Transceivers & Cables

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Transceivers

Transceivers come in a multitude of formats and are a ubiquitous part of most networks and server rooms. Small form-factor (SFP) and enhanced small form-factor pluggable (SFP+) remain the standard for 1GE and 10GE Ethernet but are making way for the next generation that support speeds up to 800GE such as QSFP-DD and OSFP.

Cables

Network cabling remains an intrinsic part of connecting devices in Local Area Networks (LANs). The performance and reliability of twisted pair, coaxial and fiber optic cables can determine the same parameters of the network.

Valkyrie are ideal for validating the performance and interoperability of these essential networking components.

Xena’s test solutions for Transceivers and cables

Broad range of test modules

Xena offers a selection of test modules for testing all Ethernet speeds from 10Mbps to 800Gbps.

Our range includes the latest Ethernet technology with 112G-based SerDes and PAM-4 in our Freya product line. For testing and debugging AN/LT protocols we offer our dedicated FreyaCompact ANLT Test Appliance.

Easy-to-use software

Xena’s test solutions include feature-rich software for generating Ethernet traffic and analyzing the result. The primary tool is ValkyrieManager.

There are also test suites for running standard tests such as RFC2544, RFC2889, RFC39118 and Y.1564, and specialized AN/LT tests along with a comprehensive range of powerful scripting and test automation options such as Xena OpenAutomation (XOA), an open-source test automation framework featuring a Python API that runs on any OS.

Robust chassis choices

Choose between the robust scalable 4U ValkyrieBay with space for up to 12 test modules, or the small, easy-to-transport 1U ValkyrieCompact with just one test module.

Exceptional value

All our solutions include the Xena Value Pack which consists of 3 years’ SW updates, 3 years’ HW warranty, free online/email support for the lifetime of the product and free product training.

Together with our low port-pricing, this represents significant savings on the TCO of your Ethernet traffic generation and analysis solutions.

White Papers

… for this industry

The quest for signal integrity when testing 400G using 112Gbps SerDes White Paper

Testing 400GE using 112Gbps SerDes

Here's how to test signal integrity of 400GE traffic using 112Gbps SerDes.

Automotive Ethernet Testing

The automotive industry is finally going digital. Initiatives like the BroadR-Reach 100 Mbit/s Automotive Ethernet standard seek to minimize the weight and cost of electrical cabling – now the 3rd largest weight component.

Quality Assurance Testing

How Valkyrie can be used for Quality Assurance testing of Ethernet products up to Layer 3.

Production Line Testing

Any organization that produces Ethernet networking components will perform a variety of performance, functionality, and quality of service tests. While many of these tests take place at the R&D stage, companies that ...

PAM4 Auto-Neg & Link Training

Learn about Auto-Neg & Link Training on PAM4/NRZ and how Valkyrie can test these functions, together with Teledyne Lecroy's spectrum analyzer.

Traffic Generator Upgrade

Learn how to extend the capabilities of your Valkyrie traffic generation and analysis solution using a L1 Matrix from CGS Tower Networks.

Terabit Ethernet - Why?

In this, the first of two White Papers exploring Terabit Ethernet, we look at the commercial factors driving the development of Terabit Ethernet and 800G.

How to Test Electrical Cables Running 112G SerDes Ethernet

This White Paper explains how signal degradation can be prevented using equalizers and forward error correction algorithms, together with different cable types like DACs, ACCs and AECs .

100G PON

Xena's Valkyrie platform made it easy for BT to verify the performance of their new 100G PON solution. PON is an access network technology that ensures high-speed network access to business and private users.

The Shared Lab Challenge

Learn more about how a Lab-as-a-Service solution will give users of shared labs an efficient and seamless way to utilize shared lab resources improving both CapEx and OpEx.

Introducing Xena PHY for Layer 1 Testing of 112G SerDes

A new way to test Layer 1 features when using 112G SerDes PAM4

Terabit Ethernet - How?

The new White Paper dives into the technical details. Called "Terabit Ethernet - How", it covers how Ethernet speeds beyond 400Gbps require changes to the Ethernet physical layer as well as the implications for first movers in this pre-IEEE standardization phase.