The Agilent/Keysight NOVUS10/1GE8DP (944-1143) is an 8-port network load module featuring Dual-PHY technology that supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 1 Gigabit Ethernet, and 100 Megabit Ethernet speeds. Built on a 16-port SFP+/10GBASE-T platform, it delivers wire-speed Layer 2-3 traffic generation and real-time latency measurement for demanding network validation environments.
Technical Specifications
• Model: NOVUS10/1GE8DP (944-1143)
• Product Type: Network Load Module
• Port Configuration: 8-port enablement on 16-port module base
• Physical Interfaces: 8× SFP+ cages and 8× 10GBASE-T RJ45 ports (Dual-PHY)
• Supported Speeds: 10GE, 1GE, 100M
• Layer Support: Layer 2-7 (L2-7)
• Traffic Generation: Up to 40 Gbps application traffic per module; up to 480 Gbps stateful traffic within a 12-slot chassis
• Latency Resolution: 2.5 ns
• Packet Capture: Hardware line-rate capture at 10G, 1G, and 100M with decode capabilities
– Key Features
• Dual-PHY SFP+/10GBASE-T RJ45 integration in highest-density configuration
• Tri-speed port operation reduces total cost of ownership
• Feature and performance parity with Keysight 10GE and 1GE load modules
• Software field-upgradeable to 16-port NOVUS10/1GE16DP configuration
• Preamble customization support (length and data) on IxNetwork
• Purpose-built for high-performance, low-latency device testing
– Typical Applications
Optimized for Layer 2-7 protocol testing via IxExplorer, IxNetwork, and IxLoad. Supports L4-7 protocol coverage including video, voice, storage, and access applications. Delivers hardware packet capture and analysis across all supported speeds.
– Compatibility & Integration
Compatible with XGS series chassis families including XGS2-SD, XGS12-SD, XGS2-SDL, XGS12-SDL, XGS2-HSL, and XGS12-HSL configurations. Supports dual-rate SFP+ transceivers (10GBASE-SR/SW, 10GBASE-LR/LW, 10GBASE-LRM), passive copper DACs, and 1 Gigabit/100BASE-FX optical transceivers. Tcl and automation API access included.
