Dell X1000 Series

Statistics and Diagnostics 141
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The Approximated Cable Length test can only be performed when the port is
up and operating at 1 Gbps.
To perform a cable test and view the results:
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Click Statistics and Diagnosis > Diagnostics.
2 Click Integrated Cable Test .
3 Ensure that both ends of the copper cable are connected, one end to tested
port and one end to device.
4 Click Test for the port to be tested. The copper cable and Approximate
Cable Length tests are performed, and the following test results are
displayed:
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Port — Name of the port.
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Test Result — Displays the cable test results. The possible options are:
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No Cable — There is no cable connected to the port.
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Open Cable — The cable is connected on only one side.
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Short Cable — A short has occurred in the cable.
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OK — The cable passed the test.
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Unknown Test Result — Test results are not known.
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Cable Fault Distance — Displays the distance from the port where
the cable error occurred.
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Last Update — Displays the last time the port was tested.
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Cable Length — Displays the approximate cable length.
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Optical Transceiver Qualification — Displays whether the optical
transceiver being used was qualified by Dell.
Optical Transceiver Diagnostics
NOTE: This feature is supported on all devices except for the X1008/P.
The Optical Transceiver Diagnostics page displays the operating conditions
reported by the SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) transceiver. Some
information might not be available for SFPs that do not support the digital
diagnostic monitoring standard SFF-8472.
NOTE: For specific part numbers, consult with your Dell representative.