netAlly LinkRunner G2 Enhanced Smart Network Tester User Guide

June 8, 2024
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Tester LinkRunner® G2
Enhanced Smart Network Tester

LinkRunner G2 Enhanced Smart Network Tester

Enhanced AutoTest diagnostics for copper and fiber Ethernet networks

LinkRunner® G2
Enhanced Smart Network Tester

Key Features

  • Discover nearest switch name and port information via CDP/LLDP/EDP and verify link speed/duplex and connectivity to TCP/IP network with AutoTest
  • Validate up to 90W Power over Ethernet (PoE) in one AutoTest – useful during IoT, VoIP and Wi-Fi deployment
  • Install and run preferred Android-based apps for speed tests, device configuration, and workflow management with smartphone-like features
  • Automate reporting and enable collaboration with test result upload and management via Link-Live™ Cloud Service netAlly LinkRunner G2 Enhanced Smart Network Tester 1

Overview

The LinkRunner G2 simplifies network validation and configuration of copper and fiber Ethernet networks, streamlining workflows by combining essential functions of installation and triage in a single, ruggedized unit. Accelerate deployments, speed problem identification, and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of network operations with this next-generation Android-based tester. The LinkRunner G2 features an intuitive design that runs Android-based apps with smartphone-like features.

Key Features
Discover Nearest Switch

  • Uses LLDP, CDP & EDP
  • Displays nearest switch info:
    – Switch name, model, and IP address
    – Switch chassis, slot and port#
    – VLAN’s supported
    – Duplex and speed
    – Signal strength
    – Connection (MDI or MDI/X)
    – Graphical representation of power on pairs

Power over Ethernet

  • Validate loaded PoE performance

  • Load circuit to stress:
    – Switches
    – Cabling and patch panels

  • Measure voltage and pairs being used

Link-Live™

  • Test results uploaded to the free Link-Live Cloud Service
  • Dashboard of wired connectivity results
  • Document network

AutoTest

  • Li-ION battery can be charged via PoE
  • Performs connectivity tests in seconds
  • Quickly and accurately validate network health
  • Test includes:
    – Link speed and duplex
    – RX pair, polarity and signal level
    – 802.1x authentication
    – Discover nearest switch/slot/port and all VLANs provisioned
    – DHCP discovery with Option 43/60/150 support
    – Gateway and DNS server availability and responsiveness
    – Ping or TCP port connectivity to unlimited user defined targets

Reflector & Tools

  • Cable test (wiremap, open & short) & IntelliTone™ cable tracing
  • VLAN monitor that shows traffic distribution of top 9 VLANs
  • Packet capture up to 2G Bytes

Models & Accessories

Model Number/Name Description
LR-G2 Includes: (1) LinkRunner G2 with Li-ION battery, power supply with

regional power plugs, WireView Cable ID #1, Inline RJ-45 coupler, USB 2.0 to Micro USB cable, 8G Micro SD card, coupler, Quick Start Guide, and small soft case.
LR-G2-1YS| 1 year AllyCare Support for LR-G2, LR-G2-KIT, LR-G2-LS-KIT (covers LR-G2 only) and LR-G2-ACKG2-CBO (covers LR-G2 only)
LR-G2-3YS| 3 year AllyCare Support for LR-G2, LR-G2-KIT, LR-G2-LS-KIT (covers LR-G2 only) and LR-G2-ACKG2-CBO
(covers LR-G2 only)
LR-G2-KIT| Includes: (1) LinkRunner G2 with Li-ION battery, power supply with regional power plugs, WireView
cable ID #1-#6, Inline RJ-45 coupler, USB 2.0 to Micro USB cable, 8G Micro SD card, holster,
accessory pouch, coupler, Quick Start Guide, and medium soft case.
LR-G2-LS-KIT| Includes: (1) LinkRunner G2 with Li-ION battery, power supply with regional power plugs, WireView Cable ID #1, Inline RJ-45 coupler, USB 2.0 to Micro USB cable, 8 G Micro SD card, Quick Start Guide, (2) LinkSprinter, and (2) LinkSprinter holster, and small soft case.
LR-G2-ACKG2-CBO| Includes (1) LinkRunner G2 with Li-ION battery, (2) power supplies with regional power plugs, automoblie power charger, WireView Cable ID #1-#6, Inline RJ-45 coupler, (2) USB 2.0 to Micro USB cable, 8G Micro SD card, (2) holsters, accessory pouch, (1) AirCheck G2 Wi-Fi Tester, (1) Test Accessory, Quick Start Guides, external directional antenna, and soft carrying cases (small, medium, large).

Specifications

General 3.8 in x 7.7 in x 1.6 in (9.7 cm x 19.6 cm x 4.1 cm)
Dimensions 18 oz (0.51 kg)
Weight Rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack (3.6 V, 6 Ah, 21 Wh)
Battery Typical operating life is 4 hours. Typical charge time is 3 hours.
Battery life 5.0 in color LCD with capacitive touch screen (480 x 800 pixels)
Display 1-key elastometric (power only)
Keypad Micro USB on-the-go port
Host interface USB 2.0 Type A port
USB port Supports Micro SD
SD card slot Pair length, crossed, reversed and distance to open, short,

split
Cable test| Digital tone: [455 KHz]; Analog tones: [400 Hz, 1 KHz]
Tone generator| RJ-45 copper port 10/100/1000BASE-T. Fiber adapter port. Fiber port supports standard SFP.
Ports| AC input 90-264 V AC 48-62 Hz input power DC output 15 Vdc at 2 amps or RJ-45 via PoE
External AC adapter/ charger|

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References

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