Description:
The SierraNet M328Q™ system provides for analysis and jamming of 10/25/40/50/100Gbps Ethernet and Gen 6 (32G) Fibre Channel data capture and protocol verification for developers & protocol test engineers in LAN, SAN, NAS and other Ethernet and Fibre Channel applications. Available with two QSFP28 FlexPorts™ for maximum configuration and utility, the SierraNet M328Q includes an easy to use, customizable software interface, large capture buffers, and the most advanced capture, triggering, impairment and filtering capabilities in the industry.
- 1U form-factor with rack mount kits
- Two QSFP+ FlexPorts, supporting 10/25/40/50/100Gbps Ethernet, and up to 32G Fibre Channel over optical or copper connections
- Advanced, multi-state triggering & filtering
- Digital Phy, re-timed capture
- Standard 128G recording buffer
- Dynamic memory allocation
- Extensive Ethernet protocols supported, including FCoE, NVMe/oF, RoCE and iSCSI
- Multiple trace view formats
- Seamless WireShark integration
- USB 3.0 & Gigabit Ethernet Host Interfaces for fast upload and easy management
The SierraNet M328Q™ is the most cost effective, advanced and fully integrated Ethernet and Fibre Channel data capture, protocol verification, and frame/data modification systems available for developers and protocol test engineers. The M328Q protocol analysis systems provide engineers with 100% recording of all Fibre Channel and Ethernet related traffic at full line rates on all ports while maintaining the link integrity through the digital probe technology.
Specifications:
Host Requirements: | Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows Server 2008 (R2) and Windows Server 2012; The latest Service Pack available for the associated Windows OS in use is required; (The 64-bit Windows version of the Operating System is recommended as this will allow more RAM use over 32-bit installations) Hard drive with at least 200 MB of free space for the installation of the software and additional space for storing recorded data; display with resolution of at least 1024 x 768 with at least 16-bit color depth; USB2.0 port and/or 100/1000Mbps Ethernet network interface. |
For optimal performance, please refer to our recommended configurations. | |
Connectivity: | A Gigabit (1000Mbps) Ethernet link is recommended for used with the SierraNet analyzers. At minimum the host machine should have either a 100/1000Mbps Ethernet connection to the network or a USB 2.0 port. If multiple analyzers are daisy chained and connected to the same host machine, one Ethernet connection or one USB port is required for each analyzer. |
Recording Memory Size: | Up to 128 GB |
Data Rates Supported: | 8, 16 and 32Gb/s Fibre Channel 10/25/40/50/100Gb/s Ethernet |
No. of Ports Supported: | 2-QSFP28 FlexPorts |
Cascade Capability | Up to 64 logical ports (8 SierraNet systems) |
Host Interface: | USB3.0 and 10/100/1000baseT Ethernet |
Front Panel Connectors: | 2-QSFP28 FlexPorts |
External Trigger IN/OUT | |
Front Panel Indicators | |
LEDs (Speed, Link, Status) for each TX & RX pair, Status LCD Panel, Power LED | |
Front Panel Controls: | Power ON/OFF, Menu Navigation and Selection Wheel |
Rear Panel Connectors: | AC Power, Expansion/CrossSync Port |
Included Accessories: | AC Power Cord, USB2.0 and USB 3.0 cables, Ethernet patch cable, 1-set QSFP28 to SFP28 DAC cables |
Dimensions (H x W x D): | Chassis: 44 x 432 x 358 mm (1.75” x 17” x 14.1”) |
With Bumpers: 52 x 455 x 367 mm (2” x 17.9” x 14.5”) | |
Weight: | 4.3 Kg (9.5 lbs.) |
Power Requirements: | 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 100W |
Environmental: | Operating: 0 to 55o C (32 to 131o F) |
Non-operating: -20 to 80 o C (-4 to 176 o F) | |
Humidity: 10 to 90% RH (non-condensing) |