Difference between revisions of "Verizon Wireless"
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== 4G LTE == | == 4G LTE == | ||
=== eNB Scheme === | |||
One physical site may share multiple eNBs. Usually, this will be split between one eNB for mid-band (2/66) and another for low-band (5/13). In any case, the last 4 digits of the eNB will remain the same between split eNBs. | |||
=== Macro Sites === | === Macro Sites === | ||
''(Todo)'' | ''(Todo)'' | ||
=== Microcell === | === Microcell === | ||
=== DAS / Femtocell === | === DAS / Femtocell === | ||
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== 5G NR == | == 5G NR == | ||
Verizon's 5G Standalone | Verizon's 5G Standalone core is not available for consumer use yet. Note that it ''is'' still possible to map these networks on some devices via band locking. For best results, try locking n5 or n77 using an '''AT&T'''-based SIM card which may actively avoid locking on to AT&T's own 5G SA network. | ||
=== gNB Numbering Scheme === | |||
Verizon gNBs IDs are 22-bits. They are always at least 4 digits long, with the last 3 digits corresponding with the last three digits of an LTE eNB.[https://old.reddit.com/r/cellmapper/comments/z8212d/verizon_nrsa_n5_and_n77_showing_signs_of_life_in/ (source)] The digit preceeding that varies by band, and the remaining digits vary by market. | |||
For example, given a gNB of 4567890, it would be associated with an LTE tower with an eNB ending in xxx890, and broadcasts n77. | |||
The table below displays the known numbering scheme for the digit which changes based on band. | |||
{| class="wikitable" | |||
| '''Digit''' || '''Band''' || '''Notes''' | |||
|- | |||
| '''?'''|| n2 (1900 PCS) || Unknown (Not enough data) | |||
|- | |||
| '''9'''|| n5 (850 CLR) || Appears to be consistent nationwide | |||
|- | |||
| '''?'''|| n66 (AWS) || Unknown (Not enough data) | |||
|- | |||
| '''7'''|| n77 (3700 C-Band) || Appears to be consistent nationwide | |||
|} | |||
=== TAC === | |||
For unknown reasons, the TAC for Verizon sites may either be mapped as 0, or will be mapped with the last valid NR TAC reported by the device (in most cases, T-Mobile's.) The latter issue is almost guaranteed to happen when mapping without a SIM enabled, and / or when the device had last connected to a T-Mobile NR site. | |||
=== Cell ID Layout === | === Cell ID Layout === | ||
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| 42 || South (3 sector) | | 42 || South (3 sector) | ||
|} | |} | ||
=== Microcell === | |||
CellMapper can only map trails for mmWave at the moment. An [https://github.com/no1mann/verizon-coverage-map-extension extension] has been developed to view the hidden mmWave layer on Verizon's coverage map which may be useful in identifying possible mmWave sites. | |||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
Latest revision as of 07:29, 19 July 2023
Overview
Verizon Wireless is a mobile network operator in the United States.
It operates a 4G LTE network along with a 5G NR network operating primarily in NSA mode with SA currently being deployed.
If you have better knowledge about the information below, please feel free to correct and update the page. Thanks!
4G LTE
eNB Scheme
One physical site may share multiple eNBs. Usually, this will be split between one eNB for mid-band (2/66) and another for low-band (5/13). In any case, the last 4 digits of the eNB will remain the same between split eNBs.
Macro Sites
(Todo)
Microcell
DAS / Femtocell
Commercial
(Todo)
Network Extender
Like other operators, Verizon sells indoor femtocells to their customers for home or business use. They are identified by a distinct 7-digit eNB and will likely appear out of place on the map. It is currently advised to mark these femtocells as decommissioned on the map and not pin them to any location. Do not mark femtocells as a DAS. Verizon LTE Network Extenders are B13-only.
5G NR
Verizon's 5G Standalone core is not available for consumer use yet. Note that it is still possible to map these networks on some devices via band locking. For best results, try locking n5 or n77 using an AT&T-based SIM card which may actively avoid locking on to AT&T's own 5G SA network.
gNB Numbering Scheme
Verizon gNBs IDs are 22-bits. They are always at least 4 digits long, with the last 3 digits corresponding with the last three digits of an LTE eNB.(source) The digit preceeding that varies by band, and the remaining digits vary by market. For example, given a gNB of 4567890, it would be associated with an LTE tower with an eNB ending in xxx890, and broadcasts n77.
The table below displays the known numbering scheme for the digit which changes based on band.
| Digit | Band | Notes |
| ? | n2 (1900 PCS) | Unknown (Not enough data) |
| 9 | n5 (850 CLR) | Appears to be consistent nationwide |
| ? | n66 (AWS) | Unknown (Not enough data) |
| 7 | n77 (3700 C-Band) | Appears to be consistent nationwide |
TAC
For unknown reasons, the TAC for Verizon sites may either be mapped as 0, or will be mapped with the last valid NR TAC reported by the device (in most cases, T-Mobile's.) The latter issue is almost guaranteed to happen when mapping without a SIM enabled, and / or when the device had last connected to a T-Mobile NR site.
Cell ID Layout
Note: this is currently a guess based on pinned towers.
| Sector ID | Frequency Band | Band | Direction |
| ? | 1900 MHz (CLR) | n2 | - |
| ? | |||
| ? | |||
| 63 | 850 MHz (CLR) | n5 | Northwest (3 sector) |
| 31 | Northeast (3 sector) | ||
| 47 | South (3 sector) | ||
| ? | 1700/2100 MHz (AWS) | n66 | - |
| ? | |||
| ? | |||
| 58 | 3700 MHz (C-Band) | n77 | Northwest (3 sector) |
| 26 | Northeast (3 sector) | ||
| 42 | South (3 sector) |
Microcell
CellMapper can only map trails for mmWave at the moment. An extension has been developed to view the hidden mmWave layer on Verizon's coverage map which may be useful in identifying possible mmWave sites.