Data path processing information included in the pseudowire layer of packets
US8345682B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 15, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jan 1, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 26, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L45/68
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Data path processing information is included in the pseudowire layer of pseudowire packets in order to provide information for use in the data path processing of data (e.g., a packet), typically, but not always, included in the payload of the pseudowire packet itself. The pseudowire packet typically includes in corresponding fields: a pseudowire label for identifying a pseudowire type; a pseudowire control word; and payload data. The pseudowire type identifies the structure of the pseudowire control word field and the payload field, including the location of data path meta data, such as in the pseudowire control word field or payload field. This data path meta data identifies one or more attributes for use in processing the payload data.
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