TS 09.16 – Gs Interface Signalling Transport Specification
3GPP TS 09.16 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Gs Interface Signalling Transport Specification. It is published in 3 releases (R97 to R99); the latest version is 1110 in R99.
Specifies MTP and SCCP subset for reliable signalling transport between SGSN and VLR in GSM/GPRS networks.
Releases and versions of TS 09.16
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R99 | 1110 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R98 | 7.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 09.16
Category: Core Network (Signalling Protocols). 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 09 series
- TS 09.11 Interworking between A interface and MAP for SS
- TS 09.12 ISDN-GSM PLMN Signalling Interface v2
- TS 09.13 CCBS Interworking MAP-SSAP Protocol
- TS 09.14 ISDN-GSM PLMN Signalling Interface
- TS 09.18 GSM Gs Interface Specification
- TS 09.31 BSSAP LCS Extension Specification
- TS 09.60 GPRS Tunnelling Protocol (GTP) Specification
- TS 09.61 GPRS Interworking Requirements
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 09.16?
3GPP TS 09.16 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Gs Interface Signalling Transport Specification. Specifies MTP and SCCP subset for reliable signalling transport between SGSN and VLR in GSM/GPRS networks.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 09.16?
TS 09.16 is published in 3 releases, from R97 to R99. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 1110 (R99).
What category does TS 09.16 belong to?
TS 09.16 belongs to the Core Network (Signalling Protocols) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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