5G SA network design fundamentals
A standard 5G SA architecture uses only one radio technology called 5G NR, along with a 5G core. In addition to enhancements in the wireless and core networks, to deliver low latency and high reliability, the IP core network had to also undergo a major transformation. The data traffic from the radio network is transferred to the 5G core network by a large network of switches and routers. There have been enhancements in the routing domain that have reduced the latency of such carrier backhaul networks immensely. Two such examples are the emergence of segment routing and the SD-WAN networks.
These highly intelligent and programmable networks can transport large volumes of data with minimum delay and high accuracy.
Essential precursors
In this section, we will go over the most important considerations to keep in mind when designing a network. As the 5G technology provides unprecedented levels of flexibility in design, it also brings in the chance...
