L2 method for partial VLAN service migration
US8705542B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 21, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 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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