Method of detecting network errors

Details Method of detecting network errors Method of detecting network errors

1997-10-01

2000-10-17

Beausoliel, Jr., Robert W.

Error detection/correction and fault detection/recovery

Data processing system error or fault handling

Reliability and availability

709239, 370409, H04B 174, G06F 1107

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061346780

ABSTRACT:
A method is described for providing fault tolerance within a computer system. The method allows multiple network interface cards to reside within the same computer system. If a primary network interface card fails, a secondary network interface card automatically begins managing the network communications. In addition, a method of load-sharing data transmissions between each network interface card installed in a server computer is described.

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