A network function descriptor describes the instantiation parameters and operational behaviors of the network functions. It contains key requirements for onboarding and managing the life cycle of a network function. Onboarding a network function includes uploading a network function package to the catalog, and creating or editing a network function descriptor draft.
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Upload a Network Function Package Using VMware Telco Cloud Automation, you can upload a SOL001/SOL004 compliant Virtual Network Function Descriptor (VNFD) and Cloud Service Archive (CSAR) package. The system parses and validates the configuration, and presents the topology in a visual viewer. It then persists the entry into the Network Function Catalog.
Designing a Network Function Descriptor You can create ETSI-compliant network functions using VMware Telco Cloud Automation. The Network Function Designer is a visual design tool within VMware Telco Cloud Automation that generates SOL001-compliant TOSCA descriptors based on your design.
Edit Network Function Descriptor Drafts If you have saved a draft in the Network Function Designer, you can modify or delete it at a later stage. The draft is saved as a new version every time you save. When you want to edit, select the version of draft to edit.
Edit a CSAR File Manually You can manually edit a CSAR file and upload it to VMware Telco Cloud Automation.
Delete a Network Function You can delete a network function from the catalog.