Network Device Resource Allocation for Virtual Networks
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional network resource allocation methods often result in inefficient resource allocation, where allocated resources either fall short of or exceed actual requirements, leading to low transmission efficiency and resource wastage in virtual networks.
Innovation Solution
A method where a network device obtains target resource reservation information based on actual parameters from transmitted packets, such as traffic peak and average, or feature information, to accurately allocate resources to virtual networks, ensuring efficient packet transmission and minimizing resource waste.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If resource reservation information is planned by a control device and delivered to a network device for allocation, then resource allocation can be performed in advance, but the allocated resource may not meet actual requirement leading to low transmission efficiency or may exceed actual requirement leading to resource waste
Solution Approach 1:
The network device monitors actual packet transmission requirements and feeds back this information to dynamically adjust resource reservation. The system continuously compares allocated resources with actual usage and modifies resource allocation accordingly, ensuring resources match actual requirements without waste or deficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The resource allocation system transitions from static pre-planned reservation to dynamic adjustment based on real-time transmission needs. The network device adapts resource allocation continuously according to changing traffic patterns and actual requirements, optimizing both reliability and productivity.
2Extent of automation
If resource reservation information is planned by a control device, then resource allocation can be automated, but transmission efficiency decreases due to mismatch between allocated and actual requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The network device autonomously monitors its own resource usage and transmission requirements, making self-adjustments to resource allocation without constant control device intervention. This self-service mechanism maintains automation while improving efficiency by responding directly to actual needs.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements automated feedback loops where the network device reports actual transmission requirements and receives adjusted resource allocations automatically. This closed-loop automation ensures resource allocation matches actual requirements while maintaining high productivity.
3Reliability
If resource reservation information is planned by a control device, then resource allocation can be performed systematically, but resource waste occurs when allocated resources exceed actual requirements
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of allocating excessive resources to ensure sufficient capacity, the system applies partial action by allocating only the minimum necessary resources based on actual monitoring data. This approach maintains systematic allocation while eliminating waste by matching resources precisely to requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically changes resource allocation parameters based on monitored transmission requirements. By adjusting bandwidth, buffer sizes, and other resource parameters to match actual usage patterns, the system maintains systematic allocation without waste.
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AI summary
A resource allocation method includes: obtaining, by a first network device, target resource reservation information based on a plurality of transmitted packets, where all of the packets carry a same virtual network identifier, and the virtual network identifier is used to indicate that the packets are transmitted through a same virtual network; and allocating a resource to the virtual network based on the target resource reservation information.