Patent ID: 8977839
Filing Date: 2015-03-10
Classification: H04J,H04L,H04W

Abstract:
1. A method for self configuring an evolved Node B (eNB) comprising: sending a first message, from the eNB to initiate a connection to a gateway node, to an Internet Protocol (IP) address or fully qualified domain name; wherein the IP address or fully qualified domain name is stored in the eNB; after sending the first message: establishing the connection with the gateway node, sending a second message from the eNB to the gateway node; wherein the second message includes location information regarding a location of the eNB, wherein the location information includes an eNB identifier, latitude information and longitude information; and receiving, by the eNB from the gateway node, a third message including operating parameters associated with a serving node for self-configuring the eNB after sending the second message, wherein the included operating parameters are chosen in accordance with the location information of the eNB.