The Net Chaser Ethernet Speed Certifier offers a complete solution to test and speed certify the data-carrying capabilities of Ethernet network cables up to 1 Gb/s by testing for noise in the network, detecting faultsin the cable wiring, and ensuring that cables are able to support the speed capabilities of active equipment.

• Speed Certification to IEEE standards 802.3
• Cable testing to TIA568A/B

The NetChaser's advanced discovery gives the clearest vision of network layout and interfaces betweenactive components like servers, switches, routers, etc. All the information is collected, stored, and ready for reporting. 21st century speed certification.

• Pings specific IPs or URL addresses
• DHCP
• Traceroute
• VLAN

Cable Testing

To certify Ethernet speed performance of cable runs, the NetChaser conducts Bit Error Rate (BER) tests (using Active Remote) by sending data packets down specified cable runs atdefined data rates to check for errors at the maximum throughput of the link. The Net Chaser reports on signal quality that can impact high-speed data transmission by measuring signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). Skew measurements report on the signal time delay between pairs that can impact Gigabit data transmission. Finally, the Net Chaser™ unit provides continuity testing that detects opens, shorts,miswires, split pairs, reversals, and high-resistance faultswhile accurately measuring distance to faults and total cable length.

Network Configuration and Capability Testing

The Net Chaser includes a comprehensive set of features for testing active network capabilities: measure Power over Ethernet (PoE) to ensure the correct power is available on the correct pins, use Port Discovery to ensure the correct speed and duplex capability are available; connect at gigabit Ethernet and run ping tests to verify connectivity to IP hosts; discover network devices using Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP) or Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP); VLANdiscovery; Traceroute function displays the path internet packets travel to reach a specified destination. The Net Chaser™ also saves test reports and exports to PC's.

Features

• Measures and displays length for each pair in feet or meters
• Improperly terminated cables are clearly displayed on a color graphical wire-mapping display
• Detects Length to Opens & Shorts
• Verifies Continuity for RJ45, and Coax cables
• Saves test results and easily uploaded to a computer
• Tone Generation
• ID Only remotes (Network and Coax) - up to 20 available
• Testing and ID Remotes - up to 8 available
• Active Ethernet (Link Capability & Link Status)
• Detects PoE/PoE+ and load test for voltage drop
• IPV4 Support (IPV6 available late 2014)
• VLAN Discovery
• Ping to a specific IP or URL address
• Ping up to 10 addresses at a time
• Link Light
• DHCP
• Discovers CDP and LLDP Protocols
• Traceroute

Specifications

What are included in this package?

Package Contents

• Net Chaser main unit
• Active remote
• Power supply (2)
• 4 GB SD card
• Micro USB
• #1 Testing network remote
• Network and coax remote set: #1-5, F-Conn coupler includes foam holder
• Network patch cable (2)
• Sacrificial cable (2)
• T3 hanging strap and clip (2)
• Large T3 carrying case

Specifications

FAQs

Q. What’s the difference between the Net Chaser and T3 Innovations’ Net Prowler?

A.The Net Chaser is a Speed Certification device that performs wirempap test, measures cable length, peforms a Bit Error Rate Test, Singal to Noise Ratio, and SKEW test to ensure that your cable will perform to it’s maximum speed rating up to 1 Gigabit per secod. The Net Prowler is designed to verify proper connectivity and distance to short. The Net Chaser and Net Prowler both haveadvanced active networking features. View the comparison chart here.

Q. Does the Net Chaser require annual calibration?

No, the Net Chaser does not require annual calibration bythe factory.

Why can't I get DHCP results in the Link Test or Network Test menus?

There may be a few of reasons why the Net Chaser cannot obtain DHCP. Make sure that use DHCP and Use DHCP DNS are selected in the settings menu, perform a VLAN test and make sure you are not connected to a tagged VLAN port. If you still do cannot get a DHCP, check to make sure the cable is connected to an active port.

Does the Net Chaser detect PoE?

Yes, The Net Chaser detects PoE and PoE plus, PoE mode and min/max voltages