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Method and Apparatus for Dynamically Configuring Virtual Internet Protocol Addresses

  • US 20090106404A1
  • Filed: 10/18/2007
  • Published: 04/23/2009
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/18/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of maintaining IP address configuration of a network connection, comprising the steps of:

  • transmitting an IP address configuration communication from a first adapter in a host coupled to a network, said IP address configuration communication being intended for a device on said network other than said host;

    receiving said IP address configuration communication in a second adapter in said host coupled to said network;

    responsive to receiving said IP address configuration communication in said second adapter, automatically determining that said first and second adapters are coupled to the same network; and

    responsive to automatically determining that said first and second adapters are coupled to the same network, automatically performing at least one configuration step for configuring an IP address associated with at least one of said first and second adapters.

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