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Method and implementation for using computer network topology objects

  • US 6,243,746 B1
  • Filed: 12/04/1998
  • Issued: 06/05/2001
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/04/1998
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for representing devices on a computer network, comprising the steps of:

  • a) identifying said devices on said computer network;

    b) creating topology objects configured to represent said devices;

    c) associating said topology objects with said devices identified on said computer network;

    d) storing said associated topology objects in a database managed by a topology service;

    e) receiving an alarm notification regarding a device or entity having an associated topology object stored in said database;

    f) extracting said topology object; and

    g) acting on said topology object in accordance with said alarm, wherein acting on said topology object includes the sub-steps of;

    i) updating an alarm count in said topology object;

    ii) propagating said notice to other topology nodes associated with said topology object;

    iii) storing information related to said alarm and said database; and

    iv) notifying other services on said computer network.

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