Packet Core Network 2017 Training Programs. Catalog of Course Descriptions

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1 Packet Core Network 2017 Training Programs Catalog of Course Descriptions

2 Catalog of Course Descriptions INTRODUCTION... 4 PACKET CORE ENHANCEMENTS FOR INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT)... 5 TRANSFORMING FROM NATIVE TO VIRTUAL EPC - LIVE VIRTUAL... 8 VIRTUAL EPC OVERVIEW...10 VIRTUAL EPC NETWORK SERVICES...12 EPG 1 OVERVIEW...14 EPG 1 OPERATION, CONFIGURATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING...17 SAPC 17A OVERVIEW...21 SAPC 1 OPERATION, CONFIGURATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING...24 SGSN-MME 1 OVERVIEW...27 SGSN-MME 1 ADMINISTRATION...30 SGSN-MME 1 CONFIGURATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING...34 PACKET CORE IN WI-FI CALLING SOLUTION...38 WI-FI MOBILITY GATEWAY (WMG) 1 OVERVIEW...40 WI-FI MOBILITY GATEWAY (WMG) 1 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION...43 VWMG OVERVIEW...46 Commercial in Confidence 2

3 WMG 16 (NATIVE & VIRTUAL) OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION...48 HSS-FE 1 (VIRTUAL) OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION FOR EPC...51 HSS-FE AND HSS/SLF 17 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION FOR EPC...54 IPWORKS 1 (VIRTUAL) OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE FOR EPC...57 EPG 1 ONLINE DELTA...60 EPG 1 DELTA...63 SGSN-MME 1 DELTA...66 SGSN-MME 1 ONLINE DELTA...68 SGSN-MME 1 DELTA 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. The delivery of the Learning Products is realized by various Services: Icon Service Instructor Led Training (ILT) Virtual Classroom Training (VCT) elearning (WBL) Workshop (WS) Short Article (SA) Structured Knowledge Transfer (SKT) mlearning Job duty analysis (JDA) Competence GAP Analysis (CGA)

5 Packet Core Enhancements for Internet of Things (IoT) LZU R1A Description Do you want to know about the enhancements introduced in the Ericsson Virtual Evolved Packet Core (vepc) relating to Internet of things (IoT) technology? This course is ideal for the technical staff who need to update their knowledge on the IoT features and enhancements introduced in SGSN-MME, EPG and SAPC. Participants will explore the configuration activities in IoT and review the IoT related protocols and interfaces. The course focuses on IoT processes which take place between the enb and MME, between MME and SGW, between MME and HSS and between SAPC and EPG. The course describes details of the Ericsson Packet Core IoT solution, which is based on new 3GPP standard technologies including NB-IoT, Cat-M1 and EC-GSM-IoT. The course also explains the interaction between the IoT Accelerator and the Packet Core and provides an overview of the Ericsson Network Manager (ENM) and of the Core Network Operations Manager (CNOM). Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the Virtual Evolved Packet Core (vepc) 1.1 Explain the Internet of Things (IoT) solution. 1.2 Outline the vepc deployments. 1.3 List the IoT Value Packages. 2 Outline some virtual application categories in an IoT environment. 2.1 Review the Ericsson CEE main categories. 2.2 Describe the Ericsson ECM main categories. 2.3 Explain the resilience and scaling in vepg, vmme and vsapc. 2.4 Explain the Ericsson Virtual Router. 3 Explain the main IoT processes on the S1-MME interface and show configuration activities such as feature activation and the configuration needed in the context of the feature. 3.1 Explain the IoT/M2M low complexity UE Support and the handling of NB-IoT RAT 3.2 Outline the extended coverage concept in GSM and LTE 3.3 Describe the UE Power Saving Mode (PSM) for GSM and for LTE 3.4 Outline the Extended Idle Mode Discontinuous Reception (edrx) in LTE and in GSM

6 3.5 Explain the configurable battery saving 3.6 Describe the lower bound for periodic TAU timer 3.7 Outline the adaptive paging and the High Latency Communication (HLCOM) 4 Explain the main IoT processes on the interfaces S11, S1-U, S5/S8, SGs and Gx and show configuration activities such as feature activation and the configuration needed in the context of the feature. 4.1 Explain the RAT Type NB-IoT and the S11-U Data over NAS (DoNAS) support in EPG 4.2 Describe the Non-IP based DoNAS and the DoNAS Short Message (SMS) Support over the SGs Interface 4.3 Outline the DDN Throttling in MME and EPG 4.4 Explain the Virtual Service Forwarder (VSFO) 4.5 Describe the Dedicated Core Network (DECOR) and the concept of network slice 4.6 Outline the SGW GTP-C load control information from SGW to MME 5 List the main operation, fault management, performance management and basic troubleshooting activities in a IoT environment. 5.1 Explain the fault management. 5.2 List the main log files. 5.3 Describe the main troubleshooting toots, such as UE Trace, Integrated Traffic Capturing (ITC) and Event-Based Monitoring (EBM). 6 Describe the overall functionality of the Ericsson Network Manager (ENM) support for vmme, vepg and vsapc. 6.1 List the features of the Application Launcher 6.2 Describe the main tools of ENM. 6.3 Explain at a high level the ENM features for Fault Management (FM) and Performance Management (PM) and Configuration Management (CM) 6.4 List the networks elements supported by ENM 6.5 Explain the advantages of the Core Network Operation and Maintenance (CNOM) Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, System Technician, System Engineer, System AdministratorNetwork Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, System Technician, System Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: SGSN-MME 1 Administration LZU SGSN-MME 1 Configuration & Troubleshooting LZU EPG 1 Operation, Configuration & Troubleshooting LZU SAPC 1 Operation, Configuration and Troubleshooting LZU Foundation Series - Ericsson Cloud Execution Environment (CEE) - LZU Commercial in Confidence 6

7 Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation The course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in 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 Introduction and IoT Value Packages 6 2 IoT processes configuration 6 3 IoT processes configuration 3 3 IoT operation, fault management, performance management and troubleshooting tools. 3 Commercial in Confidence 7

8 Transforming from Native to Virtual EPC - live virtual LZU R1A Description Today operators are looking forward to migrate the existing native solution to the virtualized one and facing the challenge to understand the actual impact of it. This course helps to understand the benefits of the virtualization and discuss about the impacts of its implementation in the network. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the existing Native Solution 1.1 Recall the EPC Solution 1.2 State different network elements and their functionality 2 Explore the Virtual EPC Solution 2.1 Explain the architecture of virtual EPC solution 2.2 Identify the different components and their functionalities 3 Outline the differences and impact of the virtualization 3.1 List the differences in virtual and native solution 3.2 Determine the impact of implementing Virtual EPC Network Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Basic knowledge of native EPC network will be useful for better understanding. Commercial in Confidence 8

9 Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 hours spread over 1 session and the maximum number of participants is 12. Learning situation This course is based on interactive theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a live virtual classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants. The time for covering the topics which is stated below can be used as an estimate. Session Topics in the course Time (min) Introduce the Native EPC Solution 60 1 Elaborate the architecture of Virtual Solution 60 Identify the impact of the virtualization 60 Commercial in Confidence 9

10 Virtual EPC Overview LZU R3A Description This course highlights the technical descriptions and offerings of Virtual EPC (vepc) and remarks the advantages of working in vepc Network. You will learn the overview of Ericsson's vepc VNFs (Virtual Network Function) implementation architecture and understand the main architectural concepts when deploying EPC applications in a cloud environment. In short, this course will take you through the first steps in the virtualization journey for EPC. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Underline the Evolved Packet Core Network 1.1 Identify the Evolved Packet Core Network 1.2 Differentiate between EPC Control Plane and User Plane 1.3 Discuss the vepc Solution 1.4 Recognize the benefits of vepc solution 2 Describe the vepc and its components 2.1 Identify the main elements of the Cloud Execution Environment (CEE) 2.2 Indicate the role of the Ericsson Cloud Manager (ECM) 2.3 List the main steps when adding a VNF into a CEE 2.4 Investigate the architecture of vepc in cloud solution 2.5 State the vepc Implementation 2.6 Determine the vepg architecture in vepc Network 2.7 Recognize the vsgsn-mme architecture 2.8 Restate the vsapc architecture in vepc Network 2.9 Illustrate the vwmg architecture in vepc Network 3 List the network services of vepc Solution 3.1 Describe the Ericsson's vepc for Internet of things IoT, meaning the solution for IoT services which consists of vepg, vsapc and vsgsn-mme VNFs 3.2 Explain the Ericsson's Distributed MBB broadband 3.3 Explain other network services of vepc Business Solution

11 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Engineer, Field Technician, System Administrator, Network Design Engineer, Service Planning Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: General technical understanding of Packet Core (SGSN-MME, EPG-S, SAPC, WMG), IMS and Cloud willl be required for better understanding of the course. Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This is an Instructor Led Training (ILT) course 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) Introduction of Virtual Evolved Packet Core 2 1 Ericsson s vepc offering and architecture 3 Key Network services of vepc 1 Commercial in Confidence 11

12 Virtual EPC Network Services LZU R1A Description Ericsson virtual Evolved Packet Core provides tested and validated solutions addressing a large number of vertical use-cases. It enables an unprecedented scalability and flexibility from small-scale local deployments, with EPC in-a-box, to large-scale datacenter deployments. This means that virtual Evolved Packet Core can be deployed in large centralized datacenters but also distributed close to the radio network. This course will help you to understand the highlights and detail technical descriptions of different network services offered by Virtual EPC (vepc) network, its advantages, different deployment scenario, offered value packages. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Underline the Virtual Evolved Packet Core Network 1.1 Identify the Evolved Packet Core Network 1.2 Discuss the Virtual EPC Solution 1.3 Recognize the benefits of Virtual EPC solution 2 Illustrate the Internet of Things (IoT) Solution 2.1 IoT is a Different Business 2.2 Elaborate the Benefits of IoT 2.3 Recognize different value package of IoT 3 Differentiate the network services for implementing Distributed MBB 3.1 Investigate the vepc Distributed Mobile Broadband 3.2 State different value package of Distributed Mobile Broadband 4 Evaluate Virtual EPC Enterprise Solution 4.1 What is the different functions supported in Enterprise solution 4.2 Explain the benefits of Enterprise solution 5 Explore the MVNO Solution 5.1 Elaborate the market opportunity of MVNO 6 Inspect the Mobile Broadband Solution 6.1 List the different deployment options of MBB Solution 6.2 State the benefits of MBB

13 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Engineer, Field Technician, System Administrator, Network Design Engineer, Service Planning Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Virtual EPC Overview -LZU R1A 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 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) Introduction of Virtual EPC Network 1.0 Elaborate Internet of Things (IoT) Discuss Distributed Mobile Broadband (DMBB) 1.0 Explain vepc Enterprise Solution 1.0 State the MVNO Solution 1.0 Inspect Mobile Broad Band (MBB) 1.0 Commercial in Confidence 13

14 EPG 1 Overview LZU R1A Description EPG supports modern mobile networks with new and enhanced functionalities for GSM, WCDMA and LTE Accesses. EPG 1 can be deployed both as a native node as well as Virtual Network Function (VNF). If you are interested to know how Ericsson's native and virtual EPG 1 is working as a gateway between Mobile Packet Core network and other Packet Data Networks, such as the internet, corporate intranet and private data networks, then this is the right course for you. This course provides an overview of native and virtual EPG 1 functions, features and its O&M aspects. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 7 Discuss the EPG implementation in the EPC network and its functions 7.1 Explain the role of EPG in the GPRS and EPC networks 7.2 List SGW & PGW functionalities and how they work 7.3 Discuss various interfaces related to EPG and the protocols used 7.4 Introduce the functions and services provided by the EPG, with concepts such as bearer activation, session management procedures, and basic functions of EPG 7.5 List the highlighted features of EPG 1 8 Explain the native EPG system architecture 8.1 Highlight the EPG hardware architecture (SSR8020 & SSR8010) 8.2 Explore the new line card supporting 200 GB capacity and the second generation switch cards introduced in EPG 8.3 Evaluate the improvements in capacity and user session throughput in EPG Describe the EPG platform and software architecture 8.5 Explain the scale out functionality in EPG 1 9 Describe the virtual EPG as a VNF and its benefits 9.1 Explain the market and technical driving forces behind virtual EPG 9.2 Introduce the concept of virtualization, cloud and NFV 9.3 Discuss the vepg architecture and its positioning in vepc solution 9.4 List the deployment options for virtual EPG Outline the failure handling in virtual EPG1 10 Identify Operation & Maintenance (O&M) procedures on native and virtual EPG 10.1 List some of the supporting nodes for the EPG within the O&M network Commercial in Confidence 14

15 10.2 Identify some of the various tools available for Operation & Maintenance (O&M) 10.3 Explain some basic management topics such as configuration management, fault and performance management 10.4 Discuss the software management and back up procedure in virtual EPG Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: EPC System Survey (LZU ) Virtual EPC Overview (LZU ) For virtual EPG : Basic knowledge of cloud and virtualization is required. Recommended to attend below courses: Ericsson Cloud System Overview - LZU Foundation Series - Ericsson Cloud Execution Environment (CEE)- 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 given in classroom environment Commercial in Confidence 15

16 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 EPG Introduction 2 EPG Architecture 1.5 Virtual EPG 1.5 Operation and Maintenance 1 Commercial in Confidence 16

17 EPG 1 Operation, Configuration and Troubleshooting LZU R1A Description The Evolved Packet Gateway (EPG) 1 includes new functions for Serving Gateway (SGW), Packet Data Network Gateway (PGW) and GPRS Gateway Support Node (GGSN). EPG 1 can be deployed both as a native node and as a Virtual Network Function (VNF) included in Ericsson's vepc solution. This course is recommended for those who want to build competence in configuring, operating and troubleshooting both native and virtual EPG 1. EPG 1 Operation, Configuration and Troubleshooting course helps participants to understand day to day operations, configuring the EPG SSR system and EPG VNF, its interfaces, routing and security management. Furthermore, participants learn about methods and tools available in EPG to troubleshoot and rectify issues quickly and effectively. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Review the basic concepts of EPG and its architecture 1.1 Explain the functions and services provided by the EPG, with concepts such as bearer activation and session Management procedures 1.2 Explain the native EPG System architecture in terms of platform and application software 1.3 Discuss the hardware EPG architecture and list the different cards supported in SSR 8020 and SSR Explore the new line card supporting 200 GB capacity and the second-generation switch cards introduced in EPG Explain the latest enhancement/features available in EPG 1 2 Discuss Ericsson's Virtual EPG 1 architecture in cloud solution 2.1 Discuss high level vepc architecture and key features of vepc Solution like IoT, distributed MBB Broadband 2.2 Detail the role of Ericsson Cloud Execution Environment (CEE) and Ericsson Cloud Manager (ECM) 2.3 Explain the vepg architecture and its deployment in cloud architecture 2.4 Elaborate the resilience mechanism available in virtual EPG 2.5 Describe high level network configurability for virtual EPG 2.6 Outline the failure handling in vepg1

18 3 Explain and perform basic Operations for native and virtual EPG Explain the basic IPOS software components 3.2 Navigate through EPG CLI and configure basic system properties 3.3 Discuss the EPG configuration flows and command mode hierarchy 3.4 Configuring cards, management port and administrator access in EPG 3.5 Show how to monitor basic system operations 3.6 Discuss logging mechanisms available for identifying faults in EPG 3.7 Explain Event Base Monitoring (EBM) for performance monitoring and troubleshooting in EPG 3.8 Run through various toolbox commands available to monitor and troubleshoot EPG 3.9 Illustrate how UE Trace and ITC trace is useful in troubleshooting 4 Perform platform related configurations such as context creation, routing and security in native and virtual EPG 4.1 Explain the concept of contexts, bindings and interfaces in EPG 4.2 Configure physical interfaces such as port, VLAN tagging in EPG 4.3 Perform configurations related to routing such as protocols, metrics and links 4.4 Show different security configurations available on EPG such as packet filtering and Access Control Lists (ACLs) 5 Configure EPG services like SGW & PGW Interfaces, APN, Radius, QoS and charging related Configuration 5.1 Explain the functionalities of the serving gateway and steps to configure the SGW Interfaces like S11, S5, S8, S4 and S1-U 5.2 Administer the configurations involved to configure the PDN gateway and the interfaces involved such as Gn, S5/S8, and SGi 5.3 Illustrate how to perform Access Point Names (APNs), Radius, QoS and charging related confirmation for the EPG 6 Identify Operation & Maintenance procedures on native and virtual EPG Run commands to view new alarms related to the EPG running in the serving & PDN gateway role 6.2 Execute commands for displaying status information on the EPG running EPC services 6.3 Describe the EPG toolbox (Support Package, EPG versions, EPG Health check KPIs, UE Trace tools) and enhanced ITC trace functionality 6.4 Explain the software management and backup procedure in EPG 7 Introduction to EPG/vEPG tools available for troubleshooting 7.1 Discuss logging mechanisms available for identifying faults in EPG 7.2 Explain Event Base Monitoring (EBM) for performance monitoring and troubleshooting in EPG 7.3 Run through various toolbox commands available to monitor and troubleshoot EPG 7.4 Illustrate how UE Trace and ITC are used in troubleshooting Commercial in Confidence 18

19 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, System Technician, System Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: EPC System Survey - LZU EPG 1 Overview - LZU For Virtual EPG: Virtual EPC (vepc) Overview - LZU Ericsson Cloud System Overview - LZU Foundation Series - Ericsson Cloud Execution Environment (CEE) - LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This is an Instructor Led Training (ILT) course based on theoretical and practical instructorled lessons given both in a classroom and technical environment, using equipment and tools which can be accessed remotely Commercial in Confidence 19

20 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 EPG Introduction 4 EPG Architecture 2 CLI Basics 2 2 Platform Level Configurations 2 Exercises 2 EPG Services Configurations 2 3 Operation & Maintenance 2 Exercises 2 4 EPG Troubleshooting 3 Exercises 3 Commercial in Confidence 20

21 SAPC 17A Overview LZU R1A Description Service-Aware Policy Controller (SAPC) is the new Ericsson Policy Controller. It is the evolution of the Ericsson Classic SAPC product, the multi-access standard-compliant (3GPP PCC, BBF BPCF) Ericsson Policy Server, towards a Linux-based SW architecture. SAPC addresses a broad set of policy needs expanding from Telecom operators (paving the path towards 5G NFV/Cloud based networks) to new Industry and Society customers. The same SAPC software can be deployed as a native Physical Node Function (PNF), also called Classical SAPC, or as a Virtualized Network Function (VNF) on a NFV/Cloud infrastructure (called Virtual SAPC). If you want to discover the new features available in SAPC 17A release, including both the classical solution and the cloud solution, then this course is for you. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the Ericsson SAPC 17A. 1.1 Explain the market and technical driving forces behind SAPC17A. 1.2 Identify the main elements in SAPC/vSAPC 17A Reference Models for Mobile Deployments, Fixed Deployments, BSS/OSS integration and Enforcement/APP Interfaces. 1.3 Describe the hardware supported by SAPC 17A 1.4 Describe the software architecture of SAPC/vSAPC 1.5 Explain the software upgrade path. 2 Describe the SAPC/vSAPC Information Model. 2.1 Explain the main static configuration categories such as subscriber, group, service. 2.2 Identify the main dynamic configuration categories such as locators. Resources, context, policies and rules. 2.3 Describe the policy evaluation in SAPC/vSAPC. 3 Describe the vsapc 17A as a VNF. 3.1 Identify the main elements in the Cloud Solution. 3.2 List the Deployment options for vsapc. 3.3 List the benefits of vsapc. 3.4 Describe the supported vepc VNS. 4 Identify the main traffic cases related to SAPC/vSAPC. Commercial in Confidence 21

22 4.1 Explain the Subscriber Management. 4.2 Describe the Fair Usage policies. 5 Identify the main features related to SAPC/vSAPC. 5.1 Describe the Session Aware Geographical Redundancy. 5.2 Describe the Fair Usage policies. 5.3 Explain the PPC-based NETLOC 5.4 Describe the REST API for provisioning 5.5 Explain the Policy Studio. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Engineer, Field Technician, System Administrator, Network Design Engineer, Service Planning Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: EPC System Survey, LZU For the virtual SAPC Virtual EPC Overview LZU Ericsson Cloud System Overview LZU Foundation Series Ericsson Cloud Execution Environment (CEE) LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This is an Instructor Led Training (ILT) course based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given both in a classroom environment. Commercial in Confidence 22

23 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 1 SAPC Overview 0.5 SAPC/vSAPC Information Model 1 vsapc 17A as a VNF. 0.5 SAPC/vSAPC Traffic Cases 1 SAPC/vSAPC features 2 Commercial in Confidence 23

24 SAPC 1 Operation, Configuration and Troubleshooting LZU R1A Description Mobile broadband is taking off and moving forward to LTE era and Cloud Solutions. It is very important to understand the Fair Usage Policy Control, QoS, Access Policy Control and VoLTE traffic cases. You may need to operate and configure the main equipment in order to manage all these new characteristics using a Classical SAPC or a virtual SAPC. The SAPC 1 Operation and Configuration course is recommended for those who are working with operation and configuration tasks related to the SACC solution. It defines how SAPC provides centralized policy management for access control and QoS control per subscriber, service and bearer basis according to the 3GPP Policy Charging and Control (PCC) architecture. This course includes the main operation, maintenance and configuration activities in release 1 using both Physical Node Function (PNF) and/or VNF (Virtual Node Function). Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the SAPC solutions 1.1 Explain the SAPC 1 reference model. 1.2 Describe the SAPC main functions. 1.3 Explain the SAPC interfaces and their protocols. 1.4 Describe the main features in SAPC release 1. 2 Describe the SAPC architecture 2.1 Describe the classical SAPC 1 architecture. 2.2 Describe the virtual SAPC 1 architecture. 3 List the main operation activities in SAPC Execute the SAPC operation: logging management, fault management, performance management. 3.2 Work on OAM tools for SAPC. 3.3 Interpret the CM connection and GUI in SAPC 3.4 Explain the SAPC backup and restore 4 Describe the SAPC 1 configuration 4.1 Operate and perform the SAPC 1 configuration 4.2 Modify rules and conditions in the SAPC 4.3 Create services (static, dynamic) in SAPC to be installed in PCEF 4.4 Explain the Policy Studio.

25 5 Describe the main SAPC troubleshooting activities. 5.1 Explain the non-graphical tools available for troubleshooting. 5.2 Describe the main log files when troubleshooting. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites For the Classical SAPC: EPC System Survey LZU BSP 8100 Operation & Maintenance, LZU Basic knowledge on Unix, Cisco SCE, Cisco BRAS and Juniper CRAS configurations or equivalents For the Virtual SAPC: Virtual EPC Overview LZU Ericsson Cloud System Overview LZU Foundation Series Ericsson Cloud Execution Environment (CEE) LZU Basic knowledge on Unix, Cisco SCE, Cisco BRAS and Juniper CRAS configurations or equivalents 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. Commercial in Confidence 25

26 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 to SAPC 3 SAPC Architecture 3 2 SAPC Operation 3 SAPC Configuration 3 3 SAPC Configuration 4 SAPC Troubleshooting tips 2 Commercial in Confidence 26

27 SGSN-MME 1 Overview LZU R1A Description SGSN-MME supports modern mobile networks with new and enhanced functionalities for GSM, WCDMA and LTE Accesses. SGSN-MME 1 can be deployed both as a native node as well as Virtual Network Function (VNF). This course is designed to provide an overview of Ericsson SGSN-MME. If you want to know about Ericsson's native and virtual SGSN-MME 1 architecture, features and O&M aspects, then this is the course for you. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explore the concepts and terminologies used within the mobile networks 1.1 Define the EPS and GPRS network architecture, along with the concepts such as mobility and session management, authentication, and security, among others 1.2 Explain the role of SGSN-MME in the GPRS and EPC networks 1.3 Recognize some general call flows involved in both the EPS and GPRS environments 1.4 Explain the different protocols used within mobile networks for data transport 1.5 List the highlighted features of SGSN-MME 1 2 Identify the major components of the native SGSN-MME architecture 2.1 Analyze the SGSN-MME and how it is built on the Ericsson Wireless Packet Platform (WPP) architecture 2.2 Identify the software architecture of the SGSN-MME and how it relates to the features and functions of the node 2.3 List the different hardware components of the SGSN-MME in the MkVIII and MkX hardware family 3 Introduce virtual SGSN-MME in vepc network and its benefits 3.1 Explain vepc architecture in the cloud solution and key features of vepc solution 3.2 Introduce Ericsson's virtual SGSN-MME 1 in cloud solution 3.3 List the benefits of virtual SGSN-MME over native solution 4 Review the Operation & Maintenance (O&M) aspects of the SGSN-MME 4.1 List some of the supporting nodes for the SGSN-MME within the O&M network 4.2 Identify some of the various tools available for Operation & Maintenance. 4.3 Discuss some basic management topics such as configuration management, fault management and performance management

28 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: EPC System Survey (LZU ) Virtual EPC Overview (LZU ) For Virtual SGSN-MME: Basic knowledge of cloud and virtualization is required. Recommended to attend below courses: Ericsson Cloud System Overview - LZU Foundation Series - Ericsson Cloud Execution Environment (CEE)- 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 given in a classroom environment Commercial in Confidence 28

29 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 Packet Core Network overview 2 SGSN-MME Architecture 1.5 Virtual SGSN-MME 1.5 Operation and Maintenance 1 Commercial in Confidence 29

30 SGSN-MME 1 Administration LZU R1A Description SGSN-MME 1 can be deployed both as a native node as well as Virtual Network Function (VNF). The SGSN-MME 1 administration course provides participants with the competence to operate and maintain both native and virtual SGSN-MME 1 efficiently. If you want to know how to perform operation and administration activities like fault management, security management, software management and performance management on both native and virtual SGSN-MME, then this is the right course for you. The course also illustrates Ericsson's virtual SGSN-MME architecture and its deployment in a cloud solution. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the main procedures in SGSN-MME 1.1 Recognize the basic SGSN-MME architecture, its functions and interfaces 1.2 Outline the functionality of SGSN-MME in different implementations 1.3 Describe basic procedures handled by SGSN-MME such as session management, mobility management and Quality of Service (QoS) handling 1.4 Recognize some general call flows handled by SGSN-MME in GPRS and EPC Networks 1.5 Explain the highlighted features of SGSN-MME 1 2 Describe the details of native SGSN-MME system architecture 2.1 Explain the software architecture of SGSN-MME MKVIII and MkX 2.2 Understand the hardware architecture of SGSN-MME MKVIII and MkX and its different components 2.3 Introduce the automatic health check function in SSGN-MME and its components 3 Discuss the virtual SGSN-MME architecture in cloud solution 3.1 Introduce the concept of cloud and virtualization 3.2 Identify the main elements in cloud solution 3.3 Understand the high level vepc architecture and its key features 3.4 Describe the vsgsn-mme 1 as a Virtual Network Function (VNF) 3.5 List the benefits of virtual SGSN-MME 4 Explain the resilience in native and virtual SGSN-MME Discuss the session resilience and redundancy mechanisms available in native and virtual SGSN-MME Commercial in Confidence 30

31 4.2 Explain the procedure of Application Processor (AP) takeover and Device Processor (DP) takeover 4.3 Outline the failure handling in vsgsn-mme 4.4 Identify automatic recovery functions and overload protection mechanisms in SGSN- MME 4.5 Describe the Traffic Mix Optimization (TMO) functionality 5 Explain the various management domains in SGSN-MME and how to handle fault management procedures 5.1 Identify the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) architecture and various management domains in SGSN-MME 5.2 Perform fault management on SGSN-MME using Command Line Interface (CLI) 5.3 Identify the severity of a fault in the SGSN-MME and act according to the escalation procedure 5.4 Describe the concept of log management in SGSN-MME 6 Perform the configuration management in SGSN-MME 6.1 Explain how to perform basic node management using the CLI 6.2 Explore configuration management domain using ALEX and the CLI 7 Execute the performance management tasks in SGSN-MME 7.1 Review the concepts of performance management types and create performance management jobs and understand their practical use 7.2 Explain Event Based Monitoring (EBM) feature for performance monitoring 8 Conduct the security management tasks in SGSN-MME 8.1 Explain the concepts of security management, perform basic security management, perform user management and assign tailored roles for different users 9 Illustrate the software management tasks in SGSN-MME and virtual SGSN-MME 1 deployment procedure 9.1 Perform system administration tasks on the SGSN-MME 9.2 Identify different ways of handling software configurations and create software configurations 9.3 Describe enhanced SGSN-MME software upgrade procedure 9.4 Discuss the virtual SGSN-MME deployment procedure 9.5 Describe SGSN-MME license management 10 Explain the support systems for managing native and virtual SGSN-MME Describe the key functions of the OSS/ENM in managing native and virtual SGSN- MME 10.2 Understand and run the updated backup and restore procedure in SGSN-MME 10.3 Identify the various tools available in OSS/ENM for software management, fault management and performance management Commercial in Confidence 31

32 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Field Technician, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: SGSN-MME 1 Overview LZU For native SGSN-MME: EPC System Survey - LZU For Virtual SGSN-MME: Virtual EPC Overview - LZU Ericsson Cloud System Overview - LZU Foundation Series - Ericsson Cloud Execution Environment (CEE)- 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. Commercial in Confidence 32

33 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 2 1 Native SGSN-MME architecture 2 Virtual SGSN-MME architecture 2 Resilience 1 2 Fault Management & Log Management 3 Configuration Management Security Management 3 Performance Management 3 Software Management 3 Support functions 3 Commercial in Confidence 33

34 SGSN-MME 1 Configuration and Troubleshooting LZU R1A Description SGSN-MME 1 can be deployed both as a native node, with support for MkVIII/MkX platform to secure high capacity needs and as a Virtual Network Function (VNF) included in Ericsson s virtual Evolved Packet Core (vepc) solution. If you want to build competence in configuring, operating and troubleshooting both native and virtual SGSN-MME 1, then this is the right course for you. Several configuration areas related to all interfaces; DNS, NTP, Wi-Fi integration and virtual SGSN-MME implementation, are covered for a comprehensive insight. Furthermore, this course provides methods and guidelines to troubleshoot SGSN-MME and rectify issues quickly and effectively. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Review the basic concepts of packet core network and the role of SGSN-MME 1.1 Explain the role of SGSN-MME in the GPRS and EPC networks 1.2 Identify SGSN-MME interfaces and protocols used 1.3 Discuss basic mobility management and session management procedures 1.4 List the highlighted features of SGSN-MME Introduce the common configuration related to SGSN-MME 2 Explain the software and hardware configuration of native SGSN-MME 2.1 Explain the software architecture of native SGSN-MME using MKVIII and MkX Hardware 2.2 Discuss the hardware architecture of native SGSN-MME MKVIII and MkX and its different components 2.3 List the various Plug In Unit (PIU) roles in SGSN-MME 3 Discuss Ericsson's virtual SGSN-MME 1 architecture in a cloud solution 3.1 Determine the high level vepc architecture and key features of vepc Solution like IoT, distributed Mobile Broadband (MBB) 3.2 Describe the virtual SGSN-MME 1 architecture 3.3 Review the role of Ericsson's Cloud Execution Environment (CEE) and Ericsson Cloud Manager (ECM) 3.4 Discuss the virtual SGSN-MME implementation in cloud architecture 4 Describe the concept of IP services and the routing mechanisms used for IP over Ethernet configuration in native and virtual SGSN-MME

35 4.1 Introduce the concept of IP services and usage of service IP address in the concerned networks 4.2 Explain the concept of DSCP marking 4.3 Explain the routing methods and protocols supported in native SGSN-MME and virtual SGSN-MME Outline high level network configurability for virtual SGSN-MME Review the packet filtering rules and policies 4.6 Configure the external interfaces based on IP/ETH 4.7 Configure static and dynamic routing protocols 5 Configure and maintain the Gb over IP interface 5.1 Explain the concept, advantages and network impact of Gb over IP 5.2 Explain the concept of dynamic configuration for Gb over IP and related procedures 5.3 Configure and verify Gb over IP interface 6 Configure non-sctp based interfaces like Gom, Gn, S3, S4, S11, S10, U2 and U1a 6.1 Explain the functionality of Gom, Gn, S11, S10, S3, S16, S4, U2 and U1a interfaces 6.2 Outline the usage of IP addresses in Gn, S11, S10, S3, S1, S4, U2 and U1a related networks 7 Configure and maintain SCTP based Interface S1-MME, SGs and SBc 7.1 Explain the concept of the control plane (S1-MME) and user plane (S1-U) in S1 interface 7.2 Explain the S1-AP and NAS procedures 7.3 State the SCTP usage in S1-MME interface 7.4 Configure and verify S1-MME interface 7.5 Outline the functionality of SBc and SGs Interface 7.6 Configure and verify the SBc and SGs interfaces 8 Configure diameter based interfaces in SGSN-MME like S6a, Sx and S Explain diameter protocol and diameter configurations 8.2 Describe the functionality of S6a, S13 and Sx interface and the protocol used 8.3 Explain the signaling procedures performed in the S6a, S13 and Sx interface 8.4 Indicate the usage of SCTP in the S6a interface 8.5 Configure and verify S6a, S13 and Sx Interface 9 Configure Domain Name Service (DNS) and Network Time Protocol (NTP) connectivity in SGSN-MME 9.1 State the concept of using DNS and configure DNS 9.2 Explain the usage of NTP in the network and configure NTP 10 Explain troubleshooting methods and tools available in SGSN-MME 10.1 Discuss Event Based Monitoring (EBM) functionality and the usage of EBM logs for troubleshooting mobility and session management related issues 10.2 Run through the various toolbox commands available in SGSN-MME useful for troubleshooting 10.3 Resolve subscriber related issues with CLI commands and UE trace functionality 10.4 Identify and troubleshoot interface faults using CLI commands and Integrated Traffic Capture (ITC) trace Commercial in Confidence 35

36 Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Engineer, Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Planning Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: EPC System Survey - LZU SGSN-MME 1 Administration - LZU For virtual SGSN-MME: Virtual EPC Overview - LZU Ericsson Cloud System Overview - LZU Foundation Series - Ericsson Cloud Execution Environment (CEE)- 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. Commercial in Confidence 36

37 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 3 1 SGSN-MME Architecture 1.5 Virtual SGSN-MME 1.5 IP services and IP over Ethernet configuration 2 2 Routing solution in MkVIII and MkX 2 Configuring Gb Interface 1 Configuration of non-sctp based interfaces Configuration of S1-MME interface 3 SBc and SG interface Configuration 3 Configuration of Diameter based interfaces like S6a, Sx and S13 DNS and NTP Configuration SGSN-MME Troubleshooting 6 Commercial in Confidence 37

38 Packet Core in Wi-Fi Calling Solution LZU R1A Description Wi-Fi calling enables a simple and cost efficient way to extend operator voice coverage to users home. It can also be an attractive way to offer affordable international roaming. With the new capability to also extend this service to devices without a SIM-card, operators can reach even more devices in the users homes. This course is designed to give an in-depth idea of the EPC nodes, roles and configurations required in implementing the Wi-Fi Calling solution. It also talks about the different call flows to successful establishment of Wi-Fi Call Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain Wi-Fi calling solution 1.1 Explain the need of Wi-Fi calling in the network 1.2 Explain the benefits of Wi-Fi calling solution 1.3 Describe different Wi-Fi accesses 2 Describe different Wi-Fi call scenarios and interfaces used in EPC network 2.1 Describe Wi-Fi calling solution architecture 2.2 Explain SWu interface and its protocol stack 2.3 Explain SWm interface and its protocol stack 2.4 Describe the S2b interface and its protocol stack 2.5 Describe the S2a interface and its protocol stack 3 Explain the role of EPC in Wi-Fi calling solution 3.1 Explain the EPC nodes in Wi-Fi calling solution 3.2 Elaborate the WMG Functionality and its role 3.3 Explain the EPG functionality and its role 3.4 Explain the role of SAPC in solution 4 Elaborate Wi-Fi call flows 4.1 Describe Wi-Fi calling over trusted Wi-Fi 4.2 Elaborate Wi-Fi calling over untrusted Wi-Fi 4.3 Explain different Handoff procedures

39 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Knowledge of EPC network will be required. Also attending the Wi-Fi Calling Solution Overview - LZU course is an attended advantage. Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 day 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) Explain the need of Wi-Fi Calling Solution Elaborate the Wi-Fi calling architecture and interfaces used in EPC network 2.0 Explain the EPC nodes roles and responsibility 1.0 Explain the EPG Role with configuration example Explain the WMG Role with configuration example 2.0 Explain the SAPC Role with configuration example 2.0 Elaborate the message flow for Wi-Fi call scenario 2.0 Commercial in Confidence 39

40 Wi-Fi Mobility Gateway (WMG) 1 Overview LZU R1A Description Operators are consolidating their networks and providing the same services to different types of access technologies maximizing the effiective use of the infrastructure. Ericsson Wi-Fi Mobility Gateway (WMG) is the node which helps the operator to connect the trusted and non-trusted Wi-Fi access domain with the Evolved Packet Core (EPC), so seamless mobility can be achieved. The low infrastructure cost and fast implementation of the service can be achieved by implementing virtual WMG. This course is for participants interested in learning about Ericsson Wi-Fi Mobility Gateway (WMG). It includes an introduction to WMG, its positioning in the network, its architecture and various possibilities of implementation along with different functions supported by WMG. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the Ericsson Wi-Fi Mobility Gateway(WMG) 1.1 Explain the packet core network and various network elements 1.2 Discuss the positioning of WMG in the network 1.3 Explain the WMG deployment options 1.4 Identify the WMG application architecture 1.5 Describe WMG hardware architecture 1.6 Outline the session resilience and scalability 2 Explain virtual WMG as a VNF 2.1 Identify the main element in the cloud solution 2.2 Introduce the virtual WMG and its benefits 2.3 Describe the supported vepc VNS 2.4 Identify the vwmg architecture in cloud environment 2.5 Review resilience and scalability implementation in vwmg 3 Explain the different functions and features of WMG 3.1 Describe the PDN connection and Bearer Management 3.2 Describe the high level of mobility in WMG 4 Review operation and maintenance of WMG 4.1 Elaborate management of WMG including Fault Management, Configuration Commercial in Confidence 40

41 Management, Performance Management, Security and Hardware Management 4.2 Introduce UE Trace tool Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: For Native WMG: The participants should have prior knowledge of EPC. Attending EPC System Survey - LZU , would be an added advantage. For Virtual WMG: The participants should have prior knowledge of virtual EPC and Cloud. Attending the Virtual EPC Overview - LZU , would be an added advantage. 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 given in a classroom environment. Commercial in Confidence 41