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Spirent C1 Installation Instructions Manual

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Spirent C1 Installation Instructions
Refer to the Release Notes for information on supported software applications, versions,
and NIC configurations.
Note: The terms Spirent C1 and SPT-C1 are used interchangeably in this document.
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PN 71-008659 Rev A 2/19
Requirements . . . . 6
Spirent C1 Installation Instructions
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Spirent C1 Installation Instructions Refer to the Release Notes for information on supported software applications, versions, and NIC configurations. Note: The terms Spirent C1 and SPT-C1 are used interchangeably in this document. • Certifications and Standards ..4 •...
  • Page 2 Software which it supplies will operate in material conformity with the specifications supplied by Spirent for such Software for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of delivery (the “Software Warranty Period”). The “Product Warranty Period” shall mean the Hardware Warranty Period or the Software Warranty Period, as applicable.
  • Page 3 à la terre, les objets métalliques chauffent, ce qui peut provoquer des blessures graves ou souder l'objet métallique aux bornes. Calibration At the time of manufacture, all components manufactured by Spirent Communications are calibrated in accordance with applicable procedures. Spirent Communications equipment is calibrated using national standards, consensus standards, and ratio-type measurements...

  • Page 4: Certifications And Standards

    Certifications and Standards Spirent C1 complies with the limits for a Class A digital device in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when this equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 5 EN 60950 — “Safety of Information Technology Equipment” This product carries the cTUVus mark. Environmental Considerations This label is on all Spirent-provided electrical and electronic products that are sold and shipped (see Figure Figure 1. Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Label This label indicates that the product contains material that presents an environmental concern.

  • Page 6: Requirements

    Tip: The administrative port can be connected to a different subnet from the test network. If traffic overwhelms the test network, having the administrative port on a different subnet enables you to access SPT-C1 and control the test currently running without contending with a heavily loaded network.
  • Page 7 Spirent C1 Installation Instructions Requirements Test Ports Table 1 lists the NIC configurations for the test ports. The ports are described under “Connector Panel” on page Refer to the Release Notes for information on supported software applications, versions, and NIC configurations. Not all configurations are available for all software applications.
  • Page 8 Spirent C1 Installation Instructions Requirements SPT-C1 Table 1. NIC Configurations for Appliance Models (continued) Appliance Model 10/100M Test 1 GbE Test 2.5/5GbE 10 GbE Test Part Ports Ports Test Ports Ports Number SPT-C1 4 x 1GbE NIC-33 and 4* One quad- 4* One quad- and 802.1 ACN...

  • Page 9: System Description

    The SPT-C1 hardware is maintenance-free and should not be disassembled. Servicing the units yourself jeopardizes your warranty. Connector Panel This section shows the connector panels and describes the necessary cabling for SPT-C1. SPT-C1 supports NIC configurations for the test ports, as listed in “Test Ports” on page...
  • Page 10 SPT-C1 4 x 1GbE (NIC-32) The connector panel is shown in Figure Figure 4. SPT-C1 4 x 1GbE Connector Panel (NIC-32) The network data cables (customer supplied) connected to these ports must be as follows: • Ethernet CAT-5 cable for the management port (Eth0) •...
  • Page 11 SPT-C1 2 x 10GbE and 4 x 1GbE (NIC-27 and NIC-33) The connector panel is shown in Figure Figure 6. SPT-C1 2 x 10GbE and 4 x 1GbE (NIC-27 and NIC-33) PN 71-008659 Rev A 2/19 Spirent C1 Installation Instructions...
  • Page 12 NIC-52) The connector panel is shown in Figure Figure 7. SPT-C1 4 x 1GbE and 802.11 AC/ACN WAVE-1 WiFi (NIC-33 and NIC-51/NIC-52) The network data cables (customer supplied) connected to these ports must be as follows: • Ethernet CAT-5 cable for the management port (Eth0) •...
  • Page 13 SPT-C1 4 x 1GbE and 802.11 AC WAVE-2 WiFi (NIC-33/NIC-63 and NIC-56/NIC-57/NIC-60) The connector panel is shown in Figure Figure 9. SPT-C1 4 x 1GbE and 802.11 AC WAVE-2 WiFi (NIC-33/NIC-63 and NIC-56/NIC-57/NIC-60) The network data cables (customer supplied) connected to these ports must be as follows: •...
  • Page 14 • SMA connector, 50 OHM RF cable Power Supply The power supply for the SPT-C1 is controlled by the power button on the front of the unit (Figure 10). The power cord socket is on the back of the unit.

  • Page 15: Rack Mounting Considerations

    Rack Mounting Considerations Rack Mounting Considerations The SPT-C1 requires 2U of rack-mount space (roughly 4” high x 10” deep x 13” wide). A rack-mount kit (ACC-0030) is available separately for revision D appliances only. Appliance models prior to revision D should use a rack shelf if rack-mounting is required.
  • Page 16 Figure 11. SPT-C1 Administrative Port (model revisions Rev J and later) Figure 12. SPT-C1 Administrative Port (model revisions prior to Rev J) Note: The hardware “Rev” letter for your SPT-C1 model is on the label on the bottom of the appliance.
  • Page 17 Setting the SPT-C1 Addressing mode, IP Address, Netmask and Gateway If you are connecting the SPT-C1 to a LAN, you will probably need to change the IP address information. Obtain an unused IP address, netmask, and default router from your IT department.
  • Page 18 – Applies your settings and reboots the appliance. When the SPT-C1 appliance restores, after the power cycle or reboot, it is ready for use with the product’s GUI or an automation script (if supported in your current release). For a complete list of the admin commands available for the SPT-C1 appliance, refer to...

  • Page 19: Appliance Firmware Support

    Appliance Firmware Support Appliance Firmware Support With the dual boot feature, you can switch between two installed versions of Spirent TestCenter using the command line interface. You can identify the current version and standby version using the appropriate commands described in this section.

  • Page 20: Using Authenticate Mode (Optional)

    When authenticate is “on” or “reset,” a password must be generated using simple ascii text, but it cannot be left blank. Once the password is generated, the Spirent TestCenter GUI or API user will be required to enter the generated password when they attempt to connect to the chassis or appliance.
  • Page 21 Spirent C1 Installation Instructions Using Authenticate Mode (optional) Table 2. Spirent C1 Admin Commands Command Description activate [[<deviceName>]<ipaddress> Save and activate the network configuration <netmask> <gwaddress>] | [dhcp] | [ipv6 [<deviceName>] <ipv6addres> <ipv6gwaddress>] authenticate [on|off|reset] Enable | Disable | Reset authenticate mode console <vm name>...
  • Page 22 Spirent C1 Installation Instructions Using Authenticate Mode (optional) Table 2. Spirent C1 Admin Commands (continued) Command Description ping6 <ipv6address> Ping an IPv6 address Display or change the ptp settings reboot Reboot the system recovery <chassis|tm> <enable|disable> Enable or disable appliance or test module recovery (Test...

  • Page 23: Related Documentation

    Related Documentation Additional documentation related to this guide are listed below. • Spirent C1 Quick Reference – Provides a summary of the major steps you use to set up an SPT-C1 appliance. • Release Notes – Contain information that may affect product installation, test configuration, or test results, including last-minute requirements or product changes.

  • Page 24: How To Contact Us

    Phone: +86 (400) 810-9529 (toll-free mainland China only) Phone: +86 (10) 8233 0033 (China) Hours: Monday through Friday, 09:00 to 18:00, Beijing Time Information about Spirent Communications and its products and services can be found on the main company website at https://www.spirent.com. Company Address Spirent Communications, Inc.

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