S1-MME : Interface between S1 = E-UTRAN and MME ( Details on MME on attached link). Functionality 1. Supports control between S1 and MME
S1-U :Interface between S1 = E-UTRAN and U = SGW (click here for details on SGW) Functionality 1. SAE bearer user plane tunneling 2. Supports Inter eNodeB path switching during handover.
S3 : Interface between SGSN and MME Functionality 1. Enables user and bearer information exchange for inter 3GPP access. 2. Network mobility in idle and/or active state.
S4 : Interface between SGSN and Serving SAE Gateway Functionality 1. It provides control and mobility support between GPRS Core & 3GPP. 2. Anchor function of Serving GW. 3. Alternate plane tunnel in case of no Direct Tunnel.
Introduction to UMTS LTE Interfaces between various reference points.