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Method and system for a graceful reroute of connections on a link

US7518981B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 23, 2001
Grant dateApr 14, 2009
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Expiry dateAug 20, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L2012/5627
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and system for a graceful reroute of connections on a link are described. According to one embodiment, in a digital communications network, a method comprises blocking new connections from being established over a link. Old connections are rerouted around the link; and the link is taken out of service.

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