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Course Outline
Introduction to IP RAN Routers
- Defining roles and responsibilities within the mobile network ecosystem
- Comparing logical versus physical deployment models
- Identifying key performance metrics and design requirements
Router Hardware, Interfaces, and Physical Connections
- Overview of standard hardware components and port types
- Establishing interfaces with RAN equipment and transport networks
- Considerations for fiber and microwave connectivity
IP Networking Basics for RAN Applications
- Strategies for IP addressing and subnetting
- Techniques for VLANs, VRFs, and network segmentation
- Managing MTU, packet fragmentation, and path MTU discovery
Routing Protocols and Network Topologies
- Designing and implementing OSPF for RAN contexts
- Using BGP for inter-domain and peering arrangements
- Handling route redistribution and policy-based controls
Quality of Service and Traffic Engineering
- Methods for traffic classification and policing
- Selecting appropriate queuing strategies and scheduling algorithms
- Applying MPLS TE or segment routing where applicable
High Availability, Resilience, and Redundancy
- Evaluating router redundancy models and failover mechanisms
- Implementing fast reroute and protection strategies
- Designing for uninterrupted service and graceful degradation
Security, Access Control, and System Hardening
- Protecting the control and management planes
- Best practices for ACLs, authentication, and authorization
- Addressing supply chain integrity and physical security risks
Deployment, Commissioning, and Troubleshooting
- Creating configuration templates and following staging best practices
- Conducting root-cause analysis and debugging common faults
- Executing field commissioning checklists and acceptance tests
Management, Monitoring, and Automation
- Leveraging telemetry, SNMP, and syslog for RAN router oversight
- Exploring automation via scripting, templates, and orchestration
- Monitoring performance and planning for capacity needs
Summary and Path Forward
Requirements
- A solid grasp of fundamental IP networking concepts
- Working knowledge of routing and switching principles
- Basic familiarity with RAN architecture and associated terminology
Target Audience
- Network engineers and operators
- RAN engineers and network planners
- Telecom field service and operations personnel
14 Hours
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