Protocol Testing in the 3G Wireless Network
This application note describes protocol tests for the UMTS Iu interface between the Radio Network Controller (RNC) and the Core Network (CN). It is the first in a series of documents on third-generation (3G) wireless networks. Each note addresses one of the new network interfaces and provides guidelines for equipment designers, manufacturers, operators and maintenance personnel to meet the measurement challenges with testing solutions. Examples are given in this document for testing:
- Messaging and procedures on the Radio Access Network (RANAP)
- Mobile Radio Interface Layer 3 (CC/MM/GPRS MM/GPRS SM)
- Traffic channel signaling (AAL2 layer3)
- Tunneling (GTP-U)
Due to space limitations, only brief descriptions are presented here. Complete detailed information needed to perform these and other tests can be found in the user handbooks for the K1297 and K1205 Protocol Testers and in other training materials. Please contact Tektronix sales support to obtain the most recent information.