1. SIGTRAN User's Guide
  2. SS7-over-IP Networks
  3. When to transition to an SS7-over-IP SIGTRAN network

When to transition to an SS7-over-IP SIGTRAN network

Consider transitioning to an SS7-over-IP network if:

  • Traffic-volume growth on the network is demanding additional capacity
  • New networks are planned or IP services will be added to existing networks
  • Traffic volume between signaling points is surpassing the bandwidth of 16-link linksets
  • A data or voice-over-IP network is already present
  • Signaling traffic is deployed over very high-latency or lossier networks, such as satellite links

If signaling messages are transported over a private intranet, security measures can be applied as deemed necessary by the network operator.