Today the Interlab Test Solution DEVICE/UICC for 5G NR USIM/USAT got listed as TP 302 at Global Certification Forum (GCF). The 5G NR USIM protocol conformance testing extension of the Test Solution, defined in 3GPP specification TS 31.121 USIM Rel-15, is based on the new 5G NR radio communication tester R&S©CMX500. The Test Solution is developed in close cooperation with the global communications test and measurement solution provider Rohde & Schwarz.
“The Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) already plays a central role for authentication and secured access requirements to 3G and 4G mobile networks and will keep its core functionality for 5G”, says Magdy Ahmed, Product Manager at Interlab Test Products. “To cover the new requirements for 5G, GCF has introduced two new work items (WI#508-NR / WI#509-NR).” It is expected that the corresponding GCF USIM certification will become mandatory in 2020. The Interlab Test Solution DEVICE/UICC for 5G NR USIM/USAT will meet these GCF certification requirements.
Existing 3G and 4G customers of the Interlab Test Solution DEVICE/UICC can upgrade their test platform to operate 5G NR USIM protocol conformance testing. The first test case package for 5G NR USIM protocol conformance testing will be available on time with the GCF certification requirements. “The Interlab Test Solution DEVICE/UICC for 3G and 4G was already successfully developed on a Rohde & Schwarz Tester”, explains Magdy Ahmed. “And of course, we continue our partnerships with Rohde & Schwarz in creating customer values for mobile device UICC testing”, confirmed Magdy Ahmed. “Having good partners by your side is the key to success for any further developments.”
Interlab Test Solution DEVICE/UICC
The Test Solution covers all GCF and PTCRB requirements for cellular technologies such as 3G, LTE, Cat-M1 and NB-IoT in interaction with USIM and USAT at the UICC. With the 5G extension network operators, chipset and module manufacturers as well as test laboratories can also ensure 5G conformance of their devices in accordance to GCF and PTCRB requirements and will continue to benefit from highest automation and synchronization capabilities of the Test Solution.
About 7layers
7layers is an international testing, certification and consulting service provider, specialized in wireless technologies. With its network of laboratories all over the world, 7layers supports different sectors like industry, automotive, telecommunication, health, customer products and IoT – from initial consulting and testing to world-wide certification of smart products and smart services. Complementary 7layers supports laboratories, network operators and manufacturers with its Interlab Test Products business unit to master the complex test and lifecycle management tasks that are necessary to bring reliable connected devices and IoT services to market.
Founded 1999 in Ratingen/Germany, 7layers has been a member of the Bureau Veritas Group since 2013, a global leader in the field of inspection, testing and certification with approx. 75,000 employees and an annual turnover of 4,55 Billion Euros.
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About Rohde & Schwarz
The Rohde & Schwarz technology group develops, produces and markets innovative communications, information and security products for professional users. The group’s test and measurement, broadcast and media, aerospace | defense | security, networks and cybersecurity business fields address many different industry and government-sector market segments. On June 30, 2018, Rohde & Schwarz had approximately 11,500 employees. The independent group achieved a net revenue of approximately EUR 2 billion in the 2017/2018 fiscal year (July to June). The company has its headquarters in Munich, Germany. Internationally, it has subsidiaries in more than 70 countries, with regional hubs in Asia and America. R&S ® is a registered trademark of Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG.
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