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V1.6
2012-02-29
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Contents
1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Positioning ....................................................................................................................................................... 4 1.2 Benefits ............................................................................................................................................................ 6
2 Architecture .................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................................................... 7 2.2 Hardware Architecture ..................................................................................................................................... 7 2.3 Software Architecture ..................................................................................................................................... 11 2.4 Reliability ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
3 Configurations ............................................................................................................................. 16
3.1 Overview ........................................................................................................................................................ 16 3.2 Hardware Configuration in BM/TC Combined Mode ................................................................................... 16 3.3 Hardware Configuration in BM/TC Separated Mode .................................................................................... 17 3.4 Hardware Configuration in A over IP Mode .................................................................................................. 18
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1.1 Positioning
Introduction
This product description is applicable to the BSC6900 V900R011 version. The rapid development of mobile telecommunications technologies accelerates the upgrading and updating of the wireless products. Global System for Mobile communications (GSM) is developing towards Enhanced Data Rate for GSM Evolution (EDGE) and EDGE+ while Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) is evolving into High-Speed Packet Access (HSPA), HSPA+, and LTE. The operators have to meet challenges of rising operation expenditure (OPEX), continuous updating and upgrading of GSM products, ever-growing service demands, and increasingly intense competition. High integration, easy maintenance, IP transmission mode, and support of GSM and UMTS of the BSC draw wide public concern in the industry. The BSC6900 is an important network element (NE) of Huawei SingleRAN solution. It adopts the industry-leading multiple radio access technologies, IP transmission mode, and modular design. It features high capacity, high integration, high performance, and low power consumption. The BSC6900 can be flexibly configured as a BSC6900 GSM, BSC6900 UMTS, or BSC6900 GU as required in different networks. The BSC6900 GSM, in compliance with the 3GPP R7, operates as an independent NE to access the GSM network and performs the functions of the GSM BSC. With the support of EDGE+, the BSC6900 GSM can be upgraded to the BSC6900 GU through addition of UMTS boards and software upgrade. Figure 1-1 shows the BSC6900 GSM.
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The BSC6900 GSM supports the star, chain, tree, and ring topologies of the BTS. Figure 1-2 shows the role of the BSC6900 GSM in the network. Figure 1-2 Role of the BSC6900 GSM in the network
The interfaces between the BSC6900 GSM and each NE in the GSM network are as follows:
Um: the interface between the BTS and the MS Abis: the interface between the BSC6900 GSM and the BTS A: the interface between the BSC6900 GSM and the Mobile Switching Center (MSC) or Media Gateway (MGW) Gb: the interface between the BSC6900 GSM and the Serving GPRS Support Node (SGSN)
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The A, Um, and Gb interfaces are standard interfaces, through which equipment from different vendors can be interconnected. The BSC6900 GSM performs functions such as radio resource management, base station management, power control, and handover control.
1.2 Benefits
High Integration and Low Cost
The BSC6900 GSM in BM/TC separated mode or A over IP mode supports 3,072 TRXs in a single cabinet. It caters to the mobile network requirements for higher capacity with fewer sites, thus requiring less space in the equipment room and reducing the power consumption. In addition, the BSC6900 GSM supports the simultaneous activation of up to 12,288PDCHs, thus meeting the increasing requirements for packet service growth and reducing the cost of packet equipment.
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2.1 Overview
Architecture
Based on the all-IP platform, the BSC6900 GSM adopting the TDM/IP dual-plane switching system meets the varying needs for network evolution. The BSC6900 GSM has a modular design. It enhances resource utilization and system reliability by fully interconnecting subracks and applying distributed resource pools to manage the service processing units. The backplane is universal and every slot is common to different types of boards so that different functions can be performed. In this way, the universality and evolution of the hardware platform are improved. The BSC6900 GSM is compatible with the hardware of the BSC6000 in the existing network.
EPR
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Cabinet TCR
Subrack
Subrack
Subrack
2.2.2 Subracks
In compliance with the IEC60297 standard, the BSC6900 GSM subrack has a standard width of 19 inches. The height of each subrack is 12 U. The boards are installed on the front and rear sides of the backplane, which is positioned in the center of the subrack. A subrack provides 28 slots. The slots on the front of the subrack are numbered from 0 to 13, and those on the rear are numbered from 14 to 27. Figure 2-2 shows the front view and rear view of the subrack.
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Figure 2-2 Front view (left) and rear view (right) of the subrack
The BSC6900 GSM subrack is classified into the MPS, EPS, and TCS. The MPS and the EPS are generally called the basic module (BM); the TCS is called transcoder (TC) for short. Table 2-2 Classification of BSC6900 GSM subracks Subrack MPS Quantity 1 Function The MPS performs centralized switching and provides service paths for other subracks. It also provides the service processing interface, OM interface, and system clock interface. The EPS performs the functions of user plane processing and signaling control. The TCS processes CS services and performs the functions of voice adaptation and code conversion.
EPS
0-3
TCS
0-4
2.2.3 Boards
The BSC6900 GSM boards can be classified into the OM board, switching processing board, clock processing board, signaling processing board, service processing board, and interface processing board, as described in Table 2-3.
The BSC6900 V900R011 is added with new types of boards: OMUa, XPUb, FG2c, GOUc, POUc and GCGa. Other types of boards are inherited from the BSC6000 and can be used directly after the BSC6000 is upgraded to the BSC6900 GSM. As having the same specifications, some boards of BSC6900 UMTS can substitute for the boards of BSC6900 GSM. For example, an SPUa board can substitute for an XPUa board, an SPUb board can substitute for an XPUb board, and an DPUb board can substitute for an DPUc or DPUd board.
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In this document, the new types of boards of the BSC6900 V900R011 are referred to as R11 boards, and other types of boards are referred to as legacy boards. Table 2-3 Classification of BSC6900 GSM boards Board Type OM board Board Name OMUa Function
Performs configuration management, performance management, fault management, security management, and loading management for the BSC6900. Works as the OM agent of the LMT/M2000 to provide the BSC6900 OM interface for the LMT/M2000 and to enable the communication between the BSC6900 and the LMT/M2000. Works as the interface to provide web-based online help. The OMUa board enhances the functions of the OMUb board. The OMUa board has a higher performance than the OMUb board. Provides MAC/GE switching and enables the convergence of ATM and IP networks. Provides data switching channels. Provides BSC-level or subrack-level configuration and maintenance. Distributes clock signals for the BSC6900.
OMUb
SCUa
TNUa
Provides the TDM switching and serves as the center of the circuit switched domain.
Assigns the resources of the TDM network and establishes the network connection. Provides the communication processing on the GE port.
GCUa GCGa
Obtains the system clock source, performs the functions of phase-lock and holdover, and provides clock signals.
Obtains the system clock source, performs the functions of phase-lock and holdover, and provides clock signals. Receives and processes the GPS signals.
XPUa XPUb
Manages user plane and signaling plane resources in the subrack and processes signaling. Manages user plane and signaling plane resources in the subrack and processes signaling. The processing capability of the XPUb board is 75% to 100% higher than that of the XPUa board.
DPUc
Encodes and decodes GSM speech services, converts the speech frame format over the IP speech channel and the speech channel in HDLC transmission optimization, and processes speech services in the system. Processes GSM data services.
DPUd
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Function
Provides 32 channels over E1/T1 electrical ports. Transmits, receives, encodes, and decodes the 32 E1s/T1s. The E1 transmission rate is 2.048 Mbit/s; the T1 transmission rate is 1.544 Mbit/s. Provides eight channels over FE electrical ports or two channels over GE electrical ports. Supports IP over FE/GE. Provides two channels over GE optical ports. Supports IP over GE. Provides one channel over the STM-1 optical port. Provides one channelized STM-1 with the rate of 155.52 Mbit/s. Provides 32 E1s/T1s over IP. Provides 32 E1s/T1s for HDLC transmission. Provides 32 E1s/T1s for FR transmission over the Gb interface. Extracts the clock signals and sends the signals to the GCUa board. Provides 12 channels over FE electrical ports or 4 channels over GE electrical ports. Supports IP over FE/GE. Provides four channels over GE optical ports. Supports IP over GE. Provides four channels over the channelized optical STM-1/OC-3 ports based on IP/TDM protocols. Provides the load bearer capability of 252 E1s or 336 T1s. Extracts the clock signals and sends the signals to the GCUa board.
FG2a
GOUa
OIUa
PEUa
FG2c
GOUc
POUc
If operators use Huawei Nastar, operators need to install the SAU board in the BSC6900.
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Application
STCP ICCP SMP
Infrastructure
Table 2-4 describes the functions of each layer in the software architecture. Table 2-4 Functions of each layer in the BSC6900 GSM software architecture Layer Infrastructure Function
Supports the hardware platform and hides the lower-layer hardware complication through board software package. Provides the functions of the embedded operating system, hides the differences between operating systems, and provides enhanced and supplementary functions for the system.
Service Management Plane (SMP) Internal Communication Control Plane (ICCP) Service Transport Control Plane (STCP)
Transfers internal maintenance messages and service control messages between different processors, thus implementing efficient control over distributed communication. Operates independently of the infrastructure layer. Transports the service data on the user plane and control plane at the network layer between NEs. Separates the service transport technology from the radio access technology and makes the service transport transparent to the upper-layer service. Provides service bearer channels.
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Layer Application
Function
Implements the basic functions of BSC service control and concentrates on the upper-layer service control, such as call processing, mobility management, and RRM. Hides the topologies of various resources in the network and in the equipment. Provides the resource access interface, hides the distribution of internal resources and network resources, maintains the mapping between the service control and resource instance, and controls the association between various resources. Manages the resources and OM status, responds to the resource request from the upper layer, and hides the resource implementation from the upper layer. Provides various service resources. These resources are closely related to the hardware. They encapsulate the TC/PCU and isolate the service control of the upper layer from the hardware platform to facilitate the hardware development.
2.4 Reliability
The resource pool design and redundancy mechanism are widely used in the system reliability design of the BSC6900 GSM. The techniques of detecting and isolating the faults in the boards and in the system are optimized and the software fault tolerance capability is improved to enhance the system reliability.
High reliability architecture design The design of dual switching planes, with up to 120 Gbit/s GE star non-blocking switching capability per subrack, solves the bottleneck and single point failure in the deployment of the high-capacity BSC6900 GSM. Moreover, port trunking technology is adopted on the switching boards. The port trunking function allows data backup in case of link failure, thus preventing inter-plane switchover and cascading switchover and improving the reliability of intra-system communication. Dual clock planes are used in clock transmission between the GCUa and the SCUa. Thus, a single point of failure does not affect the normal operation of the system clock.
Resource pool design In case of overload, the system implements load sharing between the control plane and the user plane by employing the full resource pool design. This effectively avoids suspension because of overload, thus improving the resource utilization and system reliability.
Redundancy mechanism
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All the hardware in the BSC6900 GSM adopts the redundancy mechanism. The rapid switchover between active and standby parts improves the system reliability. Moreover, with the quick fault detection and recovery feature, the impact of faults on the service is minimized.
Flow control The system performs flow control based on the CPU and memory usage. Thus, the BSC6900 GSM can continue working by regulating the items pertaining to performance monitoring, resource auditing, and resource scheduling in the case of CPU overload and resource congestion. In this way, the system reliability is enhanced.
The system uses the multi-level cascaded and distributed cluster control mode. Several CPUs form a cluster processing system. Each module has distinct functions. The communication channels between modules are based on the backup design or anti-suspension/breakdown design. The system uses the redundancy design, as described in Table 2-5, to support hot swap of boards and backup of important modules. Therefore, the system has a strong error tolerance capability.
Table 2-5 Board redundancy Boards DPUc/DPUd EIUa FG2a/FG2c GCUa/GCGa GOUa/GOUc OIUa OMUa/OMUb PEUa POUc SCUa TNUa XPUa/XPUb Redundancy Mode Board resource pool Board redundancy Board redundancy + GE/FE port redundancy or load sharing Board redundancy Board redundancy + GE/FE port redundancy or load sharing Board redundancy Board redundancy Board redundancy Board redundancy + MSP 1:1 or MSP 1+1 optical port redundancy Board redundancy + port trunking on GE ports Board redundancy Board redundancy
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Isolation mechanism is used. When entity A fails to accomplish a task, entity B that has the same functions as entity A takes over the task. Meanwhile, entity A is isolated until it is restored. When a board with a single function is faulty, you can restart the board. All boards support dual-BIOS. Faults at one BIOS do not affect the startup or operation of the boards. The system uses the non-volatile memory to store important data. With advanced integrated circuits, the system features high integration, sophisticated technology, and high reliability. All the parts of the system are of high quality and pass the aging test. The process of hardware assembly is strictly controlled. These methods ensure the high stability and reliability for long-term operation.
Scheduled check on crucial resources The software check mechanism checks various software resources in the system. If a resource deadlock occurs because of software faults, the check mechanism can release the locked resources and generate related logs and alarms.
Task monitoring When the software is running, internal software faults and some hardware faults can be monitored through the monitoring process. The monitoring process monitors the task running status and reports errors to the OM system.
Data check The software performs regular or event-driven data consistency check, restores the data selectively or preferably, and generates logs and alarms.
Data backup Both the Back Administration Module and the host board support data backup to ensure data reliability and consistency.
Operation logs The system automatically records the history operations into logs. The operation logs help in locating and rectifying the faults caused by improper operations.
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3.1 Overview
Configurations
Based on the TCS configuration, the BSC6900 GSM supports three types of configuration modes: BM/TC combined, BM/TC separated, and A over IP. The BSC6900 GSM is compatible with all the hardware configuration of the BSC6000 in the existing network. The BSC6000 can be upgraded to the BSC6900 GSM through software upgrade. If the hardware configuration does not change, the system specifications remain unchanged.
(k) Traffic volume (Erl) Number of TRXs Number of active PDCHs (MCS-9)
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Table 3-2 lists the typical configuration specifications of the BSC6900 GSM in BM/TC combined mode when the R11 boards are configured. Table 3-2 Typical configuration specifications of the BSC6900 GSM (BM/TC combined, R11 board) Item Number of cabinets
Max equivalent BHCA
(k) Traffic volume (Erl) Number of TRXs Number of active PDCHs (MCS-9)
(k) Traffic volume (Erl) Number of TRXs Number of active PDCHs (MCS-9)
Table 3-4 lists the typical configuration specifications of the BSC6900 GSM in BM/TC separated and Abis over non-IP mode when the R11 boards are configured.
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Table 3-4 Typical configuration specifications of the BSC6900 GSM (BM/TC separated and Abis over non-IP, R11 board) Item Number of cabinets
Max equivalent
BHCA (k) Traffic volume (Erl) Number of TRXs Number of active PDCHs (MCS-9)
Table 3-5 lists the typical configuration specifications of the BSC6900 GSM in BM/TC separated and Abis over IP mode when the R11 boards are configured. Table 3-5 Typical configuration specifications of the BSC6900 GSM (BM/TC separated and Abis over IP, R11 board) Item Number of cabinets
Max equivalent BHCA
(k) Traffic volume (Erl) Number of TRXs Number of active PDCHs (MCS-9)
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Table 3-6 Typical configuration specifications of the BSC6900 GSM (A over IP, legacy board) Item Number of cabinets
Max equivalent BHCA
(k) Traffic volume (Erl) Number of TRXs Number of active PDCHs (MCS-9)
Table 3-7 lists the typical configuration specifications of the BSC6900 GSM in A over IP mode when the R11 boards are configured. Table 3-7 Typical configuration specifications of the BSC6900 GSM (A over IP, R11 board) Item Number of cabinets
Max equivalent BHCA (k)
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4.1 Overview
The BSC6900 GSM provides convenient local maintenance and remote maintenance, and it supports multiple OM modes. The BSC6900 GSM provides a hardware-independent universal OM mechanism and provides OM functions such as security management, fault management, alarm management, equipment management, and software management. The Man Machine Language (MML) provides OM and configuration functions, and the Graphic User Interface (GUI) provides the OM functions. The two modes meet the requirements of different operation environments. Figure 4-1 shows the OM networking of the BSC6900 GSM.
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iManager M2000
VLAN
BSC6900 GSM
Alarm Box
LMT
LMT
The OM system of the BSC6900 GSM adopts the browser/server (B/S) separated mode. The OMUa/OMUb board of the BSC6900 GSM works as the server, and the Local Maintenance Terminal (LMT) is used for local maintenance. The iManager M2000 is the centralized OM system, which is used for remote maintenance. The alarm box connects to the LMT and provides audible and visible indications for alarms.
4.2 Benefits
Web-based LMT Improving User Experience
The OM system of the BSC6900 GSM uses the web-based LMT, which need not be installed with any OM software. You can connect the LMT to the OMUa/OMUb board to perform OM functions and obtain the online help of the LMT. All the operation results are displayed on the LMT through the web browser.
Diversified OM Modes
The BSC6900 GSM provides local maintenance and remote maintenance and supports multiple OM modes. The LMT used for local maintenance can access the BSC6900 GSM in the following ways:
Through the port on the panel of the OMUa/OMUb board Through the Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)
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The iManager M2000 used for remote maintenance can access the BSC6900 GSM in the following ways:
Powerful Hardware Management Functions for Rapid Location and Rectification of Hardware Faults
The BSC6900 GSM provides precaution mechanism for hardware fault, thus ensuring that sufficient time is available to rectify the fault in time before the services are disrupted. The BSC6900 GSM provides functions such as status query, data configuration, and status management of the internal physical devices. When a hardware fault occurs, the BSC6900 GSM alerts the user by generating alarms and flashing indicators and provides suggestions to guide the user in troubleshooting. The alarm is cleared upon the rectification of the fault. The BSC6900 GSM provides the functions of isolating the faulty part, such as activating or deactivating the faulty part. When a faulty part needs to be replaced, the hot swapping function enables the rapid power-on of the substitute, thus reducing the time in fault rectification. In case of emergency, you can reset the board to quickly rectify the fault.
Rich Tracing and Detection Mechanisms for Reliably Monitoring the Network Status
The BSC6900 GSM provides the tracing and detection functions of multiple layers and multiple levels to accurately locate faults. The tracing and detection functions include user tracing, interface tracing, message tracing, fault detection on the physical layer, fault detection on the data link layer, and detection of other faults. The tracing messages are saved as files, which can be viewed through the review tracing function of the LMT.
Easy Equipment Installation, Commissioning, and Efficient Network Upgrade Scheme for Rapid Network Establishment
Before delivery, Huawei BSC6900 GSM is installed with boards, operating system, and common data. In addition, it is correctly assembled and passes the rigid test. You only need
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to install the cabinet and cables on site. After the hardware installation is complete, you can load software and data files to commission the software and hardware. The BSC6900 GSM is compatible with the configuration of the BSC6000 in the existing network. The BSC6000 can be upgraded to the BSC6900 GSM through hardware adjustment and software upgrade, thus maximizing the resource utilization in the existing network and reducing the cost of network rollout.
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5.1 Technical Specifications
5.1.1 Capacity Specifications
Item
Max equivalent BHCA (k)
Technical Specification
Table 5-1 Capacity specifications of the BSC6900 GSM configured with the legacy boards Specification 3,500 13,000 2,048 15,360 8,192 512
Traffic volume (Erl) Number of TRXs Number of configured PDCHs Number of active PDCHs (MCS-9) Gb interface throughput (Mbit/s)
The Max equivalent BHCA is the equivalent BHCA under huawei's traffic model, compare with BHCA (only call and called) the value should be 780K.
Table 5-2 Capacity specifications of the BSC6900 GSM configured with the R11 boards Item
Max equivalent BHCA (k)
Item Number of configured PDCHs Number of active PDCHs (MCS-9) Gb interface throughput (Mbit/s)
The Max equivalent BHCA is the equivalent BHCA under huawei's traffic model, compare with BHCA (only call and called) the value should be 1170K.
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In overhead cabling mode, the distance between the cabinet top and the ceiling of the equipment room must be greater than or equal to 1,000 mm. In underfloor cabling mode, the height of the ESD floor must be greater than or equal to 200 mm.
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BHCA BM CPU DSP EPS FE GE GUI ICCP IP LMT LVDS MGW MML MPR MPS MSP MTBF MTTR OM OS PDCH RRM SDH STCP
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Expansion Service Management Plane TransCoder TransCoder Rack TransCoder Subrack Time Division Multiplexing Transceiver Virtual Local Area Network
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