Fluke NETWORK SERVICE MODULE DTX-NSM Getting Started Manual
Fluke NETWORK SERVICE MODULE DTX-NSM Getting Started Manual

Fluke NETWORK SERVICE MODULE DTX-NSM Getting Started Manual

Network service module

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The DTX-NSM Network Service Module lets you do the following:
Verify connection to the network, including connection speed, duplex
configuration, link wiring, and PoE service (wiring and PoE functions for
twisted pair only)
Ping IP addresses
Monitor network traffic for utilization, collisions, errors, and broadcast
packets
Blink a port's activity LED
Use Fluke Networks LinkRunner
connections at a patch panel (twisted pair only)
Running network tests on a fiber link requires an optional SFP module.
Accessing the Product Manuals
This guide provides basic information to help you get started using the module.
For more detailed information, see the latest versions of the DTX Series Users
Manual and the DTX Series Technical Reference Handbook provided on the DTX
Product Manuals CD and on the Fluke Networks website.
PN 2544310 (English) January 2006
 2006 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in USA.
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
Network Service Module
Getting Started Guide
Cable ID locators (optional) to identify link
Note
DTX-NSM

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Summary of Contents for Fluke NETWORK SERVICE MODULE DTX-NSM

  • Page 1 Manual and the DTX Series Technical Reference Handbook provided on the DTX Product Manuals CD and on the Fluke Networks website. PN 2544310 (English) January 2006  2006 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in USA. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 2: Software Requirements

    Software Requirements The following software supports the DTX-NSM module. Software upgrades are available on the Fluke Networks website. DTX software: version 1.3 or later LinkWare software: version 2.5 or later Installing the DTX-NSM Module and Optional SFP Module Install the network module only on the main tester. Install an optional SFP (small form pluggable) module to test fiber links.
  • Page 3 Verifying Network Connectivity The network connectivity test tells you if a network jack is connected to the switch or hub. The test also provides details about the link's configuration and includes a ping function for verifying connectivity to stations on the network. Setting Up for the Connectivity Test Turn the rotary switch to SETUP, select Network Settings >...
  • Page 4 Running the Connectivity Test Connect to the network using a twisted pair or fiber patch cord. Turn the rotary switch to MONITOR; then select Network Connectivity. Press P. Figure 2 describes some of the features on the network connectivity results screen. To save the results press Cable Test Result.
  • Page 5 Registering your product with Fluke Networks gives you access to valuable information on product updates, troubleshooting tips, and other support services. To register, fill out the online registration form on the Fluke Networks website at www.flukenetworks.com/registration. Contacting Fluke Networks www.flukenetworks.com support@flukenetworks.com...
  • Page 6 Resellers are not authorized to extend any other warranty on Fluke Networks’ behalf. To obtain service during the warranty period, contact your nearest Fluke Networks authorized service center to obtain return authorization information, then send your defective product to that Service Center with a description of the problem.

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