TS 29.344 – PC4a Interface for ProSe between ProSe Function and HSS
3GPP TS 29.344 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for PC4a Interface for ProSe between ProSe Function and HSS. Its official 3GPP title is “Proximity-services (ProSe) Function to Home Subscriber Server (HSS) aspects”. It is published in 8 releases (Rel-12 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.1.0 in Rel-19.
Defines Diameter-based PC4a interface for ProSe subscription data retrieval and update between ProSe Function and HSS.
Releases and versions of TS 29.344
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-14 | 14.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 29.344
Category: Core Network (Proximity Services). Technology generation: 4G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 29.344
- TS 29.272 MME and SGSN Diameter interfaces to HSS/CSS/EIR
- TS 23.007 Restoration procedures
- TS 29.329 Diameter Protocol for Sh Interface
- TS 29.173 Diameter-based SLh Interface for LCS
- TS 24.334 ProSe Protocols and Procedures
- TS 24.333 ProSe Management Objects for UE Configuration
- TS 29.061 Packet Domain Interworking Requirements
- TS 32.251 PS Domain Charging Management
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 32.298 Charging Data Record Specification
- TS 23.303 Proximity Services (ProSe) Stage 2
- TS 33.210 Network Domain Security for IP Networks
Specifications that reference TS 29.344
Other specifications in the 29 series
- TS 29.336 Diameter-based Interfaces for MTC and Packet Data Networks
- TS 29.337 Diameter T4 Interface for MTC Device Triggering
- TS 29.338 Diameter protocols for SMS in MME/5GS
- TS 29.343 PC2 Reference Point Stage 3 Specification
- TS 29.345 Diameter-based PC6/PC7 interfaces for ProSe
- TS 29.364 IMS AS Service Data Descriptions
- TS 29.368 Tsp Reference Point Stage 3 Specification
- TS 29.369 Nadm Service-Based Interface for Ambient IoT
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 29.344?
3GPP TS 29.344 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for PC4a Interface for ProSe between ProSe Function and HSS. Defines Diameter-based PC4a interface for ProSe subscription data retrieval and update between ProSe Function and HSS.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 29.344?
TS 29.344 is published in 8 releases, from Rel-12 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.1.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 29.344 belong to?
TS 29.344 belongs to the Core Network (Proximity Services) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 4G networks.
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