Operating and managing network application on a consumer network device using a control console incorporated into the consumer network device
US7631063B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 10, 2007 |
| Grant date | Dec 8, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 13, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L41/00
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of the present invention include apparatuses for a console controller in a network device. In one embodiment, the present invention includes a console controller, a display module and an input module in a network device so that a user can view, enter, or program network or network device settings at the network device. In another embodiment, the present invention can be programmed to include automated out-of-the-box initial setup procedures to guide a user in the setup, management and operation of a network devices such a DSL/Cable modems or routers, VoIP routers, wireless access points or gateways with or without remote or onsite technical support or update services.
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