Access Point Device Initial Backhaul Connection Optimization
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Solution Overview
Problem
The initial configuration of access point devices in wireless networks can take significant time, leading to user confusion and increased costs due to delays in establishing connections, as the device selects the best channel for backhaul performance, which can take over seven minutes and is often misinterpreted as a configuration failure.
Innovation Solution
Establish an initial backhaul connection using a predetermined radio frequency and then optimize it based on network performance parameters after sending a configuration notification to the user, allowing the configuration to proceed without sacrificing performance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the access point device performs comprehensive channel selection and optimization during initialization, then the backhaul connection performance is improved, but the configuration time increases significantly (over seven minutes)
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by establishing an initial backhaul connection using a predetermined channel before completing the full configuration process. The access point device first connects to the extender access point device using a pre-selected channel, then performs channel optimization afterward. This allows the configuration to proceed without waiting for the time-consuming initial channel selection, reducing total configuration time while maintaining the ability to optimize performance later.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the configuration process into distinct phases: initial connection establishment using a predetermined channel, followed by channel optimization. This segmentation separates the critical path (initial connection) from the optimization phase, allowing the access point device to establish functionality quickly while preserving the option to improve performance through subsequent channel selection and optimization.
2Reliability
If the access point device waits for channel selection to complete before establishing connection, then the backhaul performance is optimized, but the user perceives configuration failure due to extended delay
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by establishing an initial backhaul connection using a predetermined channel before completing the full configuration process. The access point device first connects to the extender access point device using a pre-selected channel, then performs channel optimization afterward. This allows the configuration to proceed without waiting for the time-consuming initial channel selection, reducing total configuration time while maintaining the ability to optimize performance later.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback by notifying the user that the configuration is in progress and will be completed soon. This feedback mechanism manages user expectations during the configuration process, preventing misinterpretation of the extended delay as configuration failure. The user is informed that the access point device is establishing the backhaul connection and optimizing parameters, providing transparency about the current state.
3Loss of time
If the access point device uses predetermined channel for initial connection, then the configuration time is reduced, but the initial backhaul performance may be suboptimal
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by making the backhaul channel selection adaptive and adjustable. The system initially uses a predetermined channel for quick connection establishment, then dynamically transitions to an optimized channel based on real-time network conditions. This dynamic approach allows the system to balance speed and performance, adjusting the channel selection based on the actual network environment and requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the configuration process into distinct phases: initial connection establishment using a predetermined channel, followed by channel optimization. This segmentation separates the critical path (initial connection) from the optimization phase, allowing the access point device to establish functionality quickly while preserving the option to improve performance through subsequent channel selection and optimization.
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AI summary
Configuration of a main access point device (APD) requires an amount of time that can cause a user to incorrectly assume that that issues have arisen during configuration. The amount of time can be due in part to the APD determining a backhaul connection for use with an EAPD, for example, a satellite APD. The APD can determine an initial backhaul connection for use during the configuration. This initial backhaul connection can be based, for example, on one or more default configuration parameters. The APD can proceed with configuration using the initial backhaul connection. The APD can send a configuration notification to a client device associated with the user that informs the user, for example, that the configuration is completed and that a backhaul optimization is being performed. In this way, the user is informed of the status of the configuration such that costs and resources can be conserved.