SIST EN 301 029-6:2000

Overview

SIST EN 301 029-6:2000 is a European standard that specifies modification procedures within the Broadband Integrated Services Digital Network (B-ISDN) framework, focusing on Signalling System No.7 (SS7) and the B-ISDN User Part (B-ISUP). Aligned with ITU-T Recommendation Q.2725.2 (1996), this standard details how modifications are managed at the network node interface (NNI), supporting dynamic and efficient broadband telecommunications. Published by SIST and endorsed by ETSI, it is recognized as an official part of the multi-part B-ISDN signalling capabilities standard.

Key Topics

• Modification Procedures: Defines standardized processes for managing changes to established B-ISDN calls or connections through SS7 and B-ISUP signaling.
• Interoperability: Ensures consistent modification procedures across multi-vendor and multi-operator broadband networks.
• Compliance with ITU-T: Maintains harmonization with international ITU-T recommendations for global compatibility.
• Network Node Interface (NNI): Focuses on procedures at the critical interface point between network nodes in the B-ISDN architecture.

Applications

The SIS EN 301 029-6:2000 standard is essential in several practical scenarios for telecommunications operators and service providers:

• Dynamic Call Management: Enables modification of existing calls or connections without the need to terminate and re-establish, improving network efficiency and user experience in B-ISDN environments.
• Network Evolution: Supports integration of new services and capabilities by providing clear procedures for in-service modifications via standard SS7 and B-ISUP protocols.
• Multi-Service Networks: Facilitates the seamless operation of integrated services (such as voice, video, and data) over broadband networks by ensuring robust and reliable signaling modifications.
• Vendor Neutrality: Promotes compatibility and interoperability, allowing operators to deploy and modify equipment from different manufacturers seamlessly.

Related Standards

SIST EN 301 029-6:2000 forms part of a comprehensive suite of B-ISDN User Part (B-ISUP) standards, including:

• EN 301 029-1: Overview of B-ISDN network node interface signaling capabilities.
• EN 301 029-2: Network node interface specification for point-to-multipoint call/connection control.
• EN 301 029-3: Support for additional traffic parameters related to cell rate and quality of service.
• EN 301 029-4: Procedures for look-ahead signaling without state change.
• EN 301 029-5: Negotiation support during connection setup.
• EN 301 029-7: Specifications for ATM end system addresses.
• EN 301 029-9: Specification for network-generated session identifiers.
• EN 301 029-10: Support of frame relay services.

For a full list and cross-referencing, consult the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) publications and relevant ITU-T recommendations.

Keywords: B-ISDN, SS7, B-ISUP, modification procedures, network node interface, ITU-T Recommendation Q.2725.2, broadband signaling standard, telecommunications interoperability.