V-TEST

 

The V-TEST feature qualifies network TCP/HTTP protocol performance by testing Internet speeds up to a full line rate against a server to verify the maximum download and upload data rates attainable by subscribers' high-speed or Gigabit Internet services.

 

Basic V-TEST

When the MTX150x Lite is powered on the test set automatically loads the V-TEST (VeEX Internet Speed Test) application using nearby Ookla servers as the default.

 

Run a Speed Test

Press and hold the Power button for two seconds, until a confirmation tone (beep) is heard, and the VeEX logo appears on the screen, then release the power button.

The test set will take a few seconds to boot up, automatically start the V-TEST (VeEX Internet Speed Test) application, detect the link, auto-configure and get an IP address. The Basic V-Test defaults to use Ookla's speedtest.net servers for the speed test.

Once ready, the Basic V-TEST screen displays with a GO button in the center. This indicates that the test set is ready to test.

To turn the test set OFF, press and hold the Power button until two confirmation tones (beeps) are heard.

 

By default, the test set always starts in BASE-T copper mode , as indicated by the Test Mode Selection button. It can detect 10GBASE-T, 5GBASE-T, 2.5GBASE-T, 1000BASE-T and even legacy 10/100BASE-T automatically.

 

Changing Test Modes (Copper ↔ Fiber)

By default, the test set starts in copper (RJ45) mode and it can detect 10GBASE-T, 5GBASE-T, 2.5GBASE-T, 1000BASE-T and even legacy 10/100BASE-T automatically.

 

 

 

Basic V-TEST

ISP & Sponsored Server Selection Modes

V-TEST or Speedtest® verify/certify the Internet Access data rates which are the rates advertised by the Internet (access) Service Provider (ISP), from the customer's premises to the point of entry to the Internet. For that reason, the selection of the centralized speed test server is very important.

Before starting the Download and Upload throughput tests, the test set pings nearby servers, then it generally selects the one that has the fastest ping response. However, all the nearby Ookla® servers would be a combination of ISP-owned or sponsored servers, and some other servers that are hosted by independent companies, which may reside outside of the footprint of the ISP providing the service. Testing to a server that is not owned/sponsored by the ISP may not guarantee reliable test results, since the server has not been vetted by the ISP providing the service.

Turning the ISP/Sponsor Match setting ON, instructs the test set to prioritize the server search for servers that are sponsored by the ISP and select one of these servers for testing. If no ISP-sponsored servers are found, then the test set would carry out its normal search for the fastest ping-response server.

 

 

Creating New Server Profiles and Server Lists

1. From the Setup tab, select Manual from Server Selection Mode.

2. Press to switch to the Full V-TEST screen and access more test details. The different tabs provide access to detailed test Results (Summary, Status, Graphs), Setup (manual configuration), and offers buttons for direct access to other related troubleshooting test tools. Tap on the blue magnifying glass icon to go back to the Basic V-TEST View.

   More about Advanced V-TEST Modes

   Server Selection Modes

   • Ookla® Speedtest®

   Speed Test Modes

   Auto Mode: This is the default and recommended mode, and it is also known as "Speedtest Powered" mode. It automatically selects the best speedtest.net server from lists maintained by Ookla. It will scan nearby servers in the local market and test to the server with the fastest (lowest latency) response.

   Manual Mode: Manually select a specific Server ID from a list of public Ookla servers. A list of all nearby servers is displayed automatically. The corresponding server ID and server information (URL/IP, location, and ISP) are also provided.

   • VeEX Managed – Perform internet speed tests by manually selecting servers from lists created and maintained by VeEX. These non-public lists are created for specific customers. The Update button is used to update the servers' list. Internet access is required to receive the server lists maintained by VeEX.

   • User Managed – Advanced users can perform internet speed tests by manually selecting servers from pre-configured lists, using the Manual mode. In User Managed mode, enter the server IP/URL and save it to a server list that can be maintained and managed on its own. Options to modify or delete server lists are available under Server List Manage.

   • Manual – Advanced users, with detailed knowledge of their Speedtest servers, can manually add their own servers, test files and maintain their own server lists. Enter the IP/URL of the server to test. If TCP port number 8080 is used, there is no need to enter a Path and File name. Port 8080 is used by Ookla netgauge servers, therefore the proper Speedtest handshaking will take place between the test set (client) and Ookla server. If TCP port number 80 is used, the correct Path and Filename need to be entered.

   Tap to switch to the Basic V-TEST view.

3. Tap Update and select a file to transfer. The File Name and Path will populate into the field. After setting up the new server profile, tap the Add To Server List drop-down menu. Save as new creates a new server list and adds the current server profile to that list. The option to add the profile to an existing server list is also available.



Server Named FREMONT Can Be Added to server1


4. Server profiles and server lists created from here are available in Server Selection Mode > User Managed.

FREMONT and server1 appearing in User Managed

Starting a V-TEST

Select a server from User Managed or VeEX Managed. Enabling Ping mode simultaneously runs a Ping test. Ping Response results will appear under the Results tab. Tap GO to initiate testing. The download test starts first, followed by the upload test. 

V-TEST - Results - Status

 

V-TEST - Results - Http Graphs