Root AP Prompt Message for Network Connection Conversion
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional technologies lack effective referential information for determining network connection conversions among access points (APs) in a local area network (LAN), making it difficult to change connections efficiently.
Innovation Solution
A method for generating a prompt message for network connection conversion using connection rates as reference information, where the root AP obtains wireless signal strengths and connection rates from target APs to guide users in selecting the best AP for connection conversion, preventing network instability through lock and unlock signals.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional connection change methods are used without referential information, then operation simplicity is maintained, but connection reliability deteriorates due to lack of effective reference for determining optimal AP connections
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a root access point as an intermediary that coordinates connection conversions among APs. The root AP collects connection rates from all APs, processes this information centrally, and generates prompt messages to guide connection changes. This mediator approach improves connection reliability through informed decisions while managing system complexity by centralizing the decision-making logic.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms where connection rates are continuously measured and reported back to the root AP. These feedback data form the basis for generating prompt messages that guide connection conversions. The feedback loop ensures that connection changes are based on actual network conditions, improving reliability while the automated feedback processing manages complexity.
2Measurement precision
If connection rate measurement and prompt message generation are implemented, then connection conversion accuracy is improved, but measurement and detection difficulty increases due to need for obtaining wireless signal strengths and connection rates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary actions by having all APs pre-measure and report their connection rates to the root AP before connection conversion is needed. This preliminary data collection simplifies the actual conversion process, as the decision-making information is already available. The root AP stores this measurement data and uses it when generating prompt messages, improving precision while reducing real-time measurement complexity.
3Stability of the object's composition
If connection conversion is performed without stability control mechanisms, then operation speed is improved, but network stability deteriorates due to potential topology changes
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary anti-action by implementing lock and unlock signals that prevent topology changes during connection conversions. Before a connection conversion is executed, a lock signal is sent to prevent other simultaneous changes that could destabilize the network. After the conversion is complete, an unlock signal allows normal operations to resume. This approach ensures stability while maintaining efficient conversion operations through proper timing and coordination.
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AI summary
A method for generating a prompt message for network connection conversion and a network system thereof are provided. The system can be a LAN with multiple access points (APs). The method is operated in a root AP. The root AP receives a connection conversion command from a user device, in which a target AP is designated. The root AP determines at least one AP that is available to be connected with the target AP based on an instant wireless signal strength there-between. After that, the target AP obtains at least one connection rates from the target AP to the root AP via the at least one available APs. The root AP generates a prompt message for connection conversion according to the connection rates. A topology map displayed on the user device can be used to indicate the available APs for the connection conversion.