Xtramus LB-300 User Manual

LB-300

User’s Manual

USM Ver 1.0

Foreword

Copyright

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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

The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of
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 docume nt.

Trademarks

LB-300 is a trademark or registered trademark 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 History

2010/09/13 1.0 First draft version

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Table of Contents

Foreword..........................................................................................................................................2

Revision History..............................................................................................................................3

Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................4

1. LB-300 Overview .........................................................................................................................5

1.1. General Description of LB-300..........................................................................................5

1.2. Key Features, Benefits & Main Applications of LB-300..................................................6

1.3. LB-300 Specifications ........................................................................................................7

1.4. LB-300 Panel Functions Overview....................................................................................8

2. Application Mode of LB-300.....................................................................................................10

3. Install/Uninstall LB Utility.........................................................................................................11

4. LB Utility Functions...................................................................................................................15

4.1. Starting LB Utility .............................................................................................................15

4.2. LB Utility Functions..........................................................................................................16

4.2.1. System Information.....................................................................................................17

4.2.2. LB Utility Buttons ........................................................................................................18

5. Notices Regarding to LB-300 ...................................................................................................20

5.1. LB-300 Battery..................................................................................................................20

5.2. Other Notices Regarding to LB-300................................................................................20

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1. LB-300 Overview

1.1. General Description of LB-300

LB-300 is a smart companion for NuDOG-301 for enhancing

networking product function tests and network environment
measurement test.

With its single 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 port, LB-300 is a
good solution for loopback test in network environment.
LB-300 can filter out broadcast, multicast and null DA
(Destination Address) packets and re-send the rest of the
incoming packets back to the same network cable by two
selective methods: resends directly (Layer 1 Loopback) or resends with switched DA/SA
(Destination/Source MAC Address) and recalculated CRC for different applications (Layer 2 Loopback)
of the test.

For fixed network provider, Telecom and ISP Company, LB-300 and NuDOG-301 are suitable to test the
throughput and latency performance of leased line or ADSL. Both LB-300 and NuDOG-301 act as packet
generator that is located at CO and CPE side for packets transmission and receiving.

The distance and cable quality is the key factor that affects the transmission bandwidth of ADSL and
leased line. The bandwidth is not guaranteed even though the bandwidth allowed is configured at central
office. By a pair of LB-300 and NuDOG-301, technical personnel can test and realize the maximum
downstream and upstream bandwidth available of the transmission media, such as ADSL by telephone
line or wireless transmission for public service. The solution can verify if the transmission bandwidth
meets the requirement that customer applied, or realize the maximum available bandwidth of the leased
line or ADSL network if bandwidth from central office is unlimited.

With this affordable price and excellent functions for network measurement and test on-site, LB-300 and
NuDOG-301 are one simple yet effective solution for data transmission test in cable wiring phase or
troubleshooting phase for both WAN and LAN.

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1.2. Key Features, Benefits & Main Applications of LB-300

Key Features of LB-300

• Support Round Trip (loopback) and End-to-End (bi-directional symmetric/asymmetric) test mode when

LB-300 works with NuDOG-301

• Working as a loopback client that returns incoming test streams for loopback (round trip) test

• Working as a packet generator for bi-directional symmetric/asymmetric (End-to-End) network test

• NuDOG-301’s software utility DApps-2544 can remote control the test for both NuDOG-301 and

remote LB-300

• Test loopback, throughput and latency function when connected

• Handheld device embedded with built-in high capability NI-HM battery which can be charge with

LB-300’s Mini-USB port

• Distinctive LED indicators that can pinpoint the current running network’s status

Benefits of LB-300

• Support loopback, network throughput and latency tests

• Compact and portable size that is easy to carry for on-site test

• Built-in high capability NI-HM battery which can be charged by Mini-USB port

• Simple and convenient way to examine the maximum network bandwidth of asymmetric network such

as ADSL

• Variety of test features when works with NuDOG-301 and Xtramus software utility such as

DApps-2544

• LEDs located on LB-300’s back panel allow users to interpret network situation fast

Main Applications of LB-300

• Network bandwidth assurance and verification for ADSL or leased line

• Bandwidth test and verification for connection between different locations of office or building

• Throughput and Latency test of point to point wireless transmission for public service

• Solution of Last-mile test between CO (Central Office) and CPE (Customer Premises Equipment)

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1.3. LB-300 Specifications

Model Name LB-300

Frame Format

Interface

Ports

Throughput

Test

Latency Test

(10/100 Mbps Half/Full Duplex, 1000 Mbps Full Duplex)

¾ Throughput result for frame length, 64/128/256/512/768/1024/1518 bytes, steps by
¾ Throughput result according to user defined packet loss tolerance in percentage

¾ Throughput result in percentage that is based on 100 Mbps utilization
¾ Throughput result in FPS (frame per second)

¾ Latency test for frame length, 64/128/256/512/768/1024/1518 bytes, steps by steps, or

¾ Latency test result according to user defined utilization in percentage

¾ Average Latency in us(microsecond)
¾ Test result according to 2 definitions of RFC2544, Store and Forward, and Cut Through.

Hardware Information

Dimension

Temperature

Humidity

Power Source

¾ Operating: 0°C~ 40°C (32°F~ 104°F) ¾ Storage: 0°C~ 50°C (32°F~ 122°F)
¾ Operating: 0% ~ 85% RH ¾ Storage: 0% ~ 85% RH

Two built-in 3.7V NI-MH batteries which can be recharged via LB-300’s Mini-USB Port
while connected with PC

Supporting Softwares

Supporting

Softwares

¾ For Loopback Mode with NuDOG-301, NuDOG-301 and utility software DApps-2544 are
¾ LB Utility for updating firmware and FPGA

¾ Ethernet II frame ¾ IEEE 802.3 frame

Left Side Right Side

10/100/1000 Mbps UTP Ethernet Port × 1

steps, or configuration in specified range by user

configuration in specified range by user

141 mm x 22 mm x 22 mm

required

USB Port (Mini-USB Connector) × 1

Power Switch × 1

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