TS 03.09 – GSM Handover Procedures Specification
3GPP TS 03.09 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for GSM Handover Procedures Specification. It is published in 4 releases (Ph2 to R98); the latest version is 7.0.0 in R98.
Defines handover procedures for GSM PLMNs, covering intra-MSC and inter-MSC handovers to maintain mobile station connections during movement between BSS areas.
Releases and versions of TS 03.09
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Ph2 | 4.6.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 03.09
Category: Core Network (Mobility Management). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 03 series
- TS 03.04 Mobile Call Routing Procedures
- TS 03.05 GSM PLMN Technical Performance Objectives
- TS 03.07 Location Register Data Restoration Procedures
- TS 03.08 Subscriber Data in HLR, VLR, and GSNs
- TS 03.10 GSM PLMN Connection Types Definition
- TS 03.11 GSM Supplementary Services Technical Framework
- TS 03.12 Location Registration Procedures
- TS 03.13 GSM Discontinuous Reception Overview
Related glossary terms
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 03.09?
3GPP TS 03.09 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for GSM Handover Procedures Specification. Defines handover procedures for GSM PLMNs, covering intra-MSC and inter-MSC handovers to maintain mobile station connections during movement between BSS areas.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 03.09?
TS 03.09 is published in 4 releases, from Ph2 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.0.0 (R98).
What category does TS 03.09 belong to?
TS 03.09 belongs to the Core Network (Mobility Management) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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