Centralized Network Parameter Management for IP Configuration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current network management systems face challenges in efficiently updating routing and filtering parameters, particularly due to the complexity of managing IP addresses and the incompatibility of traditional and next-generation network infrastructures, leading to increased operational costs, human error, and security risks.
Innovation Solution
A method for real-time, case-by-case updating of network parameters using a centralized device that dynamically assigns IP addresses and configures network devices based on user profiles, allowing for personalized and selective management of routing and filtering settings.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional network management systems are used to update routing and filtering parameters, then network infrastructure can be maintained, but the complexity of managing IP addresses and incompatibility between traditional and next-generation network infrastructures lead to increased operational costs and human error
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a centralized network parameter management system that acts as an intermediary between network administrators and multiple network devices. This system provides a unified interface for managing routing and filtering parameters across traditional and next-generation network infrastructures, eliminating the need to manually configure each device and reducing management complexity while maintaining reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The management system is designed to be universal, supporting both traditional and next-generation network infrastructures through a single platform. It can manage diverse network devices and parameter types (routing, filtering, IP address allocation) through common procedures, reducing operational costs and human error associated with infrastructure incompatibility
2Ease of operation
If manual updating of network parameters is performed, then network devices can be configured, but human intervention increases operational costs and introduces errors
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables automated self-service for network parameter updates. When network parameters need to be updated, the centralized management system automatically generates and pushes configuration updates to relevant network devices without requiring manual human intervention. This reduces operational costs and eliminates human errors while maintaining ease of operation through automated workflows
Solution Approach 2:
The management system implements feedback mechanisms where configuration updates are automatically pushed to network devices and acknowledgment is received. The system can detect and correct configuration errors automatically, providing real-time feedback on the status of parameter updates. This ensures high configuration accuracy while reducing the need for manual verification and rework
3Adaptability or versatility
If global updating of network parameters is performed, then all network devices are updated uniformly, but this approach lacks user-specific customization and increases operational complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments network parameter management by user profiles, allowing different routing and filtering parameters to be assigned to different users or user groups. The centralized management system maintains multiple user-specific parameter sets and can selectively apply them, enabling personalized network configurations without requiring global updates to all devices. This reduces operational complexity by updating only the specific parameters needed for each user
4Speed
If delayed and global updating of network parameters is performed, then network-wide consistency is achieved, but real-time responsiveness and user-specific configuration are compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements dynamic parameter updating where network parameters can be updated in real-time based on user needs and network conditions. The centralized management system allows selective updating of specific devices or parameter sets without requiring global synchronization delays. This enables fast response to security threats or service changes while maintaining network reliability through controlled update propagation and validation
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AI summary
The method involves associating a parameter to a profile of a user in a parameterizing memory of a parameterizing server of a telematic network, and requesting connection of the user to the network. Updating condition of parameters of the network is evaluated before authorization of the connection of the user. A column of the memory is determined relative to the condition in case of positive evaluation. Configuration messages are produced and emitted for the determined column. The emitted configuration messages are received and recognized in case of positive evaluation.