Addressing scheme implemented in access networks

Details Addressing scheme implemented in access networks Addressing scheme implemented in access networks

2001-06-27

2008-03-25

Nguyen, Hanh (Department: 2616)

Multiplex communications

Communication techniques for information carried in plural...

Adaptive

C370S432000, C370S390000, C725S114000, C725S117000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07349430

ABSTRACT:
An improved addressing scheme is disclosed for use in access networks. According to a specific embodiment, upstream and/or downstream channels may be grouped together based upon logical associations rather than physical associations. Further, according to at least one embodiment of the present invention, various techniques are described for routing selected channel MAP messages to appropriate channels and/or nodes within the access network.

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