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OAM in OTN networks: GMPLS signaling for TCM

US9253067B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 23, 2012
Grant dateFeb 2, 2016
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Expiry dateJun 29, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L47/724
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Methods and nodes are disclosed for OAM configuring one or more tandem connection monitoring layers through GMPLS signaling during GMPLS sub-network connection (SNC) establishment. Additionally, methods and nodes are disclosed for OAM configuring one or more tandem connection monitoring layers through GMPLS signaling after GMPLS sub-network connection establishment, that is, for existing connections.

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