As the telecommunications industry accelerates its shift toward open, interoperable networks, the demand for accessible Open-RAN (O-RAN) testing environments has never been higher. However, setting up an O-RAN environment from scratch is notoriously complex, often requiring deep expertise in cloud-native architectures, automated provisioning, and complex network function integration.
That is why we are thrilled to announce that full O-RAN development and testing functionality is now available within the IEEE 5G/6G Innovation Testbed.
Whether you are an academic researcher, an application developer, or an equipment vendor, our cloud-based platform eliminates the heavy lifting so you can focus directly on innovation.
Perfect for Beginners and Experts Alike: We Did the Integration for You
We understand that navigating the O-RAN ecosystem can be daunting for those just starting out. We have removed that barrier to entry by doing the challenging integration work for you.
Our fully integrated O-RAN environment is seamlessly incorporated into the IEEE Testbed graphical user interface (GUI). Instead of wrestling with complex command-line configurations, users can easily configure O-RAN control and user planes, connect gNodeBs, manage emulated User Equipment (UEs), and even launch Near-RT RIC xApps—all with just a few clicks from a centralized dashboard.
Your Choice: SRS RAN or OAI RAN
Because every research and development goal is unique, the IEEE 5G/6G Innovation Testbed gives users the flexibility to choose between two leading open-source RAN stacks:
- SRS RAN (srsRAN): Highly recommended for beginners, srsRAN is incredibly intuitive, easy to
use, and comes with excellent documentation. It is the perfect starting point for those looking to quickly deploy a functional O-RAN environment and start testing. - OAI RAN (OpenAirInterface): Designed for advanced researchers and developers, the OAI RAN stack offers a highly flexible and complete platform. It supports advanced configurations, including higher MIMO (up to 4×2), 256-QAM modulation, and full Centralized Unit Control Plane / User Plane (CU-CP/CU-UP) separation.
Pre-Integrated with Near-RT RIC and xApps
To give you a complete O-RAN experience, our testbed comes pre-integrated with the FlexRIC RAN Intelligent Controller. Right out of the box, you can experiment with built-in xApps for monitoring, network slicing, and traffic control, or utilize the provided SDKs (C/C++, Python) to develop and test your own custom AI/ML-driven xApps.
Ready to Accelerate Your O-RAN Innovation?
Don’t let complex infrastructure setups slow down your time to market. By leveraging our pre-integrated, GUI-driven O-RAN environment, you can quickly move from concept to validation.
Reach out to us today to request a meeting and a free trial. Discover firsthand how becoming a subscriber to the IEEE 5G/6G Innovation Testbed can fast-track your 5G/6G development goals.