[Adslmib] RFC3728 (1788) (RFC Errata System)

["Ray, Robert E. (MSFC-NNM05AB50C)" <robert.e.ray at nasa.gov>]

Hi.

Smadar Tauber <smadar_t at rad.com> wrote:

>UNITS statement (dBm) does not match units appearing in 
>DESCRIPTION text (dB).
>
>I think 'dB' are the right units for the objects above,
>but one can check that. Anyway, it is clear that there 
>should not be the existing mismatch.
>
>Same problem for more MIB objects in the RFC.

First, I'm glad someone is implementing RFC 3278!!!  An implementation report would be welcomed by this group.

Second, dBm is dB measured at the reference power of 1 milliwatt.  Thus, dBm would be the more correct term (versus dB).  I think some of us assume a reference power of 1 milliwatt, and therefore see the terms as interchangeable in this context.  Old habits, I suppose.  I apologize for the confusion.

Third, I doubt RFC 3278 will ever be changed.  The IESG can amend the "Errata report" with this explanation, perhaps, if everyone agrees.  Mike?  Menachem? Moti?  

Hope this helps!

Regards,
Bob Ray


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