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Testing Performance
Testing Performance
To ensure the logic analysis system is operating correctly,
you can perform software tests (self- tests) on the system.
Directions for performing the software tests are given in this
chapter. Because there are no specifications for the
16900- series logic analysis system, there are no performance
verification tests.
Self-Tests
The self- tests listed in this chapter check the functional
operation of the mainframe. Self- tests for the optional
modules installed in the frames are listed in the individual
module Service Guides.
There are two types of self- tests: self- tests that automatically
run at powerup, and self- tests that you select on the screen.
For descriptions of the tests, refer to
Chapter 8 , “Theory of
Operation.”
Perform the self- tests as an acceptance test when receiving
the logic analysis system or when the logic analysis system
is repaired.
If a test fails, refer to Chapter 5 , “Troubleshooting.”
Test Interval
There is no recommended test interval for the 16900- series
mainframes. However, each of the supported modules has
performance verification tests and therefore require a
periodic verification of specifications. Refer to the Service
Guides of the individual modules for more information.