44.2.1 GPRS attach procedure

3GPP51.010-1Mobile Station (MS) conformance specificationPart 1: Conformance specificationTS

This procedure is used to indicate for the network that the IMSI is available for traffic by establishment of a GMM context.

44.2.1.1 Normal GPRS attach

The normal GPRS attach procedure is a GMM procedure used by GPRS MSs of MS operation mode B or C to IMSI attach for GPRS services only.

44.2.1.1.1 GPRS attach / accepted

44.2.1.1.1.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the network accepts the GPRS attach procedure (signalled by an IMSI) and allocates a P-TMSI, the MS shall acknowledge the P-TMSI and continue communication with the P-TMSI.

2) If the network accepts the GPRS attach procedure (signalled by P-TMSI) and reallocates a new P-TMSI, the MS shall acknowledge the new P-TMSI and continue communication with the new P-TMSI.

3) If the network accepts the GPRS attach procedure (signalled by a P-TMSI) from the MS without reallocation of the old P-TMSI, the MS shall continue communication with the old P-TMSI.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.1.

44.2.1.1.1.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network accepts the GPRS attach procedure.

The following cases are identified:

1) P-TMSI / P-TMSI signature is allocated;

2) P-TMSI / P-TMSI signature is reallocated;

3) Old P-TMSI / P-TMSI signature is not changed.

44.2.1.1.1.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation mode II.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid IMSI. MS is Idle Updated.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B).

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

1) The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with identity IMSI. The SS allocates a P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with a P-TMSI. The MS acknowledge the P-TMSI by sending ATTACH COMPLETE message. Further communication MS – SS is performed by the new P-TMSI.

2) The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with identity P-TMSI. The SS reallocates a new P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with the new P-TMSI. The MS acknowledge the P-TMSI by sending ATTACH COMPLETE message. Further communication MS – SS is performed by the new P-TMSI. The MS will not answer signalling addressed to the old P-TMSI.

3) The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with identity P-TMSI. The SS accepts the P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message without any P-TMSI. Further communication MS – SS is performed by the old P-TMSI.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C (see PICS). If MS operation mode C not supported, goto step 26.

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

P-TMSI-2 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

5

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

6

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

7

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC Data Block as a paging response.

8

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

9

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

10

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

11

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

Routing area identity = RAI-1

12

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

13

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

14

SS ->MS

GMM INFORMATION

Message sent with P-TMSI-1

14b

MS -> SS

GMM STATUS

Message sent in case the MS does not support reception of GMM information message

Cause #97

15

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

16

MS

No response from the MS to the request. This is checked for 10 s.

17

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

18

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

19

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

20

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

21

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

P-TMSI and P-TMSI signature not included.

Routing area identity = RAI-1

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Negotiated Ready timer value IE should not be included.

Force to standby indicator set

22

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

23

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC Data Block as a paging response.

24

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

25

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

26

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS) and the test is repeated from step 2 to step 25.

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.1a GPRS attach / accepted / Attach with IMSI

44.2.1.1.1a.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the MS is configured for "AttachWithIMSI" and the selected PLMN is neither the registered PLMN nor in the list of equivalent PLMNs, the MS shall include the IMSI in the Mobile identity IE in the ATTACH REQUEST message

2) If the network accepts the GPRS attach procedure (signalled by an IMSI) and allocates a P-TMSI, the UE shall acknowledge the P-TMSI and continue communication with the P-TMSI.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 24.008 clause 4.7.3.1 and 4.4.4.1

44.2.1.1.1a.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network accepts the GPRS attach procedure.

The following cases are identified:

1) To verify that the Attach with IMSI indicator can be set in the MS

2. To verify that the MS registers with IMSI (not Temporary ID) when registering with a new PLMN if the selected PLMN is neither the registered PLMN nor in the list of equivalent PLMNs.

44.2.1.1.1a.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Two cells; cell A with MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 (RAI-1) and cell B in MCC2/MNC1/LAC2/RAC1 (RAI-6).

Both cells are operating in network operation mode II (in case of MS operation mode A).

The PLMN that contains Cell B is not equivalent to the PLMN that contains Cell A.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid IMSI.

The MS has been registered in the CS domain.

The MS is configured for "AttachWithIMSI"

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B).

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

1) The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with identity IMSI. The SS allocates a P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with a P-TMSI. The MS acknowledge the P-TMSI by sending ATTACH COMPLETE message. Further communication MS – SS is performed by the new P-TMSI.

2) The SS changes the serving cell to a cell that belongs to a new PLMN. When the MS selects the new cell it sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with identity IMSI. The SS allocates a P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with a P-TMSI. The MS acknowledge the P-TMSI by sending ATTACH COMPLETE message. Further communication MS – SS is performed by the new P-TMSI.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

SS

Make cell A available and cell B not available

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C (see PICS). If MS operation mode C not supported, goto step 16.

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

5

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

6

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

7

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC Data Block as a paging response.

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

8

SS

Activate cell B with a lower signal strength than cell A. The RF level of cell A is lowered until cell B is preferred by the MS.

9

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

10

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

P-TMSI-2 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-6

11

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

12

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

13

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC Data Block as a paging response.

14

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

15

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

16

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS) and the test is repeated from step 2 to step 15.

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.1b GPRS attach / accepted / PSM

44.2.1.1.1b.1 Conformance requirement

An MS supporting PSM may request the network to assign a value for T3324 by including a requested timer value in:

– the ATTACH REQUEST or ROUTING AREA UPDATE REQUEST message (in A/Gb mode and Iu mode ); or

– the ATTACH REQUEST or TRACKING AREA UPDATE REQUEST message (in S1 mode).

The value of timer T3324 can be sent by the network to the MS in:

– the ATTACH ACCEPT or ROUTING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT message (in A/Gb mode and Iu mode ); and

– the ATTACH ACCEPT or TRACKING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT message (in S1 mode).

The network accepts the use of PSM by providing a specific value for timer T3324 when accepting the attach or routing area updating procedure. The MS may use PSM only if the network has provided the T3324 value IE during the last attach or routing area updating procedure with a value different from "deactivated".

If the MS supports PSM and requests the use of PSM, then the MS shall include the T3324 value IE with a requested timer value in the ATTACH REQUEST message. When the MS includes the T3324 value IE and the MS indicates support for extended periodic timer value in the MS network feature support IE, it may also include the T3312 extended value IE to request a particular T3312 value to be allocated.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 24.008 clauses 4.7.2.8, 4.7.2.9 and 4.7.3.1

44.2.1.1.1b.2 Test purpose

1) To verify that the MS indicates PSM by providing a T3324 value IE during the attach procedure

2) To verify that an MS accepts the value for timer T3324 provided by the network

44.2.1.1.1b.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell, cell A with MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 (RAI-1), operating in network operation mode II

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid IMSI

The UE is configured to use Power Saving Mode

The UE is configured to use a specific value of T3324

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C)

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff)

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP)

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

1) The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with identity IMSI and the T3324 value set to 2 minutes.

2) The SS allocates a P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with a P-TMSI and a value of T3324 set to 2 minutes. The MS acknowledge the P-TMSI by sending ATTACH COMPLETE message. Further communication MS – SS is performed by the new P-TMSI.

3) The MS is PS paged before timer T3324 expires in order to verify that the new P-TMSI is used for PS services and that the MS has not entered PSM.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

SS

Make cell A available and cell B not available

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C (see PICS). If MS operation mode C not supported, goto step 11.

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS)

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

T3324 value = any value

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

T3324 value = 2 minutes

5

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

6

SS

The SS shall wait for 1 minute and then execute step 7 before timer T3324 expires

7

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

8

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC Data Block as a paging response.

9

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

10

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

11

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS) and the test is repeated from step 2 to step 10.

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.2 GPRS attach / rejected / IMSI invalid / illegal MS

44.2.1.1.2.1 Conformance requirements

1) If the network rejects a GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘Illegal MS’, the Mobile Station shall consider SIM invalid for GPRS services until power is switched off or SIM is removed.

2) If the network rejects a GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘Illegal MS’ the Mobile Station shall delete the stored RAI, GPRS-CKSN, P-TMSI and P-TMSI signature.

3) If the network rejects a GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘Illegal MS’ the Mobile Station shall delete the LAI.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.1.

44.2.1.1.2.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network rejects the GPRS attach procedure of the MS with the cause ‘illegal MS’.

44.2.1.1.2.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Three cells (not simultaneously activated), cell A with MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1, cell B in MCC1/MNC1/LAC2/RAC1, cell C in MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1.

All three cells are operating in network operation mode II.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1 and RAI-1. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

SpecificPICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B) (only if mode C not supported).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a GPRS attach with the cause value ‘Illegal MS’. The SS checks that the MS does not perform GPRS attach in the same or another PLMN.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C or B (see PICS).

2

SS

The SS activates cell A.

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS). Cell A is preferred by the MS.

4

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

5

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘Illegal MS’.

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

6

SS

The SS deactivates cell A and activates cell B.

7

MS

Cell B is preferred by the MS.

8

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to the SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

9

MS

The MS initiates an attach by MMI or by AT command.

10

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to the SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell C.

11

SS

The SS deactivates cell B and activates cell C.

12

MS

Cell C is preferred by the MS.

13

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to the SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

14

MS

The MS initiates an attach by MMI or by AT command.

15

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to the SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

16

MS

If possible (see PICS) switch off is performed. Otherwise the power is removed.

17

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on.

Step 18 is only performed for MS Operation Mode B.

18

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is IMSI.

19

MS

The MS initiates an attach (see PICS).

20

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

21

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-2

22

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

23

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

24

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.3 GPRS attach / rejected / IMSI invalid / GPRS services not allowed

44.2.1.1.3.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the network rejects a GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘GPRS services not allowed’, the Mobile Station shall consider SIM invalid for GPRS services until power is switched off or SIM is removed.

2) If the network rejects a GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘GPRS services not allowed’ the Mobile Station shall delete the stored RAI, GPRS-CKSN, P-TMSI and P-TMSI signature.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.1.

44.2.1.1.3.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network rejects the GPRS attach procedure of the MS with the cause ‘GPRS services not allowed’ (no valid GPRS-subscription for the IMSI).

44.2.1.1.3.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Two cells (not simultaneously activated), cell A in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 (HPLMN) and cell B in MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1.

Both cells are operating in network operation mode II.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1 and RAI-1. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B).

– SIM removal possible without powering down (TSPC_AddInfo_SIMRmv).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a normal attach with the cause value ‘GPRS services not allowed’. The SS checks that the MS does not perform GPRS attach in another PLMN.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

1

SS

The SS activates cell A.

2

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C (see PICS). If MS operation mode C not supported, goto step 19.

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS). Cell A is preferred by the MS.

4

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

5

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘GPRS services not allowed’

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

6

SS

The SS deactivates cell A and activates cell B.

7

MS

Cell B is preferred by the MS.

Step 8 is only performed for NW Mode II / MS Operation Mode B.

8

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. MOBILE_IDENTITY set to IMSI.

Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS.

9

The MS initiates an attach automatically (see PICS), by MMI or AT commands.

10

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to the SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

11

MS

If possible (see PICS) SIM removal is performed. Otherwise if possible (see PICS) switch off is performed. Otherwise the power is removed.

12

MS

The MS gets the SIM replaced, is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

13

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

14

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-2

15

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

16

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

17

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

18

The SS deactivates cell B and activates cell A.

19

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS) and the test is repeated from step 3 to step 17.

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.4 GPRS attach / rejected / PLMN not allowed

44.2.1.1.4.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the network rejects a GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘PLMN not allowed’ the Mobile Station shall:

1.1 not perform GPRS attach when switched on in the same routing area or location area;

1.2 not perform GPRS attach when in the same PLMN and when that PLMN is not selected manually;

1.3 delete the stored RAI, GPRS-CKSN, P-TMSI and P-TMSI signature;

1.4 store the PLMN in the ‘forbidden PLMN’ list.

2) If the network rejects a GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘PLMN not allowed’ the Mobile Station shall perform GPRS attach when a new PLMN is entered.

3) If the network rejects a GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘PLMN not allowed’ and if after that the PLMN from which this rejection was received, is manually selected, the Mobile Station shall perform a GPRS attach procedure.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.1.

44.2.1.1.4.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network rejects the GPRS attach procedure of the MS with the cause ‘PLMN not allowed’.

44.2.1.1.4.3 Method of test

44.2.1.1.4.3.1 Test procedure 1

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Four cells (not simultaneously activated), cell A in MCC1/MNC2/LAC1/RAC1, cell B in MCC1/MNC2/LAC1/RAC1, cell C in MCC1/MNC2/LAC2/RAC1 and cell D in MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1.

– All four cells are operating in network operation mode II. The PLMN of the four cells should NOT be that of the Mobile Station Home PLMN.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1 and RAI-8. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B) (only if mode C not supported).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a GPRS attach with the cause value ‘PLMN not allowed’. The SS checks that the MS does not perform GPRS attach if activated in the same routing area or location area and performs GPRS attach only when a new PLMN is entered.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

SS

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C or B (see PICS).

2

SS

The SS activates cell A.

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS). Cell A is preferred by the MS.

4

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-8

5

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘PLMN not allowed’

6

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

7

SS

The SS deactivates cell A and activates cell B.

8

MS

Cell B is preferred by the MS.

9

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell C.

10

SS

The SS deactivates cell B and activates cell C.

11

MS

Cell C is preferred by the MS.

12

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell D.

13

SS

The SS deactivates cell C and activates cell D.

14

MS

Cell D is preferred by the MS.

Step 15 is only performed for MS Operation Mode B.

15

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. MOBILE_IDENTITY set to IMSI. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS.

16

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

17

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

18

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-2

19

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

20

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

21

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.4.3.2 Test procedure 2

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation mode II: MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1. The PLMN of the cell should NOT be that of the Mobile Station Home PLMN.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1 and RAI-2. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B) (only if mode C not supported).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a GPRS attach with the cause value ‘PLMN not allowed’. The subscribers access rights is changed to allow GPRS attach. Then the PLMN from which this rejection was received is manually selected and the SS check that a GPRS attach is performed.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C or B (see PICS).

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-2

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘PLMN not allowed’

5

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds)

6

MS

The current PLMN is selected manually.

Step 7 is only performed for MS Operation Mode B.

7

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. MOBILE IDENTITY set to IMSI. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS.

8

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

9

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

10

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-2

11

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

12

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

13

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.5 GPRS attach / rejected / roaming not allowed in this location area

44.2.1.1.5.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the network rejects a GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘roaming not allowed in this location area’ the Mobile Station shall:

1.1 not perform GPRS attach when in the same location area;

1.2 delete the stored RAI, GPRS-CKSN, P-TMSI and P-TMSI signature;

1.3 store the LA in the ‘forbidden location areas for roaming’ list;

1.4 perform GPRS attach when a new location area is entered;

1.5 Periodically search for its HPLMN.

2) The mobile station shall reset the list of ‘Forbidden location areas for roaming’ when switched off or when the SIM is removed.

3) The MS shall be capable of storing at least 6 entries in the list of ‘Forbidden location areas for roaming’.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.1.

44.2.1.1.5.2 Test purpose

Test purpose 1

To test that on receipt of a rejection using the ‘roaming not allowed in this location area’ cause code, the MS ceases trying to attach on that location area. Successful GPRS attach procedure is possible in other location areas.

Test purpose 2

To test that if the MS is switched off or the SIM is removed the list of ‘forbidden location areas for roaming’ is cleared.

Test purpose 3

To test that at least 6 entries can be held in the list of ‘forbidden location areas for roaming’ (the requirement in 3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 is to store at least 10 entries. This is not fully tested by the third procedure).

Test purpose 4

To test that if a cell of the Home PLMN is available then the MS returns to it in preference to any other available cell.

44.2.1.1.5.3 Method of test

44.2.1.1.5.3.1 Test procedure 1

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Three cells (not simultaneously activated), cell A in MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 (Not HPLMN), cell B in MCC2/MNC1/LAC2/RAC1 (Not HPLMN) and cell C in MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC2 (Not HPLMN).

All three cells are operating in network operation mode II.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1 and RAI-2. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a GPRS attach with the cause value ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’. A new attempt for a GPRS attach is not possible. Successful GPRS attach / detach procedures are performed in another location area. A new attempt for a GPRS attach is performed in the 1st location area. This attempt shall not succeed, as the LA is on the forbidden list.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

SS

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C (see PICS). If MS operation mode C not supported, go to step 21.

2

SS

The SS activates cell A.

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS). Cell A is preferred by the MS.

4

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-2

5

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’

6

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

7

SS

The SS Deactivates cell A and activates cell B.

8

MS

Cell B is preferred by the MS.

Step 9 is only performed for NW Mode II / MS Operation Mode B.

9

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is IMSI.

10

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

11

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

12

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-6

13

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

14

MS

The MS initiates a GPRS detach (without power off) by MMI or by AT command .

15

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Detach type = ‘normal detach, GPRS detach’

16

SS -> MS

DETACH ACCEPT

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell C.

17

SS

The SS deactivates cell B and activates cell C.

18

MS

Cell C is preferred by the MS.

19

MS

No LOCATION UPDATE REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

Initiate GPRS Attach by MMI or AT command. Check that the No ATTACH REQUEST is sent to the SS (SS waits for 30 seconds).

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

20

SS

The SS deactivates cell C.

21

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B, if supported (see PICS) and the test is repeated from step 2 to step 20.

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.5.3.2 Test procedure 2

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell in MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 (Not HPLMN) operating in network operation mode II.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1 and RAI-2. MS is Idle Updated.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B) (only if mode C not supported).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a GPRS attach updating with the cause value ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’. The MS is switched off for 10 s and switched on again. The SS check that a GPRS attach is possible on the cell on which the GPRS attach had been rejected.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

If MS operation mode C is supported, the MS is set in MS operation mode C (see PICS). If MS operation mode C is not supported, the MS is set in MS operation mode B.

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-2

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’

5

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to the SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

6

MS

If possible (see PICS) switch off is performed. Otherwise the power is removed.

7

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

Step 8 is only performed for NW Mode II / MS Operation Mode B.

8

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is IMSI.

9

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

10

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-2

11

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

12

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

13

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.5.3.3 Test procedure 3

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Six cells (not simultaneously activated), cell A in MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 (Not HPLMN), cell B in MCC2/MNC1/LAC2/RAC1 (Not HPLMN), cell C in MCC2/MNC1/LAC3/RAC1 (Not HPLMN), cell D in MCC2/MNC1/LAC4/RAC1 (Not HPLMN), cell E in MCC2/MNC1/LAC5/RAC1 (Not HPLMN), cell F in MCC2/MNC1/LAC6/RAC1 (Not HPLMN).

All six cells are operating in network operation mode II.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1 and RAI-2. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B) (only if mode C not supported).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a GPRS attach with the cause value ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’. This is done for 6 different location areas. Then the SS checks that the MS does not attempt to perform an attach procedure on the non-allowed location areas.

Different types of MS may use different methods to periodically clear the list of forbidden areas (e.g. every day at 12 am) for roaming. If the list is cleared while the test is being run, it may be necessary to re-run the test.

Maximum duration of test

20 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

SS

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

1

SS

The SS activates cell A.

2

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C or B (see PICS).

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS). Cell A is preferred by the MS.

4

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-2

5

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’

6

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds)

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

7

SS

The SS deactivates cell A and activates cell B.

8

MS

Cell B is preferred by the MS.

Step 9 is only performed for MS Operation Mode B.

9

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is IMSI.

10

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

11

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

12

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’

13

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell C.

14

SS

The SS deactivates cell B and activates cell C.

15

MS

Cell C is preferred by the MS.

Step 16 is only performed for NW Mode II / MS Operation Mode B.

16

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is IMSI.

17

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

18

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

19

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’

20

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell D.

21

SS

The SS deactivates cell C and activates cell D.

22

MS

Cell D is preferred by the MS.

Step 23 is only performed for MS Operation Mode B.

23

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is IMSI.

24

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

25

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

26

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’

27

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell E.

28

SS

The SS deactivates cell D and activates cell E.

29

MS

Cell E is preferred by the MS.

Step 30 is only performed for MS Operation Mode B.

30

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is IMSI.

31

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

32

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

33

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’

34

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell F.

35

SS

The SS deactivates cell E and activates cell F.

36

MS

Cell F is preferred by the MS.

Step 37 is only performed for MS Operation Mode B.

37

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is IMSI.

38

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

39

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

40

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’

41

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds)

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell E.

42

SS

The SS deactivates cell F and activates cell E.

43

SS

Cell E is preferred by the MS.

44

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

45

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST or LOCATION UPDATE REQUEST is sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell C.

46

SS

The SS deactivates cell E and activates cell C.

47

SS

Cell C is preferred by the MS.

48

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

49

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST or LOCATION UPDATE REQUEST is sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

50

SS

The SS deactivates cell C and activates cell A.

51

SS

Cell A will be preferred by the MS.

52

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

53

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST or LOCATION UPDATE REQUEST is sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.5.3.4 Test procedure 4

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Two cells, cell A in MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 (not HPLMN) and cell B in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 (HPLMN).

Both cells are operating in network operation mode II.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1 and RAI-2. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B) (only if mode C not supported).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a GPRS attach with the cause value ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’. Two cells are then available. The cell with the weakest level belongs to the HPLMN. It is checked that the MS returns to its HPLMN.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

SS

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C or B (see PICS).

2

SS

The SS activates cell A.

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS). Cell A is preferred by the MS.

4

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-2

5

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘Roaming not allowed in this area’

6

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

7

SS

Activate cell B with a lower signal strength than cell A.

8

MS

The RF level of cell A is lowered until cell B is preferred by the MS.

Step 9 is only performed for MS Operation Mode B

9

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is IMSI.

10

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

11

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

12

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

13

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

14

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

15

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.6 GPRS attach / abnormal cases / access barred due to access class control

44.2.1.1.6.1 Conformance requirement

1) The MS shall not perform GPRS attach procedure, but stays in the current serving cell and applies normal cell reselection process.

2) The Mobile Station shall perform the GPRS attach procedure when:

2.1 Access is granted.

2.2 Cell is changed.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.1.

44.2.1.1.6.2 Test purpose

Test purpose 1

To test the behaviour of the MS in case of access class control (access is granted).

Test purpose 2

To test the behaviour of the MS in case of access class control (cell is changed).

44.2.1.1.6.3 Method of test

44.2.1.1.6.3.1 Test procedure 1

Initial conditions

An access class x (0-15) is arbitrarily chosen. The SIM is programmed with this access class x. Communication with mobile stations using access class x is initially indicated to be barred.

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation mode II.

Access class x barred.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1 and RAI-1. MS is Idle Updated.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS indicates access class x barred. A GPRS attach procedure is not performed.

The SS indicates that access class x is not barred. A GPRS attach procedure is performed.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The SIM is programmed with access class x.

2

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C or B (see PICS). If MS operation mode C not supported, goto step 12.

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and attempts to initiate an attach (see PICS).

4

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS, as access class x is barred
(SS waits 30 seconds).

5

SS

The access class x is not barred anymore.

6

MS

The MS initiates a GPRS attach either automatically or manually (see PICS).

7

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

8

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

P-TMSI-2 signature
Routing area identity = RAI-1

9

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

10

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

11

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

12

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS) and the test is repeated from step 3 to step 11.

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.6.3.2 Test procedure 2

Initial conditions

An access class x (0-15) is arbitrarily chosen. The SIM is programmed with this access class x. Communication with mobile stations using access class x is indicated to be barred on cell A.

System Simulator:

Two cells, cell A in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 has access class x barred, cell B in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 has access class x not barred.

Both cells are operating in network operation mode II.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-2 and RAI-1. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B) (only if mode C not supported).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS indicates access class x barred. A GPRS attach procedure is not performed.

A cell change is performed into a cell where access class x is not barred. A GPRS attach procedure is performed.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The SIM is programmed with access class x.

SS

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

2

SS

The SS activates cell A.

3

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C or B (see PICS).

4

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and attempts to initiate an attach (see PICS).

5

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS, as access class x is barred
(SS waits 30 seconds).

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

6

SS

Activate cell B with a lower signal strength than cell A The RF level of cell A is lowered until cell B is preferred by the MS.

7

MS

The MS initiates an attach either automatically or manually (see PICS).

8

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

Routing area identity = RAI-1

9

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature
Routing area identity = RAI-1

10

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

11

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

12

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.7 GPRS attach / abnormal cases / change of cell into new routing area

44.2.1.1.7.1 Conformance requirement

When a change of cell into a new routing area is performed before ATTACH ACCEPT message is received by the MS, the MS shall abort the GPRS attach procedure and re-initiate it immediately.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.1.

44.2.1.1.7.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS in case of procedure collision.

44.2.1.1.7.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Two cells, cell A in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 and cell B in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC2.

Both cells are operating in network operation mode II.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1 and RAI-1. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B) (only if mode C not supported).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

If the MS automatically performs a GPRS Attach on power on, is the attach procedure performed and then is the MS triggered to perform a normal GPRS Detach.

Sufficient time is given for the MS to identify the neighbour cell before the MS is triggered to initiate a GPRS attach procedure. The ATTACH ACCEPT message is delayed from the SS. The MS performs a cell reselection to a cell in a new routing area. The MS shall re-initiate a GPRS attach procedure in the new routing area.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

SS

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C or B (see PICS).

2

SS

The SS activates cell A and B. The RF level of cell A is –50 dBm and cell B – 60 dBm.

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS). Cell A is preferred by the MS.

4

Go to step 10 if the MS not automatically performs a GPRS attach when switched on.

5

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

6

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

P-TMSI and P-TMSI signature not included.

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’
Routing area identity = RAI-1

Negotiated Ready timer value IE should not be included

Force to standby indicator set

7

MS

Trigger the MS to perform a GPRS detach

8

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Detach type = ‘normal detach, GPRS detach’

9

SS -> MS

DETACH ACCEPT

10

Wait 20 sec.

11

MS

The MS is triggered to initiate a GPRS Attach.

12

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

13

SS

No response to the ATTACH REQUEST message is given by the SS.

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

14

SS

The RF level of cell A is lowered to –100 dBm.

15

MS

The MS automatically re-initiates the attach in the new cell.

16

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

17

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

P-TMSI and P-TMSI signature not included.

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’
Routing area identity = RAI-4

Negotiated Ready timer value IE should not be included

Force to standby indicator set

18

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

19

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.8 GPRS attach / abnormal cases / power off

44.2.1.1.8.1 Conformance requirement

When power is switched off before ATTACH ACCEPT message is received by the MS, the MS shall abort the GPRS attach procedure and perform a GPRS detach procedure.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.1.

44.2.1.1.8.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS in case of procedure collision.

44.2.1.1.8.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation mode II.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1 and RAI-1. MS is Idle Updated.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).-

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The MS is switched off after initiating an attach procedure. A GPRS detach is automatically performed by the MS before power is switched off.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C (see PICS). If MS operation mode C not supported, goto step 7.

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

4

SS

No response to the ATTACH REQUEST message is given by the SS.

5

MS

The MS is powered off and initiates a GPRS detach (with power off)

6

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

7

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS) and the test is repeated from step 2 to step 6.

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.9 GPRS attach / abnormal cases / GPRS detach procedure collision

44.2.1.1.9.1 Conformance requirement

1) When a DETACH REQUEST message is received by the MS (Detach type ‘re-attach not required’) while waiting for an ATTACH ACCEPT message, the MS shall terminate the GPRS attach procedure and continue with the GPRS detach procedure.

2) When a DETACH REQUEST message is received by the MS (Detach type ‘re-attach required’) while waiting for an ATTACH ACCEPT message, the MS shall ignore the GPRS detach procedure and continue with the GPRS attach procedure.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.1.

44.2.1.1.9.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS in case of procedure collision.

44.2.1.1.9.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation mode II.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1 and RAI-1. MS is Idle Updated.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B) (only if mode C not supported).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

– Re-attach automatically when the network commands a detach with no cause value (TSPC_AddInfo_GPRS_Attach_on_NW_Detach_NoCause).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The MS initiates a GPRS attach procedure. The SS does not answer the GPRS attach procedure, but initiates a GPRS detach procedure (Detach type ‘re-attach not required’). The MS shall terminate the GPRS attach procedure and continue with the GPRS detach procedure.

The MS initiates a GPRS attach procedure. The SS does not answer the GPRS attach procedure, but initiates a GPRS detach procedure (Detach type ‘re-attach required’). The MS shall ignore the GPRS detach procedure and continue with the GPRS attach.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C or B (see PICS).

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

4

SS

The SS ignores the ATTACH REQUEST message and initiates a detach procedure.

5

SS -> MS

DETACH REQUEST

Detach type = ‘re-attach not required’

6

MS -> SS

DETACH ACCEPT

7

MS

The MS is powered off or switched off and powered up or switched on if the MS does not re-attach automatically upon receiving a network initiated detach with no cause value, (See PICS).

8

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1 or IMSI

Routing area identity = RAI-1 or not checked

9

SS

The SS ignores the ATTACH REQUEST message and initiates a detach procedure.

10

SS-> MS

DETACH REQUEST

Detach type = ‘re-attach required’

11

MS

The MS ignores the DETACH REQUEST message and continue with the attach procedure.

12

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

P-TMSI-2 signature
Routing area identity = RAI-1

13

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

14

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

15

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.10 GPRS attach / rejected / GPRS services not allowed in this PLMN

44.2.1.1.10.1 Conformance requirement

If the network rejects a GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘ GPRS services not allowed in this PLMN’:

1. The MS shall delete any RAI, P-TMSI, P-TMSI signature, and GPRS ciphering key sequence number stored, shall set the GPRS update status to GU3 ROAMING NOT ALLOWED (and shall store it according to section 4.1.3.2) and shall change to state GMM-DEREGISTERED.

2. The MS shall store the PLMN identity in the "forbidden PLMNs for GPRS service" list. A GPRS MS operating in MS operation mode C shall perform a PLMN selection instead of a cell selection.

3. A GPRS MS operating in MS operation mode A or B in network operation mode II, is still IMSI attached for CS services in the network.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.1.

44.2.1.1.10.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network rejects the GPRS attach procedure of the MS with the cause ‘GPRS services not allowed in this PLMN’.

44.2.1.1.10.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Two cells (not simultaneously activated), cell A in MCC1/MNC2/LAC1/RAC1, cell B in MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1.

All two cells are operating in network operation mode II.. The PLMN of the two cells should NOT be that of the Mobile Station Home PLMN.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid TMSI-1, P-TMSI-1 and RAI-8. MS is Idle Updated on Cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C). (only if mode B not supported).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a GPRS attach with the cause value ‘GPRS services not allowed in this PLMN’. The SS checks that the MS does not perform GPRS attach if activated in the same PLMN and performs GPRS attach only when a new PLMN is entered.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected Sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

SS

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B or C (see PICS).

2

SS

The SS activates cell A.

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

4

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-8

5

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause = ‘ GPRS services not allowed in this PLMN ‘

6

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds)

Steps 7, 8 and 9 are only performed for MS Operation Mode B.

7

MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of TMSI-1 and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

8

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE

9

SS

SS releases the RR connection.

10

SS

SS pages the MS with Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

11

MS

No response from the MS to the request. This is checked for 10 seconds.

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

12

SS

The SS deactivates cell A and activates cell B.

13

MS

Cell B is preferred by the MS.

Step 14 is only performed MS Operation Mode B.

14

{Location Update Procedure}

Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS.

15

MS

The MS initiates an attach automatically, by MMI or by AT command.

16

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

17

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

P-TMSI-2 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-2

18

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

19

SS

The SS deactivates cell B and activates cell A again.

20

MS

Cell A is preferred by the MS.

Step 21 is only performed for MS Operation Mode B.

21

{Location Update Procedure}

Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS.

22

Verify No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds) in case auto attach

23

MS

The MS initiates an attach by MMI or by AT command.

24

Verify No ATTACH REQUEST sent to SS
(SS waits 30 seconds)

25

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.1.11 GPRS attach / access barred due to EAB

44.2.1.1.11.1 Conformance requirement

For a mobile originated access attempt, a mobile station configured for EAB shall perform a preliminary access barring check (see sub-clause 3.3.1.4). If the preliminary access barring check indicates network access is barred then access to the network is not allowed. Otherwise, the mobile station shall proceed according to the remainder of this sub-clause.

The preliminary access barring check shall indicate network access is barred if all of the following conditions are satisfied:

– the establishment cause for the request received from the MM sublayer is not "emergency call".

– the SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21 message is broadcast in the cell and includes EAB information;

– the mobile station is a member of a subcategory of mobile stations targeted by the EAB information;

– the EAB Authorization Mask sent in the EAB information indicates the mobile station’s access class is not authorized;

– the mobile station is not a member of any of the authorized special access classes (i.e. an Access Class in the range 11-15) permitted by the network;

Otherwise, the preliminary access barring check shall indicate network access is not barred.

A network operator can also restrict some MSs to access the network for location registration, although via common access class control or domain specific access class control the MSs are permitted to access the network for other purposes. Therefore, for each access to the network the mobile station shall determine from the information received via the system information broadcast whether access is allowed or not:

– For paging response the mobile station shall evaluate the control information for common access control (as specified in 3GPP TS 44.018 [84], 3GPP TS 44.060 [76], and 3GPP TS 25.331 [23c]), domain specific access control (as specified in 3GPP TS 25.331 [23c]), and the specific control information for paging response (as specified in 3GPP TS 25.331 [23c]; see "Paging Permission with Access Control").

– For generic location updating, GPRS attach and routing area updating procedures the mobile station shall evaluate the control information for:

– common access control (as specified in 3GPP TS 44.018 [84], 3GPP TS 44.060 [76], and 3GPP TS 25.331 [23c]);

– domain specific access control (as specified in 3GPP TS 25.331 [23c]);

– specific control information for location registration (as specified in 3GPP TS 25.331 [23c]; see "Paging Permission with Access Control"); and

– EAB as specified in 3GPP TS 44.018 [84] and 3GPP TS 44.060 [76].

Reference

3GPP TS 44.018 subclauses 3.3.1.1.1, 3.3.1.4. 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.1.1.5

44.2.1.1.11.2 Test purpose

To verify that Extended Access class Barring can be activated in the MS.

To verify that the MS does not perform location updating, GPRS attach or routing area updating if the network broadcast EAB and EAB is enabled in the MS.

44.2.1.1.11.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Two cells, cell A in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1, cell B in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC2.

Both cells are operating in network operation mode II.

The SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 3 message indicates that the SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21 is sent on the BCCH by setting the SYSTEM INFORMATION 21 Indicator in the SI3 Rest Octet IE.

The SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21 is sent on the BCCH. The SI 21 Rest Octets information element is configured with: EAB Authorization Mask set to”xxxxxxxxx1” and EAB Subcategory set to “00”.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid P-TMSI-1.

The MS is in powered Off.

The MS is configured for “Extended Access Barring” and low access priority”.

The MS belong to access class 0

Specific PICS statements

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B).

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements

Test Procedure

The MS, configured for Extended Access Class barring, reads the system information block 21. The MS initiates the location updating procedure and/or a GPRS Attach(depending of Operation Mode) the SS verifies that no access attempt is made by the MS. SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21 is sent on the BCCH with the SI 21 Rest Octets information element in configured with EAB Authorization Mask set to”0000000000”. The MS successfully performs the location updating procedure and/or a GPRS Attach(depending of Operation Mode).

On cell B, The SS sends SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21 on BCCH with the SI 21 Rest Octets Information element configured with EAB Authorization Mask set to “0000000001”. The RF level of cell A is lowered until cell B is preferred by the MS but the SS verifies that the MS does not perform the routing area update procedure.

The SS deactivates EAB and verifies that the MS successfully perform the routing area update procedure.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected Sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C (see pics). If MS operation mode C not supported goto step 18.

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A, cell B is off.

2

SS -> MS

SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21

The SI 21 Rest Octets information element is configured with EAB Authorization Mask set to”0000000001”

3

SS

MS is powered On and a GPRS ATTACH Procedure is initiated from the MS.

Verify that the MS does not access the network within 1 minute.

4

SS -> MS

SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21

The SI 21 Rest Octets information element is configured with EAB Authorization Mask set to”0000000000” and the SS waits for 30 seconds to allow the MS to read the modified system information.

5

MS

{Location Update Procedure}

Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS(skipped if MS is in operation Mode C).

6

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

GPRS ATTACH Procedure initiated from the MS

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

7

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

P-TMSI-2 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

8

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

9

SS

SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21

The SI 21 Rest Octets information element is configured with EAB Authorization Mask set to”xxxxxxxxx1” and EAB Subcategory set to “00”.

10

SS

Activate cell B with a lower signal strength than cell A The RF level of cell A is lowered until cell B is preferred by the MS.

11

SS

Verify that the MS does not access the network within 1 minute

12

SS -> MS

SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21

The SI 21 Rest Octets information element is configured with EAB Authorization Mask set to”0000000000”.

13

MS -> SS

ROUTING AREA UPDATING REQUEST

Update type = ‘RA updating’

P-TMSI-2 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

14

SS -> MS

ROUTING AREA UPDATING ACCEPT

Update result = ‘RA updated’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-2

15

MS -> SS

ROUTING AREA UPDATING COMPLETE

16

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

17

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’.

18

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS), reset the RF level of Cell A to default state, deactivate Cell B and the test is repeated from step 2 to step 17.

Specific message contents

SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 3 broadcast by Cell A and B:

Same as default content except

Information Element

Value/remark

SI 3 Rest Octets

SYSTEM INFORMATION 21 Indicator

H (SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21 message is available)

SI21_POSITION

0 (SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21 message is sent on BCCH Norm)

SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21 broadcast by Cell A initially and in steps 2 and 9:

Same as default content except

Information Element

Value/remark

SI 21 Rest Octets

EAB Authorization Mask

‘xxxxxxxxx1’ (MSs configured for EAB and a member of Access Class 0 are barred)

EAB Subcategory

‘00’ (applicable to all mobile stations configured for EAB)

SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 21 broadcast by Cell A in step 4 and by Cell B in step 12:

Same as default content except

Information Element

Value/remark

SI 21 Rest Octets

EAB Authorization Mask

‘0000000000 ‘(MSs configured for EAB are authorized)

EAB Subcategory

‘00’ (applicable to all mobile stations configured for EAB)

44.2.1.1.12 GPRS attach / eDRX

44.2.1.1.12.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the MS supports eDRX and requests the use of eDRX, the MS shall include the extended DRX parameters IE in the ATTACH REQUEST message.

2) The MS shall use extended idle mode DRX cycle only if the network has provided the extended DRX parameters IE during the last attach procedure.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.2.10, 4.7.3.1.1 and 4.7.5.1.1.

44.2.1.1.12.2 Test purpose

To verify that a MS that supports eDRX and requests the use of eDRX will include the extended DRX parameters IE in the ATTACH REQUEST message.

To verify that a MS that supports eDRX and requests the use of eDRX will use extended idle mode DRX cycle only if the network has provided the extended DRX parameters IE during the last attach procedure.

44.2.1.1.12.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

– One cell operating in network operation mode II.

– The cell supports eDRX.

Mobile Station:

– The MS has a valid IMSI. MS is Idle Updated.

– The MS is configured to use eDRX.

– The MS is configured to use a specific value of extended DRX cycle.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B).

– MS operation mode C (TSPC_operation_mode_C).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with extended DRX parameters IE. The SS accepts the request to use eDRX and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with an extended DRX parameters IE. The MS shall use extended idle mode DRX cycle that the network has provided during the last attach procedure.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode C (see PICS). If MS operation mode C not supported, go to step 13.

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach’

Mobile identity = IMSI

Extended DRX parameters IE included.

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

Extended DRX value: 0111 (195.84 seconds)

5

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

6

SS

Wait for 1 minute for Ready Timer to expire.

7

SS -> MS

PAGING REQUEST TYPE 1

Page indication indicates packet paging procedure. Sent on PCH according to the lowest eDRX cycle.

8

There should be no response from MS as the eDRX Cycle is now set to eDRX Value: 0111. This is verified for the duration of T3315.

9

SS -> MS

PAGING REQUEST TYPE 1

Page indication indicates packet paging procedure. Sent on PCH according to the negotiated eDRX cycle.

10

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC Data Block as a paging response.

11

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

12

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’.

13

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS) and the test is repeated from step 2 to step 12.

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2 Combined GPRS attach

The combined GPRS attach procedure is a GMM procedure used by GPRS MSs of MS operation mode A or B to IMSI attach for GPRS or non-GPRS services. In order to use the combined GPRS attach procedure, the network must be in network operation mode I. All Combined GPRS test case are only applicable when the MS operates in Class- A or B mode.

44.2.1.2.1 Combined GPRS attach / GPRS and non-GPRS attach accepted

44.2.1.2.1.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the network accepts the combined GPRS attach procedure (signalled by an IMSI) and allocates a P-TMSI, the MS shall acknowledge the P-TMSI and continue communication with the P-TMSI.

2) If the network accepts the combined GPRS attach procedure (signalled by P-TMSI) and reallocates a new P-TMSI, the MS shall acknowledge the new P-TMSI and continue communication with the new P-TMSI.

3) If the network accepts the combined GPRS attach procedure (signalled by a P-TMSI) from the MS without reallocation of the previously used P-TMSI, the MS shall continue communication with the previously used P-TMSI.

4) If the network accepts the combined GPRS attach procedure and determines that IMSI shall be used in CS operations, the MS shall continue communication with the IMSI for CS operations.

5) If the network accepts the combined GPRS attach procedure and determines that a TMSI shall be used in CS operations, the MS shall continue communication with the TMSI for CS operations.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.2.

44.2.1.2.1.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network accepts the GPRS attach procedure.

The following cases are identified:

1) P-TMSI / P-TMSI signature is allocated;

2) P-TMSI / P-TMSI signature is reallocated;

3) Old P-TMSI / P-TMSI signature is not changed;

4) Mobile terminating CS call is allowed with IMSI;

5) Mobile terminating CS call is not allowed with TMSI.

44.2.1.2.1.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation mode I.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid IMSI. MS is Idle Updated.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– MS operation mode A (TSPC_operation_mode_A).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

1) The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with identity IMSI. The SS allocates a P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with a P-TMSI. The MS acknowledge the P-TMSI by sending ATTACH COMPLETE message. Further communication MS – SS is performed by the new P-TMSI. For CS calls, the IMSI is used.

2) The MS is CS paged in order to verify that the IMSI is used for CS calls.

3) The MS is GPRS paged in order to verify that the new P-TMSI is used for GPRS services.

4) The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with identity P-TMSI. The SS allocates a new P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with the new P-TMSI and a new TMSI. The MS acknowledge the P-TMSI and the TMSI by sending ATTACH COMPLETE message. Further communication MS – SS is performed by the new P-TMSI. For CS calls, the new TMSI is used. The MS is CS paged in order to verify that the new TMSI is used for CS services.

5) The MS is GPRS paged in order to verify that the new P-TMSI is used for GPRS services. The MS will not answer signalling addressed to the old P-TMSI.

6) The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with identity P-TMSI. The SS accepts the P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message without any P-TMSI. Further communication MS – SS is performed by the previously used P-TMSI.

7) The MS is GPRS paged in order to verify that the previously used P-TMSI is used for GPRS services.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS).

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity =IMSI

TMSI status = no valid TMSI available

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Mobile identity =IMSI

Routing area identity = RAI-1

5

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

6

SS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of IMSI and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

7

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity with IMSI.

8

SS

SS releases the RR connection, indicating a successful resumption of GPRS services and pages the MS with mobile identity of P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

Comment: A TBF will be established on lower layers.

9

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC DATA BLOCK as a response to the paging request.

Comment: The TBF will be released on lower layers.

10

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

11

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

12

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

13

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

TMSI status = no valid TMSI available

Routing area identity = RAI-1

14

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

P-TMSI-2 signature

Mobile identity = TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

15

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

16

SS ->MS

GMM INFORMATION

Message sent with P-TMSI-2

16b

MS -> SS

GMM STATUS

Message sent in case the MS does not support reception of GMM information message

Cause #97

17

SS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of TMSI-1 and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

18

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity with TMSI-1.

19

SS

SS releases the RR connection, indicating a successful resumption of GPRS services and pages the MS with mobile identity of P-TMSI-2 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

20

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC DATA BLOCK as a response to the paging request.

21

SS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

22

MS

No response from the MS to the request. This is checked for 10 s.

23

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

24

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

25

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

26

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

Routing area identity = RAI-1

27

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

TMSI and P-TMSI not included.

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attached’
P-TMSI-3 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

Negotiated Ready timer value IE should not be included

Force to standby indicator set

28

SS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of P-TMSI-2 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

29

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC DATA BLOCK as a response to the paging request.

30

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

31

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2.2 Combined GPRS attach / GPRS only attach accepted

44.2.1.2.2.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the network accepts the combined GPRS attach procedure, but GMM cause code ‘IMSI unknown in HLR’ is sent to the MS the Mobile Station shall delete the stored TMSI, LAI and CKSN. The Mobile Station shall consider SIM invalid for non-GPRS services until power is switched off or SIM is removed.

2) If the network accepts the combined GPRS attach procedure, but GMM cause code ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ is sent to the MS, an MS operation mode B MS may perform an MM IMSI attach procedure.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.2.

44.2.1.2.2.2 Test Purpose

Test purpose 1

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network accepts the GPRS attach procedure with indication GPRS only, GMM cause ‘IMSI unknown in HLR’.

Test purpose 2

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network accepts the GPRS attach procedure with indication GPRS only, GMM cause ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’.

44.2.1.2.2.3 Method of test

44.2.1.2.2.3.1 Test Procedure 1

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation mode I.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid IMSI. MS is Idle Updated.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– MS operation mode A (TSPC_operation_mode_A).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with identity IMSI. The SS allocates a P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with a P-TMSI. GMM cause ‘IMSI unknown in HLR’ is indicated from SS. Further communication MS – SS is performed by the P-TMSI. CS services are not possible.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B.

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity =IMSI

TMSI status = no valid TMSI available

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

GMM cause = ‘IMSI unknown in HLR’

Routing area identity = RAI-1

5

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

6

SS -> MS

SS pages MS with Mobile identity = IMSI according to the channel combination of the cell.

Paging order is for RR-connection.

7

MS

The MS shall not initiate an RR connection. This is checked during 3 seconds.

8

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

9

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2.2.3.2 Test Procedure 2

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation mode I. T3212 is set to 6 minutes.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid TMSI, P-TMSI and RAI. MS is Idle Updated.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– MS operation mode A (TSPC_operation_mode_A).

– Automatic MM IMSI attach procedure at switch-on/power-on (TSPC_AddInfo_auto_MM_IMSI_AP_on_off).

– Switch off on button Yes/No (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message. The SS allocates a P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with a P-TMSI. GMM cause ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ is indicated from SS. The cause code is arbitrarily chosen. The MS sends a ROUTING AREA UPDATE REQUEST message. The SS returns a ROUTING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT message. GMM cause ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ is indicated from SS. The cause code is arbitrarily chosen. The ROUTING AREA UPDATE procedure is repeated four times. An MS operation mode B MS may then perform an MM IMSI attach procedure (according to the PICS statement). Further communication MS – SS is performed by the P-TMSI. The existence of a signalling channel is verified by a request for mobile identity.

Maximum duration of test

15 minutes.

Expected sequence

Dependent whether the option ‘ Automatic MM IMSI attach procedure at switch-on/power-on’ is supported or not, the steps 1-19 or 20-39 apply depending on manufacturer (see PICS).

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B and no automatic MM IMSI attach procedure is indicated (see PICS).

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity =P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1
TMSI status = valid TMSI available or IE is omitted

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

P-TMSI-2 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

GMM cause = ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ (arbitrarily chosen)

5

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

7

MS -> SS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE REQUEST

Update type = ‘Combined RA / LA updating with IMSI attach’

P-TMSI-2 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

8

SS -> MS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

P-TMSI not included.

Update result = ‘RA updated’

P-TMSI-3 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

GMM cause = ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ (arbitrarily chosen)

Force to standby indicator set.

10

MS -> SS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE REQUEST

Update type = ‘Combined RA / LA updating with IMSI attach’

P-TMSI-3 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

11

SS -> MS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

P-TMSI not included.

Update result = ‘RA updated’
P-TMSI-4 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

GMM cause = ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ (arbitrarily chosen)

Force to standby indicator set.

12

MS -> SS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE REQUEST

Update type = ‘Combined RA / LA updating with IMSI attach’

P-TMSI-4 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

13

SS

The SS verifies that the time between the previous routing area update accept and routing area update request is T3311 (+/- 10%)

14

SS -> MS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

P-TMSI not included.

Update result = ‘RA updated’
P-TMSI-5 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

GMM cause = ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ (arbitrarily chosen)

Force to standby indicator set.

16

MS -> SS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE REQUEST

Update type = ‘Combined RA / LA updating with IMSI attach’

P-TMSI-5 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

17

SS -> MS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

P-TMSI not included.

Update result = ‘RA updated’
P-TMSI-6 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

GMM cause = ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ (arbitrarily chosen)

Force to standby indicator set.

18

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

19

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’.

Stop the sequence.

20

MS

Automatic MM IMSI attach procedure is indicated (see PICS).

21

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

22

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1
TMSI status = valid TMSI available or IE is omitted

23

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

P-TMSI not included.

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’
P-TMSI-2 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

GMM cause = ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ (arbitrarily chosen)

Negotiated Ready timer value IE should not be included.

Force to standby indicator set.

24

MS -> SS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE REQUEST

Update type = ‘Combined RA / LA updating with IMSI attach’

P-TMSI-2 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

25

SS -> MS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

P-TMSI not included.

Update result = ‘RA updated’
P-TMSI-3 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

GMM cause = ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ (arbitrarily chosen)

Force to standby indicator set.

26

MS -> SS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE REQUEST

Update type = ‘Combined RA / LA updating with IMSI attach’

P-TMSI-3 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

27

SS -> MS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

P-TMSI not included.

Update result = ‘RA updated’
P-TMSI-4 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

GMM cause = ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ (arbitrarily chosen)

Force to standby indicator set.

28

MS -> SS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE REQUEST

Update type = ‘Combined RA / LA updating with IMSI attach’

P-TMSI-4 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

29

SS

The SS verifies that the time between the previous routing area update accept and routing area update request is T3311 (+/- 10%)

30

SS -> MS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

P-TMSI not included.

Update result = ‘RA updated’
P-TMSI-5 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

GMM cause = ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ (arbitrarily chosen)

Force to standby indicator set.

31

MS -> SS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE REQUEST

Update type = ‘Combined RA / LA updating with IMSI attach’

P-TMSI-5 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

32

SS

The SS verifies that the time between the previous routing area update accept and routing area update request is T3311 (+/- 10%)

33

SS -> MS

ROUTING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT

No new mobile identity assigned.

P-TMSI not included.

Update result = ‘RA updated’
P-TMSI-6 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

GMM cause = ‘MSC temporarily not reachable’, or ‘Network failure’ (arbitrarily chosen)

Force to standby indicator set.

34 (optional step)

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure may be initiated from the MS. Parameter is TMSI-1.

Steps 35, 36 and 37 are only performed if the MS has performed the Location Update Procedure in step 34.

35

SS -> MS

SS pages MS with Mobile identity = TMSI-1 and Paging order is for RR-connection.

36

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with Mobile identity = TMSI-1

37

SS

SS releases the RR connection and indicate the successfully resumption of GPRS services.

38

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

39

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Specific message contents

SYSTEM INFORMATION TYPE 3 (Cell A) in Test Procedure 2:

Information element

Value/remark

As default message contents except:

Control Channel Description

T3212 timeout value

6 min

Note: An R97 MS will use this value to set T3302.

ATTACH ACCEPT and ROUTING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT in Test Procedure 2:

Information Element

Value/remark

As default message contents except:

T3302 value

6 min

Note: This IE is only read by MSs supporting R99 and onwards.

44.2.1.2.3 Combined GPRS attach / GPRS attach while IMSI attach

Void

44.2.1.2.3.2 Conformance requirement

If the GPRS MS is already attached for non-GPRS services by the MM specific attach procedure, but wants to perform an attach for GPRS services, the combined GPRS attach procedure is performed.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.2.

44.2.1.2.3.3 Test Purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS if GPRS attach performed while IMSI attached.

44.2.1.2.3.4 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation mode I. ATT flag is set.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid TMSI-1, P-TMSI-1 and RAI-1.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– MS operation mode A (TSPC_operation_mode_A).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The MS attaches for non-GPRS services. The MS does not answer to paging orders for GPRS. The MS attaches for GPRS services. Paging orders for GPRS are answered.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS) and configured not to perform a GPRS attach.

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on. No GPRS attach is performed (see PICS).

3

MS

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is TMSI-1.

4

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

5

MS

No response from the MS to the request. This is checked for 10 s.

6

MS

The MS is triggered to perform a GPRS attach (in combination with IMSI attach).

7

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’ or ‘Combined GPRS/IMSI attach’

Mobile identity =P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

8

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attached’

No new mobile identity assigned. TMSI and P-TMSI not included
P-TMSI-2 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

Negotiated Ready timer value IE should not be included.

Force to standby indicator set.

9

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

10

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC DATA BLOCK as a response to the paging request.

11

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

12

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2.3a Combined GPRS attach / NMO-I enabled in MS

44.2.1.2.3a.1 Conformance requirement

1) The network operation mode (mode I, II, or III) shall be indicated as system information to MSs. Additional system information can indicate that MSs configured to use the extended NMO I system information (see TS 24.368 [111]) shall use NMO I, regardless of what NMO is indicated by system information for other MSs. If this additional system information is absent, MSs configured to use the extended NMO I system information shall use the system information that represents the network operation mode for other MSs. From these indications, the MS determines which mode applies to it. That mode shall be used when using the procedures described in other clauses of this specification.

2) If the parameter "NMO_I_Behaviour" in the NAS configuration Management Object or USIM is set to the value of "1", the bit 2 "NMO I" of system information is applied

3) If the network accepts the combined PS attach procedure (signalled by an IMSI) and allocates a P-TMSI, the UE shall acknowledge the P-TMSI and continue communication with the P-TMSI.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 24.008 clauses 4.7.3.2 and 4.1.1.4.2. 3GPP TS 23.060 clause 5.3.13.2

44.2.1.2.3a.2 Test Purpose

To verify that if “Network mode of operation I" is set in the MS, the MS performs a combined attach when the extended NMO-I system information is broadcast from the network

44.2.1.2.3a.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation mode II. ATT flag is set to 0.

System Information Type 13: The GPRS Cell Info IE has the NMO_I_ALTERNATE bit set to “1”

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid IMSI.

The MS has the parameter "NMO_I_Behaviour" set to “1”

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

1) The MS reads the NMO_I_ALTERNATE bit in the GPRS Cell Info IE, received in the System Information Type 13 message.

2) The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with identity IMSI and type ‘Combined GPRS/IMSI attach’. The SS allocates a P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with a P-TMSI. The MS acknowledge the P-TMSI by sending ATTACH COMPLETE message. Further communication MS – SS is performed by the new P-TMSI. For CS calls, the IMSI is used.

2) The MS is CS paged in order to verify that the IMSI is used for CS calls.

3) The MS is PS paged in order to verify that the new P-TMSI is used for PS services.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS)

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS/IMSI attach’

Mobile identity =IMSI

TMSI status = no valid TMSI available

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS/IMSI attached’

Allocated P-TMSI = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI Signature = P-TMSI-1 signature

MS identity =IMSI

Routing area identity = RAI-1

5

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

6

SS

The SS releases the signalling connection and waits 5s to allow the MS to read system information.

7

SS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of IMSI and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

8

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity with IMSI.

9

SS

The SS releases the signalling connection and waits 5s to allow the MS to read system information.

10

SS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

11

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC DATA BLOCK as a response to the paging request.

12

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

13

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2.3b Combined GPRS attach / PSM

44.2.1.2.3b.1 Conformance requirement

An MS supporting PSM may request the network to assign a value for T3324 by including a requested timer value in:

– the ATTACH REQUEST or ROUTING AREA UPDATE REQUEST message (in A/Gb mode and Iu mode ); or

– the ATTACH REQUEST or TRACKING AREA UPDATE REQUEST message (in S1 mode).

The value of timer T3324 can be sent by the network to the MS in:

– the ATTACH ACCEPT or ROUTING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT message (in A/Gb mode and Iu mode ); and

– the ATTACH ACCEPT or TRACKING AREA UPDATE ACCEPT message (in S1 mode).

The network accepts the use of PSM by providing a specific value for timer T3324 when accepting the attach or routing area updating procedure. The MS may use PSM only if the network has provided the T3324 value IE during the last attach or routing area updating procedure with a value different from "deactivated".

If the MS supports PSM and requests the use of PSM, then the MS shall include the T3324 value IE with a requested timer value in the ATTACH REQUEST message. When the MS includes the T3324 value IE and the MS indicates support for extended periodic timer value in the MS network feature support IE, it may also include the T3312 extended value IE to request a particular T3312 value to be allocated.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 24.008 clauses 4.7.2.8, 4.7.2.9 and 4.7.3.1

44.2.1.2.3b.2 Test Purpose

1) To verify that the MS indicates PSM by providing a T3324 value IE during the combined attach procedure

2) To verify that an MS accepts the value for timer T3324 provided by the network

44.2.1.2.3b.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell, cell A with MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 (RAI-1), operating in network operation mode I.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid IMSI

The MS is Idle Updated

The UE is configured to use Power Saving Mode

The UE is configured to use a specific value of T3324

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

1) The MS sends an ATTACH REQUEST message with identity IMSI, type ‘Combined GPRS/IMSI attach’ and the T3324 value set to 2 minutes.

2) The SS allocates a P-TMSI and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with a P-TMSI and a value of T3324 set to 2 minutes. The MS acknowledge the P-TMSI by sending ATTACH COMPLETE message. Further communication MS – SS is performed by the new P-TMSI.

3) The MS is PS paged before timer T3324 expires in order to verify that the new P-TMSI is used for PS services and that the MS has not entered PSM.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS)

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS/IMSI attach’

Mobile identity =IMSI

TMSI status = no valid TMSI available

T3324 value = any value

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS/IMSI attached’

Allocated P-TMSI = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI Signature = P-TMSI-1 signature

MS identity =IMSI

Routing area identity = RAI-1

T3324 value = 2 minutes

5

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

6

SS

The SS releases the signalling connection and waits 1 minute and then execute the step 7 before timer T3324 expires

7

SS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

8

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC DATA BLOCK as a response to the paging request.

9

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

10

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2.4 Combined GPRS attach / rejected / IMSI invalid / illegal ME

44.2.1.2.4.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the network rejects a combined GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘Illegal ME’, the Mobile Station shall consider SIM invalid for GPRS and non-GPRS services until power is switched off or SIM is removed.

2) If the network rejects a combined GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘Illegal ME’, the Mobile Station shall delete the stored TMSI, LAI, CSKN, RAI, GPRS-CKSN, P-TMSI and P-TMSI signature.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.2.

44.2.1.2.4.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network rejects the combined GPRS attach procedure of the MS with the cause ‘Illegal ME’.

44.2.1.2.4.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Three cells (not simultaneously activated), cell A in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1, cell B in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC2, cell C in MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1.

All three cells are operating in network operation mode I.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid TMSI-1, P-TMSI-1 and RAI-1. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– MS operation mode A (TSPC_operation_mode_A).

– SIM removal possible without powering down (TSPC_AddInfo_SIMRmv).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on Yes/No (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a GPRS attach with the cause value ‘Illegal ME’. The SS checks that the MS does not perform GPRS attach in the same or another PLMN. CS services are not possible as the SIM is blocked for CS services. GPRS services are not possible as the SIM is blocked for GPRS services.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

1

SS

The SS activates cell A.

2

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS).

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS). Cell A is preferred by the MS.

4

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

TMSI status = valid TMSI available or IE is omitted

5

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause ‘Illegal ME’.

6

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of TMSI-1 and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

7

MS

The MS shall not initiate an RR connection. This is checked during 3 seconds.

8

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of IMSI and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

9

MS

The MS shall not initiate an RR connection. This is checked during 3 seconds.

10

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

11

MS

No response from the MS to the request. This is checked for 10 s.

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

12

SS

The SS deactivates cell A and activates cell B.

13

MS

Cell B is preferred by the MS.

14

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to the SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

15

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of IMSI and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

16

MS

The MS shall not initiate an RR connection. This is checked during 3 seconds.

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell C.

17

SS

The SS deactivates cell B and activates cell C.

18

MS

Cell C is preferred by the MS.

19

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to the SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

20

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of IMSI and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

21

MS

No response from the MS to the request. This is checked for 10seconds.

22

MS

If possible (see PICS) SIM removal is performed. Otherwise if possible (see PICS) switch off is performed. Otherwise the power is removed.

23

MS

The MS gets the SIM replaced, is powered up or switched on.

Step 22 is only performed for non-auto attach MS.

24

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter Mobile identity is IMSI.

25

MS

MS initiates an attach automatically (see PICS), via MMI or AT commands.

26

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’

or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = IMSI
TMSI status = no valid TMSI available

27

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Mobile identity = TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-2

28

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

29

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of TMSI-1 and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

30

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity with TMSI-1.

31

SS

SS releases the RR connection indicating a successful resumption of GPRS services.

32

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

33

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2.5 Combined GPRS attach / rejected / GPRS services and non-GPRS services not allowed

44.2.1.2.5.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the network rejects a combined GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘GPRS services and non-GPRS services not allowed’, the Mobile Station shall consider SIM invalid for GPRS and non-GPRS services until power is switched off or SIM is removed.

2) If the network rejects a combined GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘GPRS services and non-GPRS services not allowed’, the Mobile Station shall delete the stored TMSI, LAI, CSKN, RAI, GPRS-CKSN, P-TMSI and P-TMSI signature.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.2.

44.2.1.2.5.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network rejects the combined GPRS attach procedure of the MS with the cause ‘GPRS services and non-GPRS services not allowed’.

44.2.1.2.5.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Two cells (not simultaneously activated), cell A in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 and cell B in MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1.

Both cells are operating in network operation mode I.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid TMSI, P-TMSI and RAI. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– MS operation mode A (TSPC_operation_mode_A).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a GPRS attach with the cause value ‘GPRS services and non-GPRS services not allowed’. The SS checks that the MS does not perform GPRS attach in the same or another PLMN. CS services are not possible as the SIM is blocked for CS services. GPRS services are not possible as the SIM is blocked for GPRS services.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

1

SS

The SS activates cell A.

2

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS).

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS). Cell A is preferred by the MS.

4

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity =P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1
TMSI status = valid TMSI available or IE is omitted

5

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause ‘GPRS services and non-GPRS services not allowed’

6

MS

No LOCATION UPDATING REQ with type ‘IMSI attach’ is sent to the SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

7

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity IMSI and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

8

MS

The MS shall not initiate an RR connection. This is checked during 3 seconds.

9

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

10

MS

No response from the MS to the request.

This is checked for 10 s

11

SS

The SS deactivates cell A and activates cell B.

MS

Cell B is preferred by the MS.

12

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST sent to the SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

13

MS

No LOCATION UPDATING REQ with type ‘IMSI attach’ is sent to the SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

14

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity IMSI and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

15

MS

The MS shall not initiate an RR connection. This is checked during 3 seconds.

16

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

17

MS

No response from the MS to the request. This is checked for 10seconds.

18

MS

If possible (see PICS) switch off is performed. Otherwise the power is removed.

19

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on.

Step 20 is only performed for non-auto attach MS.

20

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is IMSI.

21

MS

MS initiates an attach automatically (see PICS), via MMI or AT commands.

22

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = IMSI
TMSI status = no valid TMSI available

23

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Mobile identity = TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-2

24

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

25

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity TMSI-1 and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

26

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity with TMSI-1.

27

SS

SS releases the RR connection indicating a successful resumption of GPRS services.

28

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

29

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC DATA BLOCK as a response to the paging request.

30

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

31

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2.6 Combined GPRS attach / rejected / GPRS services not allowed

44.2.1.2.6.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the network rejects a combined GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘GPRS services not allowed’, the Mobile Station shall consider SIM invalid for GPRS services until power is switched off or SIM is removed.

2) If the network rejects a combined GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘GPRS services not allowed’ the Mobile Station shall delete the stored RAI, GPRS-CKSN, P-TMSI and P-TMSI signature.

3) A GPRS class B MS shall perform an MM IMSI attach procedure.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.2.

44.2.1.2.6.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network rejects the GPRS attach procedure of the MS with the cause ‘GPRS services not allowed’.

44.2.1.2.6.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Two cells (not simultaneously activated), cell A in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1 and cell B in MCC2/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1.

Both cells are operating in network operation mode I.

ATT flag set to 1.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid TMSI, P-TMSI-1 and RAI-1. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– MS operation mode A (TSPC_operation_mode_A).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a normal attach with the cause value ‘GPRS services not allowed’. The SS checks that the MS does not perform GPRS attach. GPRS services are not possible. After receiving the ATTACH REJECT message from the SS the mobile can react in several ways, due to an ambiguity in the core specification. Part 3 of the conformance requirements can be interpreted in the following ways:

1. The MS shall in any case perform a Location Update with the update type set to IMSI attach.

2. The MS shall perform the IMSI attach by means of a explicit Location update procedure only if the conditions specified for the IMSI attach procedure in 3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GSPP TS 24.008, subclause 4.4.3 are fulfilled.

3. The MS shall perform a Location Update with the update type set either to IMSI attach or normal updating.

Because all three options are allowed a GPRS class B MS may perform an MM IMSI attach. Therefore step 8 in the expected sequence is an optional step.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS).

2

SS

The SS activates cell A.

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on.

Step 4 is only performed for non-auto attach MS.

4

MS

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is TMSI-1.

5

MS initiates an attach automatically (see PICS), via MMI or AT commands.

6

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity =P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

7

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause ‘GPRS services not allowed’

8

(optional step)

MS

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is TMSI-2.

9

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of TMSI-2 or TMSI-1 for MS which did not perform step 8 and paging order for RR connection on CCCH.

10

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity TMSI-2 or TMSI-1 for MS which did not perform step 8.

11

SS

SS releases the RR connection.

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

12

SS

The SS deactivates cell A and activates cell B.

13

MS

Cell B is preferred by the MS.

14

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is TMSI-1.

15

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of TMSI-1 and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

16

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity TMSI-1.

17

SS releases the RR connection.

18

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

19

MS

No response from the MS to the request. This is checked for 10seconds.

20

MS

If possible (see PICS) switch off is performed. Otherwise the power is removed.

21

MS

{IMSI Detach}

Macro. If switch off is performed then MS performs IMSI detach.

22

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on.

Step 23 is only performed for non-auto attach MS.

23

MS

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is TMSI-1.

24

MS initiates an attach automatically (see PICS), via MMI or AT commands.

25

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = IMSI

26

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Mobile identity = TMSI-2

Routing area identity = RAI-2

27

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

28

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of TMSI-2 and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

29

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity TMSI-2

30

SS

SS releases the RR connection indicating a successful resumption of GPRS services.

31

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

32

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2.7 Combined GPRS attach / rejected / location area not allowed

44.2.1.2.7.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the network rejects a combined GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘location area not allowed’ the Mobile Station shall:

1.1 not perform combined GPRS attach when in the same location area;

1.2 delete the stored LAI, CKSN, TMSI, RAI, GPRS-CKSN, P-TMSI and P-TMSI signature;

1.3 store the LA in the ‘forbidden location areas for regional provision of service’.

2) If the network rejects a combined GPRS attach procedure from the Mobile Station with the cause ‘location area not allowed’ the Mobile Station shall:

2.1 perform combined GPRS attach when a new location area is entered;

2.2 delete the list of forbidden LAs when power is switched off.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclauses 4.7.3.2.

44.2.1.2.7.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS if the network rejects the combined GPRS attach procedure with the cause ‘Location Area not allowed’.

To test that the MS deletes the list of forbidden LAs when power is switched off.

44.2.1.2.7.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

Three cells (not simultaneously activated), cell A in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1, cell B in MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC2, cell C in MCC1/MNC1/LAC2/RAC1.

All cells are operating in network operation mode I.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid TMSI, P-TMSI and RAI. MS is Idle Updated on cell A.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– MS operation mode A (TSPC_operation_mode_A).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

– GPRS attach attempted automatically due to outstanding request (TSPC_AddInfo_GPRS_Attach_Attempt_Outstanding).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a combined GPRS attach with the cause value ‘Location Area not allowed’. The SS checks that the MS does not perform combined GPRS attach while in the location area, performs GPRS attach when a new location area is entered and deletes the list of forbidden LAs when switched off. CS services are not possible unless an IMSI attach procedure is performed.

Different types of MS may use different methods to periodically clear the list of forbidden location areas (e.g. every day at 12 am). If the list is cleared while the test is being run, it may be necessary to re-run the test.

Maximum duration of test

10 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

SS

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell A.

1

SS

The SS activates cell A.

2

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS).

3

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS). Cell A is preferred by the MS.

4

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

5

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause ‘Location Area not allowed’

6

MS

No LOCATION UPDATING REQ with type ‘IMSI attach’ is sent to the SS
(SS waits 30 seconds).

7

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity TMSI and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

8

MS

The MS shall not initiate an RR connection. This is checked during 3 seconds.

9

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

10

MS

No response from the MS to the request.

This is checked for 10 s

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

11

SS

The SS deactivates cell A and activates cell B.

12

MS

Cell B is preferred by the MS.

13

MS

No ATTACH REQUEST or LOCATION UPDATING REQ is sent to SS
(SS waits 60 seconds)

14

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

15

MS

No response from the MS to the request. This is checked for 10seconds.

16

MS

The MS initiates an attach by MMI or AT command.

17

No attach is performed by the MS. This is checked for 10 s.

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell C.

18

SS

The SS deactivates cell B and activates cell C.

19

MS

Cell C is preferred by the MS.

Steps 20 and 21 are only performed by an MS which will not initiate a GPRS attach automatically due to outstanding request (see PICS).

20

(conditional)

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter Mobile identity is IMSI.

21

(conditional)

MS

MS initiates an attach via MMI or AT commands.

22

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = IMSI
TMSI status = no valid TMSI available

23

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Mobile identity = TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-3

24

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

25

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity TMSI-1 and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

26

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity TMSI-1.

27

SS

SS releases the RR connection indicating a successful resumption of GPRS services.

28

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

29

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC DATA BLOCK as a response to the paging request.

30

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

31

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

The following messages are sent and shall be received on cell B.

32

MS

The SS deactivates cell C and activates cell B. Cell B is preferred by the MS.

33

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on.

Step 34 is only performed for non-auto attach MS.

34

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is TMSI-1.

35

MS

MS initiates an attach automatically (see PICS), via MMI or AT commands.

36

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-3

37

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

P-TMSI-2 signature

Mobile identity = TMSI-2

Routing area identity = RAI-4

38

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

39

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity TMSI-2 and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

40

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity TMSI-2.

41

SS

SS releases the RR connection indicating a successful resumption of GPRS services.

42

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity P-TMSI-2 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

43

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC DATA BLOCK as a response to the paging request.

44

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

45

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2.7a Combined GPRS attach / rejected / network reject with Extended Wait Timer

44.2.1.2.7a.1 Conformance requirement

If the attach request can neither be accepted by the network for GPRS nor for non-GPRS services, an ATTACH REJECT message is transferred to the MS. The MS receiving the ATTACH REJECT message stops timer T3310, and for all causes except #12, #14, #15, #22 and #25 deletes the list of "equivalent PLMNs".

If the attach request is rejected due to NAS level mobility management congestion control, the network shall set the MM cause value to #22 "congestion" and assign a back-off timer T3346.

# 22 (Congestion);

If the T3346 value IE is present in the ATTACH REJECT message and the value indicates that this timer is neither zero nor deactivated, the MS shall proceed as described below, otherwise it shall be considered as an abnormal case and the behaviour of the MS for this case is specified in subclause 4.7.3.1.5.

The MS shall abort the attach procedure, reset the attach attempt counter, set the GPRS update status to GU2 NOT UPDATED and enter state GMM-DEREGISTERED.ATTEMPTING-TO-ATTACH.

The MS shall stop timer T3346 if it is running.

If the ATTACH REJECT message is integrity protected, the MS shall start timer T3346 with the value provided in the T3346 value IE.

If the ATTACH REJECT message is not integrity protected, the MS shall start timer T3346 with a random value from the default range specified in table 11.3a.

The MS stays in the current serving cell and applies the normal cell reselection process. The attach procedure is started, if still necessary, when timer T3346 expires or is stopped.

A GPRS MS operating in MS operation mode A or B which is already IMSI attached for CS services in the network is still IMSI attached for CS services in the network.

If S1 mode is supported in the MS, the MS shall handle the EMM parameters EMM state, EPS update status, and attach attempt counter as specified in 3GPP TS 24.301 [120] for the case when the attach procedure is rejected with the EMM cause with the same value.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.2.

44.2.1.2.7a.2 Test purpose

To verify that the MS uses the extended back-off timer if the network reject a request with the Extended Wait Timer.

44.2.1.2.7a.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation modeI MCC1/MNC1/LAC1/RAC1

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid TMSI-1, P-TMSI-1 and RAI-1. MS is Idle Updated.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on Yes/No (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The SS rejects a combined GPRS attach with the cause value #22 ‘Congestion’. The SS includes the T3346 timer in the reject message. The SS checks that the MS does not perform GPRS attach before the timer T3346 has expired.

Maximum duration of test

40 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS).

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

TMSI status = valid TMSI available or IE is omitted

Device properties = ‘MS is configured for NAS signalling low priority’

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

GMM cause #22 ‘Congestion’

T3346 value = 2 min

5

SS

The SS verifies that the MS does not initiate the attach procedure before 15 minutes and not after 30 minutes (+/- 10%) .

6

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’

or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

TMSI status = valid TMSI available or IE is omitted

7

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Mobile identity = TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

8

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

9

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of TMSI-1 and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

10

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity with TMSI-1.

11

SS

SS releases the RR connection indicating a successful resumption of GPRS services.

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2.8 Combined GPRS attach / abnormal cases / attempt counter check / miscellaneous reject causes

44.2.1.2.8.1 Conformance requirement

1) When a combined GPRS attach procedure is rejected with the attach attempt counter less than five, the Mobile Station shall repeat the combined GPRS attach procedure after T3311 timeout.

2) When a combined GPRS attach procedure is rejected with the attach attempt counter five, the Mobile Station shall delete the stored TMSI, LAI, CKSN, P-TMSI, P-TMSI signature, GPRS CKSN and RAI and start T3302.

3) When the T3302 expire, a new combined GPRS attach procedure shall be initiated.

– GMM cause codes that can be selected are:

– ‘IMSI unknown in HLR’;

– ‘MS identity cannot be derived by the network’;

– ‘Network failure’;

– ‘Congestion’;

– ‘retry upon entry into a new cell’;

– ‘Message type not compatible with the protocol state’;

– ‘Conditional IE error’;

– ‘Message not compatible with the protocol state’;

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.2.

44.2.1.2.8.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS with respect to the attach attempt counter.

44.2.1.2.8.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation mode I. T3302 is set to 12 minutes.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid TMSI, P-TMSI and RAI. MS is Idle Updated.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– MS operation mode A (TSPC_operation_mode_A).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The MS initiates a combined GPRS attach procedure (attach attempt counter zero). The SS rejects the attach with an arbitrarily chosen cause code. The attach attempt counter is incremented and T3311 is started.

The MS initiates a new combined GPRS attach procedure (attach attempt counter one) after T3311 expires. The SS rejects the attach with an arbitrarily chosen cause code. The attach attempt counter is incremented and T3311 is started.

The MS initiates a new combined GPRS attach procedure (attach attempt counter two) after T3311 expires. The SS rejects the attach with an arbitrarily chosen cause code. The attach attempt counter is incremented and T3311 is started.

The MS initiates a new combined GPRS attach procedure (attach attempt counter three) after T3311 expires The SS rejects the attach with an arbitrarily chosen cause code. The attach attempt counter is incremented and T3311 is started.

The MS initiates a new combined GPRS attach procedure (attach attempt counter four) after T3311 expires The SS rejects the attach with an arbitrarily chosen cause code. The attach attempt counter is incremented and T3311 is not started, as the attach attempt counter is five. T3302 is started.

The MS initiates a combined GPRS attach procedure with attach attempt counter zero after T3302 expires without P-TMSI, P-TMSI signature, GPRS CKSN and RAI.

Maximum duration of test

20 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS).

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity =P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

Arbitrarily chosen GMM cause

5

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

6

SS

The SS verifies that the time between the attach reject and attach request is T3311 (+/- 10%)

7

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

Arbitrarily chosen GMM cause

8

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

9

SS

The SS verifies that the time between the attach reject and attach request is T3311 (+/- 10%)

10

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

Arbitrarily chosen GMM cause

11

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

12

SS

The SS verifies that the time between the attach reject and attach request is T3311 (+/- 10%)

13

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

Arbitrarily chosen GMM cause

14

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity =P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

15

SS

The SS verifies that the time between the attach reject and attach request is T3311 (+/- 10%)

16

SS -> MS

ATTACH REJECT

Arbitrarily chosen GMM cause

17

(optional step)

MS

{Location Update Procedure}

Macro. Location Update Procedure may be initiated from the MS. Parameter mobile identity is IMSI.

18

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

19

MS

No response from the MS to the request. This is checked for 10seconds.

20

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS/IMSI attach’ or

‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = IMSI

TMSI status =no valid TMSI available

21

SS

The SS verifies that the MS does not attempt to attach for T3302 (+/- 10%).

22

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attached’

Mobile identity P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI signature

Mobile identity = TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

23

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

24

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of TMSI-1 and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

25

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity with TMSI-1.

26

SS

SS releases the RR connection indicating a successful resumption of GPRS services.

27

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of P-TMSI-1 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

28

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC DATA BLOCK as a response to the paging request.

29

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

30

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2.9 Combined GPRS attach / abnormal cases / GPRS detach procedure collision

44.2.1.2.9.1 Conformance requirement

1) When a DETACH REQUEST message is received by the MS (Detach type ‘re-attach not required’) while waiting for an ATTACH ACCEPT message or ATTACH REJECT message, the MS shall terminate the combined GPRS attach procedure and continue with the combined GPRS detach procedure.

2) When a DETACH REQUEST message is received by the MS (Detach type ‘re-attach required’) while waiting for an ATTACH ACCEPT message or ATTACH REJECT message, the MS shall ignore the combined GPRS detach procedure and continue with the combined GPRS attach procedure.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 04.08 / 3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.3.2.

44.2.1.2.9.2 Test purpose

To test the behaviour of the MS in case of procedure collision.

44.2.1.2.9.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

One cell operating in network operation mode I.

Mobile Station:

The MS has a valid TMSI, P-TMSI and RAI. MS is Idle Updated.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B)

– MS operation mode A (TSPC_operation_mode_A).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

– Re-attach automatically when the network commands a detach with no cause value (TSPC_AddInfo_GPRS_Attach_on_NW_Detach_NoCause).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The MS initiates a combined GPRS attach procedure. The SS does not answer the combined GPRS attach procedure, but initiates a combined GPRS detach procedure (Detach type ‘re-attach not required’). The MS shall terminate the combined GPRS attach procedure and continue with the combined GPRS detach procedure.

The MS initiates a combined GPRS attach procedure. The SS does not answer the combined GPRS attach procedure, but initiates a combined GPRS detach procedure (Detach type ‘re-attach required’). The MS shall ignore the combined GPRS detach procedure and continue with the combined GPRS attach. CS services are also possible.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS).

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

Routing area identity = RAI-1

4

SS

The SS ignores the ATTACH REQUEST message and initiates a detach procedure.

5

SS -> MS

DETACH REQUEST

Detach type = ‘re-attach not required’

6

MS -> SS

DETACH ACCEPT

7

MS

The MS is powered off or switched off and powered up or switched on if the MS does not re-attach automatically upon receiving a network initiated detach with no cause value, (see PICS).

8

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1 or IMSI

Routing area identity = RAI-1 or not checked

9

SS

The SS ignores the ATTACH REQUEST message and initiates a detach procedure.

10

SS -> MS

DETACH REQUEST

Detach type = ‘re-attach required’

11

MS

The MS ignores the DETACH REQUEST message and continue with the attach procedure

12

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-2

P-TMSI-2 signature

Mobile identity = TMSI-2

Routing area identity = RAI-1

13

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

14

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of TMSI-2 and paging order for RR connection according to the channel combination of the cell.

15

MS -> SS

Verify that the MS initiates a RR connection and sends a PAGING RESPONSE with mobile identity with TMSI-2.

16

SS

SS releases the RR connection indicating a successful resumption of GPRS services.

17

SS -> MS

SS pages the MS with mobile identity of P-TMSI-2 and paging order for TBF establishment according to the channel combination of the cell.

18

MS

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC DATA BLOCK as a response to the paging request.

19

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

20

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, combined GPRS / IMSI detach’

Specific message contents

None.

44.2.1.2.10 Combined GPRS attach / eDRX

44.2.1.2.10.1 Conformance requirement

1) If the MS supports eDRX and requests the use of eDRX, the MS shall include the extended DRX parameters IE in the ATTACH REQUEST message.

2) The MS shall use extended idle mode DRX cycle only if the network has provided the extended DRX parameters IE during the last attach procedure.

Reference(s):

3GPP TS 24.008 subclause 4.7.2.10, 4.7.3.1.1 and 4.7.5.1.1.

44.2.1.2.10.2 Test Purpose

To verify that a MS that supports eDRX and requests the use of eDRX will include the extended DRX parameters IE in the ATTACH REQUEST message.

To verify that a MS that supports eDRX and requests the use of eDRX will use extended idle mode DRX cycle only if the network has provided the extended DRX parameters IE during the last attach procedure.

44.2.1.2.10.3 Method of test

Initial conditions

System Simulator:

– One cell operating in network operation mode I.

– The cell supports eDRX.

Mobile Station:

– The MS has a valid IMSI. MS is Idle Updated.

– The MS is configured to use eDRX.

– The MS is configured to use a specific value of extended DRX cycle.

Specific PICS statements:

– MS operation mode B (TSPC_operation_mode_B).

– MS operation mode A (TSPC_operation_mode_A).

– Switch off on button (TSPC_Feat_OnOff).

– Automatic GPRS attach procedure at switch on or power on (TSPC_AddInfo_on_auto_GPRS_AP).

PIXIT statements:

Test procedure

The MS sends a combined ATTACH REQUEST message with extended DRX parameters IE. The SS accepts the request to use eDRX and returns ATTACH ACCEPT message with an extended DRX parameters IE. The MS shall use extended idle mode DRX cycle that the network has provided during the last attach procedure.

Maximum duration of test

5 minutes.

Expected sequence

Step

Direction

Message

Comments

1

MS

The MS is set in MS operation mode B (see PICS).

2

MS

The MS is powered up or switched on and initiates an attach (see PICS).

3

MS -> SS

ATTACH REQUEST

Attach type = ‘Combined GPRS / IMSI attach’ or ‘GPRS attach while IMSI attached’

Mobile identity =IMSI

Extended DRX parameters IE included.

4

SS -> MS

ATTACH ACCEPT

Attach result = ‘GPRS only attached’

Mobile identity = P-TMSI-1

P-TMSI-1 signature

Routing area identity = RAI-1

extended DRX value: 0111(195.84 seconds)

5

MS -> SS

ATTACH COMPLETE

6

Waits for 1 minute for Ready Timer to expire.

7

SS -> MS

PAGING REQUEST TYPE 1

Page indication indicates packet paging procedure. Sent on PCH according to the lowest eDRX cycle.

8

There should be no response from MS as the eDRX Cycle is now set to eDRX Value: 0111. This is verified for the duration of T3315.

9

SS -> MS

PAGING REQUEST TYPE 1

Page indication indicates packet paging procedure. Sent on PCH according to the negotiated eDRX cycle.

10

Verify that the MS initiates a TBF connection and sends an UPLINK RLC Data Block as a paging response.

11

MS

The MS is switched off or power is removed (see PICS).

12

MS -> SS

DETACH REQUEST

Message not sent if power is removed.

Detach type = ‘power switched off, GPRS detach’

Specific message contents

None.