TS 08.08 – BSS-MSC Interface Layer 3 Procedures
3GPP TS 08.08 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for BSS-MSC Interface Layer 3 Procedures. It is published in 4 releases (Ph2 to R98); the latest version is 7.7.0 in R98.
Defines layer 3 procedures for BSS-MSC interface controlling GSM services, including call control, mobility management, and resource allocation between BSS and MSC.
Releases and versions of TS 08.08
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.7.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.12.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Ph2 | 4.12.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 08.08
Category: Core Network (Mobility Management). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
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 08.06 MTP and SCCP for BSS-MSC Interface
- TS 08.14 Gb Interface Physical Layer Specification
- TS 08.16 Gb Interface Network Service
- TS 08.18 BSSGP for Gb Interface
- TS 08.20 Rate Adaptation Functions for GSM PLMN
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 08.08?
3GPP TS 08.08 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for BSS-MSC Interface Layer 3 Procedures. Defines layer 3 procedures for BSS-MSC interface controlling GSM services, including call control, mobility management, and resource allocation between BSS and MSC.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 08.08?
TS 08.08 is published in 4 releases, from Ph2 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.7.0 (R98).
What category does TS 08.08 belong to?
TS 08.08 belongs to the Core Network (Mobility Management) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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