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Course Outline
Introduction to IP RAN Routers
- Defining roles and responsibilities within the mobile network.
- Comparing logical versus physical deployment models.
- Key performance metrics and design considerations.
Router Hardware, Interfaces, and Physical Connectivity
- Overview of standard hardware components and port types.
- Interfaces connecting RAN equipment and transport networks.
- Considerations for fiber and microwave connectivity.
IP Networking Fundamentals for RAN
- Strategies for IP addressing and subnetting.
- Techniques for VLAN, VRF, and network segmentation.
- Understanding MTU, fragmentation, and path MTU discovery.
Routing Protocols and Topologies
- Designing and implementing OSPF for RAN.
- Utilizing BGP for inter-domain and peering scenarios.
- Managing route redistribution and policy considerations.
Quality of Service and Traffic Engineering
- Classifying and policing network traffic.
- Selecting appropriate queuing strategies and scheduling methods.
- Applying MPLS TE or segment routing where applicable.
High Availability, Resilience, and Redundancy
- Understanding router redundancy models and failover mechanisms.
- Implementing fast reroute and protection strategies.
- Designing for service continuity and graceful degradation.
Security, Access Control, and Hardening
- Protecting control and management planes.
- Best practices for ACLs, authentication, and authorization.
- Addressing supply chain and physical security concerns.
Deployment, Commissioning, and Troubleshooting
- Best practices for configuration templates and staging.
- Analyzing common faults, root causes, and debugging techniques.
- Executing field commissioning checklists and acceptance tests.
Management, Monitoring, and Automation
- Utilizing telemetry, SNMP, and syslog for RAN routers.
- Exploring automation through scripting, templates, and orchestration.
- Conducting performance monitoring and capacity planning.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid grasp of fundamental IP networking concepts.
- Proficiency in routing and switching principles.
- Foundational knowledge of RAN architecture and associated terminology.
Target Audience
- Network engineers and operators.
- RAN engineers and network planners.
- Telecom field service and operations personnel.
14 Hours
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