Embedded cell loopback method and system for testing in ATM networks

Embedded cell loopback method and system for testing in ATM networks

The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for testing components in ATM networks utilizing loop-back based ATM layer testing. The method and apparatus utilize interfaces and identifier codes to send and loop-back test cells along portions of virtual channels to test the virtual channel...

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Hauptverfasser: Powers, Randall L, Kroninger, Robert S, Phillips, Melvin R, Nattkemper, Dieter H
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for testing components in ATM networks utilizing loop-back based ATM layer testing. The method and apparatus utilize interfaces and identifier codes to send and loop-back test cells along portions of virtual channels to test the virtual channels.