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LinkRunner® 10G

LinkRunner® 10G

Portable 10G Ethernet Network Tester
The LinkRunner 10G, is a cost-effective portable Ethernet tester for copper and fiber 10 Gig networks that simplifies validation and configuration, and streamlines workflows by combining essential functions into a single, portable, ruggedized unit.

  • Install, test, verify, and troubleshoot technology upgrades, Multi-Gig (NBASE-T), and 10G networks with purpose-built hardware.
  • Physical layer testing includes cable (TDR) testing, toning, and wire mapping.
  • Supports LANBERT™ Media Qualification testing to quickly validate if your existing cable plant can support higher speeds.
  • Compatibility with standards-compliant SFPs enables test and validation of any wired media (copper or fiber).
  • Validate up to 90W 802.3bt PSE with TruePower™ loaded Power over Ethernet (PoE) test.
  • Delivers quick results for speedy problem identification and resolution, which reduces downtime and ensures timely network installations.

The LinkRunner 10G is the go-to tester for efficient network validation and troubleshooting. Its versatility, use of 3rd party apps, and ruggedness make it indispensable for any network professional.

Datasheet - LinkRunner® 10G

Datasheet - LinkRunner® 10G

Link Runner Family Comparison

Link Runner Family Comparison

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Datasheet - LinkRunner® 10G

Datasheet - LinkRunner® 10G

Link Runner Family Comparison

Link Runner Family Comparison

Key Features
  • Install, test, verify, and troubleshoot Multi-Gig (NBASE-T) and 10G networks using 3rd party apps and purpose-built hardware.
  • The LANBERT™ Media Qualification app generates and measures line rate Ethernet frames over your network’s wired infrastructure (copper or fiber), qualifying its ability to support higher speeds.
  • Line-rate capture up to 10Gbps ensures no packets are lost.
  • Layer 1-7 AutoTest helps technicians find network problems, while the periodic test mode monitors networks for intermittent issues, every minute for up to 24 hours.
  • Automatically discover devices in your network and generate topology maps* using Link-Live; identifies changes, uncovers security threats, and helps you keep documentation up-to-date.
  • Validate up to 90W 802.3bt with the TruePowerTM Power over Ethernet (PoE) test.
  • Two LinkRunner 10G units can be used to test network performance, capacity, QoS, and service provider SLAs between sites.
  • Compatibility with standards-compliant SFPs enables testing and validation of wired media (copper or fiber) for various use cases.

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Home Screen The LinkRunner 10G is the most cost-effective solution for 10 Gig network testing. LinkRunner 10G simplifies testing and configuration of copper and fiber Ethernet networks, streamlining workflows by combining essential functions of installation and triage in a single, ruggedized unit. Benefits: As a light-weight, handheld, multi-function instrument, LinkRunner 10G is perfect for remote site validation and troubleshooting, eliminating the need to purchase multiple testers, and the need to carry a fragile laptop PC or tablet. 3rd party apps make the user’s workflow more efficient, by expanding the usage of the instrument beyond testing, allowing the user to check trouble tickets, run speed tests, configure networked devices, and complete other tasks with its smartphone-like features.

LinkRunner 10G verifies copper media for Multi-Gig capability (1 / 2.5 / 5 / 10Gig), and provide root cause diagnosis when link speed downshifting occurs by measuring the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). Links out of spec are flagged with a warning.

With the expanding deployment of Multi-Gig switching (typically to feed greater bandwidth to Wi-Fi 6 access points), users are finding that their cable plant may not support the desired speed. Cable quality, length, installation workmanship, and noise in the environment all can contribute to “downshifting” to lower-than-expected speeds.

The LinkRunner 10G works as a test peer with the EtherScope nXG Network Performance Test (NPT) to 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, QoS, delay and jitter.

This performance test can be run at up to full line-rate in order to measure the top-end bandwidth and quality of your network from end-to-end, or for particular network segments. It can also be utilized to bench-test switches for optimal configuration prior to rollout into production. For troubleshooting on a production network (where excessive test traffic could be detrimental), many users will configure the NPT feature with a low stream of traffic (even just 128Kbps) in order to characterize network quality, identify possible packet loss, delay and jitter, and validate QoS.

Instantly see who & what is on the network and where they are connected, by switch, slot, and port number. Switch Management See interfaces, utilization, errors, discards, duplex, spanning tree (RSTP), recent reboots using SNMP monitoring

• Device Discovery – Discover all devices then search the inventory using powerful filters and sorts. Add name/authorization to any device.
• Topology/Path Analysis – Shows the L2 switch/L3 router path to any connected device
• Cloud-Based Remote Control (via Link-Live)

  • The Link-Live collaboration, reporting, and analysis platform stores test results and site data uploaded for automated reporting and documentation.
  • Simplifies report generation across media types for network deployment documentation.
  • Reduces results management overhead for multiple testers and users.
  • Enables seamless collaboration between site personnel and remote experts.
  • 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/wall jack label to specific test results.