Metrobility Awarded Patent

MERRIMACK, N.H. –– Metrobility Optical Systems, Inc. has received a U.S. patent for its remote management over Ethernet technology that provides the ability to remotely manage an end device without an IP address or SNMP agent. Patent 6,741,566 B1 was issued on May 25, 2004.

The technology utilizes a management channel embedded in the inter-packet gap (IPG) between Ethernet frames to send management information in real time across a network. The management channel is transparent to all other Ethernet equipment. The technology provides superior network security since it requires no IP address or SNMP agent.

The patented technology was developed to enable remote troubleshooting and monitoring capabilities that were previously not available in Ethernet. The troubleshooting features include remote link loopback and integral power monitoring, as well as remote monitoring of RMON statistics. Management features include remote ‘point-and-click’ bandwidth provisioning, and monitoring equipment voltage and temperatures. These features are enabled in real time and do not impact available user bandwidth

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