Ericsson GSM-N Ucore4 Training Programs 2012 Catalog of Course Descriptions
Catalog of Course Descriptions INTRODUCTION... 3 ERICSSON GSM-N VOICE CORE NETWORK FUNDAMENTALS... 4 ERICSSON GSM-N R4 MEDIA GATEWAY FUNDAMENTALS... 7 ERICSSON UCORE MSC SERVER OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE... 9 ERICSSON GSM-N MSC CALL SERVER TRANSLATIONS... 12 ERICSSON GSM-N R4 MEDIA GATEWAY OPERATIONS, ADMINISTRATION AND DATAFILL... 16 ERICSSON USP OVERVIEW, OPERATIONS, AND MAINTENANCE FOR GSM-N NETWORKS... 19 ERICSSON ERS 8600 FOR GSM-N WIRELESS NETWORKS... 22 ERICSSON GSM-N CORE BILLING MANAGER OPERATIONS... 25 288/03819-FAP 130 506 Uen Rev: A Commercial in Confidence 2
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) 288/03819-FAP 130 506 Uen Rev: A Commercial in Confidence 3
Ericsson GSM-N Voice Core Network Fundamentals LZU1088890 R1A Description This course provides a basic understanding of the GSM-N Voice Core Network components and functions. This course is applicable to GSM Switch Voice Core Technician. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Navigate the WBL environment. 1.1 Use the buttons to navigate the WBL 1.2 Open the Glossary 2 Identify the purpose of this course. 2.1 Describe he course scope 2.2 Explain the course objectives 3 Describe the evolution of GSM and GSM Call processing. 4 Describe the GSM-N architecture and network components. 4.1 Explain the basic VCN architecture. 4.2 Describe the network components. 4.3 List the components in the Ericsson implementation of the Voice Core Network. 5 Define the interfaces between the components of a GSM-N network. 6 Describe the MSC Server shelf layout, blades and accounting capabilities. 6.1 Describe the MSC Server shelf layout 6.2 Describe the function of the MSC Server blades 6.3 Describe the MSC Server Accounting capabilities 7 Identify the purpose and functions of the Central Office (CO) LAN. 7.1 Describe VLANs 8 Describe the role, hardware and services of the MGW. 8.1 Describe the role of a PPX 15000 and be familiar with its terminology 8.2 Describe the hardware components of the equipment 8.3 Describe MGW services 9 Describe Inter-Office signaling. 9.1 Uutline Standards Organization 9.2 Describe SSG SIGTRAN protocol 9.3 Describe SSG signaling
10 Describe the User Interfaces used by the GSM-N components 10.1 Describe MSC Server User Interfaces 10.2 Describe the VSE Dashboard Interface (VDI) 10.3 Describe Core Billing Manager (CBM) CBMMTC and BILLMTC User Interfaces 10.4 Describe CLI Access to MGW 10.5 Describe Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 (ERS 8600) User Interfaces Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Field Technician, Fundamentals Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: LZU1088408 CDMA Portfolio Overview LZU1088407 CDMA Core Network Overview LZU1088702 Ericsson CDMA VSE Overview LZU1088701 Ericsson CDMA MGW Overview LZU1088685 CDMA SAM21 and GWC Overview Duration and class size The length of the course is 0 days and 2 hours and the maximum number of participants is 1. Learning situation Web Based Learning (WBL) 288/03819-FAP 130 506 Uen Rev: A Commercial in Confidence 5
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 Navigating through the course 5 minutes 1 Course Introduction 5 minutes 1 Introduction to GSM-N 16 minutes 1 GSM-N Network architecture 32 minutes 1 GSM-N Interfaces 16 minutes 1 MSC Server Overview 17 minutes 1 Introduction to ERS8600 (CO-LAN) 6 minutes 1 Media Gateway (MGW) 8 minutes 1 GSM-N Signaling Network 7 minutes 1 GSM-N OAMP User Interfaces 15 minutes 1 End of course quiz 15 minutes 288/03819-FAP 130 506 Uen Rev: A Commercial in Confidence 6
Ericsson GSM-N R4 Media Gateway Fundamentals LZU1088891 R1A Description This course provides a basic understanding of the Media Gateway (MGW) in the GSM-N Voice Core Network. This course is applicable to GSM Switch Voice Core Technician. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Navigate the WBL environment. 1.1 Use the buttons to navigate the WBL 1.2 Open the Glossary 2 Identify the purpose of this course. 2.1 Describe the course scope 2.2 Explain the course objectives 3 Describe the purpose of the Media Gateway (MGW) in the GSM-N network. 3.1 Describe the features provided by the MGW. 3.2 Describe the PPX15000 platform. 4 Describe the cabinet, power supply, cooling unit and node assembly for the PPX15000. 4.1 Describe the processor cards supported on PPX15000. 5 Describe the physical connectivity to and from the PPX 15000. 5.1 Describe the Virtual Router functionality in the MGW. 5.2 Describe the MGW connectivity to the IP Aggregation Node, 5.3 Describe the MGW connectivity to the RNC. 6 Describe the PPX15000 User Interface. 6.1 Explain how to open a communication with a PPX15000. 6.2 Describe the CAS architecture. 6.3 Describe some basic commands Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Field Technician, Fundamentals
Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: LZU1088890 R1A Ericsson GSM-N Voice Core Network Fundamentals Duration and class size The length of the course is 0 days and 2 hours and the maximum number of participants is 1. Learning situation Web Based Learning (WBL) 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 Navigating through the course 5 minutes 1 Course Introduction 5 minutes 1 Introduction to the MGW on the PPX15000 15 minutes 1 PPX15000 Hardware 40 minutes 1 PPX15000 Connectivity 15 minutes 1 PPX15000 User Interface 10 minutes 1 End of course quiz 15 minutes 288/03819-FAP 130 506 Uen Rev: A Commercial in Confidence 8
Ericsson ucore MSC Server Operations and Maintenance LZU1088894 R1A Description This course is a hands on course that will provide the knowledge needed to operate and maintain the ucore MSC Sever, on the Versatile Service Engine (VSE) Platform. This course supports both GSM and UMTS Core Networks. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Understand Ericsson s implementation of the GSM-N Voice Core Network 1.1 Understand the interface connections in the ucore4 Voice Core Network Architecture. 1.2 Describe the network elements in the ucore4 Voice Core Network. 1.3 Describe the ucore Platform. 1.4 Understand the rational for using the Advanced Telecommunications Computing Architecture (ATCA) standard for the ucore4 Platform. 2 Identity the ucore hardware and software architectures. 2.1 Describe the ucore cabinet. 2.2 Understand the ATCA based chassis structure. 2.3 Describe the power, and air flow modules. 2.4 Understand the modules contained in the chassis. 3 Utilize use of the Command Line Interface (CLI). 3.1 Understand how to access the ucore platform. 3.2 Identify and understand the common Command Line Interface (CLI) commands. 4 Understand fault management and the tools available. 4.1 Describe the alarm mechanism. 4.2 Display alarms/logs. 4.3 Understand alarm fields. 4.4 Understand the usage of the VSE Dashboard Interface (VDI). 5 Understand the utilities available on the ucore Platform. 5.1 Login to the MSC application 5.2 Utilize the VSE MSC Application storage utilities including; diskadm, diskut, scanf. 5.3 Understand and utilize LOGUTIL. 5.4 Understand log routing. 5.5 Describe what DIRP is and how it manages the storage of data. 5.6 Use MAPCI commands to verify and control DIRP recording for any Subsystem.
5.7 Use Store File Editor to create and store short commands in a file for later execution. 6 Describe signaling from the MSC prospective. 6.1 The concepts of CCS7 Signaling. 6.2 The concepts of M3UA Signaling 6.3 The management of signaling from the MSC Server prospective. 6.4 Which commands are applicable to signaling. 7 Manage and maintain the ucore trunks. 7.1 Describe what trunks are and where they are used on VSE. 7.2 List the Tables that must be datafilled to build a trunk group. 7.3 Verify the correct status of trunks and carriers. 7.4 Take trunks out of service and return then back into service. 8 Manage ucore system images and recover procedures. 8.1 Schedule automatic backups using CLI. 8.2 Perform a manual backup using CLI. 8.3 Describe what an ITOC is and how it is used by the system. 8.4 Describe a Restart. 8.5 Explain what effects the 3 levels of restart will have on call processing. 8.6 Understand how to reboot a MSC Call Agent. 8.7 Understand disaster recovery procedures. 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: This course follows the GSM-N Voice Core Network Technican Curriculum Path. Prior to completing this course the participant should have successfully completed the Ericsson GSM-N Voice Core Network Fundamentals, LZU1088890-R1A. Duration and class size The length of the course is 5 days and 0 hours 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. 288/03819-FAP 130 506 Uen Rev: A Commercial in Confidence 10
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 Understand Ericsson s implementation of the GSM-N Voice Core Network 2 1 Identity the ucore hardware and software architectures. 4 2 Utilize use of the Command Line Interface (CLI). 6 3 Utilize use of the Command Line Interface (CLI). 3 3 Understand fault management and the tools available 3 4 Understand the utilities available on the ucore Platform. 3 4 Describe signaling from the MSC prospective. 3 5 Manage and maintain the ucore trunks. 3 5 Manage ucore system images and recover procedures. 3 288/03819-FAP 130 506 Uen Rev: A Commercial in Confidence 11
Ericsson GSM-N MSC Call Server Translations LZU1088895 R1A Description This course provides practical experience in datafilling a MSC/VLR to perform digit translations for the Ericsson GSM-N ucore MSC Server. Key topics include: Introduction to MSC/VLR translations Network components and translation overview Trunk groups Universal translations tables Mobile to Land call translations Land to Mobile call translations Mobile to Mobile call translations VLR translations Pre-VLR translations Translations on calling party Call characteristic routing and NOA based routing Handovers Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Define the different types of translations tables. 1.1 Define the different types of translations tables 1.2 Datafill a customer database and the parts of the system that the tables affect. 1.3 Determine what Translations tables are needed to process calls. 2 Use site-specific information and appropriate documentation to discuss the function and purpose of the components in the system and MSC translations such as: 2.1 Mobile-services Switching Center (MSC) function 2.2 Home Location Register (HLR) function 2.3 Visitor Location Register (VLR) function 2.4 Equipment Identification Register (EIR) function 2.5 Authentication Center (AuC) function 2.6 Base Station Subsystem (BSS) function 2.7 various network functions 2.8 basic call scenarios 3 Use site specific information and appropriate documentation to datafill a trunk group, including the following: 3.1 trunk type and characteristics
3.2 signaling information 3.3 trunk member 4 Use site-specific information and appropriate documentation to datafill universal translations tables information, including the following: 4.1 translator name 4.2 range of digits 4.3 translation system 5 Use site-specific information and appropriate documentation to datafill the universal translations tables necessary for a mobile-to-land call, and test the datafill using TRAVER. The datafill includes: 5.1 routing a mobile-to-land call into the Universal Translations tables 5.2 mobile-to-land call translations 5.3 emergency call translations 6 Datafill Universal translations table information necessary for a land-to-mobile call and test the datafill using a TRAVER. The datafill includes: 6.1 routing a call from the PSTN into the Universal translations tables 6.2 routing MSISDN and MSRN 6.3 routing to SRI feature 6.4 routing to GMSTRM feature 7 Use site-specific information and appropriate documentation to: 7.1 Datafill the Universal Translations table necessary for a mobile-to-mobile call. 7.2 Test the datafill using TRAVER 8 Use site-specific information and appropriate documentation to datafill call barring information, including: 8.1 VLR translations 8.2 NCNT selector 8.3 Translations with a call barring feature 8.4 Emergency calls with outgoing call barring features 9 Use site-specific information and appropriate documentation to: 9.1 configure the pre-vlr translation on the MSC 9.2 Successfully route mobile-originated calls dialing the * and/or # digit(s). 9.3 Launch CLIR and MCT features 10 Describe the purpose of the translation on the calling party. 10.1 Datafill the tables necessary to implement this feature. 11 Name and datafill the appropriate tables necessary to define and route a call based on its characteristics. 11.1 Datafill the appropriate tables to route a call on the basis of Nature of Address (NOA). 12 Use site specific information and appropriate documentation to: 12.1 Explain UMTS handovers 12.2 Explain MSC handovers 12.3 Datafill inter-msc handover information, including: Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A
12.4 MSC address 12.5 HON selector 13 Use site-specific information and appropriate documentation to: 13.1 Explain why a treatment is generated. 13.2 Locate the tone and announcement in the network. 13.3 Explain how a treatment is sent to the Mobile or to a trunk. 13.4 Explain the correlation between cause mapping and treatment. 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: This course follows the GSM-N Voice Core Network Technican Curriculum Path. Prior to completing this course the participant should have successfully completed the Ericsson GSM-N Voice Core Network Fundamentals, LZU1088890-R1A and Ericsson ucore MSC Server Operations and Maintenance, LZU1088894-R1A. Duration and class size The length of the course is 5 days and 0 hours 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. Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A
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 MSC/VLR Translations 1 Hour 1 Network Components, and Translations Overview 2 Hours 1 Trunk Groups 3 Hours 2 Universal Translations Tables 3 Hours 2 Mobile-to-Land Call Translations 3 Hours 3 Land-to-Mobile Call Translations 3 Hours 3 Mobile-to-Mobile Call Translations 3 hours 4 VLR Translations 2 Hours 4 PRE-VLR Translations 2 Hours 4 Translations on Calling Party 2 hours 5 Call Characteristic Routing and NOA Based Routing 2 Hours 5 Handovers 2 Hours 5 Treatments 2 Hours Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A
Ericsson GSM-N R4 Media Gateway Operations, Administration and Datafill LZU1088896 R1A Description This course is a hands on course that will provide the knowledge needed to operate and maintain the Media Gateway-N, on the PPX15000 Platform. This course supports both GSM and UMTS Core Networks. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Understand where the Ericsson GSM-N Media Gateway-N fits in the Ericsson implementation of the GSM Voice Core Network. 1.1 Understand the interface connections in the ucore4 Voice Core Network Architecture. 1.2 Describe the network elements in the ucore4 Voice Core Network. 1.3 Describe where the Media Gateway fits in the Ericsson GSM-N Voice Core Network. 2 Describe the Media Gateway-N Hardware. 2.1 Recognize the cabinet, power supply, cooling unit and node assembly for the PPX 15000. 2.2 Learn which modules are supported on the PPX15000 for use as a Media Gateway. 2.3 Describe the LEDs on the faceplate of each module. 3 Understand how to access the Media Gateway-N. 3.1 Know how to open a communication with a Ericsson GSM-N Media Gateway. 3.2 Understand the Component Administration System (CAS) architecture. 3.3 Utilize some basic commands. 4 Describe software management on the PPX15000. 4.1 Understand the software architecture in the PPX 15000. 4.2 Download software from an SDS. 4.3 Describe the File System of the PPX node. 4.4 Synchronize the two PPX Hard Disks. 5 Understand the general software provisioning of the PPX15000. 5.1 Identify all the different types of views in PPX 15000. 5.2 Work in the provisioning mode. 5.3 Transfer a provisioning view to a new node. 6 Describe the configuration of the Virtual Router, ATM and IP interfaces.
6.1 Describe the PPX 15000 Virtual Router. 6.2 Implement the virtual router in PPX 15000. 6.3 Describe ATM in a PPX 15000 Network. 6.4 Understand how to configure an ATM connection. 6.5 Configure IP over ATM. 6.6 Configure the LAPS component and the TDM circuits. 7 Understand the provisioning of the H.248 Service. 7.1 Understand the provisioning of the VSP4e card with its Narrowband Service Trunk over ATM (Nsta) application. 7.2 Understand the provisioning of the H.248 over UDP service. 7.3 Understand the provisioning of the H.248 over M3UA service. 8 Describe the provisioning of the CCS7 Control Plane. 8.1 Understand an overview of CCS7 8.2 Understand provisioning of the CCS7 control plane services for the A, PSTN and Iu interfaces. 8.3 Understand Lb Forwarding. 8.4 Understand Iur Forwarding. 9 Describe he provisioning of the Nb and Iu Bearer Control Plane. 9.1 Understand the provisioning of the bearer control plane for: 9.2 The Iu interface using a CCS7 F-link (fully associated). 9.3 The Iu interface using a CCS7 A-link (access). 9.4 The Nb interface. 10 Understand the provisioning of the Bearer Service. 10.1 Understand the provisioning of the bearer plane for: 10.2 The Nb interfaces: voice over IP. 10.3 The Iu interface: voice over ATM. 10.4 The Iu interface: voice over IP. 10.5 Provision the Multiparty Media Gateway Service. 11 Understand the implementation of the MSC Server with the Media Gateway-N. 11.1 Describe the R4 Logical Network Architecture. 11.2 Introduce the MSC server provisioning for the Media GateWays. 11.3 Datafill the Tones, and Announcements. 11.4 Describe the new Office Parameters. 11.5 Introduce new, or Modified Logs, OMs. 11.6 Describe the MAPCI Changes for MGW maintenance. 11.7 Describe the BICN Feature Option Control. 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 Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A
Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: This course follows the GSM-N Voice Core Network Technican Curriculum Path. Prior to completing this course the participant should have successfully completed the Ericsson GSM-N Voice Core Network Fundamentals, LZU1088890-R1A, Ericsson GSM-N R4 Media Gateway Fundamentals, LZU1088891-R1A, and Ericsson ucore MSC Server Operations and Maintenance, LZU1088894-R1A. Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 days and 0 hours 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 Introduction 1 hour 1 Ericsson GSM-N Voice Core Network Overview 2.5 hours 1 Media Gateway-N Hardware Overview 2.5 hours 2 Media Gateway-N Access and Commands 2 hours 2 PPX 15000 Software Management 2 hours 2 PPX Software Provisioning 2 hours 3 Media Gateway-N Virtual Router, ATM & IP/ATM Configuration 3 hours 3 Provisioning H.248 Service 1.5 hours 3 Provisioning the CCS7 Control Plane Signaling Service 1.5 hours 4 Provisioning Nb, and Iu Bearer Control Plane Interface 1.5 hours 4 Provisioning Bearer Service 1.5 hours 4 R4 BICN MSC Server 3 hours Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A
Ericsson USP Overview, Operations, and Maintenance for GSM-N Networks LZU1088897 R1A Description This course focuses on the Universal Signaling Point (USP). This WBL course provides the participant with a detailed description of the USP. The courses provide frame, shelf and card views of the USP as well as a description of the OA&M system used to perform OAM functions on the USP. This course focuses on the operations and maintenance of the Universal Signaling Point (USP). It examines the hardware characteristics related to fault management. It also looks at the USP Manager user interface and its functions and capabilities that relate to operations and maintenance tasks for the USP. GSM-N networks can use the Universal Signaling Point (USP) or the SigTran Services Gateway (SSG) to perform the same tasks. This course only applies to those networks that continue to use the USP. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the course content and agenda. 1.1 Describe the course scope. 1.2 Identify the course objectives. 2 Describe the purposes of the Universal Signaling Point (USP). 2.1 Describe the purposes of the USP in the GSM-N network. 3 Identify the characteristics and functions for the cards in the USP shelf. 3.1 Describe the USP card types, card locations and their fault tolerant features. 4 Describe the USP Manager. 4.1 Describe how to access the USP manager. 4.2 Describe main features of the USP manager. 5 Identify the hardware characteristics of the Universal Signaling Point (USP) related to faults and fault management. 5.1 Identify the hardware characteristics of the Universal Signaling Point (USP) related to faults and fault management. Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A
5.2 Identify connectivity between the USP and the CO LAN. 6 Describe fault management functions that can be performed using the USP Manager. 6.1 Describe where USP alarms and logs are sent. 6.2 Explain the use of the USP Manager menus, tabs and windows for fault management purposes. 7 Explain the purpose and use of the REx test command. 7.1 Identify the purpose of REX tests. 7.2 Describe how to use REX testing on the USPs. 8 Describe how to view operational measurements (OM) for the USP. 8.1 Identify how to access operational measurements (OM) in the USP Manager. 8.2 Describe how to modify OM thresholds in USP Manager. Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Field Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: LZU1088890-R1A Ericsson GSM-N Voice Core Network Fundamentals These courses are a mandatory prerequisites. All students should take them unless they have extensive working experience with the topics and interfaces listed in the learning objectives. Duration and class size The length of the course is 0 days and 2 hours and the maximum number of participants is 1. Learning situation WBL Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A
Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Course Introduction 5 minutes 1 Purposes of the USP 15 minutes 1 USP Hardware 15 minutes 1 USP Manager 5 minutes 1 USP Hardware Characteristics for Fault Management 5 minutes 1 Using USP Manager for Fault Management 22 minutes 1 Using the REX Test Command 6 minutes 1 Viewing USP OMs 5 minutes 1 End of Course Evaluation 15 minutes Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A
Ericsson ERS 8600 for GSM-N Wireless Networks LZU1088899 R1B Description In order to route all voice and data packets through the Wireless network, the Access and Core technicians need to develop their skills working with the Ethernet routing equipment. This course provides the skills and knowledge to operate and maintain the Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 (ERS 8600) for GSM-N wireless networks. To reinforce learning, the participant will perform hands-on exercises. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the course content and agenda. 2 Describe the purpose of the ERS 8600 in a GSM-N network. 2.1 Describe the purpose of the ERS 8600 in a GSM-N network. 2.2 Describe VLAN concepts. 3 Describe the ERS 8600 hardware. 3.1 Explain the hardware characteristics of the ERS 8600. 3.2 Identify ERS 8600 configurations. 3.3 Describe the characteristics of the modules, cabling, and chassis for ERS 8600. 4 Use the ERS 8600 user interfaces: command line interface (CLI), Web Manager and Device Manager. 4.1 Identify the three user interfaces for ERS 8600. 4.2 Describe how to use each of the ERS 8600 user interfaces. 4.3 Find port status using each ERS 8600 user interfaces. 5 Implement VLAN and OSPF configurations. 5.1 Describe ERS 8600 VLANs for Wireless Networks and how to find VLAN configuration information stored in the ERS 8600. 5.2 Describe OSPF, its parameters on ERS 8600 and how to find OSPF configuration information stored on the ERS 8600. 5.3 Monitor the ERS 8600 using the Trace tool. 6 Perform MLT and VRRP configurations. 6.1 Describe ERS 8600 MLTs for Wireless Networks and how to find MLT configuration information stored on the ERS 8600. 6.2 Describe ERS 8600 VRRPs for Wireless Networks and how to find VRRP configuration information stored on the ERS 8600.
7 Perform network troubleshooting 7.1 Identify the OSI layers, their functions and how Layers 1-3 can be used to support network fault analysis. 7.2 Use the Ping and Traceroute tools to verify communication between components in the network. 7.3 Use the Network Troubleshooting approach as an aid for network fault resolution. Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Field Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: This course is used to support the operation of the ERS 8600 in a GSM-N network. GSM-N prerequisite: LZU1088890-R1A Ericsson GSM-N Voice Core Network Fundamentals These courses are a mandatory prerequisites. All students should take them unless they have extensive working experience with the topics and interfaces listed in the learning objectives. Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and 0 hours and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is instructor-led training with hands-on exercises. Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A
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 1 Introduction to ERS 8600 in a GSM-N Network 1 hour 1 ERS800 Hardware 2 hours 1 ERS8600 User Interface 4 hours 2 ERS8600 User Interface 4 hours 2 VLAN and OSPF Configuration 2 hours 3 MLT and VRRP Configuration 2 hours 3 Introduction to Network Troubleshooting 4 hours Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A
Ericsson GSM-N Core Billing Manager Operations LZU1088962 R1A Description The Core Billing Manager provides a collection of applications that serves as a data collector. This data includes logs and billing records. This course covers the operations, maintenance, administration, and troubleshooting of the CBM in a GSM-N Network. Personnel will be able to more effectively use CBM after successfully completing this course. Key topics include: CBM Overview Access Methods for the CBM CBM Maintenance Interface (cbmmtc) Administration Tasks CBM Fault Analysis High Speed Log Application File Transfer Application Billing User Interface (billmtc) Billing Stream Configuration View Billing Records Billing Stream Fault Analysis Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the purpose of Core Billing Manager (CBM). 1.1 Describe the purpose of the CBM. 2 Describe the CBM hardware. 2.1 Identify the CBM platform. 2.2 Identify the characteristics and features of the hardware platforms that support CBM. 2.3 Identify the fault tolerant features of the CBM hardware. 2.4 Identify the LAN configurations supported for the CBM. 3 Describe the CBM software. 3.1 Describe the Server Platform Foundation Software. 3.2 Describe the CBM application software. 4 Perform maintenance and administrative tasks for the CBM. 4.1 Create maintenance and passthru user IDs. 4.2 Busy and offline applications. 4.3 Display the CLLI of the MSC Server. 4.4 Manage software and software patching
4.5 Describe CBM backup and restore procedures. 4.6 Manage the file system. 4.7 View resources from the SPFS CLI tool. 4.8 Understand how to navigate the CBM Applications. 5 Use alarms and logs to understand fault management, on the CBM. 5.1 Use alarms to identify CBM faults. 5.2 Use logs to identify CBM faults. 5.3 Describe fault troubleshooting strategy. 6 Describe the purpose, characteristics and tools related to CBM log collection and delivery. 6.1 Identify the purpose of CBM log collection and delivery. 6.2 Identify applications used in log collection and delivery. 6.3 Explain the purpose of the LOGRECEIVER and LOGROUTE tools. 7 Describe the methods of file transfer used by the CBM. 7.1 Describe the FTP proxy application and the transferring of files using FTP. 7.2 Describe the secure shell file transfer protocol (SFTP) and the common commands used with SFTP. 7.3 Identify the types of files that are transferred. 8 Describe the billing interfaces used by the CBM. 8.1 Identify the purpose of the CBM billing application. 8.2 Describe the process for backing up billing files. 8.3 Identify the billing application tables. 8.4 Use MAPCI to support SBA operations. 8.5 Use BILLMTC to support SBA operations. 8.6 Identify SBA file types and formats. 8.7 Identify the methods of file transfer. 9 Using the user interfaces, obtain the information that identifies how the CBM and MSC Server have been configured to support the SBA application and billing streams. 9.1 Describe the SBA application configuration process. 9.2 Configure the SBA application on the CBM. 9.3 Configure billing streams on the Communication Server. 9.4 Configure the SBA transfer schedule. 10 Explain how you can search and view billing records. 10.1 Identify the fields that make up a billing file name. 10.2 State the purpose of the CDRSEARCH tool. 10.3 Identify the functions available in the CDRSEARCH tool. 10.4 Understand the menus within the CDRSEARCH tool. 11 Analyze billing faults on the CBM. 11.1 Identify SBA modes of operation. 11.2 Identify SBA faults indicators. 11.3 Identify fault scenarios. 11.4 View SBA alarms and logs. Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A
11.5 View the SBA application status. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, System Engineer, Service Technician, Service Engineer, System Administrator, Field Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: This course follows the GSM-N Voice Core Network Technican Curriculum Path. Prior to completing this course the participant should have successfully completed the Ericsson GSM-N Voice Core Network Fundamentals, LZU1088890-R1A and Ericsson ucore MSC Server Operations and Maintenance,LZU 108 8894-R1A. The participants should be very famliar with the Ericsson GSM-N ucore Platform. Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and 0 hours 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. Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A
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 30 min. 1 Core Billing Manager (CBM) Purpose 1 hour 1 CBM Hardware 1 hour 1 CBM Software 1 hour 1 CBM Maintenance and Administration 1 hour, 30 mins 1 CBM Fault Management 1 hour 2 CBM High Speed Logs 1 hour 2 CBM File Transfer 1 hour 2 CBM Billing Interface 1 hour 2 CBM Billing Configuration 1 hour 2 CBM Billing Records 1 hour 2 CBM Fault Analysis 1 hour Doc. No: 288/03819-FAP 130 506 UenLZN 901 0288 Uae Rev A