Abstract
A novel architecture design for Radio Access Networks (RANs) to address critical elements in resource management and to achieve the 5G mobile network requirements is needed. Cloud Radio Access Network (C-RAN) and Software Defined Networking (SDN) / Network Function Virtualization (NFV) technologies are recognized as key enabling solutions for the future mobile networks. C-RAN is a new mobile network architecture, characterized by a redistribution of functionalities. More specifically, the baseband processing resources are centralized in remote locations, known as Base Band Unit (BBU) Pool, whereas the radio functionalities, known as Remote Radio Head (RRH), remain in edge locations. SDN focuses on decoupling control and data plane, while NFV performs the functionalities abstraction from the underlying hardware. In this paper, a hierarchical layered software-defined architecture for future 5G networks is proposed. We deploy a Next Generation Fronthaul Interface (NGFI) based architecture, in order to overcome issues related to massive MIMO deployment. Furthermore, in order to implement dynamically different functional splitting options, a virtualized Remote Aggregation Unit (RAU) is proposed. As further contribution, our solution aims to provide new features that facilitate SDN/NFV integration in wireless/mobile environments.
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