The Spirent Smart SMB6000B is a modular, rack-mountable network testing appliance delivering high port density across multiple interface types. Pre-loaded with interface cards, this chassis-based system supports up to 12 modules and enables comprehensive validation of network infrastructure, services, and equipment across Ethernet, POS, and Fibre Channel technologies. Control via Windows-based interface with multi-user capability and remote access over the Internet.
Technical Specifications
Chassis & Port Density
• Supports up to 12 modules
• Up to 96 × 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports
• Up to 24 × Gigabit Ethernet ports (including SmartMetrics™ variants)
• Up to 6 × 10 GbE ports
• Up to 12 × POS ports, OC-3c to OC-192c
• Up to 24 × Fibre Channel ports
• Customizable mixed-configuration support
Connectivity & Timing
• Control interface: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet to host PC
• RJ-45 expansion connectors for multi-chassis synchronization
• Optional GPS receiver support via external timing connectors
• NTP and GPS synchronization capabilities
Power & Environment
• Input: 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz
• Operating humidity: up to 80% RH
• Requires unimpeded airflow for chassis cooling
Physical Dimensions
• Rack-mountable form factor
• Depth: approximately 41.9 cm
• Weight: approximately 48 lbs (21.8 kg)
– Key Features
• Windows-based management interface supporting Pentium-class PCs running Windows 98/2000/NT/XP
• SmartAccess™ security management software
• Internet or local network remote control capability via SmartWindow
• RFC 1242 and RFC 2544 automated performance test support
• Multi-user operation enabled
– Typical Applications
• Network equipment manufacturing validation
• Telecommunications infrastructure testing
• Enterprise network evaluation
• Laboratory performance characterization
• Multi-protocol testing across Ethernet, POS, and Fibre Channel environments
– Compatibility & Integration
Supported software includes SmartWindow™, SmartLib™ Programming Library, SmartApplications™, AST II™, FaST Connect™, and SmartCableMo. Module diversity enables deployment across 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet, 10 GbE, and OC-3c to OC-192c POS infrastructure.
