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System Information Blocks (SIBs) are broadcast messages

from the eNodeB to the UEs that contain essential
information about the LTE system.
SIBs are transmitted on the Broadcast Channel (BCCH),

which is a dedicated control channel that is always
available. This ensures that UEs can always receive the
latest system information, even if they are not actively
connected to a cell.
SIBs are transmitted using the Physical Downlink

Shared Channel (PDSCH), which is the same channel
that is used to transmit data to UEs. This allows the
eNodeB to transmit SIBs and data to UEs
simultaneously, without having to switch between
different channels.
The transmission schedule of SIBs is configurable, but

there are some default settings that are typically used.
SIB 1 is typically transmitted every 80 ms, SIB 2 is
transmitted every 160 ms, and SIBs 3-5 are transmitted
every 320 ms. These transmission schedules are
designed to ensure that UEs receive all of the
necessary system information in a timely manner.
SIBs are divided into two categories: static SIBs and

dynamic SIBs. Static SIBs contain information that does
not change frequently, such as the PLMN identity and
cell identity. Dynamic SIBs contain information that
may change frequently, such as the cell status and
neighbour cell information.
Static SIBs are typically transmitted less frequently than

dynamic SIBs. This is because the information in static
SIBs is less likely to change. For example, the PLMN
identity and cell identity are typically only changed
when a new cell is added to the network or when an
existing cell is removed.
Dynamic SIBs are typically transmitted more frequently

than static SIBs. This is because the information in
dynamic SIBs is more likely to change. For example, the
cell status may change frequently due to changes in
traffic load or interference conditions.
UEs are required to monitor the BCCH for SIBs. When a

UE detects a new SIB, it stores the information in the
SIB and updates its configuration accordingly. UEs also
periodically check for updates to SIBs. This ensures that
UEs always have the latest system information.
Types of SIBs in LTE
System Information Block 1 (SIB-1)
SIB 1 includes pertinent data used to assess whether a User

Equipment (UE) is permitted to connect to a cell and
establishes the scheduling parameters for other system
information
SIB 1 is a mandatory SIB that must be transmitted by

all eNodeBs.
SIB 1 is transmitted on the BCCH using the PDSCH.
The default transmission period for SIB 1 is 80 ms.

However, the eNodeB can configure a different
transmission period if necessary.
SystemInformationBlockType1 (SIB1) is a crucial broadcast

message in LTE (Long-Term Evolution) networks, providing
essential information to User Equipment (UE) for proper

network operation. UE must follow specific procedures
upon receiving SIB1, depending on their operational state
and capabilities.
we'll explore the actions UE should take when receiving

SIB1 and SIB1-NB (Narrowband) under various conditions.
Receiving SystemInformationBlockType1 (SIB1)
Upon receiving SIB1, UE should adhere to the following

procedures:
1. RRC_IDLE or RRC_CONNECTED with T311 Running:
If the UE is in RRC_IDLE or RRC_CONNECTED state with

T311 running, and it is categorized as a Category 0 UE
according to TS 36.306
If the 'category0Allowed' is not included in SIB1.
Action:
Consider the cell as barred in accordance with TS

36.304
2. RRC_CONNECTED with T311 Not Running and Supports

Multi-Band Cells:
When UE is in RRC_CONNECTED state, T311 is not

running, and the UE supports multi-band cells as
indicated by bit 31 in 'featureGroupIndicators.'
Actions:
Disregard the 'freqBandIndicator' and

'multiBandInfoList,' if received, while in
RRC_CONNECTED.
Forward the 'cellIdentity' to upper layers.
Forward the 'trackingAreaCode' to upper layers.
3. Default Actions:
In all other cases, the UE should follow these steps:
Actions:
If the frequency band indicated in the

'freqBandIndicator' is supported by the UE and not a
downlink-only band, or if the UE supports
'multiBandInfoList,' and one or more of the frequency

bands indicated are supported and not downlink-only
bands:
1. Forward the 'cellIdentity' to upper layers.
2. Forward the 'trackingAreaCode' to upper layers.
3. Further Actions if UE Supports MultiNS-Pmax:
If the UE is capable of multiNS-Pmax and the

'freqBandInfo' or 'multiBandInfoList' contains
additionalSpectrumEmission in the 'NS-PmaxList' for
the selected frequency band:
1. Apply the first listed additionalSpectrumEmission that

it supports among the values in 'NSPmaxList' within
'freqBandInfo' or 'multiBandInfoList.'
If 'additionalPmax' is present in the same entry of the

selected additionalSpectrumEmission within 'NS-
PmaxList,' apply it.
1. Otherwise, apply 'p-Max.'
SIB 1 IEs
A UE uses the access barring information in SIB2 to

determine whether it is allowed to access the network.
For example, a UE that is not registered with the
network may be barred from accessing the network.
A UE uses the RACH related configuration in SIB2 to

determine how to access the RACH. For example, the
UE uses this information to determine the preamble
sequence that it should use and the number of times
that it should transmit the preamble.
A UE uses the idle mode paging configuration in SIB2

to determine how it will be paged when new data is
available for it. For example, the UE uses this
information to determine the paging channel that it
should monitor and the paging cycle.
A UE uses the PUCCH and PUSCH configuration in SIB2

to determine how it will transmit data on these
channels. For example, the UE uses this information to
determine the number of symbols that it should use to
transmit data on the PUCCH and the maximum
number of PDUs that it can transmit on the PUSCH in a
single transmission.
A UE uses the uplink power control and SRS

configuration in SIB2 to determine how it will adjust its
transmit power on the uplink and how it will use SRS to
measure the uplink channel conditions. For example,
the UE uses this information to determine the power
ramping step and the preamble initial received target
power.
A UE uses the uplink carrier frequency and bandwidth

information in SIB2 to determine the frequency and
bandwidth of the uplink carrier. This information is
used by the UE to configure its uplink transmitter and
receiver.
SIB 2 IEs
SIB3 in LTE provides essential cell reselection parameters for

various scenarios, including INTRA-Frequency, INTER-
Frequency, and Inter-RAT (Radio Access Technology)
scenarios.
Signaling Radio Bearer: Not Applicable (N/A)
RLC-Mode: Transparent Mode (TM)
Logical Channel: Broadcast Control Channel (BCCH)
Direction: From the Evolved Universal Terrestrial Radio

Access Network (E-UTRAN) to the User Equipment (UE)
SIB 3 IEs
Information on intra-frequency neighbouring cells
Information on inter-frequency neighbouring cells
Information for reselection to UMTS (UTRAN) cells
Information for reselection to GSM (GERAN) cells
Information for reselection to CDMA2000 systems
Home eNodeB name – for future LTE femtocell applications
System Information Block 10/11 (SIB-10/11)
ETWS (Earthquake and Tsunami Warning System)

information
Commercial Mobile Alerting System (CMAS) information.
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System Information Blocks (SIBs) are broadcast messages

SIBs are transmitted on the Broadcast Channel (BCCH),

SIBs are transmitted using the Physical Downlink

The transmission schedule of SIBs is configurable, but

SIBs are divided into two categories: static SIBs and

Static SIBs are typically transmitted less frequently than

Dynamic SIBs are typically transmitted more frequently

UEs are required to monitor the BCCH for SIBs. When a

Types of SIBs in LTE

System Information Block 1 (SIB-1)

SIB 1 includes pertinent data used to assess whether a User

SIB 1 is a mandatory SIB that must be transmitted by

SIB 1 is transmitted on the BCCH using the PDSCH.

The default transmission period for SIB 1 is 80 ms.

SystemInformationBlockType1 (SIB1) is a crucial broadcast

essential information to User Equipment (UE) for proper

we'll explore the actions UE should take when receiving

Receiving SystemInformationBlockType1 (SIB1)

Upon receiving SIB1, UE should adhere to the following

1. RRC_IDLE or RRC_CONNECTED with T311 Running:

If the UE is in RRC_IDLE or RRC_CONNECTED state with

If the 'category0Allowed' is not included in SIB1.

Consider the cell as barred in accordance with TS

2. RRC_CONNECTED with T311 Not Running and Supports

When UE is in RRC_CONNECTED state, T311 is not

Disregard the 'freqBandIndicator' and

Forward the 'cellIdentity' to upper layers.

Forward the 'trackingAreaCode' to upper layers.

In all other cases, the UE should follow these steps:

If the frequency band indicated in the

'multiBandInfoList,' and one or more of the frequency

1. Forward the 'cellIdentity' to upper layers.

2. Forward the 'trackingAreaCode' to upper layers.

3. Further Actions if UE Supports MultiNS-Pmax:

If the UE is capable of multiNS-Pmax and the

1. Apply the first listed additionalSpectrumEmission that

If 'additionalPmax' is present in the same entry of the

1. Otherwise, apply 'p-Max.'

System Information Block 2 (SIB-2)

A UE uses the access barring information in SIB2 to

A UE uses the RACH related configuration in SIB2 to

A UE uses the idle mode paging configuration in SIB2

A UE uses the PUCCH and PUSCH configuration in SIB2

A UE uses the uplink power control and SRS

A UE uses the uplink carrier frequency and bandwidth

System Information Block 3 (SIB-3)

SIB3 in LTE provides essential cell reselection parameters for

Signaling Radio Bearer: Not Applicable (N/A)

RLC-Mode: Transparent Mode (TM)

Logical Channel: Broadcast Control Channel (BCCH)

Direction: From the Evolved Universal Terrestrial Radio

System Information Block 4 (SIB-4)

Information on intra-frequency neighbouring cells

System Information Block 5 (SIB-5)

Information on inter-frequency neighbouring cells

System Information Block 6 (SIB-6)