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Problem: Time-Sensitive Networked Applications are Difficult to Validate
Time-synchronized testing is critical for many emerging network technologies such as datacenter network, audio/video bridging (AVB), time-sensitive networking (TSN), industrial automation, and Internet of things (IoT). All of these network applications require a very accurate awareness of time, which is best achieved by using an industry-standard time reference such as Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
Solution: Precision Time- Synchronized Testing
Ixia’s Metronome is a precision test instrument that seamlessly integrates with Ixia test solutions to enable large-scale, time-synchronized testing of complex networks.
Metronome enables devices under test (DUT) and an IxNetwork test system to use the same time reference. It enables large-scale time-synchronized testing using up to 8 directly connected Ixia chassis in the Single Level Topology. For even larger scale and extended distance, the Distribute GPS Topology allows time-synchronized testing limited only by GPS. If massive scale is required, the Metronome-STAR topology can be used for up to 48 AresONE connected in a synchronization system. Metronome and Metronome Timing System Extender together provide connection and distance flexibility between Metronome and the attached chassis.
Highlights
• Perform complex, time-synchronized testing for:
- Synchronized IxNetwork testing
- Large-scale data center test using RFC 2544/2889/3918
• Accept industry standard timing inputs enabling a single timing reference
• Leverage robust connection guidelines allowing for widespread node placement
Key Features
• Seamless integration with Ixia’s IxNetwork and IxExplorer
• Large-scale testing with synchronized timing
• Scalable time distribution platform
• Support for industry-standard timing inputs
• Robust connection guidelines allowing for widespread placement of chassis
• Flexible topologies that allow massive scale testing
• Any combination of XGS Chassis, AresONE and Novus ONE PLUS allowed
Metronome Timing System Extender
The Metronome Timing System Extender (MTSx) works in conjunction with the Metronome and the Ixia chassis to provide connection flexibility, which allows up to 200m between chassis and Metronome. This provides up to 400m between chassis in a single Metronome system. One MTSx is required for each chassis.
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Details |
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Ixia Chassis Support |
• XGS12-SD • XGS12-SDL • XGS12-HSL • XGS2-SD • XGS2-SDL • XGS2-HSL • AresONE • Novus ONE PLUS |
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IxOS Support |
IxOS/IxNetwork Version 9.00 supports any combination of XGS- XGSSD, XGS-SDL, AresONE and Novus ONE PLUS |
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Output Ports |
• 8 Timing ports allowing connection to Ixia Chassis or additional MTS • 1 Management Port • 4 BNC Ports |
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Metronome Level 1 Systems Supported |
Up to 8 XGS, AresONE or Novus ONE PLUS |
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Metronome-STAR Level 2 Systems Supported |
Up to 48 AresONE or a mix of XGS, AresONE and Novus ONE PLUS (see manual for restrictions and configuration guide) |
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Input Ports |
• GPS – SMA male 50 ohm • 4 BNC • RS422-TOD+1PPS (CMCC format) • 1 Management Port |
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Clock Inputs/Sources |
• GPS • Internal OCXO Metronome Clock • BNC • RS422-TOD+1PPS (CMCC format) |
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User Interface |
• Remote monitoring and control via 10/100/1000 RJ45 Ethernet port • Intuitive and interactive web GUI interface • RESTful API allows test automation and complete control of all functionality programmatically • The following browsers and versions are supported - Internet Explorer version 11 or higher - Mozilla Firefox version 24 or higher - Chrome Version 50.0.2661.102 m |
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Cable Lengths Supported – MTS to MTSx |
MTS to MTS Extender distance Cable Type Standard Lengths |
2m - 200m max Metronome Sync Cable (zero skew video cable) 5m / 50m / 200m |
Cable Lengths Supported – Chassis to MTSx |
MTS Extender to Chassis distance Cable Type |
6 feet Note: 2 cables included in each MTSx Metronome Extender Sync Cable |
Metronome Chassis |
• Rack-mount and desktop-mounting hardware included • 1U rack-mountable • Dimensions: 1U - 1.73 x 17.3 x 12.25 in (4.6 x 43.9 x 31.1 cm) • Weight: 10lb. (4.54 kg) • Thermal - Operating temperature: 0° to 40° C (32 to 104° F) - Operating humidity: 10 to 85% (RH), non-condensing - Storage temperature: –40°C to 70°C (-40 to 158 F) - Storage humidity: 5 to 95% (RH), non-condensing • Input power (internal AC/DC converter) - Input voltage: 100-240VAC - Input frequency: 47-63Hz • Max. power consumption: 100W (typical), 175 (max) • Internal power supply |
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Metronome Extender Chassis |
• Rack mount and desktop mounting hardware included • 1U rack-mountable • Dimensions: 1U - 1.63 x 7.38 x 6.25 in (4.1 x 18.7 x 15.9 cm) • Weight: 2.3 lbs (1.04kg) • Thermal - Operating temperature: 0° to 40° C (32 to 104° F) - Operating humidity: 10 to 85% (RH), non-condensing - Storage temperature: –40°C to 70°C (-40 to 158 F) - Storage humidity: 5 to 95% (RH), non-condensing • Input power (internal AC/DC converter) - Input voltage: 100-240VAC - Input frequency: 47-63Hz • Maximum power consumption: 100W (typical), 175 (max) • Internal power supply |
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Regulatory Approvals |
• CE • UL 60950-1, 2nd Edition • FCC Class A • ROHS compliant • UL File #: E255262 |
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