Patent ID: 6983037
Filing Date: 2006-01-03
Classification: H04M

Abstract:
1. A method for performing automated unbundled network element migration, the method comprising: receiving a disconnect order for an existing telephone service wherein said existing telephone service is provided by a first exchange carrier; receiving a connect order for a new telephone service wherein said new telephone service is provided by a second exchange server; installing a test cable to simulate said new telephone service; verifying that said test cable performs correctly, wherein said verifying includes executing a test on said test cable responsive to a test instruction from a migration software application; deactivating said existing telephone service, wherein said deactivating is automated in response to a deactivation command from said migration software application and is responsive to said verifying; and activating said test cable to provide said new telephone service, wherein said activating is automated in response to an activation command from said migration software application and in response to said deactivating.