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Keysight Ixia XGS2 Getting Started Manual

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  • Page 1 XGS2 Chassis Platform Getting Started Guide Release 9.01...
  • Page 2 Keysight shall not customarily provided to the public to use, be liable for errors or for incidental or modify, reproduce, release, perform,...
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  • Page 4: Contact Us

    Contact Us Contact Us Ixia headquarters 26601 West Agoura Road Calabasas, California 91302 +1 877 367 4942 – Toll-free North America +1 818 871 1800 – Outside North America +1.818.871.1805 – Fax www.ixiacom.com/contact/info Support Global Support +1 818 595 2599 support@ixiacom.com Regional and local support contacts: APAC Support +91 80 4939 6410...

  • Page 5: Documentation Conventions

    Documentation conventions Documentation conventions The following documentation conventions are used in this guide: Describing interactions with the UI You can interact with products by using different input methods: keyboard, mouse, touch, and more. So in most parts of the user documentation, generic verbs have been used that work with any input method.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contact Us Documentation conventions About this guide Note icons and messages Typographical conventions Textual conventions Chapter 1 XGS2 Chassis Platform Overview XGS2 Processor Modules Front Panel Indicators and Controls Product Specifications Chapter 2 XGS2 Chassis Physical Setup Unpack and Connect the Unit Install XGS2 Chassis Rack Mounting and Ventilation Warning Installing the XGS2 chassis in an Equipment Rack...
  • Page 7 Ixia Applications support for XGS2-SD IxLoad IxNetwork Chapter 5 Common Administrative Tasks Start a Windows Remote Desktop Connection Chapter 6 Troubleshooting LED Indicators IP Addressing Issues Troubleshooting Licensing Issues Appendix A Safety Instructions SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (English) CAUTIONS and WARNINGS: Safety Instructions SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (French) AVERTISSEMENT : Instructions relatives à...

  • Page 8: About This Guide

    About this guide This section explains the notational and typographical conventions used in this documentation, and provides a list of related documentation. Section contents: Note icons and messages Typographical conventions Textual conventions – 1 –...

  • Page 9: Note Icons And Messages

    About this guide Note icons and messages The following table describes the note icons and messages used in this document. Name Icon Description Note Indicates information that emphasizes or supplements important points in the main text. Important Indicates information that is essential to the completion of a task. Provides supplemental suggestions for applying techniques and procedures to accomplish a task.

  • Page 10: Textual Conventions

    About this guide Textual conventions The following table describes the typographical conventions used in this document. Convention Description Boolean text Words that represent Boolean notation are written in all uppercase text. For example: 1010 OR 1100. Keystrokes Simultaneous keystrokes are shown by joining the key names with a plus sign (+).
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  • Page 12: Chapter 1 Xgs2 Chassis Platform Overview

    XGS2 Chassis Platform Overview HAPTER This section provides an overview of the XGS2 chassis platform, the physical units and the indicators and controls on them. In this section: XGS2 Processor Modules Front Panel Indicators and Controls Product Specifications – 1 –...

  • Page 13: Xgs2 Processor Modules

    XGS2 Processor Modules XGS2 is the next-generation benchtop chassis platform that brings higher density, modular service capability, and efficient air flow for rack mount applications. This chassis platform supports application and security testing with the Ixia IxLoad, IxNetwork and BreakingPoint software products. The model of the chassis platform supported on Windows 10 is XGS2-SD - Standard Performance Controller.

  • Page 14: Front Panel

    Front Panel The XGS2-SD front panel: – 3 –...

  • Page 15: Indicators And Controls

    Chapter 1  XGS2 Chassis Platform Overview Indicators and Controls Power Indicates the current power state: Green: the system is ON and all power supplies are operational. Off: the system is powered off or one or more power supplies are not operational.
  • Page 16 Chapter 1  XGS2 Chassis Platform Overview EN60950-1, 2nd Edition International CB Scheme: IEC 60950-1:2nd Edition EMI/EMC North America FCC part 15, Class A (USA) ICES-003 Issue 4, Class A (Canada) Europe EN 55022:2010 +C1 (Emissions, Harmonics, Flicker) EN 55024:2010 (Immunity) International IEC/EN 61000-3-2:2009 Harmonic emissions IEC/EN 61000-3-3:2008 Voltage Fluctuations &...
  • Page 17 Chapter 1  XGS2 Chassis Platform Overview Thermal Operating Temp.: 0° to 40° C Operating humidity: 10 to 85% (RH), non-condensing Input Power INPUT 1/ALIMENTATION 1: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 8A INPUT 2/ALIMENTATION 2: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 8A INPUT 3/ALIMENTATION 3: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 8A Note: Inputs 1 and 2 are required for normal operation.

  • Page 18: Chapter 2 Xgs2 Chassis Physical Setup

    XGS2 Chassis Physical Setup HAPTER This section describes the tasks needed to physically set up the XGS2-SD unit for operation. In this section: Unpack and Connect the Unit Rack Mounting and Ventilation Warning Installing the XGS2 on a Flat Surface Record Product Information...

  • Page 19: Unpack And Connect The Unit

    Unpack and Connect the Unit 1. Unpack the unit from the shipping container, and verify that you have all the required components. The XGS2 chassis platform shipping carton contains the following items: One XGS2 chassis One rack mounting kit Two power cords (one additional power cord if you buy an optional redundant power supply) Ixia standard warranty notice One XGS2 Getting Start Guide Any optional items that you ordered (such as transceivers and cables)
  • Page 20 Chapter 2  XGS2 Chassis Physical Setup Insert the controller module in the lower slot in front of the chassis. Ensure that the module is fully seated. Ensure that the thumbscrews are screwed in properly. Take the Sync module and insert it in its slot on the back of the chassis.
  • Page 21 Chapter 2  XGS2 Chassis Physical Setup When the Sync module is fully inserted, tighten its two screws. Insert a power supply in one of the power supply slots. Push the power supply until you hear a click and it is fully seated in its slot.
  • Page 22 Chapter 2  XGS2 Chassis Physical Setup Repeat the same for the second supply. Note: If you have purchased the optional redundant power supply, you may have to repeat this step after removing the empty slot cover. The fully assembled chassis’s rear view looks like this.

  • Page 23: Rack Mounting And Ventilation Warning

    Chapter 2  XGS2 Chassis Physical Setup If you need rack mounting, attach the two rack mounts. Tighten the rack mounts using the screws provided. Depending on your rack equipment placement requirement, you can attach the rack mounts to the front of the chassis, or at an offset from the chassis front.

  • Page 24: Installing The Xgs2 On A Flat Surface

    Chapter 2  XGS2 Chassis Physical Setup 2. Use the supplied screws to attach a mounting bracket to each side of the unit. 3. Position the unit in the rack and align the holes in the mounting bracket with the holes in the rack.

  • Page 25: Record Product Information

    Chapter 2  XGS2 Chassis Physical Setup Record Product Information You can use this page to record the product information required during initial system configuration (and for future reference). The Host Name, Part Number, and Windows Product Key are printed on the label on the back of the unit.

  • Page 26: Chapter 3 Xgs2-Sd Configuration

    XGS2-SD Configuration HAPTER This section describes the tasks needed to configure the XGS2-SD chassis. In this section: Connecting the XGS2-SD Processor module Initial Configuration XGS2-SD...

  • Page 27: Connecting The Xgs2-Sd Processor Module

    Connecting the XGS2-SD Processor module This section describes the process of connecting the XGS2-SD Processor module. To connect the module you need to do the following: 1. Insert and remove the Processor Module. 2. Connect the RJ45 management port (4) as the designated management port to your lab management switch.

  • Page 28: Initial Configuration Xgs2-Sd

    Chapter 3  XGS2-SD Configuration Initial Configuration XGS2-SD To perform initial system configuration for the XGS2-SD chassis, do the following: 1. Connect the monitor, USB mouse and keyboard, and then start the chassis. 2. When the chassis boots up, log on to the chassis. The user name is ixia and the password is the CPU module serial number found on the sticker located at the back of the chassis.
  • Page 29 Chapter 3  XGS2-SD Configuration 4. Select Properties . Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) . 5. Select Properties and then select the Use the following IP address option. 6. Enter the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway. – 18 –...

  • Page 30: Chapter 4 Ixia Test Applications Support

    Ixia Test Applications Support HAPTER This section provides the details of the Ixia Test Applications supported by XGS2 chassis platform. In this section: Ixia Applications support for XGS2-SD...

  • Page 31: Ixia Applications Support For Xgs2-Sd

    Ixia Applications support for XGS2-SD This section provides the details of the Ixia Test Applications supported by XGS2-SD chassis. IxLoad When running the IxLoad client application to add your new XGS2-SD chassis in the Chassis Chain pane, the IxOS Windows machine IP address should be used: IxNetwork To start IxNetwork and assign ports from an :XGS2-SD chassis 1.
  • Page 32 Chapter 4  Ixia Test Applications Support Note: It is recommended that you periodically check the Ixia compatibility matrix https://support.ixiacom.com/support-overview/product-support/product-compatibility- matrix ) to determine the correct Ixia software application versions that are validated for interoperability. – 21 –...

  • Page 33: Chapter 5 Common Administrative Tasks

    Common Administrative Tasks HAPTER This topic describes, for reference, some of the common tasks that system administrators will perform on the XGS2 system. In this section: Start a Windows Remote Desktop Connection...

  • Page 34: Start A Windows Remote Desktop Connection

    Start a Windows Remote Desktop Connection To start a Remote Desktop Connection session to the XGS2 system: 1. If you do not know the IxOS IP address, ping the unit's host name. The host name appears on the label on the back of the unit. The ping command will return the IxOS IP address.

  • Page 35: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting HAPTER This section provides guidance for interpreting the operational status of your XGS2 unit, and troubleshooting issues that may arise. If you need assistance, contact Ixia Technical Support using the contact information provided in Contact Us on page iv In this section: LED Indicators IP Addressing Issues Troubleshooting Licensing Issues...

  • Page 36: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators The XGS2 chassis provides LED indicators that provide a visual presentation of the operational status of the device and its individual ports. LED/LCD Display The XGS2-SD chassis has front panel LEDs for each load module slot. The following table describes the purpose and meaning of each indicator: Label Color...

  • Page 37: Ip Addressing Issues

    Color Description Processor module - Link LED Green Port has link. Ethernet LEDs for Note: Link and Activity each port LEDs are included for all Ethernet ports. Act LED Flashes when port has activity. IP Addressing Issues The XGS2-SD chassis model requires the following management IP addresses: the IxOS address If your network implements a DHCP service, the XGS2 IP addresses will automatically be assigned by that service, unless you choose to assign static IP addresses instead.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting Licensing Issues

    Troubleshooting Licensing Issues Following is a list of licensing issues that can result in operational problems: Licensing: An IxOS license is required to run both BreakingPoint and IxLoad. License invalidation: Time discrepancies between the network and theXGS2 system will invalidate the installed licenses. To avoid this, configure the XGS2 to use NTP (or manage the time setting manually, if NTP is not an available to you).
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  • Page 40: Appendix A Safety Instructions

    Appendix A  Safety Instructions Safety Instructions PPENDIX This appendix describes the various unit safety instructions in English and French. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (English) CAUTIONS and WARNINGS: Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your equipment and working environment from potential damage.
  • Page 41 Appendix A  Safety Instructions NOTE: The installation of your equipment and rack kit in a rack cabinet has not been approved any safety agencies. It is your responsibility to ensure that the final combination of equipment and rack complies with all applicable safety standards and local electric code requirements. Ixia disclaims all liability and warranties in connection with such combinations.
  • Page 42 Appendix A  Safety Instructions To help prevent electric shock, plug the equipment’s power cable into properly grounded electrical outlets. These cables are equipped with three-prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from a cable. If you must use an extension cable, use a 3-wire cable with properly grounded plugs.
  • Page 43 Appendix A  Safety Instructions SAFETY: Risk of Electrical Shock CAUTION: Opening or removing the cover of this equipment may expose you to risk of electrical shock. Components inside these compartments should be serviced only by an Ixia service technician. Allow the equipment to cool before removing add-in modules. Add-in modules may become very warm during normal operation.

  • Page 44: Safety Instructions (French)

    Appendix A  Safety Instructions equipment. You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge: When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not remove the component from the antistatic packing material until you are ready to install the component. Just prior to unwrapping the antistatic package, be sure to discharge static electricity from your body.
  • Page 45 Appendix A  Safety Instructions d’équipements et de bâtis soit conforme à toutes les normes de sécurité applicables et aux exigences du code local en matière d’électricité. Ixia décline toute responsabilité et toutes les garanties relatives à de telles combinaisons. Les ensembles de bâtis sont prévus pour être installés par un technicien de service formé.
  • Page 46 Appendix A  Safety Instructions afin d’assurer une mise à la terre adéquate. Ne pas utiliser de fiches d’adaptation ni retirer la broche de mise à la terre d’un câble. Si ’une rallonge doit absolument être utilisée, utiliser un câble à trois fils doté de fiches de mise à la terre adéquates. Respecter les caractéristiques nominales ’de la rallonge et de la barrette d’alimentation.
  • Page 47 Appendix A  Safety Instructions des déchets pour obtenir l’adresse du site de collecte de piles le plus proche. Manipuler les piles avec précaution. Ne pas démonter, écraser ou percer les piles. Ne pas court- circuiter les contacts externes, éliminer les piles dans le feu ou l’eau, ni exposer les piles à des températures supérieures à...
  • Page 48 Appendix A  Safety Instructions aux informations de sécurité spécifiques au produit fournies dans ce manuel. Les décharges électrostatiques peuvent endommager les composants électroniques. Dans certaines conditions, les décharges électrostatiques peuvent s’accumuler sur votre corps ou sur un objet, puis se décharger dans un autre objet comme vos modules additionnels. Pour prévenir les dommages dus aux décharges électrostatiques, vous devez décharger l’électricité...
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  • Page 50 troubleshooting licensing issues 27 Connecting 16 typographical conventions 2 deprecated words v XGS2 processor modules 2 documentation conventions v front panel 3 indicators and controls 4 initial configuration XGS2-SD 17 IP addressing issues 26 ixia applications support for XGS2-SD 20 keyboard interactions v LED indicators 25 mouse interactions v...
  • Page 51 © Keysight Technologies, 2020 Ixia, a Keysight Business 26601 West Agoura Road Calabasas, California 91302...

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