TR 38.816 – CU-DU Lower Layer Split for NR
3GPP TR 38.816 is the 3GPP Technical Report for CU-DU Lower Layer Split for NR. It is part of 3GPP Rel-15 (version 15.0.0).
Studies functional split options between gNB Central and Distributed Units for New Radio, analyzing fronthaul bandwidth and operational impacts.
Releases and versions of TR 38.816
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-15 | 15.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TR 38.816
Category: Radio Access (Architecture and Interfaces). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: RAN.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 38 series
- TR 38.812 Study on NOMA for NR
- TR 38.813 NR Frequency Range 3.3-4.2 GHz Technical Report
- TR 38.814 NR 4.4-5.0 GHz Band Technical Report
- TR 38.815 NR Frequency Range 24.25-29.5 GHz Study
- TR 38.817-01 NR UE RF General Aspects
- TR 38.817-02 NR Base Station RF General Aspects
- TR 38.819 Band n65 for New Radio Technical Report
- TR 38.820 NR; 7-24 GHz Frequency Range Study
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TR 38.816?
3GPP TR 38.816 is the 3GPP Technical Report for CU-DU Lower Layer Split for NR. Studies functional split options between gNB Central and Distributed Units for New Radio, analyzing fronthaul bandwidth and operational impacts.
Which 3GPP releases include TR 38.816?
TR 38.816 is part of 3GPP Rel-15. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 15.0.0 (Rel-15).
What category does TR 38.816 belong to?
TR 38.816 belongs to the Radio Access (Architecture and Interfaces) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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