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Fluke Networks' New NetTool adds NetProve diagnostics to isolate device and application connectivity problems 4 times faster (31/10/2006)

NetTool(tm) Series II Inline Network Tester provides proof that the network is operating properly or, if not, identifies the source of the problem

Fluke Networks announces the new NetTool(tm) Series II Inline Network Tester with NetProve(tm) diagnostics, to identify and isolate enterprise network and application connectivity problems more than four times faster than traditional methods.

The NetTool Series II's simple one-step NetProve test pinpoints problems so that technicians, regardless of skill level, can quickly and easily recognize the source of the problem. NetTool Series II helps identify whether the problem originates with a device, like a server, switch or router, or an application, like SMTP, FTP or HTTP. The NetProve test results can be saved as a report to document connectivity status.

NetTool continues to provide a unique view into the actual traffic between the network and end devices such as PCs, VoIP phones, access points, printers and copiers. With Series II that inline visibility is extended to include Gigabit Ethernet links. Inline testing allows easy identification of device and network configurations and performance issues, reducing troubleshooting time.

NetTool Series II is also a front-line VoIP management tool. Users can verify link readiness during pre-deployment planning, as well as troubleshoot problems on active networks by monitoring real-time VoIP traffic. Simple inline connectivity provides visibility into VoIP calls to quickly diagnose both IP phone boot-up and call control problems, and to measure key call quality metrics. Series II adds H.323 to existing SIP and SCCP support.

Also new to NetTool Series II is advanced Power over Ethernet (PoE) detection and measurement. NetTool can negotiate with Ethernet-based power-sourcing equipment (PSE), acting as a powered device and displaying both voltage and current delivered over the cabling. This eliminates the need for a separate PoE detector and makes PoE link characterization and troubleshooting faster and more accurate.

Built into NetTool Series II is an IntelliTone tone generator. This digital tone generator works with Fluke Networks' IntelliTone probe to safely and effectively locate cables, even on active networks and when terminated at a switch. This reduces the time needed for cable isolation and identification in typical LAN wiring closets by over 95%.

Product availability

NetTool Series II is available in two models: NetTool Series II Pro with NetProve and inline testing of 10/100/1000 networks, and NetTool Series II Pro VoIP, which adds the VoIP diagnostic option. Both models are available for immediate delivery from Fluke Networks' distributors and sales partners worldwide.

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