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Network communication at unaddressed network devices

US8661292B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 13, 2011
Grant dateFeb 25, 2014
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Expiry dateApr 17, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L63/08
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method of network testing relies on communication with an unaddressed test device. The method includes collection of network addresses from packets passing through the test device and a discovery procedure. The collected addresses are provided to a remote control device, and used for communication between the test device and the control device.

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