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RRC (Radio Resource Control)


Term
RRC (Radio Resource Control)

Abbreviation
RRC

Definition
The RRC (Radio Resource Control) protocol is used in UMTS and LTE on the Air interface. It is layer that exists between UE and eNB and exists at the IP level. This protocol is specified by 3GPP in TS 25.33 for UMTS and in TS 36.331 for LTE. RRC messages are transported via the PDCP-Protocol. The major functions of the RRC protocol include connection establishment and release functions; broadcast of system information; radio bearer establishment; reconfiguration and release; RRC connection mobility procedures; paging notification and release; and outer loop power control.

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