Description: Network and Application Testing Network Device
Part Number | AXON |
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Category | Industrial Equipment |
Manufacturer | Spirent |
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The Spirent AXON is a network and application testing solution with a compact, rack mountable form factor. It is specifically designed to withstand environmental conditions and offers active cooling, making it suitable for easy deployments in wiring closets, desktops, or Data Centers. The AXON supports a wide range of bandwidths, from 1 Mbps to 10 Gbps, providing complete flexibility for testing in various locations, edge environments, and network cores. With its advanced capabilities, this device enables high-performance network testing and modeling across the entire network landscape, covering Infrastructure, Network Services, and Applications.
One of the key advantages of the AXON is its user-friendly design and rapid deployment features, setting it apart from other solutions in the industry. It leverages browser-based technology and an HTML5 interface, allowing it to be managed easily from any compatible device, regardless of location. The AXON eliminates the complexities associated with network testing by offering an affordable solution that comes pre-configured with ready-to-use tests. Active monitoring capabilities save time and optimize resource utilization, resulting in cost-effective, efficient, and highly available enterprise-class networks. All tests are meticulously designed to focus on network performance testing, modeling, and troubleshooting.
The AXON sports a sleek, compact, and durable design, featuring a custom-filled and ruggedized case that ensures easy transportability. It supports both internal and external time sources, and offers a range of two to four port densities, as well as wired and fiber (SFP) interface types, guaranteeing industry-leading accuracy in test results. The AXON can be conveniently placed on a desktop or mounted in a rack, and it is easily transported using the custom-designed hard shell travel case. Its portability makes it an excellent choice for multi-location testing, while its quick startup and deployment enable immediate testing initiation. By eliminating the need for expensive equipment and consultant engagements, this device helps users save both time and money.
With the AXON, users can perform comprehensive end-to-end network testing by placing the device anywhere within a network where Ethernet is available, allowing for the identification and resolution of potential issues. It is particularly useful for proactively troubleshooting infrastructure updates and bandwidth changes from service providers. The AXON incorporates advanced clocking technologies, including internal test platform time stamping and NTP synchronization between devices, ensuring highly accurate test results. Moreover, it has been designed to be compatible with HTML5 browsers on any device, further enhancing its accessibility and usability.
Ports Per Chasiss | 4 x 1 GE or 2 x 10 GE |
Optical Transceiver | 10 GE: SFP+, 10GBASE-SR (Standard) or 10GBASE-LR (Optional) |
Operational Modes | LAN, with DIC on (10 GE) |
User Reservation | Per Appliance |
Operating Temperature | 32° F to 86° F (0° C to +30° C) |
Power Input | 110 or 230 VAC (Auto-Switching) |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 2.1” x 17.25” x 10.725” |
Weight | 12 lbs (Without Mount Brackets) |