Automatic Network Service Initiation via Installer Pairing
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Solution Overview
Problem
The manual and time-consuming process of network deployment, which includes configuring and initiating network services for devices, is error-prone and requires skilled network experts, making it challenging and costly, especially for small offices and branches where such expertise may not be readily available.
Innovation Solution
A method and device for automatic network service initiation, where a network service block (NSB) pairs with an installer device using Bluetooth or a mobile application, obtaining configuration information from the installer and cloud server to automatically initiate services like DHCP, OSPF, and LLDP, reducing the need for on-site network experts.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If manual configuration of network devices is performed by network experts, then network service initiation can be accurately configured, but the process becomes time-consuming and requires specialized expertise
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service by enabling network devices to automatically configure themselves through paired mobile devices. The network device receives configuration information wirelessly and autonomously initiates network services without requiring manual intervention from network experts, thereby maintaining configuration accuracy while significantly reducing deployment time.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical manual configuration process with an automated wireless communication system. Mobile devices use Bluetooth or WiFi to transmit configuration information to network devices, substituting the manual mechanical process of expert configuration with an automated electronic system that achieves the same configuration accuracy faster.
2Reliability
If manual network device configuration is performed, then proper network services can be initiated, but the process is error-prone and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates feedback mechanisms where the mobile device receives status information from the network device and provides real-time feedback on configuration progress. This feedback loop ensures reliable network service initiation by allowing the system to detect and correct errors automatically, while improving deployment efficiency through automated status monitoring and configuration validation.
Solution Approach 2:
The network device performs self-configuration by automatically receiving configuration parameters via wireless communication and autonomously initiating network services. This self-service approach eliminates manual configuration errors while maintaining high reliability through automated validation and error checking, thereby improving overall deployment efficiency.
3Adaptability or versatility
If network experts are deployed on-site for configuration, then complex network setups can be performed, but additional time and specialized skills are required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a mobile device as an intermediary between the network expert and the network equipment. The mobile device contains a specialized application that handles complex configuration tasks, acting as a mediator that translates expert knowledge into automated configuration actions. This reduces the need for on-site experts while maintaining adaptability to complex network setups.
Solution Approach 2:
The network device performs self-configuration by automatically receiving configuration parameters via wireless communication and autonomously initiating network services. This self-service approach eliminates manual configuration errors while maintaining high reliability through automated validation and error checking, thereby improving overall deployment efficiency.
4Productivity
If automated configuration is implemented, then deployment time is reduced, but configuration accuracy may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The system incorporates feedback mechanisms where the mobile device receives status information from the network device and provides real-time feedback on configuration progress. This feedback loop ensures reliable network service initiation by allowing the system to detect and correct errors automatically, while improving deployment efficiency through automated status monitoring and configuration validation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical manual configuration process with an automated wireless communication system. Mobile devices use Bluetooth or WiFi to transmit configuration information to network devices, substituting the manual mechanical process of expert configuration with an automated electronic system that achieves the same configuration accuracy faster.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This approach streamlines network deployment by automating service initiation, reducing errors, and allowing laypersons to perform network implementation, thereby shortening deployment time and lowering labor costs.
Implementation Method 1
pairing the first network device of the NSB with the installer device at the customer site through a Bluetooth connection between the first network device of the NSB and the installer device
Data Source
AI summary
Embodiments of a device and method are disclosed. In an embodiment, a method of automatic network service initiation involves pairing a first network device of a network service block (NSB) with an installer device at a customer site, at the first network device of the NSB, obtaining first network service configuration information from the installer device, performing automatic network service initiation of the first network device of the NSB based on the first network service configuration information, at a second network device of the NSB that is connected with the first network device of the NSB, obtaining address information of a cloud server from the first network device of the NSB, at the second network device of the NSB, obtaining second network service configuration information from the cloud server based on the address information, and performing automatic network service initiation of the second network device of the NSB based on the second network service configuration information.