WCDMA RAN W13 Training Programs. Catalog of Course Descriptions

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1 WCDMA RAN W13 Training Programs Catalog of Course Descriptions

2 Catalog of Course Descriptions INTRODUCTION... 4 WCDMA RAN W13 DELTA... 5 CPP NODE FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS... 7 ERICSSON WCDMA SYSTEM OVERVIEW SMARTPHONE IMPACT ON WCDMA RAN WCDMA RAN W13 ACCESS TRANSPORT NETWORK DESIGN WCDMA RAN W13 DESIGN WCDMA RAN W13 FUNCTIONALITY WCDMA RAN W13 NODE B COMMISSIONING WCDMA RAN W13 OPERATION WCDMA RAN W13 QUALITY OF SERVICE WCDMA RAN W13 RNC 3820 CONFIGURATION WCDMA RAN W13 RXI 821/861 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION WCDMA RAN W13 TRANSPORT NETWORK SYSTEM TECHNIQUES WCDMA RAN W13 TROUBLESHOOTING WCDMA W13 AIR INTERFACE /03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 2

3 WCDMA RAN W13 PROTOCOLS AND PROCEDURES ERICSSON WCDMA W13 HSPA SYSTEM TECHNIQUES WCDMA RAN W13 INITIAL TUNING WCDMA RAN W13 PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND OPTIMIZATION WCDMA RAN EVO-C 8200 CONFIGURATION WCDMA RAN RNC 3820 TO EVO-C 8200 CONFIGURATION, DELTA WCDMA RAN EVO-C 8200 TROUBLESHOOTING LTE RBS 6202 FIELD MAINTENANCE RBS 6000 OVERVIEW WCDMA RAN W12 IP TRANSPORT NETWORK DESIGN WCDMA RAN HSPA OPTIMIZATION WCDMA RBS 6101 FIELD MAINTENANCE WCDMA RBS 6102 FIELD MAINTENANCE WCDMA RBS 6201 FIELD MAINTENANCE WCDMA RBS 6601 FIELD MAINTENANCE /03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 3

4 Introduction Ericsson has developed a comprehensive Training Programs service to satisfy the competence needs of our customers, from exploring new business opportunities to expertise required for operating a network. The Training Programs service is delineated into packages that have been developed to offer clearly defined, yet flexible training to target system and technology areas. Each package is divided into flows, to target specific functional areas within your organization for optimal benefits. Service delivery is supported using various delivery methods including: Icon Delivery Method Instructor Led Training (ILT) LIV Virtual Classroom Training (VCT) elearning (WBL) Workshop (WS) Short Article (SA) Structured Knowledge Transfer (SKT) mlearning Job duty analysis (JDA) Competence GAP Analysis (CGA) 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 4

5 WCDMA RAN W13 Delta LZU R2A Description How has the Ericsson WCDMA RAN been improved with the W13A and W13B releases? What new features have been introduced and what are the enhancements to the existing features? What new parameters and counters have been introduced to support these new features and how have the existing parameters and counters been modified? What new hardware is available in the W13A and W13B RAN? This WCDMA RAN W13 Delta course explains the new features, parameters, counters and hardware in the W13A and W13B WCDMA RAN. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Give an overview of the W13A and W13B Software Releases 1.1 Describe the challenges facing Mobile Operators in List the highlights of the W13A and W13B Software Releases 1.3 Describe the Basic Features included in the W13A and W13B Software Releases 2 Explain the impact of W13A and W13B on the RNC 2.1 Describe the new W13A and W13B RNC optional features 2.2 Explain the enhancements to existing RNC optional features in W13A and W13B 3 Explain the impact of W13A and W13B on the RBS 3.1 Describe the new W13A and W13B RBS optional features 3.2 Explain the enhancements to existing RBS optional features in W13A and W13B 4 Explain how LTE interoperability is supported in the W13B WCDMA RAN 4.1 Explain how WCDMA to LTE Cell Reselection is performed 4.2 Describe the operation of CS Fallback from LTE to WCDMA 4.3 Explain Single Radio Voice Call Continuity from LTE to WCDMA 4.4 Explain the operation of Release with Redirect to LTE in W13B Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Field Technician

6 Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: The participants should be familiar with the operation of both Ericsson WCDMA Radio and Transport Networks. They should also have an understanding of the W12 HSPA, transport and radio functionality from the following courses or other sources: WCDMA RAN W12 Air Interface, LZU WCDMA RAN W12 Functionality, LZU Ericsson WCDMA W12 HSPA System Techniques, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation The course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 W13 Introduction and Basic Features 3 hours W13 RNC Optional Features 3 hours 2 W13 RBS Optional Features 4 hours W13 WCDMA/LTE Interworking Features 2 hours 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 6

7 CPP Node Features and Functions LZU R14A Description Ericsson s WCDMA Radio Access Network (RAN) nodes, namely the RNC, RBS and RXIand the Mobile Media Gateway (M-MGw) are based on Connectivity Packet Platform (CPP). This course is designed to get an overview of the CPP, the functions of CPP-based nodes, as well as relating the functionality of each CPP node to the boards in that node. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 List the Connectivity Packet Platform nodes in the GSM and WCDMA network 1.1 List the data rates supported by the main mobile access technologies 1.2 Explain on an overview level the function of the following WCDMA CPP nodes: M- MGw, RNC, RBS and RXI 1.3 Explain the difference between IP/Ethernet and ATM as transport options in the WCDMA RAN 1.4 List the main interfaces in the WCDMA RAN where IP/Ethernet can be used as an alternative to ATM 2 Understand the major concepts related to the Connectivity Packet Platform 2.1 Explain on an overview level the Connectivity Packet Platform (CPP) hardware 2.2 Explain the processor hierarchy in a CPP node 2.3 List the function, features and capacity of the General purpose Processor Board (GPB) 2.4 List the function, features and capacity of the Switch Core Board (SCB) and Switch Extension Board (SXB) and the Common Main Switch (CMX) Board 2.5 List the function, features and capacity of the ET-MC1, ET-M3, ET-M4, ET-MF4, ET- MC41, ET-MF41, ET-MFG, ET-MFX and ET-IPG Boards 2.6 List the function, features and capacity of the Timing Unit Board 3 Explain on overview level the features and functions of the M-MGw 3.1 List the M-MGw roles 3.2 List the M-MGw specific boards 3.3 List and explain at an overview level the Media Stream Functions in the M-MGw 3.4 Explain on an overview level the M-MGw Modules and hardware configurations 4 Explain on overview level the features and functions of a WCDMA-RNC 4.1 Explain the role of the RNC in the Core Network connectivity

8 4.2 Explain the role of the RNC in mobility scenarios 4.3 List the RNC Specific boards 4.4 Explain the concept of the RNC Module 4.5 Explain the RNC hardware configuration for RNC Explain on overview level the features and functions of a WCDMA-RBS 5.1 Explain the power control features in the RBS 5.2 Explain on overview level the High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) features 5.3 List the RBS 6000 Product family 5.4 List the RBS 6000 Specific hardware for WCDMA 6 Explain on overview level the features and functions of the RXI 6.1 List the RXI Product Family 6.2 List the transport network topologies where the RXI can be used 6.3 List and explain the ATM-services provided by RXI 6.4 Explain the hardware architecture of the RXI 820 and RXI Explain the hardware architecture of the RXI 821 and 861 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technician, Service Engineer, System Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and theoretical exercises given in a classroom environment. 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 8

9 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day 1 Topics in the course 3G Network Introduction Connectivity Packet Platform M-MGw Features and Functions RNC Features and Functions RBS 6000 Features and Functions RXI Features and Functions Estimated Time (hours) 1 hour 1.5 hours 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 0.5 hour 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 9

10 Ericsson WCDMA System Overview LZU R14A Description Do you need to understand what 3rd generation systems are all about? Do you get lost when people talk about Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA) system? This course explains the purpose of the WCDMA Core, Radio, and Service Network Elements together with the standardization of the WCDMA access network. In addition, the participants will learn how Ericsson s mobile core network solution connects to external networks such as WCDMA Radio Access Networks, PSTN Networks, PABXs, IMS/VoIP networks or other Mobile Networks. The focus is on general principles rather than specific technical details. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Detail the nodes and interface in WCDMA Network 1.1 Explain the idea of the converged industries and the layered core network 1.2 Present the 3GPP network model, and Ericsson network 1.3 Explain on overview level the functionality of each node and its architecture 1.4 Show some statistics about WCDMA today and the market trend related to technology 2 Understand the standardization bodies involved in 3rd generation 2.1 Distinguish the Standardization bodies involved in the WCDMA Systems 2.2 Give in own words why standards are important in Telecommunications 2.3 Acknowledge what standardization bodies are, and what are their functions 2.4 Express the concept of full duplex communication and FDD. 2.5 State the frequency bands and systems chosen for the different areas 3 Explain on an overview level the Ericsson Mobile Core Network Solution 3.1 Explain on an overview level the architecture of the mobile core network 3.2 Describe the Mobile Softswitch Solution 3.3 Detail the architecture and functions of the MSC-Server and M-MGW 3.4 Describe the two nodes involved in the P.S, domain of the core network 3.5 Recall the transport domain, and the various transport technologies used 3.6 Describe interconnections and protocols in the C.S. and P.S. Domains 3.7 Identify the function of the main database nodes 3.8 Explain basic traffic cases in the Mobile Softswitch Solution

11 4 Explain the 3rd Generation Radio Access Network 4.1 Explain various access techniques 4.2 State the coding types used in WCDMA, and how they prevent interference in the uplink and downlink 4.3 Recognize the Importance of power control 4.4 List the different handover scenarios in terms of soft, softer and hard handover 4.5 Acknowledge the architecture of the Ericsson RAN Nodes RNC and RBS 4.6 Identify the basic principles of HSDPA and EUL 5 Detail the Network Services involved in WCDMA 5.1 Acknowledge the functions of the service layer 5.2 Detail various terminal technologies and platforms used 5.3 Identify the difference between Applications and enablers, and detail some of the more common enablers 5.4 Explain Mobile Positioning, MMS and Messaging Over IP 5.5 Acknowledge the architecture and operation of the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, Service Engineer, Field Technician, System Administrator, Application Developer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: The participants should be familiar with general telecom technologies. Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 11

12 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Network Introduction 1 Standardization 1 Mobile Core Network Solution 4 2 Circuit Switched and Packet Switched traffic cases 1 WCDMA Radio Access Network Technology 4 Service Network and IP Multimedia 1 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 12

13 Smartphone Impact on WCDMA RAN LZU R4A Description The introduction of Smartphones represents a huge opportunity for increased revenue from subscribers but what is the impact of these phones on the WCDMA RAN? How does the traffic requirement of Smartphones differ from standard mobiles and USB dongles? How is WCDMA Radio Network dimensioning impacted by the introduction of Smartphones? How can the network be optimized to meet the requirements of Smartphones? In this Smartphone Impact on WCDM RAN course students will learn about the impact of Smartphones through various test cases from live Ericsson networks throughout the world. They will learn how the fast dormancy and bursty nature of Smartphones affects the performance and dimensioning of the WCDMA RAN. They will also learn how their own Network can be optimized to meet the requirements of Smartphones. Overall this course will teach Network Operators how to cope with all the challenges around the introduction of Smartphones into the WCDMA RAN. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the features that define a Smartphone 1.1 List the most common Smartphones and their operating systems 1.2 Describe the traffic demands of the various Smartphone applications 1.3 Explain Smartphone Burstyness and Fast Dormancy 2 Describe the impact of Smartphones on the WCDMA RAN 2.1 Explain how RNC MP load and paging intensity is impacted by Smartphones 2.2 Explain how RBS power and code consumption is impacted by Smartphones 2.3 Describe how Smartphone use of Multi-RABs affects Network performance 3 Describe the impact of Smartphones on Network Planning 3.1 Contrast RNC dimensioning for Smartphones with that for Data Cards 3.2 Perform RNC 3820 dimensioning for a Smartphone Network 3.3 Explain an alternative HSDPA capacity dimensioning method for Smartphones 4 Optimize the Network for best performance of Smartphones 4.1 Explain how uplink interference can be reduced in the WCDMA RAN 4.2 Optimize downlink power and code parameters for Smartphones. 5 Describe the Network Optional Features for Smartphones 5.1 Explain AQM based Congestion Control for HSDPA, and other features that improve EUL capacity and performance in W12

14 5.2 Describe the new W13A and W13B RNC optional features Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, System Engineer, Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA W13 Air Interface, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Protocols and Procedures, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Functionality, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Performance Management and Optimization, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and theoretical exercises given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day 1 Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) Introduction to Smartphones 1 Network Impact of Smartphones 1 Network Dimensioning for Smartphones 2 Network Optimization for Smartphones 1 Network Features for Smartphones 1 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 14

15 WCDMA RAN W13 Access Transport Network Design LZU R1A Description How can the WCDMA Access Network be dimensioned when very different types of services must be accommodated? With the introduction of High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA), Enhanced Uplink (EUL) and Multimedia Broadcast Multicast Service (MBMS) how can these demands be balanced with those of Circuit Switched and Release 99 (R99) Packet Services? How is link dimensioning performed using ATM and/or IP? What Node transmission capacity is required to meet the Network traffic demands? With the help of the WCDMA RAN W13 Access Network Design course the attendees will learn how Access Network design tasks are performed according to the latest Ericsson W13 guidelines. This new competence will be tested on sample dimensioning exercises using a PC, that cover R99, HSDPA, EUL and MBMS using ATM and IP. With the guidance of the instructor the mysteries of Access Transport Network design will be uncovered reducing wasted time back at work. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the nodes and interfaces that make up the WCDMA Radio Access Network (RAN) 1.1 Define the WCDMA Access Transport Network design process 1.2 Describe the type of traffic carried by the WCDMA RAN interfaces 2 Explain the Radio Access Bearer (RAB) concept 2.1 Explain the difference between conversational, streaming, interactive and background traffic classes 2.2 List the RABs supported by Ericsson WCDMA RAN 2.3 Convert Circuit Switched (CS) traffic requirements from BHCA/MHT to me 2.4 Convert R99 Packet Switched (PS) traffic requirements from kbps to kbyte/h 2.5 Convert High Speed Packet Switched (HSxPA) traffic requirements from GByte/month to kbyte/bh 2.6 Calculate the Average Subscriber Traffic Profile for a given traffic requirement and subscriber numbers 3 Explain the ATM Functionality of WRAN Transport Network 3.1 Explain the difference between Plesiochronous Digital Hierarchy (PDH) and Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH)

16 3.2 Explain the basic ATM Cell structure and the ATM Service Categories used in the WCDMA RAN 3.3 Explain the operation of ATM Adaptation Layer 2 (AAL2) and how its Call Admission Control (CAC) handles class A, B, C and D traffic 3.4 Explain basic ATM topologies used in WCDMA RAN 3.5 List the ETBs that support ATM in the WCDMA RAN 4 Perform ATM Transport Network dimensioning 4.1 Explain how strict QoS dimensioning is performed using the Kaufman-Roberts (K-R) principle 4.2 Explain how Best Effort (BE) dimensioning is performed using the Elastic dimensioning principle 4.3 Explain how HSDPA, EUL and MBMS are dimensioned 4.4 Perform ATM link dimensioning 5 Explain the IP Functionality of the WRAN Transport Network 5.1 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN 5.2 Explain the basic structure of an IP Packet and Ethernet frame 5.3 Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is achieved using IP and Ethernet 5.4 Explain the operation of Admission Control and Congestion Control 5.5 Explain some of the basic IP topologies used in WCDMA RAN 5.6 List the ETBs that support IP/Ethernet in the WCDMA RAN 5.7 Explain the Ethernet Jumbo Frame on the Iu PS 6 Perform IP link dimensioning for networks supporting only one priority queue 6.1 Explain how IP link dimensioning is performed for networks supporting only one priority queue 6.2 Explain how the peak cell throughput is calculated based on the RBS configuration 6.3 Explain how Over Dimensioning (OD) is used to calculate the NBAP and O&M capacity requirements 6.4 Perform link dimensioning when only one priority queue is supported by the IP/Ethernet link 7 Perform IP link dimensioning for networks supporting more than one priority queue 7.1 Explain how IP link dimensioning is performed for networks supporting more than one priority queue 7.2 Explain the differences between Best Effort (BE) and strict Quality of Service (QoS) traffic requirements 7.3 Explain the Elastic Dimensioning principal used to calculate the capacity requirement of BE traffic 7.4 Explain how the Kaufman-Roberts (K-R) principle is used to calculate the capacity requirement of strict QoS traffic 7.5 Explain the Joint Elastic Dimensioning principal used to calculate the combined capacity requirement of BE and strict QoS traffic sharing the same IP/Ethernet link 7.6 Perform link dimensioning when more than one priority queue is supported by the IP/Ethernet link 8 Explain the various cases for using ATM and/or IP in the WCDMA RAN 8.1 Explain transport redundancy MSP 1+1 bidirectional feature

17 8.2 Explain how Synchronization is performed in WCDMA RAN for ATM and IP Networks 8.3 Explain the operation of Admission Control and Congestion Control 8.4 Explain the QoS settings 8.5 Explain how the Iub flow control mechanisms operate for R99 DCH, HSDPA and EUL traffic 9 Explain WCDMA RAN Node dimensioning for ATM and IP Transport Networks 9.1 Explain the WCDMA RAN node transmission dimensioning principles 9.2 Explain the RBS 6000 transmission capabilities and configurations 9.3 Explain the RXI transmission capabilities and configurations. 9.4 Explain the RNC 3820 transmission capabilities and configurations 9.5 Explain the Evo C 8200 transmission capabilities and configurations 9.6 Dimension the WCDMA Access Transport nodes (RBS, RXI and RNC) Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU OSS-RC Overview, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment.

18 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Introduction 3G Services and Traffic ATM Transport Network Functionality ATM Link Dimensioning (including exercises) 6 3 IP Transport Network Functionality IP Link Dimensioning for 1 Priority Queue (including exercise) IP Link Dimensioning for more than 1 Priority Queue (including exercise) 4 ATM and IP in the WCDMA RAN WCDMA RAN Node Dimensioning (including exercises)

19 WCDMA RAN W13 Design LZU R2A Description How can a Radio Access Network (RAN) be dimensioned when coverage and capacity have such a strong impact in WCDMA? How should High Speed Uplink and Downlink Packet access (HSDPA/HSUPA) be dimensioned? Given the range of Radio Access Bearers (RABs) available in the Ericsson, what is the best way to dimension them? What is the best way to design neighboring cell lists for inter-frequency and intra-frequency handover? What is second carrier deployment strategy? How to handle smart-phone blooming issue in Radio Network? With the help of the WCDMA Radio Network Design course the attendees will learn how Radio Network design tasks are performed according to the latest Ericsson guidelines. This new competence will be tested on PC based exercises using the Ericsson Radio Network Proposal Tool that cover R99 and HSPA dimensioning. The principles of multi carrier dimensioning are also described in detail as are the principles of neighboring cell list design, UTRAN Registration Area design, channel element dimensioning and scrambling code design. Besides, RBS and transmitter interference issues are also explained in details. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the various WCDMA cell planning steps 1.1 Explain the various WCMDA Radio Network Design stages and the tools involved 1.2 Explain Ericsson s Radio Network Proposal Tool RNPT for use by Ericsson staff 1.3 Explain how OSS-RC fits into the Radio Network Design Process 1.4 List the WRAN cell planning and initial tuning tools 1.5 Explain overall dimensioning workflow 2 Explain what is meant by traffic requirements 2.1 Explain the difference traffic classes 2.2 List the RABs supported by Ericsson 2.3 Convert Circuit Switched (CS) traffic requirements from BHCH/MHT to me 2.4 Convert R99 Packet Switched (PS) traffic requirements from kbps to kbyte/h 2.5 Convert High Speed Packet Switched (HSxPA) traffic requirements from GByte/month to kbyte/bh 2.6 Calculate the Average Subscriber Traffic Profile

20 3 Calculate uplink and downlink Mpole values for a cell and estimate the load 3.1 Explain the 3GPP channel models used for Radio Network Design 3.2 Use the Ericsson formulae to calculate the uplink and downlink Mpole values for cells serving these channel models 3.3 Explain how single (ErlangB) and multi-service (K-R) blocking probabilities are calculated 3.4 Calculate the load on a cell serving a given number of CS and PS users 4 Perform link budget calculations 4.1 Explain link budget margins, losses and gains 4.2 Perform uplink and downlink link budget calculations 5 Perform Radio Network Dimensioning for R99 services 5.1 Use the Ericsson RNPT to perform R99 dimensioning tasks 6 Dimension High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) 6.1 Explain Ericsson Common Channel planning 6.2 Explain HSDPA dimensioning 6.3 Explain EUL dimensioning 7 Explain the WCDMA RAN deployment aspects 7.1 Describe LA/RA/URA planning 7.2 Explain the dimensioning of Downlink Code 7.3 Explain downlink Scrambling Code planning 7.4 Describe Indoor Planning 7.5 Explain the Ericsson second carrier deployment Strategy 7.6 Explain the use of hierarchical cell structures 7.7 Explain the use of service offsets in the WCDMA RAN 7.8 Describe neighbor cell list planning for intra-frequency, inter-frequency and IRAThandover 7.9 Describe Multiband operation aspects 8 List the RBSs in Ericsson s RBS 6000 Family 8.1 Explain RBS 6000 variants 8.2 Explain Mixed Mode in Multi Standard RBS 8.3 Explain the use of the Antenna System Controller (ASC) 8.4 Explain the Ericsson Channel Element dimensioning principle 8.5 Perform simple Channel Element dimensioning calculations 8.6 Explain the various antenna down tilt methods 8.7 List some antennas offered by Ericsson 8.8 PSI(Ψ)-Coverage Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer

21 Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA W13 Air Interface, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Protocols and Procedures, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is Error! Unknown document property name. days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day 1 Topics in the course Introduction to Radio Network Design WCDMA services and Traffic WCDMA Capacity Estimated Time (hours) WCDMA Coverage R99 Dimensioning Case WCDMA HSPA Dimensioning (To be continue) 3 WCDMA HSPA Dimensioning WCDMA Network Deployment WCDMA Hardware

22 WCDMA RAN W13 Functionality LZU R2A Description Do you want to have full and detailed understanding of WCDMA RAN features and functionalities? If so, the WCDMA RAN W13 Functionality course is designed and developed to give you just that. This course describes the Idle Mode Behavior, how Radio Connection Supervision is carried out, Power Control settings, calculations and functions. The Capacity Management functions and Mobility (Handover & Load Sharing) as well as Channel Switching algorithms will definitely boost your competence and understanding of the WCDMA RAN. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the logical architecture of WCDMA RAN and introduce Radio Functionality 1.1 Introduce the logical architecture of the Ericsson WCDMA RAN 1.2 List the main Radio Functionality supported in the WCDMA RAN 1.3 Explain about battery test features 1.4 Explain about antenna system voltage 1.5 Explain RBS power blossoming 2 Describe the purpose and function of Idle Mode and Common Channel Behavior 2.1 Explain PLMN and Cell selection and reselection 2.2 Explain registration updating procedures 2.3 Describe the organization of system information 2.4 Explain paging procedures 2.5 Explain the Cell Broadcast Service 2.6 Explain the Frequency Priority at Connection Release 2.7 Explain the features that support WCDMA-LTE interoperability 3 Explain the purpose and function of Radio Connection Supervision 3.1 Explain how the radio connection supervision is carried out when the UE is using a common channel 3.2 Explain how in-synch and out-of-synch is determined by the radio link set supervision algorithm in the RBS when the UE is using a dedicated channel 3.3 Explain how the RNC supervises radio links (sets) when the UE is using a dedicated channel 4 Describe the purpose and use of the function Power Control

23 4.1 Configure the power of common control channels 4.2 Explain uplink and downlink open loop power control 4.3 Explain the operation of inner loop power control in normal and compressed mode 4.4 Explain how Improved Compressed Handling function 4.5 Explain the operation of outer loop power control 5 Describe the purpose and function of the Capacity Management 5.1 Describe the interaction between the dedicated monitors and the different algorithms 5.2 Explain the Dedicated Resources 5.3 Explain Admission Control 5.4 Explain Congestion Control 6 Explain the purpose and function of Handover 6.1 List different types of handover 6.2 Explain Soft/softer handover, 6.3 Explain Soft Handover Parameter on Cell Level 6.4 Explain Inter-frequency handover, IRAT handover and IRAT Cell Change 6.5 Explain Core Network Hard Handover 6.6 Explain Generic Access Network mobility 6.7 Explain Single Radio Voice Call Continuity 6.8 Explain RIM Support for System Information Transfer to LTE 7 Explain the purpose and function of Load sharing 7.1 List the different types of Load Sharing 7.2 Explain Inter-frequency Load Sharing 7.3 Explain Directed Retry to GSM 7.4 Explain Service based Handover 7.5 Explain Load based HO to GSM 7.6 Explain Inter-frequency load based HO 7.7 Explain Non-HSPA Inter-frequency load sharing 7.8 Explain Admission block redirection 8 Explain the purpose and function of Connection Handling and Channel Switching 8.1 Explain Flexible Initial Rate Selection for PS Interactive 8.2 Explain UE states supported in the Channel Switching 8.3 Describe Single-RAB state transition 8.4 Describe Multi-RAB state transitions 8.5 Explain Channel Switching Evaluation algorithms 8.6 Explain Inactivity timer on cell level 8.7 Explain Fast Dormancy Handling 8.8 Faster Establishment, Direct Upswitch from URA

24 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, Service Planning Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Engineer, Service Design Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA Systems Overview, LZU WCDMA W13 Air Interface, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Protocols and Procedures, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and theoretical exercises given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day 1 2 Topics in the course Introduction of Radio Network Architecture and Functionalities Idle Mode and Common Channel Behavior Radio Connection Supervision Power Control Capacity Management Estimated Time (hours)

25 3 Handover Load Sharing Connection Handling and Channel Switching 2 2 2

26 WCDMA RAN W13 Node B Commissioning LZU R2A Description This course provide the participants hands-on experience of the procedures that need to be performed for the commissioning and integration of the RBS 6000 series. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Detail the principle of Integration in WCDMA RAN Network 1.1 List the steps involved in integrating the nodes in the RAN. 1.2 Explain which management tools are needed for each step. 2 Detail Pre-Configuration Activities can be performed 2.1 Explain the steps that need to be performed in the RAN 2.2 Explain the steps need to be performed in CN before RBS Integration 3 Perform the commissioning and integration of the RBS 3.1 Perform Initial Configuration of the RBS 3.2 Configure the Thin Client to connect to the RBS 3.3 Configure the Node IP address 3.4 Load Software 3.5 Perform basic hardware configuration using the Cabinet Equipment Wizard 3.6 Perform Site Basic Configuration of the RBS 3.7 Configure the O&M access for the RBS using the O&M access configuration wizard 3.8 Verify Synchronization status to ensure stability of the node before continuing integration 3.9 Perform Site External Configuration on the node 3.10 Integrate the external hardware for site, sectors and cells using the Site External Configuration wizard 3.11 List the steps needed and perform site-external configuration on the node 3.12 Explain briefly Site Specific configuration 3.13 Detail what is configured during Site Specific configuration 3.14 Load Site Specific Transport and Radio Network scripts 3.15 Perform Configuration Validation 3.16 Validate IP/ATM connectivity Verify RBS Local Cell 3.18 Verify LED status

27 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Field Technician, System Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: CPP Node Features and Functions, LZU RBS 6000 Overview, LZU WCDMA RAN Field Maintenance, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) Course Introduction RBS Management Applications 0.5 RBS Integration 5.0

28 WCDMA RAN W13 Operation LZU R2A Description This course covers aspects of hardware and software handling in a WCDMA RAN and the administration of routine Operation and Maintenance tasks, including network status and performance data collection monitoring with the help of OSS-RC. The course also covers the procedures and tools for Fault Management and Fault Handling within the WCDMA RAN as well as a brief overview of Transport and Radio Network Configuration used in the WCDMA RAN including the main tools and procedures used in OSS-RC and Element Manager. The objective of the course is to be able to understand and perform operational tasks according to instructions and parameters received in exercises. The participants use OSS- RC as the network operation and maintenance support system. For some exercises on individual network elements, Element Manager, Advanced MO Scripting, Node Command Line Interface and Command Line Interface are used to complete the tasks. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the WCDMA RAN System 1.1 Describe the applications and services provided by 3G networks 1.2 Explain the role and position of the WCDMA RAN in 3G networks 1.3 Describe the architecture of the WCDMA RAN 1.4 Describe the WCDMA RAN Operation and Maintenance System 1.5 List the main features of OSS-RC for WCDMA RAN 1.6 Explain in detail the management model layers, in terms of functions and roles. 1.7 Explain the O&M intranet and O&M Infrastructure, supporting OSS-RC. 1.8 Explain the four O&M categories: Configuration, Fault, Performance and Security Management 1.9 List the applications used in WCDMA RAN Operation and Maintenance 1.10 Identify the impact of security features implemented in the WCDMA RAN 2 Explain the WCDMA RAN system in terms of architecture and subsystems 2.1 Describe the WCDMA RAN System Architecture and its partition in Radio Network Subsystems 2.2 Explain the role and functions of a Radio Network Subsystem 2.3 Explain the role of the Iu, Iur and Iub interfaces 2.4 Describe the role and architecture of the RNC-RBS subsystem

29 2.5 Describe the hardware and software architecture, and function of the WCDMA RAN Nodes: RNC, RBS, RXI 3 Explore the Customer Product Information (CPI) 3.1 Explain the CPI Library structure 3.2 Browse and search a CPI library with ALEX 3.3 Explain operational instructions (OPI) and maintain the node according to the OPI. 3.4 Describe additional information on an alarm and solve the problem with the help of the CPI and Element Manager 4 Perform Fault Management on a WCDMA RAN 4.1 Explain the Fault Management Model and fault categories 4.2 Describe the Fault Management process in the WCDMA RAN 4.3 Follow Fault Handling procedures 4.4 Use Fault handling applications in OSS-RC and Element Manager 5 Perform Hardware and Software Management on a WCDMA RAN 5.1 Explain the hardware and software architecture in WCDMA RAN nodes 5.2 Describe the file system implementation of CPP based nodes 5.3 Describe and manage the Configuration Versions for a WCDMA RAN node 5.4 Explain the main Hardware and Software Management procedures for a WCDMA RAN: Equipment Handling, Software Management and Upgrade Processes. 5.5 Perform Hardware and Software Management procedures using the appropriate tools: OSS-RC based applications, Element Manager, CLI and AMOS 6 Perform Performance Management on the WCDMA RAN 6.1 Describe the Performance Management Architecture and Model 6.2 Describe the performance statistics generated in the WCDMA RAN (UETR, CTR and GPEH) 6.3 Explain the Subscription Profile principle 6.4 Describe the Data Collection Process and Administration for the WCDMA RAN 6.5 Perform WCDMA RAN Performance Management procedures using the Performance toolset of OSS-RC 7 Perform basic WCDMA RAN Configuration procedures using OSS-RC and Element Manager 7.1 Describe the main steps in the Design and Integration of a WCDMA RAN 7.2 Explain the WCDMA RAN Configuration Service Framework 7.3 Describe the Transport (TN) Configuration process 7.4 Explain Common Explorer (CEX) in OSS-RC 7.5 Explain the Fallback Area principle 7.6 Explain the concept of Transport redundancy 7.7 List the main applications used in Transport and Radio network configuration in OSS-RC

30 Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Engineer, Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU OSS-RC Overview, LZU CPP Node Features and Functions, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools, which are accessed remotely. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 WCDMA RAN System Overview WCDMA RAN System Description CPI Overview 2 WCDMA RAN Fault Management WCDMA RAN Hardware and Software Management 3 WCDMA RAN Performance Management WCDMA RAN Configuration Management

31 WCDMA RAN W13 Quality of Service LZU R1A Description What is Quality of Service (QoS) in mobile networks? Which are the QoS parameters? How is it implemented in the Radio Access Network, both in the Radio NW layer and in the Transport NW layer? How QoS is configured? What is QoS mapping? The answers to these questions and to many more are answered in the WCDMA Radio Access Network Quality of Service course. This course gives an overview of the UMTS end to end QoS architecture and provides in-depth understanding of the RAN QoS concept and principles. It explains the QoS attributes and emphasises in the QoS configuration in RAN, in the Radio Network layer, as well as in the Transport Network layer. It covers the QoS related RAN features and it explains the ARP QoS profile, the RNL QoS profile and the TNL QoS profile. Also the course contains several examples of QoS configuration. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the concept of Quality of Service 1.1 Explain the concept of Quality of Service, its attributes and how they are related to different traffic classes. 1.2 Explain the purpose of UMTS Bearer Services and Radio Access Bearers (RABs). 2 Explain the Quality of Service features 2.1 Explain the QoS related optional features in the Radio Network layer (RNL). 2.2 Explain how the mapping is done between the QoS parameters that are received from the CN to the QoS parameters that are used by the RAN. 2.3 Explain how the ARP, THP, MBR are used. 2.4 Explain how the configuration of the QoS parameters can be done in the RNL. 2.5 Give examples of QoS configuration. 3 Explain the QoS related functionality 3.1 Explain the interaction between QoS and Capacity management. 3.2 Explain the interaction between QoS and Flow Control. 3.3 Explain the interaction between QoS and Scheduling. 4 Explain the QoS in the Transport Network Layer 4.1 Explain the concept of QoS in the Transport Network layer of an ATM based network. 4.2 Explain the concept of QoS in the Transport Network layer of an IP based network.

32 4.3 Explain the TNL related optional features. 4.4 Explain the TNLQoSProfile Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Service Planning Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA W13 RNC 3820 Configuration, LZU or WCDMA RAN W13 Functionality, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Protocols and Procedures, LZU WCDMA W13 HSPA System Techniques, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Introduction to QoS 1 Quality of service features & exercises QoS Related Functionality & exercises 2 QoS Related Functionality & exercises QoS in the Transport Network Layer Estimated Time (hours)

33 WCDMA RAN W13 RNC 3820 Configuration LZU R2A Description The course will cover the hardware and software with the RNC 3820, along with changes in the Managed Object Model for node configuration. The course will also highlight the main features of the new RAN hardware and how RNC performance has been greatly increased with reference to the internal Ethernet switching, higher node capacity, increased processing and reduced hardware. The course covers basic Ethernet and IP concepts along with the Managed Objects that are used for configuring the functionality in the RAN nodes. Interfaces for IP transport option covered are Iub, Iu-PS, Iu-CS and Iur. You will learn both how to configure interfaces over IP transport option and how to migrate already existing ATM nodes to IP/Ethernet. This course also covers the Iub Dual Stack feature, which gives the option to configure both ATM and IP/Ethernet transport in the same RBS. The WCDMA RAN is configured remotely from the O&M centre using Element Manager (EM). Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 The new Hardware available in the RNC 3820 and WCDMA RBS Describe the RNC 3820 products available in the WCDMA RAN 1.2 Describe the CPP hardwares available in the RNC Describe the range of Exchange Termination Boards (ETBs) for the RNC Explain the features of the Active Patch Panel (APP) in the RNC Explain how Ethernet switching is used to increase internal switching in the node 1.6 Describe how the node performance has been improved 1.7 Explain how RNC 3820 can be expanded with C/T/O-Packs 1.8 Describe the RBS 6000 products available in the WCDMA RAN 1.9 Describe the new hardware used in the WCDMA RBS Describe Equipment protection using layer 2 Gateway Port 2 Explain Ethernet and IP Suite used in WCDMA RAN 2.1 Explain the IP Functionality and products used in the WCDMA RAN Transport Network 2.2 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN 2.3 Explain the basic structure of an IP packet and Ethernet frame and how switching is done on Layer 2 and Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is supported by IP and Ethernet and how it is

34 implemented in Ericsson WCDMA RAN 2.5 Explain in details Ethernet Link Aggregation 3 Configure the Iu and Iur interfaces over ATM 3.1 Describe the Iu-CS, Iu-PS and Iur interface protocols over ATM 3.2 Configure the complete Iu-CS over ATM (control-plane and user-plane) on RNC Examine the impacts on configuration when Multi-Operator Core Network and Iu- Flex are implemented in the RNC 4 Configure the Iu and Iur interfaces with IP 4.1 Describe the protocol stacks for Iu-CS, Iu-PS and Iur over IP/Ethernet 4.2 Explain how IP connectivity is implemented on the RNC Explain the function of protocols and concepts such as IPAcessHosts, SCTP and Multi-Homing and M3UA 4.4 Configure the Iu Control Plane over IP/Ethernet 4.5 Configure Iu-CS User Plane over IP/Ethernet 4.6 Configure Iu-PS User Plane over IP/Ethernet 4.7 Describe the Iur Control and User Plane over IP/Ethernet 5 Configure Iub over ATM 5.1 Describe the Iub interface protocols over ATM 5.2 Describe the RNC 3820 for Iub when the bearer is ATM 5.3 Configure an RBS 6000 for Iub when the bearer is ATM 6 Configure Iub over IP 6.1 Explain the protocol stack for Iub transmission over IP/Ethernet 6.2 Understand concepts such as RNC Modules, Iub links, Radio Network and Transport Network 6.3 Configure the common and RBS Site Specific definitions for Iub over IP in the RNC 6.4 Explain what the Iub Dual Stack feature is and how it is configured 6.5 Show the transport split for the dual stack RBS, with both ATM and IP in use 7 Configure the Cell Network 7.1 Explain how WCDMA radio parameters are mapped onto the cell network 7.2 Configure Location, Routing and Service Areas, UTRAN Registration Areas, MBMS Service and Cell Broadcast Areas 7.3 Configure UTRAN Cells 7.4 Configure UTRAN Channels 7.5 Configure UTRAN/GSM Neighbor Relations Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, System Engineer, Service Engineer

35 Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA RAN RNC 3820 to EVO-C 8200 Configuration Delta, LZU IP in WCDMA Radio Access Network, LZU (optional) IP Networking, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 5 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools, which are accessed remotely. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day 1 Topics in the course RNC 3820 Introduction RBS 6000 Introduction Ethernet and IP in WCDMA RAN Layer 2 & 3 Switching in WCDMA RAN IP QOS Implementation in Ericsson WCDMA RAN Ethernet and IP MOs Estimated Time (hours) Iu over ATM Theory Iu-CS over ATM Practical Iu and Iur over IP Configuration (Theory & Practical) Iub over ATM (Theory & Practical) Iub over IP Configuration (Theory & Practical) Migration from ATM to IP (Theory & Practical) 5 Configuring Cell Network (Theory & Practical) Course review and Conclusion

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37 WCDMA RAN W13 RXI 821/861 Operation and Configuration LZU R1A Description This course covers the configuration and operation of RXI 821/861. The course covers the various RXI hardware components and describes their functionality. The course participants will learn how to use the Element Manager (EM), the Command Line Interface (COLI), the Node Command Line Interface (NCLI) and the OSS-RC for operating and configuring the RXI and examination of the operational states of the interface boards. The course participants will also become familiar with areas of software management, network synchronization, performance management, fault management and IP management. There are a number of practical exercises which aids the course participants understanding of the course material. After completing these exercices, the participants are able to configure ATM cross connections, AAL2 switching and IMA (Inverse Multiplexing for ATM). We also cover configuration of IP and Ethernet if the RXI is used as a layer 2 switch. This means configuring the ET-MFX boards to carry IP based payload, signaling, O&M and synchronization traffic towards RBS and RNC. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the function and architecture of the RXI 821 and RXI Describe the role of the RXI as a RANAG 1.2 List and describe the requirements of the RXI 821 and the RXI 861 in a wireless network 1.3 Describe Traffic Aggregator and Circuit Emulation functionality 1.4 List the advantages of using the Connectivity Packet Platform (CPP) 1.5 Describe the hardware architecture for RXI 821 and RXI Explain the principle ATM concepts 2.1 Describe the ATM cell and layers 2.2 Describe Virtual Path (VP) and Virtual Channel (VC) Switching 2.3 Describe Quality of Service (QoS) 2.4 List and describe the ATM Adaptation Layers (AALs) 2.5 Describe AAL2 Switching 3 Explain principle Ethernet and IP Suite 3.1 Explain the IP Functionality of the W12 RAN Transport Network.

38 3.2 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN. 3.3 Explain the basic structure of an IP Packet and Ethernet frame. 3.4 Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is achieved using IP and Ethernet. 4 Explain Management Interfaces 4.1 Connect to the RXI using the Command Line Interface (COLI), the Node CLI (NCLI), Telnet and the Element Manager (EM) 4.2 Use O&M functions of the RXI through the Element Manager 4.3 Add a new RXI to the OSS-RC 4.4 Describe how the RXI can be managed by the OSS-RC BCT functionality 4.5 Describe the xml file format used for BCT 5 Explain Software Management and Hardware Upgrade 5.1 Describe the MOM (Managed Object Model) concept 5.2 Describe and create Configuration Versions (CVs) and explain CV Restore and Remove 5.3 Explain Hardware Upgrade Process 6 Explain Performance Management Support 6.1 Detail the Performance Management Architecture 6.2 Explain the Subscription Profile principle 6.3 Explain the process of performance statistics data collection 6.4 Explain the process of performance recording data collection 6.5 Explain the process of General Performance Event Handling 6.6 Explain the Performance Data flow 7 Configure the ATM transport network in an RXI in order to set up connections to remote nodes (RNC and RBSs) 7.1 Describe the ATM Functionality of the RXI 7.2 Explain and configure ATM Cross Connection 7.3 Explain and configure AAL1 Circuit Emulation 7.4 Explain and configure AAL2 Switching 7.5 Explain and configure IMA groups 7.6 Viewing Transport Network using OSS-RC 8 Explain how to configure IP/Ethernet in an RXI 8.1 Configure IP/Ethernet MOs to bring the RXI into service 8.2 Configure Network Synchronization over IP 9 Explain RXI maintenance procedures and Fault Management 9.1 Identify the visual indicators of the RXI. 9.2 Identify alarm and events using the alarm manager in EMAS 9.3 Identify alarms using the alarm viewer in OSS-RC 9.4 Identify alarms using NCLI 9.5 Describe maintenance and error recovery procedures 9.6 Identify sample alarms that are generated by the RXI 9.7 Troubleshoot these alarms using the relevant OPIs 10 Explain the process of Network Synchronization in RXI 10.1 Explain what Network Synchronization is

39 10.2 Describe the Synchronization Inputs and Outputs 10.3 Describe the Synchronization Reference Selection process 10.4 Describe the System Clock working modes 10.5 Configure Network Synchronization in the RXI 11 Explain and configure IP settings and IP routing tables in RXI for management traffic 11.1 Describe IP over ATM 11.2 Outline the basics of in-band management of the RXI 11.3 Describe how to set the IP address of the node 11.4 Describe how to create IP Termination Points 11.5 Describe how to set up IP Routes Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Network Design Engineer, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU CPP Node Features and Functions, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools, which are accessed remotely.

40 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Introduction 0.5 RXI Application Overview 1 Principle ATM Concepts 2.5 Ethernet and IP Suite 1 Management Interfaces 1 2 Management Interfaces (cont.) 0.5 Exercise 1: CPI and system level configuration 1.5 SW and HW Management 1.5 Exercise 2: COLI and NCLI 1.5 Exercise 3: OSS-RC tools 1 3 Module 6: Performance Management Using OSS-RC 0.5 ATM Configuration 1 Exercise 4: IMA, ATM Cross connections and AAL2 switching Exercise 4 continued 2 IP/Ethernet Configuration 1 Maintenance and Fault Management 1 Exercise 5: Fault Management 1 Network Synchronization 0.5 IP Configuration and Control 0.5

41 WCDMA RAN W13 Transport Network System Techniques LZU R1A Description How does the Ericsson Transport Network use ATM and IP to carry user and control plane traffic? How are the various transport bearer Quality of Service (QoS) achieved using ATM and IP? With the help of the WCDMA RAN Transport Network System Techniques course the attendees will learn about the Ericsson Transport Network ATM and IP functionality. They will see how QoS is achieved using ATM Adaptation layer 2 (AAL2) class A-D in an ATM network and with the Differentiated Services Code Point (DSCP) IP header field and Ethernet priority field (P-bit) in an IP/Ethernet network. They will also see various examples of Transport Networks using both ATM and IP with explanations of the advantages and disadvantages of each. With the guidance of the instructor participants will become familiar all aspects the WCDMA RAN Transport Network System Techniques. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the ATM Functionality of the WRAN Transport Network 1.1 Explain the difference between Plesiochronous Digital Hierarchy (PDH) and Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) 1.2 Explain the basic ATM Cell structure and the ATM Service Categories used in the WCDMA RAN 1.3 Explain the operation of ATM Adaptation Layer 2 (AAL2) and how its Call Admission Control (CAC) handles class A, B, C and D traffic 1.4 Explain basic ATM topologies used in WCDMA RAN 1.5 List the ETBs that support ATM in the WCDMA RAN 2 Explain the IP Functionality of the WRAN Transport Network 2.1 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN 2.2 Explain the basic structure of an IP Packet and Ethernet frame 2.3 Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is achieved using IP and Ethernet 2.4 Explain the operation of Admission Control and Congestion Control 2.5 Explain some of the basic IP topologies used in WCDMA RAN 2.6 List the ETBs that support IP/Ethernet in the WCDMA RAN 2.7 Explain the Ethernet Jumbo Frame on the Iu PS 3 Explain the various cases for using ATM and/or IP in the WCDMA RAN

42 3.1 Explain transport redundancy MSP 1+1 bidirectional feature 3.2 Explain how Synchronization is performed in WCDMA RAN for ATM and IP Networks 3.3 Explain the operation of Admission Control and Congestion Control 3.4 Explain the QoS settings 3.5 Explain how the Iub flow control mechanisms operate for R99 DCH, HSDPA and EUL traffic Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU OSS-RC Overview, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) ATM Transport Network Functionality 2 1 IP Transport Network Functionality 2 ATM and IP in the WCDMA RAN 2

43 WCDMA RAN W13 Troubleshooting LZU R2A Description This course provide knowledge and ability to maintain and troubleshoot the WRAN network once it is up and running, how are faults detected and handled in the Connectivity Packet Platform (CPP) based WRAN nodes? How to enable and collect logs from a CPP node? WCDMA RAN W13 Troubleshooting explains how, once a fault is detected, logs are collected to be included in Customer Service Requests (CSRs). It also gives an overview on how Ericsson enables traces, CTR, UETR and sets up the environment to collect logs, so that they can be appended to the CSRs. This training is useful for operation and maintenance personnel to get an understanding of the different logs in a CPP based node, how traces are enabled/collected and also to get an overall picture of the fault handling process in a WRAN network. Both IP and ATM based transport networks are covered in the course, although the focus is on the latter. Telnet sessions (for COLI access), NCLI and the Advanced Managed Object Scripting (AMOS) tool from the OSS-RC are used during the training. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Understand the system concepts, redundancy and configurations in CPP 1.1 Use COLI/AMOS commands to understand Fault Tolerant Core (FTC) concept and Reliable Program concept 1.2 Understand how link redundancies work in both ATM and IP based transport interfaces and RBS file System 1.3 Explain Sync for Digital Unit V2 optical, DU Maintenance button and Configurations for DUW41/31/ Describe AIR, AIR as mixed and related faults 1.5 Be able to perform an emergency recovery of a CPP based node from a backup placed outside of the node 1.6 Describe the Subscriber Capacity of RNC and RBS with New Hardware and Software. 1.7 Be able to interpret Managed Object attributes to explain how interfaces are configured from a CPP based node using Element Manager and AMOS 1.8 RNC restart security protection and RNC in pool 1.9 Cross-Sector Antenna Sharing Redundancy (CSASR) 2 Use the applications in OSS-RC, Element Manager and Command Line Interface

44 (COLI) that are important during a troubleshooting procedure 2.1 Start and understand when to use the following applications in OSS-RC: Transport Network Viewer, Job Manager, Alarm List Viewer/ Alarm Status Matrix, WCDMA RAN Performance Measurements, Common Explorer GUI, Node Status Analyzer and Cabinet Equipment Viewer, Advanced Managed Object Scripting (AMOS) interface and Node Command Line Interface (NCLI) 2.2 Lock and restart boards and nodes including the soft/hard lock concepts 2.3 Check the status of the Manage Object to find out the health of the node 2.4 Understand when COLI is used and when Element Manager/NCLI are used 2.5 Describe RBS Power Blossoming 2.6 Describe Product Inventory improvements 2.7 Understand the WCDMA RAN load expert 2.8 Understand Supervision of SP pool and 4 Way Receiver Diversity with DUW 2.9 Understand changes in FM Events and Changes ROP 3 Investigate the purpose and the location of the various types of logs in a CPP based node 3.1 Know the location and purpose and read Alarm and Event logs 3.2 Explain how Ericsson Local Support enables traces in the process of troubleshooting, and uses the target monitor application to capture the traces 3.3 Find out the location and purpose of Error Log, Post Mortem Dump(PMD) Log and Availability Log 3.4 Find out the purpose and location of the Security and Audit trail logs. 3.5 Perform data collection to include in the Customer Service Request (CSR) when a problem is suspected in the WRAN network 3.6 Explain Trace improvement, UE-ID sent to RBS in all Radio link Setup messages 3.7 Describe Trace Overload Protection and RNC Throughput Capacity 3.8 Describe RBS MP Load sharing between DUW's 3.9 Explain UE real-time Trace 4 Be able to tie together the Performance Statistics and Performance Monitoring in the process of troubleshooting in WRAN Network 4.1 Be able to initiate statistics from the OSS-RC 4.2 Be able to initiate performance recording (e.g. UETR) from the OSS-RC 4.3 Be able to read counter values and tie them to the situations in the network 4.4 Explain Enhanced Health Check Filter File 4.5 Describe alarm handling enhancements 4.6 Describe Integration without Laptop 4.7 Explain Flexible PM Statistics ROP time intervals 4.8 Describe Battery Test and Hot Spot Finder 4.9 Create some faults and solve the faults using step by step process Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Engineer, Service Engineer

45 Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA RAN W13 Operation, LZU WCDMA W13 RNC 3820 Configuration, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This is a task-oriented learning course based on tasks in the work process given in a technical environment using equipment and tools. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Introduction Sum up of the various user interfaces in OSS-RC and Element Manager used for troubleshooting Chapter 2, Exercise: Network Configuration Check/Summary Redundancy and exercises Chapter 3, Logs in CPP based nodes and exercises Trace and Error Log Introduction and exercise Exercise: Alarms vs. traces Analyzing hardware configuration data in RBS Exercise: cyclic restarts Chapter4, and Exercise : software configuration fault Exercise: setting up and analysis of UETR, statistics Exercise: Collecting logs to append to CSR s Miscellaneous and course sum-up Estimated time (hours)

46 WCDMA W13 Air Interface LZU R2A Description This course will bring the Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA) air interface down to earth. We will compare WCDMA with GSM and CDMA technologies, and explain Power Control, RAKE receiver and handovers (including soft, softer, and inter-frequency handovers). We will also provide in-depth descriptions and explanations of the logical, transport and physical channel models of WCDMA and synchronization and random access. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the fundamental principles of cellular WCDMA technology 1.1 Describe and compare TDMA and WCDMA multiple access methods. 1.2 Explain on an overview level, the WCDMA transmitter architecture. 1.3 Describe the data protection coding methods: CRC Coding, FEC Coding, Viterbi decoding, block interleaving, turbo codes. 1.4 Explain the use of channelization and scrambling codes. 1.5 Describe the modulation and filtering in a WCDMA system. 2 Describe the WCDMA power control, RAKE receiver and handover 2.1 Recognize the concepts of multipath reflections, fading, and turn-the-corner effects. 2.2 Explain the function of the WCDMA RAKE receiver. 2.3 Explain the necessity for open loop, inner loop and outer loop power control. 2.4 Describe the different handover scenarios: Soft- and softer handover, Inter-frequency handover and Inter-Radio Access Technology handover. 2.5 Explain cell reuse and code planning. 2.6 Underline the issues concerning WCDMA cell planning. 2.7 Discuss WCDMA cell capacity considerations. 3 Explain in detail the WCDMA channel structure 3.1 Detail the 3GPP Standardization Committee and specification structure. 3.2 Describe the concepts of logical, transport, and physical channels. 3.3 Explain details of the WCDMA physical layer. 3.4 List different aspects of the WCDMA downlink. 3.5 List the different aspects of the WCDMA uplink. 3.6 Explain the concept of MIMO.

47 3.7 Explain the concept of Multi Carrier. 4 Explain timing, synchronization and random access in WCDMA 4.1 Explain base station downlink timing. 4.2 Describe the synchronization procedure. 4.3 Explain the random access procedure. 4.4 Describe the establishment of dedicated channels. 4.5 Explain soft handover timing. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineer, Service Design Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU OSS-RC Overview, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 WCDMA Wireless Technology WCDMA Power Control, Rake Receiver and Handover WCDMA Physical Layer WCDMA Physical Layer continue WCDMA Synchronization and Random Access

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49 WCDMA RAN W13 Protocols and Procedures LZU R2A Description This course covers the WCDMA RAN protocols and procedures. It gives an in-depth understanding of the WCDMA Systems radio access architecture and signaling, as well as the WCDMA Systems Bearer Service, End-to-End service and Radio Bearer Service. It covers the WCDMA radio access interfaces, such as Uu, Iub, Iur and Iu. Also this course covers the protocols used over these interfaces: RRC, BMC, RLC, MAC and the physical layer for the Uu interface, NBAP for the Iub interface, RNSAP for the Iur interface, RANAP and SABP for the Iu interface. It also describes the transport technology used in the Iu and the Iub interfaces, ATM vs IP. The purpose of the course is to enable the student to understand complete traffic cases for circuit switched and packet switched traffic with all signaling included. Practical protocol analysis using TEMS Investigation is also included. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the WCDMA Radio Access Network architecture 1.1 State the main functions of the network elements 1.2 List the Interfaces 2 Explain the main functions of the protocols involved in WCDMA 2.1 Explain how signaling takes place between the UE and the Core Network 2.2 State the main functions of Radio Resource Control (RRC), Radio Link Control (RLC), Medium Access Control (MAC), the physical layer and their relations 2.3 Explain the interaction of the WCDMA protocols and the mapping of logical, transport and physical channels 2.4 Explain the general protocol model for the Iub, the Iur and the Iu interface 3 Explain the UMTS Quality of Service 3.1 Explain the concept of Quality of Service and how it is related to different traffic classes 3.2 Explain the purpose of UMTS Bearer Services and Radio Access Bearers (RABs) 3.3 List the different attributes of the RABs and explain how they are used 3.4 List supported RABs 4 Explain the RCC Protocol 4.1 Explain the interaction between RRC and the lower layers in the control plane

50 4.2 Explain the RRC layer structure 4.3 Explain the RRC Service States and the difference between connected and idle mode 4.4 Explain the functions and services of RRC 4.5 Explain the RRC procedures 5 Explain the RLC and MAC protocol 5.1 Explain the RLC functions 5.2 List the different modes of RLC (transparent, unacknowledged and acknowledged mode) and explain the structure of the PDU involved in these cases 5.3 Explain the MAC functions 5.4 Explain the MAC architecture, its entities and their usage for the mapping of transport channels 5.5 List the contents of the MAC Packet Data Unit (PDU) 5.6 Explain the Transport Format selection and the relation between Combinations (TFC) and Sets (TFCS) 5.7 Explain Channel Type Switching 5.8 Explain the structure and mapping of physical channels. 6 Explain the Cell Broadcast service - BMC and SABP Protocols 6.1 Explain the Cell Broadcast Service 6.2 Explain the SABP Functions 6.3 Explain the BMC Functions 7 Explain the Iub Interface and the NBAP Protocol 7.1 Explain the Iub interface and the Radio Network Layer protocols: the Node B Application Part (NBAP) signaling protocol in the control plane and the user plane protocols for common transport channel (CCH) data streams and dedicated transport channel (DCH) data streams 7.2 Explain the main functions and procedures of NBAP signaling protocol 7.3 Explain the main functions and procedures of the user plane protocols for CCH and DCH data streams (Frame Protocols) 7.4 Explain two Iub Transport Network solutions: Iub over ATM vs Iub over IP 8 Explain the Iur Interface and the RNSAP Protocol 8.1 Explain the Iur interface and the Radio Network Subsystems Application Part (RNSAP) protocol structure 8.2 Explain the main functions and procedures of RNSAP 8.3 Explain two Iur Transport Network solutions: Iur over ATM vs Iur over IP 9 Explain the Iu Interface and the RANAP Protocol 9.1 Explain the Iu interface and the Radio Access Network Application Part (RANAP) protocol structure 9.2 Explain the main functions and procedures of RANAP 9.3 Explain two Iu Transport Network solutions: Iu over ATM vs Iu over IP 10 Explain IRAT Mobility 10.1 Explain IRAT mobility between WCDMA and GSM/GPRS networks 10.2 Explain GAN mobility

51 10.3 Explain mobility between WCDMA and LTE Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU WCDMA W13 Air Interface, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course WCDMA Introduction 1 Overview of protocols in WCDMA RAN UMTS Quality of Service 2 RRC Protocol Practical TEMS exercise 3 RLC and MAC Protocols. BMC and SABP Protocols Estimated Time (hours)

52 4 Iub Interface NBAP Protocol Iur Interface RNSAP Protocol Iu Interface - RANAP Protocol IRAT Mobility

53 Ericsson WCDMA W13 HSPA System Techniques LZU R2A Description Have you ever wondered about Ericsson's High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) techniques or the modulation methods such as 16QAM and 64QAM, channel structure and functionality of HSDPA and EUL? Have you ever wonder how can DL throughput achive up to 56 Mbps? How can a cell support up to 96 EUL users? Well, wonder no more; this course demystifies Ericsson s HSPA solution for WCDMA network. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the main principle of HSPA 1.1 Explain the background and history of HSPA 1.2 Describe Ericsson HSPA principles 1.3 List the HSPA UE categories and capabilities 2 Explain HSPA Layer 1 & 2 and Channel Structure 2.1 Explain HSPA Transport and Physical Channel 2.2 Explain HSPA Transport Layer and Physical Layer operation 3 Explain Protocol architecture details (MAC-hs, MAC-ehs, MAC-es, MAC-e, HS- DSCH FP and E-DCH FP) 3.1 Detail the data flow when HS-DSCH is employed 3.2 Explain in detail the MAC-hs PDU 3.3 Explain the Transport Block Sizes for HS-DSCH 3.4 Explain Transport Format selection 3.5 Explain Transport Format indication 3.6 List the MAC-hs function at network - and at UE side 3.7 Describe the HSDPA Flow Control 3.8 Describe the L1/L2 protocols and functions of EUL 3.9 Explain what does Enhanced L2 functionality include 3.10 Detail the EUL uplink data flow 3.11 Explain the use of Transport Formats 3.12 Describe the EUL Flow Control 4 Explain capacity management for HSPA 4.1 Explain HSPA QoS related 4.2 Explain HSPA Admission and Congestion Control

54 4.3 Details HSPA Load Sharing 4.4 Improved HSDPA Link Adaptation 4.5 Inter Frequency Load Sharing 5 Understand the scheduler for HSDPA and EUL 5.1 Explain the use of QoS and Scheduling Priority Indicator (SPI) 5.2 Describe the mapping of external ARP to HSDPA Scheduling Priority Indicator (SPI) 5.3 Explain HSDPA RBR QoS Profiling 5.4 Explain the resource sharing in HSDPA 5.5 Explain the different scheduling algorithms and priority factors 5.6 Explain HSDPA minimum bit rate scheduling 5.7 Explain the EUL scheduling basics 5.8 List the EUL shared resources 5.9 Describe the control signaling for EUL scheduler 5.10 Compare EUL scheduled and serving grants 5.11 Explain the EUL scheduling request 5.12 Explain relative grant 5.13 EUL Single HARQ process scheduling 5.14 EUL Scheduler enhancements 5.15 Explain EUL TD Scheduling 6 Explain Mobility Management for HSPA 6.1 Detail the Measurement Handling for HSDPA 6.2 Explain the HS-DSCH Cell selection 6.3 Explain A-DCH Soft and Softer Handover for HSDPA 6.4 Explain Serving Hs-DSCH Cell Change 6.5 Explain coverage triggered downswitch to DCH 6.6 Explain HS-DSCH Cell Selection (throughput-triggered upswitch and downswitch) 6.7 Explain HS-DSCH Radio Connection Supervision 6.8 Explain the EUL mobility 6.9 Describe the EUL serving cell concept 6.10 Describe E-DCH cell selection and cell change 6.11 Describe EUL soft and softer handover 6.12 Describe when leaving EUL coverage 6.13 Explain IF/IRAT mobility for HSPA and improved compressed mode 6.14 Reconfiguration to/from MC 6.15 Explain Fast Dormancy Handling 6.16 Explain High speed downlink for FACH 7 Explain HSPA+ 7.1 Explain HSPA MIMO 7.2 Explain HSPA Multi Carrier 7.3 Describe 64QAM and MIMO Combination 7.4 Describe HSDPA Multi-Carrier with MIMO 7.5 Describe Dual Band HSDPA Multi Carrier 7.6 Describe additional HSPA RABS for smartphone's 8 Explain HSPA implementation

55 8.1 Explain RBS6000 on HSPA specification 8.2 Details RBS capacity Uplink (CE) for EUL 8.3 Briefly explain 64/96 Enhanced uplink users per cell 8.4 Explain High Speed Capacity in RBS Explain Channel Element capacity for HSDPA Smartphone's 8.6 Explain how D-AGC with 7-bit quantization improve EUL scheduler 8.7 Explain the RBB and DBB 8.8 Explain the impact of Interference Suppression to EUL maximum allowed scheduling rate 8.9 HSDPA-MC Inter DU Joint Scheduling Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, System Engineer, Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA W13 Air Interface, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Protocols and Procedures, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Functionality, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 5 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment.

56 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Basic Principles of HSPA Transport Channels & Physical Channels for HSPA Transport Channels & Physical Channels for HSPA, continue Protocol Architecture Details Capacity Management Schedulers Schedulers, continue Mobility HSPA + HSPA Implementation Estimated Time (hours)

57 WCDMA RAN W13 Initial Tuning LZU R2A Description How is the initial tuning of a WCDMA Radio Access Network performed? What tools and methods are uesd to perform the initial tuning process? This course will guide the students through the tools and processes used by Ericsson to perform Initial Tuning of the WCDMA RAN. After this course the participant will be able to collect and analyze data collected during the Initial Tuning process. They will also be able to use this data to perform initial tuning WCDMA RAN. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Detail the general Radio Network Tuning process 1.1 Explain the service content of WCDMA RAN Tuning 1.2 Explain the service content of WCDMA RAN Optimization 1.3 Explain the difference between RAN Tuning and RAN Optimization 2 Perform preparations necessary to perform RAN Tuning 2.1 Define clusters and drive test routes 2.2 Perform a design and consistency check 2.3 Setup drive test tools 3 Implement and perform the process of pilot tuning 3.1 Explain what data to collect with TEMS Scanner 3.2 Collect and export TEMS Scanner data 3.3 Post process data using TEMS Data collection and MapInfo or Tatuk GIS 3.4 Analyze and interpret the collected data in order to improve coverage, interference and missing neighbor cases 3.5 Implement changes in order to improve the performance 4 Perform UE tuning for Circuit Switched data 4.1 Explain the process of UE tuning 4.2 Define and show different performance indicators using TEMS Investigation 4.3 Post process data using TEMS Data collection and MapInfo or Tatuk GIS 4.4 Perform UE tuning for circuit switched data with focus on accessibility, retainability and integrity 4.5 Implement changes in order to improve the performance of the Network 5 Perform UE tuning for Packet Switched Data

58 5.1 Explain the measurements that are unique to Packet Switched data 5.2 Analyze PS Data TEMS Investigation logfiles 5.3 Implement changes in order to improve the performance of the Network 6 Perform UE tuning for HSPA Data 6.1 Explain the measurements that are unique to HSPA 6.2 Describe the HSPA tuning process 6.3 Analyze HSPA TEMS Investigation logfiles 6.4 Implement changes in order to improve the performance of the Network 6.5 Explain UL interference impact to EUL throughput 6.6 Explain overall codes utilization and HSPA performance Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Engineer, Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA RAN W13 Performance Management and Optimization, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools.

59 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 WCDMA RAN Network Tuning Introduction 1 Preparation 1 Practical Exercises using TEMS Investigation 4 2 Pilot Tuning 2 Practical Exercises using MapInfo or Tatuk GIS 4 3 UE Tuning Circuit Switched Data 1 Practical Exercises using MapInfo or Tatuk GIS and TEMS Investigation 2 UE Tuning Packet Switched Data 0.5 Practical Exercises using TEMS Investigation 0.5 UE Tuning HSPA Tuning 1 Practical Exercises using TEMS Investigation 1

60 WCDMA RAN W13 Performance Management and Optimization LZU R2A Description How can the performance of the Ericsson WCDMA Radio Access Network W13 be monitored? What are the Key Performance Indicators (KPI) that should be used? How should this performance management data be used to optimize the WCDMA RAN? In this WCDMA RAN W13 Performance Management and Optimization course students will be introduced to the W12 radio network counters and associated KPI formulas. They will be guided through Acecssibility, Retainability and Integrity optimization tasks. Through a series of practical practical exercises they will become familiar with the optimization of release 99 and High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) networks. The students will also be introduced to the following optional OSS-RC Optimization tools: - WCDMA User and Cell Traffic Recording (UETR/CTR) - WCDMA General Performance Event Handling (GPEH) - WCDMA Measurements Result Recording (WMRR) - WCDMA Neighbor Cell Support (NCSW) - WCDMA Event Based Statistics (EBSW) - Business Objects (BO) and Ericsson Network IQ (ENIQ) The students will also get the opportunity perform practical exercises using all of the above tools during the course. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain about Performance Management and Optimization process 1.1 Describe the structure and stages in the life of the WCDMA RAN 1.2 Explain the difference between RAN Tuning and Optimization 1.3 Briefly explain how WCDMA RAN statistics are collected by the OSS-RC 1.4 Describe the basic WCDMA RAN Optimization process 1.5 Briefly explain the function of the optional OSS-RC Optimization Tools 2 Explain the Performance Statistics (Counters) 2.1 Explain the collection and storage process for performance statistics 2.2 Explain how statistics are stored on the WCDMA RAN nodes and OSS-RC 2.3 Explain the various radio network counter types used in the WCDMA RAN 2.4 List the RNC and RBS counter Managed Object classes

61 2.5 Use Customer Product Information to find RNC and RBS counter descriptions 2.6 Explain how radio network counters fit into call scenario flow charts 2.7 Explain the RNC and RBS counter limitations and associated alarms 2.8 Use Customer Product Information to find WCDMA RAN KPI formulas 3 Explain about Subscription Profiles 3.1 Use the OSS-RC to collect radio network counters 3.2 Create activate and delete performance statistics subscription profiles 4 Elaborate about the Service Accessibility Optimization procedure 4.1 Briefly explain the Service Accessibility Optimization procedure 4.2 Explain Admission and congestion control and the associated parameters 4.3 Create Accessibility KPI formulas to find the worst performing cells 4.4 Use a selection of counters to explain the reason for this poor performance 4.5 Suggest parameter changes to improve the accessibility performance 5 Explain the Service Retainability Optimization procedure 5.1 Briefly explain Radio Network Supervision and the associated parameters 5.2 Briefly explain WCDMA RAN handover algorithms and associated parameters 5.3 Create Retainability KPI formulas to find the worst performing cells 5.4 Use a selection of counters to explain the reason for this poor performance 5.5 Suggest parameter changes to improve the retainability performance 6 Explain the Service Integrity Optimization procedure 6.1 Briefly explain WCDMA RAN Power Control and the associated parameters 6.2 Briefly explain the WCDMA RAN Channel Switching and the associated parameters 6.3 Create Integrity KPI formulas to find the worst performing cells 6.4 Use a selection of counters to explain the reason for this poor performance 6.5 Suggest parameter changes to improve the integrity performance 7 Explain step-by-step procedure on HSPA Optimization 7.1 Explain the HSPA Optimization procedure 7.2 Briefly explain the operation of HSDPA and EUL and the associated parameters 7.3 Explain the impact of latency and TCP window size on HSPA throughput 7.4 Create KPI formulas to measure HSPA user throughputs 7.5 Suggest network modifications to improve HSPA throughput Fast Dormancy 8 Explain what is contained in UETR and CTR files 8.1 Explain briefly how recording files are collected and stored 8.2 Explain what events are collected 8.3 Explain what measurements are collected 8.4 Introducing UE Real-time Trace 9 Explain what is contained in GPEH recordings 9.1 Explain briefly how GPEH files are collected and stored 9.2 Explain what Node-internal events are collected 9.3 Explain what inter-node events are collected 9.4 Describe how GPEH Capacity can be increased 10 Use the OSS-RC Subscription Profiles to collect UETR, CTR and GPEH

62 10.1 Create, activate and delete UETR, CTR and GPEH subscription profiles 11 Parse UETR, CTR and GPEH binary files into ASCII or tab-delimited format 11.1 Use the WCDMA Recording File Viewer to parser UETR and CTR binary files into ASCII or tab-delimited format 11.2 Parse GPEH binary files into ASCII or tab-delimited format using the Data Collection Subscription Profiles GUI 11.3 Viewing Traffic Recordings via Network Status Display (NSD) 11.4 Viewing Key Performance Indicators via Network Status Display (NSD) 12 Use the tools that belong to the Radio Network Optimizer (RNO) for WCDMA 12.1 Explain what can be collected with the WCDMA Measurement Result Recording (WMRR) tool 12.2 Use the WMRR to collect data and produce a performance report 12.3 Use the WCDMA Neighboring Cell Support (WNCS) tool to find missing neighbor definitions in the WCDMA RAN 12.4 Discuss the Geo-Observability for WCDMA (GEO-W) application 12.5 Explain the operation of the Event Based Statistics WCDMA (EBS-W) tool 12.6 Use EBS-W to create and collect a user defined counter 13 Explain the ENIQ and Business Objects (BO) Web Intelligence Rich Client operation 13.1 Use Business Objects (BO) Web Intelligence Rich Client to open and refresh Ericsson predefined UTRAN performance reports 13.2 Create user defined UTRAN performance reports using the Business Objects (BO) Web Intelligence Rich Client 13.3 Share user defined UTRAN performance reports with other ENIQ users 13.4 Using ENIQ Event on monitoring network performance Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA W13 Air Interface, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Protocols and Procedures, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Functionality, LZU Ericsson WCDMA W13 HSPA System Techniques, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 5 days and the maximum number of participants is 8.

63 Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools, which are accessed remotely. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day 1 Topics in the course Performance Management and Optimization Introduction Performance Statistics (Counters) Performance Statistics OSS-RC Subscription Profiles Estimated Time (hours) Service Accessibility Optimization Service Retainability Optimization 3 Service Integrity Optimization HSPA Optimization 4 Performance Recording (UETR and CTR) General Performance Event Handling (GPEH) CTR, UETR and GPEH OSS-RC Subscription Profiles Parsing CTR, UETR and GPEH Files 5 WMRR, WNCS, GEO-W and EBS-W ENIQ and Business Objects

64 WCDMA RAN EVO-C 8200 Configuration LZU R3A Description The WCDMA RNC EVO Controller is introduced to meet the future demand on RAN networks and some key characteristics will be capacity and flexibility demands. This configuration course introduces the participants to the hardware of EVO Controller 8200 as well as configuration procedures of WCDMA EVO Controller. The course covers basic Ethernet and IP concepts along with the Managed Objects that are used for configuring the functionality in the RAN nodes. All the Interfaces for IP transport are covered along with SIGTRAN and Cell Network Configuration. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the WCDMA RAN system 1.1 Describe the evolution of EVO Controller 1.2 State new features of EVO Controller 1.3 Describe the WCDMA RAN System Architecture 1.4 Explain the role of the Iu, Iur and Iub interfaces 1.5 Describe the concepts of Load Based Handover 1.6 Describe the EVO Controller products 1.7 Explain the features of the Active Patch Panel (APP) 1.8 Explain about EVO Controller hardware and software 1.9 Describe the RBS 6000 products available in the WCDMA RAN 1.10 Describe the new hardware used in the WCDMA RBS Explain Ethernet and IP Suite used in WCDMA RAN 2.1 Explain the IP Functionality and products used in the WCDMA RAN Transport Network 2.2 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN 2.3 Explain the basic structure of an IP packet and Ethernet frame and how switching is done on Layer 2 and Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is supported by IP and Ethernet and how it is implemented in Ericsson WCDMA RAN 2.5 Explain in details Ethernet Link Aggregation 3 Configure Iu and Iur interface 3.1 Describe the protocol stacks for Iu-CS, Iu-PS and Iur over IP/Ethernet 3.2 Explain how IP connectivity is implemented on the WCDMA RNC EVO Controller 3.3 Explain the function of protocols and concepts such as IPAccessHosts, SCTP and Multi-Homing and M3UA

65 3.4 Explain how to configure the Iu Control Plane over IP/Ethernet 3.5 Explain how to configure Iu-CS User Plane over IP/Ethernet 3.6 Explain how to configure Iu-PS User Plane over IP/Ethernet 3.7 Explain how to configure Iur Control and User Plane over IP/Ethernet 4 Configure Iub over IP and ATM 4.1 Explain the protocol stack for Iub transmission over IP/Ethernet and ATM 4.2 Describe the concepts such as RNC Modules, Iub links, Radio Network and Transport Network 4.3 Configure the RBS for Iub over IP and ATM in the EVO Controller Explain the Iub feature is and how it is configured 5 Configure the Cell Network 5.1 Explain how WCDMA radio parameters are mapped onto the cell network 5.2 Configure Location, Routing and Service Areas, UTRAN Registration Areas, MBMS Service and Cell Broadcast Areas 5.3 Configure UTRAN Cells 5.4 Configure UTRAN Channels 5.5 Configure UTRAN/GSM Neighbor Relations Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, System Engineer, Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Operation, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 RNC 3820 Configuration, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools, which are accessed remotely.

66 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) WCDMA RAN System Description 4 Explain Ethernet and IP Suite 2 Iu and Iur over IP Configuration - Theory 2 Iu and Iur over IP Configuration - Practical 4 Iub over IP Configuration (Theory & Practical) 2.5 Configuring Cell Network (Theory & Practical) 2.5 Course Review and Conclusion 1

67 WCDMA RAN RNC 3820 to EVO-C 8200 Configuration, Delta LZU R3A Description The WCDMA RNC EVO Controller is introduced to meet the future demand on RAN networks and some key characteristics will be capacity and flexibility demands. This delta course introduces the participants to the differences between hardware of RNC 3820 and EVO Controller as well as configuration procedures of WCDMA EVO Controller. The course covers basic Ethernet and IP concepts along with the Managed Objects that are used for configuring the functionality in the RAN nodes. Interfaces for IP transport option covered are Iu-PS, Iu-CS and Iur. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the WCDMA RAN 1.1 Describe the evolution of EVO Controller 1.2 State the differences between RNC 3820 and new hardware of EVO Controller 1.3 Describe the WCDMA RAN System Architecture and its partition in Radio Network Subsystems 1.4 Explain the role of the Iu, Iur and Iub interfaces 1.5 Explain about EVO CONTROLLER hardware and software such as EPB (EVO Processing Board), CAX (Cabinet Switch) and Ethernet Switch (SCXB and CMXB) 1.6 Explain EVO Controller Hardware and Software 1.7 Describe the RBS 6000 products available in the WCDMA RAN 2 Configure Iu and Iur Interface 2.1 Describe the protocol stacks for Iu-CS, Iu-PS and Iur over IP/Ethernet 2.2 Explain how IP connectivity is implemented on the WCDMA RNC EVO Controller 2.3 Explain how to configure the Iu Control Plane over IP/Ethernet 2.4 Explain how to configure Iu-CS User Plane over IP/Ethernet 2.5 Explain how to configure Iu-PS User Plane over IP/Ethernet 2.6 Explain how to configure the Iur Control and User Plane over IP/Ethernet 2.7 Describe the protocol stack for Iub transmission over IP/Ethernet 2.8 Explain the function of protocol stacks and concepts of SCTP and MTP 2.9 Explain the protocol Stack for Iub transmission over IP/Ethernet and ATM

68 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Field Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Operations, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 RNC 3820 Configuration, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools, which are accessed remotely. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 WCDMA RAN System Description 4 1 Iu and Iur over IP Configuration - Theory 2 2 Iu and Iur over IP Configuration - Theory 1 2 Iu and Iur over IP Configuration - Practical 4 2 Course Review and Conclusion 1

69 WCDMA RAN EVO-C 8200 Troubleshooting LZU R2A Description Once the WRAN network is up and running, how are faults detected and handled in the Connectivity Packet Platform (CPP) based WRAN nodes? How does Ericsson local/field support enable and collect logs from a CPP node? WCDMA RAN EVO-C 8200 Troubleshooting explains how, once a fault is detected, logs are collected to be included in Customer Service Requests (CSRs). It also gives an overview on how Ericsson enables traces and sets up the environment to collect logs, so that they can be appended to the CSRs. This training is useful for operation and maintenance personnel to get an understanding of the different logs in a CPP based node, how traces are enabled/collected and also to get an overall picture of the fault handling process in a EVO-C network. IP ased transport networks are covered in the course. Telnet sessions (for COLI access) and the Advanced Managed Object Scripting (AMOS) tool from the OSS-RC are used during the training. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Understand the system concepts, hardware, redundancy and configurations of EVO- C on CPP Platform 1.1 Use COLI/AMOS commands to understand Fault Tolerant Core (FTC) concept and Reliable Program Unit concept 1.2 Understand how link redundancies work in IP based transport interfaces 1.3 Understand the concept of moveable Connection End Point (Mv CEP) 1.4 Explain Digital Unit Version 2 and configurations for DUW 11/31/ Understand the file system in a CPP based node 1.6 Be able to perform an emergency recovery of a CPP based node from a backup placed outside of the node 1.7 Describe the Subscriber Capacity of EVO Controller 8200 and RBS with New Hardware and Software 1.8 Be able to interpret Managed Object attributes to explain how interfaces are configured from a CPP based node using Element Manager and AMOS 1.9 RNC restart security protection and RNC in pool 1.10 Cross-Sector Antenna Sharing Redundancy (CSASR) Combined Cell 2 Explain how to use different Applications in OSS-RC 2.1 Start and understand when to use various applications in OSS-RC

70 2.2 Lock and restart boards and nodes including the soft/hard lock concepts 2.3 Check the status of the Manage Object to find out the health of the node 2.4 Understand when COLI is used and when Element Manager/NCLI are used 2.5 Describe RBS Power Blossoming 2.6 Describe Product Inventory improvements 2.7 Explain Alarm Handling Enhancement 2.8 Understand supervision of 4 Way Receiver Diversity 3 Investigate the purpose and the location of the various types of logs in a CPP based node 3.1 Know the location and purpose and read Alarm and Event logs 3.2 Explain how Ericsson Local Support enables traces in the process of troubleshooting, and uses the target monitor application to capture the traces 3.3 Find out the location and purpose of Error Log, Post Mortem Dump(PMD) Log and Availability Log 3.4 Find out the purpose and location of the Security and Audit trail logs 3.5 Perform data collection to include in the Customer Service Request (CSR) when a problem is suspected in the WRAN network 3.6 Explain Trace improvement, UE-ID sent to RBS in all Radio link Setup messages 3.7 Describe Trace Overload Protection 3.8 Explain UE Real Time Trace Phase 2 4 Be able to tie together the Performance Statistics and Performance Monitoring in the process of troubleshooting in WRAN Network 4.1 Be able to initiate statistics from the OSS-RC 4.2 Be able to initiate performance recording (e.g. UETR) from the OSS-RC 4.3 Be able to read counter values and tie them to the situations in the network 4.4 Explain Enhanced Health Check Filter File 4.5 Describe Battery Test and Hot Spot finder (OSS) Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Engineer, Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Operation, LZU WCDMA RAN EVO-C 8200 Configuration, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8.

71 Learning situation This is a task-oriented learning course based on tasks in the work process given in a technical environment using equipment and tools, which are accessed remotely. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated time(hours) Introduction Sum up of the various user interfaces in OSS-RC and Element Manager used for troubleshooting Exercise: Network Configuration Check/Summary 2 Redundancy and exercises 2 Logs in CPP based nodes and exercises 3 Trace and Error Log Introduction and exercise 1 Exercise: Alarms vs. traces 0.5 Analyzing hardware configuration data in RBS 0.5 Exercise: cyclic restarts 1 Exercise : software configuration fault 1 Exercise: setting up and analysis of UETR, statistics 3 Exercise: Collecting logs to append to CSR s 1 Miscellaneous and course sum-up 1 1.5

72 LTE RBS 6202 Field Maintenance LZU R3A Description This course is a task-based course covering hardware replacement and maintenance of the RBS 6202 standard node with RUL and RUS 01/02 type (optional radio units for hybrid configuration such as RRUL 11, RRUS 01, RRUS 02, RRUS 11, RRUS 12, RRUS 61 and AIR 11/21 are available in the Appendix). The participants will perform hardware fault localization, hardware replacement and configuration tasks on a RBS 6202 type. On completion of this course the participants will also be familiar with the features of the operation and maintenance tools such as Element Manager (EM), COmmand Line Interface (COLI) and Node Command line Interface (NCLI). Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain on overview level the LTE RAN Site Concept for RBS 1.1 Explain the basic LTE Radio Access Network 1.2 Outline the RBS 6000 portfolio 1.3 Identify the RBS 6000 Support System, Radio Modules and Digital Units 1.4 Understand RBS 6000 Building Block and Hybrid configuration 1.5 Identify the Antenna System Controller, ASC 1.6 Identify and locate the Remote Electrical Tilt Unit, RETU 2 Perform maintenance and configuration tasks on the RBS 6202 nodes 2.1 Explain RBS 6202 Main features 2.2 Explain the RBS 6202 Hardware architecture 2.3 Identify the RBS 6202 Connection interfaces 2.4 Explain DUL Hardware architecture 2.5 Identify the DUL connection Interfaces 2.6 Explain the Battery Backup System PBC Understand the RBS 6202 Maintenance procedures 2.8 Explain RBS 6202 Handling faulty equipment 3 Use the Customer Product Information (CPI) and Tool Kits 3.1 Explain the CPI library structure of the node 3.2 Find information in the CPI Library with use of regular expression 3.3 Find operational instructions (OPI) and maintain the node according to the OPI 3.4 Find additional information on an alarm and solve the problem with the help of the

73 CPI 3.5 Know that different tool kits exists and how to order the Tool Kits. 4 Connect to a node using COLI and also using NCLI 4.1 Understand basic commands using COLI and using NCLI 4.2 Have a basic understanding of the functionality and technology used in COLI and NCLI 4.3 Understand the basic principles behind the Managed Object Model (MOM) 4.4 Understand the file system in a CPP based node 4.5 Investigate the purpose and the location of the various types of logs. 5 Use the Element Manager 5.1 Download and start the Element Manager 5.2 Access and use the different Views ; Containment, ATM, Equipment, IP, Licensing, Radio Network and the Software. 5.3 Find the alarm list and comment on the Alarms and Events on the Alarm and Event Log 5.4 Access the property help feature from each window 5.5 Create a Customized View (User Defined) in Element Manager 5.6 Handling License Key Files, LKF 5.7 Explain how to format the node 5.8 Explain how to load the basic package software Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: LTE/SAE System Overview, LZU RBS 6000 Overview, LZU LTE L12 Air Interface (optional), LZU Or LTE/SAE - System Overview (WBL), LZU RBS 6000 in a Nutshell, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 8.

74 Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Course Introduction 0.25 LTE RAN Systems and Site Introduction 0.5 LTE RBS 6202 Maintenance 3 Customer Product Information and Tool Kits 0.25 Command Line Interface/Node Command Line Interface 1 Element Manager 1

75 RBS 6000 Overview LZU R4A Description The new RBS 6000 product family is the compact multi standard base stations used in GSM, WCDMA and LTE networks. The focus of this course is to cover all RBS models used by Ericsson in the current market. We will explain the RBS 6000 units, block diagram, technical specifications and optional units. Installation, operation and maintenance procedures will be briefly described. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Recognize and identify the main components of Radio Access Network, RBS Site Solutions and RBS 6000 basic functions 1.1 Give a high level overview on the GSM, WCDMA and LTE Network nodes 1.2 Introduce the RBS 6000 family 1.3 Discuss the migration and substitution scenarios 1.4 Describe the indoor and outdoor site support portfolio 1.5 Describe Distribution Frame (DF), Antenna near parts such as Tower Mounted Amplifier (TMA) and Remote Electrical Tilt Unit (RETU) 2 Describe on an overview level the RBS 6000 Platform and understand how Radio Access for various radio technologies is implemented in the RBS Understand the RBS 6000 Full Freedom, Hybrid Concept and the Unit migration 2.2 Describe the single, multi standard and mixed mode in RBS Describe on block level the Digital Unit and Radio Unit for GSM, WCDMA and LTE 2.4 Understand how CDMA is now added into RBS Understand the Transport Units such as the Site Integration Unit (SIU), Transport Connectivity Unit (TCU) and Indoor Pico Gateway (IPG 6440) 3 Detail the RBS 6000 portfolio for compact macro, full-size macro, main-remote and micro RBS 3.1 Describe the full size macro base station RBS Describe the compact outdoor macro base station RBS Describe the full size macro base station RBS Describe the compact indoor macro base station RBS Describe the compact main-remote base station RBS 6601 with Remote Radio Units (RRU) and Antenna Integrated Radio (AIR)

76 3.6 Describe the compact main-remote base station RBS 6301 and Describe the micro RBS 6501 and pico RBS Understand the site power for all RBS Outline the main Operation and Maintenance tools for RBS Understand HyperTerminal used as Command Line Interface, (COLI) 4.2 Understand Node Command Line Interface, (NCLI) 4.3 Understand the web browser Element Manager, (EM) 4.4 Understand the Operation and Maintenance Terminal, (OMT) Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: GSM System Survey, LZU Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU LTE/SAE - System Overview, LZU Or GSM Radio Network Overview (WBL), LZU WCDMA RAN Overview (WBL), LZU LTE/SAE in Nutshell (WBL), LZU RBS 6000 in a Nutshell (WBL), LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment.

77 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Introduction 0.5 Radio Access Network, RBS Site Solutions and RBS 6000 basic functions 1 RBS 6000 Platform 1 RBS RBS RBS RBS RBS Introduction 0.5

78 WCDMA RAN W12 IP Transport Network Design LZU R1A Description How does the Ericsson Transport Network use IP to carry user and control plane traffic? How are the various transport bearer Quality of Services (QoS) achieved using IP and Ethernet? How is link dimensioning performed when IP and Ethernet is used as an alternative to ATM and leased line? With the help of the WCDMA RAN W12 IP Transport Network Design course the attendees will learn how link dimensioning is performed when IP/Ethernet supporting one and more than one priority queue is used. This course is aimed at Network and Service Design Engineers with experience in ATM Transport Network Design who need to know how IP link dimensioning is performed. With the guidance of the instructor the mysteries of IP Transport Network design and dimensioning will be uncovered reducing wasted time back at work. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the IP Functionality of the W12 RAN Transport Network. 1.1 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN. 1.2 Explain the basic structure of an IP Packet and Ethernet frame. 1.3 Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is achieved using IP and Ethernet. 1.4 Explain the operation of the optional feature Unified ATM/IP Admission Control for Iub. 1.5 Explain the Soft congestion based on Iub algorithm and associated parameters. 1.6 Explain some of the basic IP topologies used in the W12 WCDMA RAN. 1.7 List the ETBs that support IP/Ethernet in the WCDMA RAN. 2 Perform IP link dimensioning for networks supporting only one priority queue. 2.1 Explain how the peak cell throughput is calculated based on the RBS configuration. 2.2 Explain how Over Dimensioning (OD) is used to calculate the NBAP and O&M capacity requirements. 2.3 Perform link dimensioning when only one priority queue is supported by the IP/Ethernet link. 3 Perform IP link dimensioning for networks supporting more than one priority queue. 3.1 Explain the differences between Best Effort (BE) and strict Quality of Service (QoS) traffic requirements. 3.2 Explain the Elastic Dimensioning principle used to calculate the capacity

79 requirement of BE traffic. 3.3 Explain how the Kaufman-Roberts (K-R) principle is used to calculate the capacity requirement of strict QoS traffic. 3.4 Explain the Joint Elastic Dimensioning principle used to calculate the combined capacity requirement of BE and strict QoS traffic sharing the same IP/Ethernet link. 3.5 Perform link dimensioning when more than one priority queue is supported by the IP/Ethernet link. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineers, Network Design Engineer. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA RAN W12 Transport Network System Techniques Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 days and 0 hours and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons with practical exercises using a PC running Excel. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day 1 Topics in the course IP Transport Network Functionality IP Link Dimensioning for 1 Priority Queue IP Link Dimensioning for more than 1 Priority Queue Estimated Time (hours) 2 1 3

80 WCDMA RAN HSPA Optimization LZU R1A Description What parameters affect the performance of HSPA in Ericsson's WCDMA RAN? What KPIs indicate how the HSPA functionality is performing and how it could be improved? Through the use of theory chapters and practical exercises, this course explains the areas in HSPA that can be optimized and how the student can go about doing the optimization. Each chapter of this course describes the relevant parameters and KPIs for a particular aspect of HSPA and how the parameters could be changed to best effect. Recommended Ericsson values for various parameters are also indicated. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe and optimize the basic HSPA parameters 1.1 Optimize the main parameters for basic HSDPA and their KPIs 1.2 Optimize the main parameters for Eul and their KPIs 1.3 Optimize the additional parameters for basic HSDPA and check the result in the KPIs 1.4 Optimize the additional parameters for Eul and check the result in the KPIs 2 Describe and optimize the parameters for HSPA Mobility and Traffic Management 2.1 Describe the main parameters for HSDPA Mobility and Traffic Management 2.2 Optimize the main parameters for Eul Mobility and Traffic Management 2.3 Optimize the additional parameters for HSDPA Mobility and Traffic Management 2.4 Optimize the additional parameters for Eul Mobility and Traffic Management 3 Describe and optimize the parameters for Channel Switching 3.1 Optimize the main parameters for HSPA Channel Switching 3.2 Optimize the parameters for Multi Carrier Inactivity 3.3 Optimize the additional parameters for HSPA Channel Switching 4 Describe and optimize the parameters for Downlink Power 4.1 Optimize the main parameters for HSDPA Downlink Power Allocation 4.2 Optimize the parameters for SRB on HS Power Setting 5 Describe and optimize the parameters for Capacity Management 5.1 Optimize the main parameters for HSPA Capacity Management 5.2 Optimize the additional parameters for HSPA Capacity Management 6 Describe and optimize the parameters for the HS Scheduler 6.1 Optimize the parameters for HSPA Scheduler Efficiency

81 6.2 Check if additional hardware is needed 7 Describe and optimize the parameters used for Advanced HSPA Optimization 7.1 Optimize the parameters for MIMO and 64QAM 7.2 Optimize the parameters for Eul 2ms 7.3 Optimize the parameters for Multi Carrier HSDPA 8 Describe Qos Strategies Optimizations in WRAN 8.1 Optimize the Qos related scheduling parameters 9 Describe and optimize End to End Performance 9.1 Optimize the TCP settings Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU WCDMA W12 Air Interface, LZU WCDMA RAN W12 Functionality, LZU WCDMA RAN W12 Protocols and Procedures, LZU Ericsson WCDMA W12 HSPA System Techniques, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom

82 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Basic HSPA Parameters 2 HSPA Mobility and Traffic Management 2 Channel Switching 1 Downlink Power 1 2 Capacity Management 1.5 HS Scheduler 1 Advanced Optimization 1.5 QoS Strategies 1 Optimizing End to End Performance 1

83 WCDMA RBS 6101 Field Maintenance LZU R3A Description This course is a task-based course covering hardware replacement and maintenance of the RBS 6101 standard node with RUW 01/02 and RUS 01 type (optional radio units for hybrid configuration such as RRUW, RRUS 02, RRUS 11, RRUS 12 and AIR 11/21 are available in the Appendix). The participants will perform hardware fault localization, hardware replacement and configuration tasks on a RBS 6101 type. On completion of this course the participants will also be familiar with the features of the operation and maintenance tools such as Element Manager (EM), COmmand Line Interface (COLI) and Node Command line Interface (NCLI). Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain on overview level the WCDMA RAN Site Concept for RBS 1.1 Explain the basic WCDMA Radio Access Network 1.2 Outline the RBS 6000 portfolio 1.3 Identify the RBS 6000 Support System, Radio Modules and Digital Units 1.4 Understand RBS 6000 Building Block and Hybrid configuration 1.5 Identify the Antenna System Controller, ASC 1.6 Identify and locate the Remote Electrical Tilt Unit, RETU 2 Perform maintenance and configuration tasks on the RBS 6101 nodes 2.1 Explain RBS 6101 Main features 2.2 Explain the RBS 6101 Hardware architecture 2.3 Identify the RBS 6101 Connection interfaces 2.4 Explain DUW Hardware architecture 2.5 Identify the DUW connection Interfaces 2.6 Explain the Battery Backup System Understand the RBS 6101 Maintenance procedures 2.8 Explain RBS 6101 Handling faulty equipment 3 Use the Customer Product Information (CPI) and Tool Kits 3.1 Explain the CPI library structure of the node 3.2 Find information in the CPI Library with use of regular expression 3.3 Find operational instructions (OPI) and maintain the node according to the OPI 3.4 Find additional information on an alarm and solve the problem with the help of the

84 CPI 3.5 Know that different tool kits exists and how to order the Tool Kits. 4 Connect to a node using COLI and also using NCLI 4.1 Understand basic commands using COLI and using NCLI 4.2 Have a basic understanding of the functionality and technology used in COLI and NCLI 4.3 Understand the basic principles behind the Managed Object Model (MOM) 4.4 Understand the file system in a CPP based node 4.5 Investigate the purpose and the location of the various types of logs. 5 Use the Element Manager 5.1 Download and start the Element Manager 5.2 Access and use the different Views ; Containment, ATM, Equipment, IP, Licensing, Radio Network and the Software. 5.3 Find the alarm list and comment on the Alarms and Events on the Alarm and Event Log 5.4 Access the property help feature from each window 5.5 Handling License Key Files, LKF 5.6 Explain how to format the node 5.7 Explain how to load the basic package software 5.8 Have a basic understanding of system upgrade 5.9 Explain backup handling Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU RBS 6000 Overview, LZU CPP Node Features and Functions, LZU WCDMA W12 Air Interface (optional), LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 8.

85 Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Course Introduction 0.25 WCDMA RAN Systems and Site Introduction 0.5 WCDMA RBS 6101 Maintenance 3 Customer Product Information and Tool Kits 0.25 Command Line Interface/Node Command Line Interface 1 Element Manager 1

86 WCDMA RBS 6102 Field Maintenance LZU R3A Description This course is a task-based course covering hardware replacement and maintenance of the RBS 6102 standard node with RUW 01/02 and RUS 01 type (optional radio units for hybrid configuration such as RRUW, RRUS 01, RRUS 02, RRUS 11, RRUS 12 and AIR 11/21 are available in the Appendix). The participants will perform hardware fault localization, hardware replacement and configuration tasks on a RBS 6102 type. On completion of this course the participants will also be familiar with the features of the operation and maintenance tools such as Element Manager (EM), COmmand Line Interface (COLI) and Node Command line Interface (NCLI). Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain on overview level the WCDMA RAN Site Concept for RBS 1.1 Explain the basic WCDMA Radio Access Network 1.2 Outline the RBS 6000 portfolio 1.3 Identify the RBS 6000 Support System, Radio Modules and Digital Units 1.4 Understand RBS 6000 Building Block and Hybrid configuration 1.5 Identify the Antenna System Controller, ASC 1.6 Identify and locate the Remote Electrical Tilt Unit, RETU 2 Perform maintenance and configuration tasks on the RBS 6102 nodes 2.1 Explain RBS 6102 Main features 2.2 Explain the RBS 6102 Hardware architecture 2.3 Identify the RBS 6102 Connection interfaces 2.4 Explain DUW Hardware architecture 2.5 Identify the DUW connection Interfaces 2.6 Explain the Battery Backup System Understand the RBS 6102 Maintenance procedures 2.8 Explain RBS 6102 Handling faulty equipment 3 Use the Customer Product Information (CPI) and Tool Kits 3.1 Explain the CPI library structure of the node 3.2 Find information in the CPI Library with use of regular expression 3.3 Find operational instructions (OPI) and maintain the node according to the OPI 3.4 Find additional information on an alarm and solve the problem with the help of the

87 CPI 3.5 Know that different tool kits exists and how to order the Tool Kits. 4 Connect to a node using COLI and also using NCLI 4.1 Understand basic commands using COLI and using NCLI 4.2 Have a basic understanding of the functionality and technology used in COLI and NCLI 4.3 Understand the basic principles behind the Managed Object Model (MOM) 4.4 Understand the file system in a CPP based node 4.5 Investigate the purpose and the location of the various types of logs. 5 Use the Element Manager 5.1 Download and start the Element Manager 5.2 Access and use the different Views ; Containment, ATM, Equipment, IP, Licensing, Radio Network and the Software. 5.3 Find the alarm list and comment on the Alarms and Events on the Alarm and Event Log 5.4 Access the property help feature from each window 5.5 Handling License Key Files, LKF 5.6 Explain how to format the node 5.7 Explain how to load the basic package software 5.8 Have a basic understanding of system upgrade 5.9 Explain backup handling Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU RBS 6000 Overview, LZU CPP Node Features and Functions, LZU WCDMA W12 Air Interface (optional), LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 8.

88 Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Course Introduction 0.25 WCDMA RAN Systems and Site Introduction 0.5 WCDMA RBS 6102 Maintenance 3 Customer Product Information and Tool Kits 0.25 Command Line Interface/Node Command Line Interface 1 Element Manager 1

89 WCDMA RBS 6201 Field Maintenance LZU R5A Description This course is a task-based course covering hardware replacement and maintenance of the RBS 6201 standard node with RUW 01/02 and RUS 01 type (optional radio units for hybrid configuration such as RRUW, RRUS 02, RRUS 11, RRUS 12 and AIR 11/21 are available in the Appendix). The participants will perform hardware fault localization, hardware replacement and configuration tasks on a RBS 6201 type. On completion of this course the participants will also be familiar with the features of the operation and maintenance tools such as Element Manager (EM), COmmand Line Interface (COLI) and Node Command line Interface (NCLI). Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain on overview level the WCDMA RAN Site Concept for RBS 1.1 Explain the basic WCDMA Radio Access Network 1.2 Outline the RBS 6000 portfolio 1.3 Identify the RBS 6000 Support System, Radio Modules and Digital Units 1.4 Understand RBS 6000 Building Block and Hybrid configuration 1.5 Identify the Antenna System Controller, ASC 1.6 Identify and locate the Remote Electrical Tilt Unit, RETU 2 Perform maintenance and configuration tasks on the RBS 6201 nodes 2.1 Explain RBS 6201 Main features 2.2 Explain the RBS 6201 Hardware architecture 2.3 Identify the RBS 6201 Connection interfaces 2.4 Explain DUW Hardware architecture 2.5 Identify the DUW connection Interfaces 2.6 Explain the Battery Backup System Understand the RBS 6201 Maintenance procedures 2.8 Explain RBS 6201 Handling faulty equipment 3 Use the Customer Product Information (CPI) and Tool Kits 3.1 Explain the CPI library structure of the node 3.2 Find information in the CPI Library with use of regular expression 3.3 Find operational instructions (OPI) and maintain the node according to the OPI 3.4 Find additional information on an alarm and solve the problem with the help of the

90 CPI 3.5 Know that different tool kits exists and how to order the Tool Kits. 4 Connect to a node using COLI and also using NCLI 4.1 Understand basic commands using COLI and using NCLI 4.2 Have a basic understanding of the functionality and technology used in COLI and NCLI 4.3 Understand the basic principles behind the Managed Object Model (MOM) 4.4 Understand the file system in a CPP based node 4.5 Investigate the purpose and the location of the various types of logs. 5 Use the Element Manager 5.1 Download and start the Element Manager 5.2 Access and use the different Views ; Containment, ATM, Equipment, IP, Licensing, Radio Network and the Software. 5.3 Find the alarm list and comment on the Alarms and Events on the Alarm and Event Log 5.4 Access the property help feature from each window 5.5 Handling License Key Files, LKF 5.6 Explain how to format the node 5.7 Explain how to load the basic package software 5.8 Have a basic understanding of system upgrade 5.9 Explain backup handling Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU RBS 6000 Overview, LZU CPP Node Features and Functions, LZU WCDMA W12 Air Interface (optional), LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 8.

91 Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Course Introduction 0.25 WCDMA RAN Systems and Site Introduction 0.5 WCDMA RBS 6201 Maintenance 3 Customer Product Information and Tool Kits 0.25 Command Line Interface/Node Command Line Interface 1 Element Manager 1

92 WCDMA RBS 6601 Field Maintenance LZU R4A Description This course is a task-based course covering hardware replacement and maintenance of the RBS 6601 standard node with RRUW/RRUS 01 type (optional radio units for hybrid configuration such as RRUS 02, RRUS 11, RRUS 12 and AIR 11/21 are available in the Appendix). The participants will perform hardware fault localization, hardware replacement and configuration tasks on a RBS 6601 type. On completion of this course the participants will also be familiar with the features of the operation and maintenance tools such as Element Manager (EM), COmmand Line Interface (COLI) and Node Command line Interface (NCLI). Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain on overview level the WCDMA RAN Site Concept for RBS 1.1 Explain the basic WCDMA Radio Access Network 1.2 Outline the RBS 6000 portfolio and Support System 1.3 Understand RBS 6000 Building Block and Hybrid configuration 1.4 Identify the Distribution Frame (DF) and the Site Support Unit 1.5 Identify the Antenna System Controller, (ASC) and the Remote Electrical Tilt Unit, (RETU) 2 Perform maintenance and configuration tasks on the RBS 6601 nodes 2.1 Explain RBS 6601 Main features 2.2 Explain the RBS 6601 Hardware architecture 2.3 Identify the RBS 6601 Connection interfaces 2.4 Explain DUW Hardware architecture 2.5 Identify the MU connection Interfaces 2.6 Explain the Battery Backup System Understand the RBS 6601 Maintenance procedures 2.8 Explain RBS 6601 Handling faulty equipment 3 Use the Customer Product Information (CPI) and Tool Kits 3.1 Explain the CPI Library structure of the node 3.2 Find information in the CPI Library with use of regular expression 3.3 Find operational instructions (OPI) and maintain the node according to the OPI 3.4 Find additional information on an alarm and solve the problem with the help of the

93 CPI 3.5 Know the different tool kits exist and how to order the Tool Kits 4 Connect to a node using COLI and also using NCLI 4.1 Understand basic commands using COLI and using NCLI 4.2 Have a basic understanding of the functionality and technology used in COLI and NCLI 4.3 Understand the basic principles behind the Managed Object Model (MOM) 4.4 Understand the file system in a CPP based node 4.5 Investigate the purpose and location of various types of logs 5 Use the Element manager (EM) 5.1 Download and start the Element Manager 5.2 Access and use the different Views ; Containment, ATM, Equipment, IP, Licensing, Radio Network and the Software. 5.3 Find the alarm list and comment on the Alarms and Events on the Alarm and Event Log 5.4 Access the property help feature from each window 5.5 Create a Customized View (User Defined) in Element Manager 5.6 Handling License Key Files, LKF 5.7 Explain how to format the node 5.8 Explain how to load the basic package software Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU RBS 6000 Overview, LZU CPP Node Features and Functions, LZU WCDMA W12 Air Interface (optional), LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both

94 classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Course Introduction 15 minutes WCDMA RBS 6601 Maintenance WCDMA RAN Systems and Site Introduction Customer Product Information and tool kits Command Line Interface/Node Command Line Interface Element Manager 3 hours 0.5 hour 15 minutes 1 hour 1 hour