Systran SCRAMNet SC150 User manual

SCRAMNetÒNetwork
Monitor & Analyzer
(SCRAMalyzer) User Manual
Document No. D-T-MU-SCALYZER-A-0-A1

FOREWORD
The information in this document has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate; however, no
responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. Systran reserves the right to make changes without notice.
Systran makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this printed material, including, but not limited to,
the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
©Copyright 2000 Systran Corporation. All rights reserved.
SCRAMNetÒis a registered trademark of Systran Corporation.
Ôis a trademark of Systran Corporation.
FieldGoÔis a trademark of Broadax Systems, Inc.
References to products and/or services of other manufacturers as provided in this document do not constitute
endorsement by Systran Corporation.
Revised: March 2, 2000
Systran Corporation
4126 Linden Avenue
Dayton, OH 45432-3068 USA
[phone]

FCC
This product is intended for use in industrial, laboratory or military environments. This product uses and
emits electromagnetic radiation, which may interfere with other radio and communication devices. The
user may be in violation of FCC regulations if this device is used in other than the intended market
environments.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................1-1
1.1 How to Use This Manual ..........................................................................................1-1
1.1.1 Purpose ....................................................................................................1-1
1.1.2 Scope........................................................................................................1-1
1.1.3 Style Conventions....................................................................................1-1
1.2 Related Information ..................................................................................................1-1
1.3 Quality Assurance.....................................................................................................1-1
1.4 Technical Support .....................................................................................................1-2
1.5 Ordering Process.......................................................................................................1-3
2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW..........................................................................................................2-1
2.1 Overview...................................................................................................................2-1
2.2 Description................................................................................................................2-1
2.3 Features.....................................................................................................................2-2
3. INSTALLATION......................................................................................................................3-1
3.1 Overview...................................................................................................................3-1
3.2 Connections...............................................................................................................3-1
3.2.1 Fiber-optic Configuration (SCRAMNet SC78) .......................................3-1
3.2.2 Fiber-optic Configuration (SCRAMNet SC150) .....................................3-2
3.2.3 Fiber-optic Connection ............................................................................3-3
3.3 Fiber-Optic Cable Maintenance ................................................................................3-5
4. OPERATION ............................................................................................................................4-1
4.1 Overview...................................................................................................................4-1
4.2 Getting Started ..........................................................................................................4-1
4.3 SCRAMalyzer Quick Viewer....................................................................................4-2
4.3.1 Viewing Options......................................................................................4-3
4.3.2 The Carrier LED......................................................................................4-3
4.3.3 Measuring Throughput.............................................................................4-3
4.3.4 Saving Throughput Measurements ..........................................................4-5
4.3.5 Measuring Latency...................................................................................4-6
4.3.6 The Reset Button .....................................................................................4-7
4.3.7 The Analyze Button.................................................................................4-7
4.4 Help...........................................................................................................................4-7
4.4.1 About SCRAMalyzer...............................................................................4-7
4.4.2 On-line Help ............................................................................................4-7
4.5 SCRAMalyzer Analysis Tool....................................................................................4-8
4.5.1 Overview..................................................................................................4-8
4.5.2 Measuring Throughput.............................................................................4-9
4.5.3 Loading Stored Throughput files.............................................................4-9
4.5.4 Statistical Display ..................................................................................4-10
4.6 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................4-14
GLOSSARY............................................................................................................... GLOSSARY-1
INDEX ................................................................................................................................INDEX-1

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FIGURES
Figure 2-1 SCRAMalyzer..............................................................................................................2-1
Figure 3-1 Fiber-optic ST Connector ............................................................................................3-2
Figure 3-2 SC78 PCI Faceplate.....................................................................................................3-3
Figure 3-3 SC78 Fiber-Optic Connections....................................................................................3-3
Figure 3-4 SC150 PCI Faceplate...................................................................................................3-4
Figure 3-5 SCRAMNet SC150x Fiber-optic Connections ............................................................3-4
Figure 4-1 SCRAMalyzer Quick Viewer Dialog ..........................................................................4-2
Figure 4-2 Quick Viewer Throughput Text box............................................................................4-3
Figure 4-3 Throughput Vertical Scale Slider.................................................................................4-4
Figure 4-4 Quick Viewer Snapshot Buffer Size Editor.................................................................4-4
Figure 4-5 Quick Viewer Set Memory Capture Range Dialog......................................................4-5
Figure 4-6 Quick Viewer Latency Text box..................................................................................4-6
Figure 4-7 Latency Vertical Scale Slider.......................................................................................4-6
Figure 4-8 Latency Test Address Editor........................................................................................4-6
Figure 4-9 Analysis Tool Main Dialog..........................................................................................4-9
Figure 4-10 Throughput versus Time Display.............................................................................4-10
Figure 4-11 Data Fit Display.......................................................................................................4-11
Figure 4-12 Probability Mass Function.......................................................................................4-12
Figure 4-13 Probability Density Function...................................................................................4-13

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 How to Use This Manual
1.1.1 Purpose
This manual describes the operating features of the SCRAMNet Network Monitor and
Analyzer (SCRAMalyzer). The SCRAMalyzer is a tool for measuring and diagnosing
SCRAMNet network performance.
1.1.2 Scope
This document is intended for SCRAMNet network system managers and/or engineers.
You can use the SCRAMalyzer to understand and improve your SCRAMNet network
operations. To use this manual effectively you need an understanding of the SCRAMNet
network; its hardware and software components, and Windows NT.
1.1.3 Style Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
· TheCc symbol indicates that you must press the Ckey whileyou
simultaneously press another key (in this case, c).
· Names of files, parameters and commands are in bold type; for example,
sysconfigtab file.
· Names of called routines are followed by open and closed parentheses and are
printed in italics; for example, dma_read().
· Directory path names are in italics; for example, mkdir /usr/SCRAMNet.
· In a prompt, square brackets indicate that the enclosed item is the default
response. For example, [y] means the default response is Yes.
· Menu items are in single quotation marks; for example, ‘File’, ‘Start’, etc.
· Button names are bolded, such as OK.
1.2 Related Information
· SCRAMNet Network Media User’s Guide
(Document No. D-T-MU-MEDIA)
· The appropriate SCRAMNet hardware reference manual corresponding to the
specific SCRAMNet boards in your network
· FieldGo PCATX-N9 Series Portable Workstation User’s Guide
(Broadax Systems, Inc.)
· Broadax Systems, Inc. web site: www.bsicomputer.com
1.3 Quality Assurance
Systran Corporate policy is to provide our customers with the highest quality products
and services. In addition to the physical product, the company provides documentation,
sales and marketing support, hardware and software technical support, and timely product

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delivery. Our quality commitment begins with product concept, and continues after
receipt of the purchased product.
Systran’s Quality System conforms to the ISO 9001 international standard for quality
systems. ISO 9001 is the model for quality assurance in design, development, production,
installation and servicing. The ISO 9001 standard addresses all 20 clauses of the ISO
quality system and is the most comprehensive of the conformance standards.
Our Quality System addresses the following basic objectives:
· Achieve, maintain and continually improve the quality of our products through
established design, test, and production procedures.
· Improve the quality of our operations to meet the needs of our customers,
suppliers, and other stakeholders.
· Provide our employees with the tools and overall work environment to fulfill,
maintain, and improve product and service quality.
· Ensure our customer and other stakeholders that only the highest quality product
or service will be delivered.
The British Standards Institution (BSI), the world’s largest and most respected
standardization authority, assessed Systran’s Quality System. BSI’s Quality Assurance
division certified we meet or exceed all applicable international standards, and issued
Certificate of Registration, number FM 31468, on May 16, 1995. The scope of Systran’s
registration is: “Design, manufacture and service of high technology hardware and
software computer communications products.” The registration is maintained under BSI
QA’s bi-annual quality audit program.
Customer feedback is integral to our quality and reliability program. We encourage
customers to contact us with questions, suggestions, or comments regarding any of our
products or services. We guarantee professional and quick responses to your questions,
comments, or problems.
1.4 Technical Support
Technical documentation is provided with all of our products. This documentation
describes the technology, its performance characteristics, and includes some typical
applications. It also includes comprehensive support information, designed to answer any
technical questions that might arise concerning the use of this product. We also publish
and distribute technical briefs and application notes that cover a wide assortment of
topics. Although we try to tailor the applications to real scenarios, not all possible
circumstances are covered.
Although we have attempted to make this document comprehensive, you may have
specific problems or issues this document does not satisfactorily cover. Our goal is to
offer a combination of products and services that provide complete, easy-to-use solutions
for your application.
If you have any technical or non-technical questions or comments (including software),
contact us. Hours of operation are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard/Daylight
Time.
· Phone: [phone] or [phone]
· E-mail: [email protected]
· Fax: [phone]

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1.5 Ordering Process
To learn more about Systran products or to place an order, please use the following
contact information. Hours of operation are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern
Standard/Daylight Time.
· Phone: [phone] or [phone]
· E-mail: i[email protected]
· World Wide Web address: www.systran.com

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