Rel-4 Core Network 2G Intermediate

TS 23.054 – Shared Interworking Function (SIWF) Stage 2

Defines architecture and procedures for a shared interworking function in GSM networks, enabling multiple MSCs to share data/fax IWF resources.

Release
Rel-4
Category
Core Network
Subcategory
Interworking
Network Layer
CoreNetwork
Technology
2G
Business Impact
Medium

What is TS 23.054?

TS 23.054 (Rel-4) — Shared Interworking Function (SIWF) Stage 2. Defines architecture and procedures for a shared interworking function in GSM networks, enabling multiple MSCs to share data/fax IWF resources. Primary function: Protocol Definition. Category: Core Network (Interworking). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.

Who should read this specification?

Implementation notes

Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.

Key Technologies

GSMCircuit Switched Data

Related Glossary Terms

SIWFGSMINFOPSTNTOSNFPLMNIWFTCHCSFNCOND

Related Topics

Lawful Intercept

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 3GPP TS 23.054?

3GPP TS 23.054 (Rel-4) is the 3GPP specification for Shared Interworking Function (SIWF) Stage 2. Defines architecture and procedures for a shared interworking function in GSM networks, enabling multiple MSCs to share data/fax IWF resources.

Which 3GPP release is TS 23.054 part of?

TS 23.054 is part of 3GPP Rel-4. The latest known version on 3GPP Explorer is 1300.

What does TS 23.054 specify?

Protocol Definition.

What category does TS 23.054 belong to?

TS 23.054 belongs to the Core Network (Interworking) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.

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