Network access points using multiple devices
US7835328B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 12, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 16, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 20, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W88/18
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for providing access to a communication network includes providing a radio node comprising a first set of access point components including a radio component, and providing a physically separated controller node in communication with the radio node. The access point controller comprises a second set of access point components distinct from the first set of access point components, creating a distributed access point. A system controller may also be used to control at least one of the radio node and the controller node. The radio node, the controller node, and the system controller communicate over a communication link, such as a wireless or wired link.
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