18150877. BUFFER CONFIGURATION METHOD AND SWITCHING DEVICE simplified abstract (Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.)
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BUFFER CONFIGURATION METHOD AND SWITCHING DEVICE
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BUFFER CONFIGURATION METHOD AND SWITCHING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18150877 titled 'BUFFER CONFIGURATION METHOD AND SWITCHING DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method and device for configuring buffers in a switching device to prevent packet loss in a network.
- The method involves sending a measurement frame from a first switching device to a second switching device.
- The first switching device then receives a second measurement frame from the second switching device, which is generated based on the first measurement frame.
- The first switching device determines a buffer configuration parameter based on the first and second measurement frames.
- Finally, the first switching device sets a local buffer based on the configuration parameter.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Network switches and routers can use this method to automatically configure their buffers, ensuring efficient use of buffer space without packet loss.
- This technology can be applied in various network environments, including data centers, telecommunications networks, and enterprise networks.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Buffer configuration is a critical aspect of network performance, as inadequate buffer space can lead to packet loss and network congestion.
- This method solves the problem of manual buffer configuration by providing an automated approach based on measurement frames.
Benefits of this technology:
- By automatically configuring buffers, this technology reduces the risk of packet loss and improves overall network performance.
- It optimizes buffer space utilization, allowing for efficient use of network resources.
- The method eliminates the need for manual buffer configuration, saving time and effort for network administrators.
Original Abstract Submitted
This application provides a buffer configuration method and a switching device, to ensure no packet loss, and belongs to the field of network technologies. The method includes: sending, by a first switching device, a first measurement frame to a second switching device; receiving, by the first switching device, a second measurement frame sent by the second switching device, where the second measurement frame is generated through triggering based on the first measurement frame; determining, by the first switching device, a buffer configuration parameter based on the first measurement frame and the second measurement frame; and setting, by the first switching device, a local buffer based on the configuration parameter. This application is used to automatically configure a buffer of a switching device, thereby reducing buffer space without packet loss.
