Modular bridging-device

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2005-08-09

2005-08-09

Pham, Chi (Department: 2667)

Multiplex communications

Fault recovery

Bypass an inoperative station

C370S426000, C370S424000, C370S242000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06928049

ABSTRACT:
A method of managing connectivity of a cluster of bridging-devices including a plurality of links. The method includes pre-designating at least one of the links as a redundant link which is blocked when all the other links are operative and connected in accordance with a predetermined scheme, determining connectivity data on the connectivity of the links of the cluster, and activating or blocking the pre-designated redundant at least one link responsive to the connectivity data.

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