Abstract
A network device in ideal state stays powered-on and a backup, standby instance, also remains powered on, in case the primary network device fails. In a network failover event, when the primary network switches to a standby device, the failed side normally remains powered-on, despite serving no purpose. This presents an opportunity for power savings. For example, by powering down a failed chassis and/or its components, the carbon footprint of such devices can be curtailed. Proposed herein is a process to decrease/avoid power consumption by a failed device or chassis, during certain network failure conditions, which can enable networks to be more sustainable.
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Recommended Citation
Sharma, Saurabh; Chow, Patrice; Reyhani, Leila; and Brissette, Patrice, "IMPROVED POWER MANAGEMENT IN MULTI-CHASSIS SYSTEMS DURING FAULTS", Technical Disclosure Commons, (September 11, 2024)
https://www.tdcommons.org/dpubs_series/7343