TS 03.16 – HLR-VLR-SGSN Subscriber Data Management
3GPP TS 03.16 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for HLR-VLR-SGSN Subscriber Data Management. It is published in 4 releases (Ph2 to R98); the latest version is 7.7.0 in R98.
Defines procedures for subscriber data handling between HLR, VLR, and SGSN including location updates, restoration, and operator/subscriber modifications.
Releases and versions of TS 03.16
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.7.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Ph2 | 4.2.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 03.16
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 03.12 Location Registration Procedures
- TS 03.13 GSM Discontinuous Reception Overview
- TS 03.14 DTMF Support in GSM System
- TS 03.15 Operator Determined Barring (ODB) for GSM
- TS 03.18 GSM Basic Call Handling Specification
- TS 03.19 SIM API Specification for Java Card
- TS 03.20 GSM Security Network Functions
- TS 03.22 GSM Idle Mode Operation and Procedures
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 03.16?
3GPP TS 03.16 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for HLR-VLR-SGSN Subscriber Data Management. Defines procedures for subscriber data handling between HLR, VLR, and SGSN including location updates, restoration, and operator/subscriber modifications.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 03.16?
TS 03.16 is published in 4 releases, from Ph2 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.7.0 (R98).
What category does TS 03.16 belong to?
TS 03.16 belongs to the Core Network (Mobility Management) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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