TS 29.016 – Gs Interface: Signalling Transport Specification
3GPP TS 29.016 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Gs Interface: Signalling Transport Specification. It is published in 12 releases (Rel-8 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Specifies MTP and SCCP subsets for reliable BSSAP+ message transport between SGSN and VLR over Gs interface.
Releases and versions of TS 29.016
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-14 | 14.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 29.016
Category: Core Network (Signalling Protocols). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 29.016
- TS 49.008 BSSAP on E-interface for inter-MSC handover
- TS 29.018 SGSN-VLR Interface (Gs) Procedures
- TS 22.001 Circuit Telecommunication Services in PLMN
- TS 22.002 Circuit Bearer Services Definition
- TS 22.003 Circuit Teleservices in PLMN
- TS 43.064 GPRS Radio Interface Lower-Layer Functions
- TS 24.002 PLMN Access Reference Configuration
- TS 22.060 GPRS Stage 1 Service Description
- TS 24.007 Layer 3 Architecture for GSM/UMTS/EPS/5GS
- TS 24.008 NAS Call, Mobility and Session Procedures
- TS 44.065 GPRS SNDCP Specification
- TS 48.060 Inband Control of Remote Transcoder/Rate Adaptors
Specifications that reference TS 29.016
Other specifications in the 29 series
- TS 29.007 PLMN-PSTN/ISDN Interworking Requirements
- TS 29.010 Signalling interworking for core and access networks
- TS 29.011 Interworking for Supplementary Services
- TS 29.013 MAP-SSAP Interworking for CCBS Service
- TS 29.018 SGSN-VLR Interface (Gs) Procedures
- TS 29.060 GPRS Tunnelling Protocol (GTP) version 1
- TS 29.061 Packet Domain Interworking Requirements
- TS 29.078 CAMEL Phase 4 CAP Specification
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 29.016?
3GPP TS 29.016 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Gs Interface: Signalling Transport Specification. Specifies MTP and SCCP subsets for reliable BSSAP+ message transport between SGSN and VLR over Gs interface.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 29.016?
TS 29.016 is published in 12 releases, from Rel-8 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 29.016 belong to?
TS 29.016 belongs to the Core Network (Signalling Protocols) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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