Define Test Parameters
Select this option to open the Test Result Information dialog box. You can configure the test result parameters before collecting them. The data provided in this dialog box is saved in the report template that you create and appears in the saved Test Result file. You can update information on the test objective, and the test highlights and also select the type of test result that will be created (Summary / Detailed test result.) In addition, you can also provide specific information on the Device under Test (DUT) to be added to the report.
The fields and controls available in this dialog box are described in the following table:
Section | Field | Description |
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Config collection options |
Collect Summary |
Select to collect the data for a summary test result |
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Collect Detailed |
Select to collect the data for a detailed test result |
DUT |
DUT Name |
Type the name of the device under test. For example, the router or the switch that is tested. |
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DUT Hardware Version |
Type the hardware version of the device under test. This helps to track the test result for a particular device for later use. |
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DUT Software Version |
Type the software version of the device under test. This helps to track the test result for a particular device for later use. |
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DUT Serial Number |
Type the serial number of the device under test. |
Test Highlights |
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Type the main highlights of the test result. |
Versions |
IxLoad Release |
This field shows the current release number of the Ixia product that is installed (and it’s not editable). |
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IxLoad Version |
This field shows the current release version of the Ixia product that is installed (and it’s not editable). |
Test Goals |
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Type the main objective of the test for later reference. |
Advanced options |
Compress test result |
Select to compress the file size of the test result immediately after collecting the result. If you select this option, IxReporter will automatically reduce the size of the test result file so that it occupies lesser space on the hard disk. This will help to manage the collected test results' storage size. By default, the Compress test result check box is cleared. |
The Test Result Information dialog box contains default values for most of the options. It is not mandatory to provide additional field information. If you do not provide additional information, the report is generated with the default values and information.