Fluke Networks has unveiled the LinkIQ Duo Cable+WiFi+Network Tester, a compact device that merges cabling qualification with Wi-Fi 6E network testing, streamlining the process for technicians who no longer have to juggle multiple tools.
The innovative LinkIQ Duo not only offers advanced Wi-Fi testing capabilities but also addresses the evolving demands posed by the widespread adoption of Wi-Fi 6E technology.
By integrating cable testing with active network and Wi-Fi testing, the LinkIQ Duo simplifies the assessment of Wi-Fi environments, facilitating the installation and troubleshooting of wireless networks. This all-in-one tool eliminates the need for cumbersome tool swapping, providing technicians with a comprehensive solution for diagnosing Wi-Fi connection issues, assessing performance, and pinpointing access point details – all in a portable package suitable for various work environments.
The LinkIQ Duo empowers technicians to validate each component of the connection between a Wi-Fi user and the network to ensure optimal performance by:
- Evaluating the cabling performance between the network and access point at speeds up to 10 Gb/s, crucial for high-speed Wi-Fi network efficiency.
- Confirming connectivity to the switch and determining maximum data rates of the switch port.
- Verifying power availability for the task at hand.
- Ensuring connectivity to key assets like Wi-Fi controllers.
- Checking access point configuration and wireless environment operation.
In addition, the LinkIQ Duo identifies common configuration errors such as using unauthorized channels for the region, overlapping access points without low-power alternatives, and weak security settings.
The device features a shielded 8-pin modular jack compatible with 8-pin modular (RJ45) plugs supporting various data speeds and cable types, including twisted-pair cabling and multiple pair configurations.
Wi-Fi protocol diagnostics provided encompass:
- Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP)
- Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP)
- Fast Link Pulses (FLP)
- Internet Control Messaging Protocol (ICMP)
- Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
