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A scalable QoS routing model for diffserv over MPLS networks

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In this paper, we present a new Quality of Service (QoS) routing model for Differentiated Services (Diffserv) over Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) networks. We use a pre-established multi-path model in which several MPLS label switching paths (LSPs) are established between each ingress-egress router pair in advance. Ingress routers perform per-request admission control and bulk-type resource reservation based on the resource availability on the associated LSPs. We use a utilization-based dynamic load balancing scheme to increase resource utilization across LSPs. The proposed model increases signaling and state scalability in the network core. It also provides hard QoS guarantees and minimizes admission control time. The experimental results verify the achievements of our model under various network topologies and traffic conditions.

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Mantar, H.A. A scalable QoS routing model for diffserv over MPLS networks. Telecommun Syst 34, 107–115 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11235-007-9035-3

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