Implement Fast and Cost-Effective O-RAN RU Production Test
Implementation of the Open RAN (O-RAN) architecture is set to change how cellular infrastructure is developed. Integrated DUT control, interaction with multiple UEs, and communication across the O-RAN fronthaul interface will increase the complexity of O-RAN Radio Units (RU). However, the introduction of a disaggregated RAN opens the door for new vendors, and thus, more competition. Costs must be kept down without compromising test quality to ensure robust and efficient deployment of RUs. An ideal O-RAN test solution:
- Incorporates both custom and standardized DUT control
- Ensures compatibility across the O-RAN fronthaul interface
- Easily integrates robust and high-throughput distributed unit (DU) emulation
- Scales to multiple DUTs with flexible RF instrumentation and software
- Minimizes costs through scalability, lower cost of ownership, and shorter time to market
O-RAN RU Production Test
- High-throughput DU emulation record and playback
- Integrated DUT control with dedicated software with custom DUT control or through the O-RAN FH (fronthaul) interface
- Support for both O-RAN and traditional RAN test cases
- Reconfigurable hardware on a scalable PXI platform and dedicated O-RAN RU Production Test Software
- Four-layer, listed measurements for superior test speed with PXI VSTs
Solution Advantages
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Fastest test time available with layered measurements
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Scalable and versatile multichannel capabilities
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Quick test configuration through integrated, reusable DUT control
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Cost-effective and future-proof test system built on PXI platform
Build Your Solution with the NI Ecosystem
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O-RAN RU Production Test Solution Brochure
Learn more about how NI can enable fast and efficient O-RU production test with scalable test architectures, fast measurements, and high-performance instrumentation.