F5, Inc.
Methods for service stitching using a packet header and devices thereof

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Abstract:

Methods, non-transitory computer readable media, network traffic manager apparatuses, and systems that assist with service stitching using a packet header includes identifying a type of service (TOS) or differentiated services code point (DSCP) value in a header field in each of a plurality of received network packets. One or more value added service chains are identified based on the identified TOS or DSCP value. The plurality of network packets are forwarded to a destination after processing each of the plurality of network packets through the identified one or more value added service chains.

Status:
Grant
Type:

Utility

Filling date:

8 Jul 2019

Issue date:

22 Jun 2021