Xtramus NuStreams-P5G User manual

Standalone Switch/Router Tester
User’s Manual
(NuStreams-P5G/NuStreamsP9A)
USM Ver 1.2

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Foreword
Copyright
Copyright © 2011 Xtramus Technologies, all rights reserved. The information contained in this document is the property of Xtramus
Technologies. No part of this publication shall be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any
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Disclaimer
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Xtramus Technologies. The information in this document is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Xtramus Technologies
assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in the document.
Trademarks
NuStreams-P5G, NuStreams-P9A, NuSet-MiniPG, NuSet-MiniPG-Config, and NuSet-MiniPG-UG are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Xtramus Technologies. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Warranty
Xtramus Technologies warrants for the hardware provided along with this document under proper usage and conditions in normal
environment; any improper operation or in irregular environment may possibly cause this product NOT function well. For detailed
terms, please contact your local dealer.
Contact Information
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Revision History
Date
Version
AP Version
History
2011/03/17
Ver 1.0
First draft version
2011/04/25
Ver 1.1
1. Page 38&45, add notes so the readers can
understand that this manual is for
NuSet-MiniPG-Config/UG only.
2. Page 39, add a note regarding to warning
messages.
2011/07/12
Ver 1.2
Ver 1.0b019
1. Change USM template.
2. Page 3, changing Revision History format.
3. Page 8, replacing “UTP Port”with “RJ45
Port”.

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Table of Contents
Foreword........................................................................................................................................2
Revision History............................................................................................................................3
1. Standalone Switch/Router Tester Overview ............................................................................6
1.1. General Description of NuStreams-P5G & NuStreams-P9A ..........................................6
1.2. Key Advantages of NuStreams-P5G & NuStreams-P9A.................................................7
1.3. NuPAD Overview...............................................................................................................7
2. NuStreams-P5G & NuStreams-P9A Function Overview..........................................................8
2.1. Interface Ports ..................................................................................................................8
2.1.1. NuStreams-P5G Interface Ports..................................................................................8
2.1.2. NuStreams-P9A Interface Ports..................................................................................8
2.2. Front Panel –LCD & LEDs...............................................................................................9
2.2.1. NuStreams-P5G Front Panel –LCD & LEDs ..............................................................9
2.2.2. NuStreams-P9A Front Panel –LCD & LEDs.............................................................10
2.3. Front Panel –LED Status...............................................................................................11
2.3.1. NuStreams-P5G Front Panel –LED Status ..............................................................11
2.3.2. NuStreams-P9A Front Panel –LED Status...............................................................12
2.4. NuStreams-P5G & NuStreams-P9A Front Panel –Buttons..........................................13
3. Hardware Installation of NuStreams-P5G & NuStreams-P9A...............................................14
3.1. Hardware Installation for NuStreams-P5G....................................................................14
3.1.1. Installation for Residential Gateway (Broadband Router) Test ..............................14
3.1.2. Installation for Switch Test........................................................................................15
3.1.3. Installation for Residential Gateway (Broadband Router) + Switch Test...............16
3.2. Hardware Installation for NuStreams-P9A....................................................................17
3.2.1. Installation for Residential Gateway (Broadband Router) Test ..............................17
3.2.2. Installation for Switch Test........................................................................................18
3.2.3. Installation for Residential Gateway (Broadband Router) + Switch Test...............19
4. Making Settings with Front Panel Buttons & LCD ................................................................20
4.1. NuStreams-P5G Front Panel Buttons & LCD................................................................20
4.1.1. NuStreams-P5G Buttons Overview ..........................................................................20
4.1.2. NuStreams-P5G LCD Overview ................................................................................21
4.1.3. NuStreams-P5G Front Panel Functions –Basic Controls ......................................22
4.1.4. NuStreams-P5G Front Panel Functions –Test Setting ...........................................24
4.1.5. NuStreams-P5G Front Panel Functions –Test Log.................................................26
4.1.6. NuStreams-P5G Front Panel Functions –System Setting......................................27
4.1.7. NuStreams-P5G Front Panel Functions –System Information ..............................28
4.2. NuStreams-P9A Front Panel Buttons & LCD ................................................................29
4.2.1. NuStreams-P9A Control Buttons Overview .............................................................29
4.2.2. NuStreams-P9A LCD Overview.................................................................................30
4.2.3. NuStreams-P9A Front Panel Functions –Basic Controls.......................................31
4.2.4. NuStreams-P9A Front Panel Functions –Test Setting............................................33
4.2.5. NuStreams-P9A Front Panel Functions –Test Log.................................................35
4.2.6. NuStreams-P9A Front Panel Functions –System Setting......................................36
4.2.7. NuStreams-P9A Front Panel Functions –System Information...............................37
5. NuSet-MiniPG ..........................................................................................................................38
5.1. Installing/Uninstalling NuSet-MiniPG............................................................................39
5.2. NuSet-MiniPG Overview.................................................................................................43
5.2.1. Starting NuSet-MiniPG...............................................................................................43
5.2.2. NuSet-MiniPG Overview............................................................................................44
5.3. NuSet-MiniPG-Config Functions ...................................................................................45
5.3.1. NuSet-MiniPG-Config Functions Overview..............................................................45
5.3.2. NuSet-MiniPG-Config Function –Menu Bar ............................................................46
5.3.2.1. Menu Bar –File ...................................................................................................46
5.3.2.2. Menu Bar –Task..................................................................................................47
5.3.2.3. Menu Bar –Log...................................................................................................47

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5.3.2.4. Menu Bar –Service.............................................................................................48
5.3.2.5. Menu Bar –Languages.......................................................................................48
5.3.2.6. Menu Bar –Help..................................................................................................48
5.3.3. NuSet-MiniPG-Config Function –Quick Launch Buttons.......................................49
5.3.3.1. Quick Launch Buttons –Reconnect..................................................................49
5.3.3.2. Quick Launch Buttons –Load & Save...............................................................49
5.3.3.3. Quick Launch Buttons –Get Task/Apply All .....................................................50
5.3.3.4. Quick Launch Buttons –Get Log/Clear Log/Log Folder..................................50
5.3.4. NuSet-MiniPG-Config Function –Info/Run Select List............................................51
5.3.5. Configuring Tasks with NuSet-MiniPG-Config.........................................................53
5.3.5.1. NuSet-MiniPG-Config Task Setting –Router.....................................................54
5.3.5.2. NuSet-MiniPG-Config Task Setting –Switch.....................................................56
5.3.5.3. NuSet-MiniPG-Config Task Setting –Router + Switch .....................................57
5.4. NuSet-MiniPG-UG Functions .........................................................................................59
5.4.1. NuSet-MiniPG-UG Functions Overview....................................................................59
5.4.2. NuSet-MiniPG-UG Function –Menu Bar ..................................................................60
5.4.2.1. Menu Bar –File ...................................................................................................60
5.4.2.2. Menu Bar –Upgrade...........................................................................................60
5.4.2.3. Menu Bar –Languages.......................................................................................67
5.4.2.4. Menu Bar –Help..................................................................................................67
5.4.3. NuSet-MiniPG-UG Function –Quick Launch Buttons.............................................68
5.4.3.1. Quick Launch Buttons –Reconnect..................................................................68
5.4.3.2. Quick Launch Buttons –Firmware Upgrade.....................................................68
5.4.3.3. Quick Launch Buttons –FPGA Upgrade...........................................................68
5.4.3.4. Quick Launch Buttons –NuPAD Firmware Upgrade........................................68
5.4.3.4. Quick Launch Buttons –License Upgrade .......................................................69
5.4.4. NuSet-MiniPG-UG Function –Info Select List .........................................................69
6. Controlling Tests with NuPAD ................................................................................................70
6.1. NuPAD Functions Overview...........................................................................................70
6.2. Connecting NuPAD with NuSTreams-P5G/NuStreams-P9A.........................................71
6.3. Starting DUT Tests with NuPAD.....................................................................................72

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1. Standalone Switch/Router Tester Overview
1.1. General Description of NuStreams-P5G & NuStreams-P9A
NuStreams-P5G and NuStreams-P9A are stand-alone Switch/Residential Gateway (Broadband
Router) test devices for testing switches and broadband routers (along with their switch ports) at
wirespeed. Also, both NuStreams-P5G and NuStreams-P9A can also connect to PC for accessing its
simple and easy-to-use configuration utility.
Each of NuStreams-P5G and NuStreams-P9A’s 3 RUNscontains 4 Tasks. These Tasks allow users to
simultaneously performing tests under different transmitting/receiving speeds with a single button. This
innovative design can greatly reduce the time consumed when performing product tests.
With 3 different Test Types (Router, Switch, and Router + Switch) available, NuStreams-P5G and
NuStreams-P9A can perform tests on switch/router, or combining each of these test subjects under
“Router + Switch”Test Type, and test a broadband router’s WAN/LAN performance at the same time.
NuStreams-P5G and NuStreams-P9Asupport bi-direction LAN/WAN test packets with 253 IP addresses.
Each IP has its own settings and transmitting/receiving counters, including independent statistics and
calculations for latency and Serial Number. Also, both DUT and NuStreams-P5G’s IP addresses can be
any IP of 256 IP addresses from Class C.
Please refer to the table down below for a general comparison between NuStreams-P5G and
NuStreams-P9A.
NuStreams-P5G/P9A Comparison Table
Model Name
NuStreams-P5G
NuStreams-P9A
Test Ports
10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Port
10/100 Mbps RJ45 Port
For Router Test
LAN Port ×4
WAN Port ×1
For Router Test
LAN Port ×8
WAN Port ×1
For Switch Test
Switch Port ×5*
For Switch Test
Switch Port ×8
*NuStreams-P5G’s WAN Port can act as Switch Port 5 when performing switch test.
Also, NuStreams-P5G and NuStreams-P9Acome with a utility software. NuSet-MiniPG allows users to
set DUT test criteria, upgrading NuStreams-P5G firmware/FPGA, and accessing detail test logs/statistics
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1.2. Key Advantages of NuStreams-P5G & NuStreams-P9A
Compact, lightweight, and portable test device for testing network switches and routers
Flexible WAN port connection for router tests:
Static IP
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet)
Supporting bi-direction LAN/WAN test packets with 253 IP addresses. Each IP has its own settings
and transmitting/receiving counters, including independent statistics and calculations for latency,
Serial Number, and VLAN Tags
DUT, NuStreams-P5G, and NuStreams-P9A’s IP addresses can be any IP of 256 IP addresses from
Class C
Supports and can receive packet in PPP LCP, IPCP PAP formats
Tests are performed automatically in a step-by-step manner, which make NuStreams-P5G a more
productive solution than traditional PC-based solutions
Both NuStreams-P5G and NuStreams-P9A can be connected with external bar code readers
NuStreams-P5G and NuStreams-P9A’s hardware information, such as fan speed and system
temperature, is available and can be checked
LCD screen for displaying test results and related statistics
1.3. NuPAD Overview
Built to be light and easy-to-handle, NuStreams-P5G and
NuStreams-P9A are both designed to meet the needs of
production lines. However, considering the buttons on
NuStreams-P5G/P9A might be too small to operate, an
optional keypad NuPAD is available to solve this
inconvenience.
NuPAD is an optional keypad with intuitive platforms and
easy-to-use buttons, and can be connected to
NuStreams-P5G or NuStreams-P9A in mass production line.
Although possessing no configuration functions, the lighter and smaller NuPAD provides 3 big, durable
buttons (RUN 1~3) for users to operate the test procedure easily without touching configuration buttons
on the top panel of NuStreams-P5G and NuStreams-P9A.
NuPAD KEY ADVANTAGES
Simple, easy to operate, performing tests fast
Easy for maintenance. If NuPAD malfunctions, there’s no need to fix/replace the NuStreams-P5G/P9A
that’s connected to it
Intuitive Buttons for production crews to verify test results fast

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2. NuStreams-P5G & NuStreams-P9A Function Overview
2.1. Interface Ports
2.1.1. NuStreams-P5G Interface Ports
Ports Description
A
Console Port
38400 bps RJ45 Console Port for connecting NuStreams-P5G and NuPAD
B
USB Port
Standard Type A USB Port
C
Power Jack
DC 12 V Power Jack
D
Management Port
100 Mbps RJ45 Management Port for connecting NuStreams-P5G and PC
E
WAN Port*
10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet RJ45 WAN Port ×1
F
Switch Port 1~4
10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet RJ45 Switch/LAN Ports ×4
*The WAN Port serves as Switch Port 5 when performing Network Switch Test.
2.1.2. NuStreams-P9A Interface Ports
Ports Description
A
Console Port
38400 bps RJ45 Console Port for connecting NuStreams-P9A and NuPAD
B
Mini USB Port
Standard Type A USB Port
C
WAN Port*
10/100 Mbps Ethernet RJ45 WAN Port ×1
D
Power Jack
DC 12 V Power Jack
E
Switch Port 0~7
10/100 Mbps Ethernet RJ45 Switch/LAN Ports ×8

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2.2. Front Panel –LCD & LEDs
2.2.1. NuStreams-P5G Front Panel –LCD & LEDs
LCD & LEDs Descriptions
LCD
A
LCD Display
Screen
Test Start Time
Packets Received
Test End Time
Error Packets
Packets Transmitted
Test Fail/Pass
Throughput (packets/second) base on pre-defined allowable tolerance
LEDs
B
System Status
Power
SYS
USB
C
Test Status
Pause: Current running
test paused
Run 1/2/3: Test Task of Run 1/2/3 is
running
D
WAN Type
Static IP
DHCP
PPPoE
E
Test Status
Pass: DUT Test Pass
Fail: DUT Test Fail
F
Router
(LAN ↔WAN)
NuStreams-P5G is set to test Broadband Router.
G
Test Step Status
Test starts from Step 1 to Step 4
1. Link Status Test
3. Test Starts
2. Auto Negotiation Connection Test
4. Test Finished
H
Switch (SW 2~5)
NuStreams-P5G is set to test Switch. LED 2~5 indicates the number of
ports used.
I
LAN Ports (1~5)
Status
Reserve
Link/ACT
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2.2.2. NuStreams-P9A Front Panel –LCD & LEDs
LCD & LEDs Descriptions
LCD
A
4 x 20 characters LCD that display system information, status, and menu
LEDs
B
System
Power: Power ON
SYS:System ready
USB:USB connection status
C
WAN
Link/Act: Connected with
DUT WAN port
10M: 10 Mbps
connection linked
100M: 100 Mbps connection
linked
Static IP: Using static IP
as router WAN connection
DHCP: Using DHCP as
router WAN connection
D
Test
Pass: DUT passes the test
Fail: DUT does not pass the test
E
Hotkey
|| Pause: Pause current running test
►Run 2: Test Task of Run 2 is running
►Run 1: Test Task of Run 1 is running
►Run 3: Test Task of Run 3 is running
F
LAN
Link/ACT
NuStreams-P9A’s LAN ports are connected to DUT’s (switch or router) LAN ports. LAN
LED 0~7 will be on accordingly
G
STEP
NuStreams-P9A’s testing process includes 4 steps. STEP LED 1~4 will show the testing
process accordingly