NetAlly EXG-300 Etherscope nXG Network Expert, Full Tri-Band

Features And Specifications

• Full Tri-Band (capability across the entire 6GHz band)
• Test, verify, and troubleshoot technology upgrades, NBASE-T, 10G and Wi-Fi networks with advanced testing apps and purpose built hardware
• Verify up to 10G Ethernet link performance for critical servers, uplinks and key end devices, and validate Wi-Fi network performance
• Supports full 2.4GHz and 5GHz spectrum analysis with the optional NXT Portable Spectrum Analyzer adapter.
• Empowers technicians who may not have access to network management systems or other engineer-level tools, to assess and document complex network deployments with multiple VLANs and Wi-Fi SSIDs
• Enables remote engineers to troubleshoot and collaborate with on-site technicians to solve tough problems at remote sites, saving time and cost of travel
• Seamlessly consolidate, analyze, and manage field test data, and integrate with network management systems via the Link-LiveTM Cloud Service
• Automatically discover and instantly generate a topology map of your wired and Wi-Fi networks using Link-Live cloud service; speeds troubleshooting and keeps network documentation up-to-date. Exports to Visio.
• Approximately 8 GB available for storing test results and user applications
• Supports Micro SD card storage - up to 32GB supported
• 5-inch color LCD display with capacitive touchscreen (720 x 1280 pixels)
• Interfaces RJ-45, USB Type-A and Type-C
• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack, typical operating life is 3-4 hours

EXG-300 Etherscope nXG Overview

The EtherScope nXG Portable Network Expert is an integrated, versatile handheld device designed to help engineers and technicians work more efficiently by quickly deploying, maintaining, monitoring, analyzing and securing WiFi, Bluetooth/BLE and Ethernet access networks. The user friendly interface allows techs to complete trouble tickets, run speed tests, configure networked devices, and complete other tasks with its smart tester features. Thanks to its ease of use, comprehensive insights, and remote control capabilities, engineers can effectively utilize field technicians' on-site presence to speed up the troubleshooting process.

AutoTest

NetAlly's AutoTest is the EtherScope nXG's most detailed testing application. It facilitates rapid execution of diverse test types and allows for the storage of test configurations and network access details for later use. The application is fully customizable, offering "profiles" for testing various network connections and wireless air quality, as well as "test targets" that are compatible with all profiles.

WiFi Channels Map

This feature offers a graphical depiction of channel usage for both 802.11 and non-802.11 signals across the 2.4/5/6 GHz bands. It displays the number of APs and clients, along with the retry percentage for each channel.

Path Analysis

Path Analysis identifies the network path, including switches and routers, from the EtherScope nXG (connected over WiFi or Ethernet) to a specified URL or IP address. It utilizes SNMP queries to pinpoint problems like overloaded interfaces and device errors, and maps the network connections, including those to external devices.

This tool is capable of conducting tests through any of the four network interfaces that are connected and have an IP address.

AirMapper Site Survey for WiFi and Bluetooth/BLE

AirMapper* enables EtherScope nXG users to swiftly collect WiFi and Bluetooth/BLE data based on location and generate detailed heat maps of performance metrics on the Link-Live platform.

The EXG-300, an upgraded EtherScope nXG model with WiFi 6/6E capabilities, facilitates both active and passive surveys on the 6 GHz band.

Users can upload a floor plan image (.png or .jpg) and calibrate the floor plan dimensions (in meters or feet), then start data collection by tapping on the plan. Comments can be added with a long press. The collected data is saved and uploaded to Link-Live for sharing and analysis.

*Active AllyCare Premium Support required for in-depth AirMapper visualizations and filtering, automatic problem identification via InSites intelligence, detailed topology map controls, and advanced reporting options in Link-Live.

Performance

EtherScope nXG's Performance app conducts UDP traffic tests through its wired interface, measuring network performance against NetAlly endpoints in terms of throughput, loss, latency, and jitter.

It also supports iPerf testing for TCP/UDP network throughput over the EtherScope nXG's WiFi or wired connections to an iPerf v3.0 server, such as the NetAlly Test Accessory (TEST-ACC).

Spectrum Analysis

With the optional NXT-1000 Mobile Spectrum Analyzer, EtherScope nXG analyzes RF interference in the 2.4 and 5.0 GHz bands, showcasing its effect on network performance. It provides real-time FFT, Spectrum Density, and Spectrogram visualizations for comprehensive interference analysis.

LANBERT Media Qualification App

NetAlly's LANBERT app quickly evaluates the transmission quality and bandwidth capacity of copper and fiber networks, supporting various rates on both mediums. LANBERT generates and measures the transmission of line rate Ethernet frames over your network cabling infrastructure, qualifying its ability to support 1G/10G on fiber and 100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G on copper links. This assessment requires two compatible NetAlly devices.

What's in the Box

• EXG-300 (FULL TRI-BAND)
• One year of AllyCare support (EXG-300-1YS)
• Li-ION battery
• AC Charger with country power cords (G3-PWRADAPTER)
• SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module, Multimode (SFP+MR-10G850)
• Inline RJ-45 coupler
• WIREVIEW 1
• Quick Start Guide
• Shoulder bag