How to use Smart Loopback


Applies to

Netblazer / Power Blazer modules

Introduction

This procedure will help to configure the device for a smart loopback test.

Procedure to follow

Steps to use the Smart Loopback

1. Open the Mini Toolbox app:


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2. Open the Netblazer/Power Blazer app:


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3. Open the Smart Loopback app in the list of applications:


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4. Once you are in the test configurator menu, the Modify Structure option allows the selection of the interface rate and select OK:


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5. In the Test Configurator, you can change and verify the interface, the network, and the SFP+ info:


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6. The next menu is the smart loopback menu. The Mode determines at which layer the Smart Loopback address/port swapping operation will be:
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7. Start the test. Traffic data will be presented in the Results screen