Access Network Device Activation Using Installation Status
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current site deployment of access network devices is performed at a granularity of an entire device, leading to insufficient flexibility.
Innovation Solution
A communication method that allows for site deployment at the granularity of individual communication devices within the access network device, such as baseband units or radio frequency units, by obtaining and utilizing configuration data based on installation status information like location, azimuth, or height.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If site deployment is performed at a granularity of an entire access network device, then the deployment process is simple, but the flexibility is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the access network device into multiple independent communication devices (baseband units and radio frequency units). Each communication device can be independently deployed and configured, allowing flexible site deployment at the granularity of individual devices rather than requiring deployment of the entire access network device as a single unit.
2Measurement precision
If configuration data is obtained based on installation status information, then individual devices can be accurately distinguished and activated, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The communication device obtains its own installation status information (location, azimuth, height) and uses this information to identify itself and obtain corresponding configuration data. This self-identification mechanism eliminates the need for manual device distinction and reduces operational complexity while maintaining accurate device identification.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses installation status parameters (location, azimuth, height) as key identifiers to distinguish between different communication devices. By obtaining configuration data based on these parameter changes, the system achieves accurate device distinction without requiring complex identification mechanisms.
3Ease of operation
If manual intervention is reduced through automated configuration, then the deployment process is simplified, but the automation level increases system complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The communication device automatically obtains installation status information, identifies itself, and retrieves corresponding configuration data without requiring manual intervention from deployment personnel. This self-service mechanism simplifies the deployment process while the automation is achieved through built-in device capabilities rather than complex external systems.
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AI summary
This application provides a communication method and a communication apparatus. Configuration data used to activate a first apparatus may be obtained from a network management device based on first information indicating an installation status of the first apparatus of an access network device. In other words, the network management device may deliver the configuration data at a granularity of a communication device that forms the access network device, to implement site deployment at the granularity of the communication device.