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The 4G LTE architecture consists of two main components: E-UTRAN, which manages radio access through eNodeBs, and EPC, which handles core network functions like user authentication and data routing. E-UTRAN is responsible for radio transmission, while EPC includes entities such as MME, S-GW, and P-GW for mobility management and connectivity. This architecture is designed for efficiency, scalability, and optimized all-IP traffic, reducing latency and improving performance.

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The 4G LTE architecture consists of two main components: E-UTRAN, which manages radio access through eNodeBs, and EPC, which handles core network functions like user authentication and data routing. E-UTRAN is responsible for radio transmission, while EPC includes entities such as MME, S-GW, and P-GW for mobility management and connectivity. This architecture is designed for efficiency, scalability, and optimized all-IP traffic, reducing latency and improving performance.

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Simplified Explanation of 4G LTE Architecture

Overview
The 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) network architecture is designed to provide high-speed mobile commu-
nication using a flat, IP-based structure. It mainly consists of two parts:

• E-UTRAN (Evolved UMTS Terrestrial Radio Access Network)


• EPC (Evolved Packet Core)

Together, these components ensure efficient radio communication, mobility management, data routing,
and internet access.

1. E-UTRAN: The Radio Access Part


The key component in E-UTRAN is the eNodeB (Evolved Node B), also known as the LTE base station.

eNodeB Responsibilities
• Manages radio transmission and reception with user devices (UEs).
• Handles radio resource management and handovers.
• Provides encryption, error correction, and scheduling of user data.
• Communicates with other eNodeBs using the X2 interface.

• Connects to EPC via the S1 interface.

2. EPC: The Core Network


The Evolved Packet Core (EPC) is the heart of the LTE network. It handles user authentication, data
routing, and mobility management. Its main components include:

a) MME (Mobility Management Entity)


• Controls signaling between UE and core network.

• Manages user registration, authentication, and mobility.

b) S-GW (Serving Gateway)


• Routes and forwards user data packets.
• Acts as a mobility anchor during handovers.

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c) P-GW (Packet Data Network Gateway)
• Connects LTE to external networks (like the Internet).
• Allocates IP addresses to user devices.

• Enforces policies and charging rules.

d) HSS (Home Subscriber Server)


• Stores user profiles, subscription data, and authentication information.

3. Interface Summary
• S1-U: Connects eNodeB to S-GW (user plane).
• S1-MME: Connects eNodeB to MME (control plane).

• S5/S8: Connects S-GW to P-GW.


• X2: Connects eNodeBs for handover coordination.

Conclusion
The 4G LTE architecture is designed to be efficient, scalable, and optimized for all-IP traffic. The separation
of control and user planes allows faster signaling and data transmission, while the flat architecture reduces
latency and improves performance.

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