User's Guide Part 2

User Guide: PTP 600 Series Test link end hardware
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Feb 2010
UNDER DEVELOPMENT
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Test ping packet loss
It is possible to generate and monitor for lost packets by using a computer. This can be
achieved using the Command Prompt application which is supplied as standard with
Windows and MAC operating systems.
To test ping packet loss, proceed as follows:
Procedure 7-13 Test ping packet loss
1
Ensure that the IP address of the computer is configured appropriately for
connection to the PTP 600 under test.
2
Ensure that the IP address of the computer does not clash with other devices
connected to the network.
3
If the PIDU Plus is connected to an Ethernet Switch or Router then connect the
computer to a spare port, if available.
4
If it is not possible to connect the computer to a spare port of the networking
equipment, then the PIDU Plus will need to be disconnected from the network
in order to execute this test.
CAUTION
The following steps will disrupt network traffic carried by the PTP 600
under test.
Disconnect the PIDU Plus from the network.
Connect the computer directly to the LAN port of the PIDU Plus.
5
On the computer, open the Command Prompt application.