Network Assistant
Monitoring and Troubleshooting a Wired LAN
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RFC 2544 Tests
The RFC 2544 tests enable you to measure the
performance of your network. Each test requires a
second (remote) EtherScope Network Assistant running
Version 3.0 software (or later) to communicate with your
network.
Note
The RFC 2544 tests are a separately purchased
software option. To enable this option, you
need to supply the key code for RFC 2544/ITO
ES_ITO_OPT. For instructions on enabling
software options, go to “Enabling Software
Options” on page 18.
The following tests are in the RFC 2544 test group:
•
RFC 2544 Throughput: measures the throughput
speed and efficiency of your network.
•
RFC 2544 Latency: measures how much time it takes
for frames to travel through your network.
•
RFC 2544 Loss: measures your network’s frame loss
rate.
The Remote Device
The remote device operates as the DUT (Device under
Test). The remote device must be an EtherScope Network
Assistant.
Configuring the Remote Device
The remote device must be enabled to use the RFC 2544
test option (see “Enabling Software Options” on page
18).
In addition, the remote device must be configured with
the same port number and timeout setting as the local
device. To configure these settings, follow the procedure
under “Configuring the Remote Unit” on page 72.
