Content
Legacy SONET − An overview
- DSn networks and their limitations
- Benefits of synchronization
- SONET networks
- Definition
- Rates and format
- Network elements
- Configurations and protection schemes
Legacy SONET testing applications using EXFO’s FTB/IQS-8115/8120/8130
- Continuity test
- BER test
- Error sectionalization
- Signal auto-detection
- Alarm and error processing
- Round-trip delay
- Synchronization
- Protection switching
- Remote management
- Scripting
Prerequisites
Methodology
The first part of this course consists of lectures using PowerPoint presentations and demonstrations, while the second part provides practical training hands-on testing exercises using EXFO’s FTB/IQS-8115/8120/8130 SONET/SDH analyzers.
Documentation
Attendees will receive a binder containing copies of presentations and other printed handouts, if applicable. When available, a CD containing the electronic version (PDF format) of the presentation, as well as related application notes, will also be provided.
Schedule
Part 1: Theory
Overview of legacy SONET
Lunch
Part 2: Hands-on session
Legacy SONET testing applications using EXFO’s FTB/IQS-8115/8120/8130