Video Series 02 : 5G Architecture and Key Principles :br Session 04 : 5G Deployment Options & 5SA vs 5G-NSA Network in brief.br br 5G deployment is more complex than just a simple upgrade from 4G. In this video, we explore the different 5G deployment options, covering both standalone and non-standalone configurations. Learn how 4G and 5G networks work together, and why they will continue to coexist for years. We’ll explain critical deployment schemes like Option 3 (ENDC) and Option 2, along with how dual connectivity allows seamless transitions between these technologies.br br Topics Covered:br * 4G Deployment (Option 1): This is the traditional 4G RAN working with the 4G packet core.br * 5G Standalone Deployment (Option 2): A 5G RAN connected to the 5G core, representing a fully standalone 5G network.br * Non-Standalone 5G Deployment: Learn how 4G and 5G coexist through dual connectivity, where a device connects to both LTE (4G) and NR (5G) at the same time.br * Option 3 (ENDC): When 4G is the primary RAN connected to a 4G core and 5G (NR) is used as the secondary RAN. This allows for leveraging 5G performance in areas where NR coverage is still limited.br * Future Deployment Options: As 5G coverage expands, understand how Option 4 (NE-DC), Option 5 (e-LTE), and Option 7 (NGEN-DC) will provide flexibility for mixed networks.br * Standalone vs Non-Standalone: We clarify the difference between standalone and non-standalone options, highlighting the advantages of each.br br br Key Takeaways:br * Dual Connectivity: See how dual connectivity allows for seamless communication over two Radio Access Technologies (RATs).br * Non-Standalone 5G (Option 3): Ideal for areas with spotty 5G coverage, where LTE serves as the backbone.br * Future of 5G: Understand how the transition from non-standalone to standalone 5G will unfold as NR coverage becomes more widespread.br br br If you're interested in 5G technology or a professional in telecom, this video simplifies the complexities of 5G deployment into clear, easy-to-understand explanations.