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System and method for network configuration

US9807031B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 16, 2011
Grant dateOct 31, 2017
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Expiry dateJul 16, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L49/00
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

One embodiment of the present invention provides a network device that facilitates configuration orchestration. During operation, the system interprets a configuration command and stores a data structure representing a set of business logic. The business logic can be triggered by the configuration command, a local condition, or both. Furthermore, the system configures the switch according to an outcome of the business logic.

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