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L2 method for partial VLAN service migration

US8705542B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 21, 2010
Grant dateApr 22, 2014
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Expiry dateJun 7, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L12/4641
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An upgraded edge node (e.g., enhanced PBB edge node, enhanced IP/MPLS edge node) and a method are described herein for providing a VLAN service for a customer in a metro network. In addition, a metro network is described herein which includes the upgraded edge nodes, traditional PB edge nodes, and a PB domain that has PB core nodes located therein.

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