Patent ID: 6700870
Filing Date: 2004-03-02
Classification: H04L

Abstract:
In an ATM network comprised of a plurality of ATM data routes through one or more ATM switches through which one or more PVCs can be established to route data between end points, said PVCs being automatically re-configured to optimize data flow through said ATM data routes, a method of controlling data loss to a data stream attributable to automatic re-configuration of said PVCs comprising:a) identifying a PVC for a data stream at a first period of time; b) recording the occurrence of an automatic PVC re-configuration for said data stream through said ATM network; and c) inhibiting a second automatic re-configuration of said PVC through said ATM network until after the occurrence of a predetermined event, wherein said predetermined event is the addition of at least one additional ATM data route through a switch of said ATM network through which said data stream passes.