Abstraction layer and distribution scope for a logical switch router architecture
US9942096B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 23, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 10, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 23, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L45/56
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A tool for forwarding plane support in a distributed system utilizing a three-tiered architecture. The tool receives one or more messages, wherein the one or more messages include a plurality of state information. The tool determines a distribution scope for the one or more messages based, at least in part, on the plurality of state information. The tool determines a destination endpoint ID for the one or more messages, wherein the destination endpoint ID identifies one or more switch units to receive the one or more messages. The tool sends the one or more messages to a forwarding plane agent for distribution to the one or more switch units based, at least in part, on the distribution scope and the destination endpoint ID.
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