Black Box BLACK BOX CAT5/5e/6 LAN Performance Verifier, TS580A-R4 Overview Introduction, Features

Chapter 2: Overview

2. Overview

2.1 Introduction

Over half of all network problems are caused by faulty cables. And with network speeds increasing exponentially, the need for affordable, sophisticated test equipment is more apparent than ever before.

With the CAT5/5e/6 LAN Performance Verifier, you can check your network cabling and devices to ensure they work at the speeds promised by their manufacturers. Ideal for IT managers and technicians responsible for cabling and network hardware, the CAT5/5e/6 LAN Performance Verifier enables you to quickly spot slow cables, bad connectors, incorrect wiring, improper lengths, and low signal levels from hubs, switches, PCs, and other LAN hardware. It digitally certifies cables and devices in Gigabit Ethernet networks.

You can also decode your network devices’ capabilities and signal levels, and even place the tester in-line between any two devices to determine the negotiated speed. Or perform single- side tests without powering down devices or unplugging cables.

2.2 Features

•Verify that cables and LAN hardware perform at their advertised speeds.

•High-speed TDR provides nanosecond-accurate results.

•Locates opens, shorts, and splits, and pinpoints the exact distance to the fault or split.

•Stores up to 250 test results you can download to your PC via the USB port.

•Includes a toner/probe to locate wires in crowded wiring closets.

•Tests 10-, 100-, and 1000-Mbps devices for data signal levels.

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