TS 08.06 – MTP and SCCP for BSS-MSC Interface
3GPP TS 08.06 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for MTP and SCCP for BSS-MSC Interface. It is published in 4 releases (Ph2 to R98); the latest version is 7.0.1 in R98.
Defines Message Transfer Part (MTP) and Signalling Connection Control Part (SCCP) for GSM BSS-MSC signalling interface.
Releases and versions of TS 08.06
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Ph2 | 4.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 08.06
Category: Core Network (Signalling Protocols). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 08 series
- TS 08.01 GSM BSS-MSC Interface Introduction
- TS 08.02 Remote Mobile Switching Unit (RMSU) Specification
- TS 08.04 GSM BSS-MSC Physical Layer Specification
- TS 08.08 BSS-MSC Interface Layer 3 Procedures
- TS 08.14 Gb Interface Physical Layer Specification
- TS 08.16 Gb Interface Network Service
- TS 08.18 BSSGP for Gb Interface
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 08.06?
3GPP TS 08.06 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for MTP and SCCP for BSS-MSC Interface. Defines Message Transfer Part (MTP) and Signalling Connection Control Part (SCCP) for GSM BSS-MSC signalling interface.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 08.06?
TS 08.06 is published in 4 releases, from Ph2 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.0.1 (R98).
What category does TS 08.06 belong to?
TS 08.06 belongs to the Core Network (Signalling Protocols) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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