Introduction to SS7: SSP, SCP, STP, and SS7 Protocol Layers Operations [Paperback]

Lawrence Harte (Author), Richard Dreher (Author), David Bowler (Author), Toni Beninger (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 2004

This introductory book explains the basic operation of the signaling system 7 (SS7). SS7 is the standard communication system that is used to control public telephone networks. This book will help the reader gain an understanding of SS7 technology, network equipment, and overall operation. It covers the reasons why SS7 exists and is necessary, as well as step-by-step procedures that describe the actions that occur in the network. The SS7 common channel signaling has been standardized since the 1970's and is used by almost all public telephone companies throughout the world. If you are involved in telecommunications systems, SS7 is part of your system. This book is the perfect solution for those involved or interested in the operation and control of public telephone systems. The use of SS7 provides the ability to offer enhanced services and telephone network features. Traditional signaling systems cannot provide the level of sophistication required to deliver much more than basic telephone service. This book is intended to serve as a brief introduction to SS7, allowing the reader to gain an overall appreciation and understanding of its structure and impact. It covers the reasons why SS7 exists and is necessary, as well as step-by-step procedures that describe the actions that occur in the network when SS7 functionality is easy-to-understand manner, for the technical and the non-technical reader alike. Some of the most important topics featured are: - SS7 network architecture including SSP, SCP, and STP operations. - Common Control Packet Switching. - Call processing control (ISUP) and broadband telephony applications (BISUP). - Message Transfer Part (MTP) - Mobile application part (MAP) - Transaction capabilities part (TCAP). - Operations, Maintenance and Administration (OMAP). - Telephony Applications

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About the Author

Mr. Harte is the president of Althos, an expert information provider covering the communications industry. He has over 29 years of technology analysis, development, implementation, and business management experience. Mr. Harte has worked for leading companies including Ericsson/General Electric, Audiovox/Toshiba and Westinghouse and consulted for hundreds of other companies. Mr. Harte continually researches, analyzes, and tests new communication technologies, applications, and services. He has authored over 30 books on telecommunications technologies on topics including Wireless Mobile, Data Communications, VoIP, Broadband, Prepaid Services, and Communications Billing. Mr. Harte’s holds many degrees and certificates include an Executive MBA from Wake Forest University (1995) and a BSET from the University of the State of New York, (1990). Mr. Harte can be contacted at [e-mail].

Richard C. Dreher, P.E. is an executive consultant to the telecommunications industry working for global telecommunication companies. Since 1983, Mr. Dreher has experience in digital communications, including long distance tandem switching, local number portability (LNP), local area network (LAN) design, SS7 engineering, cellular equipment product planning and technical sales, and Advanced Intelligent Network (AIN) and Service Creation product marketing. His entrepreneurialism led to start-up experience with a PCS wireless carrier as their network systems technology director. Richard earned his BSEE from the University of Colorado, is a registered Professional Engineer (P.E.), a senior member and past executive officer of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and a published author in trade journals, text books, and magazines.

Mr. Bowler is an independent telecommunications training consultant. He has almost 20 years experience in designing and delivering training in the areas of wireless networks and related technologies, including CDMA, TDMA, GSM and 3G systems. He also has expertise in Wireless Local Loop and microwave radio systems and has designed and delivered a range of training courses on SS7 and other network signaling protocols. Mr. Bowler has worked for a number of telecommunications operators including Cable and Wireless and Mercury Communications and also for Wray Castle a telecommunications training company where he was responsible for the design of training programmes for delivery on a global basis. Mr. Bowler was educated in the United Kingdom and holds a series of specialized maritime electronic engineering certificates.

Toni Beninger is an interactive multimedia software specialist for the telecommunications industry. Ms. Beninger earned her B.Sc. degree from the University of Ottawa, and subsequently completed her education qualifications at Queen's University. She has had an extensive career in telecommunications documentation and training. Ms. Beninger was the senior technical training manager at Bell-northern Research Ltd.'s main laboratory in Ottawa. Ms. Beninger has been an executive at Sanctuary Woods, a multimedia software company. Ms. Beninger has extensive experience in SONET and Signaling System 7 (SS7).

Product Details

• Paperback: 138 pages
• Publisher: Althos (March 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1932813020
• ISBN-13: 978-1932813029
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #98,829 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Mr. Harte is the managing director of Althos, an expert information provider that covers the communication industry. Mr. Harte has worked for leading communications technology companies since 1985 including Ericsson/General Electric, Audiovox/Toshiba and Westinghouse. Lawrence holds degrees of Executive MBA from Wake Forest University (1995) and a BSET from the University of the State of New York, (1990). Mr. Harte has instructed at and received numerous certificates from many non-university courses including IPTV, Internet Marketing, 3G wireless, billing systems, cryptograph, microwave measurement and calibration, radar, nuclear power, Dale Carnegie, 360 leadership, and public speaking.

Mr. Harte has appeared on television as an industry expert and has been referenced in over 75 telecommunications related articles in industry magazines. He has been a speaker and moderator at numerous industry seminars and trade shows. His magazine publications include Popular Science, Wireless Week, RCR, Cellular Business, Cellular Marketing and others. Between 1993-1995, Mr. Harte wrote a monthly column in Cellular Marketing called "Techniques." The monthly Techniques column explained the business related issues behind key technology innovations that were developing in the telecommunications industry.