The Spirent SmartBits SMB-6000B is a modular, chassis-based network performance analysis system engineered for high-density testing of network devices and infrastructure. Equipped with the SMB-0001A controller card, this 12-module chassis delivers port density and supports flexible configurations across Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10GbE, POS, SmartMetrics, and Fibre Channel interfaces. It executes automated, large-scale performance validation per RFC 1242 and RFC 2544 standards and scales to 512 synchronized chassis for ultra-high port density testing.
Technical Specifications
• Chassis: Spirent SmartBits SMB-6000B with SMB-0001A controller card
• Module Capacity: Up to 12 modules
• Maximum Port Configurations:
– 96 × 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports
– 24 × Gigabit Ethernet ports
– 6 × 10GbE ports
– 12 × Packet over SONET ports (OC-3c to OC-192c)
– 24 × SmartMetrics Gigabit Ethernet ports
– 12 × Fibre Channel ports
– Mixed port types supported
• Scalability: Up to 512 chassis synchronized via multi-chassis extension units; daisy-chain capable
• Host Control: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection to PC; Windows-based interface; Telnet support; 10/100/1000 Mbps testing port
• Timing: GPS, NTP, and external 10 MHz clock support
• Multi-user Operation: Supported
• Physical Depth: 41.9 cm (16.5 inches)
– Key Features
• Industry-highest port density in single chassis
• RFC 1242 and RFC 2544 automated performance testing
• SmartWindow, SmartLib, and SmartApplications software bundled
• SmartAccess security included; optional LockBar module security accessory
• External clock input via BNC connector for latency timestamping
• GPS receiver connectors for synchronized timing
• RJ-45 expansion connectors for multi-chassis interconnection
– Typical Applications
• Network equipment manufacturing and QA validation
• Evaluation laboratory testing
• Telecommunications service provider environments
• Large-scale automated testing scenarios
– Compatibility & Integration
Host connectivity via 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (RJ-45). Multiple chassis interconnect via RJ-45 expansion connectors. GPS timing and external 10 MHz clock supported for precision synchronization.
