Remote Dynamic Network Configuration via MAC Address
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Solution Overview
Problem
In remote network management environments based on TCP/IP, existing methods require manual, time-consuming configuration of each agent terminal, which can lead to incorrect configurations and are limited by the need for active terminals and installed operating systems.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that utilize a MAC address of an agent terminal to request and assign an IP address dynamically, allowing remote network configuration through a managing server, eliminating the need for manual activation and OS installation, and reducing errors by automating the configuration process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If manual configuration procedures are used for each agent terminal, then network configuration can be completed, but the process is time-consuming and error-prone
Solution Approach 1:
The agent terminal automatically performs network configuration by receiving detection packets from the managing server, responding with its MAC address, and obtaining IP address assignment without requiring manual intervention. The configuration program executes autonomously based on the interaction between the managing server and agent terminal.
Solution Approach 2:
The managing server pre-prepares detection packets containing configuration parameters and sends them to agent terminals before actual network operations begin. This preliminary configuration action ensures that agents are ready for immediate network communication without requiring on-site manual setup.
2Ease of operation
If agent terminals must be activated and OS installed before configuration, then proper system environment is ensured, but the configuration process cannot begin until these prerequisites are met
Solution Approach 1:
The network configuration process is designed to occur after OS installation but before full system activation. The managing server sends detection packets that trigger the configuration program to execute and obtain IP addresses, allowing configuration to be performed as a preliminary step rather than requiring waiting for complete system setup.
Solution Approach 2:
The configuration program acts as an intermediary between the managing server and the agent terminal's network stack. It receives detection packets from the managing server, processes the configuration information, and establishes network parameters without requiring direct manual intervention or full system activation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If IP addresses are manually assigned to each agent terminal, then network control can be established, but frequent IP changes or terminal replacements require reconfiguration
Solution Approach 1:
The network configuration system transitions from static manual IP assignment to dynamic automated assignment. The managing server maintains a database of IP addresses and automatically assigns appropriate IPs to agent terminals based on their MAC addresses. When terminals are replaced or IP changes are needed, the system dynamically updates configurations without requiring manual reconfiguration procedures.
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AI summary
A computer-executable system and method thereof are provided for remote dynamic network configuration in a remote network management environment of TCP/IP base. Through a server management daughter card located on an agent terminal, a medium access control address of the agent terminal is used to request a corresponsive internet protocol (IP) from a remote managing server. Thus to accomplish the network configuration of the agent terminal, and to allow a remote terminal to use the IP to manage the agent terminal via the managing server, or to utilize the managing server directly to execute a TCP/IP-based, remote network control procedure.