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Accordingly, Keysight provides elsewhere in the EULA. future editions. Further, to the the Software to U.S. Keysight shall be under no maximum extent permitted by government customers under obligation to update, revise or applicable law, Keysight its standard commercial otherwise modify the Software.
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A CAUTION notice denotes a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. A WARNING notice denotes a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. – iii –...
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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 support@ixiacom.com...
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.
Documentation conventions About this guide Note icons and messages Typographical conventions Textual conventions Chapter 1 Ixia Application Server Installation Note Regarding Ixia Applications Supported Applications Overview and Specifications Installation and Setup Overview Unpacking the System Preparing for Setup Choosing a Setup Location...
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General Safety Precautions ESD Precautions Operating Precautions Onboard Battery Replacement Chapter 2 Ixia Application Server Settings Remote Desktop Usage Logging In to the Ixia Application Server User Account Settings Chapter 3 Running Ixia Applications Configuration Multi-User Support Known Limitations Installation...
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 –...
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.
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: 192.168.5.5 OR 10.20.30.30. Keystrokes Simultaneous keystrokes are shown by joining the key names with a plus sign (+).
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It optimizes and enhances Ixia test application performance by running Ixia applications, in a server-based environment. Connection via Microsoft's remote desktop (RDT) facility provides access to the test applications on the server, minimizing client requirements. The Ixia Application Server centralizes application updates and installation, simplifying test-environment management.
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Chapter 1 Ixia Application Server Installation Table: Specifications Ixia Application Server Motherboard Dual-processor motherboard using Intel C610-series chipset. Processor 2 x Intel Xeon processor E5-2600 v3 product family. Memory 64GB RDIMM, 2133 MT/s, Dual Rank. Drives One 1TB SATA 6Gbps 3.5 inch hot-plug hard-drive One 480GB Solid State Drive 6Gbps 2.5 inch hot-plug drive...
Unpacking the System Inspect the box the Ixia Application Server was shipped in and note if it was damaged in any way. If the server itself shows damage you should file a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it. Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold the Ixia Application Server.
(that is, the use of power strips). Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the Ixia Application Server into a rack unit with the rack rails provided. – 8 –...
Chapter 1 Ixia Application Server Installation There are a variety of rack units on the market and the assembly procedure may differ slightly. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.
Chapter 1 Ixia Application Server Installation Note: Both chassis rails have a locking tab, which serves two functions. The first is to lock the server into place when installed and pushed fully into the rack, which is its normal position.
Figure: Installing the Server into a Rack Installing a Server into a Telco Rack To install the Ixia Application Server into a Telco type rack, do the following: 1. Use two L-shaped brackets on either side of the chassis. 2. Determine how far follow the server will extend out the front of the rack. Larger chassis should be positioned to balance the weight between front and back.
Chapter 1 Ixia Application Server Installation Figure: Installing the Server into a Telco Rack Providing Power The final step is to provide input power to the system. Plug the power cord from the power supply unit into a high-quality power strip that offers protection from electrical noise and power surges.
Chapter 1 Ixia Application Server Installation Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specific components. There are also two buttons on the chassis control panel.
Chapter 1 Ixia Application Server Installation Control / Indicator Description LAN2 When flashing, indicates network activity on LAN2. Channel activity for all hard disks. When flashing, this light indicates DVD-ROM or IDE drive activity. Power Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should (LED) normally be illuminated when the system is operating.
Keep the area around the Ixia Application Server clean and free of clutter. The Ixia Application Server weighs approximately 23 lbs to 27 lbs (10.4 kg to 12.2 kg) when fully loaded. When lifting the system, always keep your back straight and lift with your legs.
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Chapter 1 Ixia Application Server Installation Figure: Onboard Battery Replacement shows the proper orientation of the onboard lithium battery. There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarity. Figure: Onboard Battery Replacement...
Logging In to the Ixia Application Server To log in to the Ixia Application Server via remote desktop, use the two Remote Desktop license cards pre-installed with the application server. To install additional RD CALs (Client Access Licenses): 1.
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Chapter 2 Ixia Application Server Settings run applications. It is advised that you change the Admin account names for security reasons. The default password for the Administrator account should be left unchanged to provide access to the server for debug purposes.
Supports disconnect/reconnect from the test session in progress Configuration The Ixia chassis, the Ixia Application Server, and the end-users’ computers are all connected via a corporate intranet or internet. Ixia test applications will be installed only on the Ixia Application Server.
Figure: Typical Multi-User Configuration Multi-User Support The configuration below supports multiple users running the Ixia application from the High- Performance Ixia Application Server: Each login user needs to have “Administrator” and “Remote Desktop Users” privilege to run the Ixia application.
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Chapter 3 Running Ixia Applications Each instance of the Ixia application and remote desktop session can be viewed and controlled by other users if permission is granted by the login user. The following quick steps show how to do this: 1.
Known Limitations Installation When installing an Ixia application on the Ixia Application Server, only console mode is allowed. Remote Desktop Session is not able to install all required components (and no error message will be given). Ixia recommends VNC service to be used for remote installation.
The saved configuration for IxAutomate, along with its log files and result files, is saved in the same directory on the Ixia Application Server. The config files for each user will be applied to each instance of IxAutomate on the application server. Each user must carefully name the config files based on the user’s login name.
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17 running installation 24 Ixia applications 21 installation and setup 7 ixia application 24 safety precautions 14 Ixia Application Server 5, 7, 17 supported 5 keyboard interactions v touch interactions v known limitations 24 typographical conventions 2 limitations-known 24...
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