TS 04.63 – Packet Data on Signalling Channels
3GPP TS 04.63 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Packet Data on Signalling Channels. It is published in 3 releases (R96 to R98); the latest version is 7.0.0 in R98.
Specifies protocols for packet data connection management on signalling channels, including PDSS1 and PDSS2 protocols for mobile stations and networks.
Releases and versions of TS 04.63
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 04.63
Category: Core Network (NAS). 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 04 series
- TS 04.53 Tandem Free Operation (TFO) Protocol
- TS 04.56 CTS Radio Interface Layer 3 Procedures
- TS 04.57 CTS Supervising Management Procedures
- TS 04.60 GPRS RLC/MAC Procedures for Radio Interface
- TS 04.64 LAPG Protocol Specification for GPRS
- TS 04.65 GPRS SNDCP Protocol Specification
- TS 04.67 Enhanced MLPP Service Procedures
- TS 04.68 Group Call Control Protocol for VGCS
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 04.63?
3GPP TS 04.63 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Packet Data on Signalling Channels. Specifies protocols for packet data connection management on signalling channels, including PDSS1 and PDSS2 protocols for mobile stations and networks.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 04.63?
TS 04.63 is published in 3 releases, from R96 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.0.0 (R98).
What category does TS 04.63 belong to?
TS 04.63 belongs to the Core Network (NAS) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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