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Hobbes 256852 GIGATEST Handheld Gigabit Ethernet Test Tool

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Hobbes 256852 GIGATEST Handheld Gigabit Ethernet Test Tool

$1,607.46

Availability: 2 to 3 Weeks

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GIGATEST is a wire-speed Ethernet Tester that features on-site cabling analysis of network infrastructures.

Network cabling of new structures is generally performed by third-party contractors that often perform network cable testing to ensure connectivity. However, it is frequent network throughput is neglected and only to be discovered the cables installed are unable to reach wire-speed transmission or receive multiple error packets. A large part of establishments functioning smoothly is rooted in the performance of the network. GIGATEST is the ideal solution for testing and troubleshooting potential problems of data transmission and bandwidth.

GIGATEST function in pairs with the assignment of "Lord and Servant" intended to achieve singlehanded testing. The units automatically negotiate to establish bi-directional symmetric/asymmetric wire-speed transmission (loop test) and synchronize test results. When installing an asymmetric transmission network, in which the downstream is greatly faster than upstream speed, it is difficult to test the network using the general loopback method. Since data transmission speeds of both sides must match, GIGATEST asymmetric loop test is capable of adjusting the speed to verify symmetric transmission quality.

Utilizing GIGATEST during network cabling set-up will ensure networks can optimally perform to minimizing interruptions, eliminate downtime, and capable of supporting future needs of your operation.

Features

  • PC connection is not required to conduct testing
  • Lightweight and compact
  • Requires no special expertise
  • 5 user-defined test patterns and 10 pre-defined test patterns
  • Packet generator and analyzer for bi-directional symmetric and asymmetric transmission test on Wirespeed gigabit networks
  • On-panel operations generate short, long and random length packets
  • Bi-directional or Loopback transmission tests can be performed with a pair of GIGATEST that serve as Servant and Lord
  • Test forward test streams to up to five GIGATEST in mesh LAN with Mesh Loop function
  • Access and download file from internet to test connectivity
  • Layer 1 and Layer 2 loopback support
  • Rotary switch provides 5 configurable test modes that can be customized before testing using PC
  • Test by rotary time switch or packet counts based test via software for time based testing
  • Determine Pass/Fail status of Loopback test via userandndash;defined packet loss criteria
  • Easily test asymmetrical networks like ADSL without complicated settings
  • Make advanced configuration using USB connection and included software
  • Rechargeable battery is built-in

Applications

  • Network detection for R&D
  • On-site reapir, maintenance and testing
  • Office troubleshooting
  • Transmission tests that are asymmetrical
  • Internet connection status testing


Hobbes 256852 Specifications

Specifications

Supported frame formatEthernet II frame IEEE 802.3 frame
SideLeft: One 10/100/1000 Mbps UTP Ethernet port on–panel operationRight: One USB port (mini–USB connector)-One power switchBottom: One set of 16 scales rotary switch for different function modes-Two sets of 16 scales rotary switch for ID control-Two sets of 16 scales rotary switch in second for control of test duration-One clear counter button-One broadcast test packet button-One Run/Stop test button
Auto Negotiation/Forced Mode10/100Mbps Half/Full Duplex1000Mbps Full Duplex
Transfer rateWirespeed by test button on the device-Customized in Mbps via configuration of utility software-Asymmetric transfer rate by a pair of GIGATEST for ADSL test viaconfiguration of utility software
Packet lengthShort packet length 64 bytes by test button on the device-Long packet length 1518 bytes by test button on the device-Random packet length 64/128/256/512/768/1024/1518 bytes bytest button-Specify fix length 64/128/256/512/768/1024/1518 bytes viaconfiguration of utility software
Payload in frameRandom by default button-Selectable fix pattern, Byte increase, random or BERT via configurationof utility software
Time based test0~255 seconds by rotary switch on the device or 00 on two rotary switchesfor infinite time till stop button is pressed-Input test time required via configuration of utility software
Packet based testCustomized by packets counts via configuration of utility software-Generate specified VLAN ID tagged packet-Generate specified Destination IP/Source IP packetUser–defined loss tolerance to identify Pass/Fail result of Loopback testNo packet loss to identify Pass/Fail result of general testPass or Fail LED indicator and log to show the result of testBi–directional Symmetric Loop Test from utility softwareBi–directional Asymmetric Loop Test from utility softwarePacket Generation Test from utility softwareUser–defined test modes from A~E scales rotary switch.Test mode A~E can be changed randomlyProvide pre–defined template A: P2P test, B: Packet Generation,C: Web Access, D: Loopback Test, E: ADSL 10M/20M for fast configurationDefault function and test modes from 0~9 scales rotary switch as below
0, Servant modeSwitch to Servant mode and accepts control from Lord
1, Short PacketSymmetrical and bi–directional short packets (64 bytes length) test with test result
2, Long PacketSame test as function 1 with long packets (1518 bytes length)
3, Random PacketSame test as function 1 with random (64~1518 byteslength) packets
4, BERT LoopbackLord send BERT pattern to Servant for Loopback test by swapping DA and SA
5, Mesh LoopLord sends test packets to the 1st Servant, then the 1stServant forward packets to 2nd Servant. It is repeated until packets return to Lord
6, Web AccessGet IP from DHCP and download a specified file from Internet
7, Broadcast packetSend 60 broadcast frames per second in increased frame length
8, Loopback (layer1)Switch to layer 1 loopback mode (as servant)
9, Loopback (layer2)Same as function 8 with swapped DA and SA and recalculated CRC
A~E, Customized settingsCustomized settings configured by PC such as ADSL network test
F, PC controlControl by PC via USB port
Power/RunPower and Test Running status
SpeedConnection Speed, different blinking frequency shows differentspeeds, able to identify 10Mbps, 100Mbps and 1000Mbps
Low BatLow battery warning
Get_IPStatus for getting IP from DHCP
TXData Transmission (fast blinking indicates Wirespeed)Loss: Packet loss at transmission side
RXData Receiving (fast blinking indicates Wirespeed)Loss: Packet loss at receiving side
PassPassed test result
LoopbackLoopback test in servant mode
ServantUnder Servant state
ConnectConnection status with other GIGATEST
CRCError CRC packet received
FailFailed test result
Tx Packet, Rx Packet, CRC Error PacketTx Bytes, Rx Bytes, Tx Rate, Rx Rate, Rx Broadcast Packet, Rx Multicast Packet, Rx Unicast Packet, Rx Pause Packet, Rx VLAN Packet, Rx IPv4 Packet,Rx Dribble Packet, Rx Alignment Error Packet, Rx Under Size Packet, Rx Over Size Packet, Rx 64Bytes Packet, Rx 65–127 Bytes Packet, Rx 128–255 Bytes Packet, Rx 256–511 Bytes Packet, Rx 512–1023 Bytes Packet, Rx 1024–1522 Bytes Packet
GIGATESTGIGATEST 1.0 is a GUI (graphic user interface) applicationsoftware for GIGATEST, which is for controlling, configuration, countersdata collecting and system upgrade of this machine
TemperatureOperating: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)Storage: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
HumidityOperating: 0 to 85% RHStorage: 0 to 85% RH
Power and ConnectionTwo built–in 3.7V NI–MH batteriesFrom USB cable via PC or external adapter
Dimensions141 x 22 x 22 mm


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