12-Mar-2010    Introducing Linkbit Online Protocol Analyzer
Unique online tool allowing to interactively decode and analyze SS7, ISDN and IP packets for a large variery of protocols.

It is an essential tool for every nework developer and support engineer. Some of the protocols supported:ISUP, BICC, TCAP, SCCP, MTP3, MTP2, MTP3b, SSCOP, INAP, CAP, MAP, RANAP, SCTP, M2UA, M3UA, M2PA, SUA, IUA, DUA, EDSS1, NI-2, DPNSS/DASS2, 5ESS, DMS100, MAP, NBAP, ALCAP, RANAP, BSSAP, BSSMAP, DTAP, CC, MM, SM, GTP, S1AP, X2AP, IS-41, RADIUS, DIAMETER, SSH, DHCP, DNS, GRE, IMAP, NETBIOS, PPP, POP3, TPKT, FTP, TELNET, HTTP, CIFS/SMB, SSH, SIP, H.323, H.248, RTP, SSCF, SSCOP, LAPD, LAPF, UDP, TCP, IP

Use LinkBit Online Tool please click here

03-Mar-2010    Tektronix Communications Introduces New Spectra2U Platform for More Efficient Core Network Testing
Tektronix Communications, today unveiled the Spectra2u Core Network test platform.

Built on an Intel® Dual Quad Core® processing architecture, Spectra2u allows network equipment manufacturers and telecom operators to test NGN, VoIP and converged networks for functionality, conformance, performance and media quality  all from a single, high capacity, multi-user test platform. The Spectra2u offers a low-cost footprint supporting IP and TDM interfaces for signaling and media. The Spectra2u provides the industry's best ease-of-use and automation, with increases of up to 500 percent in call control capacity and over 200 percent SIP endpoint capacity increase," said Richard Kenedi, VP and General Manager of Test and Optimization, Tektronix Communications. "When it comes to testing the Core Network, Spectra2u is completely field upgradeable for capacity and port expansion and has the capability to share interface boards across users." More..

05-Feb-2010    Spectra2 7.01 is now available.

13-Nov-2009    How Spectra2's Total Test Solution helps you deliver on the promise of the NGN.
Spectra2 NGN Document Total Test Solution for (NGN) and Legacy Telecom Networks

NGN Overview Document:
functional elements, protocols, and media along with a catalogue of how Spectra2's Total Test Solution helps you deliver on the promise of the NGN. More..

12-Nov-2009    VeriWave - Video and Over the Air testing of 802.11 networks
Addressing an industry need for rapid large-scale Over The Air (OTA) testing, VeriWave introduced WaveAgent OTA.

Addressing an industry need for rapid large-scale Over The Air (OTA) testing, VeriWave introduced WaveAgent OTA. With this application, it is easy to isolate issues to the client application, client driver, or network infrastructure, when poor performance is observed. Forwarding rate, loss, jitter, voice MOS and voice R-Value metrics can be obtained by installing WaveAgent on third party client devices such as laptops and smartphones. Network Quality of Experience (QoE) as well as client-specific QoE can be determined and compared. More..

01-May-2009    Tek addition - K2Air probe
A new monitoring system supporting LTE networks with Uu Interface monitoring capabilities.

Tektronix Communications, announces availability of K2Air, a new monitoring system supporting LTE networks with Uu Interface monitoring capabilities. K2Air, which collects data via digital RF interfaces e.g. CPRI, completes Tektronix Communications' portfolio of test, monitoring and optimization solutions for LTE operators and network equipment manufacturers.more..

11-Feb-2009    VePAL MX120/MX300 and TX300 4 Gbps Fibre Channel Test Suite
VeEX introduces an optional 4 Gbps Fibre Channel test suite to the MX120/300 and TX300 platforms

VeEX introduces an optional 4 Gbps Fibre Channel test suite to the MX120/300 and TX300 platforms providing comprehensive test performance capabilities for high bandwidth SAN deployments. The optional Fibre Channel test suite offers full line rate traffic generation and analysis, bit error rate testing (BERT), round trip delay measurements, buffer-to-buffer credit configuration, and flow control (RRDY) statistics. more...

02-Feb-2009    The complete cable testing solution. VePAL CX380
VeEX introduces the industry's first truly portable all in one analyzer to troubleshoot advanced CATV networks.

VeEX introduces the industry's first truly portable all in one analyzer to troubleshoot advanced CATV networks. Fully equipped with Spectrum, QAM and MPEG analysis functions, this handheld portable unit weighs less than 2.5 Kg/6 lb. more...

30-Jan-2009    Frame Communications lowers the cost of 10G Metro Ethernet Testing
The smallest and most cost effective test solution for those installing and maintaining 10G Metro

Frame Communications Ltd has introduced the VeEX" MX300, the smallest and most cost effective test solution for those installing and maintaining 10G Metro and Carrier Ethernet services and equipment. With the choice of 10G Ethernet test equipment currently restricted to solutions more ideally suited to R&D labs, the MX300 is a welcome addition to the market. ...More

29-Dec-2008    VePAL TX300 Next Generation 10Gigabit Network Analyzer.
VeEX introduces the industry's smallest universal 10 Gigabit Next Generation Network analyzer.

VeEX introduces the industry's smallest universal 10 Gigabit Next Generation Network analyzer. This highly versatile 2.5kg (6 lbs) unit supports SONET/SDH applications at test rates from DS1/E to OC-192/STM-64 including Metro Ethernet applications at 10GE, dual 1GE and dual 10/100/1000Base-T in a single instrument, eliminating the need to carry cumbersome modules. Fiberchannel and Optical Transport Network (OTN) applications can be added in the field via simple software upgrade. A super bright 7" color TFT touch panel display, graphical user interface and 4 hours of battery autonomy at 10Gbps operation makes the TX300 an ideal tool for installation, commissioning and maintenance of advanced converged networks. . more

02-Oct-2008    VeEX MLX300
MLX300 Intelligent 10GE loopback device

09-Sep-2008    Spectra2 6.3
Tektronix Extends IMS and TISPAN Core Network Test Capabilities with Spectra2 Enhancements Offers Increased Monitoring Capability, Expanded Media Portfolio and Extensive Testing Support

RICHARDSON, Texas,August 27, 2008 Tektronix Communications, a leading worldwide provider of communications network management and diagnostics solutions, today announced the availability of the Spectra2 6.3 Core Network Test Solution software release, which offers comprehensive testing for IMS and TISPAN networks.

With network equipment and service providers increasingly looking to provide differentiated services over next-generation network infrastructure, the need for comprehensive test solutions is key to delivering reliable services.

Spectra2s legacy of success with PSTN and VoIP networks provides a solid foundation for extending the solution to provide test coverage in next-generation IMS and TISPAN networks, said Richard Kenedi, General Manager of Function and Load Diagnostics, Tektronix Communications. Our goal is to provide a test solution at the opening of the TISPAN market window. Spectra2 6.3 positions us to be the leader in TISPAN support while continuing to provide world-class solutions for IMS and legacy technologies. Tektronix Spectra2 all-in-one platform has and will continue to satisfy real-world customer needs with a solution that is flexible, reliable and easy to use.

Tektronix enhanced Spectra2 6.3 software release introduces policy management testing for IMS and TISPAN networks, complementing a mature DIAMETER solution with support for the Gq/Gq and Rq Interfaces.  Spectra2 6.3 offers powerful element simulation capabilities of the next generation Policy Decision elements such as the PDF, SPDF, CSCF and A-RACF and further complements its capability to test IMS Core, VoIP, and PSTN networks.

The Spectra2 6.3 release also implements load testing support for the TISPAN (Megaco V3) la interface.  Users are provided with the ability to test and monitor enforcement of local policies at border elements to control bandwidth and session based media traffic.

The Spectra2 6.3 release introduces support for Enhanced Variable Rate Codec (EVRC) based media streams. This extension of the Spectra2 media solution set includes functional and load testing coupled with Quality of Service reporting.  This easy to use feature provides comprehensive call control and media capabilities in a single system.

Learn more about the solution by visiting: http://www.frame.co.uk/product.cfm?product=SP2  

Release notes Spectra 6.3

05-Sep-2008    VeEX MX300
MX300 portable 10GE Metro/Ethernet tester

VeEX introduces the industry's smallest, hand-held, 10Gigabit Ethernet tester. Featuring a super bright 7" color TFT / touch panel display, three hour battery operation and weighing in at 2.5kg / 5.5lbs, this versatile instrument supports 10GigE LAN/WAN rates including dual 1GigE optical and 10/100/1000Base-T copper interfaces. Customers who have adopted and standardized the MX100 series for validating Ethernet networks, are now able to carry a single and compatible unit to the field to test all Ethernet rates. Independent multiple streams, VLAN stacking, MPLS tagging, MAC and VLAN flooding features are available across all interfaces, simplifying the installation and maintenance of complex Carrier Ethernet and IP networks and services. ...More

18-Jul-2008    Tektronix G35 for Femtocell testing
Tektronix Solution Enables Faster and Effective Testing and Simulation of Femtocell Networks

Customers seeking to develop femtocell technologies can use the G35 protocol analyzer to provide simulation and emulation of key elements of their femtocell designs including UMTS core network interfaces over IP such as Iu-CS and Iu-PS, allowing a significant reduction of both cost and footprint of their labs infrastructure as network elements can be effectively replaced by the test unit.. More

15-Jul-2008    Tektronix LTE Test Solution
Tektronix Addresses LTE Networks with Integrated Protocol Monitoring, Functional & Load Test Solution

The Tektronix LTE Test Solution provides an integrated simulation, load test and analysis solution for testing the complete protocol stacks of LTE Uu, S1 and X2 interfaces. Simultaneous and correlated measurements in real time are possible between any combination of interface and protocol layers. Access to the complete functionality is provided via an interactive Graphical User Interface (GUI) as well as an open standard API. The system consists of a LTE RF Simulator for lower layers supporting CPRI as well as all major UMTS frequency bands and the G35 test platform, providing test functionality for the higher layers, the fixed line interfaces as well as powerful monitoring and analysis capabilities for all protocol layers. ...More

21-Apr-2008    Veriwave testing Wireless-Enabled Medical Devices
VeriWave Webinar Demonstrates Benefits of Real-World Testing of Wireless-Enabled Medical Devices

Leading Medical Device Manufacturer to provide update on the latest advancements in healthcare wireless networking ...More

10-Apr-2008    Tektronix G35-WiMAX Solution
Tektronix' G35-WiMAX Solution Selected by WiMAX Forum® As Official Protocol Test Tool

Tektronix Communications, a leading worldwide provider of communications network management and diagnostics solutions, today announced that the WiMAX Forum® has selected the G35-WiMAX protocol test solution to verify the interoperability of WiMAX network nodes in Mobile WiMAX Forum Certified" Test Laboratories around the world. ...More

04-Apr-2008    VeEX MPX100
MPX100 Metro Probe Expert equipped with advanced Ethernet test functions

VeEX unveils the MPX100 Metro Probe Expert, a next generation test system for Metro and Carrier Ethernet Networks. MPX100 probes are deployed at strategic network locations such as the exchange or central office (CO), points of presence (POP), demarcation points or customer locations where network service and performance assurance is critical. Single or multiple MPX100 units can be remote controlled via an out-of-band internet connection and a Reveal MPX Controller to perform in-service monitoring and out-of-service performance testing. The MPX100 can also perform scheduled and on demand point to point measurements such as BERT, RFC2544 and Multi-Stream Throughput testing. The MPX100 works with the MX100 and MX120 Handheld Ethernet Test Sets for loopback control and on-demand point to point testing. ...More

17-Mar-2008    Veriwave
VeriWave First to Demonstrate 300 Mbps Data Rate with 802.11n 3x3 MIMO Technology

Addressing an industry need for rapid large-scale Over The Air (OTA) testing, VeriWave introduced WaveAgent OTA. With this application, it is easy to isolate issues to the client application, client driver, or network infrastructure, when poor performance is observed. Forwarding rate, loss, jitter, voice MOS and voice R-Value metrics can be obtained by installing WaveAgent on third party client devices such as laptops and smartphones. Network Quality of Experience (QoE) as well as client-specific QoE can be determined and compared. more..

03-Mar-2008    VeEX BX100V
The most compact VDSL and ADSL2+ testing solution

VeEX releases the industry's most compact VDSL and ADSL2+ tester based on the successful VPAL100 platform. Weighing less than 1kg, this all-in-one handheld solution is fitted with an Infineon/Aware chipset capable of emulating both DSLAM and customer modem equipment for complete VDSL and ADSL2+/ADSL network verification. Configured in ATU-R mode, the unit provides basic link turn-up statistics for Annex A, Annex B, Annex L or Annex M standards, while in VTU-R mode, the unit provides profiles for Infineon, Ikanos, Broadcom and Conexant VDSL chipsets making it a truly interoperable and universal tester. Impulse Noise Protection support for IPTV networks, legacy ATM and next generation Packet Transfer Mode (PTM) add to the already impressive feature set. Physical layer loop diagnostics is implemented using licensed Dr. DSL technology from Aware Incorporated. In pass–through mode, the BX100V can emulate VDSL or ADSL2+ modems while Triple Play service verification can be performed over any xDSL technology mentioned. ...More

22-Jan-2008    Exfo transmisson tools for lab testing
Frame Partners with Exfo Lab Tools range of Metro Ethernet, SDH, OTN transmission tools

Frame Partners with Exfo Lab Tools range of Metro Ethernet, SDH, OTN transmission tools including; E1 to STM-16, STM-64 & OTN, Optical Spectrum Analyzer and WAN Protocol Analyzers (GbE, 10GbE etc&more
Exfo product range

01-Jan-2007    21CN Testing Solutions
Testing of 21CN for pre- and post-deployment of technologies, network equipment, and operational networks.