The Spirent SmartBits LAN-3200A is a dual-port Gigabit Ethernet SmartCard module that generates, captures, and analyzes network traffic for performance testing and infrastructure validation. This 1000Base-SX module operates at 850 nm over multimode fiber, delivering full-duplex operation at 1 Gbps. Housed in a SmartCard form factor compatible with SMB-600 and SMB-6000B/C chassis, it provides wire-speed Ethernet transmission and reception with integrated CRC error detection.
Technical Specifications
• Model: LAN-3200A
• Ports: 2 × 1000Base-SX Gigabit Ethernet
• Fiber Type: Multimode fiber
• Wavelength: 850 nm
• Data Rate: 1 Gbps full-duplex
• IEEE Standard: 802.3z
• Error Detection: Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC)
• Packet Length Range: 32–2048 bytes
• Capture Buffer Size: Up to 128 KB
• Interpacket Gap Adjustment Resolution: 32 ns
• Optical Connector: SC fiber connector
– Key Features
• Wire-speed traffic generation and capture at rated line rate
• Full-duplex simultaneous transmit and receive capability
• Precise interpacket gap control at 32 ns resolution
• High-density packet buffering for traffic analysis
• IEEE 802.3z compliance for Gigabit Ethernet performance validation
– Typical Applications
• Network device throughput and performance measurement
• Gigabit Ethernet infrastructure testing and validation
• Traffic simulation and load generation for network stacks
• Parameter evaluation of integrated Gigabit Ethernet devices
• Protocol conformance and data flow verification
– Compatibility & Integration
• Fits Spirent SMB-600, SMB-6000B, and SMB-6000C chassis
• Integrates with Spirent SmartApplications software suite
• Compatible with LAN-3100A modules for extended testing configurations
