Dynamic Connection Switching for Non-Disruptive Data Migration
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Solution Overview
Problem
The challenge lies in efficiently migrating large volumes of data and applications from on-premises storage to cloud solutions, particularly when traditional network-based migration is impractical due to the size of the data, and physical transport is costly and disrupts availability, introduces single points of failure, and does not utilize existing transportation networks.
Innovation Solution
A method that identifies and switches between different connection types (physical LAN, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN) to enable remote access to computing devices during transportation, allowing for continuous data and application availability by routing I/O communications through available connections, such as switching from wired LAN to wireless LAN and then to wireless WAN as needed during physical transport.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of energy
If physical transport of storage devices is used to migrate data, then network costs are reduced, but data availability during transport is disrupted and single points of failure are introduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically switches between different connection types (wired LAN, wireless LAN, wireless WAN) based on the transport state and available infrastructure. This dynamic adaptation ensures continuous data availability while utilizing cost-effective physical transport, resolving the contradiction between reduced network costs and maintained reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes connection parameters (connection type, routing path) based on transport conditions. During physical transport, it transitions from wired to wireless connections and selects appropriate routing paths to maintain data accessibility, thereby preserving reliability while enabling cost-effective migration.
2Productivity
If physical transport of storage devices is used to migrate data, then substantial network resources are not required, but the migration process introduces single points of failure
Solution Approach 1:
The system introduces multiple intermediary connection paths (wired LAN, wireless LAN, wireless WAN) and routing options between the storage devices and cloud infrastructure. These intermediaries provide redundancy, eliminating single points of failure while maintaining the efficiency benefits of physical transport for large-scale migration.
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically selects and switches between multiple transport and connection pathways based on real-time conditions. This dynamic path selection ensures that if one pathway fails, alternative pathways are available, reducing risk while maintaining migration efficiency.
3Reliability
If connection types are switched during transportation, then continuous access to data is maintained, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements self-service connection management where the transport container or associated computing devices automatically detect available connection types and switch between them without manual intervention. This automation maintains continuous data access while minimizing the operational complexity burden on users.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses feedback mechanisms to monitor connection availability and quality, automatically switching connection types based on detected conditions. This feedback-driven approach maintains reliable data access while managing complexity through automated decision-making rather than manual configuration.
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AI summary
A method, computer program product, and computer system for identifying, by a computing device, a first connection type at a first location, wherein the computing device may reside in a transportable container coupled to the computing device and one or more storage devices, and wherein I/O communication may be routed to the computing device via the first connection type. A second connection type may be identified at a second location. The first connection type may be switched to the second connection type, wherein I/O communication may be routed to the computing device via the second connection type enabling a remote computing device to wirelessly access the computing device during transportation of the transportation container to the second location.