FST 2802 Pad Gigabit Ethernet Services Module User's Guide TTC/TTC Users TTC

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Acterna FST-2802 TestPad
Gigabit Ethernet Services Module
User’s Guide
Acterna FST-2802 TestPad
Gigabit Ethernet Services Module
User’s Guide
FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A v
Notice
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was accurate at the time of printing. However, information is subject to
change without notice, and Acterna reserves the right to provide an
addendum to this document with information not available at the time
that this document was created.
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Ordering information
This guide is a product of Acterna's Technical Information Develop-
ment Department, issued as part of the Acterna FST-2802 Gigabit
Ethernet Services Module. The ordering number for a published guide
is ML-2802-1103.
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Federal
Communications
Commission (FCC)
Notice
This product was tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-
ence when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this product in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference, in which case you will be required to correct the interfer-
ence at your own expense.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference
received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The authority to operate this product is conditioned by the require-
ments that no modifications be made to the equipment unless the
changes or modifications are expressly approved by Acterna.
Industry Canada
Requirements
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-
003 du Canada.
EMC Directive
Compliance
This product was tested and conforms to the EMC Directive, 89/336/
EEC as amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC for electromagnetic
compatibility. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity is provided with
this manual.
If you purchase the 2802-FE to perform 10/100 Ethernet testing, you
must use the shielded twisted pair cable (STP) provided to maintain
CE compliance.
Warning: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this
product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be
required to take adequate measures.
FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A vii
Low Voltage Directive
Compliance
This product was tested and conforms to the Low Voltage Directive,
73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC. Conformity with this directive
is based upon compliance with the harmonized safety standard,
EN60950. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity is provided with this
manual.
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Declaration of
conformity
FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A ix
Important Safety Instructions
The following table defines safety terms. Failure to observe these
precautions while using the FST-2802, violates the intended use of this
product.
When using this product, always follow basic safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, shock, and injury to persons. Basic safety
precautions are as follows:
1Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on
the product and included in the manual.
2Use only the AC Adapter/Charger supplied with the product.
3Do not use AC Adapter/Charger outdoors or in wet or damp loca-
tions.
4Connect the AC Adapter/Charger to the correct mains voltage, as
indicated on the ratings label.
5Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord, and do not locate
the product where people can walk on the power cord.
6Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be
a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
7Do not use this product in the vicinity of a gas leak or in any explo-
sive environment.
8Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous, high voltage
points and other hazards. Contact qualified service personnel for
all service.
Safety definitions
Term Description
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
xFST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
9 CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with (part number 11-18066). Dispose of used
batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
10 CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
11 CAUTION: The FST-2802 is a Class 1 laser product.
Symbols
The following safety symbol is used on the FST-2802. All safety
precautions must be observed when operating, servicing, or repairing
the FST-2802. Failure to comply with the following safety precautions
or with hazard cautions and warnings used throughout this manual
violates the intended use of this instrument.
Save these instructions
GENERAL HAZARD
This icon represents a general warning or caution.
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Contents
About This Guide xxi
Purpose and scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii
Assumptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii
Related information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii
Technical assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxiii
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxiv
Chapter 1 FST-2802 TestPad Overview 1
About the FST-2802 TestPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
What’s new. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Features and capabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Ethernet features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Fibre Channel features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
FST-2000 TestPad features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Configurations and options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
FST-2802 options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
FST-2000 TestPad options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
GBIC accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connectivity accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Print accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Additional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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Exploring the FST-2802. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Top panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
USB/Serial port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
PCMCIA card slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Bottom panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
LED display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Powering the TestPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Navigating the user interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Application buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
RFC 2544 button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Port Swap button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
SETUP button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Configuration summary bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Result buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Result display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Action buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Message display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
System buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Tools button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power Status button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Extended Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Chapter 2 Basic Operations 27
Connecting and swapping application modules . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Maintaining the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Viewing the battery charge status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Replacing the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Connecting a USB device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Setting up the FST-2802 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Specifying a Remote GUI password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Specifying date and time settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Setting up the screen saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Setting the screen brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Specifying speaker settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Loading options and software upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Loading options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Loading an FST-2802 software upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Defining the Custom result category. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Restoring factory defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
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Printing test configurations, test results, and histograms . . . . 47
Printing to text files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Encrypting print files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Sending an encrypted print file. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Reading an encrypted print file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Print modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Print types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Print event triggers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Connecting a printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Configuring a serial printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Creating a heading for print output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Generating print output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Setting up a histogram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Viewing stored print files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Printing a stored print file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Using the on-screen keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Sending e-mail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Launching Adobe Acrobat Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Launching the VNC Viewer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Launching the Web browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Emulating a VT100 terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Using the Remote GUI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Determining the TestPad’s IP address or computer name . . . . 70
Running the Remote GUI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Managing files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Selecting files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Filtering files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Viewing, running, deleting, or renaming a file. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Copying and pasting files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Connecting to an FTP server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Connecting to the TestPad’s FTP server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Chapter 3 Serial and Network Connections 79
About serial and network connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Requirements for serial and network connections . . . . . . . . . . 80
Establishing serial connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Establishing modem dial-out connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Establishing modem dial-in connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Establishing LAN connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Establishing IP socket connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
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Chapter 4 Basic Testing 93
Running a test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Step 1: Configuring a test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Step 2: Connecting the TestPad for testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Connecting to a splitter to monitor 1G/2G traffic. . . . . . . . . 97
Connecting to monitor 1G/2G traffic in single port
THRU mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Connecting to monitor 1G/2G traffic in dual port
THRU mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Connecting to monitor 10/100 traffic in Thru mode. . . . . . 101
Connecting for Ethernet Loopback testing . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Connecting for Fibre Channel loopback testing . . . . . . . . 103
Connecting for a dual port loopback connection. . . . . . . . 103
Connecting for end-to-end testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Step 3: Starting a test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Step 4: Viewing test results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Managing test configurations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Storing test configurations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Loading test configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Running test scripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Running a test script . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Viewing, renaming, and deleting script and results print files . 110
Chapter 5 Ethernet Testing 111
About Ethernet testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Ethernet link initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Auto-negotiation and flow control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Ethernet traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Ethernet frame formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
DIX frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
802.3 frames. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
VLAN tagged frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Ethernet switching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Traffic loads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Constant traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Bursty traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Ramped traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Traffic profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Transmit profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Receive profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
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Out-of-service testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Establishing connectivity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Specifying link initialization parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Troubleshooting 1G connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Configuring the traffic load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Defining receive profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Defining transmit profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
End-to-end testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
BER testing on unswitched (layer 1) networks . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
BER testing on switched (layer 2) networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Measuring service disruption time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Transmitting patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Loopback testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Using the Line Loopback feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Using the Automatic Loopback feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Inserting an FCS error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Measuring round trip delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Ping testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Running the RFC 2544 script . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Running the script from the TestPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Running the script from a Remote GUI session. . . . . . . . 169
Assigning a source address to a TestPad port . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
In-service testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Monitoring 1G traffic using a splitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Monitoring 1G Ethernet traffic in single port THRU mode . . . 174
Monitoring 1G Ethernet traffic in dual port THRU mode . . . . . 175
Monitoring IP addresses on 1G Ethernet traffic . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Monitoring 10/100 traffic in dual port THRU mode . . . . . . . . . 177
Chapter 6 Fibre Channel Testing 181
About Fibre Channel testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Link initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Fibre Channel traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Fibre Channel frame format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Traffic loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Traffic profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Transmit profiles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Receive profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Out-of-service testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Establishing connectivity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Troubleshooting connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Configuring the traffic load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
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Defining receive profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Defining transmit profiles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
End-to-end testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
BER testing on unswitched (layer 1) networks . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
BER testing on switched (layer 2) networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Measuring service disruption time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Transmitting patterns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Loopback testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Using the Line Loopback feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Using the Automatic Loopback feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Inserting a CRC error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Measuring round trip delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
In-service testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Monitoring traffic using a splitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Monitoring Fibre Channel traffic in single port THRU mode . . 215
Monitoring Fibre Channel traffic in dual port THRU mode . . . 216
Chapter 7 Test Results 219
About test results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Summary results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
LED results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
About status and alarm LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Status LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Alarm LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
LED results category. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Signal results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Time results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
AutoNeg Status results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Link Stats results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Link Counts results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Filter Stats results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Filter Counts results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Error Stats results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Pattern Stats results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Ping Stats results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
L1 Bert Stats results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
L2 Bert Stats results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Custom results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
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Chapter 8 Troubleshooting 241
About troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Resolving problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Installing and setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Operating the TestPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Performing tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Appendix A Specifications 245
Physical specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Environmental specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Power specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Electrical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
GBIC specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Appendix B Remote Control Commands 249
About the remote control function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Characteristics of remote control commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Configuration commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
config . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Syntax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Remark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
config:all . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Syntax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Remark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
config:value. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Syntax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Remark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
config:id . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Syntax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Remark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
config:test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Syntax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Result commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
result . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Syntax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
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result:all. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Syntax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Remark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
result:id . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Syntax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
result:summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Syntax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Remark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
LED result field IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Signal result field IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Link Stats result field IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Link Counts result field IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Filter Stats result field IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Filter Counts result field IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Error Stats result field IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
AutoNeg Status result field IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Pattern Stats result field IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Ping Stats result field IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
L1 Bert Stats result field IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
L2 Bert Stats result field IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Event commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Syntax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Remark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Event commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Miscellaneous commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
hello. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Syntax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Syntax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
id . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Syntax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Syntax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Syntax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Remark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
rev . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Syntax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
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Appendix C Customer Services 289
About our services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Customer care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Technical assistance (business hours) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Instrument repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Equipment return instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Warranty information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Global services and solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
System deployment and field engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Instructor-led training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Alternative learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Product support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Consulting services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Integrated service programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Glossary 301
Index 307
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About This Guide
The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows:
–“Purpose and scope” on page xxii
–“Assumptions” on page xxii
–“Related information” on page xxii
–“Technical assistance” on page xxiii
–“Conventions” on page xxiv
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Purpose and scope
The purpose of this guide is to help you successfully use the FST-2802
TestPad features and capabilities. This guide includes task-based
instructions that describe how to install, configure, use, and trouble-
shoot the FST-2802 TestPad. Additionally, this guide provides a
complete description of Acterna’s warranty, services, and repair infor-
mation, including terms and conditions of the licensing agreement.
Assumptions
This guide is intended for novice, intermediate, and experienced users
who want to use the FST-2802 TestPad effectively and efficiently. We
are assuming that you have basic computer, mouse/track ball, and
networking experience and are familiar with basic telecommunication
concepts and terminology.
Related information
Use this guide in conjunction with the FST-2802 Online Help.
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Technical assistance
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Technical assistance
If you need assistance or have questions related to the use of this
product, call or e-mail Acterna’s Technical Assistance Center for
customer support.
During off-hours, you can request assistance by doing one of the
following: leave a voice mail message at the Technical Assistance
number in your region; e-mail North American Technical Assistance
Center, tac@acterna.com, or European Technical Assistance Center,
support.uk@acterna.com; or submit your question using our online
Technical Assistance Request form at www.acterna.com.
Table 1 Technical assistance centers
Region Phone Number
Americas (except Brazil) 1-866-ACTERNA
301-353-1550
(1-866-228-3762)
tac@acterna.com
Brazil 0800-7015370
4617 3839
4617 3729
Europe, Africa, and Mid-
East
+800 882 85822
(European Freephone)
(Acterna UK)
+49 (0) 7121 86 1345
(Acterna Germany)
+33 (0) 1 39 30 24 24
(Acterna France)
support.uk@acterna.com
support.uk@acterna.com
hotline.germany@acterna.com
hotline.germany@acterna.com
Asia and the Pacific +852 2892 0990
(Hong Kong)
+8610 6833 7477
(Beijing-China)
Australia +61 3 9690 6700
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Conventions
This guide uses naming conventions and symbols, as described in the
following tables.
Table 2 Typographical conventions
Description Example
User interface actions appear in
this typeface.
On the Status bar, click Start.
Buttons or switches that you press
on a unit appear in this Typeface.
Press the On switch.
Code and output messages
appear in this typeface.
All results OK
Text you must type exactly as
shown appears in this typeface.
Type: a:\set.exe in the dialog
box.
Variables appear in this typeface. Type the new hostname.
Book references appear in this
typeface.
Refer to Newton’s Telecom Dictio-
nary
A vertical bar | means “or”: only
one option can appear in a single
command.
platform [a|b|e]
Square brackets [ ] indicate an
optional argument.
login [platform name]
Slanted brackets < > group
required arguments.
<password>
Table 3 Keyboard and menu conventions
Description Example
A plus sign + indicates simulta-
neous keystrokes.
Press Ctrl+s
A comma indicates consecutive
key strokes.
Press Alt+f,s
A slanted bracket indicates choos-
ing a submenu from menu.
On the menu bar, click
Start > Program Files.
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Table 4 Symbol conventions
Table 5 Safety definitions
This symbol represents a general hazard.
This symbol represents a risk of electrical shock.
NOTE:
This symbol represents a Note indicating related information or tip.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
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Chapter 1
FST-2802 TestPad Overview
This chapter provides a general description of the FST-2802 TestPad.
Topics discussed in this chapter are as follows:
–“About the FST-2802 TestPad” on page 2
–“What’s new” on page 2
–“Features and capabilities” on page 3
–“Configurations and options” on page 6
–“Accessories” on page 8
–“Exploring the FST-2802” on page 15
–“Powering the TestPad” on page 20
–“Navigating the user interface” on page 21
Chapter 1 FST-2802 TestPad Overview
About the FST-2802 TestPad
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About the FST-2802 TestPad
The FST-2802 TestPad Gigabit Ethernet Services Module is the ideal
telecommunications solution for testing and verifying Ethernet and
Fibre Channel network elements and services. The FST-2802 is opti-
mized for field use because it is portable and easy-to-use. As a
member of the Acterna TestPad 2000 family of products, the FST-2802
has an easy-to-use touch screen user interface that simplifies test
setup and reduces test configuration time. The “smart tester” icon-
driven interface is easy to learn, and the large display provides ample
space for viewing test results.
The following items ship with the FST-2802:
– FST-2802 application module—The application module connects
to the UIM, allowing you to test 1G Ethernet links. Options are
available which enable you to test 10BaseT/100BaseT Ethernet,
1G Fibre Channel, and 2G Fibre Channel links. You can also
purchase the optional dual port configuration to generate and
analyze Ethernet or Fibre Channel traffic from two ports simulta-
neously.
– Y cable—The Y cable connects to the USB/Serial port, enabling
you to connect USB and serial devices to the FST-2802.
– User documentation—The FST-2802 ships with a User’s Guide
and a comprehensive help system.
Before testing, the FST-2802 must be connected to a FST-2000 user
interface module (UIM), which can be ordered separately (part number
2000-V6). The UIM ships with a VGA display, a battery, and an AC
adapter, which you use to supply power to the TestPad.
What’s new
The FST-2802 is a significant enhancement over previous TestPads.
The primary changes are as follows:
– BER testing—You can now use the FST-2802 to verify circuit
performance by sending BER patterns over switched (layer 2) and
unswitched (layer 1) networks.
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– 1G and 2G Fibre Channel testing—1G and 2G Fibre Channel
options are now available for the FST-2802 which enable you to
test and verify Fibre Channel network elements and services by
testing connectivity, measuring service disruption time and round
trip delay, and transmitting patterns to stress the jitter and noise
characteristics of Fibre Channel network elements and systems.
– Dual port configuration—An optional dual port configuration is now
available which allows you to generate and analyze Ethernet or
Fibre Channel traffic from two ports simultaneously.
– THRU mode for 10/100 Ethernet testing—If you purchase the
optional dual port configuration and the 10/100 option, you can
now monitor 10/100 traffic in THRU mode.
– Optional single-mode and multi-mode GigE and Fibre Channel
GBICs—You can now test Fibre Channel (and GigE Ethernet) on
an optical link using a single-mode or multi-mode GigE and Fibre
Channel GBIC.
– Optional copper GigE GBIC—You can now test 1G Ethernet on a
copper link using a copper GBIC.
– Optional single-mode long-haul GBIC—You can now test 1G
Ethernet over very long distances using a long-haul GBIC.
Features and capabilities
The FST-2802 provides you with the tools you need to provision
Ethernet or Fibre Channel service, verify end-to-end connectivity, and
analyze link performance by simulating different traffic conditions.
Features and capabilities of the FST-2802 include the following:
– Traffic generation—Using the FST-2802, you can generate frames
and configure traffic parameters such as bandwidth utilization,
frame length, and frame rate. You can simulate different network
traffic conditions and analyze the performance of a link by config-
uring traffic loads for constant, bursty, and ramped traffic.
– Filtered traffic—Using the FST-2802, you can filter received traffic
by defining a profile which specifies the frame characteristics of
the traffic you want to monitor.
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– Link status—Using the easy-to-interpret LEDs on the FST-2802,
you can obtain a quick summary of the state of the link you are
analyzing. The LEDs indicate the status of the link or a specific
traffic stream, allowing you to quickly verify circuit integrity or iden-
tify the source of a problem.
– Verify end-to-end connectivity—Using the FST-2802, you can
ensure physical layer integrity and verify end-to-end connectivity
of a circuit.
– Link utilization and throughput verification—Using the FST-2802,
you can generate traffic at a specific bandwidth to verify the error
free throughput of a link. The FST-2802 allows you to loopback
frames at the far end to qualify the link in both directions.
– Identify problems with faulty interfaces—Using the FST-2802, you
can perform basic troubleshooting of links and verify the capability
of network elements to support reliable communications by trans-
mitting standard frames over a circuit.
– Round trip delay measurement—Using the FST-2802, you can
verify that a link complies with round trip delay requirements as
specified in a customer’s service level agreement. You can also
ensure frame loss and frame error statistics fall within the range
specified as acceptable.
– Service disruption time measurement—Using the FST-2802, you
can measure the amount of time it takes to switch service to a
protect line.
– Pattern transmission—Using the FST-2802, you can stress the
jitter and noise characteristics of Gigabit Ethernet and Fibre
Channel components and systems on physical layer networks by
transmitting continuous random test patterns (CRPAT), continuous
jitter test patterns (CJPAT), and the compliant supply noise pattern
(CSPAT).
Ethernet features
In addition to the standard features, the following features are avail-
able when performing Ethernet tests using the FST-2802:
– Auto-negotiation—You can configure auto-negotiation before
establishing the link, which ensures compatibility between the
FST-2802 and any installed Ethernet interface.
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– Frame verification—You can verify that the size and format of
Ethernet frames conforms to IEEE 802.3 or DIX (Digital/Intel/
Xerox) requirements, ensuring the capability of network elements
to support reliable communications.
– Jumbo frames—You can optionally transmit jumbo frames which
exceed the IEEE 802.3 maximum length of 1518 bytes.
– Loopback frame generation—You can generate loopback frames
to loop up a second FST-2802 at the far end. This feature allows
you to leave one FST-2802 at a central location to measure bi-
directional throughput.
– IP Ping testing—You can send ping requests and respond to ping
messages from another Ethernet device to verify connectivity.
– RFC 2544 script—You can run a script which automates the test
procedures recommended in RFC 2544. The script prompts you to
select key parameters for each of the tests, runs the tests, and
then automatically generates a text file of results for the tests.
– User-assigned source MAC address—You can optionally change
the default MAC address assigned to each port of the FST-2802
when you configure tests.
Fibre Channel
features
In addition to the standard features, the following features are avail-
able when performing Fibre Channel tests using the FST-2802:
– Frame verification—You can verify that the size and format of
Fibre Channel frames conforms to ANSI X3T11 requirements,
ensuring the capability of network elements to support reliable
communications.
– Loopback testing—You can generate loopback frames to loop up
a second FST-2802 at the far end. This feature allows you to leave
one FST-2802 at a central location to measure bi-directional
throughput.
FST-2000 TestPad
features
The FST-2802 uses the Acterna FST-2000 TestPad Version 6 User
Interface Module (UIM), which runs under the Windows XP operating
system. The FST-2000 provides a variety of connectivity tools which
make installation and troubleshooting more efficient. Options and
accessories are also available which allow you to establish network
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connections to the TestPad, use the TestPad to access a local Web
browser, or emulate a VT-100 terminal. Standard features of the FST-
2000 include:
– Print capability—You can print test configurations and test results
using the FST-2802. You can generate a print file at timed inter-
vals or whenever a test ends. You can also manually print test
configurations, test results, and histograms at any time, and you
can encrypt print file data to ensure the integrity of the data trans-
mitted to your supervisor or Technical Support department.
– Email test configurations and test results—If you purchase the
Networking option, you can email test configurations and test
results to your supervisor directly from the FST-2802.
– View Portable Document Format (PDF) files—You can launch and
view PDFs on the FST-2802.
– Command line remote control—You can configure the FST-2802
and perform tests from a remote PC or laptop by issuing remote
control commands.
– Remote GUI—If you purchase the Networking option, you can use
the Remote GUI to run the TestPad GUI from any remote device
with a Web browser, such as a PC or laptop. When viewing the
GUI from a remote device, you can configure and perform tests,
view test results, and do anything you could do using the FST-
2802 itself.
– VNC Viewer—You can launch the Virtual Network Computing
(VNC) viewer to run remote applications from the FST-2802.
– FTP—If you purchase the Networking option, you can use FTP to
transfer files to and from the FST-2802.
– FST-2802 Help—You can display FST-2802 Help which includes
detailed instructions for configuring and performing tests, compre-
hensive result descriptions, and a glossary of terms.
Configurations and options
When you order a FST-2802, you order a single or dual port configu-
ration which allows you to test 1G Ethernet. You can also expand your
testing capabilities by purchasing optional interfaces for the FST-2802,
including a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet interface, a 1G Fibre Channel inter-
face, and a 2G Fibre Channel interface. Options are also available for
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the FST-2000 which allow you to launch a Web browser, emulate a VT-
100 terminal, run the GUI from a remote device, or automate tests
using test scripts.
Tab l e 1 lists the FST-2802 configurations.
FST-2802 options
The FST-2802 offers the following application module options:
– 10/100 interface (part number 2802-FE)—Using this option, you
can test 10BaseT and 100BaseTX links. If you purchase the
optional dual-port configuration, you can transmit and analyze 10/
100 and/or 1G Ethernet traffic from both ports simultaneously.
– 1G Fibre Channel interface (part number 2802-1G-FC)—Using
this option, you can test 1G Fibre Channel network elements and
services. If you purchase the optional dual-port configuration and
2G Fibre Channel interface, you can transmit and analyze 1G and/
or 2G Fibre Channel traffic from both ports simultaneously.
– 2G Fibre Channel interface (part number 2802-2G-FC)—Using
this option, you can test 2G Fibre Channel network elements and
services. If you purchase the optional dual-port configuration and
1G Fibre Channel interface, you can transmit and analyze 1G and/
or 2G Fibre Channel traffic from both ports simultaneously.
– VLAN Tagging (part number 2802-VLAN)—Using this option, the
FST-2802 can transmit VLAN (virtual LAN) tagged frames,
enabling you to verify that an Ethernet link supports VLAN tagging.
The FST-2802 can also analyze received traffic to verify that the
required bandwidth is allocated to tagged frames on a link and
determine that VLAN prioritization is functioning properly.
– Layer 2 IP Address Filter (part number 2802-IP FILTER)—Using
this option, you can monitor Ethernet traffic for IP addresses, and
view filtered layer 2 link statistics for a selected IP address.
Table 1 FST-2802 configurations
Configuration Part Number Allows you to test:
Single port 2802-GIGE 1G Ethernet using one GBIC port.
Dual port 2802-DUAL 1G Ethernet using two GBIC ports.
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FST-2000 TestPad
options
The features provided by FST-2000 TestPad options are available for
any application module you attach to the TestPad.
The FST-2000 TestPad offers the following options:
– Web browser (part number 2000-WEB)—Using this option, you
can launch a Web browser on the FST-2802 to access information
on the Internet or your company’s intranet.
– VT100 emulation (part number 2000-VT100)—Using this option,
the FST-2802 can emulate a VT100 terminal. This option includes
a DB-9 Female to DB-9 Male cable, enabling you to establish a
serial connection for VT100 emulation.
– Scripting (part number 2000-SCR)—Using this option, you can
write your own test scripts using the Tcl/Tk scripting language to
automate and standardize your testing processes.
– Networking (part number 2000-NET)—Using this option, you can
establish network connections to the FST-2802 for a variety of
applications.
Accessories
You can also purchase accessories for the FST-2802 such as GBICS
for testing GigE Ethernet and Fibre Channel links, card and cables for
establishing remote connections, and printers. To order accessories
for the FST-2802, contact Acterna Customer Care.
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GBIC accessories
Tab l e 2 lists the GBICs available for testing GigE Ethernet and Fibre
Channel links. Please consult your GBIC manufacturer’s data sheet
for detailed specifications.
Table 2 GBIC accessories
Accessory Part Number Used to…
Multi-mode GigE GBIC AC-GBIC-SX Test 1G Ethernet on optical links over
distances up to:
– 275 meters with 62.5µm multi-
mode fiber
– 550 meters with 50µm multi-
mode fiber
NOTE: This GBIC is not recom-
mended for use with 10µm single-
mode fiber.
Single-mode GigE GBIC AC-GBIC-LX Test 1G Ethernet on optical links over
distances up to:
– 275 meters with 62.5µm multi-
mode fiber
– 550 meters with 50µm multi-
mode fiber
– 10,000 meters with 10µm single-
mode fiber
NOTE: This GBIC is not recom-
mended for use with multi-mode
fiber.
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Multi-mode GigE and Fibre
Channel GBIC
AC-GBIC-ALLRATE-SX Test 1G Ethernet, 1G Fibre Channel,
and 2G Fibre Channel on optical
links over distances up to:
1G Ethernet
– 275 meters with 62.5µm multi-
mode fiber
– 550 meters with 50µm multi-
mode fiber
1G Fibre Channel
– 300 meters with 62.5µm multi-
mode fiber
– 550 meters with 50µm multi-
mode fiber
2G Fibre Channel
– 150 meters with 62.5µm multi-
mode fiber
– 300 meters with 50µm multi-
mode fiber
NOTE: This GBIC is not recom-
mended for use with 10µm single-
mode fiber.
Table 2 GBIC accessories
Accessory Part Number Used to…
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Single-mode GigE and Fibre
Channel GBIC
AC-GBIC-ALLRATE-LX Test 1G Ethernet, 1G Fibre Channel,
and 2G Fibre Channel over distances
up to:
1G Ethernet
– 275 meters with 62.5µm multi-
mode fiber
– 550 meters with 50µm multi-
mode fiber
1G Fibre Channel
– 300 meters with 62.5µm multi-
mode fiber
– 550 meters with 50µm multi-
mode fiber
2G Fibre Channel
– 225 meters with 62.5µm multi-
mode fiber
– 225 meters with 50µm multi-
mode fiber
– 10,000 meters with 10µm single-
mode fiber
Copper GigE GBIC AC-GBIC-COPPER Test 1G Ethernet on copper links
over distances up to 100 meters.
NOTE: This copper GBIC (AC-GBIC-
COPPER) does not support auto-
negotiation; therefore, the FST-
2802’s link partner must also use a
copper GBIC that does not support
auto-negotiation.
Single-mode Long-haul GigE
GBIC
AC-GBIC-LONGHAUL Test 1G Ethernet over distances up
to 80 kilometers on optical links.
NOTE: This GBIC is not recom-
mended for use with multi-mode
fiber.
Table 2 GBIC accessories
Accessory Part Number Used to…
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Connectivity
accessories
Tab l e 3 lists the accessories available for establishing remote connec-
tions.
NOTE:
The optional SX, LX, and copper GBICs offered by Acterna as
accessories comply with the Revision 5.5 GBIC specification. The
long-haul GBIC complies with the Revision 5.4 GBIC specification.
Please refer to your GBIC manufacturer’s site for detailed specifica-
tions.
Table 3 Connectivity accessories
Accessory Part Number Used to…
DB-9 Female to
DB-9 Female null
modem cable
CB-014491 Connect a laptop to the
serial connector of the Y
cable. Typically used for
remote control command
operation.
Serial PCMCIA
card
2000-SERIAL Provide a second serial
connection to the TestPad.
This allows you to connect
two serial devices to the
TestPad—one to the serial
connector of the Y cable,
and one to the connector
provided on the serial
PCMCIA card.
Analog dial-up
modem PCMCIA
card
2000-ANLG-
MODEM
Establish an analog dial-up
connection to the TestPad.
Ships with an RJ-11 phone
cable.
RJ-11 phone cable
(replacement)
CB-834011 Connect an Analog Dial-Up
Modem PCMCIA card to a
phone jack.
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Ethernet 10/100
Base-T LAN PCM-
CIA card
2000-LAN Establish an Ethernet con-
nection from the TestPad to
a laptop or LAN.
– Ships with an Ethernet
LAN cable for LAN con-
nections (replacement
cables can be ordered
if necessary).
– Laptop connections
require an Ethernet
cross-over cable (part
number CB-834251).
Ethernet Type III
LAN PCMCIA card
2000-LAN-TYPE3 Establish an Ethernet con-
nection from the TestPad to
a laptop or LAN.
– Ships with a 6 ft. Ether-
net LAN extension
cable for LAN connec-
tions (replacement
cables can be ordered
if necessary).
– Laptop connections
require an Ethernet
cross-over cable (Part
number: CB-834251).
Ethernet LAN cable
(replacement)
CB-016267 Connect an Ethernet PCM-
CIA card in the TestPad to
an Ethernet jack.
802.11b Wireless
LAN PCMCIA card
2000-WLAN Establish an 802.11 wire-
less connection to the Test-
Pad.
Bluetooth Wireless
PCMCIA card
2000-BT-MODEM Establish a Bluetooth wire-
less connection to the Test-
Pad.
USB Direct Con-
nect cable
CB-18944 Establish a direct USB con-
nection from the TestPad to
a laptop via the USB con-
nector on the Y cable.
Table 3 Connectivity accessories (Continued)
Accessory Part Number Used to…
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Print accessories
Tab l e 4 lists the available print accessories.
Ethernet cross-over
cable (6 ft.)
CB-834251 Connect a PCMCIA Ether-
net card in the TestPad to a
laptop.
Y cable (replace-
ment)
CB-45570 Connect to the USB/Serial
port, enabling you to con-
nect serial and USB
devices to the TestPad.
Table 3 Connectivity accessories (Continued)
Accessory Part Number Used to…
Table 4 Print accessories
Accessory Part Number Used to…
Serial Printer PR-40B Print test configurations,
test results, and histograms
from the TestPad.
– Requires DB-9 Female
to DB-9 Male cable
(part number: CB-
018179) to connect to
the TestPad.
DB-9 Female to DB-9
Male cable
CB-018179 Connect a PR-40B printer
to the serial connector of
the Y cable.
DB-9 Female to DB-
25 Male Cable
CB-45766 Connect a PR-40A printer
to the serial connector of
the Y cable.
NOTE: The PR-40A printer
is no longer available for
purchase.
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Additional
accessories
Tab l e 5 lists additional accessories available for the FST-2802.
Exploring the FST-2802
The following sections introduce you to the top, bottom, front, and LED
display panels of the FST-2802.
USB Printer 2000-USB-
PRINTER
Print test configurations,
test results, and histograms
from the TestPad. The USB
Printer connects to the
USB connector on the Y
cable via a cable (supplied
with the printer).
Table 4 Print accessories (Continued)
Accessory Part Number Used to…
Table 5 Additional accessories
Accessory Part Number Connects to…
USB Portable
Keyboard
2000-USB-KEYBRD The USB connector of the
Y cable.
USB Mouse 2000-USB-MOUSE The USB connector of the
Y cable.
USB Hub 2000-USB-HUB The USB connector of the
Y cable. Connecting a USB
hub enables you to connect
multiple USB devices to the
TestPad simultaneously.
2.5mm Headset 2000-HEADSET The Headset jack on the
bottom panel of the Test-
Pad.
ATA PCMCIA
Storage Card
2000-STORAGE The top or bottom PCMCIA
card slot on the TestPad.
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Top panel
The top panel provides the USB/Serial port, dual PCMCIA card slot,
RJ-45 connector(s) for 10/100 Ethernet testing, and GBIC port(s) for
1G Ethernet, 1G Fibre Channel, and 2G Fibre Channel testing.
Figure 1 illustrates the single port configuration with one RJ-45
connector and one GBIC port (outlined in grey).
If you purchase the dual port configuration (see Figure 2), a second
RJ-45 connector and GBIC port is available. The Port 1 GBIC port and
RJ-45 connector are outlined on the unit in grey; the Port 2 GBIC port
and RJ-45 connector are outlined on the unit in blue.
Figure 1 FST-2802 top panel (single port configuration)
USB/Serial 10/100 Mbps
!
1 Gbps / 2Gbps
PORT 1
TX RX
PCMCIA card slots
USB/Serial port
RJ-45 connector
GBIC port
NOTE:
You can easily determine which port is currently selected by looking
at the buttons on the main screen. When Port 1 is selected, the
buttons on the main screen are grey. When Port 2 is selected, the
buttons are blue.
Figure 2 FST-2802 top panel (dual port configuration)
USB/Serial 10/100 Mbps
1 Gbps / 2Gbps
!
1 Gbps / 2Gbps
PORT 1
TX RX
PORT 2
TX RX
PCMCIA card slots
USB/Serial port
RJ-45 connectors
GBIC port GBIC port
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USB/Serial port
The USB/Serial port provides a 10-pin connector for the Y cable. By
attaching the Y cable shipped with the FST-2802 (see Figure 3), you
can connect serial devices such as a printer, laptop, or PC, and USB
devices, such as a keyboard, mouse, printer, or hub to the TestPad.
The serial connector of the Y cable is configured as a Data Terminal
Equipment (DTE) connector; the USB port is configured as a USB
host.
To connect serial and USB devices to the TestPad, first connect the Y
cable to the TestPad. If you are connecting USB devices such as a
mouse, keyboard, hub, or printer, you connect the device directly to
the USB connector of the Y cable. If you are connecting a serial
device, you connect an intermediate cable to the Y cable, and then
connect the other end of the cable to the device.
For descriptions of each of the intermediate cables, see Ta ble 3 o n
page 12 and Table 4 on page 14.
PCMCIA card slots
Two PCMCIA card slots are provided on the TestPad. PCMCIA cards
are available for the TestPad which allow you to establish modem,
wireless, Ethernet, or serial connections to the TestPad and store test
configurations, test results, and print files.
Ethernet LAN, Ethernet cross-over, and some serial cables are also
attached to associated PCMCIA cards which are inserted in the Test-
Pad.
For descriptions of each of the connectivity cards offered as an acces-
sory by Acterna, see Table 3 on page 12.
Figure 3 Y cable
USB/Serial port connector
USB connector
Serial connector
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Bottom panel
The bottom panel provides the battery access panel, headset jack, DC
IN jack (used with the AC adapter to power the TestPad), and the
power switch. See Figure 4.
Figure 4 FST-2802 bottom panel
HEADSET DC IN
01
Battery access panel
Headset jack
DC IN jack
Power switch
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Front panel
The front panel provides a touch-sensitive LCD screen that displays
the user interface. The user interface allows you to set up the TestPad,
configure tests, and display test results (see “Navigating the user inter-
face” on page 21). The power LEDs, status LEDs, speaker, and micro-
phone are also located on the front panel. See Figure 5.
Figure 5 FST-2802 front panel
CHARGEPOWER LOW BATTERY
1 Gbps/2 Gbps
SIGNAL
SYNC
LINK ACTIVE
FRAME
SUMMARY
History
10/100 Mbps
SYNC
LINK ACTIVE
FRAME
SUMMARY
Port 1 Port 2
LED Panel
User interface
Power LEDs
Microphone
Speaker
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LED display panel
The LED display panel provides current and historical Status and
Alarm LEDs for each port. The inside column of LEDs indicates the
current condition or state of the link; the outside column of LEDs indi-
cates the historical condition of the link. See Figure 6.
For a detailed description of each LED, see Chapter 7 “Test Results”.
Powering the TestPad
Power is supplied to the FST-2802 by the battery or the AC power
adapter. To supply power using the adapter, plug the adapter into the
DC IN jack located on the bottom panel of the FST-2802. For power
specifications see “Electrical specifications” on page 247.
To power the TestPad
– Turn the power switch to the ON position.
The Power LED, located on the front panel, illuminates green when the
TestPad is powered.
Figure 6 LED display panel
1 Gbps/2 Gbps
SIGNAL
SYNC
LINK ACTIVE
FRAME
SUMMARY
History
10/100 Mbps
SYNC
LINK ACTIVE
FRAME
SUMMARY
Port 1 Port 2
WARNING:
RISK OF DAMAGE TO UNIT. Do not use the adapter supplied with
the Acterna FST-2000 User Interface Module (UIM) with older UIMs
labeled TTC 2000 or TestPad 2000. Do not use the adapter sup-
plied with older UIMs with the Acterna FST-2000 UIM.
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Navigating the user interface
The user interface lets you set up the TestPad, configure tests, and
display test results. The touch-sensitive screen is divided into separate
areas for TestPad set up, test configuration, and test results.
Application
buttons
The application buttons, located on the upper-left corner of the inter-
face, provide quick access to each test for the currently selected port.
The buttons are organized by operating mode (MON, TERM, and for
dual port units, THRU), rate and protocol (for example, 1G Ethernet),
and then test.
Figure 7 FST-2802 dual port user interface
SETUP
Application buttons
Result display
Action buttons
Message
display
Configuration
summary bar
System buttons
Extended
keypad
Result buttons
PORT Swap
RFC 2544
NOTE:
We recommend using the stylus supplied with the TestPad to acti-
vate functions on the touch-sensitive screen.
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RFC 2544 button
The RFC 2544 button runs a script which automates the Ethernet test
procedures recommended in RFC 2544. The script prompts you for
key parameters, runs the tests, and then automatically generates a
text file of results for the tests.
Port Swap button
If you have a dual port FST-2802, the Port Swap button toggles
between Port 1 (grey) and Port 2 (blue), and allows you to select a port
before choosing a test application, configuring a test, or performing an
action (such as turning the laser on).
The default port is Port 1. When Port 1 is selected, the buttons on the
main screen are grey, and “Port 1 Selected” appears on the button.
When Port 2 is selected, the buttons are blue, and “Port 2 Selected”
appears on the button. The THRU button for dual port units is always
blue and grey, since thru mode applies to both ports.
The Port Swap button does not appear on the single port user inter-
face.
SETUP button
The SETUP button provides access to the tabs used to configure your
tests. After you select the port and application for a test, you select the
Setup button to configure the test. For details on configuring a test, see
“Step 1: Configuring a test” on page 94.
Configuration
summary bar
The configuration summary bar displays the application selected for
each port. For example, if you select and configure a 1G Ethernet
traffic generation test on Port 1, and a 1G Ethernet pattern test appli-
cation on Port 2, the following information appears in the configuration
summary bar:
PORT 1:Term 1G Ethernet Traffic Port 2:Term 1G
Ethernet Pattern Test
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Result buttons
In each result pane there is a Result Group and Result Category
button. The Result Group button allows you to set the port for the
results; the Result Category button allows you to set the results cate-
gory. By selecting a different port or category for each pane, you can
view two sets of results at the same time.
Result display
The test results for the TestPad appear in the result display.
Action buttons
The action buttons are located above the message display. The action
buttons perform additional functions specific to the application you
specified for the currently selected port. A different set of action
buttons appears each time you select a mode of operation. For
example, if you configure a port for a 1G Ethernet, 1G Fibre Channel,
or 2G Fibre Channel test, the Laser On/Off action button appears,
enabling you to turn the laser on and off. The buttons may or may not
be active depending on the application you select.
Message display
The message display shows the operating mode, protocol, rate,
status, and current events for each active port. For example, the
message display might display a confirmation message informing you
that a TestPad on the far end of a circuit is in loopback mode.
– To view historical messages, select the up arrow in the message
display. The Message History Pane appears, listing up to ten
historical messages.
– To close the pane and return to the main screen, select the down
arrow.
System buttons
Two system buttons are located to the right of the message display.
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Tools button
Selecting the Tools button displays the Tools menu which lists the
commands in Tabl e 6 .
Table 6 Tools menu commands
Command… Used to…
Programs Access a variety of applications, such as the
On-screen Keyboard, PDF Viewer, and VNC
Viewer. If you purchase the Web browser or
VT-100 emulation options, the associated
applications are also listed as menu com-
mands.
TestPad Settings Specify screen saver, brightness, speaker, and
date and time settings.
Connectivity Specify parameters for printer, network, Serial
Remote Command Line, and Remote GUI con-
nections.
File Management Access the File Management dialog box to
manage files and transfer files to and from the
TestPad using FTP.
FST-2802 Settings Access the FST-2802 revision information and
load upgrades and options. You can also reset
the FST-2802 by clearing NOVRAM and
returning the unit to factory default settings.
Print Management Set up and schedule print events, create head-
ings for print output, and print test configura-
tions, test results, and histograms.
Store/Recall Setups Access the Saved Setups dialog box. Using the
options on the screen, you can store test con-
figurations. After you store a configuration, you
can recall and load the configuration to auto-
matically configure a test.
AutoMATE If you purchase the scripting option, access the
automated test scripts you develop using Tcl/
Tk.
Help Launch FST-2802 Help.
Restart Port 1 Restart the test on Port 1.
Restart Port 2 Restart the test on Port 2.
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Power Status button
The Power Status button displays current battery strength by bar
graph and percentage and indicates whether the TestPad is powered
using an AC power adapter.
Extended Keypad
The Extended Keypad is located to the right of the touch-sensitive
screen. The keys are used to initiate specific operations on the
TestPad (such as a test restart or screen toggle), launch the on-screen
keyboard or online help, or access dialog boxes to control the bright-
ness of the screen and to set up print events. Table 7 describes the
function of each key.
Restart Both Ports Restart tests on Port 1 and Port 2.
NOTE: You can also restart tests on both ports
using the Test Restart button on the Extended
Keypad.
Table 6 Tools menu commands (Continued)
Command… Used to…
Table 7 Extended Keypad keys
Icon Description
Restart—Press this key to restart the tests on each active
port simultaneously. When you restart a test, the TestPad
resets the current test result totals and clears any errors
and/or alarms.
NOTE: If you want to restart a test on a specific port, select
Tools > Restart Port 1 or Tools > Restart Port 2.
Toggle Screen—Press this key to toggle between applica-
tions. For example, if you launched the Web browser, press
this key to toggle between the TestPad user interface and
the browser.
Brightness—Press this key to access the Screen Brightness
tab.
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Keyboard—Press this key to launch the on-screen key-
board.
Printer Setup—Displays a series of tabs which allow you to
schedule or generate print output on the TestPad.
Help—Launches FST-2802 Help.
Table 7 Extended Keypad keys (Continued)
Icon Description
NOTE:
When you use the Remote GUI, you can use the Tools menu to
access each of the commands associated with the Extended Key-
pad keys.
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Chapter 2
Basic Operations
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for each of the basic
operations you can perform using the FST-2802. Topics discussed in
this chapter are as follows:
–“Connecting and swapping application modules” on page 28
–“Maintaining the battery” on page 30
–“Connecting a USB device” on page 33
–“Setting up the FST-2802” on page 34
–“Defining the Custom result category” on page 45
–“Restoring factory defaults” on page 46
–“Printing test configurations, test results, and histograms” on
page 47
–“Using the on-screen keyboard” on page 61
–“Sending e-mail” on page 62
–“Launching Adobe Acrobat Reader” on page 66
–“Launching the VNC Viewer” on page 67
–“Launching the Web browser” on page 68
–“Emulating a VT100 terminal” on page 69
–“Using the Remote GUI” on page 69
–“Managing files” on page 71
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Connecting and swapping application modules
Connecting an application module involves holding it at a slight angle
to the UIM, inserting the UIM into the application module slot, gently
rotating the application module into a parallel position with the UIM,
and then sliding the application module into the UIM.
Swapping application modules involves turning the TestPad off,
disconnecting the attached application module from the UIM, and then
attaching the new application module to the UIM.
To connect or swap application modules
1If an application module is connected to the UIM and the TestPad
is on, turn off the TestPad.
2If you are swapping application modules, turn the screw on the
front of the application module counter-clockwise to release the
application module; otherwise, proceed to step 4.
3Disconnect the application module from the UIM by slowly pulling
the two modules apart, and then gently rotating the right side of
the UIM into an upwards position.
4On the back of the application module you are about to connect,
verify that the following labels appear (indicating that the applica-
tion module is compatible with a Version 6 or higher UIM):
– If you are connecting a FST-2802, verify that a label appears
stating “Version 6 Compatible”.
– If you are connecting any other application module, verify that
a label appears stating “FST-2000 INTEROPERABLE”.
NOTE:
FST-2802’s which are compatible with the Version 6 UIM are identi-
fied with a “Version 6 Compatible” label on the back of the applica-
tion module.
FST-2802 application modules running software version 3.0 and
higher require a Version 6 or higher UIM. If you connect a FST-2802
application module running software version 3.0 or higher to an
older UIM, a message will appear on the user interface instructing
you to remove the application module and attach it to a newer UIM.
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5While holding the application module at a slight angle (see
Figure 8), insert the bottom right corner of the UIM no more than
1/4 inch into the inside bottom edge of the application module slot.
6Gently rotate the application module into a parallel position with
the UIM (see Figure 9 on page 29).
Figure 8 UIM insertion into application module slot
Figure 9 Rotating the application module
Application moduleUIM
Rotate
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7Slide the application module into the UIM, keeping the two
modules parallel at all times (see Figure 10).
8Turn the screw clockwise to secure the TestPad.
The TestPad is ready for use.
Maintaining the battery
The TestPad comes equipped with a rechargeable Nickel-Metal
Hydride (NiMH) battery. The battery life of a fully-charged battery
varies depending on the type of functions that you are performing.
CAUTION: DAMAGE TO TESTPAD
If you attempt to connect the UIM and application module at an
angle, you may damage the TestPad. Be certain to align the UIM
and application module in a parallel position before connecting the
modules.
Figure 10 UIM and application module connection
NOTE:
When you turn the TestPad on for the first time, the UIM and the
application module require several minutes to initialize the software.
Do not turn the power off during initialization or you may corrupt the
files.
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If the battery is not charged with sufficient capacity to power the
TestPad, the TestPad will not completely power up, and the LOW
BATTERY LED will illuminate. You can power the TestPad and
recharge the battery using the supplied AC adapter.
To prolong the life span of the battery, follow the guidelines below:
– Store the battery in a cool, dry, and clean environment. Do not
leave the battery in a car or truck, particularly during extremely
warm weather.
– Use the AC adapter to power up the TestPad the first time you use
the TestPad, or after prolonged storage.
– Before using the battery to power the TestPad, check the battery
capacity.
– If the battery capacity is depleted or if the battery has been stored
for a prolonged period, use the Acterna battery charger to charge
the battery. Do not use an un-approved charger.
– Condition the battery after prolonged storage or 30 cycles of use.
To condition the battery, deeply discharge the battery, and then
recharge the battery fully three times.
– If the TestPad will not be used for more than a week, remove the
battery.
– Do not charge the battery after exposure to extremely hot or cold
temperatures.
– If the battery capacity is depleted and you are not ready to
recharge the battery, turn the TestPad power OFF.
– Always carry a fully charged spare battery.
Viewing the
battery charge
status
To view the battery charge status
– Look at the Power Status button on the user interface. The button
displays the current battery strength using a bar graph and
percentage.
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Charging the
battery
The Low Battery LED illuminates when the battery is below 25 percent
capacity. You can recharge the battery using an AC adapter.
To charge the battery
1Turn off the TestPad.
2Verify that the battery is cool to the touch. If the battery is warm,
wait for it to cool down before proceeding to step 3.
3To start a new charge cycle, or to restart a charge cycle that was
terminated, do one of the following:
– If the battery is already in the TestPad, insert or reinsert the AC
adapter.
– If the AC adapter is already plugged in, insert or reinsert the
battery into the TestPad.
4Let the battery charge for up to two hours depending on the
current charge state of the battery.
The battery is charged.
Replacing the
battery
The following procedure describes how to replace the battery in a
TestPad.
NOTE:
Environmental conditions such as the temperature of the battery
may cause the charging process to terminate before the battery is
completely recharged. The internal battery charger can operate
when the TestPad is on; however, to ensure a complete recharge,
turn the TestPad off, remove the AC adapter, and then verify that
the battery is cool to the touch before beginning a new charge
cycle.
CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with an incorrect type.
Replace with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufac-
turer’s instructions.
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To replace the battery
1Turn off the TestPad or connect AC power.
2Unlock the battery access panel by turning the screw counter-
clockwise. See Figure 4 on page 18.
3Open the battery access panel.
4Pull the strap to remove the battery.
5Align the new battery with the terminals facing up and pointing
toward the battery compartment.
6Verify that you can read the terminal markings (-) V D C (+) at the
top end of the battery.
7Slide the new battery into the battery compartment until the termi-
nals click into place.
The bottom of the battery should be about 0.25 inches (0.635
centimeters) inside the compartment.
8Close the battery access door, and then lock the door by turning
the screw clockwise.
9If the TestPad is on, you can resume testing. If you turned the
TestPad off, turn it on to resume testing.
The battery is replaced.
Connecting a USB device
You can connect a USB keyboard, mouse, or printer to the TestPad. If
you want to use more than one USB device simultaneously, you can
connect a USB hub to the TestPad, and then connect each device to
one of the four ports available on the hub.
To connect a USB device to the TestPad
1Turn the TestPad power ON.
NOTE:
The battery can be “hot swapped” which means if AC power is con-
nected, you can replace the battery without affecting the current
test.
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2Insert a Y cable into the USB/Serial port. This cable provides a
USB connector.
3Do one of the following:
The USB device is connected.
Setting up the FST-2802
Setting up the FST-2802 involves specifying a password for the
Remote GUI, and specifying various settings for the TestPad such as
the date and time format, screen saver, screen brightness, and
speaker volume. It may also involve loading software upgrades and
options.
NOTE:
You must connect the Y cable to the USB/Serial port before you
connect the keyboard, mouse, printer, or hub cable to the USB con-
nector.
To… Do this…
Connect a keyboard or mouse Insert the keyboard or mouse
cable into the USB connector of
the Y cable.
Connect a printer Attach one end of the printer
cable (supplied with the printer)
to the printer, and then attach the
other end to the USB connector
of the Y cable.
Connect a USB hub Attach the hub cable to the USB
connector of the Y cable, and
then connect the USB devices to
the hub.
NOTE:
The TestPad also provides an on-screen keyboard which allows
you to type by tapping keys on a keyboard displayed on the touch-
sensitive screen. For instructions on using the on-screen keyboard,
see “Using the on-screen keyboard” on page 61.
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Specifying a
Remote GUI
password
If you intend to use the Remote GUI to control the TestPad from a
remote PC or laptop, you must specify a Remote GUI password to
secure access to the TestPad. Each time you initiate a Remote GUI
session, you’ll be required to enter the password.
The default Remote GUI password is acterna.
To specify a Remote GUI password
1Select Tools > Connectivity.
The Connectivity Menu appears.
2Select Remote GUI.
The Remote GUI Password dialog box appears.
3In Remote GUI Password, type a password using up to eight
characters, and then select OK.
The Connectivity Menu appears, and the Remote GUI password is set.
Specifying date
and time settings
By default, the TestPad presents dates on print files using a standard
MM/DD/YYYY format, and time using a standard Hour:Minute:Second
format. You can change the date, time, or format at any time.
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To specify date and time settings
1Select Tools > TestPad Settings.
A series of setup tabs appears.
2Select Time/Date.
3To specify the settings, do the following:
To… Do this…
Set the date format In Set Date Format, select a date format.
Set the time format In Set Time Format, select a time format.
Set the date Select the arrow to the right of the Set Date
field. A calendar appears. Do one of the fol-
lowing:
– To select a date from the month and
year displayed, simply select the date.
– To navigate through the calendar to
select a date from a different month or
year, use the arrows at the top of the
calendar to display the month, and then
select the date.
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4Select OK.
The date and time settings are specified.
Setting up the
screen saver
The TestPad is equipped with a screen saver. You can setup the
TestPad to use the screen saver, or you can disable the screen saver
entirely. If you use the screen saver, you can specify how much time
must elapse before the TestPad displays the screen saver, and you
can optionally display a blank screen or a scrolling message whenever
the screen saver appears.
To set up the screen saver
1Select Tools > TestPad Settings.
A series of setup tabs appears.
Set the time In Set Time, select the hour, minutes, or
seconds you want to modify, and then select
the up or down arrow to the right of the field
to increase or decrease the value in incre-
ments of one.
To… Do this…
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2Select Screen Saver.
3If you do not want to use a screen saver, under User a Screen
Saver, select Never, and then proceed to step 4.
If you do want to use a screen saver, do the following:
aSelect an option for Use a Screen Saver.
bSelect a screen saver style: Blank Screen or Scrolling
Message.
cIf you selected Scrolling Message, select Edit to display the
Enter new message dialog box, and then type the message.
Select OK to return to the Screen Saver tab.
dSelect the time to elapse before the screen saver appears.
4Select OK.
The screen saver is set up.
Setting the screen
brightness
You can control the screen brightness on the TestPad. Higher bright-
ness provides greater clarity when viewing the user interface.
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To set the screen brightness
1Select Tools > TestPad Settings.
A series of setup tabs appears.
2Select Brightness.
3Under Brightness Setting, drag the pointer to the level of bright-
ness you want to use for the screen.
4Select OK.
The screen brightness is set.
Specifying
speaker settings
You can control the speaker volume on the TestPad or mute the
speaker entirely. You can also setup the TestPad to beep whenever
you insert or remove a PCMCIA card or whenever you select a button
on the user interface.
To specify speaker settings
1Select Tools > TestPad Settings.
A series of setup tabs appears.
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2Select Speaker.
3To control the speaker’s volume, do one of the following:
– If you want to adjust the speaker volume, under Speaker
Volume, drag the pointer to the level of volume you want the
speaker to use.
– If you want to mute the speaker volume entirely, select Mute
Speaker.
4To set up the TestPad to beep whenever you insert or remove a
PCMCIA card or select a button on the user interface, select
Enable Beep.
5Select OK.
The speaker settings are specified.
Loading options
and software
upgrades
If you purchase options or obtain an FST-2802 or UIM software
upgrade, you receive a PCMCIA card with the software for the options
or upgrade. Loading options or FST-2802 software upgrades involves
inserting the PCMCIA card into a PCMCIA card slot, loading the soft-
ware, and then waiting for the TestPad to reboot. Loading options is
typically a quick process; loading an FST-2802 software upgrade
takes longer.
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For instructions on loading UIM software upgrades, refer to the
upgrade instructions provided with the upgrade card.
Loading options
You can load options from a single PCMCIA card or from two separate
PCMCIA cards simultaneously.
To load options
1Insert the PCMCIA card or cards with the options in a PCMCIA
card slot.
2Select the Tools button, and then do one of the following:
– To load UIM options, select TestPad Settings, and then select
the Revisions/Options tab.
– To load FST-2802 settings, select FST-2802 Settings. The
Revisions/Options tab appears.
Currently installed options on the TestPad appear under TestPad
Options or FST-2802 Options.
3Select Install Options.
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The Options Installation dialog box appears, listing the options
available on the PCMCIA card (or cards).
The Number Remaining field indicates the remaining copies of the
option which are available for installation. Each time you install an
option, the TestPad decreases the number remaining by one.
4Select the option or options you want to install.
5Select Install & Reboot.
NOTE:
If you inserted two PCMCIA optioning cards into the TestPad, and
both cards include the same option, the option appears twice in the
list of options.
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The TestPad installs the options, and then the Install Options
dialog box appears.
6Select OK to acknowledge the message.
The TestPad reboots and the options are available.
Loading an FST-2802
software upgrade
Before you load an FST-2802 software upgrade, you must power the
TestPad using an AC adapter. We also recommend using a battery
charged to at least 50 percent capacity as a backup power supply.
If you insert a PCMCIA card into the TestPad with an FST-2802 soft-
ware upgrade before you turn the TestPad on, the TestPad automati-
cally detects a new version of the software when it boots up and asks
if you want to upgrade the software.
Loading the upgrade typically takes about forty-five minutes.
To load a software upgrade
1Insert the software upgrade card into a PCMCIA card slot.
2Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN jack (located on the bottom
panel of the TestPad), and then plug it in to an electrical outlet.
CAUTION: DAMAGE TO TESTPAD
When you load a software upgrade, the TestPad deletes all existing
application module software, automatically reboots, and then loads
the upgrade. Therefore, if power is interrupted during the course of
the upgrade, the TestPad may require factory service to operate.
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3Turn the TestPad power ON.
The TestPad displays a series of boot-up messages. When the
boot-up is complete, a dialog box appears informing you that a
newer version of the application module software has been
detected and prompts you to upgrade the software.
4Select OK.
The TestPad displays the following warning:
WARNING
DO NOT TURN POWER OFF AT THIS TIME.
Transfer of system files in progress. System may
require factory service if power fails during
transfer.
At the bottom of the screen, a box appears which shows the
percentage of each file transferred during the upgrade.
After the last file is transferred, the TestPad reboots.
The software upgrade is loaded.
NOTE:
Between file transfers, a message appears informing you that the
TestPad is preparing the system for another file transfer and advis-
ing you to be patient. It may take a couple of minutes for the Test-
Pad to begin transferring the next file.
NOTE:
If you insert a PCMCIA upgrade card after you turn the TestPad on,
you can select Tools > FST-2802 Settings to display the Revisions/
Options tab, and then select the Revision Upgrade option to load
the upgrade.
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Defining the Custom result category
You can define a Custom result category with results from a variety of
categories. This allows you to quickly view the results on a single result
pane without navigating through each individual category.
To define the Custom result category
1Select Tools > FST-2802 Settings.
The Reset tab appears.
2Select the Custom Results tab.
3Select the results you want to view in the Custom category from
the Available list, and then do one of the following:
–Use the > and < arrows to move single results between the
Available and Selected list boxes.
–Use the << arrows to move all selected results back to the
Available list box.
4Select OK to return to the main screen.
Results are selected for the Custom result category.
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Restoring factory defaults
You can restore the FST-2802 settings to the factory defaults using the
Clear NOVRAM feature. When you clear NOVRAM, the TestPad
restores the following settings for each port:
– Test applications. All test applications for the FST-2802 are
restored to their default values.
– Print Management settings. The print management settings are
restored to their default values.
To restore factory defaults
1Select Tools > FST-2802 Settings.
The Reset tab appears.
2Select Clear NOVRAM.
The TestPad restores the FST-2802 settings back to the factory
defaults. This typically takes about ten seconds, and then a
message appears informing you that the settings are restored.
3Select OK to acknowledge the message.
The TestPad reboots, and the settings are restored.
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Printing test configurations, test results, and histograms
You can print test configurations, test results, and histograms from the
TestPad. Printing involves connecting a printer, and then specifying
print parameters such as the print mode, print type, and print event
triggers. If you connected a serial printer, you must also configure the
printer.
After you specify the print parameters, you are ready to generate print
output. When you generate print output, you can do the following:
– Encrypt the output to ensure the integrity of the data you sent to
your supervisor or Technical Support department.
– Send the output directly to a printer.
– Store the output in a file on the TestPad to print at a later time.
– Automatically e-mail the output. For example, if you want your
Technical Support department to review your test results, you can
set up the TestPad to automatically e-mail the results to the
department.
The following sections introduce you to some basic concepts about
printing, and then describe how to connect a printer, configure a serial
printer, specify print parameters, and print your print files.
Printing to text
files
The first time you generate print output, by default, the TestPad
appends the output to the default print file, default.txt in the
following directory:
Acterna\Files\FST-2802
NOTE:
If your FST-2802 has two ports, and both ports are active, the Test-
Pad generates output for each active port. For example, if you are
testing using both Port 1 and Port 2, print output of test results will
list test results for Port 1 first, and then the test results for Port 2.
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When you specify print parameters for the output, you can do the
following:
– You can clear the output in the default.txt file, and then
repopulate the file with new output.
– You can direct the print output to a new or different .txt file.
Encrypting print
files
You can optionally encrypt print files by selecting the Encrypt print file
option on the Print Setup tab. When you generate an encrypted print
file, the TestPad creates two files: the standard text (.txt) file, and
an additional encrypted (.crp) file. For example, if you generate a
print file named “1GPatt”, the TestPad creates the following files:
–1GPatt.txt
–1GPatt.crp
Sending an encrypted
print file
You can send an encrypted print file to your supervisor or Technical
Support department by selecting the option to automatically email the
file after it is generated (see “Sending e-mail” on page 62) or using
FTP (see “Managing files” on page 71).
The first time you send an encrypted (.crp) file to your supervisor or
Technical Support department, you need to send the decrypt.exe
executable which enables them to read the encrypted file. The file is
located at:
[SYS] Z:/decrypt.exe
Reading an encrypted
print file
To read an encrypted print file, you must launch decrypt.exe using
the print filename as a parameter. For example, if the encrypted file’s
name is 1GPatt.crp, use the following command to launch the
executable:
decrypt.exe 1GPatt.crp
The executable converts the encrypted (.crp) file to a text (.txt) file.
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Print modes
Print modes identify the way you want to generate print output: manu-
ally, at timed intervals, or when a test ends. You specify the print mode
for your print output in the Print Mode field of the Setup tab.
Print types
Print types represent the type of information you want to include in the
print output (all test results, test results for a selected group of catego-
ries, test configurations, or histograms). When you specify print
parameters, you specify the print type for your print output in the Print
Type field of the Setup tab.
Print event
triggers
Print event triggers cause the TestPad to generate print output when-
ever the event (a result change, test restart, or a remote user connects
or disconnects to the TestPad) occurs. The event output includes a
date and time stamp indicating when the event occurred.
Connecting a
printer
The USB/Serial port, located on the top panel, is used to connect the
standard Y cable provided with the TestPad. The Y cable provides a
USB connector and a serial connector, allowing you to connect a USB
printer, such as the 2000-USB-PRINTER, or serial printer, such as the
PR-40B to the TestPad.
To connect the printer
1Turn on the TestPad.
2Attach the Y cable to the USB/Serial port.
NOTE:
To print test configurations (controls) and histograms, you must
generate print output in manual mode.
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3Do one of the following:
– If you are connecting a serial printer, using the supplied printer
cable, connect the DB-9 female connector on the printer cable
to the serial connector on the Y cable, and then connect the
DB-9 male connector on the printer cable to the printer.
– If you are connecting a USB printer, using the supplied printer
cable, connect the cable to the USB connector of the Y cable,
and then connect the other end of the printer cable to the
printer.
By default, the baud rate for the serial printer interface is 9600, and the
parity method is none. If you need to change these settings, see
“Configuring a serial printer” on page 50.
Configuring a
serial printer
Configuring a serial printer involves specifying the printer device, and
then specifying the communications parameters, such as the baud
rate, data bits, parity, stop bits, and flow control.
To configure a printer
1Select Tools > Connectivity.
The Connectivity Menu appears.
2Select Serial Printer.
NOTE:
When connecting to the PR-40B serial printer, use the printer cable
provided with the printer. Operability of the printer port cannot be
guaranteed if you use a cable longer than 3 meters.
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The Printer Configuration dialog box appears.
3If you have either a serial card or a Y cable connected to the
TestPad, the serial printer device available appears automatically
under Serial Printer Device.
If you have both a serial card and a Y cable connected to the
TestPad, under Serial Printer Device, select Serial Card to
connect via a card, or Serial Port to connect via the serial port on
the Y cable.
4Specify the settings for the printer, and then select OK. Default
values for each of the settings are as follows:
– Baud rate: 9600
– Data bits: eight
– Parity: None
– Stop bits: None
– Flow control: None
The printer is configured.
NOTE:
You can also use the Configure option on the Setup tab to configure
a printer when you specify print parameters.
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Creating a
heading for print
output
You can create a custom heading for print output. These headings are
particularly helpful if you append print output to the same print file each
time you print. By defining unique headings for your print output, you
can easily identify the output associated with each test.
To create a heading
1Select Tools > Print Management.
A series of print management tabs appear.
2Select Headings.
3In Heading Line 1, type the first heading you want to appear on
the print file.
4If you want a second and third heading, type the headings in the
corresponding fields.
5Select Setup to return to the Setup tab, or OK to return to the
main screen.
The heading is created and will appear above your print output.
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Generating print
output
Generating print output involves specifying the print mode, specifying
a print type (and defining print type parameters, if necessary), and
then selecting the Generate button to generate the print output imme-
diately, or scheduling the TestPad to automatically generate print
output.
To generate print output
1Select Tools > Print Management.
The Setup tab appears.
2In Mode, select one of the following print modes:
Select To…
Manual Manually generate print output. Proceed to
step 4.
Timed (Repeating) Generate print output at regularly scheduled
intervals.
For example, if you want the TestPad to gen-
erate test results output every ten minutes,
select the Timed (Repeating) print mode,
and then proceed to step 3 to specify the
interval between generated print output.
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If you selected Timed (Repeating) or Timed (Test End), fields
appear on the Setup tab which allow you to specify the interval
between TestPad generated print output or the amount of time that
will pass after a test restart before a test ends.
3In Hours and Mins, type the hours or minutes, or select the up
and down arrows next to the fields to increase or decrease the
displayed value.
Timed (Test End) Generate print output whenever a test ends.
For example, if you want the TestPad to gen-
erate test results output when a test ends in
thirty minutes, select the Timed (Test End)
print mode, and then proceed to step 3 to
specify the amount of time after a test restart
(thirty minutes) that will pass before the test
ends.
Select To…
NOTE:
You must select Manual mode to print test configurations (controls)
and histograms.
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4In Type, select one of the following print types:
5If you chose Selected Categories as the print type in step 4, select
the Categories tab to choose the categories for the print output,
and then do the following:
aTo select categories, use the > and < arrows to move single
categories between the Available and Selected list boxes, or
use the >> and << arrows to move all categories.
bProceed to step 7.
Select… To…
All Results Print all test results for a test. Proceed to
step 7.
Selected Categories Print test results for a specific group of cate-
gories. Proceed to step 5.
Controls Print the configuration for a test. Proceed to
step 7.
Histogram Print specific results based upon the histo-
gram configuration. Proceed to step 6.
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6If you selected Histogram as the print type in step 4, see “Setting
up a histogram” on page 57 for instructions on setting up histo-
gram output, and then proceed to step 7.
7Optional. If you want the TestPad to generate print output when-
ever you restart a test, a result changes, or a remote user
connects or disconnects to the TestPad, select the Event tab, and
then select Test Restart, Result Change, or Remote User
Connect/Disconnect.
8Return to the Setup tab.
9Optional. If you want to clear the displayed print file, or direct the
print output to a new or different file, do one of the following:
10 Optional. If you want to send the output directly to a printer, select
Send output directly to a printer, and then select the printer you
want to direct the output to (Serial or USB).
11 Optional. If you want to email the output when it is generated,
select Email on print. See “Sending e-mail” on page 62 for
instructions on sending e-mail from the TestPad.
To… Do this…
Clear the displayed
print file, and then re-
populate the file with
new output
Select Clear File.
Direct the print output
to a new file
Choose Select File to display the File Man-
agement dialog box, and then do the fol-
lowing:
– Select the File Name field. An Acterna
keypad appears.
– Type the new file name.
–Select OK to return to the Setup tab.
Direct the print output
to a different file
Choose Select File to display the File Man-
agement dialog box, and then do the fol-
lowing:
– Under File Name, select the file you
want to direct the output to.
–Select OK to return to the Setup tab.
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12 Optional. If you want to encrypt the output, select Encrypt print
file.
13 Select Generate or Print File.
14 If you want to store the print settings you specified, select OK to
return to the Main Screen. If you do not want to store the print
settings, select Cancel.
If you sent the print output directly to a printer, the TestPad prints the
output and sends the output to the .txt file you specified. If you sent
the print output to a file, the output is stored in the .txt file to be
printed at a later time.
Setting up a
histogram
A histogram is print output of test results in a bar graph format. Histo-
grams enable you to quickly identify spikes and patterns of errors over
a specific interval of time. Figure 11 shows a sample Histogram
printout.
Each time you run a test, the TestPad automatically accumulates data
for a histogram in the histogram buffer. Whenever you start a new test,
the histogram buffer clears, and then populates with data from the new
test.
You can choose which results to collect for the histogram print output,
and when the TestPad will collect the samples. If your FST-2802 has
two ports and you are running tests on both ports, the TestPad will
create a separate histogram for each test.
To set up histogram print output
1Select the Tools button.
The Tools Menu appears.
Figure 11 Histogram printout
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2Select Print Management.
The Setup tab appears.
3In Mode, select Manual.
4In Type, select Histogram.
5Select the Histogram Setup tab.
6Under Start, do one of the following:
–Select First Sample to select all available data for the print
output from the moment the test starts.
–Select Start Date/Time to specify the start data and time for
data collection for the histogram. If you select this option, you
must type the date and time the TestPad will start collecting
data in the associated fields.
NOTE:
You cannot print histograms in Timed (Repeating) or Timed (Test
End) modes.
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7Under End, do one of the following:
–Select Last Sample to select all available data for the print
output from the moment you select Generate to generate
output for the histogram.
–Select Set Duration to specify a duration of time during which
the TestPad will collect data for the histogram. If you select this
option, you must type the days, hours, and minutes for the
duration in the associated fields.
8Under Bar Interval, type the hours and minutes represented in
each histogram bar.
9Select the Histogram Results tab.
10 To select the result categories for the histogram, do one of the
following:
aSelect the categories you would like to include in the print
output. Use the > and < arrows to move single categories
between the Available and Selected list boxes. Use the >> and
<< arrows to move all categories.
bSelect OK.
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11 In Printer, select the printer you want to direct the histogram output
to (Serial or USB).
12 Optional. If you want to send the histogram directly to a printer,
select Send output directly to a printer.
13 Optional. If you want to email the histogram when it is generated,
select Email on print. See “Sending e-mail” on page 62 for
instructions on sending e-mail from the TestPad.
14 Select Generate or Print File.
If you sent the histogram directly to a printer, the TestPad prints the
histogram and sends the output to the .txt file you specified. If you
sent the histogram to a file, the output is stored in the .txt file to be
printed at a later time.
Viewing stored
print files
You can view stored print files using the View File button on the Setup
tab.
To view a stored print file
1Select Tools > Print Management.
The Setup tab appears.
2Under File, the most recently created print file appears. Do one of
the following:
– To view the displayed print file, proceed to step 3.
– To view a different print file, choose Select File, and then
select the print file you want to view.
NOTE:
The result categories available for a histogram depend on the cur-
rent test configuration. Each time you configure a test using the
same settings, the histogram categories you selected previously for
the configuration are automatically available; however, you can edit
the categories at any time.
NOTE:
You can also view stored print files from the File Management dia-
log box. See “Viewing, running, deleting, or renaming a file” on
page 75.
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3Select View File.
The print file appears in the Print Viewer dialog box.
Printing a stored
print file
You can print stored print files using the Print File button on the Setup
tab.
To print a stored print file
1Select Tools > Print Management.
The Setup tab appears.
2Under File, the most recently created print file appears. Do one of
the following:
– To print the displayed print file, proceed to step 3.
– To print a different print file, choose Select File, and then
select the print file you want to print.
3Select Print File.
The print file is printed.
Using the on-screen keyboard
The FST-2802 provides an on-screen keyboard, which you can use to
type information in the active window when you use the Web browser,
use the VNC Viewer, or emulate a VT100 terminal using the TestPad.
To use the on-screen keyboard
1Press the Keyboard key.
The on-screen keyboard appears.
2In the active window, tap the field you need to type in.
NOTE:
You do not need to use the on-screen keyboard to type data in the
FST-2802 user interface; a virtual keyboard is available whenever
typing is required. If you need to type a lot of information, we recom-
mend using a USB keyboard.
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3Tap the keys on the on-screen keyboard to type text in the field. To
type a symbol, tap the Shift key. The numeric keys change to
symbol keys. Type the symbol. The symbol keys change back to
numeric keys. You must tap the Shift key each time you need to
type a symbol.
After you launch the on-screen keyboard, you can:
– Move the keyboard to a different location by dragging the title bar.
– Minimize the keyboard.
– Maximize the keyboard by pressing the Keyboard key.
– Type all capital letters by first tapping the Caps Lock key.
Sending e-mail
If you purchased the Networking option, you can send e-mail from the
TestPad. Before you send e-mail, you must establish a modem dial-
out, modem dial-in, or LAN connection to connect to a Simple Mail
Transfer Protocol (SMTP) server.
When you compose e-mail, you can:
– Populate the Address Book with e-mail addresses.
– Type messages.
– Attach print files containing test results, test configurations, or
histogram data.
NOTE:
To optimize performance of the TestPad, secondary features of the
on-screen keyboard such as online help have been disabled.
NOTE:
The first time you compose an e-mail on the TestPad, you must
specify the address for an SMTP server. Internet Service Providers
(ISPs) typically provide an SMTP server. After you specify the
SMTP server for the first e-mail, the TestPad stores the server
address and provides it automatically each time you compose a
new e-mail.
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To send an e-mail
1Establish a modem dial-out, modem dial-in, or LAN connection
from the TestPad to a network for Internet access.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-out
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-out connections” on
page 83.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-in
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-in connections” on
page 85.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a LAN connection, see
“Establishing LAN connections” on page 87.
2On the TestPad, select the Tools > Connectivity.
The Connectivity Menu appears.
3Select Email.
The E-mail dialog box appears.
4In SMTP, type the SMTP server address. The SMTP server
address is typically one of the following:
–smtp.internet provider name.com
–smtp.internet provider name.net
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where internet provider name represents the name of the
company providing your internet service.
5In From, type the address of an e-mail account you can retrieve
messages from.
6In Subject, type the subject of the e-mail.
7To specify the destination e-mail address, under To:, select Add.
The Address Maintenance dialog box appears.
If you added addresses to the Address Book previously, the
addresses appear in the Address Book.
NOTE:
You can not retrieve and read e-mail messages using the FST-2802
user interface; however, if you purchased the Networking and the
Web browser option, you can use the browser to access e-mail from
an ISP account.
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8Do one of the following:
9If you are adding an address, do the following:
aType the address in the field provided. To type the “@” symbol,
select the Shift key.
The numeric keys change to symbol keys.
To… Do this…
Select an existing address from
the address book
– Under Address Book, select
the address, and then select
>> to copy the address to the
“To” List.
– Proceed to step 10.
Add a new address to the
address book
–Select Add to Address
Book. A keyboard dialog box
appears allowing you to type
the new address.
– Proceed to step 9.
Add a new address without add-
ing it to the address book
–Select Add to “To” List. A
keyboard dialog box appears
allowing you to type the new
address.
– Proceed to step 9.
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bSelect OK to return to the Address Maintenance dialog box.
The new address appears in the Address Book or “To” List.
10 Select OK to return to the E-mail dialog box.
The To: address is automatically populated.
11 If you want to attach a file to the e-mail, do the following:
aUnder Attach, select Add.
The Select Attachment dialog box appears.
bNavigate to the file you want to attach, and then select the file.
cSelect OK to return to the E-mail dialog box.
The file appears in the attached box.
12 In Message, type the message to send with the e-mail, using up
to 100 characters.
13 Select Send.
The TestPad sends the e-mail to the address you specified.
Launching Adobe Acrobat Reader
The FST-2802 provides Adobe Acrobat Reader, which enables you to
read .PDF files on the TestPad.
To launch Adobe Acrobat Reader
– Select the Tools > Programs > PDFReader.
Acrobat Reader is launched.
NOTE:
To optimize performance of the TestPad, secondary features of
Acrobat Reader such as online help have been disabled.
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Launching the VNC Viewer
If you purchased the Networking option, you can run remote applica-
tions from the TestPad using the VNC Viewer.
For example, if you have a laptop in your truck which is running a work
order application and a VNC server, and you are using the TestPad to
test a circuit, after you complete the test, you can close out the work
order from the TestPad without returning to your truck. To close the
work order, you do the following:
– Establish an 802.11b or Bluetooth connection from the TestPad to
the laptop.
– Launch the VNC Viewer on the TestPad.
– View the laptop’s work order application.
– Close the work order.
Before you launch the VNC Viewer, you must first establish a modem
dial-out, modem dial-in, or LAN connection to the network or laptop the
VNC server is running on.
To launch the VNC Viewer
1Establish a modem dial-out, modem dial-in, or LAN connection
from the TestPad to the network or laptop the server is running on.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-out
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-out connections” on
page 83.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-in
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-in connections” on
page 85.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a LAN connection, see
“Establishing LAN connections” on page 87.
2Connect a USB keyboard, or press the Keyboard key to launch
the on-screen keyboard.
3Select Tools > Programs > VNC Viewer.
The Connection Details dialog box appears.
4In VNC server, type the IP address or computer name of the
device running the server.
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5If required, log into the server by typing a password.
The desktop for the device running the VNC server appears.
Launching the Web browser
If you purchased the Networking and Web browser options, you can
launch a Web browser from the FST-2802. You can use the Web
browser to view and retrieve intranet or Internet content (such as
methods and procedures or engineering records) and configure
network equipment.
Before you launch the Web browser, you must first establish a modem
dial-out or LAN connection to a network.
To launch the Web browser
1Establish a modem dial-out or LAN connection.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-out
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-out connections” on
page 83.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a LAN connection, see
“Establishing LAN connections” on page 87.
2Connect a USB keyboard, or press the Keyboard key to launch
the on-screen keyboard.
3Select Tools > Programs > Web browser.
The Internet Explorer browser appears.
4Verify your browser connection by typing the address for the site
you want to access. If the browser displays the site, the connec-
tion is established.
NOTE:
To optimize performance of the TestPad, secondary features of the
VNC Viewer such as online help have been disabled.
NOTE:
To optimize performance of the TestPad, secondary features of the
Web browser such as online help have been disabled.
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Emulating a VT100 terminal
If you purchased the VT100 option, the FST-2802 can emulate a
VT100 terminal. When you use the TestPad to emulate a VT100
terminal, the TestPad launches a HyperTerminal session. You can use
the session to retrieve performance information from network
elements and configure the elements.
Before starting VT100 emulation, you must first establish a serial
connection to the network element.
To emulate a VT100 terminal
1Establish a serial connection. For detailed instructions on estab-
lishing a serial connection, see “Establishing serial connections”
on page 81.
2Press the Keyboard key to launch the on-screen keyboard.
3Select Tools > Programs > VT100.
The HyperTerminal session window appears.
4The menu for the network element appears after a few seconds.
Verify that you can retrieve information from the network element.
5Use the menu selections to retrieve performance information or
configure the element.
6Select File > Exit to end the HyperTerminal session.
Using the Remote GUI
If you purchased the Networking option, you can run the TestPad
remotely from any device with a Web browser using a VNC session.
You can use the Remote GUI to perform any of the tests available for
the FST-2802.
NOTE:
To optimize performance of the TestPad, secondary HyperTerminal
features such as the ability to add a printer and online help have
been disabled.
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When you set up the TestPad, you should specify a Remote GUI pass-
word to restrict remote access to the TestPad. For detailed instruc-
tions, see “Specifying a Remote GUI password” on page 35.
Before you run the Remote GUI, the TestPad must be connected to the
network your PC or laptop is connected to via a modem dial-in, modem
dial-out, or LAN connection, or locally via a USB connection. You also
need the IP address or computer name of the TestPad.
Determining the
TestPad’s IP
address or
computer name
To determine the TestPad’s IP address or computer name
1On the TestPad, select Tools > Connectivity.
The Connectivity Menu appears.
2Select the Network Info tab.
The TestPad’s IP address and computer name appear.
Running the
Remote GUI
To run the Remote GUI
1Establish a network connection to the TestPad.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-out
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-out connections” on
page 83.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-in
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-in connections” on
page 85.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a LAN connection, see
“Establishing LAN connections” on page 87.
2From the laptop or PC, launch a Web browser.
3Type the following address:
http://ip address:5800
Where ip address is the IP address of the TestPad.
A dialog box appears prompting you to enter the Remote GUI
password.
4Type the Remote GUI password, and then select OK.
The Remote GUI for the TestPad appears on your screen.
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5Verify the connection for the Remote GUI by doing the following:
– Using the Remote GUI, change the default configuration for the
Te s t P ad .
– Verify the configuration settings in the configuration summary
bar of the Remote GUI.
6To use the Remote GUI:
– Use your mouse to select the elements on the GUI that you
would typically “tap” on the TestPad. For example, if you want
to select the Setup button to configure a test, using your
mouse, simply click the Setup button on the Remote GUI.
– To access the Extended Keys for the TestPad, select the Tools
button at the bottom right corner of the main screen to display
the Tools menu, and then select the command that corre-
sponds to the Extended key on the TestPad.
You are running the Remote GUI.
Managing files
You can view, run, delete, rename, copy, and paste files (for example,
print files and test scripts) on the TestPad from the File Management
dialog box. For example, you can rename print files, copy print files to
a PCMCIA card, or delete print files. If you establish a network connec-
tion, you can also transfer files to and from local drives and FTP
servers.
Selecting files
Before you view, run, rename, copy, or delete a file, you must first
select the file.
To select a file
1Select Tools > File Management.
NOTE:
If you are running the RFC 2544 script from a Remote GUI session,
you must use the Windows Task Manager to run the script. See
“Running the script from a Remote GUI session” on page 169 for
detailed instructions.
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The File Management dialog box appears with the local drive for
the TestPad displayed as the current drive.
2To navigate to the file, select the Current Drive/Folder drop-down
arrow.
Button bar
Current drive/
folder
File selection
box
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A drop-down list of drives and folders appears under the current
drive/folder.
3Do the following:
aSelect + to expand a drive or folder.
bTap or click the folder to select the folder with the file.
cTap or click the Current Drive/Folder drop-down arrow to select
the drive and folder and close the drop-down list.
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The drop-down list of drives and folders disappears, the
selected folder appears in the Current Drive/Folder field, and
the files in the folder appear in the File Selection box.
4Select a file from the File Selection box.
The file is selected.
Filtering files
You can filter the files in the File Selection box to display only specific
types of files, such as print files or test scripts.
To filter the displayed files
– Select the File Type drop-down arrow, and then select Print,
Scripts or All.
NOTE:
The print files you generate and store on the TestPad are stored as
text (.txt) files.
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Viewing, running,
deleting, or
renaming a file
After you select a file, you can view, run, delete, or rename the file.
To view, run, delete, or rename a file
1Select Tools > File Management.
The File Management dialog box appears.
2Navigate to and select the file.
3Do one of the following:
– To view or run the file, select the corresponding button on the
button bar.
– To delete the file, select Del. When prompted to confirm the
deletion, respond with OK.
– To rename the file, select Ren, type the new name, and then
select OK.
Copying and
pasting files
You can copy and paste files on the TestPad to any of the available
drives listed on the File Management dialog box, including PCMCIA
drives and the FTP drive (which you map to an FTP server). If you
want to transfer files to and from an FTP server, you must first estab-
lish a network connection, and then log in to the server.
To copy and paste files
1Navigate to and select the drive and folder with the file you want to
copy.
2If you selected the FTP drive, log into the FTP server (see
“Connecting to an FTP server” on page 76); otherwise, go to
step 3.
3Select the file, and then choose Copy.
4Navigate to the folder you want to paste the file to.
5If you are copying the file to a folder on the FTP server, log into the
FTP server.
6Select Paste.
The file is pasted.
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Connecting to an
FTP server
Before you connect to an FTP server from the TestPad, you must
establish a modem dial-out, modem dial-in, or LAN connection. After
you establish a network connection, you connect to an FTP server by
selecting the FTP drive in the File Management dialog box.
To connect to an FTP site
1Establish a modem dial-out, modem dial-in, or LAN connection
from the TestPad to the network your device is connected to.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-out
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-out connections” on
page 83.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-in
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-in connections” on
page 85.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a LAN connection, see
“Establishing LAN connections” on page 87.
2Select Tools > File Management.
The File Management dialog box appears.
3Select the FTP drive. The FTP drive is identified as follows:
– If this is the first time you are connecting to an FTP server from
the TestPad, the drive is identified as:
[FTP (Not Configured)]/
– If you previously connected to an FTP server from the TestPad,
the drive is identified with an FTP prefix, and the name of the
last FTP server you connected to. For example, if you
connected to Microsoft’s FTP server the last time you used the
TestPad, the FTP drive is identified as:
[FTP.Microsoft.com]/
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The FTP Server button appears on the button bar, and the FTP
Server Settings dialog box appears.
4Do one of the following:
– If you are connecting to the server displayed in the Server field,
proceed to step 5.
– If you are connecting to a different FTP server, tap or click the
Server field. An Acterna keyboard appears. Type the address
for the server, and then select OK.
5 In Login Name and Password, type your login and password, and
then select OK.
The TestPad connects to the FTP server. You can transfer files to and
from the TestPad.
Connecting to the
TestPad’s FTP
server
You can also log into the TestPad’s FTP server from a remote device
to transfer files. Before you connect to the TestPad’s FTP server, you
must establish a modem dial-out, modem dial-in, or LAN connection to
the remote device.
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To connect to the TestPad’s FTP server
1Establish a modem dial-out, modem dial-in, or LAN connection
from the TestPad to the network your device is connected to.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-out
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-out connections” on
page 83.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-in
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-in connections” on
page 85.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a LAN connection, see
“Establishing LAN connections” on page 87.
2Launch an FTP session on your device.
3Connect to the TestPad’s FTP server by specifying the following
parameters:
–Server name: TestPad’s computer name (see “Deter-
mining the TestPad’s IP address or computer name” on
page 70).
– Login: acterna
– Password: acterna
You are connected to the TestPad’s FTP server, and you can copy and
paste files to and from the TestPad.
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Chapter 3
Serial and Network Connections
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for establishing serial
and network connections to the TestPad. Topics discussed in this
chapter are as follows:
–“About serial and network connections” on page 80
–“Requirements for serial and network connections” on page 80
–“Establishing serial connections” on page 81
–“Establishing modem dial-out connections” on page 83
–“Establishing modem dial-in connections” on page 85
–“Establishing LAN connections” on page 87
–“Establishing IP socket connections” on page 90
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About serial and network connections
You can establish serial and network connections to the TestPad,
enabling you to use a variety of tools such as VT100, the Web browser,
VNC Viewer, and FTP. When you establish serial and network connec-
tions, you must specify connection parameters using the options
provided on the Connectivity tab (see Figure 12). The tab is displayed
by selecting the Connectivity option from the Tools menu.
Requirements for serial and network connections
To establish modem dial-out, modem dial-in, LAN, USB direct, and IP
socket network connections, you must purchase the Networking
option and the associated connectivity accessories required for the
connection.
You do not need to purchase the Networking option to establish serial
connections to the TestPad; however, you may need to purchase
connectivity accessories.
Figure 12 Connectivity tab
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For descriptions of the connectivity accessories offered as accesso-
ries by Acterna, see Table 3 on page 12.
Establishing serial connections
You can establish a serial connection from a laptop or PC to a TestPad
using a serial PCMCIA card or a serial cable (connected to the serial
port of the Y cable).
After you establish a serial connection, you can do the following:
– Emulate a VT100 terminal (see “Emulating a VT100 terminal” on
page 69).
– Issue remote control commands (see Appendix B).
To establish a serial connection
1Insert the PCMCIA serial card into a PCMCIA card slot on the
TestPad, or connect the Y cable to the USB/Serial port.
2Do one of the following:
– If you are connecting via a serial PCMCIA card, connect a DB-
9 female connector on the serial null modem cable to the
connector on the cable attached to the card.
– If you are connecting via the Y cable, connect a DB-9 female
connector on the serial null modem cable to the serial
connector of the Y cable.
3Connect the end of the serial null modem cable to the serial port of
the laptop or PC.
4Do one of the following:
– If you are establishing the connection to emulate a VT100
terminal, see “Emulating a VT100 terminal” on page 69.
– If you are establishing the connection to allow a user to issue
remote control commands or run the Remote GUI, proceed to
step 5.
5On the TestPad, select Tools > Connectivity > Serial Remote
Command Line.
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The Serial Command Line dialog box appears.
6If a serial card is inserted in the TestPad and the Y cable is
connected to the USB/Serial port, you must select the serial
device you are using to establish the connection.
– To establish a connection using a serial card, select Serial
Card.
– To establish a connection using the serial port of the Y cable,
select Serial Port.
7Specify the parameters for the connection, and then select OK.
Default values for each of the settings are as follows:
– Baud rate: 9600
– Data bits: 8
– Parity: None
– Stop bits: None
– Flow control: None
The connection is established.
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Establishing modem dial-out connections
Establishing a modem dial-out connection from the TestPad involves
inserting the PCMCIA analog modem card into a PCMCIA card slot,
configuring the modem dial-out parameters, and then connecting the
PCMCIA card to a phone jack using the supplied RJ-11 phone cable.
Finally, you dial out to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). This estab-
lishes the modem dial-out connection.
You must have access to a PSTN network for a modem dial-out
connection.
After you establish a dial-out connection, you can do the following:
– Launch the Web browser (see “Launching the Web browser” on
page 68).
– Run the Remote GUI (see “Using the Remote GUI” on page 69).
– Transfer files using FTP (see “Copying and pasting files” on
page 75).
– Establish an IP socket connection to the TestPad (see “Estab-
lishing IP socket connections” on page 90), and then issue remote
control commands (see Appendix B).
To establish a modem dial-out connection
1Insert the PCMCIA modem card into a PCMCIA card slot on the
Te s t P ad .
2Connect the PCMCIA modem card to a phone jack using the
supplied RJ-11 phone cable.
3On the TestPad, select Tools > Connectivity > Modem Dial Out
Network.
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The Modem Dial-out dialog box appears.
4Specify the following dial-out parameters:
aIn Dial Out Device, select one of the available devices.
bTo set the IP address, do one of the following:
– To allow a server to assign the IP address, select Server
assigned IP address.
– To manually assign the IP address, select Specify an IP
address, and then type the address in IP Address.
cTo set the DNS address, do one of the following:
– To allow a DNS server to assign the DNS address, select
Server assigned DNS address.
– To manually assign the DNS address, select Specify a
DNS address, and then type the address in DNS Address.
dIn Phone #, type the dial-out phone number.
eIn Username, type your ISP username.
fIn Password, type your ISP password.
5Select Dial to establish the connection.
The modem dial-out connection is established.
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Establishing modem dial-in connections
Establishing a modem dial-in connection to the TestPad involves
inserting a PCMCIA analog modem card into a PCMCIA card slot on
the TestPad, configuring the modem dial-in parameters, and then
connecting the PCMCIA modem card to a phone jack using the
supplied RJ-11 phone cable. Finally, you dial-in to the TestPad.
You must have access to a PSTN network for a modem dial-in connec-
tion.
After you establish a dial-in connection, you can do the following:
– Run the Remote GUI (see “Using the Remote GUI” on page 69).
– Transfer files using FTP (see “Copying and pasting files” on
page 75).
– Establish an IP socket connection to the TestPad (see “Estab-
lishing IP socket connections” on page 90), and then issue remote
control commands (see Appendix B).
To establish a modem dial-in connection
1Insert the PCMCIA analog modem card into a PCMCIA card slot
on the TestPad.
2Connect the PCMCIA modem card to a phone jack using the
supplied RJ-11 phone cable.
3On the TestPad, select Tools > Connectivity > Dial In Network.
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The Dial-in Network dialog box appears.
4To specify the dial-in parameters, do the following:
aIn Dial In Device, select one of the available dial-in devices.
bTo set the TCP/IP client address, do one of the following:
– To allow DHCP to assign the address, select Use DHCP to
assign remote TCP/IP client addresses.
– To use a static address pool, select Use static address
pool, and then type the range of addresses in the Begin
and End fields.
5From the remote device, dial into the TestPad. When you are
prompted to log on to the TestPad, type the following username
and password:
– Username: acterna
– Password: acterna
Be certain to type the username and password in lowercase.
You are connected to the TestPad.
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Establishing LAN connections
You can establish a LAN connection from the TestPad to a network via
an Ethernet connection, or directly to another computer via an
Ethernet, 802.11, Bluetooth, or USB direct connection. If you are
connecting to a network with Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
(DHCP), you can let DHCP assign a TCP/IP client address, or you can
use a static address pool and assign a range of valid addresses.
Tab l e 8 lists the technologies and requirements for network and direct
connections.
After you establish a LAN connection to a network or another
computer, you can do the following:
– Run the Remote GUI (see “Using the Remote GUI” on page 69).
– Transfer files using FTP (see “Copying and pasting files” on
page 75).
– Establish an IP socket connection to the TestPad (see “Estab-
lishing IP socket connections” on page 90), and then issue remote
control commands (see Appendix B).
Table 8 LAN connections
Connection Technology Requirements
Network Ethernet – Ethernet network
– Ethernet PCMCIA card
– Ethernet LAN cable
Direct Ethernet – Ethernet PCMCIA card
– Ethernet LAN crossover cable
802.11b – 802.11b network
– 802.11b PCMCIA card
Bluetooth – Bluetooth network
– Bluetooth PCMCIA card
USB direct – USB direct connect cable
– Y cable
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– If you establish a LAN connection to a network, you can also
launch the Web browser (see “Launching the Web browser” on
page 68).
To establish a LAN connection
1If you are establishing an Ethernet, 802.11, or Bluetooth connec-
tion, insert the associated PCMCIA card into a PCMCIA card slot
on the TestPad.
2If you are establishing an Ethernet or direct USB connection, do
one of the following:
– To connect to an Ethernet network, connect the Ethernet LAN
cable to the PCMCIA card, and then connect the other end to
the network.
– To connect to a laptop or PC via Ethernet, connect the Ethernet
cross-over cable to the PCMCIA card, and then connect the
other end to the laptop or PC.
– To establish a USB direct connection to a laptop or PC,
connect the Y cable to the TestPad, and then connect one end
of the USB direct connect cable to the USB connector on the Y
cable and the other end to the laptop or PC.
3On the TestPad, select Tools > Connectivity > Local Area
Network.
WARNING: RISK OF DAMAGE TO UNIT
If you are using Bluetooth to establish a LAN connection, do not
remove the Bluetooth PCMCIA card from the TestPad. If the Test-
Pad is configured for a Bluetooth connection, and you turn the Test-
Pad on without a Bluetooth card in a PCMCIA card slot, the TestPad
will lock up and may require factory service. We recommend leav-
ing the Bluetooth card in the slot at all times.
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The Network Settings dialog box appears.
4To set the TCP/IP client address, do one of the following:
– To allow DHCP to assign the address, select Obtain an IP
address automatically.
– To use a static address, select Use the following IP address,
and then type the IP address in the IP Address, Subnet Mask,
and Default Gateway fields.
5To set the DNS server address, do one of the following:
– To obtain the DNS server address automatically, select Obtain
DNS server address automatically.
– To use a specific DNS server address, select Use the
following DNS server address, and then type the address in
the DNS Server field.
6If you are connecting via Bluetooth or 802.11b, configure your PC
or laptop using the following case-sensitive values:
Connection Parameter Value
Bluetooth Friendly Name TestPad
802.11b SSID TestPad
WEP key FST2k
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The connection is established.
Establishing IP socket connections
You can establish an IP socket connection to the TestPad from a
laptop or PC. Before you establish an IP socket connection to the
TestPad, you must establish a network connection. You should also
identify the IP address of the TestPad (see “Determining the TestPad’s
IP address or computer name” on page 70).
To establish an IP socket connection
1On the TestPad, select Tools > Connectivity > Socket Remote
Command Line.
The Socket Port # dialog box appears.
2In Port #, enter the port number for the connection.
3Establish a network connection to the TestPad.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-out
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-out connections” on
page 83.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a modem dial-in
connection, see “Establishing modem dial-in connections” on
page 85.
– For detailed instructions on establishing a LAN connection, see
“Establishing LAN connections” on page 87.
4On the laptop or PC, launch a terminal emulation application (such
as HyperTerminal).
802.11b (continued) Static IP address 192.168.252.2
Connection Parameter Value
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5Connect using the following parameters:
– TCP/IP (Winsock)
– Port number: Port number (specified in step 2).
– IP address: TestPad’s IP address or computer name
(see “Determining the TestPad’s IP address or computer
name” on page 70).
The connection is established.
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Chapter 4
Basic Testing
This chapter explains basic testing concepts and procedures common
to the tests. Topics discussed in this chapter are as follows:
–“Running a test” on page 94
–“Managing test configurations” on page 107
–“Running test scripts” on page 109
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Running a test
Running a test involves configuring the test, connecting the TestPad to
an access element on the circuit, allowing the TestPad to establish a
link, starting the test, and then viewing test results.
Step 1:
Configuring a test
Before you start a test, you need to configure the test and if necessary,
specify link initialization parameters.
To configure a test
1Select the port for the test you are configuring.
2On the Application Button bar, select the mode, rate and protocol,
and application for the test you want to perform (for example
TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic).
3To configure the test, select SETUP.
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A group of Quick Configuration buttons appears.
4Select Summary to access the setup tabs.
The Summary tab appears with additional setup tabs for the test
you selected.
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5Review the existing configuration on the Summary tab.
– If the existing configuration is correct, select OK to return to the
main window, and then proceed to step 8.
– If the configuration needs to be modified or you need to specify
link initialization parameters for an Ethernet test, proceed to
step 6.
6Select the appropriate setup tabs and specify the parameters
required for the test.
– For details on Ethernet link initialization and test parameters,
refer to Chapter 5 “Ethernet Testing”.
– For details on Fibre Channel test parameters, refer to
Chapter 6 “Fibre Channel Testing”.
7After you specify the parameters for the test configuration, select
OK to store the configuration and return to the main window.
8If you are testing using a second port, repeat step 1 through
step 7.
The test is configured.
Step 2:
Connecting the
TestPad for
testing
After you configure a test (or tests), you are ready to connect the FST-
2802 to an access element (or elements) on the circuit.
When you connect the TestPad to perform 1G Ethernet,
1G Fibre Channel, and 2G Fibre Channel tests, the optical jacks of the
access element dictate the type of fiber cable you need to use to
connect to the TestPad. For example, if the access element has
1310nm (single mode) transmit and receive jacks, you must use a
single mode fiber cable to connect the TestPad to the access element.
The transmit and receive jacks of the GBIC on the TestPad are color
coded to allow you to quickly identify whether the interface provides
1310nm or 850nm capability. Optical fiber cables are also color coded
by wavelength. See Tabl e 9 .
NOTE:
Some setup tabs are available for every test, such as Summary and
Error. Other tabs only appear for a specific operating mode, rate, or
application.
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Connecting to a
splitter to monitor
1G/2G traffic
Using the FST-2802, you can monitor 1G and 2G traffic when the
network is in service using a splitter (see Figure 13).
Table 9 Short and Long wavelength jack and cable colors
Wavelength GBIC Jacks Fiber Cable
1310nm blue yellow
850nm black or beige orange
NOTE:
When performing Ethernet tests on most networks, we recommend
using two TestPads as end stations on the circuit, one at each end.
For some networks, it may be possible to use a hard loopback at
the far end of the network instead of a second TestPad. Consult
your network element specifications to determine if this is possible.
Figure 13 Monitoring traffic using a splitter
FST-2802
PORT 1 PORT 2
1 Gbps / 2 Gbps 1 Gbps / 2 Gbps
10/100 Mbps
TX RX TX RX
Network Access
Element
Switch
Transport
Network
Splitter
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To connect the TestPad to a splitter
1Using the correct cable for the splitter, connect one end of the
cable to the Port 1 RX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to
the TX jack of the splitter.
2Optional. If you want to monitor traffic on Port 2, repeat step 1 for
the second port.
The TestPad is connected.
Connecting to
monitor 1G/2G traffic
in single port THRU
mode
You can also monitor 1G and 2G traffic on a circuit in THRU mode.
Figure 14 illustrates the connection for monitoring 1G Ethernet,
1G Fibre Channel, or 2G Fibre Channel traffic in THRU mode using a
single port.
Figure 14 Monitoring 1G or 2G traffic in Single Port THRU
mode
Network Access
Element
Switch
Transport
Network
FST-2802
PORT 1
1 Gbps / 2 Gbps 10/100 Mbps
TX RX !
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To monitor 1G Ethernet, 1G Fibre Channel, or 2G Fibre Channel traffic in
single port THRU mode
1Using the correct cable for the switch, connect one end of the
cable to the TX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the RX
jack of the switch.
2Using the correct cable for the network access element, connect
one end of the cable to the RX jack of the TestPad, and the other
end to the TX jack of the network access element.
The TestPad is connected.
Connecting to
monitor 1G/2G traffic
in dual port THRU
mode
If your FST-2802 has dual ports, you can monitor full duplex
1G Ethernet, 1G Fibre Channel, and 2G Fibre Channel traffic from
both directions in dual port THRU mode (see Figure 15 on page 100).
NOTE:
When you configure a test to monitor 1G Ethernet, 1G Fibre Chan-
nel, or 2G Fibre Channel traffic in single port THRU mode, you can
specify that the TestPad should transmit idle frames (the default), or
loop received frames back through the transmitter.
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When you monitor traffic in dual port THRU mode, the application
configures the TestPad to pass traffic through from the Port 1 receiver
to the Port 2 transmitter, and the traffic from the Port 2 receiver to the
Port 1 transmitter.
To monitor 1G Ethernet, 1G Fibre Channel, or 2G Fibre Channel traffic in
dual port THRU mode
1Using the correct cable for the switch, connect one end of the
cable to the Port 1 TX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the
RX jack of the switch.
2Using a second cable, connect one end of the cable to the Port 1
RX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the TX jack of the
switch.
3Using the correct cable for the network element, connect one end
of the cable to the Port 2 TX jack of the TestPad, and the other end
to the RX jack of the network element.
4Using a second cable, connect one end of the cable to the Port 2
RX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the TX jack of the
network element.
Figure 15 Monitoring 1G Ethernet, 1G Fibre Channel, or
2G Fibre Channel traffic in dual port THRU mode
Network Access
Element
Switch
Transport
Network
FST-2802
PORT 1 PORT 2
1 Gbps / 2 Gbps 1 Gbps / 2 Gbps
10/100 Mbps
TX RX TX RX
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The TestPad is connected.
Connecting to
monitor 10/100 traffic
in Thru mode
If your FST-2802 has dual ports, you can monitor bidirectional
10/100 Ethernet traffic in THRU mode. Both 10/100 ports are config-
ured as MDI (medium dependent interface) ports; therefore, for some
applications, you may need to use a crossover cable on one of the
ports to convert it to MDI-X (medium dependent interface crossover).
Figure 16 illustrates the connection for monitoring 10/100 Ethernet
traffic in THRU mode.
To monitor 10/100 Ethernet traffic in THRU mode
1Using the correct cable for the switch, connect one end of the
cable to the Port 1 10/100 Mbps jack of the TestPad, and the other
end to the RX jack of the switch.
2Using the correct cable for the network access element, connect
one end of the cable to the TX jack of the network access element,
and the other end to the Port 2 10/100 Mbps jack of the TestPad.
The TestPad is connected.
Figure 16 Monitoring 10/100 Ethernet traffic in THRU mode
Network Access
Element
Switch
Transport
Network
FST-2802
PORT 1 PORT 2
1 Gbps / 2 Gbps 1 Gbps / 2 Gbps
10/100 Mbps
TX RX TX RX
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Connecting for
Ethernet Loopback
testing
Using two FST-2802s, you can generate and transmit Ethernet traffic
from one TestPad, and then loop the traffic back through a second
TestPad on the far end of the circuit. See Figure 17.
To connect the TestPads for an Ethernet loopback test
1Using the correct cable for the access element, connect one end
of the cable to the TX jack of the first TestPad, and the other end
to the RX jack of the access element.
2Connect a second cable from the TX jack of the access element to
the RX jack of the first TestPad.
3On the far end of the circuit, connect one end of a cable to the TX
jack of the access element, and the other end to the RX jack of the
second TestPad.
4Connect a second cable from the TX jack of the second TestPad
to the RX jack of the access element.
5Optional. If you want to perform a second loopback simulta-
neously using Port 2, repeat step 1 through step 4 for Port 2.
The TestPad is connected.
Figure 17 Loopback test using two FST-2802s
PORT 1PORT 2
1 Gbps / 2 Gbps 1 Gbps / 2 Gbps
10/100 Mb p s
TX RX TX RX
PORT 1PORT 2
1 Gb ps / 2 Gbps 1 Gb ps / 2 Gbps
10/100 Mb p s
TX RX TX RX
Near End FST -2802
Transport
Net w or k
Location A
Access Element
Location B
Access Element
Far end F ST -2802 reverses source and dest ination
MAC addresses
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Connecting for Fibre
Channel loopback
testing
If you are performing a Fibre Channel test on an unswitched network,
you can also loop traffic back through a hard loopback at the far end
of the circuit. See Figure 18.
To connect the TestPad for a Fibre Channel loopback test
1On the near end of the circuit, using the correct cable for the
access element, connect one end of the cable to the TX jack of the
TestPad, and the other end to the RX jack of the access element.
2Connect a second cable from the TX jack of the access element to
the RX jack of the first TestPad.
3On the far end of the circuit, establish a hard loopback by
connecting a cable from the TX jack to the RX jack of the access
element.
The TestPad is connected.
Connecting for a dual
port loopback
connection
If you are testing a Fibre Channel circuit or an unswitched Ethernet
circuit using a FST-2802 with two ports, you can also perform a loop-
back using a single FST-2802 by implementing a hard loopback at the
far end of the circuit. See Figure 19.
Figure 18 Loopback test using a hard loopback
FST-2802
PORT 1 PORT 2
1 Gbps / 2 Gbps 1 Gbps / 2 Gbps
10/100 Mbps
TX RX TX RX
Transport
Network
Location A
Access Element
Location B
Access Element
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If you are testing a switched Ethernet circuit, you can implement a
loopback at the far end of the circuit using a single FST-2802 with two
ports.
To connect the TestPads for a dual port loopback test
1Using the correct cable for the line card, connect one end of the
cable to the TX jack of the first port on the TestPad, and the other
end to the RX jack of the first port on the line card.
2Using the correct cable for the line card, connect one end of the
cable to the RX jack of the first port on the TestPad, and the other
end to the TX jack of the first port on the line card.
3Repeat step 1 and step 2 for the second port on the TestPad.
4On the far end of the circuit, establish hard loopbacks from each
customer premise equipment back to the ports on the TestPad.
The TestPad is connected.
Connecting for
end-to-end testing
Using two FST-2802s, you can verify that a provisioned path will carry
traffic from one TestPad to a second TestPad on the far end of a circuit.
Figure 19 Dual port loopback connection
FST-2802
PORT 1 PORT 2
1 Gbps / 2 Gbps 1 Gbps / 2 Gbps
10/100 Mbps
TX RX TX RX
Transport
Network
LINE CARD
CPE
CPE
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To connect the TestPads for an end-to-end test
1Using the correct cable for the access element, connect one end
of the cable to the TX jack of the first TestPad, and the other end
to the RX jack of the access element.
2Connect a second cable from the TX jack of the access element to
the RX jack of the first TestPad.
3On the far end of the circuit, connect one end of a cable to the TX
jack of the access element, and the other end to the RX jack of the
second TestPad.
4Connect a second cable from the TX jack of the second TestPad
to the RX jack of the access element.
5Optional. If you want to perform a second end-to-end test simulta-
neously using Port 2, repeat step 1 through step 4 for Port 2.
The TestPad is connected.
Figure 20 End-to-end test
Trans port
Netw ork
Location A
Access Element
Location B
Access Element
FST -2802
PORT 1PORT 2
1 Gbps / 2 Gbps 1 Gbps / 2 Gbps
10/100 Mbps
TX RX TX RX
FST -2802
PORT 1PORT 2
1 Gbps / 2 Gbps 1 Gb ps / 2 Gbps
10/100 Mbps
TX RX TX RX
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Step 3: Starting a
test
After you configure a test, connect the TestPad to an access element
on the circuit, and allow the TestPad to establish a link (if you are
testing on an Ethernet circuit), you can start the test. Each time you
start a test, the TestPad clears existing alarms, and then starts the test.
To start a test, do one of the following
– Press the Restart key to start the test(s) on each active port.
–Select
Tools > Restart Port 1 or Tools > Restart Port 2 to
start a test on a specific port.
– If you are running the GUI from a remote laptop or PC, select
Tools > Restart Both Ports, Tools > Restart Port 1, or
Tools > Restart Port 2.
The test starts.
Step 4: Viewing
test results
After you connect the TestPad to the circuit and receive a valid signal,
it automatically begins to accumulate results. To view the test results,
set the Result Group and Result Category for each pane. You may
want to do this before you connect the TestPad to the circuit.
To view test results
1On the left results pane, set the Result Group to Port 1 or Port 2.
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2On the left results pane, set the Result Category.
3Repeat step 1 and step 2 for the right results pane.
You can now view results for two different ports and results categories
simultaneously. For result descriptions, refer to Chapter 7 “Test
Results”.
Managing test configurations
The TestPad allows you to define and store up to ten test configura-
tions (setups) for each port. You can then use these test configurations
to run your most common tests.
Storing test
configurations
To store a test configuration
1After you configure your test, select the Tools button, and then
select Store/Recall Setups.
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The Saved Setups dialog box appears.
2If your TestPad has two ports, select Port 1 or Port 2 to display
the existing configurations for the port.
3Select the configuration to replace, and then select Replace.
4Type the name of the configuration to be saved, and then select
OK.
The configuration now appears in the list and is stored.
Loading test
configurations
The TestPad allows you to load a stored test configuration.
To load a test configuration
1Select Tools > Store/Recall Setups.
The Saved Setups dialog box appears.
2If your TestPad has two ports, select Port 1 or Port 2 to display
the configurations for the port.
3Select the configuration you want to load, and then select Load.
4Select Exit.
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The test is set up using the configuration you selected.
Running test scripts
If you purchase and install the 2000-SCR automated test script option,
you can write test scripts using the Tcl/Tk scripting language to auto-
mate your testing processes.
Running a test
script
The AutoMATE option on the Tools Menu provides access to the File
Management screen, from which you can run your automated test
scripts.
To run a script
1Select the Tools > AutoMATE.
NOTE:
If your TestPad has two ports, and you load a saved configuration
for a different protocol, the TestPad displays a message to inform
you that it will load the saved configuration onto both ports. For
example, if both ports on the TestPad are currently setup to test
Ethernet, and you load a saved Fibre Channel configuration onto
Port 1, the TestPad will also load the Fibre Channel configuration
onto Port 2.
NOTE:
Acterna does not provide Tcl/Tk support. For information on Tcl/Tk
scripting, refer to the web sites published by Scriptics.
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The File Management screen appears.
2Select the script you want to run.
3Select Run.
The script begins to run.
Viewing,
renaming, and
deleting script
and results print
files
You can view, delete, and rename test scripts and results print files
from the File Management screen. For detailed instructions on
managing files, see “Viewing, running, deleting, or renaming a file” on
page 75.
NOTE:
You can also run the RFC 2544 script (developed by Acterna) to
automate Ethernet testing. See “Running the RFC 2544 script” on
page 165 for detailed information on the RFC 2544 script.
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Chapter 5
Ethernet Testing
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for performing
Ethernet tests using the TestPad. Topics discussed in this chapter are
as follows:
–“About Ethernet testing” on page 112
–“Ethernet link initialization” on page 112
–“Ethernet traffic” on page 113
–“Out-of-service testing” on page 121
–“In-service testing” on page 174
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About Ethernet testing
Ethernet is a physical (layer 1) and data link (layer 2) technology.
When you perform Ethernet tests using the FST-2802, the TestPad
essentially operates as an Ethernet switch port on a circuit. Ethernet
switches are capable of interpreting Ethernet frames (data); therefore,
you can use the TestPad to ensure physical and data layer integrity by
transmitting and analyzing Ethernet frames.
Ethernet link initialization
Before you transmit and receive traffic (Ethernet frames) over a circuit,
you must initialize an Ethernet link. At a minimum, initializing a link with
a switch that doesn’t use auto-negotiation involves connecting a
TestPad or TestPads (which emulate Ethernet switch ports) to a circuit,
and allowing the TestPad(s) to transmit idle traffic.
Initializing a link with switches on the circuit that use auto-negotiation
involves turning auto-negotiation on the TestPad(s), specifying link
initialization parameters (see “Specifying link initialization parameters”
on page 123), and then connecting the TestPad(s) to the circuit. The
TestPad(s) and switches auto-negotiate their capabilities (see “Auto-
negotiation and flow control” on page 113), and then transmit idle
traffic over the circuit.
The link is considered active after idle traffic is transmitted. Ta b l e 10
illustrates the possible link status for each link partner when auto-
negotiation is on and off.
Table 10 Possible Link Status for Link Partners
Auto-Negotiation Link Status
Switch A Switch B Switch A Switch B
Off Off Active Active
On On Active Active
Off On Active Inactive
On Off Inactive Active
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By default, auto-negotiation is turned off on the TestPad. If you turn
auto-negotiation on, you may need to change the default capabilities
before you connect the TestPad (or TestPads) to the circuit. You may
also turn flow control off and specify the speed and duplex settings for
10/100 traffic (see “Specifying link initialization parameters” on
page 123).
Auto-negotiation
and flow control
After you turn auto-negotiation on and connect a TestPad to a circuit,
the TestPad and the switches on the circuit that have auto-negotiation
on immediately “advertise” their capabilities to each other, and then
negotiate to the highest common capability. For example, Switch A
and B in Tab le 11 advertise and then negotiate to use the following
capabilities:
Ethernet traffic
After the TestPad and the Ethernet switch complete the auto-negotia-
tion process, the Ethernet link is initialized, and the Link Active LED
illuminates on the TestPad. You can now use the FST-2802 to transmit
and analyze Ethernet traffic to verify that the circuit can support stan-
dard Ethernet frames.
Table 11 Negotiated Capabilities of Switch A and Switch B
Capability Switch A Switch B Negotiated Capability
Pause Both Tx and Rx Neither Neither
Full Duplex Yes Yes Yes
Half Duplex Yes Yes Yes
NOTE:
By default, auto-negotiation is off on the FST-2802. If the Ethernet
devices on the circuit do not support auto-negotiation, leave auto-
negotiation off.
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Before you start testing, you can optionally specify the traffic load type
for the traffic (see “Traffic loads” on page 117). You can also optionally
define profiles for the traffic which specify, at the field level, the char-
acteristics of the transmitted and received frames (see “Traffic profiles”
on page 120).
Because the FST-2802 emulates an Ethernet switch port, for most
networks, we recommend using two TestPads as end stations on the
circuit (one TestPad at each end). For a detailed explanation of
Ethernet switching, see “Ethernet switching” on page 115.
Ethernet frame
formats
Ethernet frames are variable length frames ranging in size from 64 to
1518 bytes (excluding the preamble). When you configure tests for the
FST-2802, you specify one of two frame formats: DIX or 802.3.
DIX frames
Figure 21 illustrates the structure of a DIX frame. Overhead fields are
a fixed-length; the payload field can range in size from 46 to 1500
bytes.
Each DIX frame is comprised of the following fields:
–Preamble/SFD. Data that allows the receiver to synchronize with
the incoming transmissions and locate the start of an Ethernet
frame. The SFD (Start of Frame Delimiter) indicates that the desti-
nation address of the frame is about to begin.
–Destination address. Address of the network element the frame
is being transmitted to.
–Source address. Address of the network element originating the
frame.
–Type. The type of Layer 3 protocol in the payload of the frame.
Figure 21 Ethernet DIX frame
Destination
Address
Source
Address Type Data (Payload) FCS
66 2 46-1500 4
#
b
y
t
es:
Preamble
8
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–Payload. The actual information being transmitted in the frame (all
other fields are considered overhead).
–FCS. Frame Check Sequence. A value calculated by the origi-
nating device and inserted into the frame. The receiving device
performs the same calculation, and compares its FCS value with
the FCS value in the frame. If the values don’t match (suggesting
the frame is errored), an FCS error is declared. Switching devices
will discard the frame.
802.3 frames
The FST-2802 can also transmit 802.3 frames (illustrated in Figure 28
on page 160). A Length field replaces the Type field of a DIX frame,
and simply indicates the length of the data payload in bytes.
VLAN tagged frames
If you purchase the VLAN Tagging option, you can transmit and
analyze virtual LAN (VLAN) tagged DIX or 802.3 frames, which include
an additional VLAN field. The VLAN field contains the protocol ID,
priority, and VLAN ID. In Ethernet, the protocol ID is fixed at 81-00
hexadecimal.
Figure 22 on page 115 illustrates the structure of a VLAN tagged
Ethernet frame.
Ethernet
switching
In general, many out-of-service tests can be performed using a single
TestPad. The TestPad generates traffic, and using a hard loopback at
the far end of the circuit, the traffic is returned to the TestPad. The
TestPad then analyzes the traffic for integrity. In a switched (layer 2)
Ethernet network, this test methodology does not work because of the
way Ethernet switches handle traffic.
Figure 22 Ethernet frame with VLAN tag
Destination
Address
Source
Address
Length/
Type Data (Payload) FCS
66 2 46-1500 4
# bytes:
Preamble
84
VLAN
(protocol ID,
priority, VLAN ID)
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Before you transmit traffic for a test using a hard loopback, you
configure the outgoing traffic using a destination address that matches
the source address of the transmitting port on the TestPad so that all
traffic leaving the port returns to the port. When an Ethernet switch
receives a frame on Port A from a TestPad port with source address
00404D000001, the switch remembers that because traffic generated
from source address 00404D000001 comes in on Port A, all future
traffic with destination address 00404D000001 should also be
forwarded to Port A. However, if the switch then receives the frame
from Port B with a source address of 00404D000001, the switch
assumes that source address 00404D000001 comes in via Port A, and
therefore, the frame has already been received. The switch decides
the frame must be errored and discards the frame (see Figure 23 on
page 116).
Due to this function of Ethernet switches, a second FST-2802 must be
used on the far end of the circuit instead of a hard loopback. The traffic
originating port on the TestPad (for example, source address
00404D000001) sends the frame with a source address of
00404D000001 to the far end TestPad port’s destination address (for
example, source address 00404D000002). Then, the TestPad on the
far end swaps the destination address and the source address,
ensuring the frame is returned to the originating TestPad port (see
Figure 24 on page 117).
Figure 23 Hard loopback on a network with Layer 2 switches
(MAC address 00404D000001)
Discarded Frame
If the swit ch receives a frame from B to A
with a destinat ion address of
00404D000001, the switch discards t he
frame.
DA=00404D000001
SA=00404D000001
FST -2802
PORT 1PORT 2
1 Gb ps / 2 Gbps 1 Gbps / 2 Gbps
10/100 Mbps
TX RX TX RX
Ethernet Device
RXTX
Ethernet Sw itch
AB
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Traffic loads
By default, the FST-2802 transmits traffic in a constant load. You can
also optionally transmit Ethernet and Fibre Channel traffic in a bursty
or ramp load by configuring the load on the Traffic tab (see “Config-
uring the traffic load” on page 128).
Figure 24 Loopback application using two FST-2802s
Ethernet Sw itch
AB
DA=00404D000001
SA=00404D000002
FST-2802 swaps the f rame’s source and dest ination address bef ore
looping the frame back to port B.
FST -2802
(MAC address 00404D00002)
(MAC address 00404D000001)
FST -2802
PORT 1PORT 2
1 Gb ps / 2 Gbps 1 Gbps / 2 Gb ps
10/100 Mbps
TX RX TX RX
PORT 1PORT 2
1 Gbps / 2 Gbps 1 Gb ps / 2 Gbps
10/100 Mb p s
TX RX TX RX
DA=00404D000002
SA=00404D000001
NOTE:
Constant, Bursty, and Ramped traffic loads do not apply when you
transmit ping packets or test patterns. When you configure the FST-
2802 to transmit ping traffic, you can send a single, multiple, or con-
tinuous stream of ping packets. When you configure the FST-2802
to transmit test patterns, the test patterns are transmitted continu-
ously.
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Constant traffic
When the TestPad transmits a constant load of traffic, frames are
transmitted constantly at the bandwidth you specify when you
configure your test. See Figure 25.
When you setup a constant traffic load, you can specify the bandwidth
as a percentage of the line rate (%BW) or in total Mbps.
Bursty traffic
When the TestPad transmits bursty traffic, frames are transmitted at
100% bandwidth, followed by no frame transmissions for a specific
time interval. See Figure 26.
When you configure bursty traffic, you can specify the burst bandwidth
as a percentage of the line rate, or by specifying the burst gap interval.
If you specify the burst bandwidth as a percentage of the line rate, and
then specify the number of frames per burst, the TestPad automatically
calculates the burst gap for you.
Figure 25 Constant traffic
Bandwidth
(configurable
either as %
or in Mbps)
Time
Figure 26 Bursty traffic
Time
Gap between bursts
Bandwidth
100%
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You can also specify the number of bursts (fixed or continuous) for
bursty traffic. The maximum number of fixed bursts is 65,535. If you
select a BERT pattern for the traffic payload (in the transmit profile),
you can specify the frame size (fixed or random).
Ramped traffic
When the TestPad transmits ramped traffic, frames are transmitted at
a user-specified percentage of bandwidth for a user-specified time
interval. After the time interval expires, the bandwidth is increased by
the percentage specified and the process is repeated. This allows you
to easily verify the maximum throughput of a link. See Figure 27.
For example, if you specify a time step of 10 seconds, and a load step
of 5% bandwidth, every ten seconds the TestPad will increase the
traffic by an additional 5% of the line rate.
You can also specify criteria to tell the TestPad to stop ramping if an
error (or errors) occur in a load step. For example, you can set up the
ramp load to stop ramping if a single errored frame or dropped frame
occurs during a load step. For Ethernet traffic, you can also set up the
ramp load to stop ramping traffic if a single pause frame occurs in a
load step. This allows you to determine the threshold at which errors
occur on a specific link.
Figure 27 Ramp traffic
Time
Bandwidth
Time step
Load step
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Traffic profiles
When you configure the FST-2802 to generate or monitor traffic, you
can specify the frame characteristics of the traffic by defining a
transmit or receive profile.
Transmit profiles
When you set up the TestPad, you can optionally define up to three
transmit profiles to specify at the field level the characteristics of trans-
mitted Ethernet frames such as the destination address for the traffic,
the frame format, and the frame length. Before you transmit Ethernet
traffic, you select the appropriate profile for your test.
Although the payload is not part of the transmit profile, you also specify
the payload for the frames on the Tx Profiles tab.
If you purchase the VLAN tagging option, you can setup the profile to
transmit tagged frames.
A fourth profile is available for loopback tests using two FST-2802’s.
When you perform a loopback test using the Loop Up button on the
traffic originating FST-2802, the destination address in the loopback
profile is populated automatically. See “Defining transmit profiles” on
page 136 for details on defining a transmit profile.
Receive profiles
Before you monitor, terminate, or loopback Ethernet traffic, you can
optionally define or select a receive profile to filter the traffic. You can
then view results for the filtered traffic on the Results Display in the
Filter Stats and Filter Counts result categories. See “Defining receive
profiles” on page 133 for details on defining a receive profile.
NOTE:
When you configure the FST-2802 to transmit ping packets or test
patterns, you do not need to define a profile.
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Out-of-service testing
Using the FST-2802, you can generate and analyze Ethernet traffic
when the network is out of service. To perform out-of-service tests,
you first establish connectivity, and then transmit Ethernet traffic
(generated from a TestPad) over a circuit.
Establishing
connectivity
Establishing connectivity involves connecting a TestPad (or TestPads)
to an access element on a circuit. If an Ethernet device is on the circuit,
and the TestPad is set up for auto-negotiation, the TestPad and the
device automatically go through the auto-negotiation process (see
“Auto-negotiation and flow control” on page 113). After auto-negotia-
tion is complete, an Ethernet link is established, and idle traffic is trans-
mitted over the circuit.
To establish connectivity
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port you are establishing
connectivity for; otherwise, proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions for the port:
–TERM > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 3 PING
–THRU > 10/100 Ethernet
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 1 BERT
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Patterns
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 3 PING
–THRU > 1G Ethernet > Layer 1 BERT
–THRU > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–THRU > 1G IP Over Ethernet
NOTE:
Bandwidth transmission is accurate within ±2% if the frame size is
≤120 bytes or the utilization is ≥80%. Otherwise, bandwidth trans-
mission is accurate within ±1%.
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3If you need to turn auto-negotiation on, change the default capabil-
ities, turn flow control off, or specify 10/100 Ethernet speed or
duplex settings, specify the link initialization parameters (see
“Specifying link initialization parameters” on page 123).
– If you want to establish connectivity for a second port, select
the port, and then repeat step 2 and step 3.
4Using the correct cable for the access element, connect one end
of the cable to the TX jack of the first TestPad, and the other end
to the RX jack of the access element.
– If you are establishing connectivity for a second port, repeat
this step for the second port.
5Connect a second cable from the TX jack of the access element to
the RX jack of the first TestPad.
– If you are establishing connectivity for a second port, repeat
this step for the second port.
6If you are establishing connectivity for a 1G Ethernet test, verify
that a signal is present by checking the SIGNAL LED on the front
panel for each active port. If the LED is illuminated, a signal is
present.
7If another Ethernet device is on the circuit, verify that the TestPad
has obtained synchronization by checking the SYNC LED for each
active port. If the LED is illuminated, the TestPad has obtained
synchronization.
8If you are establishing connectivity for a 1G Ethernet test, select
Laser OFF to turn the laser on for the currently selected port. The
Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
– If you are establishing connectivity for a second port, select the
other port, and then select Laser OFF to turn the laser on for
the second port.
9If you turned auto-negotiation on, allow the TestPad and the
access element to auto-negotiate their capabilities for each active
port.
NOTE:
Auto-negotiation must be off when you transmit patterns; therefore,
the TestPad automatically turns Auto-Negotiation off when you con-
figure a pattern test.
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10 Verify that the link is established for each active port by checking
the LINK ACTIVE LED on the front panel. If the LED is illuminated,
the link is established for the port.
Specifying link
initialization
parameters
When you specify link initialization parameters, you can:
– Turn flow control off to ignore pause frames sent to the TestPad by
devices at the far end of a circuit.
– Specify the speed and duplex settings for 10/100 Ethernet traffic.
– Turn auto-negotiation on to tell the TestPad to negotiate its capa-
bilities with another switch before transmitting idle traffic. If you
need to validate the auto-negotiation capabilities of the switch you
are negotiating with, you can change each of the TestPad’s default
capabilities.
To specify link initialization parameters
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port you are specifying
parameters for; otherwise, proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions for the port:
–TERM > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 3 PING
–THRU > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 1 BERT
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Patterns
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 3 PING
NOTE:
The FST-2802 does not support auto-negotiation when testing 1G
Ethernet on copper links. If you insert a copper GBIC into the Test-
Pad while auto-negotiation is on, a message appears informing you
that auto-negotiation is not supported.
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3Select SETUP > Link Init.
4If you are configuring the link for 10/100 Ethernet, do the following:
NOTE:
The Speed and Duplex parameters only appear on the Link Init tab
when you configure a link for 10/100 Ethernet traffic.
To… Do this…
Turn auto-negotiation on – Under AutoNeg, select On. The
AutoNeg button appears.
– By default, the TestPad advertises
it is capable of transmitting and
receiving Full and Half duplex traf-
fic for both 100 Base Tx and 10
Base T. If you need to change the
default capabilities, select
AutoNeg. A dialog box with auto-
negotiation capabilities appears.
– Select the capabilities for 100
Base Tx and 10 Base T.
– Proceed to step 7.
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5If you are configuring the link for 1G Ethernet, do the following:
Turn auto-negotiation off – Under AutoNeg, select Off.
– Specify the speed (10 or 100) and
duplex (Half or Full) settings.
– Proceed to step 7.
Turn flow control off Under Flow Control, select Off.
To… Do this…
Turn auto-negotiation on – Under AutoNeg, select On. The
AutoNeg button appears.
– By default, the TestPad advertises
it is capable of transmitting and
interpreting received pause
frames, and it advertises both full
and half-duplex transmission. If
you need to change the default
capabilities, select AutoNeg. A
dialog box with auto-negotiation
capabilities appears.
– Proceed to step 6.
Turn auto-negotiation off Under AutoNeg, select Off.
Turn flow control off Under Flow Control, select Off.
To… Do this…
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6If you turned auto-negotiation on and selected AutoNeg in step 5,
a window appears listing the 1G Ethernet auto-negotiation capa-
bilities.
If you need to change the default settings, do one or more of the
following:
To… Select…
Change FDX
capability
Yes: If you select Yes, the TestPad will support
full-duplex (bi-directional) transmission. Yes is
the default FDX capable setting.
No: If you select No, the TestPad will not support
full-duplex transmission.
Change HDX
capability
Yes: If you select Yes, the TestPad will advertise
half-duplex transmission. Yes is the default HDX
capable setting.
No: If you select No, the TestPad will not adver-
tise half-duplex transmission.
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7Select OK to return to the main window.
8Optional. If you want to specify link initialization parameters for a
second port, select the port, and then repeat step 2 through
step 7.
The link initialization parameters are defined.
Troubleshooting
1G connectivity
The inside green LEDs for SIGNAL, SYNC, and LINK ACTIVE illumi-
nate sequentially when the TestPad detects a signal, obtains synchro-
nization, and then recognizes a link is active. All three LEDs must
illuminate to indicate you have established connectivity.
Tabl e 1 2 lists symptoms and potential issues with devices on the
circuit which prevent the link from being established.
Change pause
capability
Neither: If you select Neither, the TestPad will
advertise it is not capable of transmitting or
receiving (interpreting) pause frames.
Both: If you select Both, the TestPad will adver-
tise a capability to transmit and receive (inter-
pret) pause frames. Both is the default pause
capable setting.
Tx Only: If you select Tx Only, the TestPad will
advertise it is capable of transmitting pause
frames, but it is not capable of receiving (inter-
preting) pause frames.
Rx Only: If you select Rx Only, the TestPad will
advertise it is capable of receiving (interpreting)
pause frames, but it is not capable of transmit-
ting pause frames.
To… Select…
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Configuring the
traffic load
By default, the FST-2802 transmits a constant load of traffic at 100%.
You can optionally configure the FST-2802 to transmit a different
constant load, or bursty or ramped traffic. See “Traffic loads” on
page 117 for a detailed description of each load type.
Table 12 Troubleshooting 1G connectivity
Symptom… Potential issues…
SIGNAL does not illumi-
nate
– The access device transmitter is off or
faulty. Verify the optical power level
coming into the device from the net-
work.
– The GBIC is not properly seated. Verify
that the “GBIC detected” result appears
in the Summary result category. If “Not
Detected” appears, reseat the GBIC.
SIGNAL illuminates, but
SYNC does not illuminate
– The far end TestPad is not connected
to the circuit.
– The near end element on the network
side has a faulty receiver, or the far end
element on the network side has a
faulty transmitter.
SIGNAL and SYNC illumi-
nate, but LINK ACTIVE
does not illuminate
– The far end TestPad is not acquiring
synchronization.
– The far end TestPad is acquiring syn-
chronization; however, there is a prob-
lem with auto-negotiation. Verify that
auto-negotiation is turned ON on both
devices with at least one common
capability or OFF on both devices.
– You have configured the TestPad(s) for
an Unframed (Layer 1) BERT test. The
LINK ACTIVE LED does not illuminate
when performing this test.
NOTE:
You do not need to configure the traffic load for ping, 1G pattern, or
BER pattern tests; the FST-2802 automatically configures the traffic
load for you.
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To configure the traffic load
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port you are configuring
the traffic load for; otherwise, proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–TERM > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
3Select SETUP > Traffic.
4Under Load Type, select one of the following:
To transmit Select
A constant load of traffic Const, and then proceed to step 5 on
page 130.
A bursty load of traffic Bursty, and then proceed to step 6 on
page 131.
A ramped load of traffic Ramp, and then proceed to step 7 on
page 132.
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5If you selected Const in step 4, you can specify the bandwidth as
a percentage of the line rate, or in Mbps.
To configure a constant load, do the following:
aUnder Load Unit, select %BW to specify the bandwidth as a
percentage of the line rate, or Mbps to specify the bandwidth in
total Mbps.
bIn Const Load, type the percentage or Mbps.
cProceed to step 8 on page 133.
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6If you selected Bursty in step 4, you can specify the burst band-
width as a percentage of the line rate, or by specifying the burst
gap interval.
To configure a bursty load, under Burst Config, do the following:
aSelect one of the following:
bIf you are transmitting a BERT pattern in the payload of the
frames, under Frame Size, select Fixed or Random.
cUnder No of Bursts, select Fixed, and then specify the fixed
number of bursts (up to 65,535), or select Continuous.
To… Select…
Specify the gap between
bursts
Burst Gap, and then do the
following:
– Select the time interval
(sec, msec, usec, or nsec)
– Type the gap and burst
times in the corresponding
fields.
Specify the load as a percent-
age of the bandwidth
%BW, and then type the load
and frames per burst (up to
16,500,000) in the correspond-
ing fields.
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dProceed to step 8 on page 133.
7If you selected Ramp in step 4, you must specify a percentage of
bandwidth and a time interval for each step in the ramp.
To specify the ramp traffic parameters, do the following:
aIn Time Step (sec), type the number of seconds to transmit
each step in the ramp.
bIn Load Step (%BW), type the percentage of bandwidth to
transmit for each step in the ramp.
cOptional. If you want to stop the load from ramping when a
specific number of errored frames, pause frames (for Ethernet
tests only), or dropped frames occur in a step, under Stop Load
Increment, select the corresponding option, and then type the
number of frames in a step which will stop the ramp.
The TestPad will continue to transmit traffic when the ramp
stops; however, the traffic bandwidth will not be incremented. A
message will appear in the message display to let you know the
ramp was halted.
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dProceed to step 8 on page 133.
8Select OK to return to the main window, or select another tab to
continue configuring your test.
9Optional. If you want to configure the traffic load for a second port,
select the port, and then repeat step 2 through step 8.
The traffic load is configured.
Defining receive
profiles
Defining a receive profile involves selecting the profile to define, and
then specifying the characteristics of the frames you want to monitor.
You can define up to four receive profiles on the Rx Profiles setup tab.
To define a receive profile
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the profile; other-
wise, proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–MON > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–THRU > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic (dual port units
only)
–TERM > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–MON > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–THRU > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic (dual port units only)
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
NOTE:
If you select Dropped Frames as the trigger, you must loop up the
far-end FST-2802 to receive valid results. If you do not loop up the
far-end FST-2802, and you select the Dropped Frames trigger, the
ramp will stop soon after it starts because the near-end FST-2802
will compare the number of frames transmitted to the number of
frames received to determine whether frames were dropped. In
other words, the ramp will stop because the test is not configured
properly; not because elements in the network dropped the frames.
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3Select SETUP > Rx Profiles.
4If you are filtering traffic with a BERT pattern in the payload, under
Rx Payload, select Tx = Rx to monitor traffic with the same BERT
pattern specified in the Transmit (Tx) profile, or select a BERT
pattern for the filter.
5Under Settings, in Profiles, select the profile you want to define.
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6Specify the frame characteristics for the traffic filtered using the
profile.
In… Do this…
DA Type – If you want to monitor frames sent to a sin-
gle destination address and network
device, select Unicast, and then type the
destination address in Dest Address
using a 6 byte hexadecimal format.
– If you want to monitor frames sent to a sin-
gle destination address which then distrib-
utes the frames to multiple network
devices, each with its own destination
address, select Multicast, and then spec-
ify the destination address using a 6 byte
hexadecimal format.
– If you want to monitor frames sent to all
network devices on the link, select Broad-
cast.
– If you want to monitor all frames regard-
less of their destination address type,
select Don’t Care.
SA – If you want to monitor frames sent from a
specific source address, select Yes, and
then type the source address in Source
Address using a 6 byte hexadecimal for-
mat.
– If you want to monitor all frames regard-
less of their source address, select Don’t
Care.
Frame – If you want to monitor DIX frames, select
DIX, and then specify the DIX protocol
using a 2 byte hexadecimal format.
– If you want to monitor 802.3 frames, select
802.3, and then specify the data length.
– If you want to monitor all frames regard-
less of their format, select Don’t Care.
NOTE: If you purchased the VLAN Tagging
option, you must select Tagged or Non-
Tagged for the VLAN Tag filter to specify a
frame type for the Frame filter.
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7Select OK.
8Optional. If you want to define a receive profile for a second port,
select the port, and then repeat step 2 through step 7.
The profile is stored and the main window appears.
Defining transmit
profiles
Defining a transmit profile involves selecting the profile to define, and
then specifying the characteristics for each frame the TestPad trans-
mits using the profile. Although the frame payload is not part of the
profile, you also select the type of payload to transmit (Acterna or
BERT) on the Tx Profiles tab.
To define a transmit profile
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the profile; other-
wise, proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–TERM > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
VLAN Tag – If you want to monitor tagged frames,
select Tagged, and then specify the VLAN
ID and User Priority using a decimal for-
mat. If you want to monitor all VLAN
tagged frames regardless of their User Pri-
ority, select Don’t Care as the User Prior-
ity filter value.
– If you want to monitor non-tagged frames,
select Non-Tagged.
– If you want to monitor all frames regard-
less of their tagged status, select Don’t
Care. If you select Don’t Care, the TestPad
automatically sets the frame type for the
profile to Don’t Care.
NOTE: The VLAN Tag field only appears if you
purchased the VLAN Tagging option for the
FST-2802.
In… Do this…
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3Select SETUP > Tx Profiles.
4Under Payload, select one of the following:
–Acterna. To transmit frames with a time stamp and sequence
number, select Acterna. You must select an Acterna payload
to measure round trip delay and count lost frames.
–BERT Pattern. To populate the payload by repeating a specific
BER pattern, select BERT Pattern, and then select 2^23-1, Inv
2^23-1, 2^31-1, Inv 2^31-1, ALL ONES, ALL ZEROS, or
USER DEFINED. If you selected USER DEFINED, type the
user defined BER pattern using a 4 byte hexadecimal format.
You must select the BERT Pattern payload to perform BER
testing on a switched (layer 2) network (see “BER testing on
switched (layer 2) networks” on page 146).
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5Under Settings, in Profiles, select the profile you want to define,
and then specify the frame characteristics for the traffic trans-
mitted using the profile.
In… Do this…
DA Type Select the type of transmission for the frames
transmitted using the profile:
– Unicast (to a single destination address
and network device)
–Multicast (to a single destination address
which then distributes the frames to multi-
ple network devices, each with its own
destination address)
–Broadcast (to all network devices on the
link)
Dest Address Type the destination address for Unicast or
Multicast transmissions. Enter the destination
address in a 6 byte hexadecimal format. No
destination address is required for Broadcast
transmissions.
Frame Select the frame format (802.3 or DIX). The
default format is DIX.
Protocol Type the protocol ID for the data in the frames
using a 2 byte hexadecimal format.
NOTE: When transmitting Acterna payload
frames, the EtherType is automatically set to
x0800 and cannot be changed.
VLAN Tag – If you want to transmit tagged frames,
select Tagged, and then specify the VLAN
ID and User Priority using a decimal for-
mat.
– If you want to transmit non-tagged frames,
select Non-Tagged.
NOTE: The VLAN Tag field only appears if
you purchased the VLAN Tagging option for
the FST-2802.
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6Select OK.
7Optional. If you want to define a transmit profile for a second port,
select the port, and then repeat step 2 through step 6.
The profile is stored and the main window appears.
End-to-end testing
End-to-end testing allows you to verify that a provisioned path will
carry Ethernet traffic generated from one TestPad to a second TestPad
on the far end of a circuit. See Figure 20 on page 105 for an illustration
of end-to-end testing.
When you perform an end-to-end test on a switched (layer 2) Ethernet
network, you must specify the far end TestPad port’s source address
as the destination address for traffic generated by the first TestPad,
and you must specify the first TestPad port’s source address as the
destination address for traffic generated by the far end TestPad.
Length Select the frame length by selecting the arrow
to the right of the field to display a drop-down
menu of lengths appears. The default length
is 64 bytes. You can select:
– An RFC 2544 recommended length (64,
128, 256, 512, 1024, 1280, or 1518).
–User Defined, and then specify a length
ranging from 64 to 1518 bytes (or 64 to
1522 bytes for VLAN tagged frames).
–Jumbo Frame, and then specify a length
ranging from 1519 to 10,000 bytes (or
1523 to 10,000 bytes for VLAN tagged
frames).
In… Do this…
NOTE:
You can easily determine the factory-assigned (default) source
address and the user-assigned source address for a TestPad port
by displaying the Summary tab. The addresses appear in the
Default Source Address and User Source Address fields.
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In a point-to-point unswitched (layer 1) network, you do not have to
specify the source address and destination addresses for the TestPad
ports.
To perform an end-to-end test
1Establish connectivity (see “Establishing connectivity” on
page 121), and then do one of the following.
– If you are performing the test on a switched Ethernet network,
proceed to step 2.
– If you are performing the test on an unswitched point-to-point
network, proceed to step 5 on page 142.
2Select SETUP > Tx Profiles.
3Under Payload, select one of the following:
–Acterna. To transmit frames with a time stamp and sequence
number, select Acterna. You must select an Acterna payload
to measure round trip delay.
–BERT Pattern. To populate the payload by repeating a specific
BER pattern, select BERT Pattern, and then select the pattern
to transmit in the payload.
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4Select or define a profile:
For additional information on frame profiles, see “Defining transmit
profiles” on page 136.
To… Do this…
Use an existing profile
with the source
address of the Test-
Pad port on the far
end as the destina-
tion address for the
traffic.
Under Selections, select the profile.
Define a profile with the
far end TestPad port’s
source address as
the destination
address for the traffic.
– Under Settings, select the profile to
define from the Profiles field.
–In Dest Address, select the arrow to
the right of the field to display a key-
pad. Using the keypad, type the
source address of the TestPad port on
the far end, and then select OK to
enter the address in the field.
– Be sure Unicast is selected as the
address type for the profile.
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5Do one of the following to configure the traffic load:
– If you specified or defined a transmit profile in step 4, select
Traffic, and then configure the load (see “Configuring the
traffic load” on page 128).
– If you didn’t specify or define a transmit profile (because you
are performing the test on an unswitched point-to-point
network), select SETUP > Traffic, and then configure the load.
6Select OK to return to the main window.
– If you are performing an end-to-end test using a second port,
repeat steps step 1 through step 6 for the second port before
proceeding to step 7.
7On the TestPad on the far end of the circuit, do the following:
– If you are performing the test on a switched Ethernet network,
repeat step 2 through step 6.
– If you are performing the test on an unswitched point-to-point
network, repeat step 5 and step 6.
8If you are transmitting 1G Ethernet traffic, for each active port on
both TestPads, turn the laser on by selecting the Laser OFF
button.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
9For each active port on both TestPads, select Start Traffic to
transmit traffic over the circuit.
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10 View and verify results for each transmitting port on the Results
Display of the receiving TestPad.
BER testing on
unswitched
(layer 1) networks
If you are testing on an unswitched 1G Ethernet network, when you
perform an end-to-end test, you can transmit BER patterns in the bit
stream to determine the ratio of erroneous bits to the total bits
received.
To perform BER test on an unswitched network
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the profile; other-
wise, proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–MON > 1G Ethernet > Layer 1 BERT
–THRU > 1G Ethernet > Layer 1 BERT (dual port units only)
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 1 BERT
3Select SETUP > Pattern.
NOTE:
The FST-2802 does not support Layer 1 BER testing of 1G Ethernet
on copper links. If you insert a copper GBIC into the TestPad when
it is configured for a Layer 1 BER test, a message appears inform-
ing you that Layer 2 BER testing is not supported.
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The Pattern tab appears.
4Select one of the following patterns:
To… Select…
– Test random jitter at a BER of 10-12
– Test asymmetry of transition times
HFPAT
– Test low frequency random jitter
– Test PLL tracking errors
LFPAT
Test random and deterministic jitter (combined) MFPAT
Emulate a worst case scenario for deterministic
jitter
RDPAT
Stress timing margins in the received eye by
exposing the data sampling circuits to large
systematic phase jumps
JTPAT
Emulate a worse case scenario for power sup-
ply noise within network transceivers
SNPAT
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5Optional. If you want to insert bit errors or code violations into the
bit stream, select the Error tab, and then do the following:
6Select OK to return to the main window.
– If you want to perform a BER test from a second port, select
the port, and then repeat step 2 through step 6 for the second
port.
7For each active port, establish connectivity (see “Establishing
connectivity” on page 121).
8If you are performing the BERT in single port THRU mode (using
the MON application button), for each active port on the far end
TestPad, select Connect RX to TX.
9For each active port, start the traffic using the Start BERT Pattern
button.
10 For each active port, verify that the Pattern Sync LED is illumi-
nated in the LED result category.
11 Optional. To insert bit errors or code violations into the bit stream,
for each active port, select the Bit Error or CV Error button.
To… Select…
Setup the TestPad to allow you
to insert BIT errors into the bit
stream
BIT.
– If you want the TestPad to
beep each time it receives a
bit error (or errors), under
Beep On Error, select ON.
– If you want to insert a rate of
bit errors, select Rate, and
then select the error rate.
Setup the TestPad to allow you
to insert code violations into the
bit stream
Code Violations.
– If you want the TestPad to
beep each time it receives
code violation (or violations),
under Beep On Error, select
ON.
– If you want to insert a rate of
code violations, select Rate,
and then select the rate.
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12 Verify the Error Stats: Bit Errors and Bit Error Rate results for each
active port on a Results Display.
BER testing on
switched (layer 2)
networks
If you are testing on a switched Ethernet network, when you perform
an end-to-end test you can transmit BER patterns in the frame payload
to determine the ratio of erroneous bits to the total bits received.
To transmit a BER pattern on a switched network
1If your TestPad has two ports, select a port for the test; otherwise,
proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–TERM > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
3Select SETUP > Rx Profiles, and then define the receive profile
for the traffic you want to BERT (see “Defining receive profiles” on
page 133).
4Select the Tx Profiles tab, and then do the following:
aUnder Payload, select Bert Pattern.
bSelect 2^23-1, Inv 2^23-1, 2^31-1, Inv 2^31-1, ALL ONES,
ALL ZEROS, or USER DEFINED. If you selected USER
DEFINED, type the user defined BER pattern using a 4 byte,
hexadecimal format.
5Optional. If you want to insert a framed bit error into the traffic,
select the Error tab, and then do the following:
aSelect Framed Bit.
bIf you want the TestPad to beep each time it receives a framed
bit (or bits), under Beep On Error, select ON.
cIf you want to insert a rate of framed bits, select Rate, and then
select the error rate.
6Select OK to return to the main window.
7Optional. If you want to transmit a BER pattern from the second
port, select the second port, and then repeat step 4 through
step 6.
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8Establish connectivity (see “Establishing connectivity” on
page 121).
9For each active port, select Start BERT Pattern to transmit the
pattern over the circuit.
10 For each active port, verify that the FRAME LED is illuminated.
11 Optional. To insert one or more framed bits into the traffic, for each
active port, select the Framed Bit Error button.
12 For each active port, verify the Error Stats: Bit Errors and Bit Error
Rate results on a Results Display.
Measuring service
disruption time
When you perform an end-to-end test, you can measure the service
disruption time resulting from a switch in service to a protect line.
To measure service disruption time
1Setup and configure an end-to-end test (see “End-to-end testing”
on page 139).
NOTE:
When performing a BERT on a switched (layer 2) network, Bit
Errors and Bit Error Rate results may indicate one or more physical
layer (layer 1) bit errors.
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2On the far end FST-2802, select SETUP > Traffic.
3Configure the traffic load (see “Configuring the traffic load” on
page 128). When measuring service disruption time, we recom-
mend transmitting a constant load at 100 percent by specifying the
following parameters:
aLoad Type: Const
bLoad Unit: %BW
cConst Load: 100
4Select OK to return to the main window.
5If you are transmitting 1G Ethernet traffic, turn the laser on by
selecting the Laser OFF button.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
6Select Start Traffic to transmit traffic over the circuit.
7On the near end FST-2802, clear the service disruption time by
selecting the Reset Svc Disruption action button.
8Initiate the switch to the protect line.
9Optional. If you want to measure service disruption time from a
second port, select the port, and then repeat step 1 through
step 8.
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10 For each active port, verify the Link Stats: Svc Disruption (ms)
result on a Results Display.
Transmitting
patterns
Using the FST-2802, you can stress the jitter and noise characteristics
of Gigabit Ethernet components and systems by transmitting contin-
uous random test patterns (CRPAT), continuous jitter test patterns
(CJPAT), and the compliant supply noise pattern (CSPAT). To transmit
a pattern, you select the pattern on the Pattern tab, and then you
establish connectivity to an Ethernet link. Finally, you transmit the
pattern over the link.
To transmit a pattern
1If your TestPad has two ports, select a port for the test; otherwise,
proceed to step 2.
2On the application button bar, select TERM > 1G Ethernet >
Layer 2 Patterns.
3Select SETUP > Summary to display the setup tabs, and then
select Pattern.
NOTE:
These patterns are designed to test physical layer networks. By def-
inition, these framed patterns populate the Ethernet header with
invalid address information; therefore, these frames will not traverse
a layer 2, switched network.
For the same reason, if the pattern frames are transmitted to a far-
end TestPad that is looped-up, the far-end TestPad tries to swap the
source address and destination address for the pattern frames (see
the discussion of “Ethernet switching” on page 115). As a result, the
patterns received by the near-end TestPad are modified, and the
results are not valid. Therefore, you must run pattern tests using an
end-to-end configuration at all times.
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The Pattern tab appears.
4Select a pattern:
5Select OK to return to the main window.
6Establish connectivity (see “Establishing connectivity” on
page 121). The TestPad automatically turns auto-negotiation off
when you select a pattern test.
7Turn the laser on by selecting the Laser OFF button.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
8Select Start Pattern to transmit the pattern over the circuit.
To… Select…
Emulate a worst case scenario for deter-
ministic jitter by transmitting frames with
a broad spectral content.
CRPAT
Stress the timing margins in the received
eye by exposing the data sampling cir-
cuits to large systematic phase jumps.
CJPAT
Emulate a worse case scenario for power
supply noise within network transceivers.
CSPAT
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9Optional. If you want to transmit patterns from a second port,
select the port, and then repeat step 2 through step 8.
10 For each active port, verify results on the Results Display of the
TestPad. At a minimum, verify the following Pattern Stats results:
– Transmitted Frames
– Received Frames
– FCS Errored Frames
Loopback testing
Loopback testing allows you to generate and transmit Ethernet traffic
from one TestPad, and then loop the traffic back through a second
TestPad on the far end of a circuit. See Figure 24 on page 117 for an
illustration of Ethernet Loopback testing.
Using the Line
Loopback feature
You can manually perform a line loopback in a switched Ethernet
network by specifying the source address of the TestPad port on the
far end as the first TestPad port’s destination address (when you
define or select the loopback profile), and then selecting the LLB
button on the far end TestPad to loop frames back to the originating
TestPad.
In a point-to-point unswitched network, you do not have to specify the
destination address for the far end TestPad port.
To manually perform a line loopback
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the loopback test;
otherwise, proceed to step 2.
2Establish connectivity (see “Establishing connectivity” on
page 121).
3Do one of the following:
– If you are performing the loopback on a point-to-point network,
proceed to step 5.
– If you are performing the loopback on a switched Ethernet
network, on the transmitting TestPad, configure the traffic for
each active port (see step 2 through step 6 of “End-to-end
testing” on page 139).
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4If you are performing a line loopback for 1G Ethernet, on the far
end TestPad, turn the laser on by selecting Laser OFF.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
5On the far end TestPad, select LLB OFF to put the TestPad into
loopback mode.
The LLB OFF button changes to LLB ON.
6On the transmitting TestPad, select Start Traffic to transmit traffic
over the circuit to the TestPad on the far end.
When the far end TestPad receives the traffic, it will swap the
destination address and source address of every frame it receives
before looping the frames back to the transmitting TestPad.
NOTE:
If you want to filter the traffic looped back to the near end TestPad,
the parameters you specify in the transmit profile for the near end
TestPad must match the parameters specified in the receive profile
for the far end TestPad.
For example, if you want to loop back VLAN tagged frames for a
specific VLAN ID and User Priority, the same VLAN ID and User
Priority must be specified in both profiles.
If you want to loop back all frames, select Don’t Care for each of
the receive profile parameters.
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7Optional. If you want to perform a line loopback from the second
port, select the port, and then repeat step 3 through step 6.
8Verify results for each active port on the Results Display of the
transmitting TestPad. At a minimum, verify the following results:
– Link Stats: Total Util%, Avg, Total Util %, Cur, and Total Util %
Peak.
– Error Stats: All results are 0.
Using the Automatic
Loopback feature
You can perform an automatic loopback by selecting the Loop Up
button on the traffic generating TestPad. A confirmation message from
the TestPad on the far end appears in the message display of the first
TestPad informing you that the far end TestPad is in loopback mode.
The destination address in the loopback profile for the first TestPad is
also automatically populated with the source address of the TestPad
on the far end.
When you configure TestPads for an automatic loopback test, you can
optionally specify text identifiers for each TestPad (for example, “Joe’s
2802” and “Sam’s 2802”). When the TestPads send confirmation
messages to each other indicating the status of the loopback, the
message will identify each TestPad using the text identifier.
WARNING:
The TestPad allows you to change setup parameters while testing
in loopback mode. Be aware that certain changes may bring down
the link.
NOTE:
If you want to filter the traffic looped back to the near end TestPad,
the parameters you specify in the transmit profile for the near end
TestPad must match the parameters specified in the receive profile
for the far end TestPad.
For example, if you want to loop back VLAN tagged frames for a
specific VLAN ID and User Priority, the same VLAN ID and User
Priority must be specified in both profiles.
If you want to loop back all frames, select Don’t Care for each of
the receive profile parameters.
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To perform an automatic loopback
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the loopback test;
otherwise, proceed to step 2.
2Establish connectivity (see “Establishing connectivity” on
page 121).
3Do one of the following:
– If you are performing the loopback on a point-to-point network,
proceed to step 4.
– If you are performing the loopback on a switched Ethernet
network, on the transmitting TestPad, configure the traffic for
the test (see step 3 through step 6 of “End-to-end testing” on
page 139), and then proceed to step 4.
4Optional. If you want to provide an identifier in the confirmation
messages sent between TestPads, for each TestPad, do the
following:
aSelect SETUP > Summary to display the setup tabs.
bSelect ID to display the ID tab, and then select Edit to display a
keypad.
cUsing up to ten characters, type the identifier for the TestPad,
and then select OK to store the identifier and return to the ID
tab.
dSelect OK to return to the main window.
5On the traffic generating TestPad, select Loop Up to put the
receiving TestPad on the far end into loopback mode.
NOTE:
If you want to filter the traffic looped back to the near end TestPad,
the parameters you specify in the transmit profile for the near end
TestPad must match the parameters specified in the receive profile
for the far end TestPad.
For example, if you want to loop back VLAN tagged frames for a
specific VLAN ID and User Priority, the same VLAN ID and User
Priority must be specified in both profiles.
If you want to loop back all frames, select Don’t Care for each of
the receive profile parameters.
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A confirmation message from the TestPad on the far end appears
in the message display of the first TestPad informing you that the
far end TestPad is in loopback mode. The destination address
field of the loopback profile is automatically updated with the
source address of the far end TestPad.
6If you are performing a line loopback for 1G Ethernet, on the traffic
generating TestPad, turn the laser on by selecting Laser OFF.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
7On the traffic generating TestPad, select Start Traffic to transmit
traffic over the circuit to the TestPad on the far end.
When the far end TestPad receives the traffic, it will swap the
destination address and source address of every frame it receives
before looping the frames back to the traffic generating TestPad.
8Optional. If you want to perform a loopback from the second port,
select the port, and then repeat step 3 through step 7.
9Verify results for each active port on the Results Display of the
traffic generating TestPad. At a minimum, verify the following
results:
– Link Stats: Total Util%, Avg, Total Util %, Cur, and Total Util %
Peak.
– Error Stats: All results are 0.
10 When the test is complete, for each active port, select Loop Down
to take the receiving port on the far end TestPad out of loopback
mode.
A confirmation message from the TestPad on the far end appears
in the message display of the first TestPad informing you that the
port on the far end TestPad is out of loopback mode.
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Inserting an FCS
error
You can insert an FCS error when you perform end-to-end and loop-
back tests.
To insert an FCS error
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the error inser-
tion; otherwise, proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–TERM > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
3Select SETUP > Summary to display the setup tabs, and then
select Error.
NOTE:
For 1G testing, if you insert an FCS error on an unswitched point-to-
point network using two FST-2802s, and you want to receive the
FCS back at the originating TestPad, put the TestPad on the far end
of the circuit in Monitor mode, and then select the Set Rx to Tx but-
ton to transmit received traffic back to the originating TestPad.
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4To specify the error parameters, do the following:
5Select OK to store the error parameters and return to the main
window.
6If you are inserting an FCS error into 1G traffic, turn the laser on
by selecting Laser OFF.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
7 Select Start Traffic to transmit traffic over the circuit.
8Select the FCS Error action button to insert the error or burst of
errors.
9Optional. If you want to insert errors from the second port, select
Port 2, and then repeat step 3 through step 8.
The error is inserted into the traffic and is handled as follows:
– For end-to-end applications, the error is transmitted to the TestPad
on the far end of the circuit.
– For loopback applications using a hard loopback, the error is typi-
cally looped back to the TestPad. Consult your network element
documentation to determine if the network element drops errored
traffic.
To… Do this…
Specify that the TestPad
should beep whenever
an FCS error occurs
Under Beep on Error, select ON.
Insert a single FCS
error
Select SINGLE.
Insert a burst of FCS
errors
Select BURST.
A BURST (Qty) field appears.
– Select the arrow to the right of the
BURST (Qty) field to display a key-
pad.
– Using the keypad, type the number of
FCS errors to insert in the burst.
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– For loopback applications using a second TestPad in loopback
mode on the far end of the circuit, the far end TestPad drops each
frame with a FCS error. The dropped FCS error (or errors) is inter-
preted by the near end TestPad as a single out-of-sequence
(OOS) frame, and each individual error is counted as a lost frame.
See “Ethernet switching” on page 115 for an explanation of how
the FST-2802 handles Ethernet frames in a switched network.
Measuring round
trip delay
When you perform loopback tests, you can measure round trip delay
by transmitting an Acterna payload with frames of an RFC 2544
recommended length. The Acterna payload carries frames with time
stamps, enabling the FST-2802 to calculate the round drip delay.
To measure round trip delay
1Setup and configure a loopback test (see “Loopback testing” on
page 151).
2On the near end TestPad, select SETUP > Tx Profiles, and then
do the following:
– Under Payload, select Acterna. The Acterna payload transmits
frames with a time stamp and sequence number. You must
select an Acterna payload to measure round trip delay.
–In
Length, select an RFC recommended length (64, 128, 256,
512, 1024, 1280, or 1518).
3Select OK to return to the main window.
4If you are measuring round trip delay for 1G Ethernet traffic, select
Laser OFF to turn the laser on.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
5Select Start Traffic to transmit traffic over the circuit.
NOTE:
When you measure round trip delay, you must implement a loop-
back on the far end of the circuit, and then transmit and receive an
Acterna payload with test frames from a FST-2802 on the near end
of the circuit. If you do not use a loopback and transmit an Acterna
payload with frames of an RFC 2544 length, the test results will be
invalid.
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6Optional. If you want to measure round trip delay from a second
port, select the port, and then repeat step 2 through step 5.
7For each active port, verify results on the Results Display of the
transmitting TestPad. At a minimum, verify the following Link Stats
results:
–Delay, Max (us)
– Delay, Min (us)
– Delay, Avg (us)
Ping testing
Using the FST-2802, you can verify connectivity with another layer 3
or IP device by sending ping request packets to the device. The device
then responds to the ping request with a ping reply (if the device is
responsive), or with another message indicating the reason no ping
reply was sent.
Ping testing tells you if the destination device is responsive, how long
it took the ping packet to travel to the destination device and back to
the FST-2802, and if ping packets were dropped or lost along the way.
The FST-2802 handles ping packets as follows:
–Successful ping requests. If a ping request is successful, an
Echo Reply message appears in the message display of the
user interface.
–Unsuccessful ping requests. If a ping request is unsuccessful,
an error message appears in the message display of the user
interface.
–Fragmented ping responses. If the FST-2802 sends a ping
request and then receives a fragmented response to the request,
the ping is considered successful if the first fragment is received
without an error. The remaining fragments are discarded.
–Fragmented ping requests. If the FST-2802 receives a frag-
mented ping request, it responds with a ping response equal in
length to the first fragment of the request.
–Ping packets with header options. If the FST-2802 receives a
ping packet with options in the header, the packet is discarded.
–Multiple or continuous ping packets. If you configure the FST-
2802 to transmit multiple or continuous ping packets, the packets
are sent at a rate of one packet per second.
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–Lost ping packets. If the FST-2802 does not receive a response
to a ping packet within 3 seconds, the packet is considered lost.
To send ping packets to an Ethernet device
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the test; other-
wise, proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–TERM > 10/100 Ethernet > Layer 3 PING
–TERM > 1G Ethernet > Layer 3 PING
3Establish a link (see “Establishing connectivity” on page 121).
4Select SETUP > Framing, and then specify the following:
aIn Frame Type, select DIX, 802.3 w/LLC, or 802.3 w/LLC and
SNAP
.
Figure 21 on page 114 illustrates a standard DIX frame.
Figure 28 on page 160 illustrates an 802.3 frame with LLC and
SNAP.
The frame type you select dictates the allowable ping packet
size you can specify in step 5 on page 161.
bOptional. If you want to transmit VLAN tagged ping packets, in
VLAN Tagging, select Tagged, and then specify the VLAN ID
and User Priority for the packets.
Figure 28 Ethernet 802.3 frame with LLC and SNAP
Destination
Address
Source
Address Length Ping Packet FCS
66 2 38-1492 4
# bytes:
35
Preamble
8
LLC SNAP
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5Select the PING tab.
Specify the following ping packet parameters:
aIn IP Address to PING, type the IP address of the device you
are verifying connectivity to.
bIn Ping Packet Size, select one of the following:
To… Select…
Define packets which
fit within a standard
Ethernet frame
User defined, and then type the packet
length. Allowable packet lengths for
each frame type are:
– DIX: 46 - 1500 bytes
– 802.3 w/LLC: 43 - 1497 bytes
– 802.3 w/LLC and SNAP: 38 - 1492
bytes
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cUnder Network Connection, specify the following addresses:
Define packets which
fit in Jumbo frames
Jumbo Frame, and then type the
packet length. Allowable packet lengths
for each frame type are:
– DIX: 1501 - 9982 bytes
– 802.3 w/LLC: 1498 - 9979 bytes
– 802.3 w/LLC and SNAP: 1493 -
9974 bytes
NOTE: Some routers do not support
Jumbo frames; others might require
provisioning to support Jumbo
frames. Consult the provisioning doc-
umentation for your specific router to
determine whether your router can
support Jumbo frames.
In… Specify…
Default Gateway The address for the router through which
ping traffic will be sent if the destination
for the traffic is outside of the local sub-
net.
IP Source Address The FST-2802’s static IP source
address.
Subnet Mask The subnet mask address for the traffic.
To… Select…
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dOptional. If you want to specify the time to live (TTL) or type of
service (TOS), or if you want to set the fragmentation flag for
the traffic, select Advanced to display the Ping Advanced
Settings dialog box, and then proceed to step 6; otherwise,
proceed to step 8.
6 Do one or all of the following:
7Select OK to return to the PING tab.
8Select the Traffic tab, and then choose one of the following:
To… Do this…
Specify the time after which a
fragmented ping request or
response can be deleted by any
device on a circuit
In Time to Live (TTL), type the
number of seconds. The default
time to live setting is 64 hops.
Transmit ping packets which
may be fragmented
In Don’t Fragment Flag, select
May Fragment.
Specify the type of service for
the ping packets
In Type of Service (ToS), type
the type of service value.
To… Choose…
Send a single ping
packet
SINGLE. Single is the default value.
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9Select OK to return to the main window.
10 If you are transmitting ping packets for a 1G test, turn the laser on
by selecting Laser OFF.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
11 Select the PING action button to transmit one or more ping
packets with an Echo Request.
12 Check the message display to verify the response message.
– If the ping was successful, an Echo Reply message appears.
– If the ping was unsuccessful, one of the following messages
appears:
Send a fixed number of
ping packets
MULTIPLE, and then type the number of
packets. The default number of packets
is 4; the maximum number of packets is
1024.
Send a continuous
stream of ping packets
CONTINUOUS
To… Choose…
NOTE:
The FST-2802 sends multiple and continuous pings at a rate of 1
ping per second.
Type Code Message
3 Destination Unreachable
3 0 Network Unreachable
3 1 Host Unreachable
3 4 Fragmentation Needed
8 0 Echo Request
11 Time Exceeded
11 0 TTL Exceeded During Transit
11 1 TTL Exceeded During Reassembly
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13 Optional. If you want to send ping packets from a second port,
select the port, and then repeat step 3 through step 12.
14 At a minimum, verify the following test results for each active port
on the Results Display:
– Ping Stats
– Error Stats (for FCS Errored Frames)
Running the RFC
2544 script
Using the FST-2802, you can run a script which automates the test
procedures recommended in RFC 2544. The script prompts you to
select key parameters for throughput, latency, frame loss rate, and
back to back frame tests, runs the tests, and then automatically gener-
ates a text file of results for the tests.
When you run the RFC 2544 script, the script automatically configures
the FST-2802 to transmit an Acterna payload using the loop profile
with DIX frames and no VLAN tagging. If you want to transmit 802.3 or
VLAN-tagged frames, you must specify these settings in the loop
profile before running the script.
Running the script
from the TestPad
To run the RFC 2544 script
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the script; other-
wise, proceed to step 2.
2Using two FST-2802’s, establish connectivity (see “Establishing
connectivity” on page 121).
3If you want to transmit 802.3 or tagged frames, select SETUP > Tx
Profiles, and then proceed to step 4; otherwise, proceed to
step 5.
4To transmit 802.3 or tagged frames, do the following:
aUnder Selections, select LP.
bIf you want to transmit 802.3 frames, in Frame, select 802.3.
cIf you want to transmit tagged frames, select Tagged, and then
specify the VLAN ID and User Priority.
dSelect OK to return to the main window.
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5If you are running the script with 1G Ethernet traffic, turn the laser
on by selecting Laser OFF.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
6Verify that the LINK ACTIVE LED is illuminated on the LED display
panel.
7Select the RFC 2544 button, and then wait for the RFC 2544 Test
Configuration dialog box to appear. Depending on the number of
processes you have running on the TestPad, it may take several
seconds for the dialog box to appear.
8Do one of the following:
If… Select…
An existing configuration
meets your test require-
ments
– The test configuration, and then
choose Run. A screen appears
which displays the status of key
events for the test script.
– Proceed to step 14.
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9If you selected Modify in step 8, review the existing parameters for
the script configuration, and then do one of the following:
– To run the script using the existing parameters, select Start.
Proceed to step 13.
– To modify the parameters, select Next.
The RFC 2544 Test Setup Info dialog box appears, providing
instructions on how to navigate through the test script. Proceed
to step 10.
10 Select Next.
The Frame Lengths to Test dialog box appears. Select the frame
lengths to test using the script.
11 Select Next.
The Test Options dialog box appears. Select the tests you want
the script to run.
You want to modify the
parameters for an exist-
ing configuration
The script configuration you want to
modify, and then choose Modify. The
Configuration Name dialog box appears.
Select OK to accept the existing name
and display a dialog box listing the exist-
ing parameters for the configuration.
Proceed to step 9.
You want to create a new
script configuration
New. The Configuration Name dialog
box appears. Type a name for the new
configuration, and then select OK to dis-
play a dialog box which provides instruc-
tions on navigating through the script.
Proceed to step 10.
If… Select…
NOTE:
If you want to run the Latency test, you must also run the Through-
put test.
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12 Use Next to navigate through a series of dialog boxes which allow
you to specify parameters for the tests you selected.
13 After you specify the final test parameter, select Next to run the
script.
A screen appears which displays the status of key events for the
test script.
14 When the script is complete, the Save As dialog box appears,
allowing you to save the test results to a text file. The default path
for the text file is:
Acterna\Files\FST-2802
15 Type the file name, specify the path for the text file, and then
select Close.
A final dialog box appears showing the end of the script text.
16 Select Close to close the dialog box and return to the main
screen.
17 Optional. If you want to run the script from a second port, select
the second port, and then repeat step 2 through step 16.
The test script is complete.
To test… Specify…
Throughput – the trial duration (in seconds)
Latency – the trial duration (in seconds)
Frame Loss – the trial duration (in seconds)
– the bandwidth granularity (as a per-
centage)
Back to Back Frames – the number of trials
– the burst granularity
– the maximum trial time
NOTE:
You can stop the test script at any time by selecting Abort Script.
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Running the script
from a Remote GUI
session
When you run the RFC 2544 script from a Remote GUI session, you
must use the Windows Task Manager to run the script.
To run the RFC 2544 script from a Remote GUI session
1Run the Remote GUI from your laptop or PC (see “Running the
Remote GUI” on page 70).
2Follow step 2 through step 6 of “Running the script from the
TestPad” on page 165.
3On the main screen of the FST-2802 user interface, select
RFC 2544, and then immediately select Send Ctrl-Alt-Del. See
Figure 29.
The Windows Security dialog box appears. See Figure 30.
Figure 29 RFC 2544 and Send Ctrl-Alt-Del buttons
Send Ctrl-Alt-Del button
RFC 2544 button
NOTE:
You can also send the Ctrl-Alt-Del key sequence using your VNC
application. For details, refer to the support documents and mailing
lists published on the VNC web site.
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4Immediately select the Task Manager button.
The Windows Task Manager dialog box appears briefly (see
Figure 31 on page 171).
Figure 30 Windows Security dialog box
Task Manager
button
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5Wait for the RFC 2544 Test Configuration dialog box to appear.
See Figure 32 on page 172.
Figure 31 Windows Task Manager dialog box
NOTE:
Do not end, switch, or start a new task. The Task Manager will auto-
matically display the RFC 2544 Test Configuration dialog box.
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6Follow step 8 through step 15 of “Running the script from the
TestPad” on page 165 to run the script.
7Select Close to close the final scripting dialog box and return to
the Windows Task Manager.
8Close the Windows Task Manager.
The test script is complete.
Assigning a
source address to
a TestPad port
A factory-assigned source (MAC) address is assigned to each
TestPad port before shipment. A second, user-specified source
address is available for each port which allows you to use the FST-
2802 to emulate another device by assigning the device’s source
address to a port on the TestPad. After you assign another device’s
source address to a port, you can verify that the device’s source
address passes through the network and returns to the TestPad port
by transmitting traffic from the port with the device’s source address.
Figure 32 RFC 2544 Test Configuration dialog box
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To assign a user-specified source address
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port you want to assign a
source address to; otherwise, proceed to step 2.
2Select SETUP > Summary.
3Select the ID tab.
Do the following:
–Select
User Source Address.
– Type the address.
4Select OK to return to the main window.
The source address is assigned.
NOTE:
Assigning a user-specified source address to a port does not
change the port’s factory-assigned source address.
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In-service testing
Using the FST-2802, you can monitor Ethernet traffic when the
network is in service. To perform in-service tests, you simply connect
the TestPad to a network device on the circuit, and then monitor the
Ethernet traffic on the circuit.
Monitoring 1G
traffic using a
splitter
You can monitor 1G Ethernet traffic on a circuit by connecting the
TestPad to a splitter (see Figure 13 on page 97).
To monitor Ethernet traffic using a splitter
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port you want to monitor
traffic on; otherwise, proceed to step 2.
2On the application button bar, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–MON > 1G Ethernet > Layer 1 BERT
–MON > 1G Ethernet > Layer 2 Traffic
3Using the correct cable for the splitter, connect one end of the
cable to the RX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the TX
jack of the splitter.
4Optional. If you want to monitor traffic from a second port, select
the port, and then repeat step 3.
5For each active port, verify the Error Stats results on the Results
Display.
Monitoring 1G
Ethernet traffic in
single port THRU
mode
If you have a single port configuration, you can monitor 1G Ethernet
traffic in THRU mode (see Figure 14 on page 98). By default, the
TestPad transmits idle frames when you monitor traffic in single port
THRU mode. You can optionally specify that the TestPad should loop
the frames received to the transmitter when you configure the test.
To monitor 1G Ethernet traffic in single port THRU mode
1On the application button bar, select MON > 1G Ethernet >
Layer 2 Traffic.
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2If you want to loop the frames received through to the transmitter
(instead of transmitting idle frames), select the Connect RX to TX
button.
3Using the correct cable for the switch, connect one end of the
cable to the TX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the RX
jack of the switch.
4Using the correct cable for the network access element, connect
one end of the cable to the RX jack of the TestPad, and the other
end to the TX jack of the network access element.
5Verify the Error Stats results on the Results Display.
Monitoring 1G
Ethernet traffic in
dual port THRU
mode
If you have a dual port configuration, you can monitor full duplex 1G
Ethernet traffic from both directions in THRU mode (see Figure 14 on
page 98). When you monitor 1G Ethernet traffic in THRU mode, the
TestPad routes all traffic received on Port 1 to the transmit jack on Port
2, and all traffic received on Port 1 to the transmit jack on Port 1.
To monitor 1G Ethernet traffic in dual port THRU mode
1Using the correct cable for the switch, connect one end of the
cable to the Port 1 TX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the
RX jack of the switch.
2Using the correct cable for the network access element, connect
one end of the cable to the Port 1 RX jack of the TestPad, and the
other end to the TX jack of the network access element.
3Using the correct cable for the switch, connect one end of the
cable to the Port 2 TX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the
RX jack of the switch.
4Using the correct cable for the network access element, connect
one end of the cable to the Port 2 RX jack of the TestPad, and the
other end to the TX jack of the network access element.
5For each port, do the following:
aSelect the port.
bOn the application button bar, select THRU > 1G Ethernet >
Layer 1 BERT or Layer 2 Traffic.
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cIf you selected the Unframed BERT application, select
SETUP > Pattern, and then choose the BERT pattern for the
traffic you are monitoring.
6Select Laser OFF to turn the laser on for both ports. The Laser
OFF button changes to Laser ON.
7Verify the Error Stats results for each active port.
Monitoring IP
addresses on
1G Ethernet traffic
If you purchase the Layer 2 IP Address Filter option, you can monitor
1G Ethernet traffic to view layer 2 statistics for specific IP addresses.
In addition to the layer 2 statistics, the TestPad displays an IP
Checksum Errors result in the Error Stats category which indicates
whether IP checksum errors are detected within an IP packet.
To monitor IP addresses on 1G Ethernet traffic
1If your TestPad has two ports, select a port; otherwise, proceed to
step 2.
2On the application button bar, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–MON > 1G IP Over Ethernet
–THRU > 1G IP Over Ethernet (dual port units only)
3Connect the TestPad to the circuit.
4In the left result pane, select the IP List category, and then select
the Refresh IP List button.
The first eight IP addresses detected appear on buttons in the
result pane.
NOTE:
When you select a MON (monitor) or TERM (terminate) application
after testing in THRU mode, the TestPad will automatically config-
ure both ports for the test you selected (using the default test
parameters).
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5To view results for a specific IP address, select the button with the
IP address in the left result pane, and then display one of the
following result categories in the right result pane:
– Filter Stats
– Filter Counts
– Error Stats
6To view the next eight IP addresses, select the Refresh IP List
button.
Monitoring 10/100
traffic in dual port
THRU mode
If your FST-2802 has a dual port configuration, you can monitor
10/100 Ethernet traffic in THRU mode (see Figure 16 on page 101).
When you monitor 10/100 traffic in dual port THRU mode, each port
on the TestPad auto-negotiates with its link partner. Therefore, you
may need to specify link initialization parameters before establishing
the link and monitoring traffic.
To monitor 10/100 Ethernet traffic in THRU mode
1On the application button bar, select THRU > 10/100 Ethernet >
Layer 2 Traffic.
NOTE:
The FST-2802 does not pass Jumbo frames when monitoring
10/100 traffic in THRU mode. Frames ranging from 64 to 1518
bytes are supported.
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2If the TestPad is establishing links with switches that support auto-
negotiation, select SETUP > Link Init; otherwise, proceed to
step 4.
3To turn auto-negotiation on and specify the link initialization
parameters, do the following:
aUnder AutoNeg, select On. The AutoNeg button appears.
bBy default, the TestPad advertises it is capable of transmitting
and receiving Full and Half duplex traffic for both 100 Base Tx
and 10 Base T. If you need to change the default capabilities,
select AutoNeg. A dialog box with auto-negotiation capabilities
appears.
cSelect the capabilities for 100 Base Tx and 10 Base T.
dBy default, flow control is on. If you want to turn it off, under
Flow Control, select Off.
eSelect OK to store the link auto-negotiation parameters and
return to the main screen.
4Using the correct cable for the switch, connect one end of the
cable to the Port 1 10/100 Mbps jack of the TestPad, and the other
end to the RX jack of the switch.
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5Using the correct cable for the network access element, connect
one end of the cable to the TX jack of the network access element,
and the other end to the Port 2 10/100 Mbps jack of the TestPad.
6Verify the Error Stats results.
NOTE:
When testing 10/100 Ethernet in THRU mode, both 10/100 ports
are configured as medium dependent interfaces (MDI). Depending
on your test application, you may need to use a cross-over cable to
convert one of the ports to a medium dependent interface cross-
over (MDI-X) port.
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Chapter 6
Fibre Channel Testing
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for performing Fibre
Channel tests using the TestPad. Topics discussed in this chapter are
as follows:
–“About Fibre Channel testing” on page 182
–“Link initialization” on page 182
–“Fibre Channel traffic” on page 182
–“Out-of-service testing” on page 185
–“In-service testing” on page 215
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About Fibre Channel testing
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About Fibre Channel testing
Using the FST-2802, you can turn up and troubleshoot Fibre Channel
services on point-to-point unswitched networks. The FST-2802
enables you to verify connectivity, measure throughput, and verify that
quality of service statistics conform to those specified in a customer’s
Service Level Agreement. If you purchased the Dual Port configura-
tion, you can verify two Fibre Channel interfaces simultaneously using
a single FST-2802.
Link initialization
Before you transmit and receive traffic (Fibre Channel frames) over a
circuit, you must initialize a Fibre Channel link. Initializing a link
involves connecting a TestPad or TestPads to a circuit, and then
allowing the TestPad(s) to transmit idle traffic. The link is considered
active after idle traffic is transmitted and the LINK ACTIVE LED illumi-
nates on the LED display panel.
Fibre Channel traffic
After the Fibre Channel link is initialized you can use the FST-2802 to
transmit and analyze Fibre Channel traffic. Before you start testing,
you can optionally specify the traffic load type for the traffic (see
“Traffic loads” on page 184). You can also optionally define profiles for
the traffic which specify, at the field level, the characteristics of the
transmitted and received frames (see “Traffic profiles” on page 184).
Fibre Channel
frame format
Fibre Channel frames are variable length frames ranging in size from
28 bytes (24 byte header plus a 4 byte CRC with no payload) to 2076
bytes, excluding the Start of Frame delimiter, optional headers, and the
End of Frame delimiter.
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Acterna test packet (ATP) frames require an additional eight bytes for
the IEEE 802.3 LLC/SNAP header, 20 bytes for the IP header, and 20
bytes for the Test Frame information (such as the sequence number
and time stamp); therefore, when you transmit an Acterna payload, the
ATP frames are always at least 76 bytes long.
Frames with a BERT payload require an additional 4 bytes; therefore,
when you transmit frames with a BERT payload, the frames are always
at least 32 bytes long.
When you define a transmit profile for your test, you can configure the
header fields listed in Figure 33. Overhead fields are a fixed-length;
the payload field can range in size from zero to 2048 bytes.
Each Fibre Channel frame is comprised of the following fields:
–Destination Identifier. Address of the N_port the frame is being
transmitted to.
–Source Identifier. Address of the N_port transmitting the frame.
–Sequence Identifier. Identifier for each sequence of traffic. The
FST-2802 transmits a single, unidirectional sequence of traffic
from each active port; therefore, this number is the same for each
transmitted frame. You can assign a sequence identifier for all
frames transmitted from a port when you define a transmit profile.
–Originator Exchange Identifier. Identifier of the N_Port which
originated an Exchange.
–Responder Exchange Identifier. Identifier of the N_Port to which
an Exchange originator wishes to communicate.
–Payload. The actual information being transmitted in the frame (all
other fields are considered overhead).
Figure 33 Fibre Channel frame
Data (Payload) CRC
0 - 2048 4
# bytes: 24
Header
(Destination ID, Source ID, Sequence ID,
Originator Exchange ID, Responder Exchange ID
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–CRC. Cyclic Redundancy Check. A value calculated by the origi-
nating device and inserted into the frame. The receiving device
performs the same calculation, and compares its CRC value with
the CRC value in the frame. If the values don’t match (suggesting
the frame is errored), a CRC error is declared.
Traffic loads
By default, the FST-2802 transmits traffic in a constant load. You can
also optionally transmit Fibre Channel traffic in a bursty or ramp load
by configuring the load on the Traffic tab before transmitting the traffic.
For a detailed description and illustrations of each load type, see
“Traffic loads” on page 117 of Chapter 5 “Ethernet Testing”. For step-
by step instructions on configuring a traffic load, see “Configuring the
traffic load” on page 188.
Traffic profiles
When you configure the FST-2802 to generate, monitor, or loopback
traffic, you can specify the frame characteristics of the traffic by
defining a transmit or receive profile.
Transmit profiles
When you set up the TestPad, you can optionally define up to three
transmit profiles to specify at the field level the characteristics of trans-
mitted Fibre Channel frames such as the destination ID for the traffic
and the frame length. Before you transmit Fibre Channel traffic, you
select the appropriate profile for your test.
Although the payload is not part of the transmit profile, you also specify
the payload for the frames on the Tx Profiles tab.
NOTE:
Constant, Bursty, and Ramped traffic loads do not apply when you
transmit test patterns or unframed BERT patterns. When you con-
figure the FST-2802 to transmit patterns, the patterns are transmit-
ted continuously.
NOTE:
When you configure the FST-2802 to transmit test patterns or
unframed BERT patterns, you do not need to define a transmit pro-
file.
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A fourth profile is available for loopback tests using two FST-2802’s on
an unswitched (layer 1) network. When you perform a loopback test
using the Loop Up button on the traffic originating FST-2802, the desti-
nation ID in the loopback profile is populated automatically. See
“Defining transmit profiles” on page 194 for details on defining a
transmit profile.
Receive profiles
Before you monitor or terminate Fibre Channel traffic, you can option-
ally define or select a receive profile to filter the traffic. You can then
view results for the filtered traffic on the Results Display in the Filter
Stats and Filter Counts result categories. See “Defining receive
profiles” on page 192 for details on defining a receive profile.
Out-of-service testing
Using the FST-2802, you can generate and analyze Fibre Channel
traffic when the network is out of service. To perform out-of-service
tests, you first establish connectivity, and then transmit Fibre Channel
traffic (generated from a TestPad) over a circuit.
Establishing
connectivity
Establishing connectivity involves connecting a TestPad (or TestPads)
to an access element on a circuit, allowing the TestPad(s) to transmit
idle traffic, and then verifying that the LINK ACTIVE LED illuminates.
To establish connectivity
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port you are establishing
connectivity for; otherwise, proceed to step 2.
NOTE:
A resolution of 1% can only be achieved using frames ≥368 bytes.
This is because the TestPad inserts IDLE’s (4 bytes) to control
bandwidth as follows:
IDLE (4 bytes) / Overhead (32 bytes) + Frame (368 bytes) = 1%
The resolution declines as the frame size decreases, with a worse
case scenario of 6.7% at 28 bytes.
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2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–TERM > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 1 BERT
–TERM > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Patterns
–TERM > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 1 BERT
–TERM > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Patterns
3If you establishing connectivity for a second port, select the
second port, and then repeat step 2; otherwise, proceed to step 4.
4Using the correct cable for the access element, connect one end
of the cable to the TX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the
RX jack of the access element.
– If you are establishing connectivity for a second port, repeat
this step for the second port.
5Connect a second cable from the TX jack of the access element to
the RX jack of the TestPad.
– If you are establishing connectivity for a second port, repeat
this step for the second port.
6For each active port, verify that a signal is present by checking the
SIGNAL LED on the front panel. If the LED is illuminated, a signal
is present.
7If another Fibre Channel device is on the circuit, verify that the
TestPad has obtained synchronization by checking the SYNC LED
(for each active port). If the LED is illuminated, the TestPad has
obtained synchronization.
8For each active port, turn the laser on using the Laser OFF
button. The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
9For each active port, verify that the link is established by checking
the LINK ACTIVE LED on the front panel. If the LED is illuminated,
the link is established for the port.
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Troubleshooting
connectivity
The inside green LEDs for SIGNAL, SYNC, and LINK ACTIVE illumi-
nate sequentially when the TestPad detects a signal, obtains synchro-
nization, and then recognizes a link is active. All three LEDs must
illuminate to indicate you have established connectivity.
Tabl e 1 3 lists symptoms that indicate a link has not been established
and potential issues with devices on the circuit which prevent the link
from being established.
Table 13 Troubleshooting connectivity
Symptom… Potential issues…
SIGNAL does not illumi-
nate
– The access device transmitter is off or
faulty. Verify the optical power level
coming into the device from the net-
work.
– The GBIC is not properly seated. Verify
that the “GBIC detected” result appears
in the Summary result category. If “Not
Detected” appears, reseat the GBIC.
SIGNAL illuminates, but
SYNC does not illuminate
– The far end TestPad is not connected
to the circuit.
– The near end element on the network
side has a faulty receiver, or the far end
element on the network side has a
faulty transmitter.
– The near end and far end devices are
configured for different rates (1G and
2G Fibre Channel).
SIGNAL and SYNC illumi-
nate, but LINK ACTIVE
does not illuminate
– The far end TestPad is not acquiring
synchronization.
– You have configured the TestPad(s) for
an Unframed (Layer 1) BERT test. The
LINK ACTIVE LED does not illuminate
when performing this test.
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Configuring the
traffic load
By default, the FST-2802 transmits a constant load of traffic at 100%.
You can optionally configure the FST-2802 to transmit a different
constant load, or bursty or ramped traffic. See “Traffic loads” on
page 117 of Chapter 5 “Ethernet Testing” for a detailed description of
each load type.
To configure the traffic load
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port you are configuring
the traffic load for; otherwise, proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–TERM > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
3Select SETUP > Traffic.
NOTE:
You do not need to configure the traffic load for 1G pattern,
2G pattern, or BER pattern tests; the FST-2802 automatically con-
figures the traffic load for you.
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4Under Load Type, select one of the following:
5If you selected Const in step 4, you can specify the bandwidth as a
percentage of the line rate, or in Mbps.
To configure a constant load, do the following:
aUnder Load Unit, select %BW to specify the bandwidth as a
percentage of the line rate, or Mbps to specify the bandwidth in
total Mbps.
bIn Const Load, type the percentage or Mbps.
cProceed to step 8 on page 192.
To transmit Select
A constant load of traffic Const, and then proceed to step 5 on
page 189.
A bursty load of traffic Bursty, and then proceed to step 6 on
page 190.
A ramped load of traffic Ramp, and then proceed to step 7 on
page 191.
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6If you selected Bursty in step 4, you can specify the burst band-
width as a percentage of the line rate, or by specifying the burst
gap interval.
To configure a bursty load, under Burst Config, do the following:
aSelect one of the following:
bUnder No of Bursts, select Fixed, and then specify the fixed
number of bursts (up to 65,535), or select Continuous.
cProceed to step 8 on page 192.
To… Select…
Specify the gap between
bursts
Burst Gap, and then do the
following:
– Select the time interval
(sec, msec, usec, or nsec)
– Type the gap and burst
times in the corresponding
fields.
Specify the load as a percent-
age of the bandwidth
%BW, and then type the load
and frames per burst (up to
16,500,000) in the correspond-
ing fields.
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7If you selected Ramp in step 4, you must specify a percentage of
bandwidth and a time interval for each step in the ramp.
To specify the ramp traffic parameters, do the following:
aIn Time Step (sec), type the number of seconds to transmit
each step in the ramp.
bIn Load Step (%BW), type the percentage of bandwidth to
transmit for each step in the ramp.
cOptional. If you want to stop the load from ramping when
errored frames or dropped frames occur, under Stop Load
Increment, select the corresponding option, and then type the
number of frames which will stop the ramp.
The TestPad will continue to transmit traffic when the ramp
stops; however, the traffic bandwidth will not be incremented. A
message will appear in the message display to let you know the
ramp was halted.
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dProceed to step 8 on page 192.
8Select OK to return to the main window, or select another tab to
continue configuring your test.
9Optional. If you want to configure the traffic load for a second port,
select the port, and then repeat step 3 through step 8.
The traffic load is configured.
Defining receive
profiles
Defining a receive profile involves selecting the profile to define, and
then specifying the characteristics of the frames you want to monitor.
You can define up to four receive profiles on the Rx Profiles setup tab.
To define a receive profile
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the profile; other-
wise, proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–MON > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–THRU > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic (dual port units
only)
–TERM > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–MON > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–THRU > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic (dual port units)
–TERM > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
NOTE:
If you select Dropped Frames as the trigger, you must loop up the
far-end FST-2802 to receive valid results. If you do not loop up the
far-end FST-2802, and you select the Dropped Frames trigger, the
ramp will stop soon after it starts because the near-end FST-2802
will compare the number of frames transmitted to the number of
frames received to determine whether frames were dropped. In
other words, the ramp will stop because the test is not configured
properly; not because elements in the network dropped the frames.
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3Select SETUP > Rx Profiles.
4If you are filtering traffic with a BERT pattern in the payload, under
Rx Payload, select Tx = Rx to monitor traffic with the same BERT
pattern specified in the Transmit (Tx) profile, or select a BERT
pattern for the filter.
5Under Settings, in Profiles, select the profile you want to define.
6Specify the frame characteristics for the traffic filtered using the
profile.
In… Do this…
Des ID Filter – If you want to monitor frames sent to a
specific port, select Yes, and then type the
destination ID in Destination ID using a 3
byte format.
– If you want to monitor all frames regard-
less of their destination, select Don’t Care.
Src ID Filter – If you want to monitor frames sent from a
specific port, select Yes, and then type the
source ID in Source ID using a 3 byte for-
mat.
– If you want to monitor all frames regard-
less of their source, select Don’t Care.
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7Select OK.
8Optional. If you want to define a receive profile for a second port,
select the port, and then repeat step 3 through step 7.
The profile is stored and the main window appears.
Defining transmit
profiles
Defining a transmit profile involves selecting the profile to define, and
then specifying the characteristics for each frame the TestPad trans-
mits using the profile. Although the frame payload is not part of the
profile, you also select the type of payload to transmit (Acterna or
BERT) on the Tx Profiles tab.
To define a transmit profile
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the profile; other-
wise, proceed to step 2.
Data Filter – If you want to monitor frames of a specific
data type, select Yes, and then type the
code representing the type in Data Type
using a 1 byte format.
– If you want to monitor all frames regard-
less of their data type, select Don’t Care.
Seq Filter – If you want to monitor frames in a specific
sequence, select Yes, and then type the
sequence count in Sequence Cnt using a
2 byte, hexadecimal format.
– If you want to monitor all frames regard-
less of sequence, select Don’t Care.
Routing Filter – If you want to monitor frames with the
same routing control code, select Yes, and
then type the code in Routing Ctrl using a
1 byte format.
– If you want to monitor all frames regard-
less of their routing control code, select
Don’t Care.
In… Do this…
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2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–TERM > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
3Select SETUP > Tx Profiles.
4If you want to transmit frames without a payload, proceed to
step 5. If you want to transmit an Acterna payload or BERT
pattern, under Payload, select one of the following:
–Acterna. To transmit frames with a time stamp and sequence
number, select Acterna. You must select an Acterna payload
to measure round trip delay and count lost frames.
–BERT Pattern. If you want to perform a BER test on a
switched (layer 2) network, select BER Pattern to populate the
payload by repeating a specific BER pattern, and then select
the BER pattern to transmit in the payload.
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5Under Settings, in Profiles, select the profile you want to define,
and then specify the frame characteristics for the traffic trans-
mitted using the profile.
6Select OK.
7Optional. If you want to define a transmit profile for a second port,
select the port, and then repeat step 3 through step 6.
The profile is stored and the main window appears.
In… Do this…
Destination ID Type the destination ID of the port the frames
will be transmitted to using a 3 byte format.
Originator ID Type the originator exchange ID for the
frames using a 2 byte hexadecimal format.
Length Select the arrow to the right of the field to dis-
play a drop-down menu of field lengths. The
default length is 512 bytes. You can select:
–28 (no payload), 76, 512, 1024, 1536, or
2076 for Acterna payloads.
–28 (no payload), 32, 512, 1024, 1536, or
2076 for BERT payloads.
–User Defined, and then specify a length
ranging from 28 to 2076 bytes for BERT
payloads, or 76 to 2076 bytes for an
Acterna payload.
NOTE: If you select a 28 byte (no payload)
frame length for an Acterna payload, no
results associated with a payload will be avail-
able since no payload is transmitted in the
frames.
Sequence ID Type the sequence ID for the frames using a
2 byte hexadecimal format.
Source ID Type the source ID for the port transmitting
the frames using a 3 byte format.
Responder ID Type the responder ID for the frames using a
2 byte hexadecimal format.
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End-to-end testing
End-to-end testing allows you to verify that a provisioned path will
carry Fibre Channel traffic generated from one TestPad to a second
TestPad on the far end of a circuit (see Figure 20 on page 105).
To perform an end-to-end test
1Establish connectivity (see “Establishing connectivity” on
page 185), and then do one of the following.
– If you are performing the test on a switched (layer 2) Fibre
Channel network, proceed to step 2.
– If you are performing the test on an unswitched (layer 1) point-
to-point network, proceed to step 5 on page 199.
2Select SETUP > Tx Profiles.
3Under Payload, select one of the following:
–Acterna. To transmit frames with a time stamp and sequence
number, select Acterna. You must select an Acterna payload
to measure round trip delay and count lost frames.
–BERT Pattern. To populate the payload by repeating a specific
BERT pattern, select BERT Pattern, and then select the
pattern to transmit in the payload. You must select the BERT
Pattern payload to perform BER testing on a switched (layer 2)
network.
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4Select or define a profile:
For additional information on transmit profiles, see “Defining
transmit profiles” on page 194.
To… Do this…
Select an existing pro-
file with the source ID
of the TestPad on the
far end as the desti-
nation ID for the traf-
fic.
Under Selections, select the profile.
Define a profile with the
far end TestPad’s
source ID as the des-
tination ID for the traf-
fic.
– Under Settings, select the profile to
define from the Profiles field.
–In Destination ID, select the arrow to
the right of the field to display a key-
pad. Using the keypad, type the
source ID of the TestPad on the far
end, and then select OK to enter the
ID in the field.
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5Do one of the following to configure the traffic load:
– If you specified or defined a transmit profile in step 4, select
Traffic, and then configure the load (see “Configuring the
traffic load” on page 188).
– If you didn’t specify or define a transmit profile (because you
are performing the test on an unswitched point-to-point
network), select SETUP > Traffic, and then configure the load.
6Select OK to return to the main window.
– If you are performing an end-to-end test using a second port,
repeat step 1 through step 6 for the second port before
proceeding to step 7.
7On the TestPad on the far end of the circuit, do the following:
– If you are performing the test on a switched (layer 2) network,
repeat step 2 through step 6.
– If you are performing the test on an unswitched (layer 1) point-
to-point network, repeat step 5 and step 6.
8On both TestPads, turn the laser on by selecting the Laser OFF
button for each active port.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
9On both TestPads, for each active port, select Start Traffic to
transmit traffic over the circuit.
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10 View and verify results for each transmitting TestPad on the
Results Display of the receiving TestPad.
BER testing on
unswitched
(layer 1) networks
If you are testing on an unswitched network, when you perform an
end-to-end test, you can transmit BER patterns in the bit stream to
determine the ratio of erroneous bits to the total bits received.
To perform BER test on an unswitched network
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the profile; other-
wise, proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–MON > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 1 BERT
–TERM > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 1 BERT
–THRU > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 1 BERT (dual port units
only)
–MON > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 1 BERT
–THRU > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 1 BERT (dual port units
only)
–TERM > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 1 BERT
3Select SETUP > BERT, and then select one of the following
patterns:
To… Select…
– Test random jitter at a BER of 10-12
– Test asymmetry of transition times
HFPAT
– Test low frequency random jitter
– Test PLL tracking errors
LFPAT
Test random and deterministic jitter (combined) MFPAT
Emulate a worst case scenario for deterministic
jitter
RDPAT
Stress timing margins in the received eye by
exposing the data sampling circuits to large
systematic phase jumps
JTPAT
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4Optional. If you want to insert bit errors or code violations into the
bit stream, select the Error tab, and then do the following:
5Select OK to return to the main window.
– If you want to perform a BER test from a second port, select
the second port, and then repeat step 2 through step 5 for the
second port.
6For each active port, establish connectivity (see “Establishing
connectivity” on page 185).
7If you are performing the BERT in single port THRU mode (using
the MON application button), for each active port on the far end
TestPad, select Connect RX to TX.
8For each active port, start the traffic using the Start BERT Pattern
button.
Emulate a worse case scenario for power sup-
ply noise within network transceivers
SNPAT
To… Select…
Setup the TestPad to allow you
to insert BIT errors into the bit
stream
BIT.
– If you want the TestPad to
beep each time it receives a
bit error (or errors), under
Beep On Error, select ON.
– If you want to insert a rate of
bit errors, select Rate, and
then select the rate.
Setup the TestPad to allow you
to insert code violations into the
bit stream
Code Violations.
– If you want the TestPad to
beep each time it receives a
code violation (or violations),
under Beep On Error, select
ON.
– If you want to insert a rate of
code violations, select Rate,
and then select the rate.
To… Select…
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9For each active port, verify that the Pattern Sync LED is illumi-
nated in the LED result category.
10 Optional. To insert bit errors or code violations into the bit stream,
for each active port, select the Bit Error or CV Error button.
11 Verify the Error Stats: Bit Errors and Bit Error Rate results for each
active port on a Results Display.
BER testing on
switched (layer 2)
networks
If you are testing on a switched Fibre Channel network, when you
perform an end-to-end test you can transmit BER patterns in the frame
payload to determine the ratio of erroneous bits to the total bits
received.
To transmit a BER pattern on a switched network
1If your TestPad has two ports, select a port for the test; otherwise,
proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–MON > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–THRU > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic (dual port units
only)
–TERM > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–MON > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–THRU > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic (dual port units
only)
–TERM > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
3Select SETUP > Rx Profiles, and then define the receive profile
for the traffic you want to BERT (see “Defining receive profiles” on
page 192).
4Select the Tx Profiles tab, and then do the following:
aUnder Payload, select Bert Pattern, and then select 2^23-1,
Inv 2^23-1, 2^31-1, Inv 2^31-1, ALL ONES, ALL ZEROS, or
USER DEFINED.
bIf you selected USER DEFINED, type the user defined BER
pattern using a 4 byte hexadecimal format.
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5Optional. If you want to insert a framed bit error into the traffic,
select the Error tab, and then do the following:
aSelect Framed Bit.
bIf you want the TestPad to beep each time it receives a framed
bit (or bits), under Beep On Error, select ON.
cIf you want to insert a rate of framed bits, select Rate, and then
select the error rate.
6Select OK to return to the main window.
7Optional. If you want to transmit a BER pattern from the second
port, select the second port, and then repeat step 2 through
step 6.
8Establish connectivity (see “Establishing connectivity” on
page 185).
9For each active port, select Start Traffic to transmit the pattern
over the circuit.
10 For each active port, verify that the FRAME LED is illuminated.
11 Optional. To insert one or more framed bits into the traffic, for each
active port, select the Framed Bit Error button.
12 For each active port, verify the Error Stats: Bit Errors and Bit Error
Rate results on a Results Display.
Measuring service
disruption time
When you perform an end-to-end test, you can measure the service
disruption time resulting from a switch in service to a protect line.
To measure service disruption time
1Setup and configure an end-to-end test (see “End-to-end testing”
on page 197).
NOTE:
When performing a BERT on a switched (layer 2) network, Bit
Errors and Bit Error Rate results may indicate one or more physical
layer (layer 1) bit errors.
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2On the far end FST-2802, select SETUP > Traffic.
3When measuring service disruption time, we recommend transmit-
ting a constant load at 100 percent by specifying the following
parameters:
aLoad Type: Const
bLoad Unit: %BW
cConst Load: 100
4Select OK to return to the main window.
5Turn the laser on by selecting the Laser OFF button.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
6Select Start Traffic to transmit traffic over the circuit.
7On the near end FST-2802, clear the service disruption time by
selecting the Reset Svc Disruption action button.
8Initiate the switch to the protect line.
9Optional. If you want to measure service disruption time from a
second port, select the second port, and then repeat step 2
through step 8.
10 Verify the Link Stats: Svc Disruption (ms) result for each active
port on a Results Display.
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Transmitting
patterns
Using the FST-2802, you can stress the jitter and noise characteristics
of Fibre Channel components and systems by transmitting continuous
random test patterns (CRPAT), continuous jitter test patterns (CJPAT),
and the compliant supply noise pattern (CSPAT). To transmit a pattern,
you select the pattern on the Pattern tab, and then you establish
connectivity to a Fibre Channel link. Finally, you transmit the pattern
over the link.
To transmit a pattern
1If your TestPad has two ports, select a port for the test; otherwise,
proceed to step 2.
2On the application button bar, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–TERM > 1G Fiber Channel > Layer 2 Patterns
–TERM > 2G Fiber Channel > Layer 2 Patterns
3Select SETUP > Summary to display the setup tabs, and then
select Pattern.
NOTE:
These patterns are designed to test physical layer networks. By def-
inition, these framed patterns populate the Fibre Channel header
with invalid address information; therefore, these frames will not
traverse a layer 2, switched network. You must run pattern tests
using an end-to-end configuration at all times.
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The Pattern tab appears.
4Select a pattern:
5Select OK to return to the main window.
6Establish connectivity (see “Establishing connectivity” on
page 185).
7Turn the laser on by selecting the Laser OFF button.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
8Select Start Pattern to transmit the pattern over the circuit.
9Optional. If you want to transmit patterns from a second port,
select the port, and then repeat step 2 through step 8.
To… Select…
Emulate a worst case scenario for deter-
ministic jitter by transmitting packets with
a broad spectral content
CRPAT
Stress the timing margins in the received
eye by exposing the data sampling cir-
cuits to large systematic phase jumps.
CJPAT
Emulate a worse case scenario for power
supply noise within network transceivers.
CSPAT
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10 For each active port, verify results on the Results Display of the
TestPad. At a minimum, verify the following Pattern Stats results:
– Transmitted Frames
– Received Frames
– FCS Errored Frames
Loopback testing
Loopback testing allows you to generate and transmit Fibre Channel
traffic from one TestPad, and then loop the traffic back through a
second TestPad (see Figure 17 on page 102) or a hard loopback on
the far end of a circuit (see Figure 18 on page 103).
Using the Line
Loopback feature
You can manually perform a line loopback using two TestPads by
selecting the LLB button on the far end TestPad to loop frames back
to the originating TestPad.
To manually perform a line loopback
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the loopback test;
otherwise, proceed to step 2.
2Establish connectivity (see “Establishing connectivity” on
page 185).
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3Do one of the following:
– If you are performing the loopback on a point-to-point,
unswitched (layer 1) network, proceed to step 4.
– If you are performing the loopback on a switched (layer 2)
network, on the transmitting TestPad, configure the traffic port
(see step 3 through step 6 of “End-to-end testing” on
page 197).
4On the far end TestPad, turn the laser on by selecting Laser OFF.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
5On the far end TestPad, select LLB OFF to put the TestPad into
loopback mode.
NOTE:
If you want to filter the traffic looped back to the near end TestPad,
the parameters you specify in the transmit profile for the near end
TestPad must match the parameters specified in the receive profile
for the far end TestPad.
For example, if you want to loop back frames for a specific Routing
Control code, the same Routing Control code must be specified in
both profiles.
If you want to loop back all frames, select Don’t Care for each of
the receive profile parameters.
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The LLB OFF button changes to LLB ON.
6On the transmitting TestPad, select Start Traffic to transmit traffic
over the circuit to the TestPad on the far end.
7Optional. If you want to perform a line loopback from a second
port, select the second port, and then repeat step 2 through
step 6.
8For each active port, verify results on the Results Display of the
transmitting TestPad. At a minimum, verify the following results:
– Link Stats: Total Util%, Avg, Total Util %, Cur, and Total Util %
Peak.
– Error Stats: All results are 0.
Using the Automatic
Loopback feature
You can perform an automatic loopback on an unswitched network by
selecting the Loop Up button on the traffic generating TestPad. A
confirmation message from the TestPad on the far end appears in the
message display of the first TestPad informing you that the far end
TestPad is in loopback mode. The destination ID in the loopback
profile for the first TestPad is also automatically populated with the
source ID of the TestPad on the far end.
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When you configure TestPads for an automatic loopback test, you can
optionally specify text identifiers for each TestPad (for example, “Joe’s
2802” and “Sam’s 2802”). When the TestPads send confirmation
messages to each other indicating the status of the loopback, the
message will identify each TestPad using the text identifier.
To perform an automatic loopback
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the loopback test;
otherwise, proceed to step 2.
2Establish connectivity (see “Establishing connectivity” on
page 185).
3On the far end TestPad, select SETUP > Summary, and then do
the following:
– Select the Tx Profiles tab.
– Under Settings, in Profiles, select Loop Profile.
– In Source ID, type the source ID for the traffic looped back to
the traffic generating TestPad.
4Optional. If you want to provide an identifier in the confirmation
messages sent between TestPads, for each TestPad, do the
following:
aSelect SETUP > Summary to display the setup tabs.
NOTE:
After you establish the loop, you can change the source ID specified
for the traffic in the far end TestPad’s loopback profile. This will not
bring down the loop.
NOTE:
If you want to filter the traffic looped back to the near end TestPad,
the parameters you specify in the transmit profile for the near end
TestPad must match the parameters specified in the receive profile
for the far end TestPad.
For example, if you want to loop back frames for a specific Routing
Control code, the same Routing Control code must be specified in
both profiles.
If you want to loop back all frames, select Don’t Care for each of
the receive profile parameters.
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bSelect ID to display the ID tab, and then select Edit to display a
keypad.
cUsing up to ten characters, type the identifier for the TestPad,
and then select OK to store the identifier and return to the ID
tab.
dSelect OK to return to the main window.
5On the traffic generating TestPad, select Loop Up to put the
receiving TestPad on the far end into loopback mode.
A confirmation message from the TestPad on the far end appears
in the message display of the first TestPad informing you that the
far end TestPad is in loopback mode. The destination ID field of
the loopback profile is automatically updated with the source ID of
the far end TestPad.
6On the traffic generating TestPad, turn the laser on by selecting
Laser OFF.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
7On the traffic generating TestPad, select Start Traffic to transmit
traffic over the circuit to the TestPad on the far end.
8Optional. If you want to perform a loopback from a second port,
select the port, and then repeat step 2 through step 7.
9Verify results for each active port on the Results Display of the
traffic generating TestPad. At a minimum, verify the following
results:
– Link Stats: Total Util%, Avg, Total Util %, Cur, and Total Util %
Peak.
– Error Stats: All results are 0.
10 When the test is complete, for each active port, select Loop Down
to take the receiving port on the far end TestPad out of loopback
mode.
A confirmation message from the TestPad on the far end appears
in the message display of the first TestPad informing you that the
port on the far end TestPad is out of loopback mode.
Inserting a CRC
error
You can insert a CRC error when you perform end-to-end and loop-
back tests.
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To insert a CRC error
1If your TestPad has two ports, select the port for the error inser-
tion; otherwise, proceed to step 2.
2Using the application buttons, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–TERM > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–TERM > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
3Select SETUP > Summary to display the setup tabs, and then
select Error.
NOTE:
If you insert a CRC error on an unswitched point-to-point network
using two FST-2802s, and you want to receive the CRC back at the
originating TestPad, put the TestPad on the far end of the circuit in
THRU mode. See “Monitoring Fibre Channel traffic in single port
THRU mode” on page 215 for information on THRU mode.
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4To specify the error parameters, do the following:
5Select OK to store the error parameters and return to the main
window.
6Turn the laser on by selecting Laser OFF.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
7 Select Start Traffic to transmit traffic over the circuit.
8Select the CRC Errors action button to insert the error or burst of
errors.
9Optional. If you want to insert errors from a second port, select the
port, and then repeat step 3 through step 8.
The error is inserted into the traffic and is handled as follows:
– For end-to-end applications, the error is transmitted to the TestPad
on the far end of the circuit.
– For loopback applications, the error is typically looped back to the
TestPad. Consult your network element documentation to deter-
mine if the network element drops errored traffic.
To… Do this…
Specify that the TestPad
should beep whenever
a CRC error occurs
Under Beep on Error, select ON.
Insert a single CRC
error
Select SINGLE.
Insert a burst of CRC
errors
Select BURST.
A BURST (Qty) field appears.
– Select the arrow to the right of the
BURST (Qty) field to display a key-
pad.
– Using the keypad, type the number of
CRC errors to insert in the burst.
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Measuring round
trip delay
When you perform loopback tests, you can measure round trip delay
by transmitting an Acterna payload with frames of a pre-defined length
(28, 76, 512, 1024, 1536, or 2076 bytes). The Acterna payload carries
frames with time stamps, enabling the FST-2802 to calculate the round
drip delay.
To measure round trip delay
1Setup and configure a loopback test (see “Loopback testing” on
page 207).
2Select SETUP > Tx Profiles, and then do the following:
– Under Payload, select Acterna. The Acterna payload transmits
frames with a time stamp and sequence number. You must
select an Acterna payload to measure round trip delay.
–In
Length, select a pre-defined frame length (28, 76, 512,
1024, 1536, or 2076 bytes).
3Select OK to return to the main window.
4Turn the laser on by selecting Laser OFF.
The Laser OFF button changes to Laser ON.
5Select Start Traffic to transmit traffic over the circuit.
6Optional. If you want to measure round trip delay from the second
port, select Port 2, and then repeat step 2 through step 5.
7Verify results for each active port on the Results Display of the
transmitting TestPad. At a minimum, verify the following Link Stats
results:
–Delay, Max (us)
– Delay, Min (us)
– Delay, Avg (us)
NOTE:
When you measure round trip delay, you must implement a loop-
back on the far end of the circuit, and then transmit and receive an
Acterna payload with test frames from a FST-2802 on the near end
of the circuit. If you do not use a loopback, the test results will be
invalid.
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In-service testing
Using the FST-2802, you can monitor Fibre Channel traffic when the
network is in service. To perform in-service tests, you simply connect
the TestPad to a network device on the circuit, and then monitor the
Fibre Channel traffic on the circuit.
Monitoring traffic
using a splitter
You can monitor Fibre Channel traffic on a circuit by connecting the
TestPad to a splitter (see Figure 13 on page 97).
To monitor Fibre Channel traffic using a splitter
1If your TestPad has two ports, select a port for the test; otherwise,
proceed to step 2.
2On the application button bar, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–MON > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 1 BERT
–MON > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–MON > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 1 BERT
–MON > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
3Optional. If you want to monitor traffic from the second port, select
the second port.
4Using the correct cable for the splitter, connect one end of the
cable to the RX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the TX
jack of the splitter.
– If you are monitoring traffic on a second port, repeat this step
for the second port.
5Verify the Error Stats results for each active port.
Monitoring Fibre
Channel traffic in
single port THRU
mode
You can monitor Fibre Channel traffic on a circuit in THRU mode (see
Figure 14 on page 98).
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To monitor Fibre Channel traffic in single port THRU mode
1On the application button bar, select one of the following applica-
tions:
–MON > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 1 BERT
–MON > 1G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
–MON > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 1 BERT
–MON > 2G Fibre Channel > Layer 2 Traffic
2If you want to loop the frames received through to the transmitter
(instead of transmitting idle frames), select the Connect RX to TX
button.
3Using the correct cable for the switch, connect one end of the
cable to the TX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the RX
jack of the switch.
4Using the correct cable for the network access element, connect
one end of the cable to the RX jack of the TestPad, and the other
end to the TX jack of the network access element.
5Select Laser OFF to turn the laser on. The Laser OFF button
changes to Laser ON.
6Verify the Error Stats results on the Results Display.
Monitoring Fibre
Channel traffic in
dual port THRU
mode
If you have a dual port configuration, you can monitor full duplex Fibre
Channel traffic from both directions in THRU mode (see Figure 14 on
page 98). When you monitor traffic in dual port THRU mode, the
TestPad routes all traffic received on Port 1 to the transmit jack on Port
2, and all traffic received on Port 2 to the transmit jack on Port 1.
To monitor Fibre Channel traffic in dual port THRU mode
1Using the correct cable for the switch, connect one end of the
cable to the Port 1 TX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the
RX jack of the switch.
2Using the correct cable for the network access element, connect
one end of the cable to the Port 1 RX jack of the TestPad, and the
other end to the TX jack of the network access element.
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3Using the correct cable for the switch, connect one end of the
cable to the Port 2 TX jack of the TestPad, and the other end to the
RX jack of the switch.
4Using the correct cable for the network access element, connect
one end of the cable to the Port 2 RX jack of the TestPad, and the
other end to the TX jack of the network access element.
5For each port, do the following:
aSelect the port.
bOn the application button bar, select THRU > 1G Fibre
Channel > Layer 2 Traffic, or THRU > 2G Fibre Channel >
Layer 2 Traffic.
6Select Laser OFF to turn the laser on for both ports. The Laser
OFF button changes to Laser ON.
7Verify the Error Stats results for each active port.
NOTE:
When you select a MON (monitor) or TERM (terminate) application
after testing in THRU mode, the TestPad will automatically config-
ure both ports for the test you selected (using the default test
parameters), and the port selection buttons will be enabled allowing
you to control each port independently.
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Chapter 7
Test Results
This chapter describes test results for the FST-2802. Topics discussed
in this chapter are as follows:
–“About test results” on page 220
–“Summary results” on page 220
–“LED results” on page 222
–“Signal results” on page 223
–“Time results” on page 224
–“AutoNeg Status results” on page 224
–“Link Stats results” on page 227
–“Link Counts results” on page 228
–“Filter Stats results” on page 231
–“Filter Counts results” on page 232
–“Error Stats results” on page 234
–“Pattern Stats results” on page 237
–“Ping Stats results” on page 237
–“L1 Bert Stats results” on page 238
–“L2 Bert Stats results” on page 239
–“Custom results” on page 240
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About test results
After you connect the TestPad, results for the configured test automat-
ically accumulate. The result categories available depend on their
applicability to the test you configured. For example, if you configured
a port for an unframed BERT test, the Summary, LED, Signal, Time,
Error Stats, and L1 BERT Stats categories are available for the port.
Ping Stats, Pattern Stats, L2 BERT Stats categories are not available
because they are not applicable when performing an unframed BERT
test.
To view the results for your test, select a port and category in each
result pane.
Summary results
The Summary category automatically displays error results that are
non-zero, key results that are out-of-specification, or key informational
results. This allows quick access to the results without having to
search each category.
If an errored or out of specification result appears, the pane has a red
background. If only informational results appear, the pane has a white
background. If all Summary results are within the recommended spec-
ifications, no alarms are present, and no informational results apply,
the ALL SUMMARY RESULTS OK message appears in the result
pane with a green background (see Figure 34).
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When errors are detected, the summary result window lists each error
that occurred, and the result pane is red (see Figure 35).
Figure 34 All Summary Results OK display
Figure 35 Summary results
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LED results
The TestPad offers two types of LED results:
– Current and historical status and alarm LED results, displayed on
the LED display panel.
– LED test results displayed in the Results Display of the user inter-
face for the LED result category.
About status and
alarm LEDs
Current and historical Status and Alarm LEDs are provided on the LED
display panel. The inside column of LEDs indicate the current condi-
tion or state of the link; the outside column of LEDs indicate the histor-
ical condition of the link.
Status LEDs
The inside green LEDs for SIGNAL, SYNC, LINK ACTIVE, and
FRAME illuminate sequentially when the TestPad detects a signal,
obtains synchronization, recognizes a link is active, and then detects
frames. If a signal, synchronization, link or frame detection is lost, the
green Status LED extinguishes, and the red Alarm LED in the history
column illuminates indicating an error condition has occurred.
Alarm LEDs
The red Alarm LEDs illuminate when an error condition, such as a loss
of a signal or synchronization occurs. For the SIGNAL, SYNC, LINK
ACTIVE, and FRAME categories, the red LED illuminates in the
outside (History) column.
Figure 36 Dual port LED display panel
1 Gbps/2 Gbps
SIGNAL
SYNC
LINK ACTIVE
FRAME
SUMMARY
History
10/100 Mbps
SYNC
LINK ACTIVE
FRAME
SUMMARY
Port 1 Port 2
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For the SUMMARY category, the red LED illuminates in the inside
column whenever a summary error occurs. To view summary errors on
a results pane, select the Summary results category.
LED results
category
You can also view LED results by selecting the LED results category.
Tabl e 1 4 describes the LED results.
Signal results
The Signal results category displays the GBIC Status result, which
displays one of the following:
– If a supported GBIC is in the GBIC port, the type of Gigabit
Interface Converter (GBIC) the TestPad detects is displayed.
– If a GBIC which is not supported by the TestPad is in the GBIC
port, the result indicates that the GBIC is not supported.
– If no GBIC is detected, the result indicates that there is no
GBIC.
Table 14 LED results
LED When illuminated, indicates:
Frame Detect The TestPad has detected frames.
Link Active The link is active.
L1 Patt Sync The data contained on the incoming bit stream is
synchronized with a BERT pattern.
L2 Patt Sync The data contained inside the frame payload is syn-
chronized with a BERT pattern.
Signal Present A signal is present (1G and 2G tests only).
Sync Acquired Synchronization has been acquired.
Pause Frame
Detect*
The TestPad has detected valid pause frames.
* Only available when testing Ethernet.
VLAN Frame
Detect
The TestPad has detected VLAN Ethernet frames
as defined in IEEE 802.p/q. This LED only appears
for TestPads with the VLAN Tagging option.
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To view the GBIC Status result, use the Result Group button to set the
port for the GBIC, and then set the result category to Signal.
Time results
The Time category lists the current time, date, and the amount of time
that has elapsed since the last test restart. Ta bl e 1 5 describes Time
results. To view time results, set the result category to Time.
AutoNeg Status results
The AutoNeg Status category displays results associated with the
auto-negotiation of capabilities between two Ethernet devices.
Tabl e 1 6 describes 1G AutoNeg Status results; Tab l e 1 7 describes 10/
100 AutoNeg Status results. To view AutoNeg Status results, set the
result category to AutoNeg Status.
NOTE:
The Signal results category is only available for 1G Ethernet,
1G Fibre Channel, and 2G Fibre Channel tests.
Table 15 Time results
Test Result Description
Date The current day and month.
Elapsed Time The elapsed time in hours, minutes, and seconds
since the last test restart on the port.
Time The current time of day in hours, minutes, and sec-
onds.
NOTE:
AutoNeg Status results only appear when auto-negotiation is turned
ON on the TestPad.
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Table 16 1G AutoNeg Status results
Test Result Description
FDX Capable Indicates that the Ethernet link partner is full duplex
capable.
HDX Capable Indicates that the Ethernet link partner if half duplex
capable.
Link Adv Status Indicates that the FST-2802 has received a valid
auto-negotiation capability advertisement from the
Ethernet link partner and sent an acknowledge-
ment.
Link Config ACK Indicates that the Ethernet link partner has acknowl-
edged the receipt of a valid auto-negotiation capa-
bility advertisement from the FST-2802.
Pause Capable Indicates the flow control capabilities of the Ethernet
link partner. Those capabilities are:
–TX Only:
The Ethernet link partner will transmit PAUSE
frames to alert the FST-2802 to reduce the
transmitted bandwidth momentarily, however it
will not reduce its transmitted bandwidth if it
receives PAUSE frames.
–RX Only:
The Ethernet link partner will reduce its transmit-
ted bandwidth momentarily if it receives PAUSE
frames but it will not transmit PAUSE frames to
alert the FST-2802 to reduce the transmitted
bandwidth.
– TX and RX:
The Ethernet link partner will transmit PAUSE
frames to alert the FST-2802 to reduce the
transmitted bandwidth momentarily and it will
reduce its transmitted bandwidth momentarily if
it receives PAUSE frames
– Neither TX and RX:
The Ethernet link partner will not transmit
PAUSE frames to alert the FST-2802 to reduce
the transmitted bandwidth and it will not reduce
its transmitted bandwidth if it receives PAUSE
frames.
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Tabl e 1 7 describes 10/100 AutoNeg Status results.
Remote Fault If supported by the Ethernet link partner, indicates a
reason for auto-negotiation failure. If auto-negotia-
tion succeeded, the result will read “NO”.
Table 17 10/100 AutoNeg Status results
Test Result Description
100Base-TX
FDX
Indicates whether the Ethernet link partner is full
duplex capable at 100Base-TX (YES or NO).
100Base-TX
HDX
Indicates whether the Ethernet link partner is half
duplex capable at 100Base-TX (YES or NO).
10Base-T FDX Indicates whether the Ethernet link partner is full
duplex capable at 10Base-TX (YES or NO).
10Base-T HDX Indicates whether the Ethernet link partner is half
duplex capable at 10Base-TX (YES or NO).
Duplex Indicates the negotiated duplex setting for the link
(half or full).
Link Adv Status Indicates that the FST-2802 has received a valid
auto-negotiation capability advertisement from the
Ethernet link partner and sent an acknowledge-
ment.
Link Config ACK Indicates that the Ethernet link partner has acknowl-
edged the receipt of a valid auto-negotiation capa-
bility advertisement from the FST-2802.
Remote Fault If supported by the Ethernet link partner, indicates a
reason for auto-negotiation failure. If auto-negotia-
tion succeeded, the result will read “NO”.
Speed (Mbps) Indicates the negotiated speed setting for the link
(10 or 100 Mbps).
Table 16 1G AutoNeg Status results (Continued)
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Link Stats results
The Link Stats category lists link statistics such as the average frame
rate, peak frame rate, and the maximum, minimum, and average
round trip delay measurements. Tabl e 18 describes Link Stats results.
To view Link Stats results, set the result category to Link Stats.
Table 18 Link Stats results
Test Result Description
Delay, Avg (us) The average round trip delay calculated in micro-
seconds. You must originate an Acterna payload to
measure round trip delay. A unit in loopback mode
will display invalid results because it is not originat-
ing the traffic.
Delay, Max (us) The maximum round trip delay calculated in micro-
seconds. You must originate an Acterna payload to
measure round trip delay. A unit in loopback mode
will display invalid results because it is not originat-
ing the traffic.
Delay, Min (us) The minimum round trip delay calculated in micro-
seconds. You must originate an Acterna payload to
measure round trip delay. A unit in loopback mode
will display invalid results because it is not originat-
ing the traffic.
Frame Rate, Avg The average rate of received frames, expressed in
frames per second. The average is calculated over
the time period elapsed since the last test restart.
Frame Rate, Cur The current rate of received frames, expressed in
frames per second. This measurement is an aver-
age taken over the prior second of test time.
Frame Rate, Min The minimum rate of received frames over a one
second period, expressed in frames per second.
Frame Rate,
Peak
The maximum rate of received frames over a one
second period, expressed in frames per second.
Frame Size, Avg The average frame size of frames received since
frame detection.
Frame Size, Max The maximum frame size of frames received since
frame detection.
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Link Counts results
The Link Counts category lists link counts such as the number of
received frames, number of transmitted frames, and number of
unicast, multicast, or broadcast frames. The Received Frames result
includes errored frames; all other results count valid frames only.
To view Link Counts results, set the result category to Link Counts.
Frame Size, Min The minimum frame size of frames received since
frame detection.
Rx Mbps, Cur The current bandwidth utilized by the received traffic
expressed in megabits per second. This measure-
ment is an average taken over the prior second of
test time.
Svc Disruption
(ms)
The service disruption time (maximum inter-frame
gap) when service switches to a protect line calcu-
lated in milli-seconds.
Total Util %, Avg The average bandwidth utilized by the received traf-
fic, expressed as a percentage of the line rate of
available bandwidth since the last test restart. The
average is calculated over the time period elapsed
since the last test restart.
Total Util %, Cur The current bandwidth utilized by the received traffic
expressed as a percentage of the line rate of avail-
able bandwidth. This measurement is an average
taken over the prior second of test time.
Total Util %, Peak The peak bandwidth utilized by the received traffic
since the last test restart expressed as a percent-
age of the line rate of available bandwidth.
Tx Mbps, Cur The current bandwidth utilized by the transmitted
traffic expressed in megabits per second. This mea-
surement is an average taken over the prior second
of test time.
Table 18 Link Stats results (Continued)
Test Result Description
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Table 19 Link Counts results
Test Result Description
>1023 Byte Frames A count of Ethernet frames with a length
greater than 1023 bytes.
>2140 Byte Frames A count of Fibre Channel frames with a
length greater than 2140 bytes.
1024-2140 Byte Frames A count of Fibre Channel frames with
lengths between 1024 and 2140 bytes,
inclusive.
128-252 Byte Frames A count of Fibre Channel frames with
lengths between 128 and 252 bytes, inclu-
sive.
128-255 Byte Frames A count of Ethernet frames with lengths
between 128 and 255 bytes, inclusive.
256-508 Byte Frames A count of Fibre Channel frames with
lengths between 256 and 508 bytes, inclu-
sive.
256-511 Byte Frames A count of Ethernet frames with lengths
between 256 and 511 bytes, inclusive.
28-64 Byte Frames A count of Fibre Channel frames with
lengths between 28 and 64 bytes, inclu-
sive.
512-1020 Byte Frames A count of Fibre Channel frames with
lengths between 512 and 1020 bytes,
inclusive.
512-1023 Byte Frames A count of Ethernet frames with lengths
between 512 and 1023 bytes, inclusive.
64 Byte Frames A count of Ethernet frames with a length of
64 bytes.
65-127 Byte Frames A count of Ethernet frames with lengths
between 65 and 127 bytes, inclusive.
68-124 Byte Frames A count of Fibre Channel frames with
lengths between 68 and 124 bytes, inclu-
sive.
Broadcast Frames The number of Ethernet broadcast frames
received since the last test restart.
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Multicast Frames The number of Ethernet multicast frames
received since the last test restart.
PAUSE Frames A count of PAUSE frames received from a
remote Ethernet device. PAUSE frames
are utilized for flow control and alert the
transmitting device that it must reduce the
outgoing frame rate or risk a receiver over-
flow on the far end, resulting in dropped
traffic.
Received Frames A count of frames received since the last
test restart, including errored frames.
Rx Acterna Frames A count of received Acterna frames,
excluding errored frames.
Rx Collisions A count of the number of times the Test-
Pad has received a jam signal while it was
not transmitting frames. Result only
appears for half-duplex 10/100 Ethernet
tests.
Transmitted Frames A count of frames transmitted since the
last test restart. This result does not
appear when testing in Monitor mode.
Tx Collisions A count of the number of times the Test-
Pad has transmitted a frame, and then
received a jam signal in the time slot for
the frame. Result only appears for half-
duplex 10/100 Ethernet tests.
Tx Defers A count of the number of times the trans-
mitter prepared to send traffic, and then
was forced to defer based on link activity.
Result only appears for half-duplex 10/100
Ethernet tests.
Tx Late Collisions A count of the number of times the Test-
Pad has transmitted a frame, and then
experiences a collision more than 64 byte
times after the transmission begins. Result
only appears for half-duplex 10/100 Ether-
net tests.
Table 19 Link Counts results (Continued)
Test Result Description
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Filter Stats results
The Filter Stats category lists link statistics for filtered traffic such as
the average frame rate, peak frame rate, and the maximum, minimum,
and average round trip delay measurements. Table 20 describes Filter
Stats results. To view Filter Stats results, set the result category to
Filter Stats.
Unicast Frames The number of Ethernet unicast frames
received since the last test restart.
VLAN Frames A count of VLAN frames as defined in
IEEE 802.p/q. This result only appears for
TestPads with the VLAN Tagging option.
Table 19 Link Counts results (Continued)
Test Result Description
Table 20 Filter Stats results
Test Result Description
Frame Rate, Avg The average rate of filtered frames, expressed in
frames per second. The average is calculated over
the time period elapsed since the last test restart.
Frame Rate, Cur The current rate of filtered frames, expressed in
frames per second. This measurement is an aver-
age taken over the prior second of test time.
Frame Rate, Min The minimum rate of filtered frames over a one sec-
ond period, expressed in frames per second.
Frame Rate,
Peak
The maximum rate of filtered frames over a one
second period, expressed in frames per second.
Frame Size, Max The maximum frame size of filtered frames received
since frame detection.
Frame Size, Min The minimum frame size of filtered frames received
since frame detection.
Delay, Avg The average round trip delay calculated in micro-
seconds. You must transmit an Acterna payload to
calculate round trip delay.
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Filter Counts results
The Filter Counts results category displays counts for filtered traffic
such as the number of received frames, and the number of received
frames with an Acterna payload. Ta bl e 21 describes Filter Counts
results. To view Filter Counts results, set the result category to Filter
Counts.
Delay, Max The maximum round trip delay calculated in micro-
seconds. You must transmit an Acterna payload to
calculate round trip delay.
Delay, Min The minimum round trip delay calculated in micro-
seconds. You must transmit an Acterna payload to
calculate round trip delay.
Util %, Avg The average bandwidth utilized by the filtered traffic,
expressed as a percentage of the line rate of avail-
able bandwidth since the last test restart. The aver-
age is calculated over the time period elapsed since
the last test restart.
Util %, Cur The current bandwidth utilized by the filtered traffic
expressed as a percentage of the line rate of avail-
able bandwidth. This measurement is an average
taken over the prior second of test time.
Util %, Peak The peak bandwidth utilized by the filtered traffic
since the last test restart expressed as a percent-
age of the line rate of available bandwidth.
Table 20 Filter Stats results (Continued)
Test Result Description
Table 21 Filter Counts results
Test Result Description
>1023 Byte Frames A count of filtered Ethernet frames with a
length greater than 1023 bytes.
>2140 Byte Frames A count of filtered Fibre Channel frames
with a length greater than 2140 bytes.
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1024-2140 Byte Frames A count of filtered Fibre Channel frames
with lengths between 1024 and 2140
bytes, inclusive.
128-252 Byte Frames A count of filtered Fibre Channel frames
with lengths between 128 and 252 bytes,
inclusive.
128-255 Byte Frames A count of filtered Ethernet frames with
lengths between 128 and 255 bytes, inclu-
sive.
256-508 Byte Frames A count of filtered Fibre Channel frames
with lengths between 256 and 508 bytes,
inclusive.
256-511 Byte Frames A count of filtered Ethernet frames with
lengths between 256 and 511 bytes, inclu-
sive.
28-64 Byte Frames A count of filtered Fibre Channel frames
with lengths between 28 and 64 bytes,
inclusive.
512-1020 Byte Frames A count of filtered Fibre Channel frames
with lengths between 512 and 1020 bytes,
inclusive.
512-1023 Byte Frames A count of filtered Ethernet frames with
lengths between 512 and 1023 bytes,
inclusive.
64 Byte Frames A count of filtered Ethernet frames with a
length of 64 bytes.
65-127 Byte Frames A count of filtered Ethernet frames with
lengths between 65 and 127 bytes, inclu-
sive.
68-124 Byte Frames A count of filtered Fibre Channel frames
with lengths between 68 and 124 bytes,
inclusive.
Broadcast Frames The number of filtered Ethernet broadcast
frames received since the last test restart.
Multicast Frames The number of filtered Ethernet multicast
frames received since the last test restart.
Table 21 Filter Counts results (Continued)
Test Result Description
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Error Stats results
The Error Stats category lists error statistics such as the number of
symbol errors, FCS errored frames, and runts. Tab l e 22 describes
Error Stats results. To view Error Stats results, set the result category
to Error Stats.
Rx Acterna Frames A count of filtered frames with an Acterna
payload, excluding errored frames.
Unicast Frames The number of filtered Ethernet unicast
frames received since the last test restart.
Valid Rx Frames A count of filtered frames received since
the last test restart, including errored
frames.
VLAN Frames A count of filtered VLAN frames as defined
in IEEE 802.p/q. This result only appears
for TestPads with the VLAN Tagging
option.
Table 21 Filter Counts results (Continued)
Test Result Description
Table 22 Error Stats results
Test Result Description
Code Violation
Rate
The rate of frames with code violations, expressed
in frames per second. This measurement is an aver-
age taken over the prior second of test time.
Code Violations A count of each invalid 10-bit code word in the bit
stream.
Code Violation
Secs
A count of the number of seconds during which
code violations occurred.
CRC Errored
Frames
A count of Fibre Channel frames containing Cyclic
Redundancy Check (CRC) errors.
Errored Frames A summed count of FCS Errored Frames (Ether-
net), CRC Errored Frames (Fibre Channel), Runts,
Jabbers, Undersized Frames, and Oversized
Frames.
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FCS Errored
Frames*
A count of Ethernet frames containing Frame Check
Sequence (FCS) errors. When receiving Ethernet
jumbo frames containing FCS errors, the FCS error
count does not increment. Instead, these frames
are counted as Jabbers.
* For Ethernet ping applications, the FCS Errored
Frames result is the only result displayed in the
Error Stats category. The other Error Stats results
are not applicable.
Fibre Runts A count of received Fibre Channel frames that have
a byte value less than the minimum 28 byte frame
length containing CRC errors.
Fibre Jabbers A count of received Fibre Channel frames that have
a byte value greater than the maximum 2140 frame
length and an errored CRC.
Frame Loss
Ratio
The ratio of frames lost to the number of frames
expected.
Jabbers A count of received Ethernet frames that have a
byte value greater than the maximum 1518 frame
length (or 1522 bytes for VLAN tagged frames) and
an errored FCS.
Lost Frames A count of lost Acterna test frames. For example, if
the TestPad detects sequence numbers: 1, 2, 3, 6,
7, 8, (frames 4 and 5 were not detected), the lost
frame count is incremented by two (frames 4 and 5
are lost). If the TestPad then detects sequence
numbers 9, 10, 14, 15, 16 (frames 11, 12, and 13
are missing), the lost frame count is incremented by
three, resulting in a total count of five lost frames.
NOTE: If the TestPad receives errored frames con-
taining errors in the sequence number field, the Lost
Frames count will be incorrect.
Table 22 Error Stats results (Continued)
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Out of Seq
Frames
A count of each instance where the TestPad detects
out of sequence Acterna test frames. For example,
if the TestPad detects sequence numbers: 1, 2, 3, 6,
7, 8, (frame 6 is detected immediately following
frame 3), the out of sequence count is incremented
by one, resulting in a count of one instance of out of
sequence frames. If the TestPad then detects
sequence numbers 9, 10, 14, 15, 16 (frame 14 is
detected immediately following frame 10), the out of
sequence number is incremented again by one,
resulting in a total count of two instances of out of
sequence frames.
Oversized
Frames
A count of frames over the maximum 1518 byte
(Ethernet) or 2140 byte (Fibre Channel) frame
length with no FCS or CRC errors.
NOTE: If the TestPad is set up to transmit jumbo
Ethernet frames, frames exceeding 1518 bytes (or
1522 bytes for VLAN tagged frames) are not consid-
ered oversized.
Runts A count of Ethernet frames under the minimum 64
byte frame length containing Frame Check
Sequence (FCS) errors.
Symbol Errors A count of invalid 10-bit code words received on the
physical layer. This result will not increment more
than one time per frame.
Undersized
Frames
A count of frames under the minimum 64 byte
(Ethernet) or 24 byte (Fibre Channel) frame length
with no FCS or CRC errors.
Table 22 Error Stats results (Continued)
Test Result Description
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Pattern Stats results
The Pattern Stats category displays results associated with the trans-
mission of patterns over a circuit. Ta b l e 2 3 describes Pattern Stats
results. To view Pattern Stats results, transmit a pattern over a circuit,
and then set the result category to Pattern Stats.
Ping Stats results
The Ping Stats category displays results associated with the transmis-
sion of Ethernet Ping packets. Tab le 24 describes Ping Stats results.
To view Ping Stats results transmit a ping packet (or packets) over a
circuit, and then set the result category to Ping Stats.
Table 23 Pattern Stats results
Test Result Description
Received
Frames
The number of valid and errored frames received
since the link was established.
Transmitted
Frames
The number of frames transmitted since the link
was established.
Table 24 Ping Stats results
Test Result Description
Lost Pings Count of Ping requests sent by the FST-2802 for
which replies were not received within 3 seconds.
Ping Requests Rx Count of the Ping requests received by the FST-
2802 (in other words, requests sent to the FST-
2802’s IP address) from another Layer 3 device on
the network.
Ping Requests Tx Count of the ping requests sent from the FST-
2802.
Ping Responses
Rx
Count of the replies received in response to the
ping requests sent by the FST-2802.
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L1 Bert Stats results
The L1 Bert Stats category displays results associated with the trans-
mission of BER patterns on a layer 1 (unswitched) network. Tab le 25
describes L1 Bert Stats results. To view L1 Bert Stats results, transmit
a BER pattern over a layer 1 network, and then set a result category
to L1 Bert Stats.
Ping Responses
Tx
Count of the Ping replies sent by the FST-2802 in
response to the ping requests sent to the FST-
2802. Each time a ping request is received, the
FST-2802 replies and this counter is incremented
by one.
Delay, Avg (ms) The round trip delay for all pings sent and suc-
cessfully received by the FST-2802 since the last
test restart. Calculated in milliseconds.
Delay (ms) The round trip delay for the last ping sent and suc-
cessfully received by the FST-2802. Calculated in
milliseconds.
Delay, Max (ms) The maximum round trip delay for the pings sent
and successfully received by the FST-2802. Cal-
culated in milliseconds.
Delay, Min (ms) The minimum round trip delay for the pings sent
and successfully received by the FST-2802. Cal-
culated in milliseconds.
Table 24 Ping Stats results (Continued)
Test Result Description
Table 25 L1 Bert Stats results
Test Result Description
BIT Error Rate The ratio of pattern bit errors to received pattern
bits since initially acquiring pattern synchroniza-
tion.
BIT Errored Sec-
onds
The number of seconds during which one or more
pattern bit errors occurred since initial pattern syn-
chronization.
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L2 Bert Stats results
The L2 Bert Stats category displays results associated with the trans-
mission of BER patterns on a layer 2 (switched) network. Tabl e 26
describes L2 Bert Stats results. To view L2 Bert Stats results, transmit
traffic with a BER pattern in the payload over a layer 2 network, and
then set a result category to L2 Bert Stats.
BIT Errors A count of the number of received bits in a recog-
nized pattern that do not match the expected
value.
Total Bits
Received
The total number of bits received since initial pat-
tern synchronization.
Table 25 L1 Bert Stats results (Continued)
Test Result Description
Table 26 L2 Bert Stats results
Test Result Description
BIT Error Rate The ratio of pattern bit errors to received pattern
bits since initially acquiring frame synchronization.
NOTE: This ratio is determined using only the bits
in the payload of the frame.
BIT Errored Sec-
onds
The number of seconds during which one or more
pattern bit errors occurred since initial frame syn-
chronization.
BIT Errors A count of the number of received bits in a recog-
nized pattern that do not match the expected value
since initially acquiring frame synchronization.
Total Bits
Received
The total number of bits received since initial frame
synchronization.
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Custom results
In addition to the standard result categories provided on the TestPad,
you can define your own Custom result category with test results from
a variety of categories. This allows you to quickly review key results
without navigating through each individual category.
To view results for the Custom category
– On a result pane, set the result group to Custom Port 1 or
Custom Port 2.
The Custom Results category appears, listing the results you selected
when you defined the category (see “Defining the Custom result cate-
gory” on page 45).
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Chapter 8
Troubleshooting
This chapter describes how to identify and correct problems related to
the FST-2802. Topics discussed in this chapter are as follows:
–“About troubleshooting” on page 242
–“Resolving problems” on page 242
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About troubleshooting
You may experience problems while using the FST-2802. Many of
these problems are easily remedied. If you experience significant
problems with the FST-2802, contact the Technical Assistance Center
(see “Technical assistance” on page xxiii).
Resolving problems
The following section describes common problems that you may
encounter while using the FST-2802. Before getting technical assis-
tance, verify that you have exhausted all possibilities.
Installing and
setting up
The unit will not power up.
– Check the power source and restart the unit.
– Verify that the unit is locked between the UIM and the FST-2802.
The unit will not power up if the TestPad is not properly assem-
bled. See “Connecting and swapping application modules” on
page 28.
– Verify that you are connecting the FST-2802 application module to
a Version 6 UIM.
Operating the
TestPad
Test results do not print.
– Verify that the printer cable is properly connected to the TestPad.
Refer to “Connecting a printer” on page 49 for instructions on
connecting a printer to the TestPad.
– If you are printing to a serial printer, verify that the printer is config-
ured properly. See “Configuring a serial printer” on page 50.
– Verify that the printer is turned on and that it is loaded with paper.
Performing tests
Test results are inconsistent.
The primary reason for inconsistent test results is improper hookup of
the test connectors.
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Resolving problems
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– Verify that the TestPad is connected properly for the test. Refer to
“Step 2: Connecting the TestPad for testing” on page 96 for infor-
mation about test connections.
– Verify that the TestPad is configured properly for the test you are
performing.
I cannot perform a loopback test using a hard loopback at the far end of the
network.
– If you are testing on switched Ethernet network, you must use two
TestPads as end stations on a circuit. For a detailed explanation of
Ethernet switching, refer to “Ethernet switching” on page 115.
– If you are testing on an unswitched Ethernet network, you can use
a hard loopback at the far end of the circuit.
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Appendix A
Specifications
This appendix describes the TestPad’s specifications. Topics
discussed in this appendix are as follows:
–“Physical specifications” on page 246
–“Environmental specifications” on page 246
–“Power specifications” on page 247
–“Electrical specifications” on page 247
–“GBIC specifications” on page 248
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Physical specifications
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Physical specifications
The physical characteristics for the TestPad are described in Table 27.
Environmental specifications
The environmental characteristics for the TestPad are described in
Tabl e 2 8 .
Table 27 Physical specifications
Item Description
Height 7.2 inches (18.3 cm)
Width 13.6 inches (34.5 cm)
Depth 2.2 inches (5.6 cm)
Weight 5.5 lbs with battery (2.5 kg)
Table 28 Environmental specifications
Item Description
Temperature
Operating
Storage
32°F to 113°F (0°C to +40°C)
-4°F to 158°F (-20°C to +70°C)
Humidity 5% to 85% relative humidity, non-condensing
Shock/drop height 40 inches onto concrete
Appendix A Specifications
Power specifications
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Power specifications
The power characteristics for the TestPad are described in Table 29.
Electrical specifications
The FST-2802 10/100 Base-TX interface conforms to IEEE 802.3
electrical requirements. The electrical specifications for the 10 Mb/s
interface are described in Tab l e 3 0; the electrical specifications for the
100 Mb/s interfaces are described in Table 31.
Table 29 Power specifications
Item Description
Battery Rechargeable10.8V Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH)
Operating time Single port configuration:
– Typically provides a minimum of 1 hour of
operation.
Dual port configuration:
– Typically provides a minimum of 40 minutes of
operation.
Recharging
period
Minimum of 1.5 hours
AC adapter 19VDC, 2.95 amps / 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Table 30 10 Mb/s interface electrical specifications
Specification Description
Cable Cat-5 (or better) 100 Ohm STP cable, ≤100
meters.
Twisted pair differential
Output voltage
Input squelch threshold
Input voltage range
2.2 MIN Vpk, 2.5 TYP Vpk, 2.8 MAX Vpk
.310 MIN Vpk, .540 MAX Vpk
3.3V MAX
Output jitter ±5.5 ns pk-pk MAX
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GBIC specifications
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GBIC specifications
Each of the optional SX and LX GBICs offered by Acterna complies
with the Revision 5.5 GBIC specification. The copper and long-haul
GBICs comply with the Revision 5.4 GBIC specification. Please refer
to your GBIC manufacturer’s site for detailed specifications.
For a complete list of GBICs offered by Acterna, see “GBIC accesso-
ries” on page 9.
Input jitter ±13.5 ns pk-pk MAX
Table 31 100 Mb/s interface electrical specifications
Specification Description
Cable Cat-5 (or better) 100 Ohm STP cable, ≤100
meters.
Twisted pair differential
Output voltage
Input squelch threshold
Input voltage range
.950 MIN Vpk, 1.000 TYP Vpk, 1.050 MAX
Vpk
.166 MIN Vpk, .500 MAX Vpk
3.3V MAX
Output jitter ±.7 ns pk-pk MAX
Input jitter ±3.0 ns pk-pk MAX
Table 30 10 Mb/s interface electrical specifications
Specification Description
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Appendix B
Remote Control Commands
This appendix describes remote control operation and lists each of the
available remote control commands. This guide also provides prepa-
ration, setup, and syntax instructions for the FST-2802 remote opera-
tion. Topics discussed in this appendix are as follows:
–“About the remote control function” on page 250
–“Characteristics of remote control commands” on page 250
–“Configuration commands” on page 251
–“Result commands” on page 269
–“Event commands” on page 285
–“Miscellaneous commands” on page 287
Appendix B Remote Control Commands
About the remote control function
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About the remote control function
You can connect to the TestPad via modem dial-in or dial-out,
Ethernet, USB, and serial connections. Figure 37 illustrates a typical
connection between a device and a TestPad.
For details on establishing connections to the FST-2802 for remote
control operation, see Chapter 3 “Serial and Network Connections”.
Characteristics of remote control commands
You type remote control commands into a terminal emulation applica-
tion, such as HyperTerminal. When typing commands:
– Use lower-case characters
– Press Backspace to erase the last character entered
– Type commands in the same sequence as you would perform
them when using the TestPad.
– Be sure to specify the port_ID for each command. For single port
units, the port_ID is always port_1. For dual port units, you must
specify port_1 or port_2.
Figure 37 PC to TestPad connection
PC
Network
Network
connection
Direct serial
connection
Laptop
Appendix B Remote Control Commands
Configuration commands
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The availability of a command depends on your current test configura-
tion. For example, the commands for a 1G pattern test are not avail-
able if you are performing a 10/100 ping test.
Configuration commands
Use configuration commands to set or query the parameters of the test
configuration for a port. These parameters can be a test type or a
specific value.
This section describes the command syntax for each type of configu-
ration command.
config
Displays or modifies a configuration parameter.
Syntax
config:<cfg_id?><port_id>
Displays the value of cfg_id for the port specified.
config:<cfg_id><port_id> [value]
Changes the value of cfg_id to value on the port specified.
Remark
If you do not specify value, the FST-2802 displays the current value
for the parameter.
Example
The following command sets the 1G pattern to CRPAT on port 1.
config:ethernet_pattern port_1 crpat
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Configuration commands
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Tabl e 3 2 lists system configuration identifiers and values.
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
error_burst_quantity Sets the number of burst
frames.
1 to 32767
error_insert_type Sets the type of FCS error to
insert.
single_insert,
quantity_burst_insert
error_type Sets the type of error to
insert.
ethernet_fcs
ether_fibre_bert_traffic Starts transmission of layer 1
BERT patterns.
ether_fibre_l1_bert_patt
ern
Sets the layer 1 BERT pat-
tern to the value specified.
Accepts one of the following
BERT patterns:
– hfpat
– lfpat
– mfpat
– rdpat
– jtpat
– snpat
ether_fibre_l2_bert_tx_e
ql_rx
Sets the transmitted BERT
pattern to the pattern speci-
fied in the receive profile.
on, off
ether_fibre_rx_l2_bert_p
att
Sets the BERT pattern for
the receive profile to the
value specified.
Accepts one of the following
BERT patterns:
– 2_23_1
– 2_23_1_inv
– 2_31_1
– 2_31_1_inv
– all_ones
– all_zeros
– User_Define
ether_fibre_rx_l2_user_p
att
Sets the user defined BERT
pattern for the transmit pro-
file. Valid only when
ether_fibre_rx_l2_ber
t_patt is set to User
Define.
Accepts a hexadecimal value
from 0 to FFFFFFFFFF, for
example, e57f.
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Configuration commands
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ether_fibre_tx_l2_bert_p
att
Sets the BERT pattern for
the transmit profile to the
value specified.
Accepts one of the following
BERT patterns:
–2_23_1
–2_23_1_inv
–2_31_1
–2_31_1_inv
–all_ones
–all_zeros
–User_Define
ether_fibre_tx_l2_user_p
att
Sets the user defined BERT
pattern for the transmit pro-
file. Valid only when
ether_fibre_tx_l2_ber
t_patt is set to User
Define.
Accepts a hexadecimal value
from 0 to FFFFFFFFFF, for
example, e57f.
ethernet_auto_negotiatio
n
Enables auto negotiation. on, off
ethernet_auto_negotiatio
n_100basetx_fdx
Advertises Ethernet
100BaseTx full-duplex capa-
ble.
yes, no
ethernet_auto_negotiatio
n_100basetx_hdx
Advertises Ethernet
100BaseTx half-duplex
capable.
yes, no
ethernet_auto_negotiatio
n_10baset_fdx
Advertises Ethernet
10BaseT full-duplex capa-
ble.
yes, no
ethernet_auto_negotiatio
n_10baset_hdx
Advertise Ethernet 10BaseT
half-duplex capable.
yes, no
ethernet_auto_negotiatio
n_1g_fdx
Advertises Ethernet 1000
Base X full-duplex capable.
yes, no
ethernet_auto_negotiatio
n_1g_hdx
Advertises Ethernet 1000
Base X half-duplex capable.
yes, no
ethernet_auto_negotiatio
n_1g_pause
Advertises Ethernet 1000
Base X pause capable.
neither, both, tx_only,
rx_only
ethernet_burst_frame_siz
e
Sets the size of burst
frames.
fixed, random
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
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254 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
ethernet_burst_load Sets traffic load to bursty.
ethernet_burst_numbers Sets the number of burst
frames. Valid only when
ethernet_burst_type is set to
FIXED.
Accepts a number from 1 to
65535.
ethernet_burst_size Sets burst size. If you type
“user”, you must also enter
the user-defined burst size
using the
ethernet_burst_user_s
ize configuration ID.
16, 64, 256, 1024, user
ethernet_burst_type Specifies finite number
(fixed) or a continuous burst
of frames.
fixed, continuous
ethernet_burst_user_size Sets user-defined burst size.
Valid only when
ethernet_burst_size is
set to user.
Accepts a number from 1 to
16500000.
ethernet_connect_rx_to_t
x
Tells the TestPad to loop the
frames received through to
the transmitter (instead of
transmitting idle frames)
when monitoring 1G traffic in
single port THRU mode.
on, off
ethernet_const_load Sets constant traffic load in
percentage of bandwidth uti-
lization.
Accepts a number from 1 to
100.
ethernet_duplex Sets duplex to half or full. half, full
ethernet_flow_control Enables or disables flow
control.
on, off
ethernet_llb Turns line loopback feature
on or off.
on, off
ethernet_load Sets the Ethernet traffic load
type.
burst, constant, ramp
ethernet_loop_down Issues loop down command. on, off
ethernet_loop_up Issues loop up command. on, off
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
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Configuration commands
FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A 255
ethernet_pattern Sets the Ethernet pattern. crpat, cjpat, cspat
ethernet_payload Sets the Ethernet transmit
frame payload type. If you
specify bert, you must also
specify the pattern for the
payload using the
ether_fibre_tx_l2_ber
t_patt command.
acterna, bert
ethernet_ping Turns ping packet transmis-
sion on or off.
on, off
ethernet_ping_address Specifies the IP address of
the device you are verifying
connectivity to.
Accepts an IP address, for
example: 128.118.200.4.
ethernet_ping_dont_fragm
ent
Specifies whether ping pack-
ets may be fragmented.
off, on
ethernet_ping_frame_type Sets the Ethernet frame type
for transmitted ping packets.
ethernet_type_2,
802_3_with_llc,
802_3_with_llc_and_sna
p
ethernet_ping_gateway Sets the IP address for the
router through which ping
traffic will be sent if the desti-
nation for the traffic is out-
side of the local subnet.
Accepts an IP address, for
example: 128.118.200.4.
ethernet_ping_jumbo_leng
th
Sets the frame length for
jumbo ping packets.
Accepts a number from 1493
to 9982 depending on the
frame type specified:
DIX:
1501 - 9982
802.3 w/LLC:
1497 - 9979
802.3 w/LLC and SNAP:
1493 - 9974
ethernet_ping_length Specifies the length type for
ping packets.
user, jumbo
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
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256 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
ethernet_ping_packet_cou
nt
Sets the number of ping
packets to transmit. Valid
only when
ethernet_ping_traffic
_type is set to multiple.
Accepts a number from 1 to
1024.
ethernet_ping_source_add
ress
Sets the IP address for the
FST-2802.
Accepts an IP address, for
example: 128.118.200.4
ethernet_ping_subnet_mas
k
Sets the subnet mask
address for the ping traffic.
Accepts an IP address, for
example: 128.118.200.4
ethernet_ping_tagging Sets the VLAN tagged status
for ping traffic.
nontagged, tagged
ethernet_ping_time_to_li
ve
Sets the time after which a
fragmented ping request or
response can be dropped by
any device on a circuit.
Accepts a number from 0 to
255.
ethernet_ping_traffic_ty
pe
Sets the ping traffic type. single, multiple, contin-
uous
ethernet_ping_type_of_se
rvice
Sets the type of service code
for transmitted ping packets.
Accepts up to 8 zeros or ones,
for example: 10001000.
ethernet_ping_user_lengt
h
Sets the frame length for
user-defined ping packets.
Accepts a number from 38 to
1500, depending on the frame
type specified:
DIX:
46 - 1500
802.3 w/LLC:
43 - 1497
802.3 w/LLC and SNAP:
38 - 1492
ethernet_ping_user_prior
ity
Sets the VLAN user priority
for each ping packet trans-
mitted. Valid only when
ethernet_ping_tagging
is set to tagged.
0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
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Configuration commands
FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A 257
ethernet_ping_vland_id Sets the VLAN ID for each
ping packet transmitted.
Valid only when
ethernet_ping_tagging
is set to tagged.
Accepts a value from 0 to
4095.
ethernet_ramp_load_step Sets the load increment (as
a percentage of bandwidth)
for ramped traffic.
Accepts a number from 1 to
50.
ethernet_ramp_num_drop_f
rames
Sets the threshold for
dropped frames. Valid only
when
ethernet_ramp_stop_on
_dropped_frames is on.
Accepts a number from 1 to
1000000.
ethernet_ramp_num_err_fr
ames
Sets the threshold for error
frames. Valid only when
ethernet_ramp_stop_er
r_frames is on.
Accepts a number from 1 to
1000000.
ethernet_ramp_num_pause_
frames
Sets the threshold for pause
frames. Valid only when
ethernet_ramp_stop_on
_pause_frames is on.
Accepts a number from 1 to
1000000.
ethernet_ramp_state Starts or stops ramp traffic. on, off
ethernet_ramp_stop_drop_
frames
Set dropped frames as a cri-
terion to stop ramp mode.
on, off
ethernet_ramp_stop_err_f
rames
Set error frames as a crite-
rion to stop ramp mode.
on, off
ethernet_ramp_stop_pause
_frames
Set pause frames as a crite-
rion to stop ramp mode.
on, off
ethernet_ramp_time_step Sets the time increment for
ramped traffic.
Accepts a number from 0.1 to
10.0.
ethernet_rx_profile Sets the Ethernet receive
profile.
rx_profile_1,
rx_profile_2,
rx_profile_3,
rx_profile_4
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
Appendix B Remote Control Commands
Configuration commands
258 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
ethernet_rx_profile_1 Sets the frame characteris-
tics for the traffic filtered
using receive profile 1. You
must specify a value for
each of the ten profile set-
tings, even if they are not
applicable. The string of val-
ues must be enclosed in
quotes.
For example, if you issue a
command to set up the
receive profile to filter for
untagged frames, the string
of values might look like this:
"unicast,
00404D000001, yes,
00404D000002, 802_3.
0800, 64, untagged,
na, na"
Accepts a string of 10 comma
delimited values, enclosed in
quotes:
DA Type:
unicast, multicast,
broadcast, dont_care
Dest Address:
000000000000 to
ffffffffffff, na
SA:
yes, dont_care
Source Address:
000000000000 to
ffffffffffff, na
Frame Type:
ethernet_type_2, 802_3,
dont_care
Protocol:
0000 to ffff, na
Data Length:
64 to 1550, na
Tagging:
tagged, untagged,
dont_care
VLAN ID:
0 to 4095, na
User Priority:
0 to 7, na
ethernet_rx_profile_2 Sets the frame characteris-
tics for the traffic filtered
using receive profile 2.
See the description and values
for “ethernet_rx_profile_1” on
page 258.
ethernet_rx_profile_3 Sets the frame characteris-
tics for the traffic filtered
using receive profile 3.
See the description and values
for “ethernet_rx_profile_1” on
page 258.
ethernet_rx_profile_4 Sets the frame characteris-
tics for the traffic filtered
using receive profile 4.
See the description and values
for “ethernet_rx_profile_1” on
page 258.
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
Appendix B Remote Control Commands
Configuration commands
FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A 259
ethernet_rx_profile_ip_a
ddr
Specifies that the receive
profile should filter traffic for
a specific IP address.
Accepts an IP address, for
example: 128.118.200.4
ethernet_sa Queries the FST-2802 for
the factory-assigned source
MAC address. FST-2802
displays ID.
N/A
ethernet_speed Sets speed to 10 Mbps or
100 Mbps. Valid only when
ethernet_auto_negotia
tion is set to off.
10, 100
ethernet_traffic Starts and stops traffic. on, off
ethernet_tx_profile Selects the Ethernet profile
you want to use when you
transmit traffic.
tx_profile_1,
tx_profile_2,
tx_profile_3,
tx_profile_loop
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
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260 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
ethernet_tx_profile_1 Sets the frame characteris-
tics for the traffic transmitted
using transmit profile 1. You
must specify a value for
each of the ten profile set-
tings, even if they are not
applicable. The string of val-
ues must be enclosed in
quotes.
For example, if you issue a
command to set up the
transmit profile to send
untagged 64 byte 802.3
frames to destination
address 00404D000001, the
string of values would look
like this:
"unicast,
00404D000001, 802_3,
0800, untagged, na,
na, 64, na, na"
Accepts a string of 10 comma
delimited values, enclosed in
quotes:
DA Type:
unicast, multicast,
broadcast
DA:
000000000000 to
ffffffffffff, na
Frame Type:
ethernet_type_2, 802_3
Protocol:
0000 to ffff, na
Tagging:
tagged, untagged
VLAN ID:
0 to 4095, na
User Priority:
0 to 7, na
Length:
64, 128, 256, 512, 1024,
1280, 1518, user, jumbo
User Length:
64 to 1522, na
Jumbo Length:
1519 to 10000, na
ethernet_tx_profile_2 See the description for
“ethernet_tx_profile_
1” on page 260.
See the values for
“ethernet_tx_profile_1”
on page 260.
ethernet_tx_profile_3 See the description for
“ethernet_tx_profile_
1” on page 260.
See the values for
“ethernet_tx_profile_1”
on page 260.
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
Appendix B Remote Control Commands
Configuration commands
FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A 261
ethernet_tx_profile_loop Sets the frame characteris-
tics for the traffic looped
back to the FST-2802 using
the profile. You must specify
a value for each of the ten
profile settings, even if they
are not applicable. The
string of values must be
enclosed in quotes.
For example, if you issue a
command to set up the loop
back profile to loop back
untagged 64 byte 802.3
frames from destination
address 00404D000001, the
values would look like this:
"unicast,
00404D000001, 802_3,
0800, untagged, na,
na, 64, na, na"
NOTE: When you perform
an automatic loopback using
the Loop Up button on the
traffic originating FST-2802,
the destination address for
the loopback profile is popu-
lated automatically with the
source address of the Test-
Pad on the far end.
Accepts 10 comma delimited
values, enclosed in quotes:
DA Type:
unicast, multicast,
broadcast
DA:
na
Frame Type:
ethernet_type_2, 802_3
Protocol:
0000 to ffff, na
Tagging:
tagged, untagged
VLAN ID:
0 to 4095, na
User Priority:
0 to 7, na
Length:
64, 128, 256, 512, 1024,
1280, 1518, user, jumbo
User Length:
64 to 1522, na
Jumbo Length:
1519 to 10000, na
ethernet_tx_sa_type Sets the transmitted source
address type to the factory
assigned source address
(tx_source_address) or
the user assigned source
address
(tx_user_define_sa).
tx_source_address,
tx_user_define_sa
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
Appendix B Remote Control Commands
Configuration commands
262 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
ethernet_unit_text_id Sets the user defined text ID
for each port on the FST-
2802. You must type the text
id in quotes. For example, if
you want to identify a port on
the FST-2802 as TP Port 1,
you must type “TP Port 1”.
Accepts a quoted string of up
to ten characters.
ethernet_user_tx_sa Sets the transmitted user-
assigned source address.
000000000000 to
ffffffffffff
fibre_auto_llb Turns line loopback feature
on or off.
on, off
fibre_burst_frame_size Sets the size of burst
frames.
fixed, random
fibre_burst_load Sets traffic load to bursty.
fibre_burst_numbers Sets the number of burst
frames. Valid only when
fibre_burst_type is set
to FIXED.
Accepts a number from 1 to
65535.
fibre_burst_size Sets burst size. If you type
“user”, you must also enter
the user-defined burst size
using the
fibre_burst_user_size
configuration ID.
16, 64, 256, 1024, user
fibre_burst_type Specifies finite number
(fixed) or a continuous burst
of frames.
fixed, continuous
fibre_burst_user_size Sets user-defined burst size.
Valid only when
fibre_burst_size is set
to user.
Accepts a number from 1 to
16500000.
fibre_const_load Sets constant traffic load in
percentage of bandwidth uti-
lization.
Accepts a number from 1 to
100.
fibre_load Sets the Fibre Channel traf-
fic load type.
burst, constant, ramp
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
Appendix B Remote Control Commands
Configuration commands
FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A 263
fibre_loop_down Issues loop down command. on, off
fibre_loop_up Issues loop up command. on, off
fibre_pattern Sets the Fibre Channel pat-
tern.
rpat, jpat, spat
fibre_payload Sets Fibre Channel transmit
frame payload type. If you
specify bert, you must also
specify the pattern for the
payload using the
ether_fibre_tx_l2_ber
t_patt command.
acterna, bert
fibre_ramp_load_step Sets the load increment (as
a percentage of bandwidth)
for ramped traffic.
Accepts a number from 1 to
50.
fibre_ramp_number_droppe
d_frames
Sets the threshold for
dropped frames. Valid only
when
fibre_ramp_stop_on_dr
opped_frames is on.
Accepts a number from 1 to
1000000.
fibre_ramp_number_errore
d_frames
Sets the threshold for error
frames. Valid only when
fibre_ramp_stop_err_f
rames is on.
Accepts a number from 1 to
1000000.
fibre_ramp_state Starts or stops ramp traffic. on, off
fibre_ramp_stop_on_dropp
ed_frames
Set dropped frames as a cri-
terion to stop ramp mode.
on, off
fibre_ramp_stop_on_error
ed_frames
Set error frames as a crite-
rion to stop ramp mode.
on, off
fibre_ramp_time_step Sets the time increment for
ramped traffic.
Accepts a number from 0.1 to
10.0.
fibre_rx_profile Sets the Fibre Channel
receive profile.
rx_profile_1,
rx_profile_2,
rx_profile_3,
rx_profile_4
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
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Configuration commands
264 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
fibre_rx_profile_1 Sets the frame characteris-
tics for the traffic filtered
using receive profile 1. You
must specify a value for
each of the ten profile set-
tings, even if they are not
applicable. The string of val-
ues must be enclosed in
quotes.
For example, if you issue a
command to set up the
receive profile to filter for
frames originating from port
00012F, the string of values
might look like this:
"dont_care, na, yes,
01012F, dont_care,
na, dont_care, na,
dont_care, na"
Accepts a string of 10 comma
delimited values, enclosed in
quotes:
Routing Filter:
yes, dont_care
Routing Ctrl:
00 to ff, na
Des ID Filter:
yes, dont_care
Destination ID:
010000 to efefff, na
Src ID Filter:
yes, dont_care
Source ID:
010000 to efefff, na
Data Filter:
yes, dont_care
Data Type:
00 to ff, na
Seq Filter:
yes, dont_care
Sequence Cnt:
00 to ff, na
fibre_rx_profile_2 See the description for
“fibre_rx_profile_1”
on page 264
See the description for
“fibre_rx_profile_1” on
page 264
fibre_rx_profile_3 See the description for
“fibre_rx_profile_1”
on page 264
See the description for
“fibre_rx_profile_1” on
page 264
fibre_rx_profile_4 See the description for
“fibre_rx_profile_1”
on page 264
See the description for
“fibre_rx_profile_1” on
page 264
fibre_traffic Starts and stops traffic. on, off
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
Appendix B Remote Control Commands
Configuration commands
FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A 265
fibre_tx_profile Selects the Fibre Channel
profile you want to use when
you transmit traffic.
tx_profile_1,
tx_profile_2,
tx_profile_3,
tx_profile_loop
fibre_tx_profile_1 Sets the frame characteris-
tics for the traffic transmitted
using transmit profile 1. You
must specify a value for
each of the seven profile set-
tings, even if they are not
applicable. The string of val-
ues must be enclosed in
quotes.
For example, if you issue a
command to set up the
transmit profile to send 512
byte frames from sequence
ID 4F, source ID 00012F, to
destination ID 00043D, the
string of values would look
like this:
"4f, 00043D, 00012F,
na, na, 512, na"
Accepts a string of seven
comma delimited values,
enclosed in quotes:
Sequence ID:
00 to ff
Destination ID:
010000 to efefff, na
Source ID:
01000 to efefff, na
Originator ID:
0000 to ffff, na
Responder ID:
0000 to ffff, na
Length*:
28, 32, 512, 1024, 2076,
user
User Length*:
28 or 76 to 2076, na
*NOTE: The minimum frame
size for an Acterna payload is
76 bytes; the minimum frame
size for a BERT payload is 28
bytes.
fibre_tx_profile_2 See the description for
“fibre_tx_profile_1”
on page 265.
See the description for
“fibre_tx_profile_1” on
page 265.
fibre_tx_profile_3 See the description for
“fibre_tx_profile_1”
on page 265.
See the description for
“fibre_tx_profile_1” on
page 265.
fibre_tx_profile_loop See the description for
“fibre_tx_profile_1”
on page 265.
See the description for
“fibre_tx_profile_1” on
page 265.
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
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266 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
config:all
Lists the values of all applicable configurations for the port specified.
Syntax
config:all? <port_id> [-all]
Remark
The -all parameter returns all the configuration and associated
values regardless of their applicability to the current test.
config:value
Lists all of the possible currently applicable values for a configuration
on the port specified.
Syntax
config:value? <port_id><cfg_id> [-all]
Remark
The -all parameter returns a list of all possible values for the config-
uration identifier, regardless of applicability to the current test.
config:id
Lists all of the possible currently applicable configuration identifier
values on the port specified.
Syntax
config:id? <port_id> [-all]
fibre_unit_text_id Sets the user defined text ID
for each port on the FST-
2802. You must type the text
id in quotes. For example, if
you want to identify a port on
the FST-2802 as TP Port 1,
you must type “TP Port 1”.
Accepts a quoted string of up
to ten characters.
laser_enable Turns the laser on the FST-
2802 on or off.
off, on
Table 32 System configuration identifiers and values (Continued)
Configuration ID Meaning Configuration Values
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Configuration commands
FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A 267
Remark
The -all parameter returns the list of all possible configurations,
regardless of applicability.
config:test
Sets the type of test you want to perform.
Syntax
config:test <test_type>
Example
The following command is equivalent to selecting Term > 1G Ethernet
> Layer 2 Traffic on the TestPad:
config:test term_ethernet_1g
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268 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
Tabl e 3 3 lists the possible values for <test_type>.
Table 33 Test configuration values
Configuration value
dualthru_ethernet_10_100
dualthru_ethernet_1g
dualthru_fibre_chan_1g
dualthru_fibre_chan_2g
thru_ethernet_10_100
thru_ethernet_10_100_ip
thru_ethernet_1g
thru_ethernet_1g_ip
thru_ethernet_unfrm_1g_bert
thru_fibre_chan_1g
thru_fibre_chan_1g_pattern
thru_fibre_chan_2g
thru_fibre_chan_2g_pattern
thru_fibre_unfrm_1g_bert
thru_fibre_unfrm_2g_bert
term_ethernet_10_100
term_ethernet_10_100_ping
term_ethernet_1g
term_ethernet_1g_pattern
term_ethernet_1g_ping
term_ethernet_unfrm_1g_bert
term_fibre_chan_1g
term_fibre_chan_1g_pattern
term_fibre_chan_2g
term_fibre_chan_2g_pattern
term_fibre_unfrm_1g_bert
term_fibre_unfrm_2g_bert
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Result commands
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Result commands
Use result commands to query the test set for the current value of a
results field. After you issue a result command, the test set responds
with the current value of the result. If the result is unavailable or not
applicable to the current test, the message appears, UNAVAILABLE or
N/A respectively.
result
Displays the result of a field for the port specified.
Syntax
result:<res_id?> <port_id>
Example
The following command displays the current result of the
Delay, Avg (us) field on port 1.
result:ethernet_delay_avg? port_1
result:all
Lists all test results generated by a test on the port specified.
Syntax
result:all? <port_id> [-all]
Remark
The -all parameter returns all results regardless of their applicability
to the current test.
result:id
Lists all test result fields for the specified port.
Syntax
result:id? <port_id>
result:summary
Lists the results that are currently available in the Summary category
for the port specified.
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270 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
Syntax
result:summary? <port_id>
Remark
If the FST-2802 does not detect any errors on the port specified, the
message All Summary Results OK appears.
LED result field
IDs
Tabl e 3 4 lists the LED result field identifiers.
Table 34 LED result field identifiers
Field Identifier Description
ether_fibre_l1_patt_sync For layer 1 tests, indicates the data contained
on the incoming bit stream is synchronized
with a BERT pattern.
ether_fibre_l2_patt_sync For layer 2 tests, indicates the data contained
inside the frame payload is synchronized with
a BERT pattern.
ether_fibre_l1_patt_sync_history
ether_fibre_l2_patt_sync_history
Indicates the TestPad could not achieve pat-
tern synchronization (when performing layer 1
or layer 2 BERT testing) at some point in the
past.
ethernet_10_100_link_active
ethernet_1G_link_active
fibre_link_active
Indicates whether a link is active.
ethernet_10_100_lnk_act_hist
ethernet_1G_link_active_history
fibre_link_active_history
Indicates the link was lost at some point in the
past.
ethernet_10_100_sync_history
ethernet_1G_sync_history
fibre_word_sync_history
ether_fibre_l1_bert_word_sync_history
Indicates synchronization was lost at some
point in the past.
ethernet_10_100_sync
ethernet_1G_sync
fibre_word_sync
ether_fibre_l1_bert_word_sync
Indicates whether synchronization has been
achieved.
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Signal result field
IDs
Tabl e 3 5 lists the Signal result field identifiers. The Signal result field
identifiers are only available for 1G and 2G tests.
Link Stats result
field IDs
Tabl e 3 6 lists the Link Stats field identifiers.
ethernet_signal_history
fibre_signal_history
ether_fibre_l1_bert_signal_history
Indicates a 1G or 2G signal was lost at some
point in the past.
ethernet_signal_present
fibre_signal_present
ether_fibre_l1_bert_signal_present
Indicates whether a 1G or 2G signal is
present.
ethernet_sw_frm_detect_history
fibre_sw_frm_detect_history
Indicates the TestPad did not detect frames at
some point in the past.
ethernet_sw_frm_detect
fibre_sw_frm_detect
Indicates whether the TestPad has detected
frames.
ethernet_sw_vlan_frm_detect Indicates whether the TestPad has detected
VLAN tagged frames as defined in IEEE
802.p/q. This result is only available to Test-
Pads with the VLAN Tagging option.
ethernet_sw_vlan_frm_detect_hist Indicates the TestPad could not detect VLAN
tagged frames at some point in the past. This
result is only available to TestPads with the
VLAN Tagging option.
Table 34 LED result field identifiers (Continued)
Field Identifier Description
Table 35 Signal result field identifiers
Field Identifier Description
ethernet_gbic_module Informs you of the type of Gigabit Interface Converter
(GBIC) the TestPad detects in each GBIC port, and
indicates whether detected GBICs are not supported,
or if there is no GBIC detected.
fibre_gbic_module See “ethernet_gbic_module” on page 271.
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Table 36 Link Stats result field identifiers
Field Identifier Description
ethernet_delay_avg The average round trip delay calculated in
microseconds. You must transmit an Acterna
payload to calculate round trip delay.
ethernet_delay_max The maximum round trip delay calculated in
microseconds. You must transmit an Acterna
payload to calculate round trip delay.
ethernet_delay_min The minimum round trip delay calculated in
microseconds. You must transmit an Acterna
payload to calculate round trip delay.
ethernet_frm_rate_avg
fibre_frm_rate_avg
The average rate of received frames,
expressed in frames per second. The average
is calculated over the time period elapsed since
the last test restart.
ethernet_frm_rate_cur
fibre_frm_rate_cur
The current rate of received frames, expressed
in frames per second. This measurement is an
average taken over the prior second of test
time.
ethernet_frm_rate_min
fibre_frm_rate_min
The minimum rate of received frames over a
one second period, expressed in frames per
second.
ethernet_frm_rate_peak
fibre_frm_rate_peak
The maximum rate of received frames over a
one second period, expressed in frames per
second.
ethernet_frm_size_max
fibre_frm_size_max
The minimum frame size of frames received
since frame detection.
ethernet_frm_size_min
fibre_frm_size_min
The maximum frame size of frames received
since frame detection.
ethernet_rx_mbps_tot_util_cur The current bandwidth utilized by the received
traffic expressed in megabits per second. This
measurement is an average taken over the
prior second of test time.
ethernet_service_disruption_time The service disruption time (maximum inter-
frame gap) when service switches to a protect
line calculated in milli-seconds.
ethernet_test_secs The number of seconds since the last test
restart.
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Link Counts result
field IDs
Tabl e 3 7 describe the Link Counts result field identifiers.
ethernet_tot_util_avg
fibre_tot_util_avg
The average bandwidth utilized by the received
traffic, expressed as a percentage of the line
rate of available bandwidth since the last test
restart. The average is calculated over the time
period elapsed since the last test restart.
ethernet_tot_util_cur
fibre_tot_util_cur
The current bandwidth utilized by the received
traffic expressed as a percentage of the entire
1 Gbps or 2 Gbps of available bandwidth. This
measurement is an average taken over the
prior second of test time.
ethernet_tot_util_peak
fibre_tot_util_peak
The peak bandwidth utilized by the received
traffic since the last test restart expressed as a
percentage of the line rate of available band-
width.
ethernet_tx_mbps_tot_util_cur
fibre_tx_bits_tot_util_cur
The current bandwidth utilized by the transmit-
ted traffic expressed in megabits per second
(Ethernet), or bits per second (Fibre Channel).
This measurement is an average taken over
the prior second of test time.
Table 36 Link Stats result field identifiers (Continued)
Field Identifier Description
Table 37 Link Counts result field identifiers
Field Identifier Description
ethernet_10_100_rx_collision_cnt For 10/100 half duplex tests, a count of the
number of times the TestPad has received a
jam signal while it was not transmitting frames.
ethernet_10_100_tx_collision_cnt For 10/100 half duplex tests, a count of the
number of times the TestPad has transmitted
a frame, and then received a jam signal in the
time slot for the frame.
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ethernet_10_100_tx_late_collision_cnt A count of the number of times the TestPad
has transmitted a frame, and then experiences
a collision more than 64 byte times after the
transmission begins. Result only appears for
half-duplex 10/100 tests.
ethernet_broadcast_frm_cnt The number of broadcast frames received
since the last test restart.
ethernet_frm_1024_to_1518_count A count of frames with frame lengths ranging
from 1024 bytes to 1518 bytes.
ethernet_frm_128_to_255_count A count of frames with frame lengths ranging
from 128 bytes to 255 bytes.
ethernet_frm_256_to_511_count A count of frames with frame lengths ranging
from 256 bytes to 511 bytes.
ethernet_frm_512_to_1023_count A count of frames with frame lengths ranging
from 512 bytes to 1023 bytes.
ethernet_frm_64_count A count of 64 byte long frames.
ethernet_frm_65_to_127_count A count of frames with frame lengths ranging
from 65 bytes to 127 bytes.
ethernet_multicast_frm_cnt The number of multicast frames received
since the last test restart.
ethernet_pause_frm_cnt The number of pause frames received from a
remote Ethernet device since the last test
restart.
ethernet_rx_acterna_frm The number of frames with an Acterna pay-
load received since the last test restart.
ethernet_rx_atp_frames A count of received frames with Acterna test
packets (ATP).
ethernet_rx_frm_cnt
fibre_rx_frm_cnt
The number of frames received since the last
test restart.
ethernet_tx_10_100_defer_cnt For 10/100 half duplex tests, a count of the
number of times the transmitter prepared to
send traffic, and then was forced to defer
based on link activity.
Table 37 Link Counts result field identifiers (Continued)
Field Identifier Description
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Filter Stats result
field IDs
Tabl e 3 8 describes the Filter Stats result field identifiers.
ethernet_tx_frm_cnt
fibre_tx_frm_cnt
The number of frames transmitted since the
last test restart.
ethernet_unicast_frm_cnt The number of unicast frames received since
the last test restart.
ethernet_vlan_tagged_frm_cnt A count of received VLAN frames as defined in
IEEE 802.p/q.
fibre_frm_1024_to_2140_count A count of frames with frame lengths ranging
from 1024 bytes to 2140 bytes.
fibre_frm_128_to_252_count A count of frames with frame lengths ranging
from 128 bytes to 252 bytes.
fibre_frm_256_to_508_count A count of frames with frame lengths ranging
from 256 bytes to 508 bytes.
fibre_frm_28_to_64_count A count of frames with frame lengths ranging
from 28 bytes to 64 bytes.
fibre_frm_512_to_1020_count A count of frames with frame lengths ranging
from 512 bytes to 1020 bytes.
fibre_frm_68_to_124_count A count of frames with frame lengths ranging
from 68 bytes to 124 bytes.
Table 37 Link Counts result field identifiers (Continued)
Field Identifier Description
Table 38 Filter Stats result field identifiers
Field Identifier Description
ethernet_masked_delay_avg The average round trip delay calculated in
microseconds. You must transmit an Acterna
payload to calculate round trip delay.
ethernet_masked_delay_max The maximum round trip delay calculated in
microseconds. You must transmit an Acterna
payload to calculate round trip delay.
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ethernet_masked_delay_min The minimum round trip delay calculated in
microseconds. You must transmit an Acterna
payload to calculate round trip delay.
ethernet_masked_frm_rate_avg
fibre_masked_frm_rate_avg
The average rate of filtered frames, expressed in
frames per second. The average is calculated
over the time period elapsed since the last test
restart.
ethernet_masked_frm_rate_cur
fibre_masked_frm_rate_cur
The current rate of filtered frames, expressed in
frames per second. This measurement is an
average taken over the prior second of test time.
ethernet_masked_frm_rate_min
fibre_masked_frm_rate_min
The minimum rate of filtered frames over a one
second period, expressed in frames per second.
ethernet_masked_frm_rate_peak
fibre_masked_frm_rate_peak
The maximum rate of filtered frames over a one
second period, expressed in frames per second.
ethernet_masked_frm_size_max
fibre_masked_frm_size_max
The maximum frame size of filtered frames
received since frame detection.
ethernet_masked_frm_size_min
fibre_masked_frm_size_min
The minimum frame size of filtered frames
received since frame detection.
ethernet_masked_util_avg
fibre_masked_util_avg
The average bandwidth utilized by the filtered
traffic, expressed as a percentage of the line
rate of available bandwidth since the last test
restart. The average is calculated over the time
period elapsed since the last test restart.
ethernet_masked_util_cur
fibre_masked_util_cur
The current bandwidth utilized by the filtered
traffic expressed as a percentage of the line rate
of available bandwidth. This measurement is an
average taken over the prior second of test time.
ethernet_masked_util_peak
fibre_masked_util_peak
The peak bandwidth utilized by the filtered traffic
since the last test restart expressed as a per-
centage of the line rate of available bandwidth.
ethernet_rx_mbps_masked_util_cur The current bandwidth utilized by the filtered
traffic expressed in megabits per second. This
measurement is an average taken over the prior
second of test time.
Table 38 Filter Stats result field identifiers (Continued)
Field Identifier Description
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Filter Counts
result field IDs
Tabl e 3 9 describes the Filter Counts result field identifiers.
Table 39 Filter Counts field identifiers
Field Identifier Description
ethernet_masked_bcast_frm_cnt A count of filtered multicast frames received
since the last test restart.
ethernet_masked_frm_1024_to_1518 A count of filtered frames with frame lengths
ranging from 1024 bytes to 1518 bytes.
ethernet_masked_frm_128_to_255 A count of filtered frames with frame lengths
ranging from 128 bytes to 255 bytes.
ethernet_masked_frm_256_to_511 A count of filtered frames with frame lengths
ranging from 256 bytes to 511 bytes.
ethernet_masked_frm_512_to_1023 A count of filtered frames with frame lengths
ranging from 512 bytes to 1023 bytes.
ethernet_masked_frm_64_count A count of 64 byte long filtered frames.
ethernet_masked_frm_65_to_127 A count of filtered frames with frame lengths
ranging from 65 bytes to 127 bytes.
ethernet_masked_frm_cnt
fibre_masked_frm_cnt
A count of the total number of filtered frames
received since frame detection.
ethernet_masked_mcast_frm_cnt A count of filtered broadcast frames received
since the last test restart.
ethernet_masked_rx_acterna_frm A count of filtered frames with Acterna test pay-
load.
ethernet_masked_rx_atp_frames A count of filtered frames with Acterna test pack-
ets (ATP).
ethernet_masked_unicast_frm_cnt A count of filtered unicast frames received since
the last test restart.
ethernet_masked_vlan_frm_cnt A count of filtered VLAN frames as defined in
IEEE 802.p/q.
fibre_masked_frm_1024_to_2140_count A count of filtered frames with frame lengths
ranging from 1024 bytes to 2140 bytes.
fibre_masked_frm_128_to_252_count A count of filtered frames with frame lengths
ranging from 128 bytes to 252 bytes.
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Error Stats result
field IDs
Tabl e 4 0 describes the Error Stats result field identifiers.
fibre_masked_frm_256_to_508_count A count of filtered frames with frame lengths
ranging from 256 bytes to 508 bytes.
fibre_masked_frm_28_to_64_count A count of filtered frames with frame lengths
ranging from 28 bytes to 64 bytes.
fibre_masked_frm_512_to_1020_count A count of filtered frames with frame lengths
ranging from 512 bytes to 1020 bytes.
fibre_masked_frm_68_to_124_count A count of filtered frames with frame lengths
ranging from 68 bytes to 124 bytes.
Table 39 Filter Counts field identifiers (Continued)
Field Identifier Description
Table 40 Error Stats result field identifiers
Field Identifier Description
ether_fibre_code_violation_rate The ratio of frames with code violations tot he num-
ber of frames expected.
ether_fibre_code_violation_secs A count of the number of seconds during which
code violations occurred.
ether_fibre_code_violations A count of each invalid 10-bit code word in the bit
stream.
ethernet_errored_frm A summed count of FCS Errored Frames, Runts,
Jabbers, Undersized Frames, and Oversized
Frames.
ethernet_fcs_err_frm A count of frames containing Frame Check
Sequence (FCS) errors.
ethernet_jabber A count of received frames that have a byte value
greater than the maximum frame length of 1518
bytes (or 1522 bytes for VLAN tagged frames) and
an errored FCS.
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ethernet_lost_frm
fibre_lost_frm
A count of lost Acterna test frames. For example, if
the TestPad detects sequence numbers: 1, 2, 3, 6,
7, 8, (frames 4 and 5 were not detected), the lost
frame count is incremented by two (frames 4 and 5
are lost). If the TestPad then detects sequence
numbers 9, 10, 14, 15, 16 (frames 11, 12, and 13
are missing), the lost frame count is incremented
by three, resulting in a total count of five lost
frames.
NOTE: If the TestPad receives errored frames con-
taining errors in the sequence number field, the
Lost Frames count will be incorrect.
ethernet_oos_frame_count
fibre_oos_frame_count
A count of each instance where the TestPad
detects out of sequence Acterna test frames. For
example, if the TestPad detects sequence num-
bers: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, (frame 6 is detected immedi-
ately following frame 3), the out of sequence count
is incremented by one, resulting in a count of one
instance of out of sequence frames. If the TestPad
then detects sequence numbers 9, 10, 14, 15, 16
(frame 14 is detected immediately following frame
10), the out of sequence number is incremented
again by one, resulting in a total count of two
instances of out of sequence frames.
ethernet_oversized_frm A count of frames over the maximum 1518 byte
frame length (1522 for VLAN tagged frames).
ethernet_runt A count of frames under the required 64 byte frame
length containing FCS errors.
ethernet_symbol_error A count of invalid 10-bit code words received on
the physical layer. This result will not increment
more than one time per frame.
ethernet_undersized_frm A count of frames under the minimum 64 byte
frame length.
fibre_errored_frm A summed count of CRC Errored Frames, Runts,
Jabbers, Undersized Frames, and Oversized
Frames.
fibre_crc_frm A count of frames containing Cyclic Redundancy
Check (CRC) errors.
Table 40 Error Stats result field identifiers (Continued)
Field Identifier Description
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AutoNeg Status
result field IDs
Tabl e 4 1 describes the AutoNeg Status result field identifiers.
fibre_jabber A count of received frames that have a byte value
greater than the maximum frame length of 2140
bytes with an errored FCS.
fibre_oversized_frm A count of frames over the maximum 2140 byte
frame length.
fibre_runt A count of frames under the required 28 byte frame
length containing CRC errors.
fibre_symbol_error A count of invalid 10-bit code words received on
the physical layer. This result will not increment
more than one time per frame.
fibre_undersized_frm A count of frames under the minimum 28 byte
frame length.
Table 40 Error Stats result field identifiers (Continued)
Field Identifier Description
Table 41 AutoNeg Status result field identifiers
Field Identifier Description
ethernet_10_100_dplx_detect Indicates the negotiated duplex setting for
the link (half or full).
ethernet_10_100_link_ad_stat Indicates that the FST-2802 has received a
valid auto-negotiation capability advertise-
ment from the far end Ethernet device and
sent an acknowledgement.
ethernet_10_100_link_config_ack Indicates that the far end Ethernet device
has acknowledged the receipt of a valid
auto-negotiation capability advertisement
from the FST-2802.
ethernet_10_100_remote_fault
ethernet_1G_remote_fault
If supported by the far end Ethernet device,
indicates a reason for auto-negotiation fail-
ure. If auto-negotiation succeeded, the
result will read “NO”.
ethernet_10_100_speed_detect Indicates the negotiated speed setting for
the link (10 or 100 Mbps).
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ethernet_100_fdx
ethernet_10_fdx
ethernet_1G_fdx
Indicates that the far end Ethernet device is
full duplex capable.
ethernet_100_hdx
ethernet_10_hdx
ethernet_1G_hdx
Indicates that the far end Ethernet device is
half duplex capable.
ethernet_1G_link_ad_status Indicates that the FST-2802 has received a
valid auto-negotiation capability advertise-
ment from the far end Ethernet device and
sent an acknowledgement.
ethernet_1G_link_config_ack Indicates that the far end Ethernet device
has acknowledged the receipt of a valid
auto-negotiation capability advertisement
from the FST-2802.
Table 41 AutoNeg Status result field identifiers (Continued)
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Pattern Stats
result field IDs
Tabl e 4 2 describes the Pattern Stats result field identifiers.
ethernet_1G_pause_capable Indicates the flow control capabilities of the
far end Ethernet device. Those capabilities
are:
–TX Only:
The far end Ethernet device will transmit
PAUSE frames to alert the FST-2802 to
reduce the transmitted bandwidth, how-
ever it will not reduce its transmitted
bandwidth if it receives PAUSE frames.
–RX Only:
The far end Ethernet device will reduce
its transmitted bandwidth if it receives
PAUSE frames but it will not transmit
PAUSE frames to alert the FST-2802 to
reduce the transmitted bandwidth.
– TX and RX:
The far end Ethernet device will transmit
PAUSE frames to alert the FST-2802 to
reduce the transmitted bandwidth and it
will reduce its transmitted bandwidth if it
receives PAUSE frames
– Neither TX and RX:
The far end Ethernet device will not
transmit PAUSE frames to alert the FST-
2802 to reduce the transmitted band-
width and it will not reduce its transmit-
ted bandwidth if it receives PAUSE
frames.
Table 41 AutoNeg Status result field identifiers (Continued)
Field Identifier Description
Table 42 Pattern Stats field identifiers
Field Identifier Description
ethernet_rx_frm_cnt The number of valid and errored Ethernet
frames received since the link was established.
ethernet_tx_frm_cnt The number of Ethernet frames transmitted
since the link was established.
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Ping Stats result
field IDs
Tabl e 4 3 describes the Ping Stats result field identifiers.
fibre_rx_frm_cnt The number of valid and errored Fibre Channel
frames received since the link was established.
fibre_tx_frm_cnt The number of Fibre Channel frames transmit-
ted since the link was established.
Table 42 Pattern Stats field identifiers (Continued)
Field Identifier Description
Table 43 Ping Stats field identifiers
Field Identifier Description
ethernet_ping_lost_pings Count of Ping requests sent by the FST-2802
for which replies were not received within 3
seconds.
ethernet_ping_rt_delay The round trip delay for the last ping sent and
successfully received by theFST-2802. Calcu-
lated in microseconds.
ethernet_ping_rt_delay_avg The round trip delay for all pings sent and suc-
cessfully received by the FST-2802 since the
last test restart. Calculated in microseconds.
ethernet_ping_rt_delay_max The maximum round trip delay for pings sent
and successfully received by the FST-2802.
Calculated in microseconds.
ethernet_ping_rt_delay_min The minimum round trip delay for pings sent
and successfully received by the FST-2802.
Calculated in microseconds.
ethernet_ping_rx_requests Count of the Ping requests received by the
FST-2802 (in other words, requests sent to the
FST-2802’s IP address) from another Layer 3
device on the network.
ethernet_ping_rx_responses Count of the responses received to ping
requests sent by the FST-2802.
ethernet_ping_tx_requests Count of the ping requests sent from the FST-
2802.
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L1 Bert Stats
result field IDs
Tabl e 4 4 describes the L1 Bert Stats result field identifiers.
L2 Bert Stats
result field IDs
Tabl e 4 5 describes the L2 Bert Stats result field identifiers.
ethernet_ping_tx_responses Count of the Ping responses sent by the FST-
2802 as replies to ping requests. Each time a
ping request is received, the FST-2802
responds and this counter is incremented by
one.
Table 43 Ping Stats field identifiers (Continued)
Field Identifier Description
Table 44 L1 Bert Stats results
Field Identifier Description
ether_fibre_l1_ber The ratio of pattern bit errors to received pattern
bits since initially acquiring pattern synchronization.
ether_fibre_l1_bit_error_seconds The number of seconds during which one or more
pattern bit errors occurred since initial pattern syn-
chronization.
ether_fibre_l1_bit_errors A count of the number of received bits in a recog-
nized pattern that do not match the expected value.
ether_fibre_l1_total_bits The total number of bits received since initial pat-
tern synchronization.
Table 45 L2 Bert Stats results
Field Identifier Description
ether_fibre_l2_ber The ratio of pattern bit errors to received pattern bits
since initially acquiring frame synchronization.
NOTE: This ratio is determined using only the bits in
the payload of the frame.
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Event commands
Use event commands to either initiate an event or query for an event
or series of events. Examples of initiated events are inserting an error
or restarting a test.
event
Initiates or displays an event (specified by event and value) on the
port specified.
Syntax
event:<event_id><port_id> [event_arg]
Initiates event_id with the associated argument on the port speci-
fied. Table 46 lists the available event IDs and associated arguments
for this syntax.
event:<event_id>? <port_id>
Lists all events for the event_id on the port specified.
event:all? <port_id>
Lists all events on the port specified.
event:clear <port_id>
Clears the event storage on the port specified.
ether_fibre_l2_bit_error_second
s
The number of seconds during which one or more
pattern bit errors occurred since initial frame synchro-
nization.
ether_fibre_l2_bit_errors A count of the number of received bits in a recog-
nized pattern that do not match the expected value
since initially acquiring frame synchronization.
ether_fibre_l2_total_bits The total number of bits received since initial frame
synchronization.
Table 45 L2 Bert Stats results (Continued)
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event:id? <port_id>
Returns the event ids for the port specified.
event:value? <port_id><event_id>
Returns the event values for the port specified.
Example
The following command restarts a test on port 1:
event:test_restart port_1
Remark
Not all events require a value.
Event commands
Tabl e 4 6 lists parameters for event change command identifiers and
arguments.
Tabl e 4 7 lists event responses to the event:all? or
event:<event_id> command.
Table 46 Event change command identifiers and arguments
Event Identifier Description Event Argument
error_insert inserts an error none
novram_clear Clears NOVRAM none
test_restart Causes a test restart none
ethernet_reset_svc_disruption Resets the service disrup-
tion test.
none
Table 47 Event responses
Response Description
ethernet_link_status_change
fibre_link_status_change
Indicates whether the status of the link has
changed.
ethernet_loop_response
fibre_loop_response
Provides the response from the far end FST-
2802 when looping up or down.
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Miscellaneous commands
Use miscellaneous commands to perform a variety of functions with
the FST-2802.
hello
Lists the identification, revisions, and installed options of the FST-
2802. The output corresponds with the information on the “Revisions
and Options” screen on the test set.
Syntax
hello
help
Lists the syntax and a brief description of each command.
Syntax
help or ?
Example
The following appears for the print command:
ethernet_loop_timeout
fibre_loop_timeout
Indicates your attempt to loop up or down has
timed out with no response.
ethernet_optical_gbic
fibre_optical_gbic
Indicates a GBIC has been inserted or removed
from the FST-2802.
ethernet_ping_done Indicates a ping was successful.
ethernet_ping_fail Indicates a ping has failed.
ethernet_ramp_abort
fibre_ramp_abort
Indicates a ramp was aborted.
ethernet_ramp_stopped
fibre_ramp_stopped
Indicates a ramp is complete.
Table 47 Event responses (Continued)
Response Description
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Miscellaneous commands
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print:results [-save]- Returns a printout of the
results
id
Displays the identification of the FST-2802.
Syntax
id?
options
Lists the configuring options installed on the TestPad. The output
corresponds with information on the “Revisions and Options” screen.
Syntax
options?
print
Prints TestPad information.
Syntax
print:controls [-save]
Lists the current configuration of the TestPad.
print:results [-save]
Lists the current results of the TestPad.
Remark
Use the -save option to save the output in the print queue.
rev
Lists the revisions of software and hardware installed on the FST-
2802.
Syntax
rev?
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Appendix C
Customer Services
This chapter describes the customer services available through
Acterna. Topics discussed in this appendix are as follows:
–“About our services” on page 290
–“Customer care” on page 290
–“Global services and solutions” on page 295
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About our services
Acterna offers an unmatched portfolio of services to deploy, support
and innovate purchased equipment through its Customer Care and
Global Services and Solutions organizations. Customer Care is stan-
dard with every product sale and consists of business hours technical
assistance, in-warranty repair, calibration, and upgrade services.
Global Services and Solutions provides professional services to opti-
mize product capabilities and maximize efficiencies, including field
engineering and deployment, technical training, product support,
consulting and custom software development. Together these organi-
zations supply the services necessary successfully utilize purchased
equipment.
Customer care
Customer Care is accompanied with the sale of every Acterna product.
Customer Care services include:
– Needs Analysis on Products and Services
– Comprehensive Product and Service Literature
– Pre-Sales Consulting
– Technical Assistance (Business Hours)
– Instrument Repair (Under Warranty Repair and Calibration
Services)
– Immediate Return Authorizations
Contact a Customer Care representative through your local distributor
or by accessing www.acterna.com for information on upgrades, cali-
bration, warranty policies or any of Global Services and Solutions
offerings. Representatives also provide assistance with product
repairs and returns.
Technical
assistance
(business hours)
Expert business hours technical support, including help with product
configuration, circuit qualification, and complete network trouble
sectionalization is provided with your product (see “Technical assis-
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tance” on page xxiii). For around-the-clock support, 7x24 technical
assistance may be purchased through Global Services and Solutions
FleetCare program (see “Product support” on page 297).
Instrument repair
Our service centers provide repair, calibration and upgrade services
for under warranty equipment. Acterna understands the impact of
equipment down time on operations and is staffed to ensure a quick
turnaround. Available services include the following:
Product Repair — All equipment returned for service is tested to the
same rigorous standards as newly manufactured equipment. This
ensures products meet all published specifications, including any
applicable product updates.
Calibration — Acterna’s calibration methods are ISO 9001 approved
and based on NIST standards.
Factory Upgrades — Any unit returned for a hardware feature
enhancement will also receive applicable product updates and will be
thoroughly tested, ensuring peak performance of the complete feature
set.
Additional repair, calibration and upgrade services are available for
purchase through Global Services and Solutions (see “Product
support” on page 297).
Equipment return
instructions
Please contact your local Customer Care location via telephone or
web site for Return or Reference Authorization to accompany your
equipment. For each piece of equipment returned for repair, attach a
tag that includes the following information:
– Owner’s name, address, and telephone number.
– The serial number, product type, and model.
– Warranty status. (If you are unsure of the warranty status of your
instrument, contact Acterna Customer Care.)
– A detailed description of the problem or service requested.
– The name and telephone number of the person to contact
regarding questions about the repair.
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– The return authorization (RA) number (US customers), or refer-
ence number (European Customers).
If possible, return the equipment using the original shipping container
and material. If the original container is not available, the unit should
be carefully packed so that it will not be damaged in transit; when
needed, appropriate packing materials can be obtained by contacting
Acterna Customer Care. Acterna is not liable for any damage that may
occur during shipping. The customer should clearly mark the Acterna-
issued RA or reference number on the outside of the package and ship
it prepaid and insured to Acterna.
Warranty
information
The warranties described herein shall apply to all commercially avail-
able Acterna products. Any additional or different warranties shall
apply only if agreed to by Acterna in writing. These warranties are not
transferable without the express written consent of Acterna.
Hardware Warranty — Acterna warrants that Hardware Product
sold to customer shall, under normal use and service, be free from
defects in materials and workmanship. Information regarding the
specific warranty period for this product can be obtained by
contacting your local Acterna Customer Service Representative,
or at our web site www.acterna.com. If installation services have
been ordered, the warranty period shall begin on the earlier of (1)
completion of installation, or (2) thirty (30) days after shipment to
Customer. If Installation Services have not been ordered, the
warranty period shall begin upon shipment to Customer. Hereafter
these periods of time shall be collectively referred to as the “Initial
Warranty Period.”
Acterna’s obligation and customer’s sole remedy under this Hard-
ware Warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at Acterna’s
option, of the defective product. Acterna shall have no obligation
to remedy any such defect if it can be shown: (a) that the Product
was altered, repaired, or reworked by any party other than Acterna
without Acterna’s written consent; (b) that such defects were the
result of customer’s improper storage, mishandling, abuse, or
misuse of Product; (c) that such defects were the result of
customer’s use of Product in conjunction with equipment electron-
ically or mechanically incompatible or of an inferior quality; or (d)
that the defect was the result of damage by fire, explosion, power
failure, or any act of nature.
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Acterna performed repairs shall be warranted from defective
material and workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days, or until
the end of the Initial Warranty Period, whichever is longer. Risk of
loss or damage to Product returned to Acterna for repair or
replacement shall be borne by customer until delivery to Acterna.
Upon delivery of such product, Acterna shall assume the risk of
loss or damage until that time that the product being repaired or
replaced is returned and delivered to customer. Customer shall
pay all transportation costs for equipment or software shipped to
Acterna for repair or replacement. Acterna shall pay all transporta-
tion costs associated with returning repaired or replaced product
to customer.
Software Warranty — Acterna warrants that Software Products
licensed to Customer shall, under normal use and service, and for
a period of ninety (90) days from the date of shipment of the Soft-
ware to Licensee (the “Warranty Period”), perform in all material
respects in accordance with the published specifications for such
Software as established by Acterna. However, Acterna does not
warrant that the Software will operate uninterrupted or error free,
operate in the combination with other software, meet Customer’s
requirements, or that its use will be uninterrupted.
Acterna’s obligation and Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy
under this Software Warranty is limited to, at Acterna’s option,
either (i) correcting the material errors reported to Acterna in
writing by Customer during the Warranty Period and which
Acterna is able to reproduce, (ii) replacing such defective Soft-
ware, provided that Acterna received written notice of such defect
within the Warranty Period, or (iii) provided that Acterna received
written notice of such defect within the Warranty Period, termi-
nating the License and, upon return to Acterna of the Software,
Documentation and all other materials provided by Acterna under
the applicable License, providing Customer with a refund of all
charges paid with respect thereto. Acterna shall have no warranty
obligations hereunder if (a) the Software is altered or modified or
is merged with other software by Customer or any third party or (b)
all or any part of the Software is installed on any computer equip-
ment other than the Designated Server or used with any operating
system for which the Software is not designed. Acterna’s obliga-
tion and Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this Soft-
ware Warranty is limited to, at Acterna’s option, either (i) correcting
the material errors reported to Acterna in writing by Customer
during the Warranty Period and which Acterna is able to repro-
duce, (ii) replacing such defective Software, provided that Acterna
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received written notice of such defect within the Warranty Period,
or (iii) provided that Acterna received written notice of such defect
within the Warranty Period, terminating the License and, upon
return to Acterna of the Software, Documentation and all other
materials provided by Acterna under the applicable License,
providing Customer with a refund of all charges paid with respect
thereto. Acterna shall have no warranty obligations hereunder if
(a) the Software is altered or modified or is merged with other soft-
ware by Customer or any third party or (b) all or any part of the
Software is installed on any computer equipment other than the
Designated Server or used with any operating system for which
the Software is not designed. Customer acknowledges that the
Software Products provided by Acterna hereunder may contain
third party software not produced by Acterna (a "Third Party
Supplier Product"). To the extent that the rights Acterna grants to
Customer consist of use of Third Party Supplier Products obtained
and provided under a GNU General Public License ("General
Public Software"), the following notice is required and shall govern
the use of such General Public License Software: (1) this program
is free software; you can distribute it and/or modify it under the
terms of the GNU General Public License as published by the
Free Software Foundation; either version 2 of the License, or (at
your option) any later version. This program is distributed in the
hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY;
without even the IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
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Services Warranty — Acterna warrants that the Services
provided by Acterna, if any, shall be performed promptly, diligently
and in a professional manner in accordance with the commercial
standards of the industry. Acterna shall not, however, be respon-
sible for any delays that are not due to Acterna’s fault or negli-
gence or that could not have reasonably been foreseen or
provided against.
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WARRANTY DISCLAIMER — FOR HARDWARE, SOFTWARE,
AND/OR SERVICES FURNISHED BY ACTERNA, THE FOREGOING
WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTEES AND
CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. ACTERNA SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, ON ANY HARDWARE, SOFTWARE, DOCUMENTATION
OR SERVICES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES
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AS WELL AS THOSE ARISING FROM ANY COURSE OF DEALING,
USAGE OR TRADE PRACTICE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES
WILL ACTERNA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES RELATED TO BREACH OF THIS
WARRANTY.
Global services and solutions
Global Services and Solutions markets a broad portfolio of services to
enable customers to aggressively build their competitive advantage
within the markets they serve. Global Services and Solutions innova-
tive offerings respond to our customers’ dynamic needs:
– System deployment and field engineering services
– Technical training
– Product support
– Consulting
– Custom software development
– Integrated service programs
Additional information can also be found on our web site under
Services.
System
deployment and
field engineering
Acterna offers a range of support services for our centralized test
systems, designed around the needs of the customer’s network. Field
engineering and deployment services provide a variety of options for
implementing the test system into the network.
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Deployment — Thorough deployment process covers the initial site
survey through hardware and software installation, allowing rapid inte-
gration of systems product into customers’ environment without the
use of their own resources. Deployment includes survey, configura-
tion, installation of hardware and software, site planning, cabling,
acceptance testing, staging, certification and system documentation.
Basic Service for Systems — In today’s fast-paced world of commu-
nications, network operators are deploying increasingly complex
communications test and management systems. Acterna’s Basic
Service for Systems is designed to provide the system experts,
support and methodologies to facilitate the integration of systems
products into customers’ environments. Basic Service for Systems
encompasses system deployment, training, software upgrades, tech-
nical assistance and repair. This service is subject to availability,
please visit www.acterna.com or contact Customer Care for additional
information.
Training
Acterna delivers training in instructor-led or alternative learning
formats that are flexible, convenient, and timely. Our training solutions
portfolio consists of network-specific test and management tools for
optical transport, cable, access, data, and wireless environments.
Instructor-led training Public courses (Acterna sites)
Public courses help participants quickly acquire fundamental skills or
broaden their communications knowledge with advanced instruction.
Our courses deliver the ideal mix of theory and practice.
On-site training (Customer site)
Acterna provides practical, customized instruction at the customer’s
designated site. Whether your goal is to shorten turn-up times or
increase operation-wide efficiency, on-site training can be a cost-effec-
tive way to train from one to 10 participants. Prior to training, the
instructor contacts the customer to ensure the course content is
aligned with the organization’s training needs. We conduct step-by-
step reviews of current technologies and products to help both new
and experienced technicians translate theory into practical, hands-on
expertise.
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When scheduling an on-site course, please note that Acterna requires
a minimum commitment of two consecutive days of training. Courses
that are only one day in duration may either be paired with another
course for a minimum total of two training days, or presented on two
consecutive days to different groups of participants.
Alternative learning Courseware licensing program and train-the-trainer
Recommended for customers with internal training departments,
Acterna’s Courseware Licensing Program is a fast, affordable alterna-
tive that allows our customers to train their own staff using Acterna’s
courseware. Each course provides comprehensive instructor and
participant materials to ensure consistent content delivery for the
length of the agreement. A critical part of Courseware Licensing is the
Train-the-Trainer program, which prepares the organization’s own
instructors to deliver Acterna training courses. Courseware Licensing
is sold in increments of one, two, or three years.
Computer-based training (CBT)
By blending learning with technology, Acterna’s CBT program
provides our customers with a cost-effective way to learn technology
fundamentals and product applications. Topics include ATM, Frame
Relay, ISDN, LAN Basics, Fiber Optics, and more. CBTs are designed
to complement both public and on-site training; they can serve to
prepare students for classroom Acterna courses or be used after
instructor-led training to reinforce learning. In addition to our pre-pack-
aged CBTs, Acterna custom-develops CBTs to meet your organiza-
tion’s training needs.
To enroll in a course or for more information on the variety of Acterna
training programs available, call 1-800-638-2049 or visit
www.acterna.com and complete the Training Requirement Form.
Product support
To continue repair, maintenance and upgrades after a product’s
warranty expires, Acterna offers a variety of product support plans.
FleetCare — Designed for customers with ten or more Acterna prod-
ucts, FleetCare extends each product’s initial factory warranty to
include repair parts, labor and one-way shipping. FleetCare allows
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customers to upgrade the base package with a variety of options,
including Calibration Plans, Calibration Plan with Manager, Loaners,
7x24 Technical Assistance and Software Enhancement Agreements.
Software Enhancement Agreements — In response to new devel-
opments in technology, Acterna continually upgrades and revises the
software that drives many of its products. Software Enhancement
Agreements automatically ships the latest software revisions, releases
and upgrades to ensure products are operating at the most technolog-
ically advanced level.
Product Maintenance Agreements — Yearly repair and calibration
maintenance agreements simplify billing and help ensure equipment is
always operating at optimum levels. Product maintenance agree-
ments can be used to extend a current warranty or provide protection
for out-of-warranty units.
Repair Pricing Options — For out-of-warranty repairs, Acterna offers
two additional pricing options: time and material pricing and flat rate
pricing. Under time and material pricing, customers are billed for the
actual cost of the repair, making this a cost-effective method for minor
repairs. Under flat rate pricing, customers pay a fixed service charge
to repair unit failures (excluding damage or abuse).
Consulting
services
To quickly improve our customer’s efficiency and productivity, Acterna
offers personalized consulting programs designed to meet specific
client needs. Our consulting staff will work as part of your team,
providing a valuable blend of subject matter proficiency, an in-depth
test and measurement systems perspective, and trusted telecommu-
nications industry vision.
Methods and Procedure Development — Acterna's Methods and
Procedure Development services include consulting with your staff
and assessing your network plant’s current test and turn-up proce-
dures. After evaluating the skill level of your workforce in specific tech-
nologies and procedures, an Acterna team of experts identifies
potential areas of improvement and makes appropriate recommenda-
tions in a formal implementation plan. Depending on your staff 's level
of expertise, test procedures can be written to any level of detail, from
general methods and procedures to detailed “button-by-button" test
and network equipment-specific procedures. In addition, Acterna’s
experts offer hands-on training for your field technicians and can
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resolve specific problems at the central office. Acterna develops test
plans and procedures for Service Providers, End-users and Manufac-
turers of Network Equipment.
Test Automation — With Acterna’s Test Automation Development, a
team of experts can develop customized automated and remote
testing solutions so that you can keep your network functioning at peak
levels. After consulting with you, the Acterna team can determine
which of Acterna’s test and analysis equipment and automation plat-
forms can best streamline your testing processes, data analysis, and
test result storage methods. The consulting team can develop and
integrate automated testing applications on customers’ currently
installed computer platforms that match existing methods and proce-
dures. An Acterna team of consultants can assist customers
throughout every stage of the development and implementation of
automated and remote testing solutions. Services range from devel-
oping automated scripts to integrating customized software applica-
tions to developing drivers to automated manufacturing tests.
On-site Test and Measurement Service — Acterna On-site Test and
Measurement Service provides testing expertise to expedite the
implementation, turn-up, and provisioning of network services.
Applying their knowledge to your specific network requirements,
Acterna’s network consultants can quickly verify transmission
systems’ implementation, assess a fiber plant’s suitability for
advanced services, future-proof your system. Because incomplete
testing often results in crippling losses of revenue, carriers and
providers must operate their networks with a very low margin of error.
Difficulties in ensuring network performance are further compounded
when technicians must employ unfamiliar yet critical test and
measurement processes. But with Acterna’s dedicated, highly skilled
team of professionals providing communications test and measure-
ment solutions, your staff can concentrate on performing value-added
services that will maximize your profitability.
Integrated service
programs
Service Dollars (North America only) — To deliver the highest level
of support with your product purchase, Acterna offers Service Dollars.
Services Dollars can be purchased at anytime, for each Acterna instru-
ment. If purchased at the same time as your product, Service Dollars
are discounted 20 percent. This is a significant savings, as Service
Dollars can be used towards the purchase of any of Global Services
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and Solutions offerings. Service Dollars are also flexible in the fact that
they can be purchased at anytime and then used later towards the
specific service that best fits your support needs.
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Glossary
Symbols/Numerics
802.11b — IEEE standard for wire-
less LANs. You can establish wire-
less LAN connections to the TestPad
using an 802.11 PCMCIA card.
802.3 — The IEEE specification for
Ethernet. 802.3 also specifies a
frame type that places the frame
length in the Length/Type field of the
Ethernet header, as opposed to the
DIX Type II frame type which utilizes
the Length/Type field to identify the
payload Ethertype.
A
ADM — Add-drop multiplexer.
ATP — Acterna test packet. A test
packet that contains a time stamp
and sequence number for measuring
round trip delay and counting out-of-
sequence frames. To transmit ATPs
from an FST-2802, you select an
Acterna payload on the Tx Profiles
tab when you configure a test.
C
CJPAT — Continuous jitter test
pattern.
Controls — Synonym for test
configuration. Appears on the
TestPad user interface.
CRC — Cyclic redundancy check.
See also FCS.
CRPAT — Continuous random test
pattern.
CSPAT — Compliant supply noise
test pattern.
D
DA — Destination address.
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DB-9 — Standard 9-pin RS-232
serial port or connector. The Y cable
supplied with the TestPad provides a
DB-9 connector.
DB-25 — 25-pin RS-232 serial port
or connector.
DHCP — Dynamic Host Configura-
tion Protocol. A communications
protocol that assigns IP addresses
dynamically as needed. Also
supports static IP address assign-
ment.
DIX — Digital, Intel, and Xerox.
Ethernet Type II frame format.
DTE — Data Terminal Equipment.
Port that serves as the data transmis-
sion source, data transmission desti-
nation, or both, for the purpose of
sending or receiving data. The USB/
Serial port of the TestPad is config-
ured as a DTE port.
E
Ethernet — A LAN protocol. Using
the FST-2802, you can test and verify
Ethernet network elements and
services. If you purchase the
Networking option, you can establish
Ethernet connections from the
TestPad to an Ethernet network or a
laptop or PC using an Ethernet
PCMCIA card and an Ethernet LAN
or crossover cable. After you estab-
lish an Ethernet connection, you can
run the Remote GUI, use FTP to
transfer files, issue remote control
commands, and launch the Web
browser.
Ethernet link partner — The
nearest Ethernet device on a link.
The FST-2802 auto-negotiates its
capabilities with this device when you
initialize a link.
F
FCS — Frame check sequence. A
value calculated by an originating
device and inserted into an Ethernet
frame. The receiving device
performs the same calculation, and
compares its FCS value with the FCS
value in the frame. If the values don’t
match (suggesting the frame is
errored), an FCS error is declared.
Switching devices will discard the
frame.
FDX — Full duplex.
FTP — File transfer protocol.
Protocol used on LANs and the
Internet to transfer files. If you
purchase the Networking option, you
can transfer files to and from the
TestPad using FTP.
G
GBIC — Gigabit Interface Converter.
An Ethernet or Fibre Channel module
that provides a media conversion
from a standard, defined Ethernet or
Fibre Channel interface to the
desired media such as single-mode
or multi-mode fiber. The FST-2802
provides a GBIC jack for
1G Ethernet, 1G Fibre Channel, and
2G Fibre Channel testing.
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GUI — Graphical User Interface.
Layout of commands in a user-
friendly environment. See also UI
(user interface).
H
HDX — Half duplex.
Histogram — Print output of specific
results in a bar graph format.
I
ICMP — Internet Control Message
Protocol. Protocol which provides
basic control messages such as
Echo Requests and Echo Replies for
IP packet processing. When you ping
a layer 3 or IP device using the FST-
2802, the FST-2802 displays key
ICMP messages in the message
display of the user interface.
IP — Internet Protocol. Protocol
specifying the format and address
scheme of packets transmitted over
the Internet. Typically used with TCP.
ISP — Internet service provider. A
vendor who provides access to the
Internet and the World Wide Web.
ITU — International Telecommunica-
tions Union based in Geneva, Swit-
zerland.
J
jabber — An Ethernet frame that
exceeds the IEEE 802.3 maximum
length of 1518 bytes (or 1522 bytes
with a VLAN tag) and contains an
errored FCS, or a Fibre Channel
frame that exceeds the maximum
length of 2140 bytes with an errored
CRC.
jumbo frame — An Ethernet frame
that exceeds the IEEE 802.3
maximum length of 1518 bytes (or
1522 bytes with a VLAN tag), or a
Fibre Channel frame that exceeds
2140 bytes. You can transmit jumbo
frames using the FST-2802.
L
LCD — Liquid crystal display.
LED — Light emitting diode.
LLC — Logical link control. Three
bytes carried in 802.3 frames which
specify the memory buffer the data
frame is placed in. When you
transmit pings using the FST-2802,
you can transmit 802.3 frames with
LLC, or 802.3 frames with LLC and
SubNetwork Access Protocol
(SNAP).
M
MDI — Medium dependent interface.
MDI-X — Medium dependent inter-
face crossover.
Msg — Message.
MSPP — MSPP. Multi-service provi-
sioning platform. Typically next
generation SONET multiplexors
capable of aggregating multiple
access technologies such as
Ethernet, TDM, and ATM onto a
SONET ring.
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N
NiMH — Nickel-Metal Hydride. The
TestPad is equipped with a recharge-
able Nickel-Metal Hydride battery.
P
PCMCIA — Personal Computer
Memory Card International Associa-
tion. The PCMCIA standardizes
credit-card size packages for
memory and input/output for
computers, laptops, palmtops, and
more.
Ping — Program which sends an
ICMP echo request packet to an IP
address and awaits a reply. Ping
requests are typically used to test
connectivity. You can transmit and
respond to ping packets using the
FST-2802.
Print event trigger — An event,
such as a change in test results or a
test restart, which prompts the
TestPad to generate print output.
Print mode — The means of gener-
ating print output on the TestPad.
You can manually generate output,
schedule the TestPad to generate
output at timed intervals, or schedule
the TestPad to generate output when
a test ends.
Print type — The type of information
provided in print output.
R
RFC 2544 — Document titled
Benchmarking Methodology for
Network Interconnect Devices,
published by the Internet Engi-
neering Task Force. RFC 2544
defines a series of tests that can be
used to measure the performance
characteristics of data networking
devices. Using the FST-2802, you
can run an automated script which
prompts you for key parameters for
each of the RFC 2544 recommended
tests.
RJ-11 — Modular telephone jack,
typically used for telephones,
modems, and fax machines.
RJ-45 — Jack on the FST-2802
used for 10/100 Ethernet testing.
RS-232 — Set of standards speci-
fying electrical, functional and
mechanical interfaces used for
communicating between computers,
terminals and modems.
runt — An Ethernet frame that is
shorter than the IEEE 802.3
minimum frame length of 64 bytes
and contains an errored FCS, or a
Fibre Channel frame that is shorter
than the minimum 28 byte frame
length containing an errored CRC.
Rx — Receive.
S
SA — Source address.
Secs — Seconds.
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Service disruption time — The
time between Ethernet or Fibre
Channel frames (maximum inter-
frame gap) when service switches to
a protect line. The Svc Disruption
(ms) result in the Link Stats category
displays the service disruption time.
SFD — Start of frame delimiter. Part
of an Ethernet frame preamble that
indicates that the destination
address frame is about to begin.
SMTP — Simple mail transfer
protocol. You must connect to an
SMTP server to send e-mail from the
TestPad.
SNAP — SubNetwork Access
Protocol. Protocol used in 802.3
frames which specifies a vendor
code and an Ethertype. When you
transmit pings using the FST-2802,
you can transmit 802.3 frames with
with logical link control (LLC) and
SNAP.
T
Tcl/Tk — Scripting language which
enables you to write your own test
scripts for the TestPad.
TCP — Transmission Control
Protocol. Protocol enabling two hosts
to establish a connection and
exchange streams of data.
Term — See Terminate
Terminate — An application where
the test set is terminating the circuit.
In these applications, the test set
sends and receives traffic.
Thru — An application where the
test set is used in series with a
network circuit to monitor the traffic
on that circuit.
ToS — Type of service. When you
configure the FST-2802 to transmit
pings, you can optionally specify the
type of service using the Advanced
button on the PING tab.
TTL — Time to live. Time after which
a fragmented ping request or
response can be deleted by any
device on a circuit. When you
configure the FST-2802 to transmit
pings, you can optionally specify the
TTL value in seconds using the
Advanced button on the PING tab.
Tx — Transmit
U
UIM — User interface module.
USB — Universal Serial Bus. A bus
designed to handle a broad range of
devices, such as keyboards,
mouses, printers, modems, and
hubs. The Y cable supplied with the
TestPad provides a USB connector.
V
VNC — Virtual Network Computing.
A thin client system that enables you
to run applications on a VNC server
from any other computer connected
to the Internet. Using VNC, you can
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run the TestPad from a remote work-
station, and you can run remote
applications from the TestPad.
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Index
Numerics
802.11b connections
establishing 87
parameters 89
802.3 frames 115, 160
A
Accessories
about 8
connectivity 12
GBICs 9
miscellaneous 15
print 14
Acrobat Reader, launching 66
Acterna payload, Ethernet
measuring round trip delay 158
selecting 137
Acterna payload, Fibre Channel
measuring round trip delay 214
selecting 195
Action buttons 23
Alarm LEDs 222
Alarms, clearing 106
Application buttons 21
Application modules
connecting 28
swapping 28
AutoMATE option 24
Automated scripts
AutoMATE 24
running 109
viewing results 110
Automatic loopback feature
Ethernet 153
Fibre Channel 209
AutoNeg Status results 224
Auto-negotiation, Ethernet
about 113
specifying advertised capabilities 123
B
Batteries
charging 32
maintenance guidelines 30
replacing 32
viewing charge status 31
BER testing
Layer 1, Ethernet 143
Layer 1, Fibre Channel 200
Layer 2, Ethernet 146
Layer 2, Fibre Channel 202
Bluetooth connections 87
Bottom panel 18
Brightness key 25
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308 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
Bursty traffic
about 118
configuring for Ethernet 128
configuring for Fibre Channel 188
Buttons
Action 23
Application 21
Battery 23
LLB OFF 208
Loop Up 153, 209
Port 22
Power Status 25
Reset Svc Disruption 148, 204
Result Category 23
RFC 2544 22
Setup 22
System 23
To o l s 23, 24
C
Charging the battery 32
CJPAT pattern 150, 206
Clearing
alarms 106
NOVRAM 46
Commands, remote control
configuration 251
event 285
miscellaneous 287
result 269
Computer name, TestPad 70
Configuration commands
config 251
config:all 266
config:id 266
config:test 267
config:value 266
Configuration summary bar 22
Configurations
loading 108
storing 107
Configuring
Ethernet traffic loads, Ethernet 128
Fibre Channel traffic loads, Fibre
Channel 188
network equipment 68, 69
serial printers 50
tests 94
Connecting
application modules 28
keyboards 33
mouse 33
printers 49
TestPad for testing 96
TestPad’s FTP server 77
USB devices 33
Connections
about serial and network 80
IP socket 90
LAN 87
modem dial-in 85
modem dial-out 83
serial 81, 82
Connectivity
establishing Ethernet 121
establishing Fibre Channel 185
troubleshooting Ethernet 127
troubleshooting Fibre Channel 187
Connectivity Tools Menu command 24
Connectors, serial 17
Constant traffic
about 118
configuring for Ethernet 128
configuring for Fibre Channel 188
Consulting services 298–299
Copying and pasting files 75
CRC errors, inserting 211
CRPAT pattern 150, 206
CSPAT pattern 150, 206
Custom result category 45
Customer services 290–295
technical assistance 290
warranty information 292–295
D
Date and time, setting 35
default.txt file 47
Deleting files 75
DHCP 89
Dial-in connections 85
Dial-out connections 83
Display panel, LED 222
DIX frames 114
DNS server address, LAN connections 89
Dual port THRU mode
monitoring 1G Ethernet traffic 175
monitoring Fibre Channel traffic 216
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E
Electrical specifications 247
E-mail, sending 62
Emulating a VT100 terminal 69
End-to-end testing, Ethernet
inserting FCS errors 156
performing 140
End-to-end testing, Fibre Channel
inserting CRC errors 211
performing 197
Environmental specifications 246
Equipment
product support plans 297–298
Error Stats results 234
Ethernet 128
Ethernet connections 87
Ethernet testing
about 112
assigning source address to port 172
auto-negotiation 113
end-to-end testing 140
establishing connectivity 121
inserting FCS errors 156
Layer 1 BERT 143
Layer 2 BERT 146
link initialization 112, 123
loopback testing 151
measuring round trip delay 158
measuring service disruption time 147
monitoring 10/100 traffic 177
monitoring 1G traffic 174, 175
monitoring IP addresses 176
ping testing 159
running RFC 2544 script 165, 169
transmitting patterns 149
troubleshooting 1G connectivity 127
Ethernet traffic
802.3 frame format 160
about 113
bursty loads 118
configuring loads 128
constant loads 118
DIX frame format 114
ramped loads 119
receive profiles 120, 133
switching 115
transmit profiles 120, 136
VLAN tagged frame format 115
Event commands 285
event 285
event change 286
Event triggers 49
Extended keypad
about 25
Brightness key 25
Help key 26
Keyboard key 26
Printer Setup key 26
Restart key 25
Toggle Screen key 25
F
Factory defaults, restoring 46
FCS errors, inserting 156
Features and capabilities
Ethernet 4
Fibre Channel 5
FST-2000 TestPad 5
Fibre Channel testing
about 182
end-to-end testing 197
establishing connectivity 185
inserting a CRC error 211
Layer 1 BERT 200
Layer 2 BERT 202
link initialization 182
loopback testing 207
measuring round trip delay 214
measuring service disruption time 203
monitoring traffic 215
transmitting patterns 205
troubleshooting connectivity 187
Fibre Channel traffic
about 182
bursty loads 118
configuring loads 188
constant loads 118
frame format 182, 183
ramped loads 119
receive profiles 185, 192
transmit profiles 184, 194
Files
copying and pasting 75
deleting 75
filtering 74
renaming 75
running 75
selecting 71
viewing 75
Filter Counts results 232
Filter Stats results 231
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Filtering
Ethernet traffic 133, 136
Fibre Channel traffic 192, 194
files 74
Flow control
turning off advertised capability 123
Frame formats
802.3 160
DIX 114
DIX, VLAN tagged 115
Fibre Channel 183
Front panel 19
FST-2802
accessories 8
base configurations 6
basic operations 27
basic testing 93
connections for remote applications 79
Ethernet testing 111
features and capabilities 3
Fibre Channel testing 181
GBICs 9
loading software upgrades 43
options 7
powering 20
remote control commands 249
settings 24
specifications 245
test results 219
FTP server
connecting to remote 76
connecting to TestPad’s 77
G
GBIC, accessories 9
H
Headings, on print output 52
Help key 26
Histograms, setting up 57
Hub, connecting 33
HyperTerminal, launching 69
I
Inserting
CRC errors 211
FCS errors 156
Internet and intranet content, viewing 68
IP address 176
determining the TestPad’s 70
IP socket connections 90
J
Jumbo frames
provisioning routers for 162
transmitting 139
K
Keyboard key 26
Keyboards
connecting USB 33
on-screen 61
Keys
Brightness 25
Help 26
Keyboard 26
Printer Setup 26
Restart 25
Toggle Screen 25
L
LAN connections 87
LED display panel 20
LEDs
alarm 222
display panel 222
result category 223
results 222
status 222
Line loopback feature
Ethernet 151
Fibre Channel 207
Link Counts results 228
Link initialization
about Ethernet 112
about Fibre Channel 182
Ethernet auto-negotiation 113
specifying Ethernet parameters 123
Link Stats results 227
Load types
configuring Ethernet 128
configuring Fibre Channel 188
Index
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Loads, traffic
bursty 118
constant 118
ramped 119
Loop Up button 153, 209
Loopback testing, Ethernet
about 151
inserting FCS errors 156
text identifiers 153
two TestPad requirement 115
using automatic loopback 153
using line Loopback 151
Loopback testing, Fibre Channel
about 207
inserting CRC errors 211
text identifiers 210
using automatic loopback 209
using line Loopback 207
M
MAC address
assigning user-specified 172
determining factory-assigned 139
MDIs 179
Measuring
round trip delay, Ethernet 158
round trip delay, Fibre Channel 214
service disruption time, Ethernet 147
service disruption time, Fibre Channel
203
Medium dependent interfaces 179
Message display bar 23
Miscellaneous commands
hello 287
help 287
id 288
options 288
print 288
rev 288
Modem dial-in connections 85
Modem dial-out connections 83
monitoring on 1G Ethernet 176
Monitoring traffic, Ethernet
10/100 in dual port THRU mode 177
1G using a splitter 174
1G using dual port THRU mode 175
1G using single port THRU mode 174
IP addresses on 1G traffic 176
Monitoring traffic, Fibre Channel
using a splitter 215
using dual port THRU mode 216
using single port THRU mode 215
Mouse, connecting 33
Muting the speaker 39
N
Networking option 8
NOVRAM, clearing 46
O
Online help
launching 24, 26
On-screen keyboard 61
Options
about 6
AutoMATE 24
FST-2802 7
loading 41
Networking 8
Scripting 8
Tes t P a d 8
VLAN Tagging 7
VT100 8, 69
Web browser 8, 68
options command 288
P
Panels
bottom 18
front 19
LED display 20
top 16
Parameters
connectivity 81
testing 94
Password, remote GUI 35
Pattern Stats results 237
Patterns
CJPAT 150, 206
CRPAT 150, 206
CSPAT 150, 206
transmitting Ethernet 149
transmitting Fibre Channel 205
Payload, Acterna
Ethernet 137, 158
Fibre Channel 195, 214
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312 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
PCMCIA cards
serial 81
slots 17
PDFs, viewing 66
Physical specifications 246
Ping
Ping Stats results 237
response messages 164
testing 159
Port buttons 22
Power status button 25
Powering the TestPad 20
print command 288
Print output See Printing
Printer Setup key 26
Printers
configuring serial 50
connecting 33, 49
Printer Setup key 26
Printing
headings on output 52
histograms 57
print event triggers 49
print management 24
print modes 49
print output, viewing 60
print types 49
stored print files 61
test configurations and test results 47
to text files 47
Product support plans 297–298
Profiles, Ethernet
defining receive 133
defining transmit 136
Profiles, Fibre Channel
defining receive 192
defining transmit 194
Provisioning routers for jumbo frame
support 162
R
Ramped traffic
about 119
configuring for 128
configuring for Fibre Channel 188
Receive profiles
defining Ethernet 133
defining Fibre Channel 192
Remote control
characteristics of commands 250
configuration commands 251
event commands 285
miscellaneous commands 287
result commands 269
Remote control function, about 250
Remote GUI
Extended keypad commands 26, 71
password 35
running 70
Renaming files 75
Replacing batteries 32
Rest Svc Disruption button 148, 204
Restart key 25
Restarting tests 106
Restoring factory defaults 46
Result Category button 23
Result commands 269
AutoNeg Status 280
Error Stats 278
Filter Counts 277
Filter Stats 275
LED results 270
Link Counts 273
Link Stats 271
Pattern Stats 282
Ping Stats 283
result 269
result:all 269
result:id 269
result:summary 269
Signal 271
Result display 23
Result panes 23
Results
about 220
AutoNeg Status 224
Error Stats 234
Filter Counts 232
Filter Stats 231
LED 222, 223
Link Counts 228
Link Stats 227
Pattern Stats 237
Ping Stats 237
Signal 223
Summary 220
Time 224
RFC 2544
about the script 165
Index
FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A 313
button 22
running script from Remote GUI 169
running script from TestPad 165
Round trip delay
measuring Ethernet 158
measuring Fibre Channel 214
test results 227
Routers, provisioning for jumbo frames
162
Rx profiles See Receive profiles
S
Safety
safety instructions ix
symbols on the module x
Screen brightness, setting 38
Screen saver, setting up 37
Scripting option 8
Scripts
about RFC 2544 165
running RFC 2544 from Remote GUI
169
running RFC 2544 from TestPad 165
See alsoTest scripts
Selecting files 71
Sending e-mail 62
Serial connections
default settings 82
establishing 81
Service disruption time
measuring Ethernet 147
measuring Fibre Channel 203
Services
consulting services 298–299
global services and solutions 299–300
product support plans 297–298
Settings
serial connections 82
speaker 39
TestPad 24
Setup button 22
Signal results 223
Single port THRU mode
monitoring 1G Ethernet traffic 174
monitoring Fibre Channel traffic 215
SMTP server, e-mail 62
Socket connections 90
Software upgrades, loading 43
Source address
assigning user-specified 172
determining factory-assigned 139
Speaker settings 39
Specifications
electrical 247
environmental 246
physical 246
Specifying
advertised auto-negotiation capabili-
ties 123
link initialization parameters 123
Status LEDs 222
Stylus 21
Summary bar 22
Summary results 220
Swapping
addresses 115
application modules 28
Switch port emulation 113
Switching, Ethernet 115
System button 23
T
TCP/IP address, LAN connections 89
Technical assistance, Acterna xxiii
Test configurations
loading 108
storing 107
Tes t r e s u lts
about 220
AutoNeg Status 224
Custom 45
Error Stats 234
Filter Counts 232
Filter Stats 231
LED 222, 223
Link Counts 228
Link Stats 227
Pattern Stats 237
Ping Stats 237
printing 47
Signal 223
Summary 220
Time 224
viewing 106
Index
314 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
Test scripts
about RFC 2544 165
AutoMATE option 24
running 109
running RFC 2544 from Remote GUI
169
running RFC 2544 from TestPad 165
viewing, renaming, and deleting 110
Te s t i n g
basic 93
configuring a test 94
connecting TestPad for 96
Ethernet 111
Fibre Channel 181
restarting 24, 106
running a test 94
scripts See Test sc r i p ts
test results 219
Te s t P ad
bottom panel 18
computer name 70
connecting for testing 96
connectors 96
determining IP address 70
front panel 19
FTP server 77
LED display panel 20
options 8
powering 20
sending e-mail 62
settings 24
setup requirements 35
software initialization 30
stylus 21
top panel 16
user interface 21
Text identifiers, defining 153, 210
THRU mode
dual port, Ethernet 175
dual port, Fibre Channel 216
single port, Ethernet 174
single port, Fibre Channel 215
Time results 224
Toggle Screen key 25
Tools button 24
Tools menu commands
AutoMATE 24
Connectivity 24
File Management 24
FST-2802 Settings 24
Help 24
Print Management 24
Programs 24
Store/Recall Setups 24
Test Restart 24
TestPad Settings 24
Top panel 16
Traffic, Ethernet
802.3 frame format 160
about 113
bursty loads 118
configuring loads 128
constant loads 118
DIX frame format 114
ramped loads 119
receive profiles 120, 133
switching 115
transmit profiles 120, 136
VLAN tagged frame format 115
Traffic, Fibre Channel
about 182
bursty loads 118
configuring loads 188
constant loads 118
frame format 183
ramped loads 119
receive profiles 185, 192
transmit profiles 184, 194
Training 296–297
computer-based 297
courseware licensing program 297
instructor-led 296
train the trainer 297
Transmit profiles
defining Ethernet 136
defining Fibre Channel 194
Transmitting patterns
Ethernet 149
Fibre Channel 205
Troubleshooting 242
Ethernet connectivity 127
Fibre Channel connectivity 187
Tx profiles See Transmit profiles
U
UIM
attaching modules to 28
Upgrades, loading 43
USB devices, connecting 33
USB direct connections 87
USB/Serial port 17
User interface, navigating 21
Index
FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A 315
V
Viewing
files 75
Internet/intranet content 68
PDFs 66
print files 60
script results 110
test results 106
VLAN tagging 136
about 115
frame format 115
monitoring tagged frames 136
option 7
transmitting tagged frames 138
VNC viewer 67
Volume, speaker 39
VT100 emulation 8, 69
W
Warranty information 292–295
hardware 292
services 294
software 293
warranty disclaimer 295
Web browser
launching 68
option 8
VNC viewer 67
Y
Y cable 17
Index
316 FST-2802 TestPad User’s Guide Revision A
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