Process of Integrating SSG into the Operator's Network
Step 1. Server Preparation
Client Responsibilities:
- Prepare the server according to the requirements.
- Provide servers with VEOS installed. Pay attention to the preliminary VEOS configuration.
- Provide access. Two options are available:
- Send login and password for SSH.
- Use a ready-made script to add servers to Teleport.
VAS Experts Responsibilities:
- Connect to the servers via SSH.
- Add servers to Teleport.
Step 2. Component Installation
The installation depends on the functionality being used.
VAS Experts Responsibilities:
- SSG:
- Install SSG on the server.
- GUI (if required):
- Install GUI on a separate server. If necessary (e.g., in test environments), the GUI can be installed on the same server as SSG.
- QoE (for DPI functionality):
- Prepare a separate server for QoE.
- Install QoE.
Step 3. Component Configuration
The configuration depends on the functionality being used.
Client Responsibilities:
For NAT:
- Complete the questionnaire provided by the VAS Experts manager.
- Provide a pool of public IP addresses.
- Specify which private networks need to be connected to the CG-NAT service.
- Provide a receiver for exporting NAT events (if using a third-party solution).
For BRAS:
- Configure the RADIUS server using the provided attribute dictionary.
- Provide information about the type of BRAS (L2 or L3) and the authentication method.
- Configure billing logic.
VAS Experts Responsibilities:
For DPI:
- Configure the interaction between modules (DPI, GUI, QoE).
For NAT:
- Assign public IP addresses in SSG.
- Configure the export of NAT events. Two options are available:
- To the client receiver.
- Use the VAS Expert solution — QoE with NAT Flow functionality.
For BRAS:
- Configure SSG based on the type of BRAS (L2 or L3).
- Collaborate with the client on necessary attributes in the RADIUS server response.
- Debug and test business cases (e.g., blocking, Captive Portal, financial blocking).
Step 4. Integration and Testing
Client Responsibilities:
- Prepare a portion of traffic or a list of test subscribers for verification.
VAS Experts Responsibilities:
- Integrate SSG with a portion of real traffic or subscribers.
- Test the system's functionality.
- Address any identified issues.
Step 5. Transition to Operation
Client Responsibilities:
- Confirm that the system operates according to the requirements.
VAS Experts Responsibilities:
- Finalize the configuration and transfer the system into operation.
- Provide support during the implementation phase.