Atec JDSU-SmartClass-Home - Manual (Page 5)

5
ethernet
The SmartClass Home includes a suite of Ethernet connectivity tests to help users
quickly identify connectivity issues on customer premises equipment (CPE) con-
nected to the network.
Port Discovery
The Port Discovery test displays the established link rate on the Ethernet connec-
tion between the SmartClass Home and a router. It also displays the available rates
and the signal-to-noise ratios (SNRs) of each active twisted pair. This information
helps technicians pinpoint connection issues between the CPE devices and the
premises router.
Ping
Ping tests let technicians verify network connectivity to a particular Internet Pro-
tocol (IP) or Universal Resource Locator (URL) address. They can also verify that a
particular location can reach either the Internet or a specific server on the network,
which lets technicians avoid using customer equipment or a laptop to perform sim-
ple connectivity tests.
Hub Flash
Hub Flash test is an additional Ethernet test available on the SmartClass Home
intended for locations with multiple Ethernet connections running to a central
device. The Hub Flash will cause the port light to flash on the hub/switch/router
indicating that the SmartClass is connected. This simple identification method
lets technicians quickly determine which port is connected to a particular run.
Wireless 802.11b/g
The SmartClass Home provides optional WiFi wireless 802.11b/g testing capa-
bilities to show the secure set identification (SSID), configured channel, 802.11
modulation, mode, and signal strength at the test location of each wireless
802.11b/g network in the area. It also indicates whether the network is secure
or vulnerable to security threats. This capability lets technicians properly set up
the subscriber’s network and troubleshoot wireless connectivity or issues with
websurfing speed.
Ping mode lets technicians verify connectivity around
and outside the customer premises
SmartClaSS Home v3
Wireless 802.11b/g test lets users verify that the
subscriber’s wireless network will work at a particular
location or troubleshoot wireless 802.11b/g
connectivity issues