EtherScope® nXG

Ethernet Network Tester & WiFi Diagnostics Tool

EtherScope® nXG

Ethernet Network Tester & WiFi Diagnostics Tool

Taking on the complexity of ever-changing access networks, EtherScope nXG is a powerful network tester & WiFi diagnostics tool that helps engineers and technicians to quickly deploy, maintain, monitor, analyze and secure WiFi, Bluetooth/BLE and Ethernet access networks.

  • Verify up to 10G Ethernet link performance for critical servers, key end devices, and validate WiFi network performance.
  • Supports LANBERT™ Media Qualification testing to quickly validate if your existing cable plant can support higher speeds.
  • Portable network analyzer for WiFi surveying (with AirMapper™ Site Survey), troubleshooting, diagnostics, and security audits in the 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands.
  • Supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz spectrum analysis with the optional NXT Portable Spectrum Analyzer adapter.
  • Automatically discover and instantly generate a topology map of your wired and WiFi networks using Link-Live™ reporting and analysis platform.
  • Enables remote engineers to troubleshoot and collaborate with on-site technicians to solve tough problems at remote sites, saving time and cost of travel.

Speed up your workflows and improve end user experience with the industry’s first handheld analyzer for Ethernet network troubleshooting and analysis, WiFi  surveying, and security audits.

Key Features

*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.

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The EtherScope nXG is a WiFi and 10G wired network analyzer. It has a dedicated set of Ethernet and WiFi management interfaces which support remote control and additional testing. It has a Bluetooth/BLE radio, and advanced test apps downloaded from the Link-Live collaboration, reporting, and analysis platform can use these interfaces for testing and communication purposes.

Benefit:
As a lightweight, handheld, multi-function instrument, EtherScope is perfect for remote site validation and troubleshooting, eliminating the need to purchase multiple testers, and the need to carry a fragile laptop PC or tablet. Apps make the user’s workflow more efficient by expanding the usage of the instrument beyond testing, allowing the user to check trouble tickets, run speed tests, configure networked devices, and complete other tasks with its smartphone-like features.

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WiFi and 6GHz Support

With the introduction of the 6GHz band, how Wi-Fi validation and troubleshooting is done has changed – necessitating new technology to test and validate these networks.

  • Validate actual network performance by using a native 802.11ax radio
  • Gain visibility into wireless security threats on the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands.
  • Enables packet captures of WiFi 6 control, management, and data frames in all 3 bands
  • Diagnose WiFi and 6GHz mechanisms of Reduced Neighbor Reports (RNR), Preferred Scanning Channels (PSC), and multi-BSSID beacons
  • Authenticate using the latest security standards of WPA3 and Enhanced Open

 
RF Spectrum Analysis and Interference

Trying to pinpoint the source of WiFi interference on a wireless network is hit or miss with the wrong tools. Using the optional NXT-1000 Portable Spectrum Analyzer adapter, EtherScope nXG offers a view of RF interference in the 2.4 and 5GHz bands, plus visualizes its impact on the wireless network’s overall performance. Users of AirMagnet Spectrum XT (now discontinued) will find the combination of spectrum visibility in a handheld instrument with in-depth WiFi analytics and ideal replacement.

Verify network capacity, performance and QoS, and easily capture packets for detailed application analysis.

  • Performance Test app simultaneously generates and measures up to eight streams of IP-based traffic through the Ethernet test port to load the network with up to full 10G line-rate traffic, testing for packet loss, delay, jitter, and end-to-end QoS
  • Supports popular iPerf network throughput testing for WiFi and Wired networks
  • Capture wired or wireless traffic to PCAP files for escalation evidence or analysis, with simple but powerful – filtering and slicing controls
  • LANBERT™ Media Qualification app 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

Users of AirMagnet WiFi Analyzer (now obsolete) will find that they can now easily capture WiFi packets for in-depth analysis of management, control, and data frames (and even decrypt traffic) with their preferred packet analysis solution.

Instantly see what is on the network and where it is connected, by switch, slot and port number. Identify changes in connected devices and links, and quickly investigate and locate “suspect” devices and identify problems associated with device misconfigurations.

  • Discover network devices across multiple VLANs and WiFi SSIDs through four WiFi and Ethernet interfaces upon power up.
  • Powerful filter and sort function with automatic problem detection identifies issues such as:
    • Duplicate IPs;
    • Congested switch ports;
    • Oversubscribed WiFi channels/SSIDs;
    • Security threats, such as unknown clients, or access points with open authentication;
    • Path Analysis shows the switch/router path to any connected device;
    • Batch authorization workflow makes it easy to identify known vs. unknown devices, enabling “who’s on my network” auditing.

 

Test automation speeds and simplifies validation and troubleshooting – so more people can solve more problems, faster.

  • AutoTest profiles for WiFi and wired networks that can be customized for your network, then standardized across the organization
  • Execute multiple AutoTest profiles that shorten test time to verify multiple VLANs and WiFi SSIDs.
  • Define and assign groups of targets to AutoTest profiles to validate performance using ping, TCP Connect, Web, or FTP.
  • Packet capture from WiFi and Ethernet to PCAP.
  • AutoTest results can be automatically uploaded to Link-Live for reporting, analysis, and documentation.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

WiFi regulatory compliance implementation of the 6GHz spectrum varies by country. EtherScope nXG 300 models are available in three versions: Full Tri-Band (capability across the entire 6GHz band), Partial Tri-Band (capability for only certain channels in the 6GHz band as determined by 802.11d regulatory domain information), and Dual Band Only (for countries where operation in the 6GHz band is not allowed.) Be sure to select the model that is certified for use in your specific country. Please contact your NetAlly reseller for more information.

The models shown below are for the “Full Tri-Band” version. Replace “EXG-300” with the following for the other model types:

• EXG-300E Partial Tri-Band
• EXG-300C Dual Band Only (2.4/5GHz)

Model Number/NameDescription
EXG-300EtherScope nXG Portable Network Expert
Includes: EXG-300 mainframe (FULL TRI-BAND) with one year of AllyCare support (EXG-300-1YS), Li-ION battery, G3-PWRADAPTER, SFP+MR-10G850, Inline RJ-45 coupler, WIREVIEW 1, Quick Start Guide, and Shoulder Bag.
EXG-300-KITEtherScope nXG Portable Network Expert Professional Kit
Includes: EXG-300 mainframe with one year of AllyCare support (EXG-300-1YS), NXT-1000 Spectrum Analyzer, G3-PWRADAPTER, EXG-LR10G-HOLSTER, SFP+MR-10G850, SFP+MR-10G1310, RJ-45 inline coupler, EXT-ANT-TRIBAND, TEST-ACC, WIREVIEW 1-6, Quick Start Guide, and Medium Softcase.
EXG-300-KIT-2PKIncludes: (2) EXG-300-KIT. Each unit comes with one year of AllyCare support (EXG-300-1YS). Purchase two EXG-300-1YS for an additional 1 year of AllyCare Support, or two EXG-300-3YS for an additional 3 years of AllyCare Support.
EXG-300-LR10G2-KIT

Etherscope nXG 10G Performance Kit

Includes: (1) EtherScope nXG (EXG-300-KIT) and (1) LinkRunner 10G (LR10G-200-KIT)
Purchase LR10G-200-1YS and EXG-300-1YS for 1 year of AllyCare support
Purchase LR10G-200-3YS and EXG-300-3YS for 3 years of AllyCare support

EXT-ANT-TRIBAND2.4/5/6GHz directional antenna for use with AirCheck G3 Pro and EtherScope nXG
Model Number/NameDescription
NXT-1000NXT Portable Spectrum Analyzer, USB based 2.4GHz/5GHz spectrum analyzer for EtherScope nXG 
ALLY-SPACKSling-style shoulder bag can hold one tester and accessories, with other pouches and compartments for various tools or personal items
G3-PWRADAPTERAC Charger replacement/spare for EXG-300 mainframe with country power cords.
EXG-LR10G-HOLSTERHolster for EXG-300, EXG-200, and EXG-200-CE mainframe
SFP+MR-10G850SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module, SX/SR, 1G/10G, 850nm, Multimode
SFP+MR-10G1310SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module, LX/LR, 1G/10G, 1310nm, Singlemode

Datasheet

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EtherScope nXG Product Datasheet
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Flyers

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EtherScope nXG Product Flyer
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EtherScope nXG Model Comparison
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AllyWare Common Technology Guide
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EtherScope nXG & AirCheck G3 Product Comparison
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EtherScope nXG & Optiview Comparison Chart
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NXT Portable Spectrum Analyzer
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AirMapper Ecosystem Flyer
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AirMapper Site Survey Flyer
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NetAlly Product Selection Guide
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AllyCare Premium Support Services Flyer
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EtherScope nXG 300 Product Review
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Brochure

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NetAlly Corporate Product Brochure
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Manuals

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EtherScope nXG Quick Start Guide (English)
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EtherScope User Guide v2.7 (English)
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EtherScope User Guide v2.5 (Simplified Chinese)
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EtherScope CE User Guide v2.7 (English)
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EtherScope CE User Guide v2.5 (Simplified Chinese)
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AllyWare™ v2.7.1 Release Notes
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Compliance and Safety (English)
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Compliance and Safety (Multilingual)
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Software

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EtherScope nxG Software Updates
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NPT Reflector Software Download
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General
Dimensions 4.05 in x 7.67 in x 2.16 in (10.3 cm x 19.5 cm x 5.5 cm)
Weight 1.677 lbs. (0.76 kg)
Battery Rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack (7.2 V, 6.4 A, 46 Wh)
Battery life Typical operating life is 3-4 hours (Battery life from full charge varies depending on the feature being used); Typical charge time is 3 hours
Display 5.0-inch color LCD with capacitive touchscreen (720 x 1280 pixels)
Host Interfaces RJ-45 Cable Test and Management Port
USB Type-A Port and USB Type-C On-the-Go Port
SD Card Port Supports Micro SD card storage – up to 32GB supported
Memory Approximately 8 GB available for storing test results and user applications
Charging USB Type-C 45-W adapter: 100-240 Vac, 50-60 Hz; DC Output Power 15 V (3 A)
Media Access Copper: 10M/100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G
Fiber SFP Adapters: 1G/10GBASE-X
Supported IEEE Standards Wired: 802.3/ab/ae/an/bz/i/u/z WiFi: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
PoE: 802.3af/at/bt, Class 0-8 and UPOE
Cable Test Pair lengths, opens, shorts, splits, crossed, straight through, and WireView ID
Wireless
EtherScope nXG has two internal WiFi Radios: Testing – 2×2 Tri-band 802.11ax wireless radio, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax compliant Management – 1×1 Dual-band 802.11ac Wave 2 + Bluetooth 5.0 and BLE wireless radio, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant.
Specification Compliance IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11ac, 802.1ax
WiFi Connectivity 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11ac, 802.11ax
Operating Frequencies NOTE: These are the center frequencies of the channels that the EtherScope nXG tester supports. Frequencies of channels received and transmitted: 2.4 GHz band: 2.412 – 2.484 GHz (channel 1 to 14)* 5 GHz band: 5.170 – 5.320 GHz, 5.500 – 5.700 GHz, 5.745 – 5.825 GHz (channel 36 to 165)* 6 GHz band: 5.925 – 7.125 GHz (channel 1 to channel 233)* *NOTE: Where allowed my country regulations.The tester transmits only on the frequencies allowed in the country where it is operating.
Antennas
Internal WiFi Antennas Minimum gain 2.0 dBi peak in the 2.4 GHz band, 1.5 dBi peak in the 5 GHz band, and 2.7 dBi peak in the 6 GHz band.
External Directional Antennas Antenna, frequency range 2.4 to 2.5 GHz, 4.9 to 5.9 GHz, and 6.0 to 7.1 GHz Minimum gain 6.4 dBi peak in the 2.4 GHz band, 8.9 dBi peak in the 5 GHz band, a 8.6 dBi peak in the 6 GHz band
NPT Reflector Agent
Supporting Operating Systems Windows® 8.1, Windows® 10, Windows® 2008-R2, Windows® 2012, Windows® 2012-R2, Windows® 2016 and Windows® 2019
Minimum Hardware Requirement
Processor 1 GHz or better CPU
RAM 1 GB or more RAM
Hard Disk 1 GB available space
Network Interface Ethernet and/or WiFi

NOTE: All new EXG-300 mainframes are sold with the first year (1 year) of AllyCare support included. Additional year(s) of support may be added. Product registration and activation is required within 30 days of first power-on.

Certain features and capabilities of this product are enabled by having an active AllyCare Support services contract. For more information about this product’s AllyCare enabled features please click here. At the end of your existing contract, you must renew your AllyCare Support contract to continue utilizing the features described.

Use these support model numbers for extending support at time of purchase or for support renewal.

Model Number/NameDescription
EXG-300-1YS1-year AllyCare support for all EXG-300 models, including full tri-band, “E” (partial tri-band), and “C” (dual band 2.4/5GHz only) SKUS: EXG-300, EXG-300-KIT, EXG-300-KIT-2PK (covers only a single unit), EXG300-LR10G-KIT (covers EXG-300 only)
EXG-300-2YS2-year AllyCare support for all EXG-300 models, including full tri-band, “E” (partial tri-band), and “C” (dual band 2.4/5GHz only) SKUS: EXG-300, EXG-300-KIT, EXG-300-KIT-2PK (covers only a single unit), EXG300-LR10G-KIT (covers EXG-300 only)
EXG-300-3YS3-year AllyCare support for all EXG-300 models, including full tri-band, “E” (partial tri-band), and “C” (dual band 2.4/5GHz only) SKUS: EXG-300, EXG-300-KIT, EXG-300-KIT-2PK (covers only a single unit), EXG300-LR10G-KIT (covers EXG-300 only)