Switch Manager

Figure 33: Port Loopback Test dialog box

2.Select the type of loopback test to be run (Internal, External, or Online) in the Test Selection area.

If you choose the internal or external test, Switch Manager prompts you to confirm that the port state needs to be changed to the diagnostic state.

3.Click OK.

4.Enter the frame count in the Frame Count box.

5.Enter the frame size in the Frame Size (40-492)box.

6.Select a Test Pattern option.

You may use the default pattern or enter an 8-digit pattern (hex). For online test, you can select the Terminate Test Upon Error check box if you want the test to stop should it encounter an error.

7.Click Start Test.

The Test Results area displays the test status, number of frames sent, and number of errors found.

8.Click Close.