Port extender
US9887917B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 18, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 6, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 21, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L2101/622
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An extended bridge structure that includes a controlling bridge and port extenders is disclosed. A port extender according to some embodiments of the present invention includes a processor that processes receives packets in a way that executes at least one procedure that substitutes for a function of the controlling bridge. A controlling bridge according to the present invention provides data to the port extender that enables it to execute the at least one procedure that substitutes for a function of the controlling bridge.
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