IxN2X: Specifications
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System Configuration
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Base Software: Packets and Protocols ApplicationThe IxN2X Packets and Protocols application enables the IxN2X to verify the traffic forwarding performance, protocol scalability and service delivering capabilities of switching and routing devices. The IxN2X Packets and Protocols application consists of the following software components:
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- Enables the most advanced features for flexible multi-port traffic generation and analysis on the IxN2X Packets and Protocols application |
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AutomationIxN2X QuickTests automate common test scenarios for validating router and network performance. IxN2X ships with over one hundred tests scripts which reflect test plans published in the Journal of Internet Test Methodologies. Tests include:
Test ComposerThe Test Composer automation framework allows you to build and execute test suites with no knowledge of IxN2X's programming interface. Its point-and-click scripting capability is easy to learn, reducing the time required to automate your test bed, and enabling easy scheduling of overnight test runs. Test Composer configures your device(s) under test, as well as your IxN2X test system, and collects results from all test components to determine whether the test passed or failed. |
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Conformance Test SuitesThe IxN2X protocol conformance solution incorporates a unique Test Manager with industry-leading usability and reporting features. The Test Manager reduces test cycle time through rapid result diagnosis and problem isolation. The tree-based test suite configuration, dynamic graphical protocol sequence diagram and comprehensive reporting features of the IxN2X Conformance Test Manager simplify testing. Combined with granular test result evaluation (pass, conditional pass, inconclusive and fail), detailed packet decodes and filtering capabilities accelerate resolution of test case errors. Available suites include:
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Productivity ApplicationsIxN2X Productivity Applications are turnkey solutions designed to simplify and accelerate testing of complex scenarios and deliver faster time-to-insight. These applications focus on validating the performance and scalability characteristics of next generation network infrastructure and services. IPTV Quality of Experience ApplicationThe N2X IPTV Quality of Experience solution offers service providers and equipment manufacturers a powerful application to accurately validate IPTV service quality for each and every subscriber under real-world conditions.
High Availability Productivity ApplicationIndustry's first dedicated High Availability application designed to simplify and accelerate the testing of network reliability. Setup Multicast VPN Productivity ApplicationSimplify and accelerate testing of complex Multicast VPN test scenarios by rapidly creating realistic emulated network topologies. |
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IxN2X Chassis
IxN2X 2-slot Portable Chassis
The chassis provides a convenient platform for testing scenarios where portability or small size is a factor. Two different card types can be configured simultaneously allowing for test scenarios that use a combination of port types.IxN2X 4-slot Chassis
The chassis provides a small, flexible platform that can be either mounted in a standard 19" rack or stacked on a bench top. It can accommodate up to 4 test cards, providing added flexibility in system configuration.IxN2X 4-slot Chassis with ext BITS / MTS clock input
This version of the 4-slot chassis has the capability to synchronize the transmit clock on all the IxN2X XM test cards in a system to a common source. Users have a choice of four external reference clock inputs for synchronization:- 1.544 Mb/s BITS
- 2.048 Mb/s MTS
- 2.048 MHz
- 10 MHz
Key Features
- Hot-swappable test cards Cards can be swapped between chassis while the system is powered, allowing cards to be added or removed without interrupting another user's test run.
- Multi-user, remotely accessible Multiple users can access a single chassis, each controlling their own set of test ports within the chassis. The test system is remotely accessible via the on-board application programming interface.
- Support for SONET/SDH, POS, ATM, Ethernet, and Frame Relay interfaces The Ixia IxN2X solution provides support for SONET/SDH (OC-3/12/48 & OC-192), POS (OC-3c to OC-768c), ATM (OC-3c & OC-12c, Ethernet (10 Mb/s to 10Gb/s), and Frame Relay (OC-3c to OC-48c).
- Daisy-chain up to 60 chassis, time synchronized to 10 ns Up to 60 chassis, or 3 full test racks, can be daisy chained and synchronized to 10 ns for large scale testing
Mechanical & Electrical Specifications
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| Test card slots | 2 and 4 |
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| Location | Indoor use only Altitude up to 2000m |
| Operating temperature | 5 ° C to 40 ° C |
| Storage temperature | -40 °C to 70 °C |
| Cooling requirements | Air vents must remain unobstructed (minimum clearance 3 inches/7.62 cm). Inlet air temperature must not exceed the operating temperature limits. |
| Humidity | Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31°C decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C - non-condensing |
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| Power | On/Off Rocker Switch |
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| Power | Male AC power receptacle |
| MDI | RJ-45. 100 Mb/s Ethernet (to PC controller or previous chassis) |
| MDI-X | RJ-45. 100 Mb/s Ethernet (to next chassis) |
| Daisy-chain Out | Male D-shell. Event/clock connections to next chassis |
| Daisy-chain In | Male D-shell. Event/clock connections from previous chassis |
| External Trigger In |
Female BNC. Trigger input from external device. Only one external reference clock source should be applied to the rear panel at any given time. In response to the fault condition where more than one clock source is introduced during operation the chassis will lock to the first valid signal presented. If more than one signal is present at re-boot the chassis will lock using the following order of preference:
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| External Trigger Out | Female BNC. Trigger output to external device. |
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| LINK | Ethernet Link |
| ACT | Ethernet Activity |
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| Test cards | IxN2X test cards do not require calibration. |
| Chassis | IxN2X 2-Slot and 4-Slot chassis need to be calibrated every 8 years. |
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| Optical Safety (when fitted with optical interfaces/blades) | Complies with IEC 60825/CDRH Class 1, and 21 CFR 1040 - Class 1 Laser Products |
System Controllers
A choice of system controllers is available to suit individual performance requirements. An Ethernet switch is required for system controllers that will connect to more than one IxN2X chassis (or XM chassis for FUSION-enabled IxN2X test systems). Customers can choose either an 8-port or a 24-port Ethernet system switch.
Controller Options
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Unified Application Controller (941-0021) Recommended for lab environments, allowing multiple users to be remotely connected from their desks or homes. Powerful processor and increased memory supports large-scale port and protocol scalability, suitable for intense stress tests and complex configurations. A single system can support up to 15 concurrent user test sessions using Terminal Services (Remote Desktop Connections)*. Simultaneous operation as IxN2X Controller and Ixia Application Server; for IxN2X application, may be used with the IxN2X N5540A 2-Slot Portable Chassis (971-0100), IxN2X N5541A 4-Slot Chassis (971-0101), or IxN2X N5542A 4-Slot Chassis w/BITS/MTS Clock Input (971-0102). Additional Terminal Server Licenses are available as a separately purchased item (943-0009). |
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Unified Laptop Application Controller (941-0043) Ideal for those who require portability but do not need remote multi-user access. Used for small-to-medium-scale functional and stress tests. A single system can support 1 user test session. Simultaneous operation as IxN2X Controller and Ixia Application Server; for IxN2X application, may be used with the IxN2X N5540A 2-Slot Portable Chassis (971-0100), IxN2X N5541A 4-Slot Chassis (971-0101), or IxN2X N5542A 4-Slot Chassis w/BITS/MTS Clock Input (971-0102). |
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*System performance on a per-client basis is proportional to the number of concurrent users and intensity of tests being performed by each user. For more information, contact your Ixia representative for further details on how to optimize test setup.
Recommended Session & Port Limits
The following session configurations have been tested and verified to perform within the hardware and software limitations. These specifications apply to the unified application server in a multi-user environment. Performance and scalability of individual configurations may vary.
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Max Port per IxN2X Test Session |
50 | 100 | 120 |
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100 | 120 | 160 |
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IxN2X Test Sessions per Unified Controller |
Up to 2 | Up to 6 | Up to 10 |
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| Traffic | Max Port/IxN2X Test Session | Max Port/ Unified Controller | IxN2X Test Session/Unified Controller |
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| Traffic Only | 200 | 200 | Up to 15 |
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Max Port per IxN2X Test Session |
50 | 20 | 16 |
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Max Port per Unified Controller |
100 | 120 | 160 |
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IxN2X Test Sessions per Unified Controller |
Up to 2 | Up to 6 | Up to 10 |
| Per Test Session Protocol Emulation Configuration | 768k subscriber sessions* (mix of single and dual-stack PPP, DHCP, L2TP) using 50 ports | 200k subscriber sessions* (mix of single and dual-stack PPP, DHCP, L2TP) using 20 ports | 160k subscriber sessions* (mix of single and dual-stack PPP, DHCP, L2TP) using 16 ports |
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**Certain protocols may have per port session limits lower than the overall session limit listed. These protocols may be combined with other protocols to achieve the full session limit.
Test Cards
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IxN2X XR-2 Routing Test Cards
IxN2X XR-2 Test Cards are next generation test cards designed for high scale testing. The XR-2 boasts a CPU per port architecture that enables multi-user operation down to the individual port level.
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IxN2X XS Scalable Test Cards
The XS is a high performance test card optimized to deliver the highest protocol emulation scalability for network stress-testing. |
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IxN2X XS-2 Scalable Test Cards
The XS series are high performance test cards optimized to deliver highest protocol emulation scalability for network stress testing. XS test cards offer double the routing protocol scalability of the XR series. The XS-2 boasts a CPU per port architecture that enables multi-user operation down to the individual port level. |
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FUSION-enabled Ixia XM Chassis Load ModulesUnder Ixia's FUSION program, FUSION-enabled load modules are capable of running IxN2X™ applications as well as IxNetwork™, IxLoad™, and other Ixia applications.
IxN2X systems and Ixia systems can be used in a single configuration with the simple addition of a specially-designed timing distribution module. The IxN2X user interface automatically recognizes Ixia FUSION load modules as additional ports available for test, making integration seamless. Existing scripts and saved configurations can be immediately used, saving time on test setup. |
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End of Life Product Archive
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IxN2X Hardware End of Life Product Listing
Please visit Ixia's End-of-Life Policy for more information regarding Ixia’s policy on end of life. For a complete list and information on IxN2X products that have either gone to end-of-life, or been announced as going to end-of-life with the effective dates, please visit: |
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