Why you need Fiber and Copper Certification. Presenter: Wayne Allen Role: Technical Manager Fluke Networks

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1 Why you need Fiber and Copper Certification Presenter: Wayne Allen Role: Technical Manager Fluke Networks

2 What is driving IT today?

3 IT is Changing The IT industry is full of Buzz words! Cloud, SDN, SAN, BYOD, SaaS, SLA s to name a few Wi-Fi is becoming all pervasive Plus we want our requested data at near instantaneous speeds. That requires higher data rates that require new technologies. New technologies require attention to the testing regime for them to work correctly.

4 IT is Changing What is the LAST thing we think of when we discuss these Buzz words in relation to these emerging new technologies? Layer 1! The physical Layer! Our data cabling! the foundation of our networks Build your network on a poor foundation Disaster! This can t be fixed with the latest and greatest server, or the fastest switch around. Cabling is how we move our packets around our Data Centres, through our buildings and across countries.

5 Layer 1 is Changing This it? No longer is it just that blue cable in the wall, or that aqua fibre over there! For many years 1GB Ethernet has been considered good enough. Enter Mobility and BYOD! It is now prolific. We resorted to Wi-Fi as the preferred delivery medium» Now we needed more Wi-Fi capacity Enter ac Wi-Fi technology with bandwidth promises 1.3Gbps Phase 1, up to 6.9Gbps Phase 2, yet our cabling delivers 1GB Ethernet There are a lot of wires in Wireless! Recently published TIA document, TSB-162-A suggests 2 * Cat 6A minimum per TO that provides the drop feeding the Wireless Access Point!

6 Layer 1 Data Rates (PHY Speeds) are Changing To meet the need for speed new PHY rates are being proposed 10GBase-T is here, requires Cat6A Copper Cabling or OM3/OM4 fibre 25GB and 40GB are being proposed,» 40GB is 30m Channel length max 100GB is being proposed on laser optimized MMF, 4 wavelengths. Nbase-T being proposed by a consortium led by Cisco enabling the reuse of existing data cabling at higher throughputs. 2.5GB on Cat 5e, 5GB on Cat 6.» Now we can support most implementations of ac on existing cables As we push more data over our cabling, the more critical it will become for our data cabling to be performing correctly!

7 Standards Update

8 Why Standards? Why you should care about standards Ensures that the cabling system works properly Ensures interoperability between products Levels the playing field by offering a known experience Ensures cabling system is easy to use and maintain Combines knowledge of many of the best industry experts in their respective fields Standards are an inexpensive way for you to learn from the experts and apply their knowledge to your projects.

9 The state of Test Standards Taiwan uses the TIA Standards formulated in the USA by the Telecommunications Industry Association. ANSI/TIA-568-C standards are about to be updated to 568-D! ANSI/TIA-1152 Requirements for Field Test Instruments and Measurements for balanced Twisted-Pair Cabling

10 Fiber Certification requirements (TIA-568-C) Tier 1 (required, mandatory) Testing loss: each optical fiber link is measured for its attenuation with an OLTS Dual wavelength in a single direction is required Verifying length: length verification may be obtained from cable sheath markings or via the OLTS Tier 2 (optional) Tier 1 tests plus OTDR trace for cable attenuation and component losses Launch conditions Encircled Flux: The light source is to meet the launch requirements of TIA B

11 TIA Recently Published ANSI/TIA 4966: Educational Facilities (2014) This standard addresses the unique characteristics of educational facilities, and includes plans for wireless coverage in all buildings. The recommended cabling media are Category 6A and OM3 fiber, to support the requirement for extensive WLAN coverage. Common theme with all the latest standards Copper should be Cat6A minimum Fibre should be OM3 minimum

12 TIA Work in Progress TIA 568 C.2 1 Category 8 (2015) 24 m permanent link with 2 x 3 m cords support to support 40GBASE-T. Testing procedures are incomplete, and not developed enough to be used in the field yet. TIA TSB-184: PoE for Twisted Pair Cabling Revised guidelines include 4-pair PoE, 60W Standard coming

13 TIA Work in Progress TIA TSB-5018: Distributed Antenna Systems specifies recommendations for DAS cabling infrastructure including cabling topology, architecture, design and installation practices, test procedures and components. TIA 862 B: Cabling for Intelligent Building Systems (2015) All types of building automation systems. Guidance for modified permanent link (direct connections to equipment), no TO.

14 Structured Cabling Certification

15 Evolving Challenges Once upon a time, that blue Cat 5 cable used to rule supreme! Today we have a plethora of cabling options for copper solutions Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6a, Class F (Cat 7) and Class Fa (Cat 7a) For fibre we can choose multiple types with varied connectors Usually OM3 or OM4 for Multimode with LC or SC connectors 12 or 24 core trunk cables with MPO/MTP terminations and utilizing cassettes with LC output terminations becoming more common. OS1 or more recently OS2 Singlemode with LC or SC connectors Many vendors can now also supply MPO/MPT trunks and cassettes similar to the above MMF solution.

16 Controlling the Challenges We are often asked; By Network Owners How can I ensure that my cabling solution will deliver on its promise? How can I ensure I have been supplied with real cable, not fake cable? By Installers How can I ensure that I am delivering the best possible product to my customers and differentiate myself from my competitors? By Manufacturers How do I ensure the product that I have supplied is installed correctly so that I can deliver, confidently, my system warranty?

17 Controlling the Challenges The good news! There is a single solution to all those questions. TESTING and CERTIFICATION

18 What does Certification provide Certification test tools make measurements and compare results to industry cabling standards They measure NEXT, Return Loss, Propagation Delay, PSELFEXT and many other parameters across a standards-specified frequency band for copper installations They measure insertions loss (attenuation) of fibre links and analyze connector faces for defects. They provide PASS or FAIL results on the cabling according to standards specifications They provide complete test results documentation, required as proof to building owners that the cable was installed correctly They ensure that cabling installations meet warranty specifications of cabling OEM s

19 Where are the tests defined? TIA-1152 for Copper Cabling Defines how we are to test Balanced Twisted Pair Telecommunications Cabling Two Link Models Tier 2 Channel Testing Tier 1 Testing Permanent Link TIA-568-C.0 mandates Tier 1 testing with Tier 2 Optional TIA B and TIA defines our reference methods for testing Multimode and Singlemode fibre. Fibre has the same link models as copper. Tier 1 Testing is Loss Only via Light Source and Power Meter or OLTS Tier 2 Testing is Tier 1 Testing PLUS an OTDR Trace.

20 Channel and Permanent Link A Channel is made up of the Permanent Link, plus Patch Cords, Cross Connects and Equipment Cords. Therefore it can be 2, 3 or 4 transitions. Fibre or Copper. Equipment Cord Equipment Racks Consolidation Point Permanent Link Channel Link TO C P Patch Cord

21 Channel and Permanent Link Testing - Copper Channel Link Measurement Permanent Link Measurement

22 Channel and Permanent Link Testing - Fibre SM Couplers SM Couplers Patch Cords Test Reference Cords Patch Cords Test Reference Cords Test Reference Cords Test Reference Cords Permanent Link Testing Channel Link Testing

23 Fiber Testing is easy! The approach may have looked complex, but it really takes just a few simple steps to be testing fibre in a professional manner. 1. Cleanliness is everything, you must Inspect all end faces of connectors that are going to be under test and Clean if necessary. 2. Set your reference using the appropriate Reference Method, 1 Jumper Reference is the preferred method for MM and SM Fibre. You MUST use Test Reference Cords (TRCs), standard patch cords have too much loss! 3. Connect your test instruments and reference cords to the link to be tested. Test Away!

24 Inspecting and cleaning is a must! Dirt is the number cause of fiber network failure! Particles of dust and debris trapped between fiber end faces cause signal loss, back reflection, and damaged equipment Dirt can damage fiber end-faces Dirty end-faces can cross containment other fibers Good Connector Fingerprint on Connector Dirty Connector

25 Inspecting and cleaning is a must! Always clean your fiber end-faces or ports before connecting! Use the correct cleaning products Wet to dry cleaning is ALWAYS better Wet Cleaning Supplies Click pens are ideal for ports and patch cords Click Cleaners

26 Automated End-face grading Allows testing to industry standards IEC No more confusion about whether the fiber is good or bad Eliminates human subjectivity from the measurement Reduces fiber inspection time

27 Setting the Correct Reference Tier 1 Often Called Optical Loss Testing Most often done with an OLTS (Optical Loss Test Set) today. Allows testing of Duplex fibers (two fibers) Provides loss and length Easy to do in the field Set the reference using TRCs Verify your TRCs Connect to the link under test Initiate Test Done!

28 Building on our heritage Digital Cat 6 Tester Fibre Test Cat 6 Tester Certifying DTX Series Cable (Microtest Modules for (Microtest OTDR for Tester DSP Series Cat6, 6a & 7 Omni 1) fiber LANs CertiFiber MM Cat 5 Tester (Microtest) Digital Cat 6 Cable Tester DSP-4000 Omni 2) Digital Cat 6 Cable Tester DSP-4100 Permanent Link for DSP & Omni Digital Cat 6 Cable Tester DSP-4300 Fibre Test Modules for DTX Series nd Generation Fibre Test Modules for DTX Series GB Ethernet ANEXT Test Industry Std test Ref Jack SALSA on PL Compact OTDR for Cable Testers DTX CertiFiber LSPM Kit MultiFiber PRO first 12 core LSPM for MPO/MPT OptiFiber PRO OTDR for fibre LANs And Now?

29 Introducing the Versiv Platform from Fluke Networks.

30 The Versiv Platform - Versiv Cabling Certification Platform - DSX CableAnalyzer for Copper Certification - CertiFiber Pro Optical Loss Test Set - OptiFiber Pro OTDR Taptive Gesture-based User Interface for speed & simplicity Modular Design: Copper Fiber Loss OTDR Inspection ProjX Management System Managing files, limits and testers FI-7000 Fiber Inspector

31 Interchangeable modules Fiber Certification Certifiber Pro Copper Certification DSX-5000 OTDR Certification OptiFiber Pro Camera for End Face Inspection

32 Why Versiv Taptive User Interface ProjX Management System LinkWare Software

33 Taptive Interface Powerful and intuitive interface - drill down into the details with a touch.

34 ProjX Management System Easy to set up, minimize test limit errors/better manage multiple projects. Create new project for different jobs, locations or customers. Easily define project requirements ahead of time. Store jobs in LinkWare for each transfer to other Versiv testers.

35 LinkWare Live Quickly get accurate test results to LinkWare PC to generate reports

36 DSX-5000 Independently Verified

37 Vendor Endorsements All Major Global Solutions providers have endorsed our new platform!

38 Faster Cat. 6A Test:

39 Test times Cat 5e / Class D 9 seconds Cat 6 / Class E 9 seconds Cat 6A / Class E A 10 seconds Class F A 14 seconds These times are +/- 0.6 seconds. The shield test takes an additional 0.6 seconds, so Cat 6A U/UTP is more like 9.9 seconds and Cat 6A F/UTP is more like 10.5 seconds First test you run after power up adds 1.5 second as it loads and exchanges calibration data from the remote unit

40 Ready for Today s and Tomorrow s Requirements Shield integrity Shield continuity historically is a DC measurement. The DSX-5000 reports distance to shield integrity issues using a patented AC measurement technique. Addresses the issue that grounded racks in a data center will show the shield connected, even when it isn t. TCL, TCTL, ELTCTL, CDNEXT, CMRL balance measurements: Specified in ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 & TSBs. Specified in ISO/IEC 11801:2010 Important for successful 10GBASE-T. Resistance Unbalance: Specified in IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at. Specified in ANSI/TIA-568-C.2. Specified in ISO/IEC 11801:2010. Important for successful PoE operation. These measurements are currently not specified as a field measurement because industry experts thought it could never be done in the field. The DSX-5000 CableAnalyzer is the FIRST FIELD TESTER to measure them!

41 CertiFiber Pro Optical Loss Test Set: FAST -Tier 1 Certification CertiFiber Pro Optical Loss Test Set Singlemode, Multimode, Quad modules Built-in VFL Auto Pass/Fail analysis Innovative New Features 3 sec Autotest Encircled Flux compliant out of the box Guided set-reference wizard Dual wavelength measurement on single fiber Integrated USB inspection camera

42 Avoid OLTS Testing Errors with Intuitive Setup 1 jumper reference 2 jumper reference 3 jumper reference

43 CertiFiber Pro s Set Reference Wizard Simplifies the Set Reference process Walks the user through the procedure and TRC verification Eliminates Common Negative Loss results which occur when the reference is incorrectly set.

44 CertiFiber Pro is Encircled Flux Compliant out of the Box TSB 4979: Practical Considerations for Implementation of Multimode Launch Conditions in the Field Telecommunications System Bulletin An advisory document likely to end up in ANSI/TIA-568-D.3 Helps users understand Encircled Flux and the options for implementation

45 FI-7000 FiberInspector Pro 2-second automated PASS/FAIL certification of fiber end-faces Certify to industry standards IEC Eliminate human subjectivity from end-face measurements Save end-face views during certification process

46 OptiFiber Pro Certifying OTDR: Simplicity -Tier 2 Certification Event Map: Alternative trace presentation of link topology Reduces need for OTDR expertise Icons designate the type of fiber event One-tap gives access to all event details

47 Industry Innovation with SmartLoop! Patented methodology by Fluke Networks Allows two links to be tested simultaneously bi-directionally. Halves testing time and allows easy link averaging within LinkWare PC software. Competitors need two OTDR units to do what Fluke Networks can do with one OTDR!

48 SmartLoop test configuration 30cm Fly lead needs -50dB Reflectance or better, acts as sacrificial cable to spare ends of launch and tail cable from wear. 30cm is within dead zone, so will not be seen. End 1 Launch Cable First Direction Test Near end Patch Panel or FOBOT Fiber A Far end Patch Panel or FOBOT High Quality SM Couplers to connect fly lead with launch or tail cable, can be a dual coupler. Tail Cable Fiber B Fiber Optic TX/RX Pair under test bi-directionally SmartLoop Launch/Tail Cable End 2

49 SmartLoop test configuration 30cm Fly lead needs -50dB Reflectance or better, acts as sacrificial cable to spare ends of launch and tail cable from wear. 30cm is within dead zone, so will not be seen. End 1 Launch Cable Second Direction Test Near end Patch Panel or FOBOT Fiber A Far end Patch Panel or FOBOT High Quality SM Couplers to connect fly lead with launch or tail cable, can be a dual coupler. Tail Cable Swap fly lead from launch to tail cable as prompted and press DONE on OTDR Screen Fiber B Fiber Optic TX/RX Pair under test bi-directionally SmartLoop Launch/Tail Cable End 2

50 SmartLoop results Fibre A Test Results Fibre B Test Results Two Fibers tested at the same time and in both directions! CAN YOUR CURRENT OTDR DO THIS?... No! Fluke Networks Innovation again!

51 The most significant differentiator in the innovative Versiv offering! Versiv and LinkWare Live turn advantages into profits

52 LinkWare Live focuses on TAKING CONTROL of test results management and Project and Test Creation

53 Point to remember Linkware Live Essentials is FREE and will always remain a free service.

54 LinkWare Live Upload Test Results from a tester to the cloud Download Test Results from the cloud to LinkWare Desktop for reporting Configure Projects and Tests via a web browser Upload them to the cloud Have the Technician download the new Project and Tests from the cloud into the tester You never need the tester back in the office again! Validate the results coming back from the field If the test is changed or wrong or the cable IDs are changed or wrong, LinkWare Live will tell you!

55 Questions

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