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Course Outline
Introduction to IP RAN Routers
- Roles and responsibilities within the mobile network ecosystem
- Comparison of logical versus physical deployment models
- Key performance metrics and design considerations
Router Hardware, Interfaces, and Physical Connectivity
- Overview of typical hardware components and port types
- Interface connections to RAN equipment and transport networks
- Considerations for fiber and microwave link connectivity
IP Networking Fundamentals for RAN
- Strategies for IP addressing and subnetting
- Techniques for VLAN, VRF, and network segmentation
- MTU settings, packet fragmentation, and path MTU discovery
Routing Protocols and Topologies
- Designing and implementing OSPF for RAN environments
- Using BGP for inter-domain routing and peering scenarios
- Managing route redistribution and associated policy considerations
Quality of Service and Traffic Engineering
- Methods for traffic classification and policing
- Implementing queuing strategies and packet scheduling
- Application of MPLS TE or segment routing where applicable
High Availability, Resilience, and Redundancy
- Examining router redundancy models and failover mechanisms
- Implementing fast reroute and network protection strategies
- Designing for service continuity and graceful degradation
Security, Access Control, and Hardening
- Protecting control plane and management plane functions
- Best practices for ACLs, authentication, and authorization
- Addressing supply chain and physical security concerns
Deployment, Commissioning, and Troubleshooting
- Utilizing configuration templates and staging best practices
- Identifying common faults, performing root-cause analysis, and debugging
- Following field commissioning checklists and conducting acceptance tests
Management, Monitoring, and Automation
- Utilizing Telemetry, SNMP, and syslog for RAN router monitoring
- Exploring automation approaches through scripting, templates, and orchestration
- Conducting performance monitoring and capacity planning
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid grasp of fundamental IP networking concepts
- Working knowledge of routing and switching principles
- Basic familiarity with RAN architecture and associated terminology
Target Audience
- Network engineers and operations personnel
- RAN engineers and network planners
- Telecom field service technicians and operations staff
14 Hours
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