TS 23.521 – SMS over generic 3GPP IP access Stage 2
3GPP TS 23.521 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for SMS over generic 3GPP IP access Stage 2. It is part of 3GPP Rel-8 (version 8.0.0).
Endorsement of 3GPP TS 23.204 for SMS over IP in NGN, with TISPAN modifications for IMS-based messaging.
Releases and versions of TS 23.521
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-8 | 8.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 23.521
Category: Services (Messaging). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: Services.
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 23 series
- TS 23.508 Presence Service for NGN Stage 2
- TS 23.509 ETSI Endorsement of IMS Emergency Services
- TS 23.511 XDM Architecture for NGN
- TS 23.517 IMS Core Architecture for TISPAN NGN
- TS 23.527 5G Restoration Procedures for N4 Interface
- TS 23.540 5G Service-Based SMS Architecture
- TS 23.542 PIN Application Enabler Layer Architecture
- TS 23.548 5G Edge Computing Stage 2 Architecture
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 23.521?
3GPP TS 23.521 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for SMS over generic 3GPP IP access Stage 2. Endorsement of 3GPP TS 23.204 for SMS over IP in NGN, with TISPAN modifications for IMS-based messaging.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 23.521?
TS 23.521 is part of 3GPP Rel-8. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 8.0.0 (Rel-8).
What category does TS 23.521 belong to?
TS 23.521 belongs to the Services (Messaging) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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