SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003
(Main)Telecommunications Management Network (TMN); Information models and protocols for the management and control of the Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) switching network element; Part 1: Q3 interface specification
General Information
- Abstract
B-ISDN information model for the management & control of the ATM switch, control plane functions required to support signalling. Protocols for the management information transfer on the Q3 interface.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Oct-2003
- Technical Committee
- SPN - Services and Protocols for Networks
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Nov-2003
- Due Date
- 01-Nov-2003
- Completion Date
- 01-Nov-2003
Overview
SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003 specifies the requirements for the Q3 interface within the Telecommunications Management Network (TMN) for the management and control of the Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) switching network element. The standard focuses on defining the information models and protocols essential to configure, monitor, and manage ATM switches utilized in Broadband Integrated Services Digital Network (B-ISDN). Emphasis is placed on the control plane functions required to support signalling, and the exchange of management information across a standardized interface.
The Q3 interface provides a framework for the efficient transfer of management information between network elements, operations systems, and mediation devices, ensuring seamless network operations and integrated management.
Keywords: TMN, ATM switch management, B-ISDN, Q3 interface, signalling, network element, information model, management protocol.
Key Topics
- Information Models for ATM Switch Management
The standard defines abstract data models and managed object classes for representing ATM switch configuration, customer administration, call routing, and adaptation layers. - Q3 Interface Protocols
Specifies protocol stacks and mapping to the Common Management Information Protocol (CMIP) for robust management information transfer. - Control Plane Function Management
Describes support for managing and controlling key signalling channels within ATM switche environments. - Configuration, Fault, and Performance Management
Explains mechanisms for real-time network monitoring, fault isolation, and performance analysis. - Entity-Relationship Modelling
Utilizes standardized modelling techniques to capture relationships among various network entities, aiding interoperability and scalability. - Reference Scenarios and Architectures
Provides models illustrating the location and operation of the Q3 interface within different ATM network contexts, including both SDH and cell-based lower layers. - Object Class Definitions
Catalogs formal definitions of managed objects and their inheritance, conforming to established ITU-T recommendations.
Applications
The practical value of SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003 is significant for operators, vendors, and integrators dealing with ATM networks in broadband environments, such as:
- Service Provider Network Management
Enables centralized configuration and administration of ATM switches, streamlining broadband service delivery. - Fault and Performance Monitoring
Institutes consistent protocols for detecting and responding to network issues, thus reducing downtime and facilitating proactive management. - Interworking Across Heterogeneous Networks
Facilitates interoperability among multi-vendor equipment by adhering to uniform information models and standardized interfaces. - Adaptation and Scalability
Modular object classes and information models make it easier to adapt the management layer as network requirements evolve, including integration with newer B-ISDN and ATM adaptation layers. - Integration with Operations Support Systems (OSS)
The Q3 interface forms a critical bridge to OSS, supporting a range of management functions from customer provisioning to route optimization.
Related Standards
This standard closely aligns with and references several key international specifications, including:
- ITU-T Recommendations
- M.3010: Principles for a Telecommunications Management Network
- I.751: Asynchronous Transfer Mode Management of the Network Element View
- Q.824.6: Broadband Switch Management
- I.363.5: ATM Adaptation Layer Specification
- Q.821, Q.822: TMN Management Functions for Alarm and Performance Management
- ETSI Standards
- EN 300 820-1: Management Information Model for Cross Connect Networks
- ETS 300 469: Management of B-ISDN Network Element View
SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003 serves as a foundational document for telecommunications professionals focused on ATM switch management, underpinning consistent network operations, efficient management information exchange, and alignment with global best practices in telecom network management.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Telecommunications Management Network (TMN); Information models and protocols for the management and control of the Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) switching network element; Part 1: Q3 interface specification". This standard covers: B-ISDN information model for the management & control of the ATM switch, control plane functions required to support signalling. Protocols for the management information transfer on the Q3 interface.
B-ISDN information model for the management & control of the ATM switch, control plane functions required to support signalling. Protocols for the management information transfer on the Q3 interface.
SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 33.040.35 - Telephone networks. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.LQKURQHJDTelecommunications Management Network (TMN); Information models and protocols for the management and control of the Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) switching network element; Part 1: Q3 interface specification33.040.35Telefonska omrežjaTelephone networksICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 301 064-1 Version 1.1.2SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003en01-november-2003SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003SLOVENSKI
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EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2 (1999-01)European Standard (Telecommunications series)Telecommunications Management Network (TMN);Information models and protocols for the management andcontrol of the Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM)switching network element;Part 1: Q3 interface specificationSIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003
ETSIEN 301 064-1 V1.1.2 (1999-01)2ReferenceDEN/TMN-00046-1 (9uo90idc.PDF)Keywordsbroadband, control, ISDN, NNI, protocol, Q3interface, switching, UNIETSIPostal addressF-06921 Sophia Antipolis Cedex - FRANCEOffice address650 Route des Lucioles - Sophia AntipolisValbonne - FRANCETel.: +33 4 92 94 42 00
Fax: +33 4 93 65 47 16Siret N° 348 623 562 00017 - NAF 742 CAssociation à but non lucratif enregistrée à laSous-Préfecture de Grasse (06) N° 7803/88Internetsecretariat@etsi.frIndividual copies of this ETSI deliverablecan be downloaded fromhttp://www.etsi.orgIf you find errors in the present document, send yourcomment to: editor@etsi.frCopyright NotificationNo part may be reproduced except as authorized by written permission.The copyright and the foregoing restriction extend to reproduction in all media.© European Telecommunications Standards Institute 1999.All rights reserved.SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003
ETSIEN 301 064-1 V1.1.2 (1999-01)3ContentsIntellectual Property Rights.4Foreword.41Scope.52References.52.1Normative references.52.2Informative references.63Definitions and abbreviations.73.1Definitions.73.2Abbreviations.73.3Conventions.74Information model diagrams.74.1Entity-relationship models.74.1.1ATM generic modelling.74.1.2ATM interworking and adaptation layer modelling.84.1.3Broadband customer administration modelling.94.1.4Broadband routeing modelling.104.2Inheritance hierarchy.105Formal object class definitions.115.1Object classes.115.1.1Broadband customer administration fragment.115.1.1.1Calling line identification presentation independent for broadband (clipIndBb).115.1.1.2Calling line identification restriction independent for broadband (clirIndBb).115.1.1.3Closed user group subscription option independent for broadband (cugSubscriptionOptionIndBb).115.1.1.4Connected line identification presentation independent for broadband (colpIndBb).115.1.1.5Connected line identification restriction independent for broadband (colrIndBb).125.1.1.6Sub-addressing independent for broadband (subIndBb).125.1.1.7User to user signalling independent for broadband (userToUserSignallingIndBb).126Type definitions.127Protocol stacks.12Annex A (normative):ATM switch management requirements.13Annex B (normative):Reference scenario for the management of the ATM switchingnetwork element.14Annex C (informative):Functional architecture.16C.1Lower layers: SDH based interfaces.16C.2Lower layers: cell based interfaces.18C.3Higher ATM layers.19Annex D (informative):Point-to-multipoint connections.20Annex E (informative):Bibliography.21History.22SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003
ETSIEN 301 064-1 V1.1.2 (1999-01)4Intellectual Property RightsIPRs essential or potentially essential to the present document may have been declared to ETSI. The informationpertaining to these essential IPRs, if any, is publicly available for ETSI members and non-members, and can be foundin SR 000 314: "Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs); Essential, or potentially Essential, IPRs notified to ETSI in respectof ETSI standards", which is available free of charge from the ETSI Secretariat. Latest updates are available on theETSI Web server (http://www.etsi.org/ipr).Pursuant to the ETSI IPR Policy, no investigation, including IPR searches, has been carried out by ETSI. No guaranteecan be given as to the existence of other IPRs not referenced in SR 000 314 (or the updates on the ETSI Web server)which are, or may be, or may become, essential to the present document.ForewordThis European Standard (Telecommunications series) has been produced by ETSI Technical CommitteeTelecommunications Management Network (TMN).The present document is part 1 of a multi-part EN covering Telecommunications Management Network (TMN);Information models and protocols for the management and control of the Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM)switching network element, as identified below:Part 1: "Q3 interface specification"NOTE: Other parts will be defined later.National transposition datesDate of adoption of this EN: 18 December 1998Date of latest announcement of this EN (doa): 31 March 1999Date of latest publication of new National Standardor endorsement of this EN (dop/e): 30 September 1999Date of withdrawal of any conflicting National Standard (dow): 30 September 1999SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003
ETSIEN 301 064-1 V1.1.2 (1999-01)51ScopeThe present document specifies the Q3 interface between an Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) switch and theTelecommunications Management Network (TMN) for the support of configuration, fault and performance managementfunctions. The interface specified is that between TMN network elements or Q-adapters which interface to TMNOperations Systems (OSs) without mediation and between OSs and mediation devices, as defined in ITU-TRecommendation M.3010 [5]. Fault and performance management together include both passive monitoring of reportsand active fault isolation.The configuration by management of channels for signalling, including those for B-ISDN signalling, is within the scopeof the present document. The management of broadband customer administration and the configuration for call routeingincluding that for interworking with narrowband switches for both incoming and outgoing interfaces is also within thescope of the present document.An ATM switch may include ATM crossconnect functionality, but this is specified by reference to EN 300 820-1 [22] orthe ITU-T Recommendation I.751 [4] and by importing the relevant classes of managed objects where appropriate.Existing protocols are used where possible, and the focus of the work is on defining the object model. The definition ofthe functionality of TMN operations systems is outside the scope of the present document.The management of ATM Adaptation Layers (AALs) which are only used in the user plane is outside the scope of thepresent document since the broadband switch management has no visibility of ATM adaptation for the user plane.Management of AAL5 and the Signalling ATM Adaptation Layer (SAAL) is within the scope since these are used in thecontrol plane.Security management is outside the scope of the present document.2ReferencesReferences may be made to:a)specific versions of publications (identified by date of publication, edition number, version number, etc.), inwhich case, subsequent revisions to the referenced document do not apply; orb)all versions up to and including the identified version (identified by "up to and including" before the versionidentity); orc)all versions subsequent to and including the identified version (identified by "onwards" following the versionidentity); ord)publications without mention of a specific version, in which case the latest version applies.A non-specific reference to an ETS shall also be taken to refer to later versions published as an EN with the samenumber.2.1Normative references[1]ITU-T Recommendation I.311 (1993): "B-ISDN general network aspects".[2]ITU-T Recommendation I.363.5 (1996): "B-ISDN ATM Adaptation Layer specification: Type 5AAL".[3]ITU-T Recommendation I.610 (1992): "B-ISDN operation and maintenance principles andfunctions".[4]ITU-T Recommendation I.751 (1997): "Asynchronous transfer mode management of the networkelement view".[5]ITU-T Recommendation M.3010 (1995): "Principles for a Telecommunications managementnetwork".SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003
ETSIEN 301 064-1 V1.1.2 (1999-01)6[6]ITU-T Recommendation M.3100 (1995): "Generic network information model".[7]ITU-T Recommendation Q.2110 (1994): "B-ISDN ATM adaptation layer - service specificconnection oriented protocol (SSCOP)".[8]ITU-T Recommendation Q.2130 (1994): "B-ISDN signalling ATM adaptation layer - Servicespecific coordination function for support of signalling at the user network interface (SSFC atUNI)".[9]ITU-T Recommendation Q.2140 (1995): "B-ISDN ATM adaptation layer - Service specificcoordination function for signalling at the network node interface (SSFC at NNI)".[10]ITU-T Recommendation Q.2761 (1995): "Functional description of the B-ISDN user part(B-ISUP) of signalling system No. 7".[11]ITU-T Recommendation Q.2762 (1995): "General Functions of messages and signals of theB-ISDN user part (B-ISUP) of Signalling System No. 7".[12]ITU-T Recommendation Q.2763 (1995): "Signaling System No. 7 B-ISDN User Part (B-ISUP) -Formats and codes".[13]ITU-T Recommendation Q.2764 (1995): "Signalling system No. 7 B-ISDN User Part (B-ISUP) -Basic call procedures".[14]ITU-T Recommendation Q.2931 (1995): "Digital Subscriber Signalling System No. 2 (DSS 2) -User-Network Interface (UNI) layer 3 specification for basic call/connection control".[15]ITU-T Recommendation Q.824.6 (1998): "Broadband Switch Management".NOTE:ITU-T Recommendation Q.824.6 will be published shortly.[16]ITU-T Recommendation X.720 | ISO/IEC 10165-1 (1992): "Information technology - OpenSystems Interconnection - Structure of management information: Management information model".[17]ITU-T Recommendation X.721 | ISO/IEC 10165-2 (1992): "Information technology - OpenSystems Interconnection - Structure of management information: Definition of managementinformation".[18]ITU-T Recommendation X.731 | ISO/IEC 10164-2 (1992): "Information technology - OpenSystems Interconnection - Systems Management: State management function".[19]ITU-T Recommendation X.732 | ISO/IEC 10164-3 (1992): "Information technology - OpenSystems Interconnection - Systems Management: Attributes for representing relationships".[20]ITU-T Recommendation Q.821 (1992): "Stage 2 and stage 3 description for the Q3 interface -Alarm surveillance".[21]ETS 300 469: "Broadband Integrated Services Digital Network (B-ISDN); Asynchronous TransferMode (ATM); Management of the network element view [ITU-T Recommendation I.751 (1996)]".[22]EN 300 820-1: "Network Aspects (NA); Management information model for the X-type interfacebetween Operation Systems (OSs) of a Virtual Path (VP)/Virtual Channel (VC) cross connectednetwork; Part 1: Configuration management aspects".2.2Informative references[23]ITU-T Recommendation Q.811: "Lower layer protocol profiles for the Q3 X interfaces".[24]ITU-T Recommendation Q.812: "Upper layer protocol profiles for the Q3 and X interfaces".[25]ITU-T Recommendation G.773: "Protocol suites for Q-interfaces for management of transmissionsystems".[26]ITU-T Recommendation G.784: "Synchronous digital hierarchy (SDH) management".SIST EN 301 064-1 V1.1.2:2003
ETSIEN 301 064-1 V1.1.2 (1999-01)7[27]ITU-T Recommendation Q.822 (1993): "Stage 1, stage 2 and stage 3 description for the Q3interface - Performance Management".[28]ITU-T Recommendation I.361: "B-ISDN ATM layer specification".[29]ATM Forum Specification af-nm-0027.000 (1995): "CMIP Specification for the M4 interface".3Definitions and abbreviations3.1DefinitionsSee the identically numbered part of ITU-T Recommendation Q.824.6 [15] for the content here.3.2AbbreviationsSee the identically numbered part of ITU-T Recommendation Q.824.6 [15] for the content here.3.3ConventionsSee the identically numbered part of ITU-T Recommendation Q.824.6 [15] for the content here.4Information model diagramsSee the identically numbered part of ITU-T Recommendation Q.824.6 [15] for the content here.4.1Entity-relationship modelsSee the identically numbered part of ITU-T Recommendation Q.824.6 [15] for the content here.4.1.1ATM generic modellingSee the identicall
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