TS 08.16 – Gb Interface Network Service
3GPP TS 08.16 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Gb Interface Network Service. It is published in 4 releases (R96 to R99); the latest version is 1100 in R99.
Specifies Network Service for Gb interface between BSS and SGSN in GPRS, including addressing, virtual connections, and congestion management.
Releases and versions of TS 08.16
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R99 | 1100 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R98 | 7.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 08.16
Category: Core Network (Gb Interface). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 08 series
- TS 08.04 GSM BSS-MSC Physical Layer Specification
- TS 08.06 MTP and SCCP for BSS-MSC Interface
- TS 08.08 BSS-MSC Interface Layer 3 Procedures
- TS 08.14 Gb Interface Physical Layer Specification
- TS 08.18 BSSGP for Gb Interface
- TS 08.20 Rate Adaptation Functions for GSM PLMN
- TS 08.31 SMLCPP Protocol for SMLC Communication
- TS 08.51 BSC-BTS Interface General Aspects
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 08.16?
3GPP TS 08.16 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Gb Interface Network Service. Specifies Network Service for Gb interface between BSS and SGSN in GPRS, including addressing, virtual connections, and congestion management.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 08.16?
TS 08.16 is published in 4 releases, from R96 to R99. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 1100 (R99).
What category does TS 08.16 belong to?
TS 08.16 belongs to the Core Network (Gb Interface) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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