Gateway Device Identity Management for Load Sharing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for traffic load sharing in multiple gateway devices are complex and inefficient due to the need for constant protocol negotiation, which hampers the processing efficiency and intelligence of the service mechanism.
Innovation Solution
A method where a management gateway device sets and manages the member identity of gateway devices within a load sharing group based on priority, allowing for intelligent allocation of virtual MAC addresses and efficient fault handling without the need for protocol negotiation, by acquiring negotiation packets and setting identities as active virtual gateway or forwarding devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If protocol negotiation is used for gateway device selection and role assignment, then the system can achieve load sharing and fault tolerance, but the complexity of the selection process increases and processing efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-assigning priority values to gateway devices before runtime negotiation is needed. When a gateway device joins the network, it is automatically assigned a role (active virtual gateway or active virtual forwarding) based on its pre-configured priority, eliminating the need for complex runtime protocol negotiation. This pre-establishment of roles maintains reliability while reducing operational complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements self-service by enabling gateway devices to autonomously determine their own roles based on pre-configured priorities without requiring complex inter-device negotiation. Each gateway device can independently assess its priority relative to others and automatically assume the appropriate role, reducing the overall system complexity while maintaining fault tolerance capabilities.
2Adaptability or versatility
If protocol negotiation is used for active virtual gateway selection, then the system can dynamically adapt to faults, but the processing efficiency of the service mechanism is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-configuring priority values for each gateway device, enabling rapid fault adaptation without complex negotiation. When a fault occurs, the system can immediately identify the next appropriate gateway based on pre-established priorities, maintaining dynamic adaptability while significantly improving processing efficiency compared to runtime negotiation protocols.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamics by maintaining the ability to dynamically adapt to faults through pre-configured priorities that can be adjusted without complex re-negotiation. The system remains flexible and adaptive to changing conditions while avoiding the processing overhead of protocol-based dynamic selection, thus improving productivity while preserving adaptability.
3Productivity
If multiple gateway devices share traffic load through protocol negotiation, then resource utilization improves, but the service mechanism becomes less intelligent and more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service by enabling gateway devices to automatically determine their roles and participate in load sharing based on pre-configured priorities without requiring complex protocol-based service mechanisms. This automation reduces system complexity while maintaining intelligent resource utilization, as devices independently make decisions based on predetermined criteria rather than engaging in complex negotiated interactions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies parameter changes by using simple priority values as the key parameter for role assignment and load sharing decisions. This single parameter approach simplifies the service mechanism while maintaining productive load sharing, replacing complex protocol parameters with a straightforward priority-based system that enhances both automation and intelligence of the service mechanism.
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AI summary
Embodiments of the present invention disclose a method for setting a gateway device identity, and a management gateway device. The method includes: acquiring a negotiation packet of a gateway device; acquiring a gateway device priority carried in the negotiation packet; and setting a member identity of the gateway device according to the gateway device priority. According to the method and the device, complexity of selecting an active virtual gateway device or an active virtual forwarding device among multiple gateway devices can be reduced, and the processing efficiency of a service mechanism of traffic load sharing of multiple gateway devices can be enhanced.