16, 2006
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Expiry dateAug 3, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04Q2213/13383
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus for transferring service between local exchange carriers. The method includes connecting a second local exchange carrier switch to a first local exchange carrier distribution frame while a first local exchange carrier switch is connected to the first local exchange carrier distribution frame. The method also includes initiating a disconnection of the first local exchange carrier switch from the first local exchange carrier distribution frame.

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