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Ixia Hardware and Reference Manual
Release 6.20
Part No. 913-1402 Rev. A
December 2011

Table of Contents

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Summary

Chapter 1 Hardware and Reference Overview

Ixia Chassis

Introduces the Ixia chassis and its available models.

Ixia Load Modules

Discusses the different families of load modules offered by Ixia.

Ixia Load Module Properties

Details various features supported by Ixia load modules.

Card Properties

Describes the characteristics and specifications of Ixia cards.

Chapter 2 Theory of Operation: General

Ixia Hardware

Discusses the range and capabilities of the Ixia hardware.

Chassis Chain (Hardware)

Explains how Ixia hardware is structured as a chain of chassis.

Chassis Synchronization

Details methods for synchronizing chassis timing for latency measurements.

Port Hardware

Describes the ports on Ixia load modules and their operations.

Power over Ethernet

Explains the functionality of Power over Ethernet (PoE) load modules.

Discovery Process

Describes the process for Ethernet equipment discovery.

PoE Acquisition Tests

Details how to measure incoming current amplitude during PoE testing.

Chapter 3 Theory of Operation: Protocols

ARP

Controls how ARP requests are sent and responses are handled.

OSPF

A set of messaging protocols used by routers within an Autonomous System.

MPLS

Multi-Protocol Label Switching based on label switching.

DHCP Protocol

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol for IPv4 address allocation.

Chapter 4 Optixia XM12 Chassis

Specifications

Details the computer and chassis specifications.

Hot-Swap Procedure

Describes removing and reinstalling load modules without powering off the chassis.

Rack Mount Cautions

Provides precautions for rack installation.

Chapter 5 Optixia XM2 Chassis

Specifications

Details the computer and chassis specifications.

Hot-Swap Procedure

Describes removing and reinstalling load modules without powering off the chassis.

Chapter 6 XG12 Chassis

Specifications

Details the XG12 chassis specifications.

Supported Modules

Lists the modules supported on the XG12.

Chapter 7 Optixia X16 Chassis

Specifications

Details the Optixia X16 chassis specifications.

Hot-Swap Procedure

Describes removing and reinstalling load modules without powering off the chassis.

Rack Mount Cautions

Provides precautions for rack installation.

Chapter 8 Optixia XL10 Chassis

Specifications

Details the Optixia XL10 chassis specifications.

Installing Rack-Mount Ear Brackets

Details the procedure for mounting the Optixia XL10 chassis into an equipment rack.

Rack Mount Cautions

Provides precautions for rack installation.

Chapter 9 IXIA 1600 T Chassis

Specifications

Details the IXIA 1600T chassis specifications.

Rack Mount Cautions

Provides precautions for rack installation.

Chapter 10 IXIA 400 T Chassis

Specifications

Details the IXIA 400T chassis specifications.

Rack Mount Cautions

Provides precautions for rack installation.

Chapter 11 IXIA 250 Chassis

Operation

Describes the basic operation, including setup and test.

Specifications

Details the IXIA 250 chassis specifications.

Chapter 12 Ixia 100 Chassis

IXIA 100 Specifications

Provides detailed specifications for the IXIA 100 chassis.

Rack Mount Cautions

Provides precautions for rack installation.

Chapter 13 XOTN Chassis Unit

Specifications

Details the XOTN chassis unit specifications.

Chapter 14 Ixia GPS Auxiliary Function Device (AFD1)

AFD1 Setup

Details the setup procedure for the AFD1 kit.

Successful GPS Synchronization in IxExplorer

Provides steps to ensure GPS synchronization.

Troubleshooting-GPS Unit ‘Not Ready’

Offers solutions for GPS unit issues.

Chapter 15 Ixia IRIG-B Auxiliary Function Device (AFD2)

AFD2 Setup

Details the setup procedure for the AFD2 IRIG-B unit.

Successful IRIG-B Synchronization in IxExplorer

Provides steps to ensure IRIG-B synchronization.

Troubleshooting-IRIG-B Unit ‘Not Ready’

Offers solutions for IRIG-B unit issues.

Chapter 16 IXIA 10;100;1000 Load Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for 10/100/1000 Load Modules.

Specifications

Details specifications for various load modules.

Port LEDs

Describes port LEDs for different load modules.

Chapter 17 IXIA 1 GbE and 10 GbE Aggregation Load Modules

Application Layer Performance Testing

Discusses high-performance testing of content-aware devices.

Modes of Operation

Explains Non-Aggregated, Gigabit Aggregated, and 10GE Aggregated modes.

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for Gigabit Modules.

Specifications

Details load module specifications for ASM1000XMV12X.

Chapter 18 IXIA Network Processor Load Modules

Application Layer Performance Testing

Discusses high-performance testing of content-aware devices.

Modes of Operation

Explains Non-Aggregated, Gigabit Aggregated, and 10GE Aggregated modes.

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for Network Processor Modules.

Chapter 19 IXIA 40;100 Gigabit Ethernet Load Modules

Key Features

Highlights key features of the IXIA 40/100 GbE Load Modules.

Nomenclature

Explains LSM HSE family identifying numbers and specifications.

Port LEDs

Describes port LEDs for ASM1000XMV12X.

Intrinsic Latency Adjustment

Describes measuring and reducing latency.

Chapter 20 IXIA 10 Gigabit Ethernet Load Modules

LSM 10 GE Family

Details the LSM 10GE family, its capabilities and protocols.

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for 10GE LSM modules.

Port LEDs

Describes port LEDs for 10GE LAN and XENPAK ports.

XAUI Connectors

Describes connectors and adapters for XAUI modules.

Chapter 21 IXIA 10 GE LAN;WAN and OC 192 POS Load Modules

10 G MSM Family

Details the 10G MSM load module family.

OC-192 c Triple Mode Family

Details the OC-192c Triple Mode family.

UNIPHY Family

Details the UNIPHY family of load modules.

Part Numbering

Lists part numbers for OC192 cards.

Specifications

Details specifications for OC12c/OC3c modules.

Port LEDs

Describes port LEDs for OC192c ports.

Chapter 22 IXIA OC12 ATM;POS Load Modules

Specifications

Details specifications for LM622MR and LM622MR-512.

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for ATM/POS modules.

Physical Interfaces

Describes pluggable physical interfaces for the ATM card.

Chapter 23 IXIA 10;100 Load Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for 10/100 Modules.

Specifications

Details specifications for 10/100 Load Modules.

Port LEDs

Describes LEDs for each 100 port.

Chapter 24 IXIA 100 Load Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for 100 Load Modules.

Specifications

Details specifications for LM100FX and LM100FXSM.

Port LEDs

Describes LEDs for each 100 port.

Chapter 25 IXIA Gigabit Load Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for Gigabit Modules.

Specifications

Details specifications for Gigabit Modules.

Port LEDs

Describes port LEDs for Gigabit ports.

Chapter 26 IXIA OC12 c;OC3 c Load Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for OC12c/OC3c Modules.

Specifications

Details specifications for OC12c/OC3c Modules.

Port LEDs

Describes port LEDs for OC12c/OC3c ports.

Chapter 27 IXIA OC48 c Load Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for OC48 Modules.

Specifications

Details specifications for OC48c Modules.

Port LEDs

Describes port LEDs for OC48c modules.

Optical Specifications

Provides optical characteristics for OC48c cards.

Chapter 28 IXIA FCMGXM Load Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for FCMGXM Modules.

Specifications

Details specifications for FCMGXM Load Modules.

Chapter 29 IXIA Xcellon-Flex Load Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for Xcellon-Flex Load Modules.

Specifications

Details specifications for Xcellon-Flex Load Modules.

Chapter 30 IXIA Xdensity XDM10 G32 S Load Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for Xdensity Load Module.

Specifications

Details specifications for Xdensity Load Modules.

Chapter 31 IXIA Impairment Load Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for Ethernet Impairment Modules.

Specifications

Details specifications for Ethernet Impairment Load Modules.

Chapter 32 IXIA Xcellon-Lava Load Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for Xcellon-Lava Load Modules.

Specifications

Details specifications for Xcellon-Lava Ethernet Load Module.

Chapter 33 IXIA Power over Ethernet Load Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for PoE Load Modules.

Specifications

Details PoE Load Module specifications.

Port LEDs

Describes LEDs for each PoE module port.

Chapter 34 IXIA Stream Extraction Modules

Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for Gigabit Modules.

Specifications

Details specifications for AFM1000SP-01 module.

Port LEDs

Describes LEDs for each port.

Chapter 35 IxVM

Features

Lists main IxVM features.

Requirements

Details hardware and software requirements.

Licensing

Describes licensing requirements.

IxVM Deployment Models

Explains deployment types (vSphere, KVM, Bare metal).

Installing IxVM

Details the installation process.

Troubleshooting and Tips

Provides troubleshooting tips for common issues.

Appendix A XAUI Connector Specifications

Standard Connector Specifications

Describes signals on the XAUI connector.

XAUI Fujitsu to XENPAK Adapter

Describes the adapter used with Ixia XENPAK load modules.

Appendix B Available Statistics

IxExplorer Statistics Modes

Describes statistics modes in IxExplorer.

Description of Statistics

Provides explanations of statistics and their interpretation.

Appendix C GPS Antenna Installation Requirements

Roof Mount Antenna

General location requirements for GPS antenna and conduit.

Lightning Protection

Details lightning protection requirements.

GPS Mast Location Requirements

Outlines preferred and alternative location requirements for mounting the GPS antenna mast.

Appendix D Hot-Swap Procedure

Load Module Hot-Swap Insertion

Describes the process of inserting a load module and applying power.

Load Module Hot-Swap Removal

Details the process of removing a load module from the chassis.

IXIA Optixia XM12 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandIXIA
ModelOptixia XM12
CategoryTest Equipment
LanguageEnglish