TS 38.410 – NG-RAN; NG General Aspects and Principles
3GPP TS 38.410 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for NG-RAN; NG General Aspects and Principles. It is published in 5 releases (Rel-15 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.2.0 in Rel-19.
Defines NG-RAN architecture, NG interface principles, functions, and capabilities for connecting RAN to 5GC.
Releases and versions of TS 38.410
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 38.410
Primary function: Specification and Protocol Definition. Category: Core Network (NG Interface Architecture). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Protocols and interfaces
Protocols: NAS, NGAP, GTP-U
Interfaces: N1, N2, N3, NG-C, NG-U
Key use cases
- VoNR
- Network Slicing
- Mobility Management
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 38.410
- TS 38.455 NR Positioning Protocol A
- TS 36.300 E-UTRAN Radio Interface Protocol Architecture
- TS 23.247 5G Multicast and Broadcast Services
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 38.411 NG Interface Layer 1 Specification
- TS 38.412 NG Signalling Transport
- TS 38.413 NG Application Protocol (NGAP) Specification
- TS 38.414 NG Interface User Plane Protocol
- TS 23.502 5G System Procedures
- TS 38.300 NR and NG-RAN Overall Description
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 38.415 PDU Session User Plane Protocol
Specifications that reference TS 38.410
Other specifications in the 38 series
- TS 38.351 Sidelink Relay Adaptation Protocol (SRAP)
- TS 38.355 Sidelink Positioning Protocol (SLPP) Specification
- TS 38.391 Ambient IoT MAC Protocol
- TS 38.401 NG-RAN Architecture Description
- TS 38.411 NG Interface Layer 1 Specification
- TS 38.412 NG Signalling Transport
- TS 38.413 NG Application Protocol (NGAP) Specification
- TS 38.414 NG Interface User Plane Protocol
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 38.410?
3GPP TS 38.410 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for NG-RAN; NG General Aspects and Principles. Defines NG-RAN architecture, NG interface principles, functions, and capabilities for connecting RAN to 5GC.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 38.410?
TS 38.410 is published in 5 releases, from Rel-15 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.2.0 (Rel-19).
What does TS 38.410 specify?
Specification and Protocol Definition.
What category does TS 38.410 belong to?
TS 38.410 belongs to the Core Network (NG Interface Architecture) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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