Description
5G offers much higher connection speeds, lower latency, massively increased capacity, an extended service offering, network slicing and much enhanced user experiences.
As a replacement for previous hardware-centric, inflexible and vendor proprietary RAN models, the software-centric, virtualized O-RAN is based on interoperability and standardization of RAN elements, including a unified interconnection standard for commodity white-box hardware and open-source software elements from different vendors.
Join the latest webinar series discussing how test and validation can help you to mitigate against risks when deploying new 5G/O-RAN technology and services.
Whether your challenges are in cybersecurity, O-RAN component development, cloud migration, or you need some tips and tricks for identifying partners to support you within your ecosystem, VIAVI has you covered with this latest webinar series from the lab.
Webinar 1
Direct Performance Testing (DPT) of the O-RAN Radio Unit (O-RU)
Presenter: Manjunatha Rachapalli
Summary: Understanding the value of Direct Performance Testing as a complementary test method to Conformance Testing. Join this session and learn how using the right test methods, you can reduce or remove potential deployment issues, ranging from integration with other O-RAN network components to performance and efficiency in testing.
Date: Tuesday 28th June 2022
Time: 4pm UK / 8 am PST / 11am EST / 5pm CET
Webinar 2
RAN Intelligent Controller, the heart of O-RAN
Presenter: Baruch Friedman
Explore the RAN Intelligent controller, non-real and near-real time. Join this session to learn how ensuring their optimum performance will be the key to differentiating your network service offering.
Date: Tuesday 5th July 2022
Time: 4pm UK / 8 am PST / 11am EST / 5pm CET
Webinar 3
Security Test Considerations for 5G PART 1
Presenter: Owen O'Donnell
The issue of security in 5G is a huge topic. Due to the huge architecture changes, the threat surface has increased dramatically opening up more entry points for malicious players. While 3GPP and O-RAN Alliance are writing specifications designed to protect the 5G architecture from attack, many feel there is more to be done to protect the network. Join this session to learn how VIAVI is helping to mitigate against these security risks.
Date: Tuesday 6th September 2022
Time: 4pm UK / 8 am PST / 11am EST / 5pm CET
Webinar 4
How to Choose the Right O-RAN Test Investment for Your Business
Presenter: Bethesda Shu
Summary: Reading vendor claims and the sheer amount of information available can be time-consuming when looking to choose the right partner in validation. Join this session for some tips and tricks to help navigate through all the information on offer.
Date: Tuesday 20th September 2022
Time: 4pm UK / 8 am PST / 11am EST / 5pm CET
Webinar 5
Network Slicing – Test Now, Succeed Later
Presenter: Owen O'Donnell
Summary: A single network can be divided to cover diverse use cases based on customer demand and segmentation. Operators can then allocate resources to each slice, utilizing the necessary speed, throughput and latency to cover the breadth of network slicing in 5G. The ability to offer a network slice as a service minimizes operating expenses (OPEX) as well as capital expenditures (CAPEX). It can allow critical public entities, such as first responders and medical emergency teams, to be prioritized with respect to coverage, capacity and connectivity. Join this session to learn how testing can reduce the risk in deployment and ensure the success of network slicing.
Date: Tuesday 11th October 2022
Time: 4pm UK / 8 am PST / 11am EST / 5pm CET
Webinar 6
Security Test Considerations for 5G PART 2
Presenter: TBD
Summary: The issue of security in 5G is a huge topic. Due to the huge architecture changes, the threat surface has increased dramatically. While 3GPP and O-RAN alliance are writing specifications designed to protect the 5G architecture from attack, many feel there is more to be done to protect the network. Join this session to learn how VIAVI is helping to mitigate against these security risks.
Date: Wednesday 23rd November 2022
Time: 4pm UK / 9 am PST / 12pm EST / 6pm CET
BONUS Webinar
How do you test 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks prior to space launch?
Presenter: Obilor Nwamadi
Summary: The hype is growing around 5G non-terrestrial networks providing much larger coverage and resilience compared to terrestrial networks. To meet these requirements, it is essential that satellite communications are reliable, stable, and tested cost-effectively, before they are launched into space. There are no second chances when your base station could be 600 KM away. Fixing an unreliable network could lead to costs that are out of this world!
Join this webinar where we discuss these challenges and learn how existing test solutions are helping the successful deployment of Non-Terrestrial Networks
Date: Tuesday 1st November 2022
Time: 4pm UK / 9 am PST / 6pm CET
BONUS Webinar #2
Accelerating O-RAN Radio Unit Time to Market
Presenters: Ken Trudgeon – Senior Product Manager for VIAVI Solutions, Melanie Mauersberger, Product Manager for Rohde & Schwarz
Summary: VIAVI and Rohde & Schwarz discuss their industry insight on how to accelerate your O-RAN Radio Unit Time to Market. As leaders in wireless communication test and active in specifications development in the O-RAN ALLIANCE, both companies have combined their industry-leading RF and protocol expertise.
Join us for this webinar to find out how you can speed up your O-RU Time to Market, without compromising on quality.
Date: Thursday 3rd November 2022
Time: 4pm UK / 9 am PST / 6pm CET