MSC/VLR Platform: The iCore Network Center

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Mobile operators worldwide face several critical inflection points in the future direction of their networks:

• embracing the ubiquity of IP networks while supporting existing circuit-switched infrastructure
• choosing the technology evolution path
• managing capital expense for future services while the core revenue is still derived from basic services

The iCore Network Center is the ideal solution to cost-effectively address these simultaneous challenges. This system is an industry first: a patented, software-defined core network implementing a solution across GSM and CDMA while establishing a architectural foundation for future generations of wireless technology. The common set of object code implements support from a single converged platform. The scalability across technologies, capacities and IP/TDM connectivity is unmatched in the industry. Whether providing wireless service to a nationwide population, extending service to an isolated region, or supporting the custom functions and features for a targeted MVNO, the carrier-grade, high-availability Linux based iCore Network Center provides a complete core network solution.

Applications

Core Network Infrastructure

Ideal for green field installations as well as bolt on capacity and service enhancements, the iCore Network Center supports the requisite core capabilities and services required to build out a state of the art wireless infrastructure. The multi-technology architecture implements the flexibility capable of supporting today's technology as well as supporting the technology evolution path forward.

Overlay Networks

The iCore Network Center allows mobile operators to build GSM-over-CDMA, CDMA-over-GSM and 3G-over-2G networks with integrated switching, simplifying the network and reducing costs. The multi-technology platform also enables existing operators to integrate Wi-Fi-based VoIP services and emerging technologies such as fixed and mobile WiMAX.

MVNO Gateway

The iCore Network Center forms the basis of a subscriber management and service delivery platform tailored to the needs of today’s MVNOs. Capabilities include integrated gateway MSC and HLR, IN prepaid service, USSD callback server, multi-IMSI support and TDM and IP routing. MVNOs need flexibility and reliability in managing the subscriber experience in order to move beyond “me too” services, and the MVNO Gateway is the answer.

Rapidly Deployable Mobile Networks

The iCore Network Center is ideal for first responder systems where access to multiple radio access technologies is essential. This capability provides first responders with the maximum flexibility in establishing communications with the local communities and multi-agency emergency response teams.

Wireless Evolution

The iCore Network Center is a software-defined core platform that bridges networks from legacy TDM through next-generation IMS, thus implementing an unprecedented any-to-any connectivity model to support GSM, CDMA, GPRS/EDGE, 1xRTT, EV-DO, Wi-Fi and ultimately 4G technologies from a common baseline.