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Analyzing 5G Signalling with Wireshark

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This course provides participants with a comprehensive exploration of using Wireshark to analyse and troubleshoot 5G networks across both core and radio access domains. Beginning with a recap of 5G functions and key protocols, learners will gain insights into 5G transport layers (IP, SCTP, TCP, UDP) and develop fluency in navigating Wireshark’s 5G-specific features, such as trace interaction, marking packets, and decoding encrypted traffic.

The course delves into essential 5G signalling protocols including NAS, NGAP, XnAP, F1AP, E1AP, HTTP/2, JSON, PFCP and GTP, highlighting their reference points, associations, and message flows within Wireshark. Through focused modules, students will visualise signalling and tunnelling mechanisms like GTPv1-U, as well as interworking with 4G on the N26 using GTPv2-C signalling. 

The course culminates with end-to-end scenarios related to 5G Registration, PDU sessions, and data transfer. In so doing, equips learners with the skills to effectively decode, interpret, and troubleshoot real-world 5G traffic traces using Wireshark.

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Phil heads up Mpirical’s technical development, advising on the latest technologies and assisting the Mpirical team with his wealth of both historical and current knowledge. Phil’s specialist area is the mobile radio and RAN space, originally focussing on 2G and 3G technologies but more recently, heavily embedded with 5G New Radio for both Mpirical and customer specific projects.
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Course Contents

Introduction to Wireshark in 5G:

  • Wireshark Introduction.
  • Recap 5G Functions.
  • Main 5G Core Protocols.
  • RAN Protocols.
  • IMS Protocols over 5G.

Transport Protocols in 5G:

  • Layer 1 and Layer 2.
  • IP (Internet Protocol).
  • SCTP (Stream Control Transmission Protocol).
  • TCP and UDP.

Wireshark Trace Interaction:

  • Wireshark - 5G specific Menu Items .
  • Wireshark - Columns.
  • Wireshark - Find/Search.
  • Wireshark - Marking Packets.

5G NAS Protocol:

  • N1 Reference Point Messages.
  • 5GMM and 5GSM Message Delivery.
  • NAS in Wireshark.
  • NAS Security Header.
  • Wireshark - Decoding Null Encryption .

NGAP Protocol:

  • N2 Reference Point.
  • NGAP in Wireshark.
  • NGAP Association.

XnAP Protocol:

  • Xn Reference Point.
  • XnAP Capabilities.
  • XnAP Association.
  • F1AP and E1AP Protocols:
  • F1 Reference Point.
  • F1AP Association.
  • E1 Reference Point.
  • E1AP Association.

5G SBI:

  • 5G SBI (HTTP/2 and JSON).
  • 5G SBI APIs in Wireshark.
  • Wireshark - Decoding HTTP/2.
  • HTTP/2 Magic.
  • HTTP/2 Frames.

PFCP Protocol:

  • N4 Reference Point.
  • PFCP Messages.
  • PFCP Session Correlation.

GTPv1-U Protocol:

  • GTP Tunnels.
  • Filtering for GTPv1-U.
  • GTP Packet and Extension Header.
  • User IPv6 Address.

5G End to End Wireshark Examples:

  • Registration.
  • PDU Sessions.
  • Data Transfer.

GTPv2-C:

  • GTPv2 Reference Point.
  • Filtering for GTPv2 Messages.
  • GTPV2 N26 Example.
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Will I receive certification for completing the course?

Yes, all our courses provide a shareable certificate of completion following the test of understanding.

How long do I get access to the course?

On-demand courses are accessible immediately following purchase. Each course will have a different access period ranging from 3-6 months on average. You can continue to access the Mpirical learning platform after your course licence expires; however, you won’t be able to view any course content or learning tools unless you are a paid customer.

What else do I get with a course?

All students benefit from automatic access to our ‘Ask the Trainer’ feature with an on-demand course purchase. You will also get access to our acclaimed network visualisation tool, NetX.*

*NetX is not included with the Mini Telecoms MBA course or partner training.

Can I access the course offline?

Offline access is not currently available. You must use a connected device to access the course and learning tools. However, course pdfs and reference documents are downloadable.

Is there recommended follow-on training?

Yes, we do recommend follow-on training courses within the Mpirical learning platform.

How do I choose between a live course or on-demand course?

Our live courses are generally reserved for teams and enterprises of 10 or more. If you’d like to learn more about purchasing a single course to be delivered at your location or online, please get in touch: enquiries@mpirical.com.