NetAlly EtherScope nXG 200 [EXG-200-LRG2-KIT] Portable Network Expert Essential Performance Test Kit

The NetAlly EXG-200 EtherScope nXG Portable Network Expert is a multi-technology, all-in-one handheld network tester that enables engineers and technicians to get more done faster, from deployment to maintenance and documentation of their ever-changing Wi-Fi and Ethernet access networks. With its simple operation, yet in-depth visibility, and the ability to remotely access and control EXG-200 EtherScope nXG, engineers can now fully enable and leverage the "local hands" of field technicians to expedite problem-solving.

All-in-one to address new technology upgrades
The EXG-200 EtherScope nXG has two sets of native Wi-Fi network interfaces: a 4x4 adapter that scan and test Wi-Fi networks, and a 1x1 adapter for remote control connection and testing. Both interfaces support 802.11a/b/g/n/ac and can show analysis of utilization and status of Wi-Fi channels, SSIDs, BSSIDs, access points, client devices, and interferers. The EXG-200 EtherScope nXG provides visibility of Wi-Fi 6 devices.

The EXG-200 EtherScope nXG has two Ethernet ports. The main test RJ-45 port supports Multi-Gig networks from 10/100/1000Mbps to 2.5/5/10G to verify link speed and duplex advertised and connected. It can request and verify PoE power under load from up to 90W PSE's. Alternatively, it can interface to fiber networks via single/multi-mode SFP+ to test 1/10Gbps fiber-based Ethernet. The second RJ-45 management port connects to 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet for remote control, and conducts network scanning and tests where needed. It is also the port for cable testing.

The EXG-200 EtherScope nXG has built-in Bluetooth v5/BLE and USB interfaces to discover and configure nearby devices.
10G copper/fiber wired and Wi-Fi performance tests for critical links and key devices.
The EXG-200 EtherScope nXG can stress critical network links, such as switch ports to servers/storage/Wi-Fi access points, uplinks or WAN links, with up to four simultaneous data streams at up to 10G line-rate. It verifies the link's compliance to service level agreements (SLA) based on throughput, packet loss, delay and jitter against peers such as EXG-200 EtherScope nXG(s), OneTouch™ 10G(s), OptiView® XG(s) or a software reflector agent(s).

The EXG-200 EtherScope nXG uses the popular iPerf v3 network test algorithm to test against the NetAlly Test Accessory. It determines TCP or UDP application throughput through its Wi-Fi or wired interfaces.
Settings for data streams and thresholds for VoIP or video service can be stored and recalled where needed, saving configuration time.
For key servers/services in the cloud or Internet, engineers can pre-define tests and thresholds to verify their connectivity and performance using ping, TCP connect, HTTP, or FTP. Continuous testing with response time measurements is available to verify consistency and identify intermittent issues. These tests can be easily recalled by field technicians to reduce configuration time or mistakes, to get more done faster.

Auditing and documenting network security and health
The EXG-200 EtherScope nXG automatically discovers your network through its dual set of Wi-Fi and Ethernet test interfaces immediately upon power-up. The discovery provides quick security and health audits of the network devices across multiple VLANs and all Wi-Fi channels.

Devices are classified and correlated to provide complete visibility of their name, network addresses, VLAN, SSID, device type, and where available, traffic statistics. Discovery results can be directly uploaded to the complimentary Link-Live Cloud Service for storage or converted to CSV/PDF files as documentation.

The EtherScope correlates the discovery result from the wired and Wi-Fi networks so that it is possible to show the name and IP address of Wi- Fi devices connected to the network. EXG-200 EtherScope nXG makes it easy to discover the actual identity of a Wi-Fi device while most other Wi-Fi tools only show the MAC address.

EXG-200 EtherScope nXG's discovery can be enriched by accessing SNMP MIBs of infrastructure devices. It shows details such as device configuration summary, interface configuration and traffic detail, SSIDs supported by WLAN Controllers, and devices directly connected to switches. Community strings entered are concealed from view.

Discover possible security risks caused by users and others: 2nd DHCP offers indicating possible rogue servers, APs with different security schemes, unknown switches granting access to multiple devices, rogue Wi-Fi devices probing the network, and hidden SSIDs.
The EXG-200 EtherScope nXG discovery automatically detects problems. It shows possible cause(s) for each problem detected, and it has integrated troubleshooting tools to investigate further to get to root cause.

Simplifies tasks and empowers technicians to verify complex networks with next generation AutoTest
The EXG-200 EtherScope nXG has out-of-the-box AutoTest profiles with best practice pass/fail thresholds for quick assessment of network configurations and services of Wi-Fi and wired networks.
Ethernet Network: switch port PoE characteristics, link speed advertised vs negotiated, DHCP/DNS/Gateway availability and accessibility.
Air Quality: assess number of APs, co-channel and adjacent channel interference, and channel utilization

Wi-Fi Network: supports various authentication and security schemes to connect to SSIDs/BSSIDs for coverage by signal/noise, and DHCP/DNS/ Gateway availability and accessibility.

Multiple profiles can be created for complex networks with multiple VLANs supported per switch port, and Wi-Fi networks with multiple SSIDs each with its own set of IP targets. These can then be organized into profile groups that execute each test against each profile in sequence. The result is that multiple VLANs, and SSIDs can be verified and documented in one go. Since the pre-defined profiles can be executed individually, the profiles group serves as a resource for technicians to verify each specific VLAN or SSID during troubleshooting. With profile groups, engineers can transfer their network configuration and test knowledge to technicians, saving training time and effort.

Multiple advanced troubleshooting tools in one
Path Analysis: shows the switch/router path connecting the EXG-200 EtherScope nXG to an IP device on across wired and Wi-Fi networks, and even beyond the local network, e.g., from the EXG-200 EtherScope nXG's Wi-Fi port to a server in the cloud or data center on the Internet. The EXG-200 EtherScope nXG offers builtin tools to conduct further analysis of the devices along the path: view configuration, interface traffic statistics, launch Telnet or browser, conduct port scan, ping and more.

Packet Capture: from both the Wi-Fi and Ethernet test interfaces. You can capture up to 10G line-rate to create a PCAP file of up to 1Gigabyte. Packet slicing and filtering are supported, and PAP files can be uploaded to the Link-Live Cloud Service for easy sharing.

Cable Test: determine length, shorts, and split pairs and locate opens on UTP cable. Verify the wiremap of UTP and ScTP cable with a WireView adapter. It can generate either analog tone or the unique digital tone for the Fluke Networks IntelliTone™ Probe for quick cable tracing.

Android Apps: Users can download apps from the Link-Live app store to accomplish many tasks in addition to testing.
Collaborative testing for remote site troubleshooting

The EXG-200 EtherScope nXG has dedicated Wi-Fi and Ethernet management ports that empower a more experienced/knowledgeable remote engineer to control the EXG-200 EtherScope nXG to collaborate with technicians on-site.
At locations with no Internet service, the Wi-Fi Management Port can connect to a personal Wi-Fi hotspot for remote control, and upload results to the Link-Live Cloud Service.

Apart from providing remote access, the dedicated management ports are used for discovery to access to SNMP MIBs of devices via a management VLAN isolated from client VLANs, and conduct Ping/TCP Connect tests and iPerf tests.

Automated test results management
Serving as a centralized test results and instrument management system, the complimentary Link-Live Cloud Service transforms team workflows with the ability to quickly and easily log, document, and report test activity from any NetAlly LinkSprinter, LinkRunner AT, LinkRunner G2, AirCheck G2, OneTouch AT, and EXG-200 EtherScope nXG network testers. Once the tester is connected to the Link-Live Cloud Service, your test results are automatically uploaded to the dashboard for project management and reporting. You have the option of uploading additional files, screenshots, images, profiles, packet captures, location information, and comments anytime. Also, certain

NetAlly testers with AllyCare Support can receive firmware updates "over the network" from Link-Live as they become available.
An API is available to retrieve and integrate data from Link-Live into other management platforms, such as your troubleticket application or network management system. It gives you the ability provide proof-of-performance and better manage jobs and staff efficiency.

This unified dashboard of both wired and Wi-Fi network connectivity results enables you to:

• Reduce results management overhead for multiple testers and users
• Enables seamless collaboration between site personnel and remote experts
• Simplify report generation across media types for network deployment documentation
• Attach photos, user comments to each result, adding context for future changes and troubleshooting
• For asset management, ability to associate serial numbers of installed devices, and/or cable/walljack label to specific test results