Keysight APS-M1010 User manual

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APS-M1010/APS-ONE-100 Platform for IxLoad
Release 9.45
Installation Guide

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Table of Contents
Contacting Us 3
Chapter 1 Product overview 6
Chapter 2 Functionality overview 7
Rack mounting 9
Aggregation modes 13
Chapter 3 Port aggregation 15
Mode 1 - Aggregated mode (default mode) 15
Mode 2 – Non-Aggregated mode 16
How to configure the Aggregation mode 17
Chapter 4 Related documentation 18
Chapter 5 Unpacking and inspection 19
Chapter 6 Front panel indicators 20
Chapter 7 Management Node and Compute Node ports and connectivity 22
Chapter 8 Connect power to the Management Node and Compute Nodes 24
Chapter 9 Connect DUTs for testing 25
Chapter 10 Install software packages 26
Chapter 11 Add IxLoad-ATI licenses 28
Chapter 12 Accessing the IxLoad user interface 29
IP Configuration using the KCOS CLI 30
Chapter 13 Assigning ports to an IxLoad test 32
Appendix A Regulatory Compliance information 34
Regulatory specifications 35
Regulatory marks 36
Appendix B Troubleshooting 38
Basic debugging and troubleshooting 38
Check Compute Node connectivity 39
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Appendix C KCOS Compute Node reboot (card hot swap) 40
Index 41
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CHAPTER 1
Product overview
Welcome to the Keysight APS-M1010/APS-ONE-100 Platform documentation for IxLoad.
The APS-M1010/APS-ONE-100 Platform provides next-generation ultra-high-performance Layer 4 -
Layer 7 application and security testing, TLS support and 100G Interfaces. Industry-proven IxLoad
is the user interface application.
The platform consists of one management node (MN) or controller, that can manage up to ten
compute nodes (CN) and the Keysight Cluster Operating System (KCOS).
Both components of the APS-M1010/APS-ONE-100 Platform are required.
Standalone APS-ONE-100 functionality is NOT supported for IxLoad
lThe management node is used to manage the entire cluster of compute nodes and expose
administrative and test configuration functionalities to the user.
lThe compute nodes are used for generating custom traffic. They have QSFP28 interfaces for
connecting devices under test (DUTs). Compute nodes must have a functional management
node to operate.
lKeysight Cluster Operating System (KCOS) is the base operating system. It provides a
command line interface (CLI) and a command shell to enable user control of the various
services. It is a purpose-built platform that provides essential services, including host
management, user access control, software upgrades and cluster orchestration.
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CHAPTER 2
Functionality overview
This chapter provides a functional overview of the APS-M1010/APS-ONE-100 Platform for IxLoad.
The entire system runs on the Keysight Cluster Operating System (KCOS). To perform any system-
level operation, you will need to use KCOS CLI commands (see the APS-100/400GE Series Plaform,
KCOS Command Line Interface (CLI), For IxLoad Release 9.45, CLI Reference Guide).
The following diagram provides a high-level system overview.
Management Node: The first block in the diagram represents the APS-M1010 Management Node
(MN). The MN is used to manage all of the compute nodes and provide administrative and test
configuration options to the user.
Chapter 2 Functionality overview
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Compute Nodes: The second and third blocks in the diagram represent Compute Nodes. The
Compute Nodes are used for generating custom traffic. They have interfaces for connecting devices
under test (DUTs).
The "TestPorts" shown in the preceding diagram are displayed as Ports in the
IxLoad GUI.
Compute Nodes must have a functional Management Node to operate.
The bandwidth of each physical NIC shown in the diagram (consisting of 2 x
100G interfaces) is limited to 100G.
Chapter 2 Functionality overview
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Rack mounting
The following guidelines are provided to optimize the device performance.
lMake sure cabling is away from sources of electrical noise. Radios, power lines, and fluorescent
lighting fixtures can interfere with the device performance.
lMake sure the cabling is positioned away from equipment that can damage the cables.
lOperating environment is within the ranges listed in the data sheet and installation guide.
lMake sure airflow around the APS-M1010/APS-ONE-100 and respective vents is unrestricted.
To rack mount the APS-M1010/APS-ONE-100 chassis:
1. Pull the inner rail out of the slide rail until it clicks.
2. Detach the inner rail completely from the slide rail by pulling the white tab forward.
3. After the inner rail is dislodged, adjust the middle rail back to its original position by pushing the
tab on the middle rail.
4. Install the inner rail onto the system barebone. Lock the keyholes and secure the screws on
sides of the system.
Chapter 2 Functionality overview
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5. Continue installing the outer rail bracket to the mounting frame. Attach the outer rail
assembling to the frame and press the bracket to form a rack on both ends. Repeat to fully
mount the bracket assembly on the other side.
Chapter 2 Functionality overview
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6. Pull out the middle channel until the ball bearing retainer is locked forward.
Verify ball bearing retainer is locked forward.
Chapter 2 Functionality overview
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7. Slide the release tab and push barebone into rack. Make sure the barebone is completely
installed onto the rack.
8. Repeat this procedure until all components are rack mounted.
Chapter 2 Functionality overview
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Aggregation modes
IxLoad on the M1010/APS-ONE-100 Platform supports two modes:
lMode 1 -Aggregated Mode (default mode)
lMode 2 -Non-Aggregated Mode
Switching between aggregation modes is not recommended at this time. This
functionality will be supported in a future release.
Mode 1 - Aggregated mode (default mode)
Aggregated mode is the default mode.
In the Aggregated mode, two Test Ports are mapped to a single physical port as shown in the
preceding diagram. All traffic will be sent and received through these physical ports (Port-1 and Port-
3 in the diagram) which are active links.
lTestPort-1 and TestPort-2 are mapped to physical Port-1
lTestPort-3 and TestPort-4 are mapped to physical Port-3
These specific port mappings are required but this limitation will be removed in a
future release.
In this mode, the user needs to assign TestPort-1 and TestPort-2 together in a NetTraffic
configuration. Similarly, TestPort-3 & TestPort-4 need to be assigned together in a NetTraffic
configuration.
There are twoTestPorts in a NetTraffic configuration. This will require at least
two IP addresses in an IP-Range.
Mode 2 – Non-Aggregated mode
In this mode:
lEach TestPort needs to be mapped to an individual physical Port.
lTestPorts can be assigned to different NetTraffic configurations
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The preceding diagram is an example of one of the supported TestPort-to-
physical-port configurations. TestPort-1 could be mapped to Port-2, TestPort-2
could be mapped to Port-4, etc.
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CHAPTER 3
Port aggregation
IxLoad on the M1010/APS-ONE-100 Platform supports an Aggregated Mode (default mode) and a
Non-Aggregated mode.
lAggregated Mode (default mode)
lNon-Aggregated Mode
lHow to configure the Aggregation mode
Mode 1 - Aggregated mode (default mode)
Aggregated mode is the default mode.
In the Aggregated mode, two Test Ports are mapped to a single physical port as shown in the
preceding diagram. All traffic will be sent and received through these physical ports (Port-1 and
Port-3 in the diagram) which are active links.
lTestPort-1 and TestPort-2 are mapped to physical Port-1
lTestPort-3 and TestPort-4 are mapped to physical Port-3
These specific port mappings are required but this limitation will be removed in
a future release.
In this mode, the user needs to assign TestPort-1 and TestPort-2 together in a NetTraffic. Similarly,
TestPort-3 & TestPort-4 need to be assigned together in a NetTraffic.
There are two TestPorts in a NetTraffic configuration. This will require at least
two IP addresses in an IP-Range.
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Mode 2 – Non-Aggregated mode
In this mode:
lEach TestPort needs to be mapped to an individual physical Port
lTestPorts can be assigned to different NetTraffics
The preceding diagram is an example of one of the supported TestPort-to-
physical-port configurations. TestPort-1 could be mapped to Port-2, TestPort-2
could be mapped to Port-4, etc.
Chapter 3 Port aggregation
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How to configure the Aggregation mode
In the IxLoad UI, you use use a card's context menu to select the aggregation mode as shown in the
following image.
In Aggregated mode, you cannot select an individual TestPort. When TestPort 1
is selected, TestPort-2 will automatically be selected. The secondary port will
appear to be grayed out in Aggregated mode.
Chapter 3 Port aggregation
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CHAPTER 4
Related documentation
The latest documentation for each release can be found on the Ixia Support website.
Documentation Description
APS-M1010/APS-ONE-100 Release Notes Provides information about new features,
resolved customer issues, known defects and
workarounds (if available).
APS-100/400GE Series Plaform, KCOS
Command Line Interface (CLI), For IxLoad
Release 9.45, CLI Reference Guide
This guide describes the commands that make
up the command-line interface (CLI) for the
APS-M1010/APS-CN100.
IxLoad User Guide Provides information on how to use IxLoad to
set up, run and customize tests.
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CHAPTER 5
Unpacking and inspection
Carefully unpack the APS-M1010/APS-ONE-100 Platform components. Each node that is described
below is shipped in its own box.
One Management Node
l1U APS-M1010 Management Node
l2 power cords region specific
l1 Tool-less Rackmount Rail Kit
l1 Micro USB to USB A cable
Up to 10 x APS-ONE Compute Nodes
Each box contains:
l1U APS-ONE-100 Compute Node
l2 power cords region specific
l1 Tool-less Rackmount Rail Kit
l1 Micro USB to USB A cable
l1 Ethernet cable
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CHAPTER 6
Front panel indicators
Item Description
Power button
Power status LED indicator
Drive activity LED indicator
LAN LED indicator
System alert LED indicator
System reset LED indicator
Reset button
Luggage tag Shown on the preceding chassis image
2 x USB 3.0 Type a port Shown on the preceding chassis image
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