Foundation course ยท Module 14 of 20

NSSF and slice selection

The function that supports selection of suitable network slice instances and serving AMFs.

Course position: 14 of 20

By the end of this module you should be able to:
  • Define NSSF
  • Understand selection inputs
  • Separate selection from service assurance

What the NSSF does

The Network Slice Selection Function supports the selection of network slice instances and may provide information used to identify suitable AMF sets or candidates.

Selection context

Inputs can include requested slice information, subscription data, serving area, roaming context and network availability.

What it does not do

The NSSF is not the whole slicing system. It supports selection; it does not by itself schedule radio resources, forward user traffic or guarantee an SLA.

Knowledge check

What is the NSSF mainly associated with?

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