Fluke AT 2000, AT 1000 User Manual

LinkRunner™ AT 1000/2000

January 2012

© 2012 Fluke Corporation.
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

Network Auto-Tester

Users Manual

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Contents

Title Page

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................................... 1

Registering Your Product ..................................................................................................................................................... 1

The Fluke Networks Knowledge Base ................................................................................................................................. 1

Contact Fluke Networks ....................................................................................................................................................... 2

Safety Information ................................................................................................................................................................ 2

Unpacking ............................................................................................................................................................................. 3

LR-AT (1000 and 2000 Models) ..................................................................................................................................... 3

Cleaning the Tester ........................................................................................................................................................ 3

Physical Features ................................................................................................................................................................... 4

The Home Screen .................................................................................................................................................................. 6

Battery Charging and Life .................................................................................................................................................... 7

Common Questions LR-AT Can Solve ................................................................................................................................... 8

Saving a Report ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Set Up the Tester ................................................................................................................................................................... 11

IP Configuration ............................................................................................................................................................. 11

VLAN/MAC Configuration ............................................................................................................................................. 12

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AutoTest Configuration .................................................................................................................................................12

PoE Configuration .......................................................................................................................................................... 13

Connect Configuration ..................................................................................................................................................13

General Configuration ................................................................................................................................................... 14

Reflector Configuration (LR-AT 2000 Model) ............................................................................................................... 14

LinkRunner Information ................................................................................................................................................ 15

Manage Files ................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Restore Factory Defaults ................................................................................................................................................17

Firmware Update ........................................................................................................................................................... 18

Transfer Saved Profiles to/from LinkRunner Manager ................................................................................................ 19

Set Language .................................................................................................................................................................. 19

Using AutoTest, Switch, and Cable Test ...............................................................................................................................19

Using AutoTest ............................................................................................................................................................... 19

Using the Nearest Switch Test ....................................................................................................................................... 21

Using the Cable Test ...................................................................................................................................................... 21

Using PoE Feature ..........................................................................................................................................................22

Using the Reflector Feature (LR-AT 2000 only) ............................................................................................................ 23

Using the Fiber Connection ........................................................................................................................................... 23

Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................................................... 24

Options and Accessories ........................................................................................................................................................25

Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................................... 26

Environmental Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 26

General Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................27

LinkRunner Manager Software .....................................................................................................................................28

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List of Figures

Figure Page

1. Physical Features ................................................................................................................................................... 4

2. The Home Screen ................................................................................................................................................. 6

3. How to Remove the Battery.................................................................................................................................7

4. Tools Menu............................................................................................................................................................11

5. IP Configuration Screen........................................................................................................................................ 11

6. VLAN/MAC Configuration Screen ........................................................................................................................12

7. AutoTest Configuration Screen............................................................................................................................12

8. PoE Configuration Screen.....................................................................................................................................13

9. Connect Configuration Screen............................................................................................................................. 13

10. General Configuration Screen..............................................................................................................................14

11. Reflector Settings Screen...................................................................................................................................... 14

12. Reflector Default Configuration Screen..............................................................................................................15

13. LinkRunner Information Screen ...........................................................................................................................16

14. AutoTest Configuration Screen............................................................................................................................ 20

15. AutoTest Results Screen........................................................................................................................................20

16. Expanding Test Results .........................................................................................................................................20

17. Nearest Switch Results .......................................................................................................................................... 21

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18. Cable Test Results..................................................................................................................................................21

19. TruePowerTM Disabled PoE AutoTest Results .......................................................................................................22

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20. TruePower

Disabled PoE Switch Results ...........................................................................................................22

21. TruePowerTM Enabled PoE AutoTest Results ........................................................................................................23

22. TruePowerTMEnabled Poe Switch Results .............................................................................................................23

23. Fiber Connected Switch Results............................................................................................................................24

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Network Auto-Tester

Introduction

LinkRunner AT 1000/2000 Network Auto-Tester enables you
to quickly verify Ethernet copper and fiber (2000 model
only) cables, network connectivity and availability. In
addition, the tester can be used for identifying the network
device to which it is connected. It identifies PoE ports,
provides a Report generating function, and can serve as a
packet reflector for Fluke Networks performance tests. You
can also transfer and view reports on LinkRunner Manager.

LinkRunner AT 1000/2000 Network Auto-Tester is hereafter
referred to as the LR-AT.

Registering Your Product

Registering your product with Fluke Networks gives you
access to valuable information on product updates,
troubleshooting procedures, and other services. To register,
fill out the online form on the Fluke Networks website at

www.flukenetworks.com/registration.

The Fluke Networks Knowledge Base

The Fluke Networks Knowledge Base gives answers to
common questions about Fluke Networks products and
includes information on technology and procedures for
network and cable tests. To see the Knowledge Base, go to

www.flukenetworks.com, then click Support > Knowledge

Base.

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Contact Fluke Networks

www.flukenetworks.com

[e-mail]
[phone]

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Australia: 61 (2) 8850-3333 or 61 (3) 9329 0244

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Beijing: 86 (10) 6512-3435

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Brazil: 11 3759 7600

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Canada: 1-800-363-5853

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Europe: [phone]

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Hong Kong: 852 2721-3228

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Japan: 03-6714-3117

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Korea: 82 2 539-6311

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Singapore: [phone]

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Taiwan: (886) 2-227-83199

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USA: 1-800-283-5853

For more phone numbers, go to our website.

Safety Information

Table 1 gives descriptions of the safety symbols used on the
tester and in this manual.

Table 1.

NOT FOR CONNECTION TO PUBLIC TELEPHONE

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SYSTEMS
Warning or Caution: risk of damage to or

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destruction of equipment or software. See
explanations in the manual.

CANADIAN STANDARDS ASSOCIATION CERTIFIED

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TO CANADIAN AND US STANDARDS

Meets Australia EMC Requirements.

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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. DO NOT LOOK INTO

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LASER

Warning: Risk of electrical shock.

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Do not put products that contain circuit boards
into waste containers. Refer to local regulations for

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sposal procedures.

Safety Symbols

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Unpacking

WWarningX

Use only the ac adapter provided to charge the
battery.

WWarnings

To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury,
follow these guidelines:

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Do not use this product if it is damaged. Before
using the product, inspect the case. Look for
cracked or missing plastic.



Do not operate the product around explosive gas,
vapor or dust.

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No serviceable parts.

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Do not try to service.

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If this product is used in a manner not specified by
the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
product may be impaired.

Warning Class 1 Laser Product

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With an optional SFP fiber adapter installed, this
product will contain a Class 1 laser. Do not look
into the laser port because this may cause eye
injury.

WCautions

Use the proper terminals and cable for all
connections.

Unpacking

The LinkRunner AT tester comes with the accessories in the
list below. If something is damaged or missing, tell the
dealer where you purchased the product.

LR-AT (1000 and 2000 Models)

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LinkRunner with rechargeable battery pack

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AC adapter

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USB cable

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Carrying case

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Startup sheet

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LinkRunner Manager Software and Manuals CD

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WireViewTM Office Locator #1 (LR-AT 2000 only)

Cleaning the Tester

To clean the display, use lens cleaner and a soft, lint-free
cloth. To clean the case, use a soft cloth that is moist with
water or a weak soap.

WCaution

To prevent damage to the display or the case, do not use
solvents or abrasive materials.

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Physical Features

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Figure 1. Physical Features

Physical Features

 On/off key.
 Makes a selection on the screen.
 Shows the previous screen.
 Softkeys. The function of the softkey is shown above the

key.

 Cable test wire mapping input. Connect the cable from

the top Ethernet port to this port to view the wire map
details.

 Ethernet 10/100/1000BASE-X port.
 Fiber port. Use one of the many supported SFP adapters

to connect to the network.

 Tx/Rx - The LED blinks when the tester transmits and

receives data.

 The LED is on when the tester is linked to the network.

 Full-color LCD.
 Softkeys. The function of the softkey is shown above the

key.

 Shows the Home screen.

 O: Clears the current measurement data. P: Saves the

current measurements data into a report file which can
be transferred to the LinkRunner Manager PC
application and viewed/printed.

 Navigation keys. The outer ring of keys (four) perform

the left/right and up/down screen navigation.

 Connector for the ac adapter.
 USB port for connection to a PC.
 Kensington lock slot.
 Screw for the battery pack.
 The LED turns on when you connect the ac adapter. The

LED is red when the battery is charging and green when
the battery is fully charged.

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The Home Screen

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Figure 2. The Home Screen

Shows the battery status. When the battery
charge is low, the icon blinks. Connect the ac
adapter to charge the battery and to make
sure the tester continues to operate.

Shows that the ac adap

Shows that the USB interface is connected.

ter is connected.

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 Switch: Shows the advertised and actual link, PoE

measurements, nearest switch with its name, type, IP
address, port, slot, and VLAN information.

 Cable: When the cable is connected un-terminated or is

connected to a WireView
information or wire mapping information. This can also
be used to locate a cable with the optional IntelliTone
probe.

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Office Locator, it shows cable

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 The name of the tester profile. A profile contains the

tester configuration settings. The default name is
“Untitled”. The name shows an asterisk to the right of
the name if you have changed a setting on the tester
since you loaded or saved the profile.

 AutoTest: Use Autotest to Ping and connect to selected

targets. Up to 10 targets can be entered as a URL or IPv4/
IPv6 address along with the optional port number.
When no port is specified, a Ping is performed. When
the port is specified, a TCP SYN/ACK is performed. This is
also referred to as a TCP Connectivity test.

 Tools lets you manage files and settings.
 Link established indicator.
 Displays the link speed and duplex mode.

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 Displays the connection type: PoE , 802.1x , fiber

. For 802.1x, a green lock indicates authentication
passed, yellow indicates it is not needed, and a red
closed lock indicates i

t failed authentication.

Battery Charging and Life

To charge the battery, connect the ac adapter to the battery
connector (see Figure 1). You can use the tester while you
charge the battery.

Figure 3 shows how to replace the battery.

When the tester is off, the battery charges in approximately
3 hours.

Note

The battery will not charge if the internal
temperature of the tester is above

The battery life is approximately 6 hours during typical
operation. An icon in the upper-left corner of the screen
shows the battery status.

113ºF (45ºC).

Battery Charging and Life

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Figure 3. How to Remove the Battery

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Common Questions LR-AT Can Solve

First connect an RJ-45 or fiber cable (2000 model only) from
the network hub or wall plate to the LinkRunner AT RJ-45
LAN or fiber port. Check the following list of questions and
associated answers to see how LinkRunner AT can help you
get the job done.

Common Questions

Q > Is this a good RJ45 Ethernet cable?
A > Use Cable testing and the built in wiremap for patch

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cables, or an external Wireview

Q > Am I receiving a good fiber signal?
A > Connect to your network via a SFP adapter and
validate the signal strength and link in the Switch
screen.

Q >Where does this RJ45 cable go?
A >Use the Cable test toner function, Switch > Flash
Port function, or Switch discovery protocol.

Office Locator.

Q > Is this cable hooked up to anything?
A > Select Switch to identify an open cable, an active
link, an un-powered network device or telephone
voltage.

Q > Does this RJ45 drop support PoE?
A > Use Tools to specify the desired PoE power class and
use Switch or AutoTest to verify the power under load
up to 25.5W (802.3at).

Q > What speed/duplex is this device configured for?
A > Use Switch to check the advertised and actual
speed/duplex. Additionally, use Tools to tests for manual
(non-Auto Negotiated) speed/duplex.

Q > Can I see traffic from this connection?
A > Observe the utilization LED blinking to see network
traffic.

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Common Questions LR-AT Can Solve

Q> Can I connect in a MAC access control environment?
A> Use Tools > VLAN/MAC to specify a user defined
MAC address.

Q > Do I have network connectivity?
A > Select AutoTest to validate key network services
(DHCP, DNS, Router).

Q > Can I get an IPv4 DHCP address?
A > Select AutoTest. Select DHCP (or enter a static IP
address) in the Tools > IP Configuration menu.

Q> Can I get an IPv6 address?
A > Enable IPv6 in Tools > IP Configuration. Use
AutoTest to observer the acquired IPv6 link-local and
global address.

Q > Can I PING?
A > Select AutoTest. Configure an address to Ping under
Tools > AutoTest Configuration.

Q> Can I verify application connectivity?
A > Select AutoTest. Configure an address and
application port (e.g. port 80 for web/HTTP) under Tools
> AutoTest Configuration.

Q > Can I use it for throughput testing?
A> Use the Reflector tool (setup under Tools - only
available on LR-AT 2000 model).

Q > Can I connect to an 802.1X port?
A > Use the Tools > Connect Configuration screen to
enable 802.1X. Also, use the LinkRunner Manager PC
application (select Tools > General Information to
enable 802.1X and set up security).

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Saving a Report

You can save the current measurement data the tester has
collected into a report that can be viewed and printed
through the LinkRunner Manager PC application. This
information includes:



AutoTest results



Switch results



Cable test results

Note

The LR-AT 1000 model can save up to 10 reports.
The LR-AT 2000 model can save up to 50 reports.

To save the measurement data collected on the tester:

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Press P. The tester shows a default filename at the
bottom of the screen.



To save the data with the filename shown, press 
Save. The tester saves the data into a report file.



To overwrite a report that is saved on the tester,
highlight the report, press L, press  Save, then
press  OK.



To change the filename, press  Edit.

Note

Report names can have a maximum of 12
characters. The extension LRS is appended when
the file is saved to your PC through the LinkRunner
Manager PC application.



To delete characters in the filename, press 
Backspace.



To add characters to the filename, use    to
highlight a character, then press L.



To move the cursor in the filename, highlight the
filename, then press  .



To save the report with the edited filename, press

 Save, then press  Save.

To view the report, open it in LinkRunner Manager. Refer to
the LinkRunner Manager help for instructions.

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Set Up the Tester

To change settings on the tester, select Tools from the home
screen.

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Figure 4. Tools Menu

IP Configuration

Select Tools > IP Configuration.

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Figure 5. IP Configuration Screen

This screen allows you to enter an IPv4 address or use a
DHCP address (default). It also allows you to enable IPv6
addressing (LR-AT 2000 only). LR-AT uses the IP address
during AutoTest. During AutoTest, the LR-AT is required to
connect to the network for Ping and TCP Connectivity
testing.

At no other time, does the LR-AT connect to the network
using IP addressing. This applies to the Switch and Cable
test screens.

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VLAN/MAC Configuration

Select Tools > VLAN/MAC Configuration.

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Figure 6. VLAN/MAC Configuration Screen

This screen allows you to enable and enter the VLAN IP and
its Priority level. By un-checking the VLAN check box, the
VLAN capability is disabled.

This screen also allows you to enable and enter a user
defined MAC address. By un-checking the Enable User
Defined MAC check box, the LR-AT reverts back to the
factory default MAC address.

AutoTest Configuration

Select Tools > AutoTest Configuration.

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Figure 7. AutoTest Configuration Screen

This screen allows you to enter up to ten key device
addresses
address, URL, or DNS name. If no port is specified, AutoTest
will perform an ICMP Ping test to that address. If a port is
specified, AutoTest will perform a TCP Connectivity test
(SYN/ACK).

The Continuous Mode check box allows the test to run
continuously (checked) or one time (un-checked). When
you exit the AutoTest screen, the test is stopped.

(Targets) to test connectivity. You may enter an IP

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PoE Configuration

Select Tools > PoE Configuration.

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Figure 8. PoE Configuration Screen

By default, PoE is disabled. This screen allows you to enable/
disable PoE dete

ction, Enable TruePower
for detection. If you enable PoE and select Class 4 (25.5W),
you can also enable LLDP Negotiation so that PoE is only
reported if that criteria is met.

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PoE TruePower
TruePower

is only available on the LR-AT 2000 model.

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puts a load on the PoE device and gives an
accurate measurement on whether the device supports the
Class selected.

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, and set the Class

Connect Configuration

Select Tools > Connect Configuration.

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Figure 9. Connect Configuration Screen

This screen allows you to enable 802.1x Authentication and
set the speed/Duplex.

For 802.1x Authentication, if a certificate is required, you
must transfer it from your PC using the LinkRunner
Manager PC application provided with LR-AT. Only one
certificate can be installed on a LR-AT at a time.

For Speed & Duplex, Auto is the default and recommended
configuration. 10 HDX is 10 Mbps half duplex, 1000 FDX is
1000 Mbps full duplex.

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General Configuration

Select Tools > General Configuration.

Figure 10. General Configuration Screen

This screen allows you to set the units for the Cable test
screen, Manage Power (10 minute automatic shutoff ­default), and set the time/date.

Reflector Configuration (LR-AT 2000 Model)

This screen is used to configure the LR-AT 2000 for remote
access to Fluke Networks EtherScope Network Assistant,
MetroScope Service Provider, and OptiView Analyzer’s
throughput performance tests.

Note

The LR-AT 2000 can reflect jumbo frame sizes up to
9600 bytes.

Select Tools > Reflector. The default or pre-configured
Reflector settings are displayed below

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Figure 11. Reflector Settings Screen

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Select Configure.

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Figure 12. Reflector Default Configuration Screen

The LR-AT 2000 must to be configured to:

MAC + Fluke - This filter setting allows the LR-AT 2000 to
only reflect packets when the destination MAC address
field matches the LR-AT 2000's own MAC address and Fluke
payload.

MAC + IP - This swap setting allows the LR-AT 2000 to swap
the source and destination MAC and IP addresses for
packets that are reflected back to the analyzer.

Note

Any other Reflector setting may cause undesired

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LinkRunner Information

Select Tools > LinkRunner Information.

This screen displays the following LR-AT product
information:

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Serial Number: The serial number is also shown under
the battery pack.

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MAC Address: Media Access Control address. The
unique address of the tester.



SW Version: The version of software in the tester.

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Build: The build number of the software version.

Note

An SFP SX fiber adapter was connected to the tester
in figure 13.

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Figure 13. LinkRunner Information Screen

Manage Files

Manage Files allows you to load a profile, save a profile,
save a report, rename a profile or report, or delete a profile
or a report.

You can save reports on the tester and transfer them to the
LinkRunner Manager PC application. Reports transferred to
LinkRunner Manager can be displayed and printed. Reports
contain the AutoTest, Switch, and Cable test results.

To Load a Profile

1

Select Tools > Manage files.

2

Select Load Profile.

3

Select a Profile from the list.

To Save a Profile

1

Select Tools > Manage files.

2

Select Save Profile. The current setting are now saved
to the profile filename shown at the bottom of the
screen. To change the filename, select

3

Select Save.

To Save a Report

1

Select Tools > Manage files.

2

Select Save Report. The current measurement data is
now saved to the report filename shown at the bottom
of the screen. To change the filename, select

3

Select Save or P.

Edit.

Edit.

Profiles contain the following tester information: IP, VLAN/
MAC, AutoTest, PoE, Connect, General, and Reflector
configurations. These settings can be modified in
LinkRunner Manager and on the tester.

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To re nam e a fi le

1

Select Tools > Manage files.

2

Select Rename file.

3

Highlight either the Report or Profile folder.

4

Highlight the file, then press L.

5

To edit the filename, press  Edit.



To delete characters in the filename, press 
Delete.



To add characters to the filename, use    to
highlight a character, then press L.



To move the cursor in the filename, highlight the
filename, then press

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To rename the file with the name you made, press 

Save, then press  Rename.

To delete a file
1

Select Tools > Manage files.

2

Select Delete file.

3

Highlight either the Report or Profile folder.

4

Highlight a file, then press L.

5

Press  Delete.

 .

Set Up the Tester

Restore Factory Defaults

Restores any configuration changes to the following
LinkRunner AT factory defaults.

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IP Configuration:
IPv4: DHCP
IPv6: Disabled

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VLAN/MAC Configuration:
VLAN: Disabled
VLAN ID: 0
Priority: 0
User Defined MAC: Disabled
MAC Address: Linkrunner MAC address

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AutoTest Configuration:
Continuous Mode: On
Target: none

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PoE Configuration:
Enable PoE: Disabled
Class: Class 1

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Connect Configuration:

802.1x: Disabled
Speed/Duplex: Auto

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General Configuration:
Cable Length Unit, Meters
Auto Shutoff, Enabled

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Set Language:
English

When you Select Restore Factory Defaults, you will be
prompted with a two popup. Select

The restore will be completed and the tester will turn off.

OK, then press L.

Firmware Update

1

Download the LinkRunner firmware update file from
the Fluke Networks website, or contact Fluke Networks
to get the update by other means. Save the file to your
hard disk.

2

Get the latest version of LinkRunner Manager from the
Fluke Networks website.

3

Start LinkRunner Manager on your PC.

4

Turn on the tester.

6

Use the USB cable supplied with the tester to connect
the tester to the PC.

7

In LinkRunner Manager, select LinkRunner > Update
Software.

8

Click Select, find and select the update file (.zip
extension), then click Select.

9

Click Update.

10

When the transfer is completed, disconnect the USB
cable from the tester.

11

The screen on the tester goes blank while it installs the
update file. When the update is completed, restart the
tester.

WCaution

Do not disconnect the LinkRunner from the PC or
remove the battery during the update.

5

Select Tools > Firmware Update > select 
Update.

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Using AutoTest, Switch, and Cable Test

Transfer Saved Profiles to/from LinkRunner Manager

Use LinkRunner Manager to view and configure the profiles
that are saved on the tester. To transfer profiles from the
tester to LinkRunner Manager:

1

Install the latest version of LinkRunner Manager
software on your PC. Start the software.

2

Turn on the tester.

3

Use the USB cable supplied with the tester to connect
the tester to the PC.

4

To see the profiles that are on the tester, select Tools >
Profile Manager from the LinkRunner Manager tool

bar. Profile names display under the LinkRunner Profile
Files pane.

5

Highlight a profile in this pane and select Transfer
from LinkRunner.

6

When you are done editing the profile, highlight it and
select Transfer to LinkRunner.

Set Language

To change the language displayed in all screens

1

Select Tools > Set Language.

2

Highlight a language and press  Save.

Using AutoTest, Switch, and Cable Test

Using AutoTest

AutoTest can test up to ten targets. These targets can be
local or off-net targets (devices). You can enter the IP
address or a DNS name. If you specify a target address
without specifying a port number, AutoTest will perform an
ICMP Ping to the target address. If you specify a port
number, AutoTest will perform a TCP Connectivity test (SYN/
ACK). See figures 14 and 15.

Select Tools > AutoTest Configuration and enter the
target address(s). Entering a port number is optional.

AutoTest will attempt to Ping/Connect to the target device
three times. If Continuous is selected, the test will run until
you exit the AutoTest screen.

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Figure 14. AutoTest Configuration Screen

Select AutoTest on the Home screen. AutoTest will run and
the test results should look similar to figure 15.

The nearest switch is discovered and its name, port, VLAN
ID, model, and IP address are displayed. Then the DHCP
server information is displayed. Finally, the Gateway and
DNS server(s) are displayed along with the target device(s).

Expand on each device to display the test results as shown
below.

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Figure 16. Expanding Test Results

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Figure 15. AutoTest Results Screen

Using AutoTest, Switch, and Cable Test

Using the Nearest Switch Test

The Switch test screen displays the nearest switch. The
nearest switch is discovered by locating the “port
advertisement” on the first few packets seen by LR-AT.

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Figure 17. Nearest Switch Results

Select Flash Port to stimulate the switch to flash the LED
on the port that the LR-AT is connected into. This can help
locate the switch port in the closet. Set the Flash Port flash
rate from slow to fast to differentiate from the other switch
port LED flash rates.

Using the Cable Test

There are three use models for using the Cable screen:



Connect a cable from the top LR-AT RJ-45 connector
into the side cable test RJ-45 connector to measure
length and wire mapping.



Connect an open cable (non-terminated) into the top
LR-AT RJ-45 connector and measure length. An un­terminated cable can also be traced using a Fluke
Networks IntelliTone tester and the Ton e function.



Connect a cable into the top LR-AT RJ-45 connector
and select To ne . Using a Fluke Networks IntelliTone
tester, you can trace the wire or locate it in the switch
closet.

Figure 18. Cable Test Results

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Using PoE Feature

PoE is disabled by default. To enable PoE, select Tools > PoE
Configuration, and check Enable PoE. Select the Class

you want to verify. If you have purchased the LR-AT 2000,
you can TruePower
in the Autotest and Switch tests.

When you select a PoE Class higher than the switch can
handle, LR-AT 2000 will provide the loaded results
indicating the switch can not handle this Class setting. The
LR-AT 1000 will display the unloaded results indicating
voltage and wattage selected.

The following example was tested on a Class 3 (13w) switch.
The tester PoE configuration was set to Class 4 (25w) with
TruePower

TM

Figure 19 displays the AutoTest results and Figure 20
displays the Switch results. Notice in the Autotest results,
the wire pair polarity, wattage requested and wattage
received, voltage and PSE type are given.

PSE is the Power Sourcing Equipment rating, Type 1
(12.95W - 15.40W) and Type 2 (25.5W - 34.20W).

TM

disabled.

test the Class. The results are displayed

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Figure 19. TruePowerTM Disabled PoE AutoTest Results

In the next example, the Switch results are shown with the
same setup, i.e., no load, Class 4 (25.5w).

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Figure 20. TruePowerTM Disabled PoE Switch Results

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Figure 21. TruePowerTM Enabled PoE AutoTest Results

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Figure 22. TruePowerTM Enabled Poe Switch Results

Using AutoTest, Switch, and Cable Test

Using the Reflector Feature (LR-AT 2000 only)

The Reflector feature allows the LR-AT 2000 to be used as a
remote device for Fluke Networks EtherScope Network
Assistant, MetroScope Service Provider, and the OptiView
Analyzer’s throughput performance tests.

See Reflector Configuration on page 14 for setting up this
feature. Once set up, the device can be used as the remote
responding device for throughput performance testing.
There is no start or stop, and no results are displayed on the
tester.

Using the Fiber Connection

Simply plug in the desired SFP adapter into the fiber port
on the top of the tester and connect the fiber cable to the
network. If both fiber and RJ-45 copper are connected to
the network, the copper connection has priority.

Figure 23 shows the Switch results through a fiber
connection with link, 1000 Mbps speed, full duplex, with a
signal strength of 7.35dBm.

Notice the switch was loaded down to
not support the selected Class.

5v indicating it does

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Figure 23. Fiber Connected Switch Results

Maintenance

WWarningX

To prevent possible fire, electrical shock, personal
injury, or damage to the tester:



Do not open the case. You cannot repair or replace
parts in the case.

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

If you replace parts that are not specified as
replacement parts, the warranty will not apply to
the product and you can make the product
dangerous to use.



Use only service centers that are approved by Fluke
Networks.



Use only replacement parts that are approved by
Fluke Networks.

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Options and Accessories

Table 2 shows options and accessories available for the
LinkRunner AT Tester. For a complete list of options and

accessories visit the Fluke Networks website at

www.flukenetworks.com.

Table 2. Options and Accessories

Option or Accessory Fluke Networks Model Number

Lithium ion battery pack for the LinkRunner tester WBP-LION

Adapter/charger for connection to an automobile cigarette lighter MS-Auto-Chg

AC adapter/charger, universal, 120-240 Vac DTX-ACUN

Options and Accessories

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Specifications

Environmental Specifications

Table 3. Environmental Specifications

Operating temperature

Operating relative humidity
(% RH wi

Storage temperature
Shock and vibration
Safety

Altitude
EMC
Certifications and compliance

thout condensation)

32ºF to 113ºF (0ºC to +45ºC)

90% (50ºF to 95ºF; 10ºC to 35ºC)
75% (95ºF to 113ºF; 35ºC to 45ºC)

-4ºF to 140ºF (-20ºC to +60ºC)

Random, 2 g, 5 Hz-500 Hz (Class 2) 1 m drop

EN 61010-1 2nd edition
EN/IEC 60825-1:2007, EN/IEC 60825-2:20

4,000 m; Storage: 12,000 m

FCC Part 15 Class A, EN 61326-1

PConforms to relevant European Union directives

Note

The battery will not charge if the internal temperature of the tester is
above 113ºF (45ºC).

04+ A1:2007 (LRAT-2000 only)

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Conforms to relevant Australian standards

Listed by the Canadian Standards Association

)

General Specifications

Specifications

Table 4. General Specifications

Media Access

Cable Test

Tone Generator

Ports

Dimensions

Weight

Battery

Battery life

External AC adapter/charger

Display

Keypad

LEDs

Host interface

10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T (IEEE-802.3) and Poe (IEEE 802.3at)

Pair lengths, opens, shorts, splits, crossed, straight through,

IntelliTone digital tone: [500 KHz]; analog tones: [400Hz,

RJ45 copper port

1000BASE-X fiber adapter port (2000 only)

3.5 in x 7.8 in x 1.9 in (8.9 cm x 19.8 cm x 4.8 cm)

18 oz (0.5 kg)

Removable, rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack (18.5 Watt-hrs)

Typical operating life is 6 hours. Typical charge time is 3 hours.

AC input 90-264 Vac 48-62 Hz input power 
DC output 15 Vdc at 1.2 amps

2.8 in color LCD (320 x 240 pixels)

12-key elastomeric

2 LEDs (transmit and link Indicators)

USB 5-pin mini-B

and cable ID

1KHz]

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LinkRunner Manager Software

Table 5. LinkRunner Manager Software

Supporting operating system

Processor

RAM

Hard disk

Display

Hardware

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Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 7

400 MHz Pentium processor or equivalent (minimum);

1 GHz Pentium processor or equivalent (recommended)

96 MB (minimum); 256 MB (recommended)

Up to 500 MB of available space may be required

1024 x 768 high color, 32-bit (recommended)

USB Port