Abstract
The need for high speed, high bandwidth data drives the evolution of wireless networks from 2G to 3G. The radio network controller is one of the key network elements in the 3G wireless network as it handles both circuit switched and packet switched data and also the associated signaling in both domains. Therefore the dimensioning of this network element, in terms of control processors, network processors and addressing the terminating link capacities is crucial from the operator’s point of view.

This white paper describes an approach for the dimensioning of the radio network controller in the 3G wireless network. It also explains the RNC architecture and configurations through examples.

Author Srivatsa K N

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