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- Page 1 LinkRunner AT 1000/2000 ™ Network Auto-Tester User Manual Released 04/2017 Copyright © 2017 NETSCOUT SYSTEMS, Inc. All rights reserved. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
- Page 2 The Use of Materials is restricted by the terms of this Agreement, and, in accordance with DFARS Section 227.7202 and FAR Section 12.212, is further restricted in accordance with the terms of NETSCOUT's commercial End User License Agreement. All other Use is prohibited, except as described herein.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Title Page Introduction ..............................1 Link-Live Cloud Service ..............................1 LinkRunner Manager ................................1 About this Manual ................................1 The NETSCOUT Website ..............................2 Register Your Product ..............................2 Contact NETSCOUT ................................2 Safety Information ................................2 Cleaning the Tester ................................3 Kit Package Contents ...............................3 Physical Features ............................4 Battery Charging and Life ..............................5... - Page 4 III. The Home Screen ............................8 Common Questions LinkRunner AT Can Answer ................... 9 Link-Live Cloud Service ..........................11 Setting Up the Tester ..........................12 IP Configuration ................................12 VLAN/MAC/Proxy Configuration ............................ 13 AutoTest Configuration ..............................14 PoE Configuration ................................14 Connect Configuration ..............................
- Page 5 Using the PoE Feature ..........................23 Using the Reflector Feature (Model 2000 only) ..................27 Using the Fiber Connection (Model 2000 only) ..................27 XII. Saving a Report ............................28 XIII. Specifications .............................. 29 Environmental Specifications ............................29 General Specifications ..............................30 LinkRunner Manager Software ............................
- Page 6 List of Figures Figure Page Physical Features of LinkRunner AT .......................... 4 How to Remove/Replace the Batteries ........................6 The Home Screen ............................... 8 Tools Menu................................... 12 IP Configuration Screen .............................. 12 VLAN/MAC/Proxy Configuration Screen ........................13 AutoTest Configuration Screen..........................14 PoE Configuration Screen............................
- Page 7 Nearest Switch Results ..............................22 Cable Test Results ................................22 PoE Configuration on LR-AT model 1000........................23 PoE Configuration on LR-AT model 2000........................23 AutoTest results - PoE without TruePower .......................24 Switch - PoE without TruePower ..........................24 AutoTest results - PoE with TruePower........................25 Switch - PoE with TruePower............................25 AutoTest results - PoE with TruePower and Measured Load .................26 Reflector Mode Screen ..............................27 Fiber Connected Switch Results ..........................27...
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Page 8: Introduction
Link-Live Cloud Service LinkRunner AT 1000/2000 Network Auto-Tester is hereafter referred to as the LinkRunner AT or LR-AT. The Link-Live Cloud Service is a free, online system for collecting, tracking, and organizing your test results, which are automatically uploaded to Link-Live once configured. -
Page 9: The Netscout Website
To register, create an NOT FOR CONNECTION TO PUBLIC account, and then fill out the online form on the NETSCOUT TELEPHONE SYSTEMS website at enterprise.netscout.com/register. CANADIAN STANDARDS ASSOCIATION ... -
Page 10: Cleaning The Tester
MODELS & ACCESSORIES at the top of the page. -
Page 11: Physical Features
Physical Features HYSICAL EATURES On/off key. Makes a selection on the screen. Shows the previous screen. Softkeys. The function of the softkey is shown above the key. Cable test wire mapping input. Connect the cable from the top Ethernet port to this port to view the wire map details. -
Page 12: Battery Charging And Life
Shows the Home screen. : Clears the current measurement data. O LinkRunner AT 1000 model includes a AA battery pack. LinkRunner AT 2000 model includes a rechargeable Lithium- : Saves the current measurements data into a report ion battery pack. -
Page 13: How To Remove/Replace The Batteries
Physical Features Figure 2 illustrates the battery replacement process. How to Replace the AA Batteries How to Remove the Li-Ion Battery Pack (LR-AT 1000 only) (LR-AT 2000 only) Figure 2. How to Remove/Replace the Batteries... -
Page 14: Maintenance
Use only service centers that are approved by NETSCOUT. Accessories For a complete list of options and accessories visit the NETSCOUT website at enterprise.netscout.com/linkrunner. Select MODELS & ACCESSORIES at the top of the page. -
Page 15: The Home Screen
The Home Screen III. CREEN Cable: When the cable is connected un-terminated, or is connected to a WireView Office Locator, this shows cable information or wire mapping information. This feature can also be used to locate a cable with the optional Fluke Networks* IntelliTone Probe. -
Page 16: Common Questions Linkrunner At Can Answer
Common Questions LinkRunner AT Can Answer Does this RJ-45 port support PoE? OMMON UESTIONS Use Tools to specify the desired PoE power class and use AT C UNNER NSWER Switch or AutoTest to verify the power under load up to 25.5 W (802.3at). - Page 17 Common Questions LinkRunner AT Can Answer Can I PING? Select AutoTest. Configure an address to Ping under Tools > AutoTest Configuration. Can I verify application connectivity? Select AutoTest. Configure an address and application port (e.g. port 80 for web/HTTP) under Tools > AutoTest Configuration.
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Page 18: Link-Live Cloud Service
Link-Live Cloud Service LOUD ERVICE This online service, once set up, automatically uploads and Once your LinkRunner AT is claimed in Link-Live, and you saves results from the LinkRunner AT. have configured it to upload to Link-Live rather than save to internal memory, test results upload automatically as soon In the Link-Live Cloud Service, you can view comments added as you connect to the internet. -
Page 19: Setting Up The Tester
Setting Up the Tester ETTING P THE ESTER IP Configuration To change settings on the tester, select Tools from the home screen. Select Tools > IP Configuration. Figure 5. IP Configuration Screen Figure 4. Tools Menu This screen allows you to enter an IPv4 address or use a DHCP address (default). -
Page 20: Vlan/Mac/Proxy Configuration
Setting Up the Tester VLAN/MAC/Proxy Configuration To configure with your network’s Proxy settings: Select Address, enter your proxy server address, and Select Tools > VLAN/MAC/Proxy Configuration. save (F2). Select Port, enter your proxy server port number, and save (F2). If required, select User, enter your User ID, and save (F2). If required, select Password, enter your proxy password, and save (F2). -
Page 21: Autotest Configuration
Setting Up the Tester AutoTest Configuration PoE Configuration Select Tools > AutoTest Configuration. Select Tools > PoE Configuration. Figure 8. PoE Configuration Screen Figure 7. AutoTest Configuration Screen By default, PoE is disabled. This screen allows you to enable/ This screen allows you to enter up to ten key device disable PoE detection, Enable TruePower , and set the Class addresses (Targets) to test connectivity. -
Page 22: Connect Configuration
Setting Up the Tester Connect Configuration General Configuration Select Tools > Connect Configuration. Select Tools > General Configuration. Figure 9. Connect Configuration Screen Figure 10. General Configuration Screen This screen allows you to enable 802.1x Authentication and The Reporting Mode determines whether test results are set the Speed &... -
Page 23: Reflector Configuration (Model 2000 Only)
Figure 12. Reflector Default Configuration Screen The LR-AT 2000 must be configured to: MAC + NETSCOUT - This filter setting allows the LR-AT 2000 to only reflect packets when the destination MAC address field matches the LR-AT 2000's own MAC address and NETSCOUT payload. -
Page 24: Additional Linkrunner Tools
Additional LinkRunner Tools VII. DDITIONAL UNNER OOLS LinkRunner Information Manage Files Select Tools > LinkRunner Information. Manage Files allows you to load a profile, save a profile, save a report, rename a profile or report, or delete a profile or a This screen displays the following product information: report. -
Page 25: Restore Factory Defaults
Additional LinkRunner Tools To Save a Profile To add characters to the filename, use highlight a character, then press Select Tools > Manage files. To move the cursor in the filename, highlight the Select Save Profile. The current settings are now saved filename, then press ... -
Page 26: Update Firmware
MAC Address: LinkRunner MAC address Download the LinkRunner firmware update file from the Proxy: Disabled NETSCOUT website (enterprise.netscout.com, Support AutoTest Configuration: > Downloads & Updates), or contact NETSCOUT to get the update by other means. Continuous Mode: On Target: none Save the file to your hard disk. -
Page 27: Transfer Saved Profiles To/From Linkrunner Manager
Additional LinkRunner Tools Set Language 12 The screen on the tester goes blank while it installs the update file. When the update is completed, restart the tester. To change the language displayed in all screens Select Tools > Set Language. Transfer Saved Profiles to/from LinkRunner Manager Highlight a language and press... -
Page 28: Using Autotest, Switch, And Cable Test
Using AutoTest, Switch, and Cable Test VIII. SING WITCH ABLE Using AutoTest Select AutoTest on the Home screen. AutoTest will run and the test results should look similar to figure 15. AutoTest can test up to ten targets. These targets can be local or off-net targets (devices). -
Page 29: Using The Nearest Switch Test
Using AutoTest, Switch, and Cable Test Using the Nearest Switch Test Using the Cable Test The Switch test screen displays the nearest switch. The There are three use models for using the Cable screen: nearest switch is discovered by locating the “port ... -
Page 30: Using The Poe Feature
Using the PoE Feature SING THE EATURE Power over Ethernet (PoE) is disabled by default. To enable PoE, select Tools > PoE Configuration, and check Enable PoE. Select the Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) class to verify. If the LinkRunner AT is a 2000 model, you also have the option of enabling TruePower™. -
Page 31: Autotest Results - Poe Without Truepower
Using the PoE Feature Without TruePower (Figures 21 and 22), the LinkRunner AT lists: PoE class requested and the class acknowledgment received from the PSE Positive and negative PoE pairs PoE power requested and the power acknowledgment received from the PSE Measured PoE voltage without a load ... -
Page 32: Autotest Results - Poe With Truepower
Using the PoE Feature With TruePower enabled (model 2000 only), the LinkRunner AT lists the following information (see Figures 23, 24, and 25): PoE class requested and the class acknowledgment received from the PSE Positive and negative PoE pairs ... -
Page 33: Autotest Results - Poe With Truepower And Measured Load
Using the PoE Feature PoE request acknowledgment Indicates test failure Measured with load Figure 25. AutoTest results - PoE with TruePower and Measured Load... -
Page 34: Using The Reflector Feature (Model 2000 Only)
Simply plug in the desired SFP adapter into the fiber port on reflector for performance tests conducted by other the top of the tester and connect the fiber cable to the NETSCOUT testing devices. network. If both fiber and RJ-45 copper are connected to the network, the copper connection has priority. -
Page 35: Saving A Report
Saving a Report XII. AVING A EPORT You can save the current measurement data the tester has Note collected into a report that can be viewed and printed through Report names can have a maximum of 12 characters. The the LinkRunner Manager PC application. This information extension LRS is appended when the file is saved to your PC includes: through the LinkRunner Manager PC application. -
Page 36: Specifications
Specifications XIII. PECIFICATIONS Environmental Specifications Operating temperature 32ºF to 113ºF (0ºC to +45ºC) Note The battery will not charge if the internal temperature of the tester is above 113ºF (45ºC). Operating relative humidity 90% (50ºF to 95ºF; 10ºC to 35ºC) (% RH without condensation) 75% (95ºF to 113ºF;... -
Page 37: General Specifications
Specifications General Specifications Media Access 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T (IEEE-802.3) and PoE (IEEE 802.3at) Cable Test Pair lengths, opens, shorts, splits, crossed, straight through, and cable ID Tone Generator Digital tone: [500 KHz]; Analog tones: [400Hz, 1KHz] Ports RJ-45 copper port 1000BASE-X fiber adapter port (2000 only) Dimensions 3.5 in x 7.8 in x 1.9 in (8.9 cm x 19.8 cm x 4.8 cm) -
Page 38: Linkrunner Manager Software
Specifications LinkRunner Manager Software Supporting operating system Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 10 Processor 400 MHz Pentium processor or equivalent (minimum); 1 GHz Pentium processor or equivalent (recommended) 96 MB (minimum); 256 MB (recommended) Hard disk Up to 500 MB of available space may be required Display 1024 x 768 high color, 32-bit (recommended) Hardware...