Appendix 2 - Operation Guide To OMStar Parameter Check V1.4

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Operation Guide to OMStar Parameter Check

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2011-08-03 1.00 Completed the first draft. Chen Shuang

2011-10-19 1.01 Updated this document according to requirements of the new Che Jingtao
document template.
2011-11-10 1.02 Added the CME-based parameter comparison. Che Jingtao
2012-01-05 1.03 Revised contents about how to check parameters in batches. Che Jingtao
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction....................................................................................................................................5
2 Version Requirement...................................................................................................................6
3 Environment Configuration........................................................................................................7
3.1 OMStar Environment Installation......................................................................................................................7
3.2 Soft Parameters..................................................................................................................................................7
3.3 Environment Configuration Method..................................................................................................................8
4 Parameter Check Method............................................................................................................9

4.1 Data Preparation................................................................................................................................................9
4.1.1 Data Collection.........................................................................................................................................9
4.1.2 MML Data Conversion...........................................................................................................................11
4.2 Parameter Check..............................................................................................................................................13
4.2.1 Creating a New Project...........................................................................................................................13
4.2.2 Customizing a Parameter Check Template.............................................................................................15
4.2.3 Implementing Parameter Check.............................................................................................................16
4.2.4 Viewing a Check Report.........................................................................................................................22
4.3 Common Operations........................................................................................................................................23
4.3.1 Importing a Template..............................................................................................................................23
4.3.2 Exporting a Template..............................................................................................................................24
4.3.3 Compiling a Template............................................................................................................................25
4.3.4 Saving a Template..................................................................................................................................28

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Operation Guide to OMStar Parameter Check

Key words:
OMStar, parameter check, configuration analysis
Abstract:
OMStar is a Huawei-developed tool used to perform operations in batches on eNodeBs,
including parameter check, coverage assessment, traffic analysis, and network check. This
document describes the method of parameter check in details.
List of abbreviations:
Abbreviation Full Name
NIC Network Information Collection

OMStar Operation Maintenance Star

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1 Introduction
OMStar Parameter check is to check configurations of eNodeBs against a preconfigured

parameter check template.
The template format is predefined and added into the parameter check template corresponding
to the mainstream eNodeB version by default. The template can be exported and modified in
the Configuration Parameter Check window and then imported into the template after the
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2 Version Requirement
This document is complied based on the following versions.

OMStar: V500R006C02SPC200
eNodeB: V100R003C00SPC300 or later
Operating system: Windows XP Professional Service Pack3

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3 Environment Configuration
3.1 OMStar Environment Installation

For details about installation of the OMStar environment, see Maintenance SOP of OMStar
V500R006C02.
3.2 Soft Parameters

The default parameter check template must be prepared before parameter check. To export the
default template, log in to the OMStar interface, modify contents as required based on the
default template, and then export the template. For details about the operation, see section 4.3
"Common Operations."
The OMStar saves each parameter based on 11 defined fields, as shown in the following
figure.
The following table describes meanings of various parameters.
Field Name Description
MO Indicates the unit for parameter configuration on the eNodeB and is the operation object of
the MML command.
Parameter ID Indicates the parameter ID and is an MO member, corresponding to an item in the MML
command.
Parameter Indicates the parameter name, proving description of a parameter.
Name
MML Indicates the MML command used to configure or modify the MO.
Command
Index Used to identify a parameter if the MO is the same. This field can be set yes or no. This field
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Default Value Indicates the default value stated in the template, with which the actual eNodeB parameter
settings are compared.
Unit Indicates the unit of a parameter.
Attribute Indicates the MO type. All parameters can be classified into three types: Equipment,
Transport, and Radio.
Level Indicates the level of an MO, only applicable to radio parameters but not equipment and
transport parameters. Radio parameters can be classified into eNodeB-level parameters, cell-
level parameters (including cell and cell plus), and other-level parameters.
Category Indicates the parameter type. The user can select a type of parameters for check.
IsCheck Indicates whether to check. Yes indicates to check. No indicates not to check.
Example of an MO including 11 fields
3.3 Environment Configuration Method

1. For details about quickly installing the SQL Server, see chapter 2 in Maintenance SOP of
OMStar V500R006C02.
2. For details about quickly installing the OMStar, see chapter 3 in Maintenance SOP of
OMStar V500R006C02.
3. For details about installing the Network Information Collector (NIC), see chapter 4 in
Maintenance SOP of OMStar V500R006C02.
4. For details about using the Network Information Collector (NIC), see chapter 5 in
Maintenance SOP of OMStar V500R006C02.

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4 Parameter Check Method
4.1 Data Preparation

4.1.1 Data Collection
1. Obtain the configuration data of the live network on the M2000.
Start the NE backup function on the M2000.
Select an NE and start the backup. After the backup is complete, click Download to OMC
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2. Collect the data by using the NIC.

To collect the data file by using the NIC, perform the following operations:
For details about the NIC installation and data collection, see chapters 4 and 5 in Maintenance
SOP of OMStar V500R006C02. The data collected by using the NIC is in ZIP format and
needs to be decompressed. The following figures show the format before and after
decompression. In this example, the collected data file are stored in the D:\NIC_DATA
directory.
Decompress
After opening the folder after decompression, view the LMT.XML file, which is the required
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4.1.2 MML Data Conversion

The OMStar supports parameter check on configuration files in MML format but not those in
XML format. The NE does not provide an MML file. The XML2MML tool is used to convert
a collected XML file to an MML file.
NOTE
The version of the XML2MML tool needs to support the eNodeB version; otherwise, the resolution will
fail. In case of a resolution failure, contact R&D personnel.
The XML2MML tool is obtained from the accessory packet of the generic manual.
1. Convert a single XML file to an MML file.
Step 1 Open the XML2MML tool and select a data file.
Step 2 Click Browse, select an XML file, and then click Export. The generated MML file is stored
in the same directory of the XML file.

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1. Convert XML files to MML files in batches.

Step 1 Open the XML2MML tool and select a data folder.

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Step 2 Click Browse, select the directory where XML files are stored, and then click Export All.
The generated MML files are stored in the XML2MMLRESULT folder. Even if XML files
are stored in a multi-level directory, the tool can automatically identify the files.
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4.2 Parameter Check

Input data sources. Input the MML data file of the eNodeB to be checked.
Install patches for the OMStar to make the OMStar support parameter check of all groups of
parameters. For details about how the OMStar checks parameters of all groups, see the FAQ.
NOTE
You are advised to check a total of no more than 200 eNodeBs at a time; otherwise, the program is
vulnerable to faults.
4.2.1 Creating a New Project

Before parameter check on the OMStar, you need to create a project corresponding to the
eNodeB version. The new project uses the "OMStar V500R006C02 Transdata" program
included in the program package. The "OMStar V500R006C02 Transdata" program is used to
create a project on the OMStar and import the network check data. This document describes
the new project only.
To create a project, perform the following operations:

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Step 1 Choose OMStar V500R006C02 > Open the OMStar V500R006C02 Transdata. The
Login Server window is displayed.
Step 2 In the Login Server window, select the SQL server, enter the user name and password, and
then click Login.
NOTE
Select the local SQL database for login. If the SQL Server has not been installed, see chapter 2 in
Maintenance SOP of OMStar V500R006C02 to quickly install the SQL Server.
Step 3 Click to add a new project.
NOTE
Alternatively, in the Project View navigation tree, right-click LTE and choose New Project from the
shortcut menu. If the Project View navigation tree is unavailable, choose Settings > Work Space.

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The selected version in the New Project dialog box must be compatible with the eNodeB
version.
NOTE
Select the eNodeB version in the Version List field, enter a user-defined project name in the Name
field, and then select a local folder in the Project Location field.
Step 4 A new project is successfully created.
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4.2.2 Customizing a Parameter Check Template

Modify parameters as required based on the default parameter check template. Generally, only
values in the Default Value and IsCheck fields need to be modified. Modification to other
values is not recommended.

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Default Value Indicates the default value stated in the template, against which the actual eNodeB parameter
setting is checked.
IsCheck Indicates whether to check. Yes indicates to check. No indicates not to check.
The parameter check template is stored in the accessory package of the generic manual
(Appendix 1: Default Performance Parameter Check 3.0).
Save the modified template and import it into the created project before parameter check.
4.2.3 Implementing Parameter Check

NOTE
Ensure that the project corresponding to the eNodeB version has been created before
parameter check.
Step 1 Choose OMStar V500R006C02 > OMStar V500R006C02 to open the OMStar. The User
Login window is displayed.
Step 2 In the User Login window, select the SQL server, enter the user name and password, and then
click Login.
Select the local SQL database for login. If the SQL Server has not been installed, see chapter
2 in Maintenance SOP of OMStar V500R006C02 to quickly install the SQL Server.
Step 3 Select the project compatible with the eNodeB version in the Open Project dialog box.

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Step 4 Choose Trouble Shooting > Configure Analysis > eNodeB Configure Check in the
navigation tree on the left.
Double-click eNodeB Configure Check to open the parameter check window.

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Step 5 Click to import the customized template. For details, see section 4.2.2 "Customizing a
Parameter Check Template."
The customized template is successfully imported.

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NOTE
For details about customizing a template, see section 4.2.2 "Customizing a Parameter Check Template."
Step 6 Click to select an eNodeB configuration file in MML format.
Click Source Script to select the save path of the MML file.
Press Ctrl+A to select all MML files in the directory and click Open.

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Click OK to start the parameter check. If Display all parameters in the Configuration
Parameter Check dialog box is selected, all parameters of the eNodeB are displayed,
including those consistent with default values in the template.
The parameter check is complete.

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NOTE
Select an MML file from the drop-down menu in the Source Script field, that is, the MML file
converted from the XML file in section4.1.2 "MML Data Conversion." (You can simultaneously select
multiple files for check. The parent directory of the file is displayed if multiple files are to be selected
and the save path of the file is displayed if a single file is to be selected. In this example, two files are
selected.) Set Check Mode based on the requirement that only abnormal values are displayed or all
parameters are displayed. Then, click OK to start the check.
Step 7 The check report is generated.
Step 8 Click to export the generated check report. The exported file is in XLS format.

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4.2.4 Viewing a Check Report

The report generated after the parameter check is the comparison result between the eNodeB
configuration data and the template data. eNodeB parameter settings inconsistent with default
values in the template can be viewed, as shown in the following figure.
The check report in the preceding figure shows that the value (212) of the
REFERENCESIGNALPW parameter of eNodeB 110001 and 110003 is inconsistent with the
default value (182) in the template.
The OMStar differently colors the areas displaying data of different eNodeBs if parameter
check is performed in batches. For example, the area displaying parameters of eNodeB 11000
is in yellow and that of eNodeB 110003 in light blue.
Click a sheet to view the comparison results of parameters of one type or level.

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4.3 Common Operations

4.3.1 Importing a Template
Step 1 Click on the tool bar.
Step 2 Select a template to be imported and click Open.

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4.3.2 Exporting a Template

Step 1 Click on the tool bar.
Step 2 Select a save path, enter a template name, and then click Save.

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4.3.3 Compiling a Template

The OMStar supports template compiling. Similar to the Excel, supported compiling
functions are as follows,
The following table lists the description of various shortcut icons.
Icons Description
Cancel
Cut
Copy
Paste
Sort A to Z
Sort Z to A

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Icons Description
Filter
Refresh
Open as Excel
Inserting a row: Right-click a row and choose Insert Row from the shortcut menu to insert a
row before the clicked row.
Deleting a row: Right-click a row and choose Delete Row from the shortcut menu to delete
the clicked row.

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Compiling a cell: Double-click a cell and modify the value.

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4.3.4 Saving a Template

Step 1 Click on the tool bar. The Save Template dialog box is displayed.
Step 2 Select a save mode and then click OK.
NOTE
The default template is overwritten if Overwrite default template is selected. In this case, the modified
template can be directly loaded next time when the tool is open. The default template is not overwritten
if Save As is selected. In this case, select a save path. The default template is still loaded next time when
the tool is open.
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Operation Guide to OMStar Parameter Check

Prepared by Che Jingtao Date 2012-01-05

Reviewed by TE Date yyyy-mm-dd

Granted by TM Date yyyy-mm-dd

Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

2011-08-03 1.00 Completed the first draft. Chen Shuang

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4 Parameter Check Method............................................................................................................9

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Operation Guide to OMStar Parameter Check

Abbreviation Full Name

NIC Network Information Collection

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OMStar Parameter check is to check configurations of eNodeBs against a preconfigured

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This document is complied based on the following versions.

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3.1 OMStar Environment Installation

3.2 Soft Parameters

The following table describes meanings of various parameters.

Field Name Description

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Field Name Description

Example of an MO including 11 fields

3.3 Environment Configuration Method

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4 Parameter Check Method

4.1 Data Preparation

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2. Collect the data by using the NIC.

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4.1.2 MML Data Conversion

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1. Convert XML files to MML files in batches.

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4.2 Parameter Check

4.2.1 Creating a New Project

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Step 3 Click to add a new project.

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Step 4 A new project is successfully created.

4.2.2 Customizing a Parameter Check Template

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Field Name Description

4.2.3 Implementing Parameter Check

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Double-click eNodeB Configure Check to open the parameter check window.

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The customized template is successfully imported.

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Step 6 Click to select an eNodeB configuration file in MML format.

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The parameter check is complete.

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Step 7 The check report is generated.

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4.2.4 Viewing a Check Report