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Techniques for managing configuration for a system of devices arranged in a network

  • US 6,988,102 B2
  • Filed: 08/31/2001
  • Issued: 01/17/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/29/1999
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for managing a system that includes a plurality of devices arranged in a network, the method comprising the steps of:

  • gathering and storing in a centralized repository metadata that reflects configuration information about said system, and about each device of said plurality of devices, wherein said configuration information dictates a manner of operation for one or more of said plurality of devices within said network;

    modifying metadata within said centralized repository to initiate configuration changes within said network; and

    modifying the operation of one or more of said plurality of devices within said network by propagating said configuration changes from said centralized repository to the devices on said network to cause said configuration changes to take place.

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