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Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Release Notes for Release 4.5.1
Optional Component (Hardware and Software)
Definition of Major, Minor, and Maintenance Releases
Network Time Protocol Software
Upgrades and SIP Session Timers
New or Enhanced Features for Release 4.5.1, Maintenance Release 2
SIP Diversion Header Enhancement
Multiline Hunt Group Call Transfer
Support for Sun T2000 IPGE Ethernet Interface
Privacy Parameters in SIP Diversion Header
CODEC-NEG-SUPP Token in the Media Gateway Profile
MGCP Debug Message Enhancement
New or Enhanced Features for Release 4.5.1, Maintenance Release 1
Network Loopback Test for ISDN PRI Trunks
Validation of Source IP Address for Incoming SIP Messages
Virtual IP Address Functionality for CORBA Adapter
Optional Prefix Dialing for Toll and Toll-Free (8xx) Calls
Media Gateway—Unreachable Condition
New or Enhanced Features for Release 4.5.1
Privacy Manager with Cognitronics
Automatic Shared Memory Backup
Internal Secondary Authoritative DNS
MLHCentrexGroupName Data for Billing Call Detail Records
Temporarily Disconnected Subscriber Status and Soft Dial Tone
Block Toll Free Calls per Subscriber
Star Code to Access Voice Mail
Stand-Alone Call Redirection to Voice Mail
Privacy Director or Calling Identity with Enhanced Screening
Trace Active Call per Directory Number and Trunk Identification
T.38 Fax Relay Call Agent Controlled Mode Across SIP Trunk Interface
Account/Authorization Code Support on PRI Trunks
Alerting Notification to Third-Party Feature Server
Network Continuity Test and TDM Test Enhancements
Alarm Correlation Enhancements
Measurement Report on a Per Market (POP) Basis
.DONE Indicator After Successful Transmission of Call DB Records to Billing Mediation Server
Secure Provisioning for SIP Endpoints
Testing Capability Required for 911 FGD-OS Trunks
Support for 2048 Bytes in Digit Map
North American Numbering Plan Administration Audit Feature
ISUP Transparency on the Cisco BTS 10200-Cisco PGW 2200 Interface
Limited Call Duration Service (Prepaid/Postpaid)
Web Report Interface Authentication
Own Calling Number Announcement
Alarms/Events Reported for DNS Failures
OverDecadic Digit Support for Generic DN Parser
Parameters for Noun=User Are Changeable
Password Key Added for CLI User Command
Provision CA-CONFIG Defaults in Call Agent and Feature Servers
Configuring Slot/Sub-Slot/Port for ISDN D-Channel Backhaul
Increase Table Size for Region Profile Table
Provisioned Subscriber DN and Privacy
No Automatic Alarm-status=Off After System Recovery
Billing Information for CF Interrogation
INVITE Retries Are Configurable
Bypass Flag for Time Difference
Nodestat Obtains and Shows Status Information from Hub
Cisco BTS 10200 Sends SDP for SIP Call When rbk=N for Call Waiting
SIP Outbound Numbers Require +CC Depending on NOA
DOMAIN-NAME Verified on SIP INVITE Messages
Time-Out (TO) to Ring Signal for MGCP/NCS
SIP Stack Attempts Next Address If TCP Connection Fails for INVITE
A-Law to U-Law Transcoding Interworking
SIP NOTIFY Rejected from Unity
SIM Feature Server Status Saved in Feature Server Table
Change Counter Names to SIS and SIP for Release 4.5 Measurements
VMWI and SDT on Per Line Basis
Piggybacked MGCP Messages Now Configurable Using MGW-PROFILE
Configurable Field for Sending FastStart in CALL PROCEEDING or ALERTING
Updated EventObject and Version ID Field
Ringback on CAS Trunking Gateway
Account Code in Event Message Billing
New, Modified, or Deprecated Alarms
Changes from Previous Releases
Vertical Service Code Limitation
New and Updated Documentation for Release 4.5.x
Configurable ACM Timer Based On Incoming Trunk Group
Non-Facilities Associated Signaling
PacketCable Certified CMS, MGC
Simultaneous Support for CALEA Methods: PacketCable + SII
Cisco Self-Service Phone Administration
Range of Channels for TGCP Endpoints
Billing Changes in Call Agent Profile Table
TCAP Signal Adaptor Recovery from Signaling Link Failure
Adjustable Timer for COS-Restrict Feature Confirmation Tone
Distributed Message Transfer Part Level 3
Basic Network Loop-Back Test for NCS/MGCP End-Points
Flash Archive and Disk Mirroring
Feature Profile Base and FEATURE-CONFIG Tables
Command Line Interface Guidelines
User Side State Machine Enabled
9 Bits Used for ISDN D Channel Port
H.323 Video, Routing, and Transparency Features
Calling Party Number Options for Outgoing SETUP Message
New Field for Signaling 68 Event/Trap
Hook-Flash with Warmline and Hotline-Variable Feature
Capability for NAS Digital Calls
SIGTRAN-Based SS7 ANSI Signaling
Call Manager/H.323 Interworking
Modified and New Subscriber Features
New Documentation for Release 4.4
New Documentation for Release 4.2
Obtaining Technical Assistance
Contacting TAC by Using the Cisco TAC Website
Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Release Notes for Release 4.5.1
Revised: October 23, 2007The Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch is a class-independent software switch (softswitch) that provides next-generation integrated voice and data switching solutions for packet networks.
For an overview of the components, functions and signaling protocols supported by the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch, see the System Description (Release 4.5).
For descriptions of network features, subscriber features, class of service (COS) functions, outgoing call barring (OCB), feature interactions, and interactive voice response (IVR) features, see the Network and Subscriber Feature Descriptions (Release 4.5).
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These release notes for the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch describe the enhancements and new features provided in Release 4.5.1 (900-04.05.01.Vxx).
Also, these release notes describe the enhancements and new features provided in Release 4.5.1, Maintenance Releases 1 and 2 (MR1, MR2).
This document includes the following sections:
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New or Enhanced Features for Release 4.5.1
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These release notes are updated periodically on an as needed basis. Please read these release notes in their entirety, because they contain important operational information that can impact your network.
System Requirements
This section details the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch supported hardware platforms, their supported options and configurations, and the supported software releases.
Multiple hardware options are available. Service providers should consult with their Cisco account team and choose the option that best suits their network applications and traffic levels. Refer to Table 1 for host hardware options.
The physical plant requirements for installation of the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch are documented in the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Site Preparation and Network Communication Requirements.
The Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch requires the following equipment:
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Sun Microsystems hardware can be ordered directly from the vendor or a Sun value added reseller; however, Cisco TAC does not support hardware or operating systems purchased directly from Sun or from any other vendor. Hardware support contracts should be purchased from Sun or the Sun value added reseller.
Hardware Requirements
Hardware available from Cisco Systems Inc. for PacketCable North American customers is listed below. Determine if you need AC or DC, and if you want the hardware in a cabinet or ready to mount in a customer rack. Work with a Cisco BTS 10200 product manager to determine the appropriate load for your situation.
The Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch is available only in duplex (continuous-service) configurations.
Table 1 lists the hardware requirements for the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Call Agent (CA) and Feature Server (FS) platform.
Caution
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For Sun Fire V120s and Sun Netra 120:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/vcallcon/ps531/prod_eol_notice0900aecd800fe180.html
For AXmp: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/vcallcon/ps531/prod_eol_notice0900aecd800f896a.html
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http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/vcallcon/ps531/prod_eol_notice0900aecd80532e24.htmlThe memory requirement for Release 4.5.1 is 8 GB. Using 4 GB (as in previous 4.x releases) may result in a loss of data while upgrading to Release 4.5.1, and users may need a fresh download if 4 GB memory is used.
For best results, Cisco recommends following the memory requirements listed in Table 1.
Installation Parameters
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Interface Options
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The Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch interface configurations are documented in the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Release 4.5 Cabling, VLAN, and IRDP Procedures.
In Release 4.5.1, the Call Agent (CA) requires four physical interfaces, and the Element Management System (EMS) requires two physical interfaces. If ordering your own hardware, make sure to purchase an adequate number of interfaces.
Optional Component (Hardware and Software)
The HTTP feature server (HTTP-FS) is an optional component of the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch that enables users to configure user parameters for certain applicable Cisco BTS 10200 features. It enables this by performing ASCII text-based (rather than tones) user-interaction to a CMXML-aware (v3.0 and above) SIP client.
For example, with a CMXML-aware Cisco 7960 IP phone, users can configure the Call Forwarding Unconditional (CFU) number using a text-based menu displayed on its LCD panel.
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The HTTP-FS comprises two subcomponents: the GUI feature server (GUI-FS) and the Mini-Browser Adapter (MBA). To use the HTTP-FS, you must install the GUI-FS software package, which is part of the Feature Server for POTS/Tandem/Centrex (FSPTC). Install the FSPTC if it is not already installed.
Requirements for HTTP-FS
The Sun Fire V240 hardware and Solaris 8 are required to use the HTTP-FS. Load Solaris 8, and then install the MBA software package.
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Ancillary Hardware
If you are using reference sale hardware, the following pieces of ancillary hardware are required for use with the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch.
For AC Systems
You need two AC system switch routers configured as listed in Table 2.
Table 2 Ancillary Hardware for AC Systems
WS-C2950M-XL-EN
Cisco Catalyst 2950m xl AC 10/100 Autosensing Fast Ethernet Switch
For DC Systems
You need two DC system switch routers configured as listed in Table 3.
Table 3 Ancillary Hardware for DC Systems
WS-C2950M-XL-EN-DC
Cisco Catalyst 2950m xl DC 10/100 Autosensing Fast Ethernet Switch
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For All Systems
You need one alarm panel or your own terminal server that allows for console login. The Cisco BTS 10200 alarm panel is listed in Table 4.
Table 4 Ancillary Hardware for All Systems
BTS10200-ALRM
Cisco BTS 10200 Alarm Panel
Cisco ITP Signaling Gateways
The Cisco IP Transfer Point (ITP) is required for SS7 interconnectivity. ITP is a comprehensive product for transporting Signaling System 7 (SS7) traffic over traditional time-division multiplexing (TDM) networks or advanced SS7-over-IP (SS7oIP) networks. You need Cisco ITP Signaling Gateways to provide SS7 interconnectivity for the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch in Release 4.5.1
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The Cisco IP Transfer Point is implemented on the Cisco 2600XM Series Router (2650XM, 2651XM), the Cisco 7200 Series Router (7204VXR, 7206VXR), the Cisco 7301 Router and the Cisco 7500 Series Router (7507, 7513). All hardware models function similarly by performing MTP3 routing over SS7 TDM links or over an IP (or dual IP) network.
The Cisco ITP 2651, 7301, and 7507 Signaling Gateways are carrier class routers with a transparent SS7oIP convergence solution. The 26xx offers 2 or 4 SS7 links, the 73xx supports up to 80 SS7 links, and the 7507 provides from 32 to 256+ SS7 links.
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Because the Cisco BTS 10200 and ITP both handle SS7 traffic using Sigtran protocols, they must be fully compatible in the version of the SCTP transport protocol used.For more information on the ITP equipment, see the Cisco ITP Product Data Sheet.
Table Sizes
To check the size of all tables specific to your BTS 10200 configuration, perform the command show db-usage.
Software Requirements
The Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Release 4.5.1 (900-04.05.01.Vxx) software is required for you to run the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch on the hardware platforms.
Definition of Major, Minor, and Maintenance Releases
The following section describes the differences between major, minor, and maintenance releases.
Major Release
A major software release has significant new features, enhancements, architectural changes, and/or defect fixes. The major release number increments with each new version, and numbers may NOT be skipped in deliveries to customers. This release is based on previous Main release and receives defect fixes synced from previous main releases throughout the life of this release.
Minor Release
A minor software release has only a few new features of limited scope, enhancements and/or defect fixes. The minor release number increments as content is added and numbers may be nonsequential (skipped). This release is based on a previous release and receives defect fixes synced from previous major or minor releases throughout the life of this release.
Maintenance Release
A maintenance software release has defect fixes that address specific problems. The maintenance release number increments as content is added and numbers can be nonsequential (skipped).
Release Naming Conventions
The Cisco BTS 10200 product release version numbering is defined as either:
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Network Time Protocol Software
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NTP software is installed with Sun Solaris. Be sure to configure your Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch to use NTP or the equivalent time synchronization software.
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Sun Solaris Version Upgrade
The Sun Solaris software was upgraded to Version 10; the upgrade is part of the Release 4.5 upgrade.
For information about the Netscape browser requirements in Release 4.5, refer to the EPOM datasheets.
Optional Software
The following optional software can also be used with Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Release 4.5.1.
Cisco Extensible Provisioning Object Manager
You can use the Cisco Extensible Provisioning Object Manager (EPOM) Release 4.5 software as a provisioning tool for Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Release 4.5.1.
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EPOM requires its own host server. For more information, refer to the Cisco EPOM Getting Started Guide.
CORBA and OpenORB
The CORBA Adapter (CAD) interface is an object-oriented provisioning tool for the BTS 10200 that parallels the BTS 10200 CLI adapter in capability.
The CAD uses the OpenORB 1.3.1 interface to develop and deploy distributed object-based applications, as defined in the CORBA specification 2.4. OpenORB is a third party software package that leverages the Internet Inter-ORB Protocol (IIOP) using either the Transmission Control Protocol or the User Datagram Protocol (UDP) for connections.
For detailed information on CORBA and OpenORB, refer to the CORBA Adapter Interface Specification Programmer Guide.
Cisco Self-Service Phone Administration
You can use the Cisco Self-Service Phone Administration (SPA), Version 1.1, which allows phones to be organized into accounts and managed by end users to manipulate existing features and query account information without service provider intervention. This reduces service provider costs, while enhancing the end user's product experience. When the service provider has installed Cisco SPA and configured it using the Cisco SPA operation and configuration tool, all that remains is creating accounts for users to manage using their own phones. The Cisco SPA application and the Cisco SPA operation and configuration tool are described in the Cisco SPA Installation and Users Guide.
Component Interoperability
Table 5 lists specific peripheral platforms, functions, and software loads used in system testing for interoperability with the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Release 4.5.x software. Earlier or later releases of platform software might be interoperable, and it might be possible to use other functions on these platforms. This list certifies only that the required interoperation of these platforms, the functions listed, and the protocols listed has been successfully tested with the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch.
Table 5 Component Interoperability Matrix
Cognitronics CX500
Announcement Server
MGCP 1.0
3.0
IP Unity Harmony 6000
Privacy Director
SIP RFC3261
3.1
IP Unity Harmony 6000
Voicemail Server
SIP RFC3261
3.1
IP Unity Harmony 6000
Announcement Server
SIP RFC3261
3.1
Cisco IAD 242x
Residential/Business Gateway
MGCP 1.0
12.3(21)
Cisco IAD 243x
Residential/Business Gateway
MGCP 1.0
12.4(4)T5
Cisco Cat 3550
Ethernet Switch
121-22.EA6
Cisco Cat 2950
Ethernet Switch
121-22.EA6
Cisco MGX 8850 VISM
Trunking Gateway
MGCP 1.0, TGCP
3.53.30.203
Cisco MGX VXSM
Trunking Gateway
MGCP 1.0, TGCP
5.3.10.201-P2
Cisco AS5300
Trunking Gateway1
MGCP 1.0, TGCP
12.4.12
Cisco AS5350
Trunking Gateway1
MGCP 1.0, TGCP
12.4.12
Cisco AS5400
Trunking Gateway
MGCP 1.0, TGCP
12.4.12
Cisco PXM45/AXSM
Trunking Gateway
MGCP 1.0, TGCP
5.52(10.255)D
Cisco PXM1-4-155
Trunking Gateway
MGCP 1.0, TGCP
5.3.1
Cisco VISM-PR
Trunking Gateway
MGCP 1.0, TGCP
5.2.00
Cisco RPM
Trunking Gateway
MGCP 1.0, TGCP
12.4(6)T6
Cisco 2651 ITP
SS7 Signaling Gateway
SIGTRAN M3UA/SUA
12.2(25)SW9
Cisco 73xx ITP
SS7 Signaling Gateway
SIGTRAN M3UA/SUA
12.2(25)SW9
Cisco 750x ITP
SS7 Signaling Gateway
SIGTRAN M3UA/SUA
12.2(25)SW9
Cisco uBR7246VXR Router
CMTS
PacketCable EM 08
12.3(13a)BC3
Cisco uBR 10K
CMTS, CALEA
CALEA SII, PCCMTS
12.3(17b)BC3
Cisco MSFC1
IP Core-Cat 6500
6.4-20
Cisco MSFC1
IP Core-Cat 6500
121-26.E4
Arris TM402P
eMTA
NCS 1.0, IPSEC
TS040559_022406_MODEL_4_5_TELNET_ON
Motorola SBV5220
eMTA
NCS 1.0, IPSEC
2.16.1.1
Motorola SBV5120
eMTA
NCS 1.0, IPSEC
2.16.1.1
Motorola SBV4200
eMTA
NCS 1.0, IPSEC
2.16.1.1
Scientific Atlanta Dpx2203
eMTA
NCS 1.0, IPSEC
v1.1.2r1151-050224b-5
Linksys PAP2
SIP endpoint
SIP
3.1.5(Lsd)
Cisco ATA188
SIP endpoint
SIP
3.2.1
Camiant Multimedia Service Controller
Policy server
2.3
CableMatrix On-Demand Service Platform (ODSP)
Policy server
1.0.0b6
1 The Cisco AS5300 and AS5350 have also been tested as Announcement Servers
Gateway Caveat
An invalid CRCX (inactive + r:cl) is sent during call waiting scenarios. The Cisco IOS gateway generates error 524 for a CRCX with "L: ..., r:cl" and "M: inactive" on a call waiting scenario when the media gateway for the call waiting subscriber is provisioned to use "CL" for RSVP.
This a Cisco IOS media gateway issue, not a Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch issue. The workaround for this is to not use CL for RSVP for the media gateway.
H.323 Applications
H.323 applications are supported in Release 4.5.1, but not Release 4.5.0.
Operator Access
Operator access to the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch is available only by secure shell (SSH) session to the EMS over Ethernet. The Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch does not support nonsecure FTP; in order for you to FTP to any other system, your Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch system must have secure FTP (SFTP) capabilities.
For security purposes, SSH access is limited to using defined management interfaces.
Installation Notes
Before running an installation, plan accordingly, by using the Site Preparation and Network Communications Requirement document, the Network Site Survey, and a Building and Environment Site Survey.
For detailed installation procedures on installing the Release 4.5.x software, refer to the CD Jumpstart Procedure and Application Installation for Duplex Systems links in the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Application Installation Guide.
Installing the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch consists of following:
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After installing and cabling the hardware, use the jumpstart procedure to have the system jumpstarted with the proper OS version and kernel patch level. Once the system is configured properly, you can begin the application installation.
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Upgrade Procedures
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A procedure is available for customers upgrading between Cisco BTS 10200 releases. The procedures are provided for customers upgrading from the following releases:
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For additional information about the upgrade or fallback procedures, refer to the "Enhanced Software Upgrade" section.
The upgrade guide is available from the Cisco BTS 10200 Release 4.5.x Installation and Upgrade Guides Web page.
Upgrades and SIP Session Timers
SIP Session Timer values configured prior to Release 4.5.1 are reset to the default values after you upgrade to Release 4.5.1. Additionally, you cannot configure the SIP session timers, such as minSE and session_expires_delta_secs, on the CA-CONFIG table.
To configure the SIP timers, you must use the new SIP-TIMER-PROFILE table and reference that in the CA-CONFIG table.
Upgrades and CALEA
The following information is relevant for CALEA users upgrading from Release 3.5.5 to Release 4.5.x.
In some cases, CALEA will not function after upgrade without the CALEA-related components being modified. Use the following steps for Task 7, Continue Upgrade Process, in the Release 3.5.5 to 4.5.x upgrade guide to ensure that CALEA functions properly.
Once side B is active with Release 4.5.x, go to SSDF and make the following modification:
MODIFY-AFRI:AFID=Cactus-TWC,IFID=1,IPADDR=qfe0_ip,PORT=14146,VERSION=I08;MODIFY-AFRI:AFID=Cactus-TWC,IFID=2,IPADDR=qfe1_ip,PORT=14146,VERSION=I08;
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Caveats
Caveats are not listed in the Release Notes. Instead, caveats are available through the online tool, Bug Toolkit, allowing customers to query defects according to their own needs.
Bug Toolkit
To access Bug Toolkit, you need an Internet connection, a Web browser and a Cisco.com username and password.
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To view all caveats for Cisco BTS 10200, go to the "Search for bugs in other Cisco software and hardware products" section, and start typing BTS in the Product Name field.
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Errata
The Feature Descriptions document for Release 4.5x (http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/voice_ip_comm/bts/4.5/feature/description/fd201sft.html#wp1228569) lists an incorrect dial tone duration of 4 seconds for the Call Hold (CHD) feature. The current wording is "If the activating party does nothing, the network waits 4 seconds, then removes the dial tone." However the actual behavior is: If the activating party does nothing, the network waits 16 seconds, then removes the dial tone and provides an announcement.
New or Enhanced Features for Release 4.5.1, Maintenance Release 2
New feature documentation for Release 4.5.x can be accessed at: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/vcallcon/ps531/products_feature_guides_list.html.
The following features were added or enhanced in Release 4.5.1, Maintenance Release 2 (MR2):
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Colombia ISUP
Release 4.5.1 MR2 supports the Colombia ISUP Q.767 variant on the BTS 10200 Softswitch.
This feature adds a new value to the installed default variant base. A new id token, Q767_Colombia, is added to the User Part Variant Base and User Part Variant tables.
OpenSSH Upgrade
OpenSSH is a third-party SSH connectivity tool. Prior to Release 4.5.1 MR2, the BTS 10200 Softswitch used the OpenSSH 4.2p1 package. For Release 4.5.1 MR2, the OpenSSH package is ugraded to OpenSSH 4.4.
Audit Performance Enhancement
This enhancement reduces the time of a BTS 10200 EMS-A to EMS-B database audit by two-thirds. In a system with 200,000 subscribers, the audit completes in 7.5 minutes with no impact on EMS operations. The user enters the existing commands, su-oracle and dbadm-C db, to execute the audit.
SIP Diversion Header Enhancement
The BTS 10200 imposes limits on the decoding of incoming SIP messages. These limitations protect the system from performance problems due to the decoding of extremely large messages.
Prior to Release 4.5.1 MR2, the maximum number of allowable parameters in the SIP Diversion Header was five. Beginning with Release 4.5.1 MR2, the maximum number of allowable parameters is increased to ten. For more detailed information on SIP messages and maximum parameters, refer to the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch SIP Protocol User Guide.
Multiline Hunt Group Call Transfer
In Release 4.5.1 MR2, the Multiline Hunt Group (MLHG) call transfer feature allows all members of a MLHG to perform attended call transfers with 3-way calling. Members of a MLHG must be subscribed to call transfer and 3-way calling service in order to use the MLHG call transfer feature.
ISDN Table Size Increase
In Release 4.5.1 MR2, the following BTS 10200 ISDN tables were increased in capacity:
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The BTS 10200 now supports up to 2000 ISDN trunk groups.
Support for Sun T2000 IPGE Ethernet Interface
The Sun Netra T2000 has four 1 GB ipge ports integrated into its motherboard. Beginning with Release 4.5.1 MR2, the BTS 10200 is enhanced to support these new ipge interfaces.
Privacy Parameters in SIP Diversion Header
In Release 4.5.1 MR2 and later, if the SIP diversion feature is enabled, privacy parameters are sent and received in the SIP Diversion header for INVITEs sent out on a BTS 10200 SIP trunk.
Also, if the original called number (OCN) and/or the redirected DN (RDN) are being sent in Diversion headers towards local SIP subscribers, the system applies `anonymous' to the headers as follows:
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For more information on the SIP diversion header feature and privacy parameters, refer to the Cisco BTS 10200 SIP Protocol User Guide (Release 4.5.x).
Account Codes for Local Calls
Prior to Release 4.5.1 MR2, the BTS 10200 supported account codes for long distance calls only. In Release 4.5.1 MR2 and later, the BTS 10200 is enhanced to support account codes for local calls in addition to long distance calls.
CODEC-NEG-SUPP Token in the Media Gateway Profile
In Release 4.5.1 MR2, the CODEC-NEG-SUPP token enforcement is updated in the Media Gateway (MGW) Profile table. This parameter specifies a list of codecs common to both sides of a call in the local connection option (LCO) parameter of the create connection (CRCX) message. The default value for this parameter is `Y'. Available codec types are listed in the Quality of Service (QoS) table, using the codec-type token.
For more information on the CODEC-NEG-SUPP token, refer to "Office Provisioning—Media Gateway Profile Table, page 2-34" of the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Command Line Interface Reference for Call Processing.
MGCP Debug Message Enhancement
During certain conditions, debug messages appear in the BTS 10200 call trace logs. This enhancement allows printing the content of MGCP messages that are sent/received at default trace level (INFO3). This can be done under the following conditions:
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New or Enhanced Features for Release 4.5.1, Maintenance Release 1
New documentation for Release 4.5.x can be accessed at: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/vcallcon/ps531/products_feature_guides_list.html.
The following features were added or enhanced in Release 4.5.1, Maintenance Release 1 (MR1):
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Fast Audit and Sync Tools
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The Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Fast Audit and Sync Tools feature consists of two expect shell scripts that use other unix scripts and utilities to perform full-database and table audits of the databases on the various network elements of the system, and synchronize the mismatches found. The bts_audit tool determines the tables when performing full database audit by analyzing the catalog of the CA, FSPTC and FSAIN databases. The scripts will create copies of the data from the tables in a standardized format. The data files are used to generate a checksum for each table. The check sums are compared, and if they are not equal, the network element data file will be transferred to the EMS. On the EMS, the data is compared row by row, and mismatches are printed to a file that may be used by the bts_sync tool to restore synchronization of the table on the network element.
The bts_audit tool is able to:
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The bts_sync tool is used to send the generated SQL statements to the appropriate destination to bring the databases into synchronization.
Release 4.5.1 or later of the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch software must be installed and operating on the system to utilize the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Fast Audit and Sync Tools feature.
Network Loopback Test for ISDN PRI Trunks
Network Loopback Test for ISDN PRI trunks (ISDN NLB) feature allows operators to conduct network loopback testing originating from shared ISDN PRI trunks. The shared test trunk group accepts both normal and NLB test calls. NLB test calls are identified by provisioning the call-type and call-subtype tokens in the Destination table.
The Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch cannot perform network loopback test calls that originate from another switch and does not route NLB test calls from a testing device on an H.323 or SIP interface.
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For detailed information on this feature, refer to the feature module.
Block Provisioning
The Block Session Enhancement allows users of the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch to prevent provisioning during an upgrade or maintenance window. The Block Session Enhancement can block/unblock a specific session type, or a specific session user. You can block provisioning from the following interfaces:
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Only terminal type "MNT" users can use block provisioning, and "MNT" users are never blocked from provisioning. "MNT" users can block provisioning from either the Active or Standby side of the EMS.
When used, the Block Session Enhancement feature applies to all non-"MNT" users on terminals on either the Active or Standby side of the EMS. The commands of users already logged in, or those who login after the block command is issued, are prevented from executing.
The Block Session Enhancement is designed to remain in effect during the entire upgrade or maintenance window. After the upgrade or maintenance is complete, the unblock command clears the blocked state on both the Active and Standby side of the EMS.
For more information, refer to the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch Operations and Maintenance Guide.
Validation of Source IP Address for Incoming SIP Messages
The Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch can perform source IP address validation of incoming messages received on SIP trunks. This validation process is intended to reduce the risk of security attacks, which can occur if a packet is sniffed in the network and then sent from a different or rogue IP address, or domain, as present in the Via header. By default, IP address validation is disabled on the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch. The service provider can enable this capability using the SIA-TG-VALIDATE-SOURCE-IP token in the ca-config table. This is a switch-wide parameter, and applies to all SIP trunk groups.
Provisioning details can be found in the Chapter 2 of the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch SIP Protocol Provisioning Guide.
Virtual IP Address Functionality for CORBA Adapter
Beginning with Release 4.5.1, Maintenance Release 1 (MR1), the CORBA Adapter (CAD) installation automatically uses Virtual IP (VIP) Address as the iiop.hostname. VIP allows the NameService to listen to all IP addresses on the active EMS. The VIP feature is configured through the CLI.
The CORBA installation automatically selects the VIP (Virtual IP) if the VIP is configured, otherwise the first management IP address is selected. This change will be seen in the /etc/inittab folder.
Refer to the CORBA Adapter Interface Specification Programmer Guide for information on how to change the network configuration for CORBA and for more information on the VIP functionality.
Optional Prefix Dialing for Toll and Toll-Free (8xx) Calls
The BTS 10200 Softswitch can be provisioned to specify whether dialing a prefix 1 for 500, 800 (toll-free), 900, and toll calls is required. If dialing a prefix 1 is required and not dialed, an announcment is played. The following token is updated in the CLI Subscriber Service Profile table:
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For more information, refer to the Subscriber Service Profile table in the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch CLI Guide.
Media Gateway—Unreachable Condition
Beginning in Release 4.5.1 MR1, you can provision the BTS 10200 through CLI to release calls if and when the MGW becomes unreachable. This enhancement uses the SPARE1-SUPP token in the MGW-Profile Table.
Prior to this release, the BTS 10200 did not release calls if the MGW was unreachable. This default behavior was not configurable.
This enhancement allows you to configure the SPARE1-SUPP token:
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For more detailed information, refer to the MGW-Profile Table in the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch CLI Guide.
New or Enhanced Features for Release 4.5.1
The following features were added or enhanced in Release 4.5.1:
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French ISUP
The French ISUP is an ISUP variant named Q761_ETSIV3_FRENCH ISUP, which is based on the 1997 version of Q.761/ISUP V3. The French ISUP feature supports and works in conjunction with the ITU LNP feature on the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch.
ITU LNP
Release 4.5.1 introduced the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Local Number Portability (LNP) feature for the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch.
Local Number Portability (LNP) gives a telephone customer the ability to retain a local phone number if he or she switches to another local telephone service provider either within or outside the same geographic area.
To enable LNP functions on the Cisco softswitches, the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch maintains subscriber porting data in an internal database in the DN2RN table. In some countries, the system periodically connects to the country's central database and downloads the most recent set of LNP updates. These updates are stored in the DN2RN table in the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch's internal data format.
Mexico ISUP
Release 4.5.1 supports the Mexico ISUP variant, NOM112, on the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch. Mexico ISUP support also requires implementation of the Q.767 protocol family.
This feature provides SS7-based connectivity to the PSTNs in various countries, along with a large suite of local subscriber services. The requirement is for support with the ITP SS7 SG providing the SS7 access.
Mexico ISUP provides the service provider full and partial E1 access for delivering small business voice services.
Thailand ISUP
Release 4.5.1 also supports the Thailand ISUP variant, based on the ITU-T Q.761-4 specifications and part of Q767, on the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch.
This featurette adds a new value to the installed default variant base. It introduces the value Q761_Thailand for the ID token in the User Part Variant Base and User Part Variant tables.
T.38 Fax with SIP Endpoints
In Release 4.5, the T.38 fax relay feature did not support SIP endpoints. However, the feature was updated for this version, and Release 4.5.1 now supports SIP endpoints.
Metered Billing Featurette
The new Release 4.5.1 featurette, metered billing, allows the Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch to collect metered "pulses" from operators signaled to UPC via SPIROU (French ISUP) ITX messages.
This SS7 messaging is used for audio services that are paid by for by either a flat rate calculation or a time-based calculation. The calls are routed to the operator, and the operator reports the payment amount by the ITX messages. Every ITX has the same value.
For example, if 1 charging unit was equivalent to 0.1 Euro and a caller dialed a service such as a weather forecast with a 1 Euro fee, then the network would send 10 ITX messages.
H.323 Support
H.323 applications were not supported in Release 4.5.0, but are supported in Release 4.5.1. The Cisco BTS 10200 Softswitch implements H.323 interfaces and functions in Release 4.5.1, and also provides H.323 provisioning, operating, and troubleshooting procedures.
In Release 4.5.1, information about the reattempt, route advance, and hairpinning (redirect) functions was updated and enhanced. A new token (SEND-FS-CALLP) was added in the H.32
