Automated Main Distribution Frame Port Configuration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current remote access communication systems require frequent on-site maintenance for service fulfillment and user configuration changes, leading to high labor costs and delayed service responses due to manual wire jumping and configuration modifications.
Innovation Solution
An automated remote access communication system featuring an automated main distribution frame (AMDF) and a device management system that allows for remote configuration and validation of port correspondences between user devices and remote access devices through a matrix switch module, reducing the need for on-site operations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual wire jumping and configuration modifications are performed on-site for service fulfillment, then service configuration can be completed, but labor costs increase and service response time delays
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical wire jumping operations with an automated main distribution frame that uses a matrix switch module controlled by a device management system. The controller automatically configures port correspondences between user devices and remote access devices through electronic control signals, eliminating the need for maintainers to physically jump wires on-site. This substitution of mechanical manual operations with automated electronic control directly reduces both labor costs and service response time.
2Ease of repair
If maintainers frequently travel to remote field locations for maintenance operations, then user service requirements can be fulfilled, but labor costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The automated main distribution frame enables self-service functionality where the system automatically configures port correspondences and fulfills service requirements without requiring external maintenance personnel. The device management system sends configuration commands that are automatically executed by the controller, allowing the system to service itself remotely. This eliminates the need for maintainers to travel to remote locations, significantly reducing labor costs while maintaining full service fulfillment capability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If manual configuration changes are made in the device and main distribution frame, then service requirements can be adjusted, but operational complexity and error potential increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a device management system as an intermediary between the user/service requirements and the actual configuration changes in the remote access device and main distribution frame. The system translates service requirements into standardized configuration commands, which are then automatically executed by the controller. This intermediary layer simplifies the configuration process by providing a unified interface and automated command generation, reducing operational complexity and minimizing human error while maintaining service configuration flexibility.
4Reliability
If on-site wire jumping is performed for each user service requirement, then port correspondence can be established, but service fulfillment time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The automated main distribution frame performs preliminary configuration actions by pre-establishing the matrix switch module and port correspondence structures. When a service requirement arrives, the controller quickly configures the appropriate port correspondences using pre-programmed logic and automated command execution. This preliminary preparation of the system architecture and automated configuration capability enables rapid service fulfillment while maintaining accurate port correspondence, eliminating the time-consuming manual wire jumping process for each service.
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AI summary
The present invention discloses a remote access Communication system, which includes an automated main distribution frame, a remote access device and a device management system. Under control of the device management system, the automated main distribution frame and the remote access device implement auto port-correspondence between a user and the remote access device, therefore accomplishing automatic switch function. The present invention also provides a control method utilizing the above system, in which after receiving a configuration command and verifying the command, the main distribution frame configures a switch module, therefore accomplishing an automatic switch system. The present invention reduces operation costs effectively and improves speed of service fulfillment.