Abstract

A new method for scaling packet ring network transmission capacity from 10Gbits/s to 100Gbits/s is presented in this article. The concept of high capacity packet rings is introduced as a way of enabling service providers to fully utilize the installed network capacity for the scaling and distribution of high definition IP video services. It describes a hashing mechanism for load balancing and enhanced resiliency over the high capacity links.

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