GMPLS OSPF Enhancement for Signal and Network Element Compatibility for Wavelength Switched Optical Networks
draft-ietf-ccamp-wson-signal-compatibility-ospf-17
Technical Summary
This document provides Generalized Multiprotocol Label Switching
(GMPLS) Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) routing enhancements to support
signal compatibility constraints associated with Wavelength- Switched
Optical network (WSON) elements. These routing enhancements are
applicable in common optical or hybrid electro-optical networks where
not all of the optical signals in the network are compatible with all
network elements participating in the network.
This compatibility constraint model is applicable to common optical or
hybrid electro optical systems such as Optical-Electronic-Optical (OEO)
switches, regenerators, and wavelength converters since such systems
can be limited to processing only certain types of WSON signals.
Working Group Summary
Nothing of note, document has multiple contributors and support by
Working Group.
Document Quality
The base GMPLS routing protocol has been implemented. The extensions
defined in this document are compatible with earlier implementations.
Multiple implementers have stated their intent to implement, or have
stated that they have already implemented, the mechanisms defined in
this document.
Personnel
Document Shepherd: Lou Berger
Responsible Area Director: Deborah Brungard