TS 43.318 – Generic Access Network (GAN) Stage 2
3GPP TS 43.318 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Generic Access Network (GAN) Stage 2. It is published in 12 releases (Rel-8 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Stage 2 service description for Generic Access Network (GAN), extending GSM/GPRS/UMTS services over IP.
Releases and versions of TS 43.318
| 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 | 14.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 43.318
Category: Radio Access (Network Convergence). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. 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
Specifications referenced by TS 43.318
- TS 43.020 Security Procedures for GSM
- TS 48.004 BSS-MSC Interface Physical Layer Structure
- TS 48.006 BSS-MSC interface: Layer 2 and SCCP spec
- TS 48.008 BSS-MSC Interface Layer 3 Procedures
- TS 48.014 Gb Interface Physical Layer Specification
- TS 48.016 Gb Interface Network Service Specification
- TS 48.018 BSS-SGSN Interface for GPRS Control
- TS 43.059 GERAN LCS Stage 2 Specification
- TS 45.008 GSM Radio Link Control Specification
- TS 23.002 3GPP System Architecture Overview
- TS 23.009 Handover Procedures in PLMNs
- TS 23.271 LCS Stage 2 Specification
Specifications that reference TS 43.318
- TS 29.212 Diameter-Based PCC Reference Points
- TS 44.060 GERAN RLC/MAC Protocol Specification
- TS 43.129 PS Handover in GERAN A/Gb and GAN Modes
- TS 44.318 Generic Access Network (GAN) Interface Procedures
- TR 26.914 Multimedia Telephony over IP Optimization
- TR 33.969 Security for Public Warning System (PWS)
- TR 43.902 GAN Enhancements Feasibility Study
Other specifications in the 43 series
- TS 43.073 SoLSA (Support of Localised Service Area) - Stage 2
- TS 43.129 PS Handover in GERAN A/Gb and GAN Modes
- TS 43.130 Iur-g Interface Overview
- TS 43.246 MBMS in GERAN Stage 2 Specification
- TR 43.801 VAMOS Enhancements Study for GERAN
- TR 43.802 GERAN Enhancements for Mobile Data Applications
- TR 43.868 GERAN Improvements for MTC Feasibility Study
- TR 43.869 MTC Power Saving Study for GERAN
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 43.318?
3GPP TS 43.318 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Generic Access Network (GAN) Stage 2. Stage 2 service description for Generic Access Network (GAN), extending GSM/GPRS/UMTS services over IP.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 43.318?
TS 43.318 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 43.318 belong to?
TS 43.318 belongs to the Radio Access (Network Convergence) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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