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Keysight 100GE Getting Started Manual

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Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE
Release 10.80
Getting Started Guide
202412102031+05:30

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  • Page 1 Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE Release 10.80 Getting Started Guide 202412102031+05:30...
  • Page 2 EULA shall apply, except to the extent that and fitness for a particular purpose. those terms, rights, or licenses are explicitly Keysight shall not be liable for errors or for required from all providers of commercial incidental or consequential damages in con-...

  • Page 3: Contacting Us

    Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE Contacting Us Keysight headquarters 1400 Fountaingrove Parkway Santa Rosa, CA 95403-1738 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 Australia +61-742434942 support@ixiacom.com...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE Table of Contents Contacting Us Chapter 1 About Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE Overview Specifications Front panel Rear panel Physical Specifications Electrical specifications Environmental specifications Ports and cables specifications Chapter 2 Prerequisites Hardware requirements Software requirements Chapter 3 How do I...
  • Page 5 Informations sur la sécurité du produit (Français) Instructions de montage en rack (Français) Regulatory specifications Regulatory marks Appendix B Rack Mounting SERT-100GE Index – 5 –...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 About Switch And Edge Router Tester 100Ge

    This Getting Started Guide provides instructions for the basic set up and configuration of the Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE, Model SERT-100GE. This section contains an overview of the Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE (SERT-100GE) and its specifications.

  • Page 7: Overview

    Chapter 1  About Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE Overview Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE, Model SERT-100GE, is a 1RU test appliance capable of generating Layer2 and Layer3 network protocol traffic for testing L23 network switches and routers. It has 12x100G QSFP28 physical front panel ports to generate line rate network data traffic.

  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    Chapter 1  About Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE Label Description / Value Sync Out Sync Out Port (type RJ12) Metronome Metronome port Mod (LED – ports 1-12) Mode Indicator TX (LED – ports 1-12) Transmission On/Off Indicator RX (LED – ports 1-12) Reception On/Off Indicator FEC (LED –...

  • Page 9: Electrical Specifications

    Chapter 1  About Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE Electrical specifications Specification Description / Value AC Input Voltage and Frequency 100-240V, 50-60Hz AC Maximum current consumption 3.8A (100V)-1.6A(240V) AC input considered current rating of protective device (building breaker) Maximum Power Consumption (W)

  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Prerequisites

    Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE HAPTER Prerequisites This section contains the prerequisites to configure and to get started with SERT-100GE. Section contents: Hardware requirements Software requirements – 10 –...

  • Page 11: Hardware Requirements

    To use a USB keyboard and monitor, the monitor may be connected to either the Mini DisplayPort or VGA Port. A mouse device is not required for terminal access. Software requirements The support for SERT-100GE is provided in the following applications for the indicated software versions: Application...

  • Page 12: Chapter 3 How Do I

    Chapter 3  How do I... HAPTER How do I... This section describes the tasks needed to physically set up SERT-100GE and to configure it for operation in your network. Section contents: Unpack Rack mount Connect, power on, and log on to SERT-100GE...

  • Page 13: Unpack

    Unpack You need to unpack the unit before physically setting it up for operation. To unpack, do the following: 1. Open the SERT-100GE shipping box. Verify that you have all the required components. The shipping carton contains the following items:...
  • Page 14 Chapter 3  How do I... 4. Locate and remove the SERT-100GE unit from the foam, then remove its protective plastic bag. 5. Keep the packaging in case you may need to ship the unit to other location. – 14 –...

  • Page 15: Rack Mount

    Connect, power on, and log on to SERT-100GE You can operate the SERT-100GE unit as a desktop unit or a rack-mounted chassis. If you plan to use the SERT-100GE unit on a desk, please install the provided 4 rubber feet to protect the desk from scratching.

  • Page 16: Monitor And Keyboard

    You will be presented with command line interface’s prompt. For example: After you have logged on, run the available CLI commands. Monitor and keyboard Access theSERT-100GE Administrative Console by using a USB keyboard and VGA Port connected monitor. A console login screen appears.

  • Page 17: Configure Sert-100Ge

    The command line interface prompt appears. For example: After you have logged on, run the available CLI commands. Configure SERT-100GE This section describes the major tasks required to configure a SERT-100GE unit for operation in your network. Configuration workflow The following figure illustrates the workflow required to configure a SERT-100GE unit:...
  • Page 18 Chapter 3  How do I... Method 1: Configure DHCP-based IP If your network has a DHCP service available, the SERT-100GE unit automatically attempts to acquire an IP address. In this case, there is no configuration necessary, but you need to know the IP addresses for other operations.

  • Page 19: Set The System Time

    4. Restart the unit for changes to take effect. Use the kcos system reboot command to reboot the unit. 5. After you restart the unit, type exit to close the command line interface. At the completion of this procedure, the SERT-100GE IP addressing will be as you configured it in the Administrative Console. Set the system time We recommend setting the SERT-100GE system time by using an NTP server before installing any licenses.

  • Page 20: Next Steps

    3. After you restart the fixed chassis, type exit to close the command line interface. Next steps After you have completed all of the tasks in this section, your SERT-100GE unit is ready for use. We recommend the following next steps: Connect at least one of the test ports to your device under test.
  • Page 21 3. Select SERT-100GE ports for configuration in the IxNetwork test. a. Select Ports in the navigation pane. b. Select the Add Chassis icon (in the Port Tools ribbon). Enter the SERT-100GE host name or IP address. 4. Assign ports from the SERT-100GE system to the current IxNetwork test scenario.

  • Page 22: Restart

    Chapter 3  How do I... 1. Double-click the IxExplorer icon on the desktop. You are prompted for a chassis address. 2. Enter the IP of the SERT-100GE unit. The IxExplorer window appears. 3. Expand the tree to see the available chassis and ports.

  • Page 23: Shut Down

    Shut down We recommend you to use the Administrative Console to shut down SERT-100GE. To shut down the SERT-100GE unit, do the following: 1. Open a serial connection or an SSH connection from your terminal emulation application.

  • Page 24: Appendix A Regulatory Compliance Information

    Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE PPENDIX Regulatory Compliance information Before setting up and using the unit, read all of the safety and regulatory information in this Appendix, and take all necessary measures to ensure your safety and to ensure compliance with the regulatory requirements that are in effect in your location.

  • Page 25: Safety Symbols (English)

    Appendix A  Regulatory Compliance information Safety symbols (English) This safety alert symbol is used to indicate a hazard. Specific keywords and additional graphical representations are used to explain the specific nature of each hazard. The following table describes the safety warning and equipment damage icons and textual conventions that may appear in this document.

  • Page 26: Safety Instructions (English)

    Appendix A  Regulatory Compliance information Safety instructions (English) Use the following safety guidelines and instructions to help ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your equipment and working environment from potential damage. Before installing the unit, read all product safety instructions contained in this document.

  • Page 27: Rack Mount Instructions (English)

    Appendix A  Regulatory Compliance information Rack mount instructions (English) 1. Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature: If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore, consider installing the equipment in an environment that is compatible with the maximum allowable ambient temperature specified for the equipment (35°C).

  • Page 28: Symboles De Sécurité (Français)

    Appendix A  Regulatory Compliance information Symboles de sécurité (Français) Ce symbole d'alerte de sécurité est utilisé pour indiquer un danger. Des mots-clés spécifiques et des représentations graphiques supplémentaires sont utilisés pour expliquer la nature spécifique de chaque danger. Le tableau suivant décrit les icônes d'avertissement de sécurité et de dommages matériels ainsi que les conventions textuelles qui peuvent apparaître dans ce document.

  • Page 29: Informations Sur La Sécurité Du Produit (Français)

    Appendix A  Regulatory Compliance information Informations sur la sécurité du produit (Français) Avant d'installer l'unité, lisez toutes les instructions de sécurité du produit contenues dans ce document. Ces instructions contiennent des messages de sécurité spécifiques qui vous alerteront de tout risque associé à l'installation et au bon fonctionnement de l'équipement.

  • Page 30: Instructions De Montage En Rack (Français)

    Appendix A  Regulatory Compliance information Instructions de montage en rack (Français) 1. Température ambiante de fonctionnement élevée: si installé dans un ensemble en rack fermé ou multi-unités, la température ambiante de fonctionnement de l'environnement du rack peut être supérieure à la température ambiante de la pièce.

  • Page 31: Regulatory Specifications

    Appendix A  Regulatory Compliance information Regulatory specifications Safety UL 62368-1 / CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1 EN 62368-1 / IEC 62368-1 Emissions and FCC Part 15B, Class A Immunity CAN ICES-003(A)/NMB-003(A) EN 55032 Class A / EN 55035 / EN 61000-3-2 / EN 61000-3-3 AS/NZS CISPR 32 Class A KS C 9832 Class A / KS C 9835 / KS C 9610-3-2 / KS C 9610-3-3 VCCI –...

  • Page 32: Regulatory Marks

    Appendix A  Regulatory Compliance information Regulatory marks This unit conforms to the regulatory standards listed in the following table. Regulatory compliance Regulatory mark Description CE Mark (EU self- EU conformity mark for EMC and Safety. declaration conformity Product meets all applicable EU Directives. mark for EMC and Safety) UKCA Mark (United...
  • Page 33 (WEEE) is required, as obligated by the EU DIRECTIVE and other National legislation. Refer to keysight.com/go/takeback understand your trade-in options with Keysight, in addition to product take-back instructions. – 33 –...
  • Page 34 Appendix A  Regulatory Compliance information Regulatory compliance Regulatory mark Description China RoHS – EFUP This symbol indicates the time period Label 20 years (20 years) during which no hazardous or toxic substance elements are expected to leak or deteriorate during normal use. Recycling Symbol Use of this symbol (Mobius Loop) indicates that the item can be recycled.
  • Page 35 PPENDIX Rack Mounting SERT-100GE The following sections explain how to rack mount SERT-100GE: 1. Release and detach the inner rail from the slide. 2. Attach inner rail to the unit. For safety, user can fasten the screw on the end of inner rail while assembling on the chassis.
  • Page 36 Appendix B  Rack Mounting SERT-100GE 3. Attach outer member to the rack. 4. CAUTION! Verify ball bearing retainer is lock forward. Horizontally install the unit halfway into the slide rail. 5. Slide release tab and push unit into rack. – 36 –...
  • Page 37 Switch and Edge Router Tester 100GE Index About SERT 100GE 6 Overview of SERT-100GE 7 Concept about SERT 100GE 6 physical specifications of SERT 100GE 8 Configuring DHCP-based IP 18 ports and connector spcifications 9 configuring SERT-100GE 17 powering on SERT-100GE 15...
  • Page 38 SERT-100GE overview 7 SERT-100GE software prerequisities 11 SERT-100GE software requirements 11 setting system time 19 shutting down SERT-100GE 23 software requirements of SERT-100GE 11 Specifications of SERT100GE 7 symboles de sécurité 28 technical support 3 unpacking SERT-100GE 13 – 38 –...
  • Page 39 © Keysight Technologies, 2024 This information is subject to change without notice. www.keysight.com...

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