System and method for zero contact configuration through convergence/LACP port

• Main Authors: DESAI DARSHAK, KUMARA HARISH KUMAR, SRIDHARAN, PANDURANGA
• Format: Patent
• Language: Chinese; English
• Published: 01.11.2022
• Subjects: ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE; ELECTRICITY; SELECTING; TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHICCOMMUNICATION

The invention relates to a system and method for zero contact configuration through convergence/LACP ports. The present invention relates to systems and methods that allow for the use of a "Zero Contact" configuration (ZTP) to seamlessly launch a device, such as a gateway/access point/switch, or any other network device connected through a different uplink type, such as an aggregated link (static LAG, LACP), convergence port, etc. The configuration is particularly suited for convergence and/or LACP ports to maintain automation and optimization advantages typically configured by ZTP. A method may include sending a discovery message, and receiving a response message based on the discovery message. It is then determined whether the predefined extension is included in a response message indicating the port type and a virtual local area network (VLAN) configuration. Automatic configuration of the one or more ports and VLANs may be performed as indicated by a predefined extension. Therefore, the ZTP can be restarte