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Extension of link aggregation protocols over the network

  • US 20030128706A1
  • Filed: 06/14/2001
  • Published: 07/10/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/14/2001
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for connecting link aggregation compatible devices over a communication network comprising:

  • (a) receiving a request to establish a connection between said devices, said connection being defined by specific traffic parameters;

    (b) detecting a plurality of maximally disjoint paths between said devices, said maximally disjoint paths being formed by compatible physical links; and

    (c) establishing said connection over two or more logical links along a respective two or more maximum disjoint paths and aggregating said logical links into a virtual path having said specific traffic parameters.

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