Multiplex communications – Diagnostic testing – Fault detection
Reexamination Certificate
2003-10-31
2011-11-01
Pham, Chi (Department: 2471)
Multiplex communications
Diagnostic testing
Fault detection
Reexamination Certificate
active
08050180
ABSTRACT:
Systems and methods for gathering troubleshooting information through one or more networks are disclosed. In one embodiment, the method comprises a switch port configured to receive a frame that has information added by another switch. As the frame traverses the network, control logic in the switch adds additional information into the frame from the current switch.
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Adhami Mohammad
Brocade Communications Systems, Inc.
Pham Chi
Wong, Cabello, Lutsch, Rutherford & Brucculeri L.L.P.
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