Nokia Siemens Networks (NSN) has been running live TD-LTE (4G) trial networks in Hangzhou and Xiamen for China Mobile. Trial users have been able to avail peak download and upload speeds of up to 100 Mbps along with uninterrupted access to applications such as video streaming and online HD video conferencing.

NSN has already finished testing the core network and is currently testing radio access. It is working with China?s Ministry of Information and Industry Technology (MIIT) on TD-LTE device testing, and will use devices in the trial, when the testing is completed.

NSN has deployed its single RAN advanced TD-LTE equipment in 2.3GHz and 2.6GHz spectrum. The company?s network management system, NetAct is providing configuration, monitoring and operations support system capabilities during the trial. Nokia Siemens Networks is also providing network planning and optimisation services.