Spirent DX3-QSFP-DD-8 User manual

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PX3-QSFP-DD-8 and DX3-QSFP-DD-8
Installation Instructions
Refer to the Release Notes for information on supported software applications, versions,
and NIC configurations.
Note: This document applies to both the PX3-QSFP-DD-8 and the DX3-QSFP-DD-8
appliances.The term PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 will be used throughout.
• Certifications and Standards . . . . 4
• Technical Specifications . . . . 6
• Site Selection . . . . 7
• Rack Mounting Considerations . . . . 7
• Requirements . . . . 8
• System Description . . . . 9
• Appliance Firmware Support . . . . 14
• Connecting to the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 . . . . 15
• Related Documentation . . . . 20
• How to Contact Us . . . . 21

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right to change the warranty and service policy set forth above at any time, after
reasonable notice and without liability to Customer.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, NONINFRINGEMENT AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED, AND THE LIABILITY OF SPIRENT, IF
ANY, FOR DAMAGE RELATING TO ANY ALLEGEDLY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT
SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE ACTUAL PRICE PAID BY THE CUSTOMER FOR
SUCH PRODUCT. THE PROVISIONS SET FORTH ABOVE STATE SPIRENT'S
ENTIRE RESPONSIBILITY AND CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
WITH RESPECT TO ANY BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY.
Safety Precautions
Warning:Calls attention to operating procedures or practices that should be followed to
avoid bodily injury or damage to equipment.
Caution: Reflects conditions that could cause product damage or data loss.
Note: Describes limitations on the use of the equipment or procedure.
No User-Serviceable Parts
Warning: No user-serviceable parts inside. Do not open.
Waarschuwing: Er zijn geen door de gebruiker te vervangen onderdelen. Niet openen.
Attention: Aucune pièce se trouvant à l'intérieur ne peut être réparée ou remplacée par
l'utilisateur. Ne pas ouvrir.
Lasers Warning
Warning: Because invisible radiation may be emitted from the aperture of the port when
no fiber cable is connected, avoid exposure to radiation and do not stare into
open apertures.
Waarschuwing: Aangezien onzichtbare straling vanuit de opening van de poort kan
komen als er geen fiberkabel aangesloten is, dient blootstelling aan straling en het kijken
in open openingen vermeden te worden.
Attention: Avant d'accéder à cet équipement connecté aux lignes électriques, ôter tout
bijou (anneaux, colliers et montres compris). Lorsqu'ils sont branchés à l'alimentation et
reliés à la terre, les objets métalliques chauffent, ce qui peut provoquer des blessures
graves ou souder l'objet métallique aux bornes.
Calibration
At the time of manufacture, all components manufactured by Spirent Communications are
calibrated in accordance with applicable procedures. Spirent Communications equipment
is calibrated using national standards, consensus standards, and ratio-type measurements

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based on self-calibration techniques. By design, the equipment has no user adjustments
and does not require further calibration. Products are calibrated within the published
environmental specifications for the products. At the time of shipment, this Spirent
Communications product met its published operating specifications.
Unpacking
Before opening the product carton, examine it for damage. If damage is not visible,
unpack the carton and check contents for damage. Save all packing materials. If damage is
noted, forward an immediate request to the delivering carrier to perform an inspection and
prepare a damage report. Save the container and packing material until contents are
verified.
Concurrently, report the nature and extent of damage to Spirent Communications
Customer Support so that action can be initiated to repair or replace damaged items, or
instructions issued for returning items.
The responsibility of the manufacturer ends with delivery to the first carrier. All claims for
loss, damage, or nondelivery must be made against the delivering carrier within
10 calendar days of receipt of shipment.
Damaged or Missing Equipment
If any equipment is damaged or missing, call [phone] or [phone]
(international) for technical support. Registered users may also access the Spirent
Communications support website at https://support.spirent.com. You may also email
questions to [email protected]m.
Certifications and Standards
FCC
Spirent PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 complies with the limits for a Class A digital device in
accordance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when this equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions in this manual. Operating this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, and the customer will be required
to rectify the interference at his or her own expense. This product requires the use of
external shielded cables to maintain compliance pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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CE
The CE symbol on the product label (on the back of the box) indicates this network
appliance is compliant with the EMC Directive and Low Voltage Directive of the
European Union. This product meets the following technical standards:
•EN 55022 — “Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference
Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment”
•EN 55024 — “Limits and methods of measurement of immunity characteristics for
information technology equipment”
•EN 60950 — “Safety of Information Technology Equipment”
TUV
This product carries the cTUVus mark.
Environmental Considerations
This label is on all Spirent-provided electrical and electronic products that are sold and
shipped (see Figure 1).
Figure 1. Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Label
This label indicates that the product contains material that presents an environmental
concern. Spirent encourages users of Spirent-provided electrical and electronic equipment
to not dispose of the labeled products in waste collection units where the waste is destined
for landfills. Electrical and electronic equipment should be collected separately and
recycled, reused, and processed for recovery and waste treatment in accordance with your
local, regional, and federal laws. If you have any questions regarding this labeling, please
contact your Spirent Communications representative.

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Technical Specifications
•Environmental
• Operating requirements: 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C) when using QSFP-DD
transceivers rated up to 15W. When using QSFP-DD transceivers exceeding 15W,
the maximum operating temperature is 86° F (30° C); 20% to 80% relative
humidity
Warning: Use appropriate ear protection when working in proximity to an operating
chassis.
•Chassis Design and Form Factor
• EIA 19" rack compatible, 1RU high
• Front to back airflow
•Physical
• Dimensions: 17.1"W x 1.7"H x 36"D (43.4 cm x 4.28 cm x 91.44 cm)
• Installation and shipping weight: 50 lb. (23 kg)
•Power
• Inlet AC: 2 x 115V @ 15A, or 2 x 230V @ 10A
• Peak power requirement: 1600W
•Administration and Operation
• Up to 32 simultaneous users per chassis
• IPv4 and IPv6 admin network compatible
• SSH terminal emulation via Ethernet
• Direct via external video connector and USB ports

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Site Selection
The Spirent PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 is a high-end network testing device that must be
installed in a dust free and dry environment with adequate airflow, power, and cooling.
•The PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 is designed with front to rear airflow and both ventilation
locations must remain unobstructed for proper operation. Inadequate cooling or
airflow can result in an over-temperature situation that will cause an automatic system
shut-down.
•The inlet air temperature must be in the range of 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C) when using
QSFP-DD transceivers rated up to 15W. When using QSFP-DD transceivers
exceeding 15W the maximum operating temperature is 86° F (30° C); 20% to 80%
relative humidity
•The PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 is designed to be mounted in a Telecom-style 19" 4-post
open rack.
• The chassis occupies 1 rack unit
• The rack must be designed, and adequately secured, to accommodate the fully
loaded weight of the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 (approximately 50 lb. / 23 kg) and
any other installed equipment.
• It is not recommended to install the chassis in an enclosure unless it is specifically
designed to handle the airflow and cooling requirements of the chassis.
•The PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 appliance requires two (2) 115V power outlets on a 15A
circuit, with no other connected equipment.
Rack Mounting Considerations
Refer to the Rack-Mount Rail Kit Installation Instructions (document part number 71-
008863) included with the kit for the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 appliance.
Warning: Due to the size and weight of the system, ensure that at least two people lift the
system.
The PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 may require safety agency evaluation, certification, and
licensing. Check with your building inspector for requirements applicable to your
location.
Notes on Rack Mounting
•Elevated operating ambient–If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the
operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room
ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an
environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature of 41° to 95° F (5°
to 35° C). Refer to page 6 for additional detailed operating specifications.

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•Reduced air flow–Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the
amount of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
•Mechanical loading–Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a
hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading. Do not place
other equipment on top of a system that is already rack-mounted.
•Circuit overloading–Consideration should be given to the connection of the
equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might
have on over-current protection and supply wiring. Refer to equipment rating labels to
ensure appropriate electrical loading of this system in a rack.
•Reliable earthing–Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be
maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than
direct connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).
Requirements
This section describes the Spirent PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 system requirements, cable
requirements, and network connectivity. Refer to Table 1 on page 10 for connector
descriptions.
Power Requirements
Important: The PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 appliance must be connected to a dedicated 15A
circuit with no other connected equipment and its own breaker. Installation of this chassis
must comply with local and national electrical codes. If necessary, consult with the
appropriate agencies to ensure compliance.
Note: The PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 does not support redundant power supply
configurations.
Cable Requirements
You will need customer-supplied cables for connecting the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 to your
management network and for connecting the NIC test ports to your system under test. For
cabling information, refer to Table 1 on page 10.
PC Requirements
Refer to the Release Notes for information on the minimum PC requirements. The release
notes are available as a Related Resource on the CSC Downloads page.

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Network Connectivity
Note: The terms “management port” and “administrative port” are used interchangeably.
10/100/1000 Base-T Administrative Port
The administrative port must connect to a 10/100/1000 Base-T network. Spirent
Communications recommends the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 be connected through a switch
and isolated from your test environment.
Tip: The administrative port can be connected to a different subnet from the test network.
If traffic overwhelms the test network, having the administrative port on a different subnet
enables you to access PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 and control the test currently running
without contending with a heavily loaded network.
System Description
The PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 hardware is maintenance-free and should not be
disassembled. Servicing the units yourself jeopardizes your warranty.
Connector Panel
Figure 2 shows the connector panels and Table 1 on page 10 describes the connectors on
the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8.
Figure 2. PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 Front and Back Panel Connectors

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Table 1. PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 Connectors
Connector Description
1Power switch –press this button to power on and off the appliance.
2 QSFP-DD test ports - take care to insert QSFP-DD transceivers or
cables in the proper direction.
3 Power receptacle - connect the power cords to the power receptacles
and circuit outlets that meet the system requirements.
4 Console access and control - VGA port for external monitor and USB
for keyboard
5 External Time Reference connectors, from left to right:
•10 MHz (SMA)
•1 PPS (SMA)
•Serial DCE (RJ45)
6 Ethernet administration port - attach a RJ-45 terminated Cat 5 cable
directly to your controller PC or to a LAN that is shared by your
controller PC.
7 Chassis synchronization connectors, from left to right:
•Sync Out
•Sync In
8 IEEE 1588 PTP Port

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Front Panel System LEDs
The LEDs located on the front of the chassis show the status of the chassis and the PC
connection. Table 2 describes the operation.
Table 2. Front Panel System LEDs
LED Color/Status Description
Status Solid Green
Solid Amber
Blinking Amber
Solid Red
Chassis is operational
Chassis is initializing
The power down button was pressed and the chassis is
shutting down
A chassis error has occurred.
Note: During initialization, the LED state transitions
will be Solid Red to Solid Amber to Solid Green. The
LED will remain red if an error occurs during the
initialization sequence.
Link Solid Green
Off
PC and chassis are communicating
PC and chassis are not communicating
Fan Solid Green
Solid Red
Solid Green
Internal chassis fans are operating properly
One or more of the fans are not working properly
Ambient temperature inside the chassis is within
specification
Temp Solid Amber
Solid Red
Temperature has exceeded the warning level.
Precautionary procedures are in progress; temperature
is being more closely monitored.
Temperature is consistently in excess of the error level.
Numerous chassis functions have been disabled to
attempt to reduce thermal load.

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Test Port LEDs
Each test port has one multi-color LED to indicate the speed for which the port is
configured. The SPEED LEDs are labeled on the front panel.
Table 3 describes the speed LEDs. Table 4 describes the link state LEDs.
Each test port has eight (8) multi-color LEDs to indicate the link state for each possible
400G or sub-rate port. The LINK LEDs are labeled on the front panel.
Test Port Link LED Numbering
The test port link LEDs are numbered as shown in Figure 3. Only the number for the first
port of each column is labeled on the front panel of the appliance.
Figure 3. Front Panel Port Link LED Numbering
Table 3. Appliance Port Speed LEDs
Speed Color
400G Green
200G Blue
100G Magenta
50G White
Table 4. Appliance Link State LEDs
Link State Color LED State
Link Up Green Solid
Activity Green Blink
Link Down Red Solid
No Module Off Off

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Table 5 shows the assigned port numbering for the first port group.
Note: The numbering for the other port groups are assigned in a similar manner on the
front panel.
Powering up the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8
Press the power button on the front of the unit (Figure 2 on page 9) to turn on the
PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8.
The typical boot time is six (6) minutes. Package switch times (switching from Spirent
TestCenter to another product, or from another product to Spirent TestCenter) and
firmware upgrades take approximately 10-15 minutes.
Powering down the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8
Press and release the power button on the front of the appliance (Figure 2 on page 9) to
turn off the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8.
Warning: Do not unplug the appliance while it is in operation (blue indicator light on).
Power off the appliance, before you unplug it.
Table 5. Appliance Port Numbering
Speed Port(s)
400G P1
200G P1, P5
100G P1, P3, P5, P7
50G P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6, P7, P8

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Appliance Firmware Support
With the dual boot feature, you can switch between two installed versions of Spirent
TestCenter using the command line interface. You can identify the current version and
standby version using the appropriate commands described in this section.
For PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 appliances, the feature applies to Spirent TestCenter releases
5.05 and later. When you initially upgrade to release 5.05 or later, both installed versions
will be 5.05 or later. Subsequent upgrades to releases later than 5.05 will result in two
separate partitions, containing the current version and the standby version, respectively.
Notes: • Downgrading to a Spirent TestCenter version below 5.05 removes this
feature.
•On PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 appliances, downgrading below 5.05 is not
allowed from the GUI. Refer to Knowledge Base article FAQ18701 for
details.
To see the available Spirent TestCenter versions using the command line interface:
1SSH to the device using the admin username. Refer to page 15 for login instructions.
2Use the applicable command
•Type
version to identify the active Spirent TestCenter version.
•Typestandby_version to see the standby version.
To switch between two installed versions using the command line interface:
1SSH to the device using the admin username. Refer to page 15 for login instructions.
2Type help to view the list of options.
3Select switch_version with yes as an option to switch to the standby version.
Note: A reboot is required to switch versions. Select yes if you want to reboot and use the
standby version. If you select no, the switch to the standby version will take effect with
the next reboot.

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Connecting to the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8
PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 connects and operates through your local network much like a
standard PC. It boots with the IP address and subnet mask: 192.168.0.100/
255.255.255.0. If you need to reconfigure the IP address information refer to “Setting
the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 Addressing mode, IP Address, Netmask and Gateway”.
To connect to your product’s GUI:
1Configure a laptop or workstation with the IP address and subnet mask:
192.168.0.101/255.255.255.0.
2Connect the laptop or workstation to the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 administrative port
administrative port with a straight-through or crossover Ethernet cable or through a
(preferably full-duplex) network switch or hub.
Setting the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 Addressing mode, IP Address, Netmask and
Gateway
If you are connecting the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 to a LAN, you will probably need to
change the IP address information. Obtain an unused IP address, netmask, and gateway IP
address from your IT department.
Use either of these methods to change the address information:
•[Recommended] Use a communication program to SSH (secure shell) over the
Ethernet administration port to the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 default IP address.
• The PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 default IP address is 192.168.0.100, with a netmask of
255.255.255.0
•Attach a USB keyboard and VGA monitor to the appliance.
• It is recommended that you connect the monitor while the appliance is powered
off.
• After the appliance has booted up, use one of the USB connectors for the key-
board.
You will be presented with a login prompt when the appliance is fully booted up. Use the
following system administrator login / password:
•Login: admin
•Password: spt_admin
Spirent TestCenter - Spirent Communications, Inc.
Device : 192.168.0.100 255.255.255.0 (static)
Gateway : 192.168.0.1
Welcome admin.
Type help for a list of commands

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admin(hypervisor)>>
You can now use the following commands to set the addressing mode and/or set the IP
address, netmask and gateway. When you have made your changes, you must activate the
new settings and reboot the appliance:
admin(hypervisor)>> mode - shows the current IP addressing
mode.
admin(hypervisor)>> mode dhcp - sets the IP addressing mode to
DHCP.
admin(hypervisor)>>mode static - sets the IP addressing mode to
static.
Note: You must manually set the IP address, netmask and gateway, if you use the static
setting.
admin(hypervisor)>> ipaddress - shows the current IP address.
admin(hypervisor)>> ipaddress 192.168.1.10 - sets the IP
address.
admin(hypervisor)>> netmask - shows the current netmask.
admin(hypervisor)>> netmask 255.255.255.0 - sets the netmask.
admin(hypervisor)>> gwaddress - shows the current gateway
address.
admin(hypervisor)>> gwaddress 192.168.1.1 - set the gateway
address.
admin(hypervisor)>>activate - Activates your new settings
Note: If you are connected using SSH, you will lose connectivity when you use the
activate command. You must power cycle the appliance manually, or log back in to the
appliance using the new IP address. You must then use the reboot command below, before
the product's GUI or script can access the appliance.
admin(hypervisor)>>reboot – Applies your settings and reboots
the appliance.
When the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 appliance restores, after the power cycle or reboot, it is
ready for use with the product’s GUI or an automation script (if supported in your current
release).
For a complete list of the admin commands available for the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8
appliance, refer to Table 6 on page 17.

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Table 6. Spirent PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 Admin Commands
Command Description
activate [[<deviceName>]<ipaddress>
<netmask> <gwaddress>] | [dhcp] | [ipv6
[<deviceName>] <ipv6addres>
<ipv6gwaddress>]
Save and activate the network configuration
authenticate [on|off|reset] Enable | Disable | Reset authenticate mode
console <vm name> Connect to a VM console
date [MMDDhhmm[[CC]YY][.ss]] Show or set the date. e.g. date 01312359
dns <add> <address1> <address2>|<delete> Set the static DNS servers
exit Exit
gwaddress <address> Change the gateway address for the device
help List all commands
hostname Display or change the system hostname
ipaddress <address> Change the IP address for the device
ipv6address <address> Change the address for the IPv6 device
ipv6gwaddress <address> Change the gateway address for the IPv6 device
launcher Relaunch cookies
listvms Show any running virtual machines
logout Log out
macaddress Display the MAC address
mode <static|dhcp> Set to use either dhcp or static mode
netmask <address> Change the netmask for the device
network Show the current network settings
ntp Display or change the ntp settings
password Change the password
ping <ipaddress> Ping an IP address

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ping6 <ipv6address> Ping an IPv6 address
ptp Display or change the ptp settings
reboot Reboot the system
recovery <chassis|tm> <enable|disable> Enable or disable appliance or test module recovery (Test
Module Recovery is not supported on all test modules)
resetnetwork Reset all network settings to the factory defaults
restartsysmgr Restart system manager
securemode [on|off] Enable or disable secure mode
serialno Show the appliance serial number
shutdown Shut down the system
status Show the status summary
switch_version Switches to the standby partition and reboots the system
standby_version Displays the version of the standby partition (non-active)
version Display the current version
Table 6. Spirent PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 Admin Commands (continued)
Command Description

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Using Authenticate Mode (optional)
Authenticate mode allows the user to set a password on the chassis or appliance, so only
authorized users can access the equipment. The Authenticate commands can only be
accessed when the user is directly connected to the chassis or appliance using a USB
keyboard and DVI video monitor. If SSH is used to access the chassis or appliance, these
commands will not be available.
When authenticate is “on” or “reset,” a password must be generated using simple ascii
text, but it cannot be left blank. After the password is generated, the Spirent TestCenter
GUI or API user will be required to enter the generated password when they attempt to
connect to the chassis or appliance.
These instructions explain how to use Authenticate mode on your chassis:
Note: The Black bold text is user input; Blue bold text is console output.
1Connect to chassis via console (keyboard and display connected)
2Login as user admin (password: spt_admin)
admin>
To turn authenticate mode on
admin> authenticate on
authenticate mode is currently disabled
Enter Password to Enable Authenticate Mode:
Re-Enter Authenticate Mode Password:
Authenticate Mode is now enabled!
To turn authenticate mode off
admin> authenticate off
authenticate mode is currently enabled
Enter the Saved Password to Disable Authenticate Mode:
Authenticate Mode is now disabled!
To reset the password
admin> authenticate reset
authenticate mode is currently enabled
Enter a new Password to Reset/Enable Authenticate Mode:
Re-Enter the new Authenticate Mode Password:
Authenticate Mode is now enabled with a new password!

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Related Documentation
Additional documentation related to this guide are listed below.
•Spirent PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 Quick Reference – Provides a summary of the major
steps you use to set up a PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 appliance.
•Release Notes – Contain information that may affect product installation, test
configuration, or test results; including last-minute requirements or product changes.
Note: It is highly recommended that you review all release notes before you install or use
the PX3/DX3-QSFP-DD-8 appliance. The release notes are available as a Related
Resource on the CSC Downloads page.
Spirent Knowledge Base
The Spirent Customer Service Center (CSC) (https://support.spirent.com) includes a
powerful Knowledge Base to serve your technical information needs. The Knowledge
Base offers an easy-to-use browse mode, along with an intelligent search that offers quick
answers to your network analysis and measurement questions.