Automatic deployment and transparent proxy method of zero-configuration AI gateway

Abstract

The application discloses an automatic deployment and transparent proxy method of a zero-configuration AI gateway, and belongs to the technical field of network configuration and proxy. After the gateway is plugged in, the network topology is automatically detected, network parameters are configured, and transparent proxy rules are issued, only large model traffic is handled for diversion, non-AI traffic is directly forwarded without SSL decryption, and any message is not modified. The SSL root certificate is automatically generated and issued only for the large model domain name, other website HTTPS traffic is not intercepted, and when the certificate is wrong, it is automatically backed up without affecting online. WAN / LAN port blind insertion, automatic detection of opposite device type, zero-configuration intranet penetration and automatic adaptation to network changes are supported. When the proxy fails, the network is abnormal or the certificate configuration fails, all traffic is automatically bypassed, and the normal online of users is not interrupted. The application solves the problems of complex gateway deployment and cumbersome certificate installation, realizes real plug-and-play, and greatly reduces the use threshold of ordinary users.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the fields of network configuration and transparent proxy technology, and specifically to a zero-configuration automatic deployment method for an AI gateway. Background Technology

[0002] Existing gateway or proxy device deployments require users to manually configure IP addresses, gateways, DNS, proxy ports, and SSL certificates, which is beyond the capabilities of ordinary users and presents a high deployment threshold. Transparent proxy solutions typically require manual installation of root certificates, which is complex to configure. Rule updates rely on manual operations and are prone to functional failures. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic deployment method for a zero-configuration AI gateway, which users can use simply by plugging in a network cable without any manual configuration. Attached Figure Description

[0004] Figure 1 This is an overall flowchart of the method of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a diagram illustrating the home network topology and device connections. Figure 3 A detailed flowchart for automated deployment and certificate issuance. Detailed Implementation

[0005] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments: Example 1: Home Plug and Play Deployment The user plugs this gateway between the optical modem and the router. After powering on, the gateway automatically identifies the network topology and completes WAN / LAN port IP configuration and transparent proxy rule distribution. The gateway only processes traffic from identified large-model APIs and websites; non-AI traffic is forwarded at line speed without modifying any packets, thus not affecting the user's normal internet speed. After the user's mobile phone connects to WiFi, the gateway automatically pushes a certificate installation page. After the user clicks to confirm, they can use the AI ​​service normally. The entire process requires no manual network settings. When the proxy fails, the network is abnormal, or the certificate configuration fails, the gateway automatically bypasses all traffic and forwards it at line speed without interrupting the user's normal internet access. Example 2: Blind insertion of WAN / LAN ports When a user plugs in the network cable backwards, the gateway automatically detects the type of the device on the other end of the network port and automatically switches between WAN and LAN modes. There is no need to distinguish the network port label, and it can be used normally. Example 3: Automatic Adaptation to Changes in Network Environment After a user replaces their router, the gateway automatically detects the network topology change and re-adapts the IP and routing rules without user intervention, ensuring the AI ​​service remains available. Example 4: One-click AI speed test The gateway supports one-click AI speed testing, automatically testing the latency and speed of various large models, automatically selecting the fastest model, and supporting one-click sharing of test results to social media platforms. Example 5: Remote Access Usage When users are at work or out and about, they do not need to configure a VPN or port forwarding. They can directly connect to their home gateway by accessing the exclusive encrypted domain through their mobile browser, use the bound AI membership service, remotely view their child's AI usage records, and adjust parental control settings. All interactive data is encrypted end-to-end, and the cloud only forwards messages and does not store user chat content or private data.

Claims

1. A method for automatic deployment and transparent proxying of a zero-configuration AI gateway, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: After the gateway is plugged in and connected to the network, it automatically sends probe packets to identify the network topology, obtain upstream network parameters, automatically configure WAN / LAN port IP addresses, and enable DHCP service. The gateway automatically issues transparent proxy rules, diverting all AI traffic to the local processing module through policy routing, while non-AI traffic is forwarded directly at line speed. The transparent proxy only diverts, decrypts, and processes traffic from identified large model APIs and websites. Non-AI traffic is not decrypted, parsed, or stored; it is forwarded directly at line speed without modifying any packets, thus not affecting the user's normal internet speed or access to other websites. The gateway automatically generates SSL root certificates and issues them only to domains related to large models through a forced portal. Users can complete the installation by clicking confirmation. It does not intercept or decrypt HTTPS traffic from other non-AI websites, and will not cause certificate errors on other websites. When the large model domain name certificate installation fails or is incorrect, it automatically reverts to the mode of not proxying the domain name, without affecting access to other websites; the gateway automatically connects to the cloud update server and silently updates the AI ​​traffic recognition rules, content filtering library, and model list, without interrupting the user's network during the update process; when the network topology changes, the gateway automatically re-adapts the network configuration without requiring the user to restart or reset. In the event of proxy failure, network anomaly, or certificate configuration failure, the gateway automatically bypasses all traffic and forwards all packets at line speed without interrupting the user's normal internet access. Throughout the entire deployment and usage process, users do not need to manually modify the terminal network configuration, manually set the proxy address or port, or manually install the global root certificate.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, It supports blind insertion of WAN / LAN ports, automatically detects the type of the device on the other end of the network port, and automatically switches between WAN / LAN modes. There is no need to distinguish the network port label. Users can use it normally by inserting any network cable, and it can also be used normally by inserting the network cable backwards.

3. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, After the gateway completes automatic deployment, it pushes a deployment success notification to the user through the management terminal and displays the current network topology, the list of connected devices, and the real-time monitoring status of AI traffic in a visual manner.

4. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upstream network parameters include IP range, DHCP settings, and DNS address.

5. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The policy routing is implemented based on an AI service feature library of domain names and IP addresses.

6. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The SSL root certificate is pushed to the terminal browser through the gateway's forced portal, and the user only needs to click to confirm to complete the installation.

7. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cloud-based update server adopts a canary release strategy, pushing updates in batches.

8. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, When automatic configuration fails, the gateway guides the user through a direct network port connection or a temporary Wi-Fi hotspot to complete a simple configuration without requiring professional network knowledge.

9. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The gateway supports one-click AI speed testing, automatically testing the latency and speed of various large models, automatically selecting the fastest model, and supporting the sharing of test results.

10. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The gateway supports zero-configuration intranet penetration. After a user binds their account for the first time, an end-to-end encrypted exclusive domain name is automatically generated. No public IP address, no manual port mapping, no network configuration modification, and no VPN configuration are required. Users can access the home gateway from the external network through the exclusive encrypted domain name to remotely use AI services and manage gateway settings. All remote traffic is end-to-end encrypted, and the cloud only forwards packets without storing user interaction data or plaintext content.

11. A zero-configuration AI gateway system, characterized in that, The system includes a gateway device and a cloud management platform. The deployment forms of the system include standalone hardware, router integration, and deployment as pure software on existing general-purpose computing devices. The gateway device is configured to perform the method described in any one of claims 1 to 10.

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