Chapter 15. Large-Scale Network Management
This chapter covers the following topics:
• Overview of Management Layers
• Using the ONS 15454 Element Management System
• Integrating to an OSS Using the Northbound Interface
Large-scale network management means that an operational support system (OSS) can manage thousands of network elements (NEs). For instance, some of these systems can manage more than 10,000 NEs. An OSS consists of various systems, including an element-management system (EMS), a network-management system (NMS), and a performance-monitoring system, to ensure that the correct level of service is being provided to end users.
An OSS supports daily network operations functions, such as adding ...
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