Equinix has filed a patent for a method that enables data center providers to establish interconnections between customer networks within their data centers. The method involves obtaining order information from a customer, sending a unique identifier to another customer, and authorizing the interconnection based on an authorization directive. The patent aims to streamline the process of provisioning interconnections in data centers. GlobalData’s report on Equinix gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Interconnection authorization system for data center networks
A recently filed patent (Publication Number: US20230319043A1) describes a computing system that facilitates the provisioning of interconnections between networks for different customers. The system includes processing circuitry coupled to memory, which stores instructions for the processing circuitry to perform various tasks.
The system first obtains order information that includes a set of parameters for the interconnection between a network for a Z-side customer and a network for an A-side customer. The system then stores data that maps a uniform resource locator (URL) or a unique key to the set of Z-side parameters. This mapping allows the system to associate the URL or unique key with the specific interconnection parameters.
Next, the system outputs a first communication to the A-side customer, which includes the URL or unique key. The A-side customer can then use this information to initiate a second communication with the system. The second communication serves as an authorization directive for the interconnection.
Based on the data stored and the second communication received, the system generates an indication of authorization for the interconnection. This indication can be used to proceed with provisioning the interconnection in the interconnection system according to the set of Z-side parameters.
The system also includes additional features, such as generating a graphical user interface (GUI) to present a form field for entering the unique key, validating the set of Z-side parameters against an asset database to ensure availability of components, and reserving the components of the interconnection system.
In summary, the patent describes a computing system that streamlines the process of provisioning interconnections between networks for different customers. By mapping URLs or unique keys to specific interconnection parameters, the system enables efficient authorization and provisioning of interconnections. The system's additional features, such as GUI generation and component validation, further enhance the overall process.
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