User`s manual

Chapter 1 Overview
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1.6.10.2 Performance Monitoring
Performance monitoring capabilities includes collection of statistics for the
application layer, as well as for the physical layer for the user and network ports.
1.6.10.3 Diagnostic Test
The maintenance capabilities include the following functions.
 STM-1 network links: local and remote loopback
 Ethernet: local loopback
 E1 tributaries: local and remote loopback
 The duration of the loopback can be limited, by specifying a time-out interval
after which the loopback is automatically disconnected.
 Ping for IP connectivity testing.
The loopback enable rapid and efficient isolation of the equipment unit causing the
problem, thereby enabling rapid restoration of service. Error free test is less than 1
in 10
12
bits.
1.6.10.4 Physical Characteristics
The MUXpro is a compact unit (only 1U high). One or two units can be installed
side by side in a 19” rack, using appropriate rack-mount kits.
Cooling is by free air convection. In addition, the MUXpro has a miniature internal
cooling fan. The air intake vents are located on the side walls, and the exhaust
vent is located on the rear panel.