A look at the PCRF in EPC Networks, and the Charging Rules that lay at the heart of it all.
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Using FreeDiameter, Python and our newly released “rt_pyform” module to rewrite AVPs in your FreeDiameter based Diameter Routing Agent.
An overview of the who, how and why of Non-IP Data Deliver in NB-IoT cellular services.
A look at why we’d want to apply translations to Diameter AVPs inside a Diameter Routing Agent
Looking at overriding the default Diameter routing logic in FreeDiameter with rt_default
Diving back into the world of Diameter Routing Agents with a look at the logic that defines how a DRA routes traffic from one place to another.
An introduction to Diameter Routing Agents, covering what is a DRA is and why you need them in your life / network.
Filtering for 3gppnetwork.org domains in Wireshark to make your troubleshooting easier
Using OpenSSL to generate self-signed certs for use in FreeDiameter
Step right up folks and test your skills on EPC with this PCAP analysis challllleeennnggeee!
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Backing up and Restoring Open5GS
How to backup and restore Open5Gs config between servers
A glimpse into the complexities of prepaid billing (Online Charging) Diameter based networks.
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Open5GS without NAT
Setting up Open5Gs without a NAT requirement, and the routing required to do so.
A look at how the HSS can update the profile of an already in-use subscription using Insert Subscriber Data Request/Response.
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How UEs get Time in LTE
How does “Network Time” actually get to the UE?
5G introduces Network Slicing, or does it? A look at slicing mechanisms widely used in pre-5G networks.
New database time to support slicing and a migration path for existing users.
A look at MTU and its role in LTE and 5G Transmission.
The Packet Gateway’s purpose in the EPC.
Basic processes and functions of the LTE EPC Serving Gateway (S-GW).