LAN/ATM switch having local packet switching and an ATM core fabric
US7468977B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 18, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 23, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L2012/5665
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A device for switching data packets providing for local packet switching and non-local ATM switching. The device provides a packet switch coupled with LAN ports and provides for local switching between the LAN ports over the packet switch. Packets not known to be destined for data terminal equipment coupled with one of the ports are segmented and switched over an ATM backplane, switch or network.
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