Nokia Siemens Networks Stelcom Deliveries ACADEMYCreated on 11.05.2012 at 16:55:55Page 1 of 127 ACADEMYNokia Siemens Networks Stelcom DeliveriesTraining Brochure11/05/2012StelcomCourse Description ofCN3400-33N - Release 4 Nokia Siemens Networks SCN overview workshop - MSS SR3.3Nokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN3400-33NCourse TitleRelease 4 Nokia Siemens Networks SCN overview workshop - MSS SR3.3Target GroupEngineering personnel who have to manage and handle NSN switched core network equipmentsLearning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Explain the NSN Rel. 4 network architectureUnderstand detailed architectures the NSN networks elements (MSS, MGW) implemented in the SCN Rel. 4Understand the signalling principles in an NSN Rel. 4 SCNUnderstand and explain the basic logic of Control Plan RoutingUnderstand and explain the basic logic of User Plan analysisUnderstand the main signalling and call flows in Rel. 4 networks elementsReview of Rel. 4 Switching Core NetworkDescribe involved network elements in R4 system and their functionDescribe different possible network configurationsMSS IntroductionThe advantage of MSS implementation in Rel.4The implemented functionalitiesThe interfaces of MSSThe MSS protocols stacks in useThe physical description of the elementsThe MSS block diagramThe functional units integrated in the systemThe redundancy methods in useMGW Introduction(3)The advantage of MGW implementation in Rel.4The implemented functionalitiesThe interfaces of MGWThe different transport network possibilitiesThe MGW protocols stacks in usedThe physical description of the elementsThe MGW block diagramThe functional units integrated in the systemThe redundancy methods in useMGW Architecture(4)The main functions of each MGW functional unit.Explain the MGW hardware configurationAoIP and Ater in MGW(5)Describe the concept of A over Ip and Ater in MGWDescribed the integration steps of the A over IPOverview of signalling principles in Rel. 4 system(6)Describe the used protocols and their functionKnow the different interfaces in Rel. 4 systemControl Plane Routing Introduction(7)Routing Capacity of MSSRouting connections involved in basic types of calls in MSS conceptLink between Control Plane and User plane RoutingRouting framework in MSSDefault analysis treesCircuit group and circuit huntingUser Plane Routing(8)User Plane Routing conceptUser Plane Analysis Phases and StructureUser Plane Analysis for different Call CasesIntroduction to Signalling and Call flows in Rel. 4 system(9)Understand the basics of mobile call setup procedures in Rel.4Signalling flow needed to set up callsDraw in different call cases the internal traffic flow in MGWPrerequisitesGood knowledge of GSM/UMTS. Good understanding of protocols in GSM/UMTS.ContentsReview of Rel. 4 Switching Core NetworkMSS IntroductionMGW IntroductionMGW ArchitectureAoIP and Ater in MGWOverview of signalling principles in Rel. 4 systemControl Plane Routing IntroductionUser Plane RoutingIntroduction to Signalling and Call flows in Rel. 4 systemDuration3 daysMax number of participants18Course Type: with or without practiceTHY=Theoretical courseSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN3401-40A - 3G Release 4 Switching Core Network Operation and Maintenance - MSS SR4.0Nokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN3401-40ACourse Title3G Release 4 Switching Core Network Operation and Maintenance - MSS SR4.0Target GroupSCN Engineers, SCN PlannersLearning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Understand the benefits of Release 4 SolutionDraw the CN-CS Rel. 4 architectureKnow the hardware used in the new platformsKnow functions of functional units in MSS,MGW,HLR/EIR/ACHandle the MML commands to interrogate the Rel.4 CN according to the following interfaces, protocols & features: (Mc/Nc/Nb/IuCS/A/C/D) (IP/SCTP/SS7/SCCP/GTT/H.248/C-P ROUTING & Analyses/Subscriber Administration)Handle the Subscribers data & services in MSS/VLR & HLRIntegrate BSC, RNC, MGW, MSS to the 3G Release 4 SolutionIntegrate AoIP and Ater interfacesUnderstand the charging concept in MSSPerform some Traffic measurements counters and reportsIntroduction to Rel.4 with MSS ConceptOutline the structure of the 3G Rel.4 networkList the benefits of the MSS conceptOutline the separation of planesDraw the CN-CS Rel. 4 architecture (network elements,interfaces & protocols)MSS/GCS/CDS Architecture Theory:Mention connectivity of Network Elements in Release 4List the main functions of the MSS, GCS and CDSExplain the main functions of each functional unitList the redundancy principles for the units in MSS, GCS and CDSExplain the main difference between the standalone MSS and integrated MSSMSS/GCS/CDS Architecture Practice:Visit of a Test Bed and Elements recognition (if possible)HLR/AC/EIR/HLRi Architecture Theory:Mention connectivity of Network Elements in Release 4List the main functions of the HLR/AC/EIRExplain the main functions of each functional unitList the redundancy principles for the units in HLR/AC/EIRHLR/AC/EIR/HLRi Architecture Practice:Visit of a Test Bed and Elements recognition (if possible)Open MSS ArchitectureList the benefits of ATCAExplain NSN ATCA HW PlatformExplain the Open MSS configurationList the functional units in the Open MSSExplain the redundancy principles in Open MSSMGW Architecture Theory:List the main functions of the MGW for MSSExplain the main functions of each functional unit.List the redundancy principles for the function units.Identify the interfaces implemented in the MGW.Explain the MGW hardware configuration.MGW Architecture Practice:Visit of a Test Bed and Elements recognition (if possible)Subscribers Administration Theory:List teleservices available in NSN implementationList basic supplementary services in GSM and UMTSList five locations where subscriber data is stored in the GSM and UMTS networksDescribes the authentication mechanisms used in GSM and UMTSIdentify examples of register dataGive the maximum capacities of the HLR, VLR, AC, and EIRExplain the use of NSN specific parameters in EIR, HLR and VLRSubscribers Administration Practice:List the subscriber information stored in the SIM, ME, HLR, AC, EIR and the VLRDelete the subscriber from the GSM/UMTS networkCreate a new subscriber to the GSM/UMTS network by the direct method and by using a profileCreate a UMTS subscriberAdd supplementary services, a call forwarding and a call barring, to a basic service and test themActivate authentication checking by setting VLR- and PLMN-specific parameters in the VLR and test itActivate cipheringStart or stop using TMSI and set events for TMSI reallocationFilter and modify multiple subscribers in the AC and the HLR by using imsifile.Cellular Radio Network Administration - theoryExplain the basic concepts of GSM/UMTS radio networkList the main Network Elements in GSM/UMTS radio networkExplain the location registration & handover signalling proceduresList main items which should be defined in radio network configuration for GSM access and UMTS accessCellular Radio Network Administration - practiceOutput the current cellular radio network configurationExpand the current cellular radio network configurationExplain the meaning of various parameters in cellular radio network administration commandsSignaling in SCN Release 4 - theoryList necessary signaling protocols needed in the MSC, HLR, BSC, MGW, and the PSTN exchange in 3GPP Rel4List the interfaces of MSS and the relevant protocols.List the main functions of MAP, BSSAP, RANAP, ISUP, BICC, SIP and H.248Write a list of necessary definitions that have to be done in our MSS when a new MSS is added to the existing GSM/UMTS network and the new MSS has a direct signalling connection to the MSSGive an example case in which SCCP routing is needed and MTP routing cannot be used to route the signaling message to the destinationSignalling in SCN RElease 4 - practiceGive an overview of the CCS network, including used protocols in each network element in the GSM and UMTS networkInterrogate the current SS7 network configuration of the MSS & MGWExpand the current SS7 network by creating SS7 objects (signalling link, signalling link set, signalling route & route set, SCCP connections) in the MSS & MGWRouting in MSS - theory:Understand & Draw the routing hierarchy in MSS concept & compare route concept in ATM, IP and TDM transport alternativesUnderstand the basic call cases scenarioUnderstand & Draw the TDM routing data configuration in MSS towards a BSCUnderstand & Draw the BICC routing data configuration towards a MSSUnderstand & Draw the ISUP routing data configuration towards an external networkUnderstand & Draw the Special routes (GSM-END/HLR-ENQ/ANOUNCEMENT)Routing in MSS - Practice:Interrogate necessary basics of routing, e.g. Dialling pre-analysis, Origin Analysis, EOS AnalysisKnow necessary parameters in the CGR, ROU, Component AnalysisIntegration MGW to MSS (Mc Interface) Theory + Practice:List the possible protocols used in Mc interfaceCreate & Interrogate SIGTRAN between MSS & MGWCreate & Interrogate Control protocol (H.248) between MSS & MGWCreate the needed TDM resources for integrated MSS between MSS and MGW.Integration BSC to Rel 4 (A Interface)Create signalling definitions between BSC and MGWCreate routing definitions between BSC and MGWCreate BSC related signalling definitions in the MSSCreate own BSC in the MSSIntegration RNC to Rel 4 (Iu Interface) Theory + Practice:Know the steps to integrate RNC over ATM networkCreate signalling definitions between RNC and MGWCreate routing definitions between RNC and MGWCreate RNC related signalling definitions in the MSSKnow the steps to integrate RNC over IP networkCreate control plane and user plane for IP based Iu-CSCreate own RNC in the MSSIntegration MSS to MSS (Nc Interface)List the possible protocols used in Nc interfacePerform configuration of Nc-Interface including CCS7 and routing dataIntegration MSS to MSS (Nc Interface) Theory + Practice:List the possible protocols used in Nc interfaceCreate & Interrogate SIGTRAN for C-P between MSS & MSSCreate & Interrogate BICC Routing components towards a MSSIntegration MGW to MGW (Nb Interface)List the possible protocols used in Nb interfaceList steps for creating Nb interface based on IPBasics of Charging Theory + Practice:Describe the basic concepts of charging on the network level, including MSS & HLRDescribe the hardware and functional units used in chargingDescribe per call case the different CDRs produced in MSS & HLRInterpret a CDR to show the different factors that can affect the price of a callDescribe the available interfaces between the MSS/HLR and the Billing CentreExplain how charging data is collected and transferred to the Billing CentreDescribe how charging files can be recovered in a fault situationTraffic Administration Theory:List at least five useful points of traffic administrationList the six main performance groups in the network that can be monitored by traffic measurement, observation, and supervisionExplain the meaning of a measurement report by using a reference documentIdentify the process for how to transfer measurement data from a network element to the OBSTraffic Administration Practice:Define the correct logical files to collect different types of reportsStart and stop circuit measurement, cell measurement, destination measurement and control unit measurementSet and remove circuit observation and failed call observationStart and stop VLR, HLR, and AC measurementsStart and stop MGW measurementsInterpret and analyse the collecting report.A over Ip and Ater Interfaces Theory:Explain the basic concepts of AoIP interfaceIntegrate the configuration if AoIP in MSS & MGWExplain the basic concepts of Ater interfaceIntegrate the configuration if Ater in MGWKnow the new hardware needed in MGWExplain the operating principles used in TFO, TrFO and CACIntroduction to NetAct OSS5.1 Theory:Describe NetAct architectureDescribe the major components of Configurator for Core Networks managementPrerequisitesPF1002 courseMML Commands for DX200 and IPA2800ContentsIntroduction to Rel.4 with MSS ConceptMSS/GCS/CDS ArchitectureHLR/AC/EIR/HLRi ArchitectureOpen MSS ArchitectureMGW ArchitectureSubscribers AdministrationCellular Radio Network AdministrationSignaling in SCN Release 4Routing in MSSIntegration MGW to MSS (Mc Interface)Integration BSC to Rel 4 (A Interface)Integration RNC to Rel 4 (Iu Interface)Integration MSS to MSS (Nc Interface)Integration MGW to MGW (Nb Interface)Basics of ChargingTraffic AdministrationsA over Ip and Ater InterfacesIntroduction to NetAct OSS5.1Duration10 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN3401-40A - 3G Release 4 Switching Core Network Operation and Maintenance - MSS SR4.0Nokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN3401-40ACourse Title3G Release 4 Switching Core Network Operation and Maintenance - MSS SR4.0Target GroupSCN Engineers, SCN PlannersLearning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Understand the benefits of Release 4 SolutionDraw the CN-CS Rel. 4 architectureKnow the hardware used in the new platformsKnow functions of functional units in MSS,MGW,HLR/EIR/ACHandle the MML commands to interrogate the Rel.4 CN according to the following interfaces, protocols & features: (Mc/Nc/Nb/IuCS/A/C/D) (IP/SCTP/SS7/SCCP/GTT/H.248/C-P ROUTING & Analyses/Subscriber Administration)Handle the Subscribers data & services in MSS/VLR & HLRIntegrate BSC, RNC, MGW, MSS to the 3G Release 4 SolutionIntegrate AoIP and Ater interfacesUnderstand the charging concept in MSSPerform some Traffic measurements counters and reportsIntroduction to Rel.4 with MSS ConceptOutline the structure of the 3G Rel.4 networkList the benefits of the MSS conceptOutline the separation of planesDraw the CN-CS Rel. 4 architecture (network elements,interfaces & protocols)MSS/GCS/CDS Architecture Theory:Mention connectivity of Network Elements in Release 4List the main functions of the MSS, GCS and CDSExplain the main functions of each functional unitList the redundancy principles for the units in MSS, GCS and CDSExplain the main difference between the standalone MSS and integrated MSSMSS/GCS/CDS Architecture Practice:Visit of a Test Bed and Elements recognition (if possible)HLR/AC/EIR/HLRi Architecture Theory:Mention connectivity of Network Elements in Release 4List the main functions of the HLR/AC/EIRExplain the main functions of each functional unitList the redundancy principles for the units in HLR/AC/EIRHLR/AC/EIR/HLRi Architecture Practice:Visit of a Test Bed and Elements recognition (if possible)Open MSS ArchitectureList the benefits of ATCAExplain NSN ATCA HW PlatformExplain the Open MSS configurationList the functional units in the Open MSSExplain the redundancy principles in Open MSSMGW Architecture Theory:List the main functions of the MGW for MSSExplain the main functions of each functional unit.List the redundancy principles for the function units.Identify the interfaces implemented in the MGW.Explain the MGW hardware configuration.MGW Architecture Practice:Visit of a Test Bed and Elements recognition (if possible)Subscribers Administration Theory:List teleservices available in NSN implementationList basic supplementary services in GSM and UMTSList five locations where subscriber data is stored in the GSM and UMTS networksDescribes the authentication mechanisms used in GSM and UMTSIdentify examples of register dataGive the maximum capacities of the HLR, VLR, AC, and EIRExplain the use of NSN specific parameters in EIR, HLR and VLRSubscribers Administration Practice:List the subscriber information stored in the SIM, ME, HLR, AC, EIR and the VLRDelete the subscriber from the GSM/UMTS networkCreate a new subscriber to the GSM/UMTS network by the direct method and by using a profileCreate a UMTS subscriberAdd supplementary services, a call forwarding and a call barring, to a basic service and test themActivate authentication checking by setting VLR- and PLMN-specific parameters in the VLR and test itActivate cipheringStart or stop using TMSI and set events for TMSI reallocationFilter and modify multiple subscribers in the AC and the HLR by using imsifile.Cellular Radio Network Administration - theoryExplain the basic concepts of GSM/UMTS radio networkList the main Network Elements in GSM/UMTS radio networkExplain the location registration & handover signalling proceduresList main items which should be defined in radio network configuration for GSM access and UMTS accessCellular Radio Network Administration - practiceOutput the current cellular radio network configurationExpand the current cellular radio network configurationExplain the meaning of various parameters in cellular radio network administration commandsSignaling in SCN Release 4 - theoryList necessary signaling protocols needed in the MSC, HLR, BSC, MGW, and the PSTN exchange in 3GPP Rel4List the interfaces of MSS and the relevant protocols.List the main functions of MAP, BSSAP, RANAP, ISUP, BICC, SIP and H.248Write a list of necessary definitions that have to be done in our MSS when a new MSS is added to the existing GSM/UMTS network and the new MSS has a direct signalling connection to the MSSGive an example case in which SCCP routing is needed and MTP routing cannot be used to route the signaling message to the destinationSignalling in SCN RElease 4 - practiceGive an overview of the CCS network, including used protocols in each network element in the GSM and UMTS networkInterrogate the current SS7 network configuration of the MSS & MGWExpand the current SS7 network by creating SS7 objects (signalling link, signalling link set, signalling route & route set, SCCP connections) in the MSS & MGWRouting in MSS - theory:Understand & Draw the routing hierarchy in MSS concept & compare route concept in ATM, IP and TDM transport alternativesUnderstand the basic call cases scenarioUnderstand & Draw the TDM routing data configuration in MSS towards a BSCUnderstand & Draw the BICC routing data configuration towards a MSSUnderstand & Draw the ISUP routing data configuration towards an external networkUnderstand & Draw the Special routes (GSM-END/HLR-ENQ/ANOUNCEMENT)Routing in MSS - Practice:Interrogate necessary basics of routing, e.g. Dialling pre-analysis, Origin Analysis, EOS AnalysisKnow necessary parameters in the CGR, ROU, Component AnalysisIntegration MGW to MSS (Mc Interface) Theory + Practice:List the possible protocols used in Mc interfaceCreate & Interrogate SIGTRAN between MSS & MGWCreate & Interrogate Control protocol (H.248) between MSS & MGWCreate the needed TDM resources for integrated MSS between MSS and MGW.Integration BSC to Rel 4 (A Interface)Create signalling definitions between BSC and MGWCreate routing definitions between BSC and MGWCreate BSC related signalling definitions in the MSSCreate own BSC in the MSSIntegration RNC to Rel 4 (Iu Interface) Theory + Practice:Know the steps to integrate RNC over ATM networkCreate signalling definitions between RNC and MGWCreate routing definitions between RNC and MGWCreate RNC related signalling definitions in the MSSKnow the steps to integrate RNC over IP networkCreate control plane and user plane for IP based Iu-CSCreate own RNC in the MSSIntegration MSS to MSS (Nc Interface)List the possible protocols used in Nc interfacePerform configuration of Nc-Interface including CCS7 and routing dataIntegration MSS to MSS (Nc Interface) Theory + Practice:List the possible protocols used in Nc interfaceCreate & Interrogate SIGTRAN for C-P between MSS & MSSCreate & Interrogate BICC Routing components towards a MSSIntegration MGW to MGW (Nb Interface)List the possible protocols used in Nb interfaceList steps for creating Nb interface based on IPBasics of Charging Theory + Practice:Describe the basic concepts of charging on the network level, including MSS & HLRDescribe the hardware and functional units used in chargingDescribe per call case the different CDRs produced in MSS & HLRInterpret a CDR to show the different factors that can affect the price of a callDescribe the available interfaces between the MSS/HLR and the Billing CentreExplain how charging data is collected and transferred to the Billing CentreDescribe how charging files can be recovered in a fault situationTraffic Administration Theory:List at least five useful points of traffic administrationList the six main performance groups in the network that can be monitored by traffic measurement, observation, and supervisionExplain the meaning of a measurement report by using a reference documentIdentify the process for how to transfer measurement data from a network element to the OBSTraffic Administration Practice:Define the correct logical files to collect different types of reportsStart and stop circuit measurement, cell measurement, destination measurement and control unit measurementSet and remove circuit observation and failed call observationStart and stop VLR, HLR, and AC measurementsStart and stop MGW measurementsInterpret and analyse the collecting report.A over Ip and Ater Interfaces Theory:Explain the basic concepts of AoIP interfaceIntegrate the configuration if AoIP in MSS & MGWExplain the basic concepts of Ater interfaceIntegrate the configuration if Ater in MGWKnow the new hardware needed in MGWExplain the operating principles used in TFO, TrFO and CACIntroduction to NetAct OSS5.1 Theory:Describe NetAct architectureDescribe the major components of Configurator for Core Networks managementPrerequisitesPF1002 courseMML Commands for DX200 and IPA2800ContentsIntroduction to Rel.4 with MSS ConceptMSS/GCS/CDS ArchitectureHLR/AC/EIR/HLRi ArchitectureOpen MSS ArchitectureMGW ArchitectureSubscribers AdministrationCellular Radio Network AdministrationSignaling in SCN Release 4Routing in MSSIntegration MGW to MSS (Mc Interface)Integration BSC to Rel 4 (A Interface)Integration RNC to Rel 4 (Iu Interface)Integration MSS to MSS (Nc Interface)Integration MGW to MGW (Nb Interface)Basics of ChargingTraffic AdministrationsA over Ip and Ater InterfacesIntroduction to NetAct OSS5.1Duration10 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN3404-40A - Switching Core Network Troubleshooting - MSS SR4.0Nokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN3404-40ACourse TitleSwitching Core Network Troubleshooting - MSS SR4.0Target GroupSCN experts and OM personnelLearning TargetAfter the training, participants will be able to:List troubleshooting toolsCollect fault related background informationAnalyse the nature of the faultWhenever possible, provide local solutionUse needed toolsPerform call failure troubleshooting1 Introduction to Switching Core Network (SCN) TroubleshootingTheory:List different troubleshooting stylesExplain different troubleshooting techniquesRequirement for proper troubleshootingTroubleshooting process2 Troubleshooting Tools in MSS DX200Theory and Practical:List troubleshooting tools available in the DX200 platformSCNTSH cases in MSS3 Troubleshooting tools in MGW IPA2800Theory and Practical:List troubleshooting tools available in IPA2800SCNTSH Cases in MGW4 Service Terminal MSS DX200 and IPA 2800Theory and Practical:Understand basic service terminal tool for debuggingUnderstand basic functionality of processInterpret different unit addressing methodGet computer logStudy basic tools for message monitoring5 MSS DX200 Start-up TroubleshootingTheory and Practical:Explain how program codes and data files are loadedList three main restart types and explain loading process principlesExplain the effects of different types of restarts in a live network element6 MGW IPA2800 Start-up TroubleshootingTheory and Practical:Understand the basic operations taking place in the start-up of IPA2800 platformGive the relevant information concerning the faults to the IPA platform helpdesk for correction7 MGW IPA2800 Hardware DebuggingTheory and Practical:Troubleshoot system functions (HMS, synchronization and timing)8 ATCA MSS TroubleshootingTheory and Practical:Understand basic ATCA MSS M16.0 architecturePractice on ATCA MSS Troubleshooting toolsKnow System and Blade startup in ATCA MSS9 - SCNTSH CasesSCNTSH Cases are a collection of cases used during the training. After practicing cases, student should be able to:Theory and Practical:Locate and solve problems related to NSN MSS/HLR/MGWPrerequisitesPrerequisite coursesUMTS Fundamentals, SWPLATT ESS&ADM, 3GSCNOM. SCNSIG and SCNROU (highly recommended)Underpinning knowledge & skillsGood overall knowledge of 3G Rel4 network. At least 2 years of experience in operating NSN MSS and MGW.The participant is expected to master the contents of all the above mentioned coursesContentsIntroduction to Switching Core Network (SCN) TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Tools MSS DX200Troubleshooting Tools MGW IPA2800Service Terminal MSS DX200 and IPA 2800MSS DX200 Start-up TroubleshootingMGW IPA 2800 Start-up TroubleshootingMGW IPA 2800 HW DebuggingATCA MSS TroubleshootingSCNTSH CasesCommentNOTE: In case if customer has already ATCA MSS M16.0, the learning element ATCA MSS Troubleshooting can be discused for additional information. Basically in the application level, troubleshooting ATCA MSS is similar to DX200.Duration5 daysMax number of participants4Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelADV advancedExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN3410-41N - 3G Rel 4 Switching Core Network Signalling - MSS SR4.1Nokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN3410-41NCourse Title3G Rel 4 Switching Core Network Signalling - MSS SR4.1Target GroupWho need advanced knowledge on 2G/3G core network signalling based on NSN product version M14.6/U5, such as: Technical Support Engineer, Second Line Maintenance, Integration Engineer, System EngineerLearning TargetAt the end of the course the participant will be able to:Explain in details, protocols stacks used in Rel.4 M14/U5 CS core networkExplain messages, parameters and procedure concerning protocols used in the Rel.4 M14.6/U5 CS core networkTrace and interpret signalling messages using a signalling protocol analyserWith the help of documentation, draw the signalling flow charts in NSN core network, trace and interpret the signalling on different transmission interfaces (from CN) and interpret the significance of different messages1 Introduction to signalingTheory:describe the term of signallingName standardization bodies for 2G/3G core network protocols.Describe which protocol is used on what interface in a 2G/3G Rel4 switched core network and how that protocol is transportedExplain which NSN network elements are involved in the signalling processes.2 MTPTheory / Practical:Explain where and why a TDM based MTP is applied in a 2G/3G Rel4 switched core network.Describe the functionality of the three MTP layers (TDM based)Explain MTP message structureExplain important MTP proceduresMTP related messages in a message trace3 SAAL and MTP3bTheory/Practical:Explain where and why SAAL and MTP3b are applied in a 3G Rel4 switched core network.Understand function and message structure of SAAL and MTP3BExplain the MTP/SAAL functional proceduresTrace and interpret signaling flows4 SIGTRANTheory/Practical:Explain where the SIGTRAN protocol stack is applied in a 2G/3G Rel4 switched core networkDescribe the function and structure of SCTP messagesDescribe the function and structure of M3UA messagesKnow where the ISDN User Adaptation protocol is appliedMonitor and explain SIGTRAN messages from WireShark5 SCCPTheory / Practical:Explain where and why SCCP is applied in a 2G/3G Rel4 switched core network.Describe how SCCP messages are transported on various interfacesDescribe the functionalities of SCCP in a CCS7 protocol stackExplain the complete structure of an SCCP messageDistinguish the SCCP services: connection oriented, connectionlessUnderstand the SCCP message routing based on SCP, SSN, GTInterpret printouts of SCCP messages6 Application PartAfter completing this learning element, the participant will be able to:Theory/Practical:Explain where and why TCAP and MAP are applied in a 2G/3G Rel4 switched core network.Describe how TCAP and MAP messages are transported on the various interfacesExplain the structure of a TCAP/MAP messageUnderstand the functions of TCAP transaction portion, dialog portion and component portionDescribe how TCAP supports the exchange of messages from higher layer protocolsList and describe different MAP functionalities and procedures7 RANAPAfter completing this learning element, the participant will be able to:Theory/Practical:Explain where and why RANAP is applied in a 3G Rel4 switched core network.Describe how RANAP messages are transported on the Iu-CS interfaceUnderstand the main functions of the RANAP signalling protocol on the Iu-CS interfaceExplain how RANAP is used for the location update procedure on the Iu-CS interfaceExplain how RANAP is used for the call setup procedure on the Iu-CS interfaceTrace and interpret RANAP signalling flows8 AAL2 SignalingAfter completing this learning element, the participant will be able to:Theory:Explain where and why AAL2 signaling is applied in a 3G Rel4 switched core network.Describe how AAL2 signalling messages are transported on the Iu-CS interfaceUnderstand the purpose of AAL2 signallingDescribe the AAL2 signalling messagesExplain the AAL2 signalling proceduresInterpret an AAL2 signalling message flow9 MEGACOAfter completing this learning element, the participant will be able to:Theory/Practical:Explain where and why MEGACO is applied in a 2G/3G Rel4 switched core networkDescribe how MEGACO messages are transported on the Mc interfaceExplain the MEAGCO protocol philosophyExplain the MEGACO message structureDescribe concepts like Context, Terminations, SignalsInterpret MEGACO message flows for call setup10 ISUPAfter completing this learning element, the participant will be able to:Theory/Practical:Explain where and why ISUP is applied in a 2G/3G Rel4 switched core network.Know the function and message structure of ISUPDescribe call related ISUP proceduresInterpret printouts of ISUP message flows11 BICCAfter completing this learning element, the participant will be able to:Theory/Practical:Explain where and why BICC is applied in a 2G/3G Rel4 switched core network.Describe how BICC messages are transported on the Nc interfaceDescribe BICC messageExplain new parameter inside BICC messageExplain transfer of IPBCP signaling inside BICCTrace and interpret signaling flow12 SIP-IAfter completing this learning element, the participant will be able to:Theory/Practical:List the interfaces in the switched core network on which SIP signalling is applied.Describe how SIP messages are transported on the Nc interface.Explain the structure of a SIP dialog for call control on the Nc interface.Explain the SIP requests that are being used for call control by a M14 MSS.Distinguish between provisional and final SIP responses.Interpret SIP addresses like SIP- and TEL-URI.Identify the different parts of a SIP request and a SIP response.Explain how call control is realized with encapsulated ISUP messagesExplain how bearer information is transmitted inside SIP messagesAnalyze a SIP trace example with the help of this document.13 A over IPAfter completing this learning element, the participant will be able to:Theory:Explain the new connection type between MGW and BSCAnalyze the new or changed BSSAP messages based on IP connectionPrerequisitesUMTS Fundamentals (TM7504-01N), Switching Platform Essentials (PF1001-02A), 3G Rel4 Switching Core Networks Operation and Maintenance (CN3401-40EN)This course is recommended for students who have been working with the NSN GSM/UMTS equipment for at least a year. Good knowledge of ATM/IP technology required.Contents1 - Introduction to signaling2 - MTP3 - SAAL and MTP3b4 - SIGTRAN5 - SCCP6 - Application Part7 - RANAP8 - AAL2 Signaling9 - MEGACO10 - ISUP11 - BICC12 - SIP-I13 - A over IPDuration5 daysMax number of participants4Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelADV advancedExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN3011-40N - 3G Switching Core Network Routing Delta - MSS SR4.0Nokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN3011-40NCourse Title3G Switching Core Network Routing Delta - MSS SR4.0Target GroupEngineering experts working with the MSC server system responsible for routing configuration and troubleshooting.Learning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to describe:The User Plane Routing and its possible definitions.The MGW selection basic functionality in the MSSThe process of Traffic Channel Assignment in different call cases and the related parametersThe functions used to optimise the MGW selection in calls where the TDM is used as a bearerDescribe the Speech Transmission Optimizations in MSSIntroduction to SCNROUDescribe the usage of call control, user plane control and MGW control in the MSSUser Plane RoutingDescribe the user plane routing and its different possible configurationsIdentify the usage of each user plane analysis and the possible attributes used for its configurationIdentify for different call cases the required user plane analysis to be configured / used in the MSS.Describe the structure of the User Plane Topology databaseList the parameters used as link between the Control Plane Routing component and the User Plane Routing ComponentMGW SelectionDescribe the general MGW selection functionality applied in the MSS in case of ephemeral (ATM/IP) resourcesDescribe the general MGW selection functionality applied in the MSS in case of physical TDM resources,Plan and apply the use of the MGW Selection functionality in the MSS for different MGW load sharing weightTraffic Channel Assignment and MGW Selection OptimisationDescribe the process of Traffic Channel Assignment in different call cases and the related parametersDescribe the functions in the MSS to optimise the MGW selection in calls where the TDM is used as a bearer.Describe the LBCU ID in route selectionDescribe the vMGW ID based call routing optimisation functionalitySpeech Transmission Optimizations in MSSPlan and apply in particular the use of the TrFO & TFODescribe the Speech Transmission Optimisation methods in available in the MSSPrerequisitesGeneral 3G system knowledge, ATM and IP Basics, IPA/DX200 platform O&M knowledge, Control Plane Routing knowledgePrerequisite courses:System TrainingSwitching Platform Essentials and Administration3G Switching Core Network Operation and MaintenanceContents(1)Introduction to SCNROUUser Plane RoutingMGW SelectionTCA and MGW Selection OptimisationSpeech Transmission Optimisation in MSSDuration3 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelADV advancedExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN3411-41N - 3G Rel 4 Switching Core Network Signalling Delta MSS SR4.1Nokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN3411-41NCourse Title3G Rel 4 Switching Core Network Signalling Delta MSS SR4.1Target GroupWho need advanced knowledge on 3G core network signalling based on NSN product version M14.6/U5, such as: Technical Support Engineer, Second Line Maintenance, Integration Engineer, System EngineerLearning TargetAt the end of the course the participant will be able to:Explain in details, protocols stacks used in Rel.4 M15/U5 CS core networkExplain messages, parameters and procedure concerning protocols used in the Rel.4 M15/U5 CS core networkTrace and interpret signalling messages using a signalling protocol analyserWith the help of documentation, draw the signalling flow charts in NSN core network, trace and interpret the signalling on different transmission interfaces (from CN) and interpret the significance of different messages1 Introduction to signalingTheory:describe the term of signalingName standardization bodies for 2G/3G core network protocols.Describe which protocol is used on what interface in a 2G/3G Rel4 switched core network and how that protocol is transportedExplain which NSN network elements are involved in the signalling processes.2 SAAL and MTP3bTheory/Practical:Explain where and why SAAL and MTP3b are applied in a 3G Rel4 switched core network.Understand function and message structure of SAAL and MTP3BExplain the MTP/SAAL functional proceduresTrace and interpret signaling flows3 SIGTRANTheory/Practical:Explain where the SIGTRAN protocol stack is applied in a 2G/3G Rel4 switched core networkDescribe the function and structure of SCTP messagesDescribe the function and structure of M3UA messagesKnow where the ISDN User Adaptation protocol is appliedMonitor and explain SIGTRAN messages from WireShark4 RANAPTheory/Practical:Explain where and why RANAP is applied in a 3G Rel4 switched core network.Describe how RANAP messages are transported on the Iu-CS interfaceUnderstand the main functions of the RANAP signalling protocol on the Iu-CS interfaceExplain how RANAP is used for the location update procedure on the Iu-CS interfaceExplain how RANAP is used for the call setup procedure on the Iu-CS interfaceTrace and interpret RANAP signalling flows5 AAL2 SignallingTheory:Explain where and why AAL2 signalling is applied in a 3G Rel4 switched core network.Describe how AAL2 signalling messages are transported on the Iu-CS interfaceUnderstand the purpose of AAL2 signalingDescribe the AAL2 signalling messagesExplain the AAL2 signalling proceduresInterpret an AAL2 signalling message flow6 MEGACOTheory/Practical:Explain where and why MEGACO is applied in a 2G/3G Rel4 switched core networkDescribe how MEGACO messages are transported on the Mc interfaceExplain the MEAGCO protocol philosophyExplain the MEGACO message structureDescribe concepts like Context, Terminations, SignalsInterpret MEGACO message flows for call setup7 BICCTheory/Practical:Explain where and why BICC is applied in a 2G/3G Rel4 switched core network.Describe how BICC messages are transported on the Nc interfaceDescribe BICC messageExplain new parameter inside BICC messageExplain transfer of IPBCP signalling inside BICCTrace and interpret signalling flow8 SIP-ITheory/Practical:List the interfaces in the switched core network on which SIP signalling is applied.Describe how SIP messages are transported on the Nc interface.Explain the structure of a SIP dialog for call control on the Nc interface.Explain the SIP requests that are being used for call control by a M15 MSS.Distinguish between provisional and final SIP responses.Interpret SIP addresses like SIP- and TEL-URI.Identify the different parts of a SIP request and a SIP response.Explain how call control is realized with encapsulated ISUP messagesExplain how bearer information is transmitted inside SIP messagesAnalyze a SIP trace example with the help of this document.9 A over IPTheory:Explain the new connection type between MGW and BSCAnalyze the new or changed BSSAP messages based on IP connectionPrerequisitesUMTS Fundamentals (TM7504-01N), Switching Platform Essentials, 3G Rel4 Switching Core Networks Operation and Maintenance (CN3401-40EN)This course is recommended for students who have been working with the NSN GSM/UMTS equipment for at least a year. Good knowledge of ATM/IP technology required.ContentsIntroduction to signalingSAAL and MTP3bSIGTRANRANAPAAL2 SignallingMEGACOBICCSIP-IA over IPDuration3 daysMax number of participants4Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelADV advancedExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN3450-40N - Switching Core Network Recovery MSS SR4.0Nokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN3450-40NCourse TitleSwitching Core Network Recovery MSS SR4.0Target Groupll personnel operating and maintaining a DX 200 MSC//MSS and IPA2800 MGW, who additionally have the task to recover the disk after a major system crash.Learning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Knowledge, skills and exercises in deploying the current Fallback Software Build, both from disk and from DAT/MO/USBSkills in the above to minimise the time when loss of traffic in the switch can occurRecovery PrinciplesTheory and practical:Explain the principal of recovering a network element and state two factors which should be considered and checked regularly during the recovery processExplain diagrammatically the disk directory structure in the Winchester Disks. State the contents found in each subdirectoryState the file, which is used as a reference source for the Safecopying procedure. State where any files not included in this reference source should be stored if they are to be copiedGive three examples of different crash scenarios. State the cause of each crash scenario and the effect which each has on traffic and the availability of MML commandsExecute a safecopy of the working software package to a DAT/MO tape/USB stick following good working procedures. Explain the three different types of safecopying which can be executed.Service Terminal EssentialsTheory and practical:To provide an introduction into service Terminal, and the associated extensionsEnable the user to recover the system with the use of service TerminalSafecopyingTheory and practical:Understand different safecopying method for software and databaseTo provide a guide to restore software and database.Changing of hard disksTheory and practical:Following the procedure outlined in the product line document Changing a Winchester Disk, demonstrate the changing of a Winchester DiskStart up phasesTheory and practical:Following the procedure outlined in the product line document start up phases in DMX unit or in start up in Chorus units, and get the main idea of the start up phasesRecovery CasesTheory and practical:Recover the DX 200 MSC/VLR/MSS and IPA2800 MGW from a variety of different crash scenarios with good technique and in minimal time.Recovery cases for SW and HW problems.(change SW package status, change SW default Flag, make Safecopy, make Fallback, activate FW package, activate Fallback from external medium, one disk crash, two disk Crash, usage of ZIP and UNZIP, usage of FTP file transfer,)PrerequisitesGeneral 3G Rel.4 system knowledgeATM BasicsIPA/DX200 platform O&M knowledgeAt least one year of experience in operating NSN SubsystemContentsRecovery principlesService Terminal EssentialsSafecopyingChanging of hard disksStart up phasesRecovery casesDuration3 daysMax number of participants4Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelADV advancedExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN6000-40A - MSC Server and Multimedia Gateway Operations and Integration - MSS SR4.0Nokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6000-40ACourse TitleMSC Server and Multimedia Gateway Operations and Integration - MSS SR4.0Target GroupMobile circuit core network engineers who require practical experience with Nokia Siemens Networks Release 4 MSS and MGW.Learning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:List all the network elements that form the MSC Server system solution and describe their functionalityConfigure the most relevant protocols and interfaces used in MSC Server system both for control plane and user planeIntegrate the Release 4 MGW and its resources in MSSIntegrate a BSC and an RNC in a R4 Network1 Introduction to Rel.4Theory:Outline the structure of the 3G Rel.4 networkList the benefits of the MSS conceptOutline the separation of planesDraw the CN-CS Rel. 4 architecture (network elements,interfaces & protocols)2 MSS/GCS/CDS ArchitectureTheory:Mention connectivity of Network Elements in Release 4List the main functions of the MSS, GCS and CDSExplain the main functions of each functional unitList the redundancy principles for the units in MSS, GCS and CDSExplain the main difference between the standalone MSS and integrated MSSPractice:Visit of a Test Bed and Elements recognition (if possible)3 Open MSS ArchitectureTheory:List the benefits of ATCAExplain NSN ATCA HW PlatformExplain the Open MSS configurationList the functional units in the Open MSSExplain the redundancy principles in Open MSS4 MGW ArchitectureTheory:List the main functions of the MGW for MSSExplain the main functions of each functional unit.List the redundancy principles for the function units.Identify the interfaces implemented in the MGW.Explain the MGW hardware configuration.Practice:Visit of a Test Bed and Elements recognition (if possible)5 Signalling in SCN Rel.4Theory:List the interfaces of MSS and MGW and the relevant protocolsList necessary signalling protocols needed in the MSS, HLR, MGW, towards the PSTN/BSC/RNC and other networks elements in 3GPP Rel.4List the main functions of MAP, BSSAP, RANAP, ISUP, BICC, SIP and H.248Write a list of necessary definitions that have to be done in our MSS when a new MSS is added to the existing GSM/UMTS network and the new MSS has a direct signalling connection to the MSSGive an example case in which SCCP routing is needed and MTP routing cannot be used to route the signalling message to the destinationPractice:Give an overview of the CCS network, including used protocols in each network element in the GSM & UMTS networkInterrogate the current SS7 network configuration of the MSS & MGWExpand the current SS7 network by creating SS7 objects (signalling link, signalling link set, signalling route & route set, SCCP connections) in the MSS & MGW6 Routing in MSSTheory:Understand & Draw the routing hierarchy in MSS concept & compare route concept in ATM, IP and TDM transport alternativesUnderstand the basic call cases scenarioUnderstand & Draw the TDM routing data configuration in MSS towards a BSCUnderstand & Draw the BICC routing data configuration towards a MSSUnderstand & Draw the ISUP routing data configuration towards an external networkUnderstand & Draw the Special routes (GSM-END/HLR-ENQ/ANOUNCEMENT)Practice:Interrogate necessary basics of routing, e.g. Dialling pre-analysis, Origin Analysis, EOS AnalysisKnow necessary parameters in the CGR, ROU, Component Analysis7 MGW Integration to MSS (Mc Interface)Theory + Practice:List the possible protocols used in Mc interfaceCreate & Interrogate SIGTRAN between MSS & MGWCreate & Interrogate Control protocol (H.248) between MSS & MGWCreate the needed TDM resources for integrated MSS between MSS and MGW.8 BSC Integration in Rel 4 (A Interface)Theory + Practice:Create signalling definitions between BSC and MGWCreate routing definitions between BSC and MGWCreate BSC related signalling definitions in the MSSCreate own BSC in the MSS9 Nc Interface IntegrationTheory + Practice:List the possible protocols used in Nc interfaceCreate & Interrogate SIGTRAN for C-P between MSS & MSSCreate & Interrogate BICC Routing components towards a MSS10 RNC Integration to Rel 4 (Iu Interface)Theory + Practice:Know the steps to integrate RNC over ATM networkCreate signalling definitions between RNC and MGWCreate routing definitions between RNC and MGWCreate RNC related signalling definitions in the MSSKnow the steps to integrate RNC over IP networkCreate control plane and user plane for IP based Iu-CSCreate own RNC in the MSS11 Nb Interface IntegrationTheory + Practice:List the possible protocols used in Nb interfaceList steps for creating Nb interface based on IP12 A over Ip and Ater InterfacesTheory:Explain the basic concepts of AoIP interfaceIntegrate the configuration if AoIP in MSS & MGWExplain the basic concepts of Ater interfaceIntegrate the configuration if Ater in MGWKnow the new hardware needed in MGWExplain the operating principles used in TFO, TrFO and CACPrerequisitesFamiliar with NSN MSC Release M13 and NSN MGW Release U3A and U3B operation and maintenance, familiar with 3G Release 4 architecture and functionality.Contents(1)Introduction to Rel4DX MSS ArchitectureOpen MSS ArchitectureMGW for MSS (U5)Signalling Protocols OverviewRouting in MSSMGW integration to MSS (Mc interface)BSC integration in Rel4Nc interface integrationRNC integration in Release 4Nb interface integrationAoIP and Ater interfaceDuration4 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: AL-Number: Course Description ofCN6002-41A - M15 and U5 feature release workshopNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6002-41ACourse TitleM15 and U5 feature release workshopTarget GroupIntegration engineering, Operation and maintenance, Commissioning, System engineering, Configuration management, Network planning, SW engineeringLearning TargetAim of the course:Competence transfer for M15 and U5 feature releases on Nokia Siemens Networks equipment in various networks (2G, 3G).Support the first procedures (O&M, integration and configuration) after upgrade to new M15 and U5 releases and facilitate steps into further detailed studies.Scope / limitations: The course/workshop :Only SR4.1 new features are introduced in this course, not included are the old SR3.2,SR3.3 features.Has a focus on enabling the participants to work with the new M15 related MML commands and parameters, rather than troubleshooting on new feature implementationThis is not SCN Routing or MGW-Integration training and has no overlap with such.Does not make you become an expert in M15 release feature planning; such competence can only be gained in the daily involvement with M15 and U5 releases and deeper studies.PrerequisitesSwitching Platform Essentials and AdministrationMSC Server System and Media Gateway e-learning3G Rel. 4 SCNOM (or SCNOM)Underpinning knowledge & skills:Good knowledge of GSM and UMTS, good understanding of protocols used in GSM/UMTS, experience/self study on previous M-releases and featuresContentsFeatures:SMS over LTE (SGs interface) FN1914 phase1CS Fall-back from LTE to 2G/3G FN1914 ph2Load Balancer for SIP FN1828Load Balancer for H.248 FN1840A over IP TC in MGW enhancements -FN1895HD voice toward external servers FN1335VLR backup FN1881IP Realm based rate control & SLA FN1903IP PBX support FN1331MultiSIM / One number service SM - FN1935Music on hold FN1947G711 packatisation - FNNew HW in MGWMGW feature:AEC and NS for TrFO callsMGW feature :VLAN for User PlaneMGW feature :Realtime user quality monitoringVLR load balancer for MSS pool - CNPSTDM circuit balancer for MSS pool - CNPSMSS Pool Configuration Assistant OSSRemote and Automated SW Management -OSSWeb Service Interface (commercial) FN1910-Duration2 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelADV advancedExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN6010-40A - MSC Server and Media Gateway Planning Workshop [SR4.0]Nokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6010-40ACourse TitleMSC Server and Media Gateway Planning Workshop [SR4.0]Target GroupPersonnel, who need to obtain an overview on dimensioning and planning of R4 networks.Engineers from other disciplines interfacing with SCN planning. Those should be aware, that the course is not dealing with their main job task.Learning TargetMSS System Introduction and EvolutionExplain 3GPP R4 Network architecture in general and its benefitDescribe the new interfaces and protocols related to 3GPP R4 MSS SystemList the network elements in the MSS systemUnderstand the basic configuration and basic capacity figures of MSS and MGW Platforms in NSNs R4 implementationUnderstand the evolution path of MSS toward convergence networkCS Core Network Planning and DimensioningDescribe the general network planning & dimensioning process, the required inputs and output deliverablesDescribe the issue related to network planning such as resilience in network planning, backbone alternatives and network topologyUnderstand how to dimension CS core network in terms of needed bandwidth in different interfacesMSS Overview and DimensioningUnderstand the modular concept of NSN MSC Server and list the different appearances of NSN MSC Server platforms.Understand the new capacity parameters related to MSS conceptList important capacity figures for MSSUnderstand static capacity limits and resulting hardware configurations of NSN MSC Server.Understand dynamic capacity limits for Signalling and how they relate to predefined traffic models.MGW Overview and DimensioningUnderstand the modular concept of NSN MGW and list the different configurations of NSN MGW platformsList the new HW for the latest MGW releaseUnderstand the important functionalities of MGW for MSS such as VMGW, H.248, User Plane Processing, TFO/TrFO, Speech Enhancement, etc.Explain the flow of user plane traffic through the NSN MGW for all the different possible call cases, and how it impacts MGW dynamic capacitiesExplain static capacity limits and extension capabilities of NSN MGW (interfaces, cabinets, etc)Understand the dynamic capacity limits of NSN MGW for signalling toward MSS or as signalling gatewayUnderstand the dynamic capacity limits of NSN MGW for call handling and DSP tasksMSS Detailed PlanningMake detailed planning for MSS and MGW especially in the following areaNW and NE Specific ParametersIP PlanningCCS7 PlanningMGW PlanningRouting Element PlanningRouting Analysis PlanningCellular Network PlanningCharging PlanningPrerequisitesCN00347 or comparable knowledgeContentsMSS System Introduction and EvolutionCS Core Network Planning and DimensioningMSS Overview and DimensioningMGW Overview and DimensioningMSS Detailed PlanningCommentThis course is too short to provide full enabling for the task of an SCN planner. Please use CN1075-CN1077 for this purpose.Duration4 daysMax number of participants12Course Type: with or without practiceTHY=Theoretical courseSkill levelADV advancedExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN6020-40N - MSC Server and Media Gateway commissioning - MSS SR4.0 M14.6 DX MSS and U5 IPA MGWNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6020-40NCourse TitleMSC Server and Media Gateway commissioning - MSS SR4.0 M14.6 DX MSS and U5 IPA MGWTarget GroupTechnical support, Integration engineering, Commissioning, System engineering, First line maintenance, Second line maintenance, Installation, HW engineering, SW engineeringLearning TargetPerform commissioning on the DX 200 MSS and IPA 2800 MGWPrerequisites2G/3G Rel 4 CN3401-33N, CN6000-30NGood GSM / UMTS knowledge, Nokia Siemens Networks platform DX200 IPA2800 knowledgeContentsIntroduction to commissioningInstallation of HW and SW - MSSCreation of HW-Definitions - MSSOther Necessary DefinitionsInstallation of HW and SW - MGWCreation of HW-Definitions - MGWHW DebuggingDuration4 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelADV advancedExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN6104-05N - Media Gateway Troubleshooting U5Nokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6104-05NCourse TitleMedia Gateway Troubleshooting U5Target Group3G CS Expert who is in charge of O&M and trouble shooting for MGW Network Element.Learning TargetAt the end of the course the participant will be able to:Define the location of the faultCollect required background informationAnalyse the nature of the faultWhenever possible, provide a local solutionUse needed toolsIntroduction to Troubleshooting and Service TerminalDescribe process of performing troubleshootingDescribe the basic architecture of MGW platformList and shortly explain the use of the tools of troubleshooting.Use the service terminal for DMX and Chorus unitsIdentify extensions needed for troubleshootingCollect information from different log systems and perform message monitoringStart-up TroubleshootingTo understand the basic operations taking place in the startup of the IPA2800 platform.To be able to locate which operations got faulty.To be able to give the relevant information concerning the faults to the IPA2800 platform helpdesk for correction.Hardware DebuggingTroubleshoot system functions (HMS, synchronization and timing)MGW Troubleshooting CasesIdentify, locate and fix hw and sw simulated faults related to the MGW .PrerequisitesGeneral 3G system knowledge, ATM Basic, IPA/DX200 platform O&M knowledgeCN8146-31N or 3G SCN DELTA, ATM1 year of experience in the fieldContentsIntroduction to Troubleshooting and Service TerminalStart-up TroubleshootingHardware DebuggingMGW Troubleshooting CasesDuration3 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelADV advancedExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN6208-14N - Circuit Switched Data Server Configuration and Operations WorkshopNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6208-14NCourse TitleCircuit Switched Data Server Configuration and Operations WorkshopTarget GroupEngineering support and system acceptance personnel working with second and third line maintenance of NSN MSC Server system.Learning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Explain CDS architecture and functionality.List possible configuration options of IWF functionality residing in MSC Server system.Perform commissioning on CDS andintegrate CDS into MSC server system.Test and verify the functionality of the CDS and IWF related features in MSSSystem.Prerequisites3G REL4 SYSe, 3G REL4 CORe, MSS MGW ITGDuration2 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelADV advancedExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN6450-40A - DX-HLRe System OverviewNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6450-40ACourse TitleDX-HLRe System OverviewTarget GroupAll personnel interested in DX-HLReLearning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to :Describe the DX HLRe systemList the HW configuration of DX HLReDescribe the DX HLRe InterfacesDX HLRe OverviewDescribe the DX HLRe componentsDescribe the Architecture of DX HLRe componentsList the Functionalities of DX HLReKnow the benefits of the systemDX HLRe HWList the Hardware used to build DX HLRe systemList the operating system used in different HWDX HLRe InterfacesList the interface between DX HLRe componenetsDescribe External interfaces between DX HLRe and other systemsPrerequisitesBasic understanding of telecommunication networksKnowledge about requirements to Subscriber Data Management in mobile networksContentsDX-HLRe features,functionality and benefitsDX-HLRe logical architecture and componentsDX-HLRe interfaces between components, integration (high-level)DX-HLRe overview of configurations (HW/SW platforms, capacity)Duration1 DayMax number of participants30Course Type: with or without practiceTHY=Theoretical courseSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: AL-Number: Course Description ofCN6452-14N - DX200 HLR Integration - Operation and MaintenanceNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6452-14NCourse TitleDX200 HLR Integration - Operation and MaintenanceTarget GroupSCN Engineers, SCN PlannersLearning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Know functions of functional units in DX 200 HLR/EIR/ACIntegrate DX 200 HLR to the 3G Release 4 SolutionPerform Traffic AdministrationDX 200 HLR (HLRi) ArchitectureList the main functions of HLR/AC/EIR.List the functional units of HLR.Describe the physical realisation, including plug-in units and the interfaces of these units.List the redundancy principles for the units in HLR.Subscriber Administration - theoryList teleservices available in NSN implementationList basic supplementary services in GSM and UMTSList five locations where subscriber data is stored in the GSM and UMTS networksDescribes the authentication mechanisms used in GSM and UMTSIdentify examples of register dataGive the maximum capacities of the HLR, VLR, AC, and EIRExplain the use of NSN specific parameters in EIR, HLR and VLRSubscriber Administration - practiceList the subscriber information stored in the SIM, ME, HLR, AC, EIR and the VLRDelete the subscriber from the GSM/UMTS networkCreate a new subscriber to the GSM/UMTS network by the direct method and by using a profile ^Create a UMTS subscriberActivate authentication checking by setting VLR- and PLMN-specific parameters in the VLR and test itActivate cipheringStart or stop using TMSI and set events for TMSI reallocationFilter and modify multiple subscribers in the AC and the HLR by using imsifile.Signaling in SCN Release 4 - theoryList necessary signaling protocols needed in the DX200 HLRList the main functions of MAPGive an example case in which SCCP routing is needed and MTP routing cannot be used to route the signaling message to the destinationSignalling in SCN Release 4 - practiceGive an overview of the CCS network, including used protocols in each network element in the GSM and UMTS networkTraffic AdministrationsList at least five useful points of traffic administrationList the six main performance groups in the network that can be monitored by traffic measurement, observation, and supervisionIdentify and explain the traffic administration available for each performanceExplain the meaning of a measurement report by using a reference documentIdentify the process for how to transfer measurement data from a network element to the OBSPrerequisitesPF1002MML Commands for DX200 and IPA2800ContentsHLR/AC/EIR I-SeriesSubscriber AdministrationSignaling in SCN Release 4Traffic AdministrationsDuration3 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN6454-40A - DX HLRe - DXA Component Integration and Operation and MaintenanceNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6454-40ACourse TitleDX HLRe - DXA Component Integration and Operation and MaintenanceTarget GroupDX HLRe system administratorsLearning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Describe the key features of the DXAIntegrate the DXA to the DX HLRIntegrate the DXA to the provisioning systemIntegrate the DXA to the One-NDS directoryOperate DXA administration toolsOverview and featuresDescribe the functionality of the DXAIdentify the role of the DXA component in the DX HLRe systemDescribe the main use casesInterfaces and architectureList the external interfaces and protocolsList the platform componentsDescribe the software architectureList the O&M principlesDX HLR integrationUse the HLR integration toolsPerform HLR-related administration tasksProvisioning system integrationConfigure the provisioning system interfacesPerform provisioning system related administration tasksOne-NDS directory integrationConfigure the One-NDS directory interfacePerform One-NDS directory interface related administration tasksOperation and maintenance proceduresMonitor alarmsMonitor performance managementManage logsManage software licencesPrerequisites3G System overviewDX HLRe System OverviewFlexiPlatform Release 4 Charm/DXA O&MUnderpinning knowledge & skillsBasic knowledge of the GSM/UMTS network architecture and the roles of the MSC/VLR/HLRPractical knowledge of NSN FlexiPlatform Release 4 cluster administrationContentsOverview and featuresInterfaces and architectureDX HLR integrationProvisioning system integrationOne-NDS directory integrationOperation and maintenance proceduresDuration1.50 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN6500-80A - One-NDS Directory 8.0 - OperationNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6500-80ACourse TitleOne-NDS Directory 8.0 - OperationTarget GroupOperation SpecialistSystem AdministratorLearning TargetProduct Overview One-NDS Directory 8.0Describe the purpose of the One-NDS Directory.List the key features of the One-NDS Directory.Directory Server PrinciplesDescribe the basic X.500 principles that the One-NDS directory is based on including the hierarchical data structure, DN, RDN, object classes, entries, attributes, values and types.Identify the RDN and DN of an entry.Describe the use of alias entries.List the Directory configuration specified by a schema.Training DIT and DataDescribe the DIT and data used in the Training lab.Become familiar with the style and content of the DIT documentation.Data DistributionDescribe what is meant by data distribution.List the reasons for distributing data.Understand the function and responsibilities of a DSA.Describe how data can be distributed over multiple DSAs.Directory LDAP access via command line interfaceDescribe the format of an LDAP command.Describe the format of an LDIF file.Carry out operations for adding, modifying and deleting data using LDAP commands and LDIF files.Use the appropriate LDAP options and describe what these options mean.Recognise when an LDAP command has succeeded or failed.Directory LDAP access via a GUIUse an LDAP browser GUI to access and modify data in the Directory.Directory Data IntegrityDescribe why data integrity is important between Directory nodes and DSAs.List the modes and states that a Directory node be in.Describe the mechanisms used by the Directory to ensure data remains consistent: replication, synchronisation and reconciliation.Describe the failover procedure.Use the relevant Directory utilities to interrogate Directory nodes about their mode and state.Directory Backup and RestoreDescribe the purpose of transaction logging.Describe the restore procedure.Describe the format of journal files and backup files.Use the relevant Directory utility to list the journal files and backup files.Perform a Directory restart.Restart a Directory node using the backup and journal files from another node within the DSA.Directory MonitoringRecognise the signs of a healthy or unhealthy Directory node.Use the relevant One-NDS Directory documentation associated with Directory alarms.Describe the format of an alarm including the severity, alarm number and source type.Use the relevant log files generated by a Directory node to investigate the state of the node.Describe the automatic housekeeping that is performed on a Directory node.PrerequisitesBasic Knowledge of Linux operating systemContentsProduct Overview One-NDS Directory 8.0Directory Server PrinciplesTraining DIT and DataData DistributionDirectory LDAP access via command line interfaceDirectory LDAP access via a GUIDirectory Data IntegrityDirectory Backup and RestoreDirectory MonitoringDuration3 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN6510-80A - One-NDS Directory 8.0 AdministrationNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6510-80ACourse TitleOne-NDS Directory 8.0 AdministrationTarget GroupCustomer operatorsLearning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Edit the configuration parameters that control Directory node behaviour.Edit the configuration parameters that control DSA and node interaction.Edit the Directory memory parametersAdd Directory users.Configure audit and diagnostic logging.Configure database triggering.DSA Configuration and ControlTheory and practical:Describe the configuration and control data present within the Directory.Understand the types of configuration data within the Directory.Describe the key control data within the Directory.Understand the Directory behaviour controlled by the configuration and control data.Learn how to identify and edit the current configuration and control data for a DSA using LDAP.Node Configuration and ControlTheory and practical:Identify the Directory configuration data that determines the control of an individual node.Identify the parameter files that determine the behaviour of a node.Understand the current configuration values.Describe the procedures required to edit parametersUser AdministrationTheory and practical:Identify the current Directory users configured on the system.Learn how to create new Directory usersLearn how to add a new user to an existing group.Test that the new user has access to the Directory data as determined by the users group permissions.Audit and Diagnostic LoggingTheory and practical:Understand the system requirementsIntroduce the trigger overload behaviourUnderstand the trigger control attributesIntroduce trigger condition entriesLearn how and where to define trigger entriesIntroduce trigger actionsLearn how and where to define trigger actionsUnderstand the mandatory and optional attributesWhere to look if you experience issues regarding database trigger configurationDatabase TriggersTheory and practical:Introduce database triggersUnderstand why triggers are usedUnderstand the triggering processUnderstand the system requirementsIntroduce the trigger overload behaviourUnderstand the trigger control attributesSet up the necessary triggering configuration for a new SOAP trigger to be performed.Set up an associated NDS alarm?Test the trigger and alarm.Where to look if you experience issues regarding database trigger configurationPrerequisitesUser-level UNIX / Linux knowledgeCN6500 One-NDS Directory OperationContentsLearning Elements:DSA Configuration and ControlNode Configuration and ControlUser AdministrationAudit and Diagnostic LoggingDatabase TriggersDuration2 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelADV advancedExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN6650-40A - One-NDS 8.0 Compact Overview for HLR and HSSNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6650-40ACourse TitleOne-NDS 8.0 Compact Overview for HLR and HSSTarget GroupSales personell, Technical managementLearning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Describe the basic architecture and features of the repository One-NDS and relevant front ends like NT-HLR-FE, HSS-FE, DX HLR-FEFundamentals of One-NDS for NT HLRDescribe the general architecture of One-NDS and relevant application front endsName the basic functional componentsOne-NDS overviewExplain the new architecture of the subscriber repositoryOutline site and redundancy conceptDescribe the backup and data migration conceptList the functions of the relevant One-NDS serversExplain the accessibility of dataApplication NT HLRDescribe the new architecture of the NT-HLR-FEList the basic call featuresExplain extended featuresExplain the principle of encryption and decryption of dataDescribe the principle of the High Security ModuleApplication DX HLReExplain the basic architecture of DX HLReExplain the basic functionsApplication HSSExplain the basics of the HSS conceptDescribe the important data in the HSSCompare the difference of HSS classic and HSSdList the basic HSSd featuresNT HLR - OAM ConceptExplain the management functions for HSS and HLRName the different graphical user interfacesName the available documentation for each NEPrerequisitesBasic knowledge of Mobile NetworksContentsFundamentals of One-NDS for NT HLROne-NDS overviewApplication NT HLRApplication DX HLReApplication HSSNT HLR - OAM ConceptDuration1 DayMax number of participants16Course Type: with or without practiceTHY=Theoretical courseSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN6770-20A - PGW - Provisioning Gateway Operation 2.0Nokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6770-20ACourse TitlePGW - Provisioning Gateway Operation 2.0Target GroupO&M personnelLearning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Explain the function of the PGWAdminister mobile subscriber dataAdminister general HLR dataPerform O&M tasks for PGWFunctions of the PGWExplain the function of the PGWProvisioning GUITheory: Handle subscriber data via Provisioning GUIPractice: Handle the application "Order Management"Handle the application "HLR Administration"Handle the application "General HLR Administration"General Subscriber Data AdministrationSupplementary ServicesOperator Determined BarringsRestrictionsSpecial ServicesHLR IN ServicesPractice: Create/delete/modify HLR/AC mobile subscribersAssign different services to subscribersGeneral HLR Data AdministrationTheory: Explain: Roaming Area Name, Bearer Capability Information Element, Subscriber Related Routing, Short Code ,Quality of Service, Prohibited Forward to Number, LCS Profile, Voice Mail Service, CAMEL/IN ServicesPractice: Administer General HLR Data like: Roaming Area Name, Bearer Capability Information Element, Subscriber Related Routing, Short Code ,Quality of Service, Prohibited Forward to Number, LCS Profile, Voice Mail Service, CAMEL/IN ServicesO&M Tasks via @vantage commanderTheory: Explain management functions for PGWPractice: Interpret PGW faults with the help of the "Event Manager"Activate PGW measurements with the help of the "Performance Management"Start O&M tasks via @vantage commanderPrerequisitesPrerequisite coursesCN6650 HLRi Compact OverviewOS1255 @vantage commander operationCN6740 C-NTDB BasicsContentsLearning Elements:Functions of the PGWProvisioning GUIGeneral Subscriber Data AdministrationGeneral HLR Data AdministrationO&M Tasks via @vantage commanderDuration3 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofCN6775-30A - PGW - Provisioning Gateway AdministrationNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberCN6775-30ACourse TitlePGW - Provisioning Gateway AdministrationTarget GroupPGW AdministratorsLearning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Describe the structure of SPML/DSML requestsUse an Editor for writing SPML/DSML requestsLocalize objects in the Data BasePrerequisitesCN6650 HLRi Compact OverviewOS1255 @vantage commander operationCN6740 C-NTDB BasicsCN6770 PGW OperationCN 6745 C-NTDB AdministrationContentsLearning Elements:SPML InterfaceSOAP/HTTP InterfacesDSML InterfacePGW Admin Web GUICommentThis course can also be delivered on-siteDuration2 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practiceTHY=Theoretical courseSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofPF1001-03A - Switching Platform EssentialsNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberPF1001-03ACourse TitleSwitching Platform EssentialsTarget GroupTechnical personnel handling DX200 and IPA2800 platform operation and maintenance tasksLearning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Explain architecture and redundancy of DX200 and IPA2800 platformOperate MML and service terminalUsing NSN online service and NED to find informationAdministrative alarmsUsing OMS Applications and Fault Management Tools (Optional)Administrate unit and replace Plug-in UnitHandling administrative tasks of software packagePrerequisitesTM5108 GSM Fundamentals for BSC orTM5110 UMTS Fundamentals for RNCContentsIntroduction to DX200 PlatformExplain the main principles of DX200 platformsUnderstand similarities and differences of DX200 and IPA2800 (optional)Explain DX200 Redundancy Principles (2N, N+1, SN+ and 1+1)Give an overview about hardware, common units and functionalities of Flexi BSC (Optional)Introduction to IPA2800 PlatformExplain the main principles of IPA2800 platformsUnderstand similarities and differences of DX200 and IPA2800 (optional)Explain IPA2800 Redundancy Principles (2N, N+1, SN+ and 1+1)IPA2800 RNC overview of hardware, common units, functionalities of RNC (Optional)MML User Interface EssentialExplain the definitions of MML menu structure, command hierarchy, parameter blocks and syntaxOpen a remote MML session and use the MML menu hierarchy know the correct use of command syntax and parametersExecute frequently used MML commands to interrogate information of:Active alarms and alarms historyUnits working stateOMU IP addressNSN Online Service and NEDGet access and use to NOLS and NED to find technical document for specific product, such as technical note or alarms descriptionDownload software delivery, Change Delivery (CD) and check software delivery scheduleUse NSN Electronic Documentation (NED) online and install NED offline and add NED librariesOpen online help from NetAct from TLUIAlarms HandlingExplain maintenance system and maintenance routine tasks for DX200 and IPA2800Understand Hardware Management System (HMS)Understand Alarms StructuresHandling Alarms Administration: alarms history, active alarm, block alarmRNC OMS Applications and OMS Fault Management Tools (Optional)OMS Authentication and Session ManagementOMS ApplicationsBTS O&M MediationUsing OMS FM tools for:Viewing and cancelling active alarmsViewing blocked alarms or objectsBlocking and unblocking an alarm or objectManaging alarm indication preventionsManaging operating instructionsManaging alarm outputsManaging alarm parametersManaging alarm printing timesManaging alarm class printingManaging external alarmsViewing alarm historyReducing alarm flow with History Analysis GraphUnit Administration and Plug-in Unit ReplacementUnderstand health and safety, anti-static handling precautionsAdministrate units in DX200 and IPA2800 platformInterrogate and change working state of Plug-in Unit (PIU)Perform PIU diagnostics and interrogate resultSuccessfully replacing PIU of same and new variantInterrogate and update HMS and boot package version of PIUSoftware Package ManagementUnderstand different items related to SW package: directory structure and its function, SW package statuses & definitions, version number, SOMAFI and MAFILEUnderstand basic principles of software package handling : Safe copy, Rollback, Status ChangeUnderstand basic concepts of software update procedure : Major SW update, Change Delivery/Change NotePerform interrogation for information about SW packagesPerform basic software package handlingDuration3 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofPF1002-04A - Switching Platform Essentials and AdministrationNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberPF1002-04ACourse TitleSwitching Platform Essentials and AdministrationTarget GroupNSN internals who operate and maintain DX200 and IPA2800 platformLearning TargetThe participant is able to:explain architecture and redundancy of DX200 and IPA2800 platformoperate MML and service terminaluse NSN online service and NED to find informationoperate and administrative alarmsuse OMS Applications and Fault Management Tools (Optional)operate PIU unit states and replace Plug-in Unitoperate I/O devices and logical filesoperate administrative tasks of software packageoperate administrative tasks of file systemoperate service terminalIn detail the participant is able to:Introduction to DX200 Platformexplain main principles of DX200 platformsexplain DX200 Redundancy Principles (2N, N+1, SN+ and 1+1)describe similarities and differences of DX200 and IPA2800 (optional)describe hardware and common units of DX200 Network ElementIntroduction to IPA2800 Platformexplain main principles of IPA2800 platformsexplain IPA2800 Redundancy Principles (2N, N+1, SN+ and 1+1)describe similarities and differences of DX200 and IPA2800 (optional)describe hardware and common units of IPA2800 Network ElementMML User Interface Essentialexplain the definitions of MML menu structure, command hierarchy, parameter blocks and syntaxoperate remote MML session and use the MML menu hierarchy know the correct use of command syntax and parametersrecognize frequently used MML commands to interrogate informationoperate active alarms and alarms history interrogationoperate units working state interrogationoperate OMU IP address interrogationNSN Online Service and NEDrecognize how to access and use to NOLS and NED to find technical document for specific product, such as technical note or alarms descriptionrecognize how to download software delivery, Change Delivery (CD) and check software delivery scheduleuse NSN Electronic Documentation (NED) online and install NED offline and add NED librariesuse online help from NetAct from TLUIAlarms Handlingexplain maintenance system and maintenance routine tasks for DX200 and IPA2800explain alarms Structuresuse alarms Administration commands for alarms history, active alarm and block alarmdescribe Hardware Management System (HMS)OMS and NEMU Applications and OMS Fault Management Toolsdescribe OMS Authentication and Session Managementuse OMS Applicationsuse BTS O&M Mediationuse OMS FM tools for alarm administrativeoperate viewing, cancelling and blocking active alarmsoperate viewing blocked alarms or objectsoperate blocking and unblocking an alarm, printing and external alarmsoperate managing alarm indication preventions, operating instructions, alarm outputs and alarms parametersoperate reducing alarm flow with history analysis graphUnit Administration and Plug-in Unit Replacementrecognize health and safety, anti-static handling precautionsoperate and administrate units in Flexi BSC DX200 platformoperate and change working state of Plug-in Unit (PIU)operate PIU diagnostics and interrogate resultoperate replacing PIU of same and new variantoperate and update HMS and boot package version of PIUoperate replacing OMU hard disk and ESAI/O Devices and Logical Filesdescribe example of I/O devices in DX200 and IPA2800 and their main statesdescribe the concepts of logical files, its usage, and types of logical fileexplain the virtual devices VTP and VPPdescribe the method of backing up I/O deviceoperate the state of I/O device in DX200 and IPA2800operate the I/O configuration handlingoperate backup output with spare device and spare logical fileSoftware Package Managementdescribe the essential principles of software package handling for BSC (including TCSM) and BTSdescribe different items related to SW package: directory structure and its function, SW package statuses & definitions, version number, SOMAFI and MAFILEdescribe basic principles of software package handling : Safe copy, Rollback, Status Changedescribe basic concepts of software update procedure : Major SW update, Change Delivery/Change Noteoperate interrogation for information about SW packagesoperate basic software package handlingoperate DX200 and IPA2800 and BTS software handling tasks using MMLFile System Handlingdescribe concepts of disk file system used in DX200 and IPA2800list the operating system used in DX200 and IPA2800describe the concept of memory file system and their usage, and the distributiondescribe different type of unit restartoperate basic disk file operation such as create, copy, connect to logical fileoperate basic memory file handlingService Terminal Essentialexplain service terminal structures and usage of service terminal sessionoperate service terminal both DMX and Chorus unitsoperate service terminal extension and use start MML session via service terminal (VIM)PrerequisitesTM5108 GSM Fundamentals for BSC orTM5110 UMTS Fundamentals for RNCContentsIntroduction to DX200 PlatformIntroduction to IPA2800 PlatformMML User Interface EssentialNSN Online Service and NEDAlarms HandlingOMS and NEMU Applications and OMS Fault Management ToolsUnit Administration and Plug-in Unit ReplacementI/O Devices and Logical FilesSoftware Package ManagementFile System HandlingService Terminal EssentialCommentDuration5 daysMax number of participants8Course Type: with or without practicePTB=Practical and theoretical course with testbedSkill levelIMD intermediateExport controlECCN: 5E991XAL-Number: NCourse Description ofTM5108-02A - GSM FundamentalsNokia Siemens Networks AcademyInternet: http://www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academyIntranet: http://inside.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/academy Course DescriptionCourse NumberTM5108-02ACourse TitleGSM FundamentalsTarget GroupPersonnel needing an overview of GSMLearning TargetAfter the training, the participant will be able to:Explain the architecture functionality of GSM network elementsExplain the main concepts of GSM traffic managementExplain the main concepts of TDMA air interface transmissionExplain the connections/interfaces within the GSM networkExplain the architecture and main concept of GPRSExplain the main concept of GSM ServicesGive an overview of the Nokia Siemens Networks implementation of GSMIntroduction to GSMName the key terms in mobile communicationsList the main improvements from 1G to 2G mobile communications systemsList the GSM specification standard published by ETSIExplained the GSM evolution concept and identify five events in the GSM evolutionGSM ArchitectureName the three subsystems of GSMDescribe Mobile Equipment block diagramList eight different network elements (generic architecture) and name at least one task per elemenDescribe the benefits of a Release 4 core networkRecognize the separation of user plane and control plane in Rel.4GSM Traffic managementExplain mobility concept (handover, location update, paging)Describe a simplified call setup caseList the three numbers in the authentication triplet and explain the use for each of themExplain the basics of charging in GSMIntroduction to GSM SignallingDefine the term signallingDescribe the SS7 protocol stack and its functionsIdentify the SS7 protocol stacks implemented in each GSM network element (BSC, MSC and HLR)Identify the protocols introduced in Release 4 core networksIdentify the protocol stack implemented in BTSGSM Air Interface & Network PlanningExplain differences between physical and logical channelsList and describe at least nine different types of