VeEX RXT-6400 User manual

Table of Contents
1.0 About This User Manual
2.0 Safety Information
3.0 Introduction
3.1 Connector Panels & Test Ports
4.0 RXT Operations
5.0 Ethernet
5.1 Ethernet Setup
5.1.1 Test Port Selection
5.1.2 Port Setup
5.1.3 Measurement Settings
5.1.4 CDR Access
5.1.5 I2C Access
5.1.6 Pre-emphasis
5.2 IP
5.2.1 IP Connection
5.2.1.1 Setup
5.2.1.2 Status
5.2.2 Trace Route
5.2.3 ARP Wiz
5.2.4 Ping
5.3 BERT
5.3.1 Setup
5.3.1.1 Header Settings
5.3.1.2 Traffic Settings
5.3.1.3 Error Injection
5.3.1.4 Starting/Stopping a BERT
5.3.2 Results
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5.3.2.1 Summary
5.3.2.2 Errors
5.3.2.3 Events
5.3.2.4 Traffic
5.3.2.5 Rates
5.3.2.6 Delay
5.3.2.7 Alarms
5.3.2.8 Signal
5.4 RFC 2544 Conformance Testing
5.4.1 Set up Standard Mode
5.4.1.1 Header Settings
5.4.1.2 Frame Settings
5.4.1.3 Threshold Settings
5.4.1.4 Threshold, Latency, Frame Loss and Burst Settings
5.4.1.5 Starting/Stopping a RFC 2544 Measurement
5.4.2 Results - Standard Mode
5.4.3 Saving RFC 2544 Results
5.5 V-SAM
5.5.1 V-SAM Setup
5.5.1.1 Header Settings
5.5.1.2 Service Attributes
5.5.2 Results
5.6 Throughput Testing
5.6.1 Setup
5.6.1.1 General Throughput Settings (Global Configuration)
5.6.1.2 Per Stream Configurations
5.6.1.3 Traffic Settings (Per Stream Configuration)
5.6.1.4 Error Injection Settings (Per Stream Configuration)
5.6.1.5 Alarm Injection Settings
5.6.1.6 Summary
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5.6.1.7 FEC
5.6.1.8 Starting/Stopping a Throughput (Multiple Streams) Test
5.6.2 Throughput Results
5.6.2.1 Viewing Throughput (Multiple Streams) Test Results
5.6.2.2 Global/Aggregate Results
5.6.2.3 Per Stream Results
5.6.2.4 Saving Throughtput (Multiple Streams) Results
5.7 Autoscripting
5.8 Packet Capture
5.8.1 Packet Capture Setup
5.8.2 Packet Capture Results
6.0 Lane BERT
6.1 Lane BERT Set up
6.1.1 Lane BERT Results
6.1.2 Lane BERT Signal
6.1.3 Lane BERT Aggregate
6.1.4 Lane BERT Lane
6.1.5 Lane BERT Events
7.0 FEC
7.1 FEC Codeword Symbol Error Distribution
7.1.1 FEC Set Up
7.1.2 Results Summary
7.1.3 Alarms and Errors
7.1.4 Skew
8.0 PCS
8.1 PCS Set up
8.1.1 TX Lane Mapping and Skew
8.1.2 TX Alarm/Error Injection
8.2 Results
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8.2.1 Summary
8.2.2 RX Lane Skew
8.2.3 Alarms and Errors
8.2.4 Events
8.3 Saving PCS Results
9.0 Advanced Optical Transceiver Test & Stress Test
9.1 Transceiver Stress Test
9.2 Advanced Optical Transceiver Test
10.0 Warranty and Software
11 Certification and Declarations
12.0 About VeEX
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1.0 About This User Manual
This user manual is suitable for novice, intermediate, and experienced users and is intended to help you successfully use the
features and capabilities of the test platform. It is assumed that you have basic computer experience and skills, and are familiar with
IP and telecommunication concepts, terminology, and safety.
Every effort was made to ensure that the information contained in this manual is accurate. However, information is subject to change
without notice. We accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In case of discrepancy, the web version takes precedence
over any printed literature.
(c) Copyright 2020 VeEX Inc. All rights reserved. VeEX, VePAL are registered trademarks of VeEX Inc. and/or its affiliates in the
USA and certain other countries. All trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective companies. No part of
this document may be reproduced or transmitted electronically or otherwise without written permission from VeEX Inc.
This device uses software either developed by VeEX Inc. or licensed by VeEX Inc. from third parties. The software is confidential
and proprietary of VeEX Inc. The software is protected by copyright and contains trade secrets of VeEX Inc. or VeEX's licensors.
The purchaser of this device agrees that it has received a license solely to use the software as embedded in the device, and the
purchaser is prohibited from copying, reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling the software.
For more technical resources, visit the VeEX Inc. web site at www.veexinc.com. For assistance or questions related to the use of
this product, call or e-mail our customer care department for customer support. Before contacting our customer care department,
have the product serial number and software version ready. Please go to the Basic Operations section for details on locating the unit
serial number in the menus or locate the serial number on the back of the chassis. Please provide this number when contacting
VeEX customer service.
Customer Care:
Phone: + 1 510 651 0500
E-mail: [email protected]
Website:www.veexinc.com
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2.0 Safety Information
Safety precautions should be observed during all phases of operation of this instrument. The instrument has been designed to
ensure safe operation however please observe all safety markings and instructions. Do not operate the instrument in the presence
of flammable gases or fumes or any other combustible environment. VeEX Inc. assumes no liability for the customer's failure to
comply with safety precautions and requirements.
Optical Connectors
The test platform displays a laser warning icon when the laser source is active to alert the user about a potentially dangerous
situation. It is recommended to:
1. Deactivate the laser before connecting or disconnecting optical cables or patchcords.
2. Never look directly into an optical patchcord or an optical interface (e.g. CFP, CFP2, CFP4, QSFP+, SFP+, SFP, OTDR, LS,
VFL) while the laser is enabled. Even though optical transceivers are typically fitted with Class 1 lasers, which are considered
eye safe, optical radiation for an extended period can cause irreparable damage to the eyes.
3. Never use a fiber microscope to check the optical connectors when the laser source is active.
Electrical Connectors
Telephone lines may carry dangerous voltages. Always connect the electrical test ports to known test interfaces which carry low
level signals.
Safe Module Handling
While replacing test modules, all work on the open panel must be performed only by suitably qualified personnel who are familiar
with the dangers both to people and to the instrument itself.
Modules are not hot swappable. The platform must be turned off and unplugged from VAC mains when removing or inserting
test modules.
For safety and EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility), empty module slots must be properly covered with blank panel covers.
Prevent foreign objects from entering the TX300s, before, during and after module exchange or re-configuration process.
They could create short circuits or damage internal fans.
Always store test modules by themselves in individual ESD protected packaging (with no loose elements, like screws or
tools).
Lithium-ion Battery Precautions
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery packs are compact and offer high capacity and autonomy, which make them ideal for demanding
applications, like providing long lasting power to portable test equipment. For safety reasons, due to their high energy concentration,
these battery packs and products containing them must be used, charged, handled, and stored properly, according to the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Li-ion battery packs contain individual Li-ion cells as well as battery monitoring and protection circuitry, sealed in their plastic
container that must not be disassembled or serviced.
The test set unit's battery pack is also fitted with a safety connector to prevent accidental short circuits and reverse polarity.
Always charge the unit's battery pack inside the test platform battery bay using the AC/DC adapter supplied by VeEX.
Do not charge or use the battery pack if any mechanical damage is suspected (shock, impact, puncture, crack, etc).
Do not continue charging the battery if it does not recharge within the expected charging time
Storage: For long term storage, the battery pack should be stored at 20°C/68°F (room temperature), charged to about 30 to
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50% of its capacity. Spare battery packs should be charged and used at least once a year to prevent over-discharge (rotate
them regularly).
It is recommended to charge and use battery packs at least every three months. Battery packs must not go without
recharging (reconditioning) for more than six months.
After extended storage, battery packs may reach a deep discharge state or enter into sleep mode. For safety reasons, Li-ion
batteries in deep discharge state may limit the initial charging current (pre-recharge) before starting their regular fast charging
cycle. The pre-charging state may take several hours.
Air transportation of Li-ion batteries is regulated by United Nations' International Air Transportation Association (IATA)
Dangerous Goods Regulations and by country-specific regulations. Please check local regulations and with common carriers
before shipping Li-ion battery packs or products containing relatively large Li-ion battery packs.
Electrical Connectors
Telephone lines may carry dangerous voltages. Always connect the electrical test ports to known test interfaces which carry low
level signals.
ESD: Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive Equipment
Test modules could be affected by electrostatic discharge. To minimize the risk of damage when
replacing or handling test modules, make sure to follow proper ESD procedures and dissipate any
electrostatic charge from your body and tools and use proper grounding gear.
Perform all work at a workplace that is protected against electrostatic build-up and discharging.
Never touch any exposed contacts, printed circuit boards or electronic components.
Always store test modules in ESD protected packaging.
Wear ESD protection and grounding gear when:
Inserting, extracting, or handling test modules.
Inserting or removing SFPs, XFPs, QSFPs, or CFPs from the platform.
Connecting or disconnecting cables from modules or platform.
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3.0 Introduction
The RXT-6400 is the first truly portable 400G test set offering native PAM4, QSFP-DD and OSPF support. Equipped to support all
common transceiver form-factors, this module is a perfect complement to the RXT Platform, extending its testing range to 400 Gbps
and offering a future upgrade path for all-in-one 10M-to-400GE testing. Evaluation, Interop, Installation, verification, commissioning,
monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance tasks are simplified thanks to a combination of intuitive user interface and powerful
test functions. Novice users benefit from the easy-to-use GUI, while experienced users will appreciate an array of advanced layer 1-
4 features, such as FEC codeword Error distribution analysis, PAM4 pre-emphasis, skew, I2C/MDIO Read/Write, transceiver check
and stress, Lane BERT, Throughput test, IPv4/IPv6 and much more.
Platform Highlights
Native PAM4 QSFP-DD and OSFP hardware for best-in-class signal integrity (no adapters required)
400G Ethernet testing per IEEE 802.3bs specification with KP4 Forward Error Correction (FEC)
Provides all the necessary features to test QSFP-DD and OSFP transceivers, networking equipment and 400GE links
Advanced and flexible state-of-the-art FPGA-based design, with native PAM4 transceivers, provides future-proof hardware
support for 400GE evolution, emerging standards, test functions, requirements and applications
Wide range of supported 400GE interfaces, including 400GBASE-SR8, FR8, LR8, DR4, and FR4
MDIO/I2C registers Read and Write
Per-lane PAM4 pre-emphasis settings
KP4 FEC codeword symbol errors distribution and Skew
Ethernet Throughput performance test
Hardware supports QSFP56, QSFP28, QSFP+, SFP28, SFP+, SFP, RJ45 (via SFP transceivers) interfaces for lower rate
applications
Battery backup for efficient operation and mobility within large equipment rooms and data centers (no need for constant
rebooting)
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3.1 Connector Panels & Test Ports
RXT-1200 with RXT-6400 blade
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4.0 RXT Operations
4.1 Basic Operations
For information on Basic Operations, Home menu, Launching Test Applications, and other features specific to the RXT-6400 Host
Chassis, refer to the RXT-1200 Platform Manual.
4.2 Utilities
Refer to the RXT-1200 Platform Manual for information about all Utilities and Tools available.
4.3 Setup
Accessing Setup: Please see the RXT-1200 Platform Manual Getting Started section to launch Test Applications.
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5.0 Ethernet
Test mode, test port(s), and network settings are required prior to performing any measurements or applications
5.1 Ethernet Setup
5.1.1 Test Port Selection
Test mode, test port(s), and network settings are required prior to performing any measurements or applications.
Ethernet test modes are accessed by selecting the Test Application button at the top of the screen . Tap on a technology
group then select a test interface. Depending on interface options purchased, the following selections are possible:
Single/dual port combinations present on RXT-6400:
Single port 400GE (OSFP)
Single port 400GE (QSFP-DD)
Single port 100GE (QSFP28)
Single port 40G, 50G (QSFP+)
Single port 25GE (SFP28)
Single port 10GE, 1GE (QSF+)
Dual port, OTN and other protocols are planned for upcoming software releases, please keep the test set software up to date.
Test Mode Selection RXT-6400
After selecting the test interface click OK.
The configuration parameters (header, bandwidth, etc. for each application (on each of the ports) are completely
independent from one another. All test feature combinations are allowed and completely independent (Loopback,
BERT, Throughput, RFC2544,VSAM) in dual port operation. However, some advanced tools, such as IPTV, VLAN
scan, Packet Capture, etc. are available in single port testing mode only. The user interface will provide an error
message when a feature is not available in dual port operation.
When the soft LEDs are steady green, this indicates that the module is ready to perform different tests. This may require turning the
LASER On button for optical interfaces or tapping the History tab to clear blinking LED reminders of past Errors and Alarms (test
results are not affected).
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5.1.2 Port Setup
Port setup or test interface configurations are accessed via the Setup menu located on the Home page. The available configuration
settings depend on the interface selected in the Test Mode selection.
Select the operation mode and the interfaces that will be used to carry out tests. Once the operating mode and interfaces are
selected, independently configure the auto-negotiation, speed, duplex, and flow control settings for each port (where applicable).
After configuring settings, tap Apply to save changes. Tap Discard to revert to previous selections.
Ethernet Home Menu
1GE Fiber Port Setup
1 GE Fiber Port
Network Type: LAN
Flow Control: Enable/Disable
Clock Source: Internal, External (2Mbps, 2MHz, 1.5Mbps, 1.5MHz, 10MHz, 1PPS), RxCLK, GPS1PPS
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10 GE Setup
10 GE Port
Network Type: LAN
Flow Control: Enable/Disable
Clock Source: Internal, External (2Mbps, 2MHz, 1.5Mbps, 1.5MHz, 10MHz, 1PPS), RxCLK, GPS1PPS
Clock Offset (pmm): 0.0
Link Fault Response: Enable/Disable
40 GE Setup
40 GE Port
Network Type: LAN
Flow Control: Enable/Disable
Clock Source: Internal, External (2Mbps, 2MHz, 1.5Mbps, 1.5MHz, 10MHz, 1PPS), RxFCf, GPS1PPS
Clock Offset (ppm): 0.0
Link Fault Response: Enable/Disable
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100 GE Setup
Setup Clock Source
Clock Offset
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100 GE Port
100G port profile: Default
Network Type: LAN
Flow Control: Enable/Disable
Clock Source: Internal, External (2Mbps, 2MHz, 1.5Mbps, 1.5MHz, 10MHz, 1PPS), RxFCf, GPS1PPS
Clock Offset (ppm): 0.0
Link Fault Response: Disable/Enable
400 GE Setup
400 GE Port
400G port profile: Default
Network Type: LAN
Flow Control: Enable/Disable
Clock Source: Internal, External (2Mbps, 2MHz, 1.5Mbps, 1.5MHz, 10MHz, 1PPS), RxCLK, GPS1PPS
Clock Offset (ppm): 0.0
Link Fault Response: Disable/Enable
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5.1.3 Measurement Settings
1GE/10GE/100 GE Measurement Setup
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The measurement and event log settings are configured in this screen.
Profile: Last configuration, Lock, Delete, Save, Save as..., Default.
Mode: Manual or timed
Manual mode: User starts and stops the measurements manually.
Timed mode: User defines the duration of the test; after the test is started, the test will run for the configured duration
and stop automatically.
TX Start: Tx & Rx, or Tx Separate. Configure how the measurements are started when in BERT and Multiple Streams test
modes.
Tx & Rx: Transmitter and receiver are turned on at the same time, and the Tx and Rx measurements start at the same
time at the start of the test.
Tx Separate: Independent control (Start/Stop) of the transmitter is enabled. At the start of the test only the receiver is
turned on -- the user must start the transmitter manually.
Tx Coupled: Transmitter and receiver are turned on at the same time, and the Tx and Rx measurements start at the
same time at the start of the test.
ToD Synchronization Source: Disable, GPS 1PPS
Results Auto Save: Off/On
Maximum Number of Saved Events: 128/256/512/1024
400 GE Measurement Setup
The measurement and event log settings are configured in this screen.
Profile: Last configuration, Lock, Delete, Save, Save as..., Default.
Mode: Manual or timed
Manual mode: User starts and stops the measurements manually.
Timed mode: User defines the duration of the test; after the test is started, the test will run for the configured duration
and stop automatically.
TX Start: Tx & Rx, or Tx Separate. Configure how the measurements are started when in BERT and Multiple Streams test
modes.
Tx & Rx: Transmitter and receiver are turned on at the same time, and the Tx and Rx measurements start at the same
time at the start of the test.
Tx Separate: Independent control (Start/Stop) of the transmitter is enabled. At the start of the test only the receiver is
turned on -- the user must start the transmitter manually.
Tx Coupled: Transmitter and receiver are turned on at the same time, and the Tx and Rx measurements start at the
same time at the start of the test.
Results Auto Save: Off/On
FEC Bypass Indication: Enable/Disable
FEC HI SER Detection: Enable/Disable
Maximum Number of Saved Events: 128/256/512/1024
High Temperature Power OFF: The SFP will power off at this temperature
High Temperature Warning: User defines the value at which temperature warnings is displayed
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5.1.4 CDR Access
(100GE Only)
CDR Access
Enables TX and RX CDR to be turned on
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5.1.5 I2C Access
I2CAccess
Transceiver I2C (MDIO) Register Read/Write
Module information, settings, status and control
Reconfigure the PHY and monitor status
5.1.6 Pre-emphasis
Pre-emphasis
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Per-lane PAM4 Pre-emphasis Settings
Advanced user can configure PAM4 signal conditioning circuits for each lane, on the host side, to match a transceiver
for the best performance
Per-lane Pre-taps (1,2,3), Post-tap and Attenuation
Can be used to verify/stress transceiver tolerances
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5.2 IP
5.2.1 IP Connection
Port setup and IP connection are required prior to performing the following Ethernet applications: Ping, Trace Route, Web/FTP,
ARPWiz, VoIP, IPTV testing, and 1588v2 (except Layer 2).
Tap on IP from the Ethernet home menu to access Port and IP settings.
5.2.1.1 Setup
Select PPoE, IPv4, or IPv6 from the Mode menu.
Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPoE)
Authentication: PAP, CHAP, or CHAP & PAP.
VLAN: Off or 1 Tag.
ID: VLAN ID. Enter value 0 to 4095.
Pri: VLAN priority 0 to 7.
DNS: Selecting Manual DNS opens another menu. Select from Off, Primary, or Primary & Secondary. Enter the Primary
and/or Secondary DNS if required.
IP Setup-IPv4
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IPv4 or IPv6
IP Type: PPPoE, IPv4 or IPv6
Profile: Delete, Save, Save as ..., Default
IP Address: Static, DHCP (IPv4 only) or AUTO (IPv6 only)
Static: The user is required to enter a Local IP, Gateway address, and Subnet. All Static fields can be filled by tapping on the
section to access an alphanumeric keyboard
Local IP: IPv4/IPv6 address of the test set
Gateway:IPv4/IPv6 address of the network gateway
CIDR (IPv6 only): The user can enter a Classless Inter -domain Routing Network
Subnet (IPv4 only): The user can enter a subnet mask
DNS: Off, Manual, or Auto. If Manual is selected, a DNS IP is required in order to use the URL as a destination. Enter the IP
address of the Domain Name System (DNS) Server providing domain name translation to IP addresses.
VLAN: Off, 1 Tag, 2 Tags. For each VLAN tag, enter the following:
ID: VLAN ID. Enter value 0 to 4095.
Pri: VLAN priority 0 to 7.
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5.2.1.2 Status
Ensure the Status is PASS before continuing with any IP tests. If the connection fails, go back to the setup screen to verify that the
parameters are entered correctly. Verify that the Ethernet cable is properly connected on the management port on the left hand side
of the unit.
IP Setup-IPv4
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DHCP: PASS indicates that an IP address has successfully been assigned.
IP: PASS indicates that the IP address assigned has been verified to be unique in the network.
Gateway: PASS indicates that the gateway IP address is valid.
DNS: PASS indicates that the DNS IP address is valid.
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5.2.2 Trace Route
Trace Route is a common method used to find the route to the destination IP address or URL. Refer to Trace Route in the TX300S,
MTTplus, RXT-1200, or UX400 platform manuals for more information on this feature including setup and results.
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5.2.3 ARP Wiz
ARP Wiz uses the Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) to verify the status of each IP address in a user-selectable IP range. It is the
standard method for finding a host's hardware address when only its network layer address is known. Refer to ARP Wiz in the
TX300S, MTTplus, RXT-1200, or UX400 platform manuals for more information on this feature including setup and results.
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5.2.4 Ping
Ping is a popular computer network tool used to test whether a particular host is reachable across an IP network. A ping is
performed by sending an echo request or ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) to the echo response replies. Refer to Ping
TX300S, MTTplus, RXT-1200, or UX400 platform manuals for more information on this feature including setup and results.
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