RANAP

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RANAP (Radio Access Network Application Part)[1] protocol is used in UMTS signaling
between the Core Network, which can be a MSC or SGSN, and the UTRAN. RANAP is
carried over Iu-interface.
RANAP signalling protocol resides in the control plane of Radio network layer of Iu
interface in the UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunication System) protocol stack. Iu
interface is the interface between RNC (Radio Network Controller) and CN (Core
Network). nb. For Iu-ps transport RANAP is carried on SCTP.
[edit] Functionality
RANAP is used for the following tasks:
• Relocation
• Radio Access Bearer Management
• Paging
• Transport of signalling between a UE and the Core Network (Non Access Stratum
signalling)
[edit] References
1. ^ RANAP Specifications

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