Course 530: WiMAX Core/IP Network Design and Implementation
Course #:
530
Course Type:
On-site & Public
Duration:
3 days
Price:
$2199
Description
WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access- IEEE 802.16) is a standards-based wireless technology (an implementation of 802.16: 802.16-2004 and 802.16e) that provides high-throughput broadband connections. WiMAX can be used for a number of applications, including "last mile" broadband connections, hotspot and cellular backhaul, and high-speed enterprise connectivity for businesses.
This course provides an overview of WiMax core network technologies and standards. Other important topics such as protocol layers, QoS, throughput, network planning, traffic engineering, testing and security are discussed.
After a general introduction to wireless networks, this practical course moves quickly into the WiMax (802.16-2004, 802.16e) core network planning, design, implementation,security, QoS and mobility issues. Real-world experiences through case studies and implementation tips located throughout the course reference material.
This program combines dynamic expert presentations, live discussions on real-life situations faced by participants, case studies and hands-on workshops adapted to the business and organizational realities of participants. Complete training material is provided to all participants for future references and follow-up action plans.
Objectives
This course provides the fundamental principles of WiMAX core network planning, design, traffic engineering and implementation. It provides the knowledge necessary to evaluate WiMAX core network solutions, network design associated with traffic engineering for TDM, VoIP, IPTV and broadband data.
After successfully completing the course the student will:
Understand the basic concepts of 802.16-2004 and 802.16e access technologies
Understand the technical implementation of different types of 802.16-2004 and 802.16e
Provide an essential introduction to WiMAX current and emerging voice, data and video technologies
Gain a general understanding of WiMAX network planning, coverage and capacity
Explore the requirements and the actions to take for the WiMAX planning, design and deployment
Explore the latest enabling technologies, such as voice characteristics, compression standards and quality of service (QoS) used in VoIP implementation of WiMAX
Be able to select the most effective WiMAX core network type from a wide assortment of recent and emerging implementations
Be able to perform a more efficient design and operational support of WiMAX core network
Course Outline
Broadband Wireless Access: An introduction to WiMAX
WiMAX as a WirelessMAN
Application and Services
Last mile Broadband Connections
Hotspot and Cellular Backhaul
High-speed Enterprise Connectivity
Current Deployments
Legacy PSTN
WiMAX as PSTN and Cellular Network Bypass
WiMAX as PSTN and Cellular Network Bypass (using softswitches)
WiMAX as Cable or SAT TV Bypass
WiMAX as Backhaul Bypass
IEEE 802.16-2004 Enhanced Support for Indoor CPE
IEEE 802.16e as an Extension to IEEE 802.16-2004
802.16e and Data Mobility to the Current Standards
802.16-2004: 256 OFDM PHY Mode of the 802.16-2004
WiMAX and WiBro
Implementation Scenarios and Market Opportunities
WiMAX Protocols
PHY Layer
MAC Layer
ATM and Packet CS
The network Layer
The transport Layer
Application Layer
802.16 Medium Access Control (MAC)
MAC Layer Operations
MAC Frame Structure
MAC Frame Typeand Classes
QoS on IEEE 802.16
High bit rates (up to 268 mbps each way)
Delivering ATM Compatible QoS: UGS, rtPS, nrtPS, and Best Effort
Implementation Challenges on MAC and QoS
Security Sublayer
Security Basics
Standard Defenses
Denial of Service Attacks
Hackers
Intrusion Detection Systems
Network Monitoring
Threats
Securing 802.16 Networks
PKM Protocol
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
Rogue Detection, IDS, Policy Enforcement
Policy Management
Wireless Policy Violations
AAA and Radius
802.1X Authentication and Access Control
802.1X Key Management
Message Integrity
Three Models of Connectivity
Setting Up the DHCP Server
Setting Up the Routing and Remote Access (VPN) Server
Setting Up IPSec over L2TP
Setting Up the VPN Client
User-specific Security Policies and Roaming across Subnets
Best Practices for a Secure Wireless Solution
Tools and Products
Data, Voice and Video over WiMAX
Delivery of Voice-over-IP (VoIP) Services
Terminals or Endpoints
IP Phones
Media Converter
Media Gateway/PSTN Gateway
Media Gateway Controller or Gatekeeper or Proxy Server or Softswitch
Signaling Gateway
Application Server
Media Server
SIP Servers
QoS and VoIP
Component for Reliable, High-quality Voice and Video Transmission
Real Traffic Examples and Applications
Core Network Planning and Design
Core network Capacity Planning
Carrier-grade VoIP Architecture for WiMAX
Softswitch Technologies in WiMAX
WiMAX Subscriber Features Supported by Softswitches
Managing a WiMAX Core Implementation
Requirements Analysis Steps
Rules of Thumb Don't Work
Network Scenarios
Interworking and coexistence with mobile and cellular networks
Architecture
Physical Architecture
Service Deployments
Network Management and QoS
Security
Optimization
Implementing a WiMAX Network
Designing and Planning a WiMAX network
Design, Implementation and Maintenance Concepts Necessary for Building WiMAX Networks
Preparing for Operational Support of a 802.16
Services and Service Classes
Data, Voice, and Video Traffic Requirements
Performance Issues
QoS Requirements and Enhancements
Diffserv, RSVP and MPLS in WiMAX Core
Security Requirements
Traffic Engineering Concepts Applied to WiMAX
Backoffice System Requirements
Customer Authorization System
Billing Data Collection
Network Monitoring and Control
Billing System
Trouble Ticketing
Design Considerations and Requirements
Today's Deployments
IP Access, PPPoE tunneling, IP VPN, Layer 2 VPN, VoIP, IPTV
Impact of IPv6 and MPLS
Impact of 802.16e
Impact of 802.16f
Impact of 802.16g
Access Service Networks (ASN)
Primitives for Radio Resource Management (RRM)
Connectivity Service Networks (CSN)
Workshops and Labs
Traffic Engineering Caluclations and Examples
Lines and IP Bandwidth Calculation
Erlangs to VoIP Bandwidth Calculation
The Erlangs and Bandwidth Calculation
TDM (Legacy Voice), VoIP and Video Traffic Scenarios
WiMAX in an Urban Area Core Network Design and Traffic Calucltaion
Anyone who require knowledge of WiMax core network planning and design. Anyone who needs to implement a wireless extensions to an existing MAN-Network. Design engineers, Field engineers, Test engineers, software and hardware engineers will benefits from the workshops. Network managers and personnel responsible for core network planning, design traffic engineering and traffic management, and engineers and planners looking to complement their skill-set by gaining a sound understanding of WiMAX core network and traffic engineering concepts.
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of TDM and IP is networks is recommended.
Testimonials
Excellent course! Excellent Instructor! I was very satisfied with the quality of the class. The instructor was very knowledgeable and flexible. He tried to satisfy all the attendees.
Petr Foltyn, Damovo WiMAX Fundamentals
The course was technically excellent. The instructor worked well at modifying the contents.
Jonatan Segev, Comsys WiMAX Fundamentals
In overall, I rate this course "Excellent". The instructor was putting a lot of effort to satisfy us all. Very good lecturer.
Yuval Dorfan, Comsys WiMAX Fundamentals
This is a second course that I am taking with this company and I am very satisfied. Again the material are very well balanced and after finishing this class I know that I have learned a lot. The instructor knew all the materials and he delivered them very well. I recommend this course to every one. Jeremy Jones, Digicel, Eastern Caribbean WiMAX Fundamentals
This is an excellent course. The instructor knows the material very well and he communicates with class very well. The group sessions were very useful, this exercise gave us an opportunity to do a case study that gave a feel for all aspects that should be considered from the planning to implementation stage of a WIMAX network. I strongly suggest this class to every one. Ron Howell, Digicel, Jamaica WiMAX Fundamentals
The instructor who teaches this course knows all the material and he communicates with every one in class and makes sure that every one is learning the lessons. We (students) openly exchanged our ideas in the class and the instructor helped us to develop and learn from each other's ideas. I strongly recommend this class to those who need it. Gilbert Morle, Digicel, Jamaica WiMAX Fundamentals
I am glad that I took this class, learned a lot from a very knowledgeable instructor. I recommend this class to others. Emile Van, Digicel, Jamaica WiMAX Fundamentals
Very knowledgeable instructor and an excellent course. I recommend this course to all. Oneal Campbell, Digicel, Jamaica WiMAX Fundamentals
Excellent course! Excellent Instructor! I was very satisfied with the quality of the class. The instructor was very knowledgeable and flexible. He tried to satisfy all the attendees.