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1. ssscsseeereere rn ennen Safety Information zer etc e cass Eee A Sr mn Mp ee eee tds Mean Rare me ENS Msn tete es eases E Kit Contents s iira ninien ae ae a araa Ead Eaa niea en Seada a iaae dasida raa nn Ane Cleaning the Tester Physical Features The Home Screen Battery Charging and Life LION Battery MERE AA Battery Common Questions LR AT Can Solve Saving a Report EE Set Up the GESTS ue ve H Sech ee EE LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual VLAN MAC ege TT 12 AutoTest en D EE 13 POE Configuration c oi ares rue at EU o ET sre Malen dri M beat DM cre E A Lea EE e AE d peel tint Connect Configuration General Configuration Reflector Configuration LR AT 2000 Model LinkRunner Information Manage Files Restore Factory Defaults Firmware D TeTe 1i Transfer Saved Profiles to from LinkRunner Manager Set Language niei eese oce dece hice Using AutoTest Switch and Cable Test Using AutoTest ssssseeeeeeee Using the Nearest Switch Test Using the Cable Test Using the POE Feature Using the Reflector Feature LR AT 2000 only Using the Fiber Connection MET Tar haie e LE Options and Accessories Specifications Environmental Specifications EE al SPECITI TEE LinkRunner Manager Software List of Figures Figure 1 P2. 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 Eg Ping 111 116 196 001 D HTTP www fluknetworks com IPv4 D 069 043 160 208 D Sent 8 Rvcd 8 Lost 0 D Min 359ms Avg 359ms Max 3 ffy31 bmp Figure 17 Expanding Test Results 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 0 Switch Starburst and orange cable indicate this is a fiber connnection ffy46a bmp Figure 18 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 21 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual Using the Cable Test There are three use models for using the Cable screen e 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 e Connect an open cable non terminated into the top LR AT RJ 45 connector and measure length An un terminated cable can also be traced using a Fluke Netw
3. press CS Save then press 2 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 GI 5 Press Delete 17 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual Restore Factory Defaults Restores any configuration changes to the following LinkRunner AT factory defaults 18 IP Configuration IPv4 DHCP IPv6 Disabled VLAN MAC Configuration VLAN Disabled VLAN ID 0 Priority 0 User Defined MAC Disabled MAC Address Linkrunner MAC address AutoTest Configuration Continuous Mode On Target none PoE Configuration Enable PoE Disabled Class Class 1 Connect Configuration 802 1x Disabled Speed Duplex Auto General Configuration Cable Length Unit Meters Auto Shutoff Enabled Set Language English When you Select Restore Factory Defaults you will be prompted with a two popup Select Cox then press The restore will be completed and the tester will turn off 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 Get the latest version of LinkRunner Manager from the Fluke Networks website Start LinkRunner Manager on your PC Turn on the tester Select Tools gt Firmware Update gt select Update Use the USB
4. 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual Contact Fluke Networks e 4 www flukenetworks com p support flukenetworks com d 1 225 446 4519 e Australia 61 2 8850 3333 or 61 3 9329 0244 e Beijing 86 10 6512 3435 e Brazil 11 3759 7600 e Canada 1 800 363 5853 e Europe 31 0 40 2675 600 e Hong Kong 852 2721 3228 e Japan 03 6714 3117 e Korea 82 2 539 6311 e Singapore 65 6799 5566 e Taiwan 886 2 227 83199 e 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 Safety Symbols Q NOT FOR CONNECTION TO PUBLIC TELEPHONE SYSTEMS A Warning or Caution risk of damage to or destruction of equipment or software See explanations in the manual CANADIAN STANDARDS ASSOCIATION CERTIFIED es TO CANADIAN AND US STANDARDS Cc Meets Australia EMC Requirements A CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT DO NOT LOOK INTO LASER A Warning Risk of electrical shock Do not put products that contain circuit boards X into waste containers Refer to local regulations for disposal procedures Kit Contents A Warning A Use only the AC adapter provided to charge the battery A Warnings To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury follow these guidelines Do not use this product if it is damaged Before using the product inspect the case Look
5. 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 12 VLAN MAC Configuration Select Tools gt VLAN MAC Configuration gt VLAN MAC Configuration VLAN E Enable User Defined MAC Figure 7 VLAN MAC Configuration Screen ffy41 bmp This screen allows you to enable and enter the VLAN ID 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 Set Up the Tester AutoTest Configuration Select Tools gt AutoTest Configuration AutoTest Configuration Continuous Mode Targeti Port Target2 Port Target3 Port Target4 Port Target5 Port Figure 8 AutoTest Configuration Screen ffy42 bmp This screen allows you to enter up to ten key device addresses Targets to test connectivity You may enter an IP 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 Au
6. LR AT at a time For Speed amp Duplex Auto is the default and recommended configuration 10 HDX is 10 Mbps half duplex 1000 FDX is 1000 Mbps full duplex 14 General Configuration Select Tools General Configuration Cable Length Unit Meters Manage Power O Auto Shutoff Enabled 10 min Date Time 10 55 26 Oct 21 2011 ffy44 bmp Figure 11 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 Set Up the Tester 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 gt Reflector The default or pre configured Reflector settings are displayed below Oo lt gt Reflector IP Address No IP Address MAC Address 00 C0 17 B6 00 00 Package Type MAC Fluke Swap MAC IP Reflector Mode NN M N M oS Figure 12 Reflector Settings Screen Configure ffy32 bmp Select Configure H en Reflector Configuration Packet Type Not Broadcast MAC Fluke MAC Fluke Swap No Swap MAC MAC IP ffy33 bmp Figure 13 Reflector Default Configuration Screen The LR AT 2000 must be configured to M
7. for cracked or missing plastic Do not operate the product around explosive gas vapor or dust No serviceable parts Do not try to service If this product is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the product may be impaired A A Warning Class 1 Laser Product 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 ACautions Use the proper terminals and cable for all connections Kit Contents For a listing of the contents of your LinkRunner AT kit see the list that came in the product s box or see the lists of models and accessories on the Fluke Networks website If something is damaged or missing contact the place of purchase immediately Cleaning the Tester To clean the display use a 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 ACaution To prevent damage to the display or the case do not use solvents or abrasive materials LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual Physical Features 8 Q ES 2 IS ee S Gi S e Q ffy01 eps Figure 1 Physical Features Physical Features Gi e em OO On off key Makes a selection on the screen Shows the previous screen Softkeys The functio
8. lithium ion battery pack 18 5 Watt hrs AA Removable AA battery pack Requires 4 AA batteries Li ion Typical operating life is 6 hours Typical charge time is 3 hours AA Typical operating life is 3 hours AC input 90 264 Vac 48 62 Hz input power DC output 15 Vdc at 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 31 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual Supporting operating system Processor RAM Hard disk Display Hardware 32 LinkRunner Manager Software Table 5 LinkRunner Manager Software 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
9. 2 F to 113 F 0 C to 45 C Note The battery will not charge if the internal temperature of the tester is above 11 F 45 C Operating relative humidity 90 50 F to 95 F 10 C to 35 C RH without condensation 75 95 F to 113 F 35 C to 45 C Storage temperature 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C Shock and vibration Random 2 g 5 Hz 500 Hz Class 2 1 m drop Safety EN 61010 1 CAT none pollution degree 2 EN IEC 60825 1 2007 EN IEC 60825 2 2004 A1 2007 LRAT 2000 only Altitude 4 000 m Storage 12 000 m EMC FCC Part 15 Class A EN 61326 1 Portable Certifications and compliance C Conforms to relevant European Union directives Conforms to relevant Australian standards N10140 Listed by the Canadian Standards Association 29 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual General Specifications 30 Specifications Media Access Cable Test Tone Generator Ports Dimensions Weight Battery Battery life External AC adapter charger Display Keypad LEDs Host interface Table 4 General Specifications 10BASE T 100BASE TX 1000BASE T IEEE 802 3 and Poe IEEE 802 3at Pair lengths opens shorts splits crossed straight through and cable ID IntelliTone digital tone 500 KHz analog tones 400Hz 1KHz 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 Li ion Removable rechargeable
10. AC 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 15 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual Note Any other Reflector setting may cause undesired traffic on your network LinkRunner Information Select Tools gt LinkRunner Information This screen displays the following LR AT product information e Serial Number The serial number is also shown under the battery pack e MAC Address Media Access Control address The unique address of the tester e SW Version The version of software in the tester e Build The build number of the software version Note An SFP SX fiber adapter was connected to the tester in figure 14 16 ven LinkRunner Information LinkRunner Serial Number 0000000001 MAC Address 00 C0 17 B6 00 00 SW Version 140 Build 923 SFP Type SX 850nm Vendor AVAGO Revision Code Serial AFBR 5715PZ ess 2002 2011 Fluke SE Figure 14 LinkRunner Information Screen ffy45 bmp 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 th
11. FLUKE _ networks LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual April 2014 O 2011 2014 Fluke lt SC All product names ibis ema m of their respective companies LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Each Fluke Networks product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service The warranty period for the mainframe is one year and begins on the date of purchase Parts accessories product repairs and services are warranted for 90 days unless otherwise stated Ni Cad Ni MH and Li lon batteries cables or other peripherals are all considered parts or accessories The warranty extends only to the original buyer or end user customer of a Fluke Networks authorized reseller and does not apply to any product which in Fluke Networks opinion has been misused abused altered neglected contaminated or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling Fluke Networks warrants that software will operate substantially in accordance with its functional specifications for 90 days and that it has been properly recorded on non defective media Fluke Networks does not warrant that software will be error free or operate without interruption Fluke Networks authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end user customers only but have no authority to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke Networks Warranty support is availab
12. FOB Shipping point THIS WARRANTY IS BUYER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE FLUKE NETWORKS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY Since some countries or states do not allow limitation of the term of an implied warranty or exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages the limitations and exclusions of this warranty may not apply to every buyer If any provision of this Warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court or other decision maker of competent jurisdiction such holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision 4 04 Fluke Networks PO Box 777 Everett WA 98206 0777 USA SOFTWARE NOTICE This product uses freeRTOS v6 0 5 software For more information on freeRTOS go to http www freertos org The software license statement and files that contain the binary and source code for freeRTOS v6 0 5 are on the LinkRunner AT CD supplied with this product Copyright O 2010 Real Time Engineering Ltd Copyright O 1998 Regents of the University of California All rights reserved Redistribution and use in source and binary forms with or without modification are permitted provided that the following conditions are m
13. PING A gt Select AutoTest Configure an address to Ping under Tools gt AutoTest Configuration Q gt Can I verify application connectivity A gt Select AutoTest Configure an address and application port e g port 80 for web HTTP under Tools gt AutoTest Configuration Q gt Can I use it for throughput testing A gt Use the Reflector tool setup under Tools only available on LR AT 2000 model Q gt Can I connect to an 802 1X port A gt Use the Tools gt Connect Configuration screen to enable 802 1X Also use the LinkRunner Manager PC LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual application select Tools gt General Information to enable 802 1X and set up security 10 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 e AutoTest results e Switch results e 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 1 Press Wl The tester shows a default filename at the bottom of the screen e To save the data with the filename shown press Save The tester saves the data into a report file e To overwrite a report that is saved on the tester highlight the report press 9 press 2 Save then press 2 OK e To cha
14. ad Measured without FFY52 png Figure 25 Switch PoE with TruePower 25 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual POE Request PSE acknowedg amp Unload 52V ment Indicates w Loaded 49V test PSE Type 2 Measured failure El amp Link 100Mb Full Duplex with load El amp Switch Port Name TAC C3560G 2C4 Port GigabitEthernet0 23 FFY53 png Figure 26 AutoTest results PoE with TruePower and Measured Load 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 15 for setting up this feature Once set up the device can be used as the remote 26 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 27 shows the Switch results through a fiber connection with link 1000 Mbps speed full duplex with a signal strength of 7 35dBm lt gt Switch JL 1000 FDx sl 7 35dBm ffy46 bmp Fi
15. cable supplied with the tester to connect the tester to the PC Set Up the Tester 10 11 In LinkRunner Manager select LinkRunner gt Update Software Click Select find and select the update file zip extension then click Select Click Update When the transfer is completed disconnect the USB cable from the tester The screen on the tester goes blank while it installs the update file When the update is completed restart the tester AN Caution Do not disconnect the LinkRunner from the PC or remove the battery during the update 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 Turn on the tester Use the USB cable supplied with the tester to connect the tester to the PC To see the profiles that are on the tester select Tools gt Profile Manager from the LinkRunner Manager tool bar Profile names display under the LinkRunner Profile Files pane Highlight a profile in this pane and select Transfer from LinkRunner When you are done editing the profile highlight it and select Transfer to LinkRunner 19 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual Set Language To change the language displayed in all screens 1 Select Tools gt Se
16. e LinkRunner Manager PC application Reports transferred to LinkRunner Manager can be displayed and printed Reports contain the AutoTest Switch and Cable test results 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 Set Up the Tester To Load a Profile 1 Select Tools gt Manage files 2 Select Load Profile 3 Select a Profile from the list To Save a Profile 1 Select Tools gt 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 E Edit 3 Select Save To Save a Report 1 Select Tools gt 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 E Edit 3 Select Save or ll To rename a file 1 Select Tools gt Manage files 2 Select Rename file 3 Highlight either the Report or Profile folder 4 Highlight the file then press 6 To edit the filename press EJ Edit e To delete characters in the filename press P Delete e To add characters to the filename use ZZ f f to highlight a character then press e To move the cursor in the filename highlight the filename then press f 6 Torename the file with the name you made
17. et Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice this list of conditions and the following disclaimer Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and or other materials provided with the distribution Neither the name of the University of California Berkeley nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS AS IS AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL EXEMPLARY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES LOSS OF USE DATA OR PROFITS OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY WHETHER IN CONTRACT STRICT LIABILITY OR TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE Contents Title Page yet Deg EE 1 Registering Your Product The Fluke Networks Knowledge Base Contact Fluke Networks W
18. gure 27 Fiber Connected Switch Results Maintenance Maintenance A Warning A To prevent possible fire electrical shock personal injury or damage to the tester e Do not open the case You cannot repair or replace parts in the case e Use only replacement parts that are approved by Fluke Networks e f 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 e Use only service centers that are approved by Fluke Networks 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 LinkRunner AT AA battery pack LRAT AA BAT LinkRunner AT Li ion battery pack WBP LION 27 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual 28 Table 2 Options and Accessories continued Option or Accessory Fluke Networks Model Number Adapter charger for connection to an automobile cigarette lighter MS AUTO CHG For Li ion battery pack AC adapter charger universal 120 240 Vac For Li ion battery pack TFS CHGR Specifications Specifications Environmental Specifications Table 3 Environmental Specifications Operating temperature 3
19. hysical Features 2 The Home Screen 3 How to Remove the Li ion Battery 4 How to Install the AA Battery Pack and Change Batteries si 8 5 Tools Menu 6 IP Configuration Screens eege Ee merite nee Lue er eres Ter eaa dor E gu Dre ENEE 12 7 VLAN MAC Configuration Screen ete ntne innen ennt nnne trennen nnns tnnt nnne nnt ne sinet nnne ren nennen 12 8 AutoTest Configuration SCFeGn EE 13 9 PoE Cohfig rationiSCEGeb eei ideo dide sens piter hen Deben Les raso Ie ne lerannnt KR e ERR Rd nga FORAS Leak Eh an Eie DR DSE uh ue 10 Connect Configuration Screen 11 General Configuration Screen 12 Reflector Settirigs Screens zuo irme oeste erdeelt 13 Reflector Default Configuration Screen 14 LinkRunner Information Screen 15 AutoTest Configuration Screen 16 AutoTest Results Screen xai e Soe eb ee Do tal ee cte EGER eel ose 17 Expanding Test ResSults 1 1e iones dts reete ro nde tke acoso coke A EE LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Nearest Switch Results Cable Test Results POE Configuration on LRAT 1000 POE Configuration on LRAT 2000 AutoTest results POE without TruePower Switch POE Without Tr ePOWNeE cnc fev cent dab iere Ere eve ane EES Lao p dpa not dvd den road dita dde sud DN ET daa AutoTest results POE with Truebower nn nennen nnrnrnrsr sss s dass senes sense enne rn nana n Switeh POE with TF GPOW LE id
20. i ce e ats oes csi c ut dada ics a E nb o c c geesde ug AutoTest results PoE with TruePower and Measured Load ener nnne nnn 26 Fiber Connected Switch Results deti ann ra a a aaa Tua ica degna Ern Dei Oa EE Fo delta ele pasada 26 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 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 Network Auto Tester 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 gt Knowledge Base LinkRunner AT 1000
21. le only if product is purchased through a Fluke Networks authorized sales outlet or Buyer has paid the applicable international price Fluke Networks reserves the right to invoice Buyer for importation costs of repair replacement parts when product purchased in one country is submitted for repair in another country Fluke Networks warranty obligation is limited at Fluke Networks option to refund of the purchase price free of charge repair or replacement of a defective product which is returned to a Fluke Networks authorized service center within the warranty period To obtain warranty service contact your nearest Fluke Networks authorized service center to obtain return authorization information then send the product to that service center with a description of the difficulty postage and insurance prepaid FOB destination Fluke Networks assumes no risk for damage in transit Following warranty repair the product will be returned to Buyer transportation prepaid FOB destination If Fluke Networks determines that failure was caused by neglect misuse contamination alteration accident or abnormal condition of operation or handling or normal wear and tear of mechanical components Fluke Networks will provide an estimate of repair costs and obtain authorization before commencing the work Following repair the product will be returned to the Buyer transportation prepaid and the Buyer will be billed for the repair and return transportation charges
22. n 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 00000 Clears the current measurement data IH 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 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual The Home Screen profile SS AutoTest ffy15 eps 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 V Shows that the AC adapter is con
23. nected Shows that the USB interface is connected 2 Switch Shows the advertised and actual link PoE measurements nearest switch with its name type IP address port slot and VLAN information 3 Cable When the cable is connected un terminated or is connected to a WireView Office Locator it shows cable information or wire mapping information This can also be used to locate a cable with the optional IntelliTone probe 4 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 5 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 6 Tools lets you manage files and settings 7 Link established indicator Displays the link speed and duplex mode Battery Charging and Life 9 Displays the connection type PoE 802 1x fil fiber For 802 1x a green lock indicates authentication passed yellow indicates it is not needed and a red closed lock indicates it failed authentication Battery Charging and Life Li ion Battery To charge the Li ion bat
24. nge the filename press ED Edit Set Up the Tester 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 e To add characters to the filename use ZZ f to highlight a character then press O e To move the cursor in the filename highlight the filename then press f e To save the report with the edited filename press _ Save then press El Save To view the report open it in LinkRunner Manager Refer to the LinkRunner Manager help for instructions Set Up the Tester To change settings on the tester select Tools from the home screen VLAN MAC Configuration AutoTest Configuration PoE Configuration Connect Configuration General Configuration Reflector lt Only on the LR AT 2000 Model LinkRunner Information Manage Files Restore Factory Defaults Firmware Update ffy23 bmp Figure 5 Tools Menu 11 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual IP Configuration Select Tools gt IP Configuration IP Address Configuration DHCP O static IP Address ffy40 bmp Figure 6 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
25. orks IntelliTone tester and the Tone function e Connect a cable into the top LR AT RJ 45 connector and select Tone Using a Fluke Networks IntelliTone tester you can trace the wire or locate it in the switch closet 5 lt Cable ett 1 1 2 sm 2 lt 1 0m 3 coos 3 g lt 1 0m i uM 1 0m 7 CXXXI XEXGOROROR RR 7 S S 1 0m ffy30 bmp Figure 19 Cable Test Results 22 Using the POE Feature Using the POE Feature Power over Ethernet PoE is disabled by default To enable POE select Tools gt PoE Configuration and check Enable POE Select the Power Sourcing Equipment PSE class to verify If the LinkRunner is an LRAT 2000 model you also have the option of enabling TruePower TruePower applies a load equivalent to the selected class to mimic a Powered Device PD See Figures 20 and 21 E e PoE Configuration Enable PoE Copper Onl Class 0 13 0W Class 1 3 8W Class 2 6 5W Class 3 13 0W O Class 4 25 5W oO DE ffy47 png Figure 20 PoE Configuration on LRAT 1000 Oo lt PoE Configuration Enable PoE Copper Onl Enable TruePower Class 0 13 0W Class 1 3 8W Class 2 6 5W Class 3 13 0W Class 4 25 5W D LLDP Negotiation Save ffy48 png Figure 21 PoE Configuration on LRAT 2000 23 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual Without TruePower Figures 22 and 23
26. t Language 2 Highlight a language and press El 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 15 and 16 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 20 4 AutoTest Configuration d Continuous Mode Targeti 111 116 196 001 Port Target2 www fluknetworks com Port 80 Target3 DI Port Target4 Port Target5 Port ffy28 bmp Figure 15 AutoTest Configuration Screen Select AutoTest on the Home screen AutoTest will run and the test results should look similar to figure 16 El t Switch Port Name sr cos 1 Port FastEthernet3 0 43 VLAN 116 Model cisco WS C3750 48P IP 111 116 196 001 El amp IPv4 DHCP 111 116 196 204 BG Found 5 5 Targets ffy27 bmp Figure 16 AutoTest Results Screen Using AutoTest Switch and Cable Test The nearest switch is discovered and its name port VLAN ID
27. tery 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 113 F 45 C The battery life is approximately 6 hours during typical operation An icon in the upper left corner of the screen shows the battery status ffy14 eps Figure 3 How to Remove the Li ion Battery LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual AA Battery The typical battery life is approximately 3 hours In Figure 4 steps 1 3 show how to install the AA battery pack and step 4 shows how to change the batteries in the installed battery pack ffy16 png Figure 4 How to Install the AA Battery Pack and Change Batteries 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 gt Is this a good RJ45 Ethernet cable A Use Cable testing and the built in wiremap for patch cables or an external Wireview Office Locator Q gt Am I receiving a good fiber signal A Connect to your network via a SFP adapter and
28. the LinkRunner AT lists PSE advertised type Positive and negative POE pairs Measured POE voltage without a load E lt AutoTzst HS Dot iReg class 3 Rcvd class 3 amp Pos 3 6 Neg 1 2 amp Unload 48V PSE Type 1 El amp Link 100Mb Full Duplex El amp Switch Port El amp IPv4 DHCP 010 248 001 178 El amp Found 2 2 Targets El amp Gateway 010 248 001 009 Add Device PoE class requested and the class acknowledgment received from the PSE PoE power requested and the power acknowledgment received from the PSE PoE request and advertised type Measured without FFY49 png Figure 22 AutoTest results PoE without TruePower 24 PSE acknowledgment load Figure 23 Switch PoE without TruePower FFY50 png Using the POE Feature With TruePower enabled LRAT 2000 only the LinkRunner AT lists Figures 24 25 and 26 e POE class requested and the class acknowledgment received from the PSE e Positive and negative POE pairs e POE power requested and measured from the PSE e Measured PoE voltage with and without a load e PSE advertised type amp Unload 52V E Loaded 49V PSE Type 2 RG Link 100Mb Full Duplex El amp Switch Port Name TAC C3560G 2C4 Port GigabitEthernet0 23 Add Device load FFY51 png Figure 24 AutoTest results PoE with TruePower PoE request and advertised type PSE acknowledgment Measured with lo
29. toTest screen the test is stopped PoE Configuration Select Tools gt PoE Configuration FH lt PoE Configuration Enable PoE Copper Only Ei Enable TruePower Class 1 3 8W Class 2 6 5W Class 3 13 0W Class 4 d LLDP Negotiation Figure 9 PoE Configuration Screen ffy34 bmp By default PoE is disabled This screen allows you to enable disable PoE detection Enable TruePower and set the Class 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 PoE TruePower is only available on the LR AT 2000 model TruePower puts a load on the PoE device and gives an accurate measurement on whether the device supports the Class selected See also Using the PoE Feature on page 23 13 LinkRunner AT 1000 2000 Network Auto Tester Users Manual Connect Configuration Select Tools gt Connect Configuration Connect Configuration Securi CONTESTE TES 802 1x Authentication Speed amp Duplex Copper Only Auto 10 HDX 100 HDX 10 FDX 100 FDX 1000 FDX ffy43 bmp Figure 10 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
30. validate the signal strength and link in the Switch screen Q gt Where does this RJ45 cable go A gt Use the Cable test toner function Switch gt Flash Port function or Switch discovery protocol Q gt 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 Common Questions LR AT Can Solve Q gt Does this RJ45 drop support PoE A gt 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 gt Can I see traffic from this connection A Observe the utilization LED blinking to see network traffic Q Can I connect in a MAC access control environment A Use Tools VLAN MAC to specify a user defined MAC address Q gt Do I have network connectivity A Select AutoTest to validate key network services DHCP DNS Router Q gt Can I get an IPv4 DHCP address A gt Select AutoTest Select DHCP or enter a static IP address in the Tools gt IP Configuration menu Q gt Can I get an IPv6 address A gt Enable IPv6 in Tools gt IP Configuration Use AutoTest to observer the acquired IPv6 link local and global address Q gt Can I
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