Lucent Radio Network Controller (RNC)

for UMTS/W-CDMA
The Lucent Radio Network
Controller (RNC) forms a key part
of our portfolio of UMTS/W-CDMA
infrastructure equipment
Benefits:
- High capacity
- Highly reliable
- Easy to deploy and maintain
- Field-proven CDMA algorithms
In the rapidly evolving world of UMTS/W-CDMA networks, traffic-critical components such as
the RNC demand superior knowledge and experience in the industry. We have fully utilized
our unchallenged CDMA market leadership to further develop these assets into outstanding,
reliable and scalable 3G radio access platforms.
RNC functionality
The Lucent Radio Network Controller is responsible
for managing the UMTS/W-CDMA radio resources,
including call set-up and tear-down, processing of
voice and data traffic and hard and soft handoff
between cells. It has been specifically designed to
provide high capacity, reliable and highly scalable
radio resource management for operation in 3G
cellular networks. The Lucent RNC makes full use of
open architecture interfaces, proven through an
extensive interoperability program and is therefore
fully capable of deployment in a multi-vendor
UTRAN environment.
Generate more revenue from
UMTS/W-CDMA
We can help you identify the most attractive 3G
opportunities and as the undisputed market leader in
implementing spread spectrum networks, we can
work with you to ensure that your investment
delivers an immediate return. Lucent has built strong
technical partnerships, resulting in proven and
tailored network solutions that allow operators to
attract and retain high-value customers such as
mobile workforces.
High-Speed Data Packet Access (HSDPA), High Speed
Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA) and location services
are crucial in the further enhancement of 3G wireless
data services. As the first to market, Lucent's next
generation UMTS RNC has set new standards in
terms of the processing power, scalability, and
architecture required to efficiently support the latest
data technologies that enable advanced end user
services. The Lucent RNC is built around Lucent's
innovative Flexent Blade Platform (FBP) which uses
standardized off-the-shelf processing technology to
enable faster evolution than custom-built processing
hardware, facilitating both the early roll out of new
features and capacity improvements.
Reduced cost of ownership
The Lucent RNC is based on a high capacity Gigabit
Ethernet backplane and uses standardized off-the-
shelf, commercially available processing technology
to leverage industry standard cost and performance
curves. This enables the Lucent RNC to deliver best in
class capacity for its size in the industry. A single
cabinet is capable of supporting a maximum of 560
Mbps of user data throughput or over 4,300 Erlangs
of voice traffic.
As traffic volume grows, you can expand the RNC
capacity further by implementing a multi-cabinet
system supporting up to 1350 Mbps of user data or
over 13,000 Erlangs of voice traffic.
Backhaul OPEX savings can be realized by the use of
IP for backhaul transport. The Lucent RNC, which is
based on an ethernet backplane, allows a seamless
evolution to an IP-RAN solution via software
upgrade.
Floor space comes at a premium and to enable you to
install the The Lucent RNC in space-constrained
environments, we have eliminated the requirement
for rear maintenance access. This allows the RNC to
be deployed against a wall or 'back-to-back'.
The common platform approach adopted by Lucent
Technologies through the Lucent product range will
reduce costs associated with spares holding, technical
training and technical staff deployment, as the Lucent
FBP platform is used for many other solutions across
our fixed and wireless portfolios.
The Lucent RNC provides best-in-class data and
Erlang footprint efficiency per square meter. For
operators, it translates in keeping OpEx and
deployment costs to a minimum.
Highly scalable
The market-leading capacity offered by the fully
configured system may not be required during the
early stages of network deployments. Therefore, the
Lucent RNC allows traffic and control processing
functions to be scaled independently and cost
effectively in line with traffic growth patterns. The
RNC's ability to support high capacity means CapEx
savings for the wireless operator because as the
number of subscribers increase and extra load is
placed on the network, traffic processing and/or
signaling capacity can be increased incrementally by
adding the appropriate card.
Key benefits of Lucent's RNC for UMTS
- Controls operational costs
- Flexibility to meet any customer need.
- Assures quality of service
- Reduces time to market
Carrier-class reliability
Reliability is key for your reputation and customer
retention. Therefore the Lucent RNC delivers
99.999% carrier-class availability. This impressive
carrier-grade standard is achieved through the use of
two independent dual gigabit Ethernet chassis that
support highly reliable control and traffic processing
cards. Lucent utilize the branded Reliable Cluster
Computing (RCC) architecture to maximize server
reliability, and hot swappable components in "critical
areas." RNC uptime is vital because it translates into
better service reliability, fewer outages, and happier
customers.
Maximized deployment flexibility When planning
UMTS Terrestrial Radio Access Network (UTRAN) for
urban areas, a centralized approach may be the right
solution. In other cases, such as suburban and rural
areas, a decentralized approach with smaller systems
deployed closer to the NodeB equipment with less
leased line utilization may be more appropriate. The
Lucent RNC efficiently supports these different
network topologies. The Lucent RNC also supports
the background download of new features, managed
remotely from our Operations and Maintenance
Centre for UTRAN (OMC-U).
Lucent heritage
Lucent Technologies is able to deliver comprehensive,
highly competitive UMTS/W-CDMA networks, based
on state-of-the-art radio access, core and network
management solutions. Our solutions can be
deployed on your behalf by the largest, global
professional services organization, Lucent Worldwide
Services. We have installed and optimized more
CDMA base stations than any other vendor, and have
deep understanding of the technology and its
applications.
Our UTRAN equipment comprises the Lucent UMTS
Macrocell base station family (Node B) and the
Lucent RNC and NOS OMC-U. We also utilize key
elements from our market-leading PacketStar
portfolio of IP and ATM multi-service network
equipment.
The complete installation and commissioning process is based on the concept of "Plug and Play" requiring no test
equipment. Once the system is installed and switched on, the system runs self-test, determines its own
configuration and makes itself ready to integrate
in the network. Front access cabinet design reduces footprint requirements and associated facilities space. The
installation and commissioning effort on site is minimized to ensure a rapid cost-efficient deployment.
The RNC hardware can be installed at a prepared site in less than four hours by a single technician.
Lucent's RNC can directly terminate Ethernet and STM-1/OC-3 (8+8 per cabinet, up to 24+24 in maximum c
onfiguration) or any combination of E1/T1/J 1, E3/T3/J 3, STM-1/OC-3 or Ethernet via the PacketStar range of
multi-service switches.
Specification Detail
Dimensions (H x W x D) 1825 x 600 x 600 mm (71.8 in x 23.6 in x 23.6 in)
Weight
(Fully loaded cabinet) 350kg (772 lb) maximum
Operational
Environmental Class 3.1E of ETS 300 019-1-3 and Telcordia (NEBS) GR-63-CORE.
Operating temperature
range -5C to +45C; 25C recommended, (23F to 113F; 77F recommended)
Power consumption The power consumption for a fully configured cabinet is less than 2.5kW.53A
nominal current at -48V DC.
Operating voltage Support for nominal operating voltage of -48V DC.The cabinet operates from an
electrical supply meeting the standard ETS 300 132-2.
To learn more about our comprehensive portfolio, please contact your Lucent Technologies Sales Representative or visit our web site at www.lucent.com.
This document is for informational or planning purposes only, and is not intended to create, modify or supplement any Lucent Technologies specifications or
warranties relating to these products or services. Information and/or technical specifications supplied within this document do not waive (directly or indirectly) any
rights or licenses - including but not limited to patents or other protective rights - of Lucent Technologies or others. Specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Doc.No. RNC.10.2006
Copyright 2006
Lucent Technologies Inc.
All rights reserved