Network Adaptor Processor Autonomous Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing network management systems require user intervention to maintain reliable connections across multiple network adaptors, which can lead to disruptions and inefficiencies.
Innovation Solution
An advanced communication computer with a processor and multiple network adaptors, each with a separate processor, that identifies expected and actual performance levels, allowing for autonomous correction of deviations and seamless switching between adaptors to ensure continuous connectivity without user intervention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple network adaptors are used to extend bandwidth and reliability, then network performance and connection reliability are improved, but user intervention is required to manage connections which increases operational complexity and can lead to disruptions
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements autonomous network management where the processor automatically monitors performance levels of multiple network adaptors, detects deviations from expected performance, and switches between adaptors without requiring user intervention. The system self-manages the complexity of coordinating multiple network connections while maintaining reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The system continuously collects actual performance data from network adaptors and compares it to expected performance levels. This feedback mechanism enables the processor to identify deviations and automatically adjust network connections, eliminating the need for manual management while maintaining optimal performance.
2Reliability
If manual management of multiple network adaptors is implemented, then connection reliability can be maintained, but user intervention is required which reduces productivity and increases time consumption
Solution Approach 1:
The network management system operates autonomously by automatically monitoring performance data, comparing actual performance to expected levels, and managing adaptor switching without user involvement. This self-service approach maintains connection reliability while eliminating the time consumption associated with manual management.
Solution Approach 2:
The system pre-establishes performance thresholds and monitoring mechanisms for multiple network adaptors, enabling proactive detection of performance deviations before they cause connection failures. This preliminary setup allows automatic response to performance issues without requiring reactive user intervention.
3Reliability
If automated performance monitoring is implemented across multiple network adaptors, then connection reliability is improved, but device complexity increases due to additional processors and monitoring systems
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides network management functions between a main processor and separate processors embedded in individual network adaptors. Each adaptor processor independently monitors its own performance metrics, reducing the burden on the main processor and distributing system complexity across modular components rather than concentrating it in a single complex unit.
Data Source
AI summary
Described are advanced communication computers that include a processor, at least one network adaptor connected to the processor, wherein the at least one network adaptor comprises a separate processor, at least one remote network connected to the at least one network adaptor, and at least one remote server connected to the at least one remote network. The processor is configured to identify an expected performance level of the at least one network adaptor, collect actual performance data from the at least one processor, and compare the actual performance data to the expected performance level to identify issues with signal condition, network traffic, interference, and other similar metrics.