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The NetXpert XG network cabling qualifier offers a complete solution to test copper and 
fiber network cabling. In a quick and easy way, the device tests and documents, whether 
a cabling link is able to support data rates of up to 10 Gigabit Ethernet in compliance with 
IEEE 802.3 by testing the data carrying capabilities of Ethernet network cabling up to 
10Gbit/s, determining the signal-to-noise ratio, and detecting faults in the cable wiring. 
This ensures that the cabling is able to support the speed capabilities of active equipment 
connected to the network. 

In this quick start guide you find the most important information for carrying out cable 
tests with the NetXpert XG. For detailed descriptions please use the user manual on our 
website: 

itnetworks.softing.com/XG

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To ensure safe operations of the NetXpert XG, follow the instructions carefully and observe 
caution and warning messages in this manual. Failure to observe caution and warning 
messages can damage the equipment and can result in severe injury or death.

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Definition

Warning/caution: potential for personal injury or damage to equipment

Warning: hazards could cause harm or death

Conformité Européenne. Conforms to EU directives 

Disposal information

Warning! 

To avoid possible fire, electric shock, or personal injury:

•  Do not

 open the case; no user serviceable parts are inside.

•  Do not

 modify the tester.

•  Do not

 use the tester if it is damaged. Perform a visual inspection of the tester before use.

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The tester is 

not

 intended to be connected to active telephone inputs, systems, or 

equipment, including ISDN devices. Prolonged exposure to the voltages applied by these 
interfaces may damage the tester.

• 

The Lithium-ion battery pack is to be serviced by qualified personnel only. Only the 
original battery pack type should be used with this product.

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Voltage

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Summary of Contents for NetXpert XG

Page 1: ...itnetworks softing com KURZANLEITUNG QUICK START GUIDE GUIDE DE DÉMARRAGE RAPIDE GUÍA DE INICIO RÁPIDO ...

Page 2: ...ons 19 PASSIVE NETWORK TESTS TEST RESULTS IN 10 STEPS 20 1 Set language 20 2 Set date and time 20 3 Set standards 20 4 Personalize your reports 20 5 Cable test settings 21 6 Set project options 21 7 Cable type 21 8 Cable labeling 21 9 Set reference 22 10 Cable test 22 ACTIVE NETWORK TESTS 23 TOOLS ADDITIONAL TEST OPTIONS 24 E N G L I S H 14 ...

Page 3: ...pert XG follow the instructions carefully and observe caution and warning messages in this manual Failure to observe caution and warning messages can damage the equipment and can result in severe injury or death Icon Definition Warning caution potential for personal injury or damage to equipment Warning hazards could cause harm or death Conformité Européenne Conforms to EU directives Disposal info...

Page 4: ...ery is charged overnight or at least for 5 hours This will increase the accuracy of the battery status indication in the long run Note The high quality Lithium ion battery is designed to last for the life of the tester and should not need replacement Lithium ion batteries are hazardous waste and should be disposed of in compliance with the applicable waste regulations STORAGE When not in use store...

Page 5: ...VICE DESCRIPTION Power on off Display RJ 45 port Charger Micro USB port external SMA Wi Fi antenna port Status LEDs SFP and SFP port RJ 45 port Charger Micro USB port MAIN UNIT ACTIVE REMOTE UNIT 17 itnetworks softing com XG ...

Page 6: ... unit is exclusively operated via the touch sensitive screen ICONS Display hide the menu at the left hand side Back to the home screen This icon indicates that the battery of the NetXpert XG is being charged over an external power supply Displayed results will be exported in a CSV file Displayed results will be exported in a PDF file 18 ...

Page 7: ... A long press of the power button will turn off the NetXpert XG Touch the Status icon to check the battery status of the Active Remote and to display the latest test result Touch the Test button to start a qualification test from the Active Remote OFF The NetXpert XG is turned off The NetXpert XG runs on battery and is sufficiently charged GREEN LIGHT CONTINUOUS The NetXpert XG is being charged GR...

Page 8: ...Set standards Choose between Meters and Feet for the display of the length The NetXpert XG supports various wiring standards Choose TIA568A B This affects primarily the display of the wiremap 4 Personalize your reports Must select More Options to access Reports screen If you want to personalize your reports you can enter the name of your company of the technician doing the job and a company logo T...

Page 9: ...ral settings for your test project 7 Select cable type Touch the Cable Type icon on the left to select or configure different cable types Important Before running a test it is necessary to select the correct type of cable otherwise the result could be affected 8 Cable labeling Touch the Cable Labeling icon to define the labeling of the individual measurements This will help to retrieve and allocat...

Page 10: ...rview over the cabling links to be tested already tested Moreover you can view the results of the tests that are already completed and start a new test Touching the Test button will launch a complete cable test on the cable selected in Cable Type The next free cable will be selected from the list or a new one is added below All test results can be managed in the file manager For detailed descripti...

Page 11: ...g in active networks Link Status an overview over the connections to the network DHCP Test Network Discovery Ping Lists Traceroute LLDP LinkLayer Discovery Protocol CDP Cisco Discovery Protocol VLAN For detailed descriptions please consult the user manual on our website 23 itnetworks softing com XG ...

Page 12: ...e ratio Port Discovery BERT Only Bit Error Rate Test Tone Generator Link Light For detailed descriptions please consult the user manual on our website EMEA Softing SARL 87 Rue du Général Leclerc 94000 Créteil France Phone 33 1 45 17 28 05 E mail info france softing com USA Softing Inc 7209 Chapman Highway Knoxville TN 37920 Phone 1 865 251 5252 E mail sales softing us 24 ...

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