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7. GPRS Configuration
General packet radio service (GPRS) introduces packet
switching to the GSM network. It integrates with the existing
GSM systems; reuses the GSM radio network infrastructure
and the same transmission links (with few more links such
as Gb, Gs, Gr, and others) between the GSM network
nodes. This section explains how you can configure GPRS
in the BSS.
The following flow chart depicts the steps for configuring
GPRS:
7.1 Configuring RA
Routing area (RA) is the packet-switch domain equivalent of
a LA. It consists of one or more cells within a GSM location
area. One LA may contain one or more RAs. This section
explains the procedure of adding or deleting a RA in the
BSS.
7.1.1 Adding RA
You can add a RA by following the below steps:
1. Open the BSS node in the modify mode.
2. Expand RadioConfig and click LAC.
3. Right-click LAC :<IP address>and click Add Element.
The Add Element dialog box appears.
4. Select RA from the ME Type drop-down list and click Ok.
The Configuration – Add Row dialog box appears.