Newtec TP210 - Test Descriptions

Terminal Web Interface User Manual for the Satellite Terminal
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3.10.1 Test Descriptions
3.10.1.1 Hardware Test
The Hardware test verifies the proper functioning of the iLNB by measuring the
current in the receive and transmit path between the IPmodem and the iLNB.
Possible test results (see also paragraph 3.10.2 ):
 A successful hardware test means that both the Rx and Tx current are
within the expected range;
 A failed hardware test means that at least one of the measured currents
falls outside the expected range. This indicates a problem in the receive
and/or transmit path. Figure 33 shows an example where an error occurred
in the receive path.
Figure 33 - Failed Hardware test
If the hardware test has failed, please always verify the installation
of the coaxial cable. A defect cable, swapped Tx and Rx cables,
or loose contacts at one or more connectors can cause the
hardware test to fail even if the iLNB itself is working correctly.
In some cases, the hardware test cannot be executed because of the actual
modem state. In this case, one is requested to try again later (see Figure 34).
Figure 34 - Hardware test not executable
3.10.1.2 Software Test
The Software test verifies the validity of the software.
3.10.1.3 Ethernet/LAN Test
The Ethern
et/LAN test is composed of two tests:
 The “Ethernet test” exists of three tasks:
 Checking the Ethernet physical layer;
 Obtaining the IP address off the computer connected to the IPmodem;
 Checking the IP address of the computer, provided via DHCP by the
IPmodem.