SSTP ARCHITECTURE & NETWORK

E4-E5 CFA
SSTP ARCHITECTURE & NETWORK
Q. 1 , What is the role of SS7 in modern telecommunications networks?

A) It is a layered protocol following the TCP/IP reference model.

B) It enables network elements to share more than just basic call-control information.

C) It is a network architecture designed for data transmission links.

D) It provides a centralized database for rendering services.

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Q. 2 , Which layers of the OSI reference model correspond to the functions of the TCAP and ISUP layers in SS7?

A) Physical and Data Link layers

B) Network and Transport layers

C) Session and Presentation layers

D) Application Layer

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Q. 3 , Which component of the CCS Network is responsible for providing dial tone, routing calls between links and trunks, and providing tones and announcements?

A) Service Switching Points (SSP)

B) Signaling Transfer Points (STP)

C) Service Control Points (SCP)

D) Data Signaling Links (SLK)

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Q. 4 , Which component of the CCS Network is responsible for establishing and maintaining connections to Intelligent Peripherals (IPs) for AIN services?

A) Service Switching Points (SSP)

B) Signaling Transfer Points (STP)

C) Service Control Points (SCP)

D) Data Signaling Links (SLK)

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Q. 5 , Which type of switch interfaces to the customer premise and then to the SS7 network via the SSP?

A) Customer switch

B) End office

C) Access tandem

D) Tandem

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Q. 6 , What is the function of the Service Control Point (SCP) in the CCS Network?

A) It provides dial tone, routes calls between links and trunks, and provides tones and announcements.

B) It establishes and maintains connections to Intelligent Peripherals (IPs) for AIN services.

C) It generates queries toward another signaling node or database to receive information necessary for certain calls.

D) It load-shares traffic across links in a link set, rotating through all links available according to the rules of the SS7 protocol.

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Q. 7 , Which type of link is used for data transmission in most regions of the world in SS7 Common Channel Signaling Networks?

A) High Speed Links (HSLs)

B) Primary Rate Interfaces (PRIs)

C) Basic Rate Interfaces (BRIs)

D) Signaling links

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Q. 8 , What is a link set in SS7 Common Channel Signaling Networks?

A) A group of signaling links between any two signaling network elements.

B) A combination of the link sets interconnecting an SSP or SCP with both members of the STP pair.

C) A traffic carried between any two signaling network elements.

D) A load-sharing mechanism for traffic destined for any network element through the STP pair.

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Q. 9 , Why is an alternate route always available between any two Signaling Transfer Points (STPs) in SS7 Common Channel Signaling Networks?

A) Because STPs are deployed in pairs.

B) Because SSPs are deployed in pairs.

C) Because STPs are connected to the Service Control Points (SCPs).

D) Because STPs are connected to the Data Signaling Links (SLKs).

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Q. 10 , What is the function of the TCAP layer in SS7?

A) It enables network elements to share more than just basic call-control information.

B) It provides a centralized database for rendering services.

C) It generates queries toward another signaling node or database to receive information necessary for certain calls.

D) It load-shares traffic across links in a link set, rotating through all links available according to the rules of the SS7 protocol.

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Q. 11 , What is the function of SCPs and AIN SCPs in CCS Networks?

A) They provide network management services.

B) They provide access to call completion and information services.

C) They provide routing and transport for common channel messages.

D) They provide global title translation for signaling messages.

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Q. 12 , Which of the following is not a service provided by SCPs and AIN SCPs in CCS Networks?

A) Toll-Free Database Service

B) Visitor Location Register (VLR)

C) Custom Local Area Signaling Services (CLASS)

D) Call Routing Service

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Q. 13 , What is the function of STPs in CCS Networks?

A) They provide network management services.

B) They provide access to call completion and information services.

C) They provide routing and transport for common channel messages.

D) They provide global title translation for signaling messages.

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Q. 14 , Which of the following is not a function of SSTPs?

A) SS7 Message routing

B) Global Title Translation

C) Network Interconnection

D) Voice over IP (VoIP) management

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Q. 15 , What is the main difference between Regional STPs and Local STPs?

A) Regional STPs handle call set-up and network management traffic within the network, while Local STPs only handle query traffic requiring access to SCP databases.

B) There are no functional differences between Regional STPs and Local STPs.

C) Local STPs are deployed in a hierarchical arrangement, while Regional STPs are deployed in pairs with mirrored databases.

D) Regional STPs perform call switching functions as well as signaling transfer functions, while Local STPs perform only the core function of SS7 signaling transfer.

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Q. 16 , Which type of STP performs only the core function of SS7 signaling transfer?

A) Integrated STP

B) Standalone STP

C) Regional STP

D) Local STP

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Q. 17 , What is the function of Message Routing in SSTPs?

A) It controls message routing during periods of link congestion or failure.

B) It enables the operator to manage the network resources in a more effective way.

C) It routes messages to the appropriate destination signaling point.

D) It examines incoming and outgoing packets and allows only authorized packets.

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Q. 18 , How are nodes in the CCS Network identified?

A) By their unique routing label

B) By their Global Title Translation (GTT)

C) By their point code

D) By their sub system number (SSN)

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Q. 19 , What is the function of Global Title Translation in SSTPs?

A) It controls message routing during periods of link congestion or failure.

B) It enables the operator to manage the network resources in a more effective way.

C) It examines incoming and outgoing packets and allows only authorized packets.

D) It translates addresses (Global titles) from signaling messages that do not contain explicit information allowing the MTP to route the message.

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Q. 20 , Which of the following is a function of SSTP in CCS Networks?

A) Traffic routing and management

B) Voice call routing only

C) Data packet routing only

D) DNS management

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Q. 21 , Which of the following is a function of Global Title Translation (GTT) in SSTPs?

A) To translate addresses from signaling messages

B) To handle voice calls

c) To handle data packets

d) To manage network interconnection

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Q. 22 , What is the purpose of the routing tables stored and maintained within SSTPs?

a) To allow message transport between any given pair of SSTPs

b) To perform gateway screening

c) To manage DNS resources

d) To perform network interconnection

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Q. 23 , Which of the following is a function of SSTP in Network Management?

a) Traffic routing and management

b) Gateway screening

c) Network interconnection

d) Traffic control and link congestion management

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Q. 24 , Which of the following is a function of Gateway Screening in SSTP?

a) To examine incoming and outgoing packets and allow authorized ones

b) To perform message routing

c) To manage DNS resources

d) To perform network interconnection

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Q. 25 , Which type of SSTP performs both call switching functions and signaling transfer functions?

a) Integrated STP

b) Standalone STP

c) Local STP

d) Regional STP

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Q. 26 , What is the purpose of the DPC in SSTP message routing?

a) To perform global title translation

b) To identify the unique point code of a node in the network

c) To perform network interconnection

d) To manage DNS resources

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Q. 27 , What is the purpose of the GTT table in SSTP?

a) To perform traffic routing and management

b) To perform global title translation

c) To manage DNS resources

d) To perform network interconnection

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Q. 28 , What is the function of the RSTP in CCS Networks?

A) To handle call set-up and network management traffic within the network

B) To handle query traffic within the network requiring access to SCP databases

C) To perform gateway screening

D) To manage DNS resources

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Q. 29 , What is the purpose of the mirrored databases in STP mated pairs?

A) To perform global title translation

B) To handle voice calls

C) To handle data packets

D) To process all traffic if one of the STPs or signaling links fail

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Q. 30 , Which of the following services is provided by SCPs and AIN SCPs?

A) Toll-Free Database Service

B) Internet Service

C) Web Hosting Service

D) Email Service

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Q. 31 , What are the main objectives of SSTP’s?

A) To provide high-speed internet connectivity to rural areas

B) To manage inter-network traffic and signaling for BSNL networks

C) To provide telephony services to remote areas

D) To manage the distribution of electricity in urban areas

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Q. 32 , What is the advantage of a stand-alone STP network in BSNL?

A) It requires less investment than an integrated STP network

B) It frees up processing capacity from the switches

C) It offers better connectivity to remote areas

D) It has better compatibility with other network operators

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Q. 33 , How many SSTP nodes were installed as part of the PO issued by BSNLCO to M/s. UTStarcom?

A) 10

B) 12

C) 16

D) 18

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Q. 34 , What is the primary functionality of the new UTSTARCOM SSTP iSG6400?

A) Management of inter-network traffic

B) Translation, adaptation and distribution of signaling messages

C) Hosting of applications centrally

D) Redundancy in network level resources and features

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Q. 35 , What is the function of the MPU Card (MPU1A) in the iSG6400 chassis?

A) Provides translation between SS7 common channel signaling and MTP3 messages

B) Implements reliable signaling link transmission between iSG6400 and SS7 devices

C) Manages all hardware resources and provides a common, manageable and HA platform for the system

D) Accommodates the same types of function boards that fall into the six categories

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Q. 36 , What is the function of the Line Card (PEM-S8) in the iSG6400 chassis?

A) Provides translation between SS7 common channel signaling and MTP3 messages

B) Implements reliable signaling link transmission between iSG6400 and SS7 devices

C) Manages all hardware resources and provides a common, manageable and HA platform for the system

D) Accommodates the same types of function boards that fall into the six categories

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Q. 37 , What is the advantage of the iSG6400’s MTP Message Screening feature?

A) It provides number portability

B) It offers carrier-class high availability

C) It frees up processing capacity from the switches

D) It prevents unauthorized access to the network

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Q. 38 , Which SSTP nodes shall be equipped with International Signaling Gateway functionality?

A) Delhi, Chennai, Pune, and Ernakulum

B) Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Kolkata

C) Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, and Patna

D) None of the above

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Q. 39 , How many SSTPs should each TAX/IP TAX and MSC in the BSNL network be connected to?

A) At least one SSTP

B) At least two SSTPs

C) At least three SSTPs

D) At least four SSTPs

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Q. 40 , What are the main objectives of SSTP’s?

A) Regulate, measure, and account for inter-network traffic including SMS messages from mobile networks including GSM and CDMA

B) Achieve flexibility and transparency in management of signaling for BSNL‘s wired and wireless networks.

C) Optimal expansion of GSM & CDMA network of BSNL

D) Introduction of new services.

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Q. 41 , What is the advantage of a stand-alone STP network in BSNL?

A) Requires additional investment

B) Most effective method to manage network level resources and features

C) Increases processing capacity from the switches

D) Cannot host most applications centrally

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Q. 42 , What was the PO number for the replacement of the existing SSTP network of M/s.Tekelec (now M/s. Oracle), with a new SSTP network to M/s.UTStarcom India Telecom Private Ltd., Gurgaon?

A) P.O.No. SE/PO/005/2016-17/SSTP/New/UTStarcom dtd.01.03.2017

B) P.O.No. SE/PO/005/2016-18/SSTP/New/UTStarcom dtd.01.03.2017

C) P.O.No. SE/PO/006/2016-17/SSTP/New/UTStarcom dtd.01.03.2017

D) P.O.No. SE/PO/006/2016-18/SSTP/New/UTStarcom dtd.01.03.2017

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Q. 43 , How many SSTP nodes were installed as part of the replacement of the existing SSTP network?

A) 16

B) 18

C) 20

D) 22

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Q. 44 , What is the primary function of the UTSTARCOM SSTP iSG6400?

A) Implementation of translation, adaptation and distribution functionality for SIP and Diameter signaling

B) Implementation of translation, adaptation and distribution functionality for SIGTRAN and SS7 signaling messages on the bottom layer

C) Implementation of translation, adaptation and distribution functionality for M3UA-based SIGTRAN signaling、M2UA-based SIGTRAN signaling

D) All of the above

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Q. 45 , What is the advantage of the MPU Card (MPU1A) in the UTSTARCOM SSTP iSG6400?

A) It supports TDM-based MTP2 protocol and IP-based M2PA protocol

B) It manages all hardware resources and provides a common, manageable and HA platform for the system

C) It implements reliable signaling link transmission between iSG6400 and SS7 devices and provides translation between SS7 common channel signaling and MTP3 messages

D) It provides powerful system functions and supports number portability and Diameter signaling controller

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Q. 46 , What does the CLOCK I/O board (PCU1A) provide synchronization for?

a) E1/T1 trunks

b) Ethernet cables

c) USB devices

d) HDMI cables

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Q. 47 , Which protocols are supported by the SPU?

a) MTP4, SCCP, and M2PA

b) MTP2, SCCP, and M3UA

c) MTP3, SCCP, and M3UA

d) MTP3, SCCP, and M2PA

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Q. 48 , What is the hardware platform for the SPU?

a) ARM-based server

b) X86-based server

c) RISC-based server

d) SPARC-based server

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Q. 49 , How do both ISG6400 Chassis operate?

a) Active and passive load sharing mode

b) Active and active load sharing mode

c) Passive and passive load sharing mode

d) Only one chassis operates at a time

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Q. 50 , What happens if a hardware module fails in one chassis of the ISG6400?

a) Services are impacted

b) Services continue unaffected

c) The entire system shuts down

d) A backup system takes over immediately

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Q. 51 , How does the LAN SW Pair work?

a) In active-passive mode

b) In passive-passive mode

c) In active-active mode

d) In standby mode

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Q. 52 , Which software application runs on IBM servers?

A) SSTP

B) SPUs

C) PCU1A

D) LAN SW Pair

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Q. 53 , What is the capacity of MNP entries in UTSTARCOM SSTP?

A) 100M

B) 250M

C) 500M

D) 1B

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Q. 54 , What kind of database is used for eMS and NP DB in UTSTARCOM SSTP?

A) MySQL

B) Oracle

C) MongoDB

D) SQL Server

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Q. 55 , What kind of network is UTSTARCOM SSTP composed of?

A) Star network

B) Mesh network

C) Hybrid network

D) Ring network

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Q. 56 , How are the SSTP nodes and Centralized eMS/NP SRV/DB SRV connected?

A) Through LAN cables

B) Through WAN connections

C) Through VPN tunnels

D) Through a centralized DB/eMS/NP SRV

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Q. 57 , What is the advantage of having a centralized DB in UTSTARCOM SSTP?

A) High CAPEX and OPEX

B) Low CAPEX and OPEX

C) Improved performance

D) Improved scalability

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Q. 58 , What tool is used to synchronize the Oracle DB between different NOC/DR-NOC in UTSTARCOM SSTP?

A) Oracle GoldenGate

B) Veritas

C) IBM InfoSphere Data Replication

D) SQL Server Replication

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Q. 59 , What does the centralized eMS manage in UTSTARCOM SSTP?

A) All the SSTP nodes

B) All the hardware modules

C) All the software applications

D) All the LAN SW pairs

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Q. 60 , What is the main function of CLOCK I/O board in the PCU1A?

A) Provides synchronization clock signal for Ethernet

B) Provides synchronization clock signal for E1/T1 trunks

C) Provides translation of SS7 signaling messages

D) Provides translation of SIP signaling messages

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Q. 61 , What is the hardware platform used by the SPU?

A) ARM based server

B) X86 based server

C) IBM mainframe

D) RISC-V based server

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Q. 62 , How do both ISG6400 chassis work in terms of load sharing?

A) Active and standby mode

B) Active and passive mode

C) Active and active load sharing mode

D) Passive and passive load sharing mode

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Q. 63 , How does the LAN SW Pair work in the ISG6400 chassis?

A) Active-Active mode

B) Active-Passive mode

C) Passive-Passive mode

D) None of the above

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Q. 64 , What is the software application platform used by the SPU?

A) Windows

B) Linux

C) MacOS

D) IBM AIX

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Q. 65 , What is the capacity of MNP entries in the UTSTARCOM SSTP?

A) 100M entries

B) 200M entries

C) 250M entries

D) 300M entries

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Q. 66 , What type of database is used by UTSTARCOM SSTP for eMS and NP DB?

A) MySQL

B) Oracle DB

C) MongoDB

D) Microsoft SQL Server

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Q. 67 , How is the UTSTARCOM SSTP network composed?

A) It is composed of distributed SSTP nodes only

B) It is composed of centralized eMS/NP SRV/DB SRV only

C) It is composed of both distributed SSTP nodes and centralized eMS/NP SRV/DB SRV

D) None of the above

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Q. 68 , What is the advantage of having a centralized DB in the UTSTARCOM SSTP network?

A) High CAPEX and OPEX

B) Low CAPEX and OPEX

C) Increased complexity

D) Decreased reliability

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Q. 69 , What tool is used to synchronize the Oracle DB between different NOC/DR-NOC in UTSTARCOM SSTP?

A) Veritas

B) Symantec

C) Microsoft

D) IBM

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Q. 70 , What is the main function of the centralized eMS in the UTSTARCOM SSTP network?

A) Manage all the distributed SSTP nodes

B) Manage all the centralized eMS/NP SRV/DB SRV

C) Manage all the LAN SW Pair

D) None of the above

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Q. 71 , What protocol is supported by UTSTARCOM SSTP?

a) SS7 and SIGTRAN only

b) Diameter and SIP only

c) Both SS7/SIGTRAN and planned Diameter/SIP

d) None of the above

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