The YateBTS MiniCore is real network equipment but for test that includes the EPC and IMS in one box. It is intended for MVNO's and MNO's laboratories and also for IoT manufacturers and developers, to test new core network configurations or features before production.
Using commodity hardware, it can implement in software all the functions and protocols for LTE/IMS and GSM/GPRS core network. On the Radio interfaces, the MiniCore can be used with our range of LTE and GSM RAN equipments (SatSite, LabKit), but is also compatible with any standard eNodeB.
See more here: https://yatebts.com/products/minicore/
The MiniCore combines the YateHSS/HLR, YateUCN, YateSMSC, YateDRA and YateSTP.
More info on these products: https://yatebts.com/documentation/cor...
When purchasing the MiniCore clients gain access to the YateMMI, a web based mobile management interface that allows an easy configuration/management of all Yate-based products included in the MiniCore.