XGS2 Chassis Platform

This chapter provides details about the XGS2 chassis platform, its specifications and features.

The 2-slot XGS2 chassis models - XGS2-SD, XGS2-SD2, XGS2-SDL, XGS2-SDL2, XGS2-HSL, and XGS2-HSL2 provide highly flexible and portable chassis that power load modules and test applications to create an Ixia test system. The XGS2 platform provides the foundation for a complete benchtop or rackmount test environment. The chassis platform supports Ixia applications for performance, functional, conformance, and security testing.

The XGS2 chassis platform has the following features:

The following are the four XGS2 chassis models:

XGS2 Chassis Bundle Part Numbers, Components and Application Support
Part Number Chassis Components Application Support

940-0014

XGS2-HSL and XGS2-HSL2
  • Chassis frame assembly
  • High Performance Controller Module
  • Fan assembly module
  • 2 Power supplies
  • Standard Star Topology Sync module
  • BreakingPoint
  • IxLoad
  • IxNetwork
  • IxExplorer (IxExplorer 9.00 or later for XGS2-HSL2)

940-0010 and 940-0017

XGS2-SD and XGS2-SD2

  • Chassis frame assembly
  • Standard Performance Controller Module
  • Fan assembly module
  • 2 Power supplies
  • Standard Star Topology Sync module
  • IxLoad
  • IxNetwork
  • IxExplorer (IxExplorer 9.00 or later for XGS2-SD2)

940-0013

XGS2-SDL and XGS2-SDL2

  • Chassis frame assembly
  • Standard Performance Controller Module
  • Fan assembly module
  • 2 Power supplies
  • Standard Star Topology Sync module
  • IxLoad
  • IxNetwork
  • IxExplorer (IxExplorer 9.00 or later for XGS2-SDL2)

All the XGS2 chassis bundles require selection of a free IxOS software version that is ordered separately. For the chassis bundles running Native IxOS operating system, the IxOS software version is 8.13 or later for XGS2-HSL, 8.40 or later for XGS2-SDL, and 9.00 or later for XGS2-SD2, XGS2-SDL2, and XGS2-HSL2. The chassis bundles provide improved modularity and access to the major components to reduce downtime in case of failure.

The XGS2-HSL chassis bundle is shown in the following figure:

The XGS2-SD and XGS2-SDL chassis bundles are similar and is shown in the following figure:

The side and front views of the XGS2-SD2, XGS2-SDL2, and XGS2-HSL2 chassis controllers are similar and are shown in the following figures:

Specifications

The XGS2 chassis platform model specifications are contained in the following tables.

XGS2 Chassis Platform Specifications

Slots

2 (compatible with Ixia XM Form Factor load modules)

Size

  • 17.5 in. width (19.0 in. with rackmount bracket installed) x 5.1 in. height x 26.5 in. depth
  • 3 rackmount units (3RU)

Weight

XGS2-HSL weighs 55 lbs. (25 kg)

  • 71.3 lbs. (32.4 kg) average shipping weight

XGS2-SD and XGS2-SDL weighs 53 lbs. (24 kg)

  • 69.3 lbs. (31.5 kg) average shipping weight

Chassis Power

  • Two single phase power supplies rated 20A@110VAC; 60/50 Hz

    or

  • Two single phase power supplies rate 10A@220VAC; 60/50 Hz
  • An additional power supply that can be purchased for redundancy

Timing Source

Internal or synchronized with another Ixia chassis, or external with the Ixia AFD1 appliance for a GPS time sources, or the Ixia AFD2 appliance for BITS and IRIG-B time format input with additional 1PPS input.

Metronome synchronization is supported on XGS2-SD chassis only.
For the XGS2-HSL chassis, it is supported with IxOS 8.13 and later.

For the XGS2-HSL2 chassis, it is supported with IxOS 9.00 and later.

Operating System

  • XGS2-SD Processor Module: Windows 7 Professional 32-bit version
  • XGS2-SD2 Processor Module: Windows 10 Professional 64-bit version

  • XGS2-SDL and XGS2-SDL2 Processor Modules: Native IxOS

  • XGS2-HSL and XGS2-HSL2 Processor Modules: Native IxOS

Chassis Controller Module

  • Field-replaceable
  • USB ports for connecting accessories

Temperature

  • Operating: 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C)
  • Storage: 41°F to 122°F (5°C to 50°C)

Humidity

  • Operating: 0% to 85%, non-condensing
  • Storage: 0% to 85%, non-condensing

Connectors per Processor Module

For SD, SDL, and HSL:

  • Video: HD-DB15 Super VGA
  • USB: Two Dual Type A, 4-pin jack connectors
  • Management: 10/100/1000 Ethernet RJ45
  • Serial: One RJ-45 RS-232 port

For SD2, SDL2, and HSL2:

  • Video: HD-DB15 Super VGA
  • Four USB 3.0 dual type A jack connectors
  • One SFP+ socket for future use
  • Management: 10/100/1000 Ethernet RJ45
  • Serial: One RJ-45 RS-232 port
  • Display Port 1.1 (video only)

Note: XGS2-HSL2 has the same interfaces as XGS2-SD2 and XGS2-SDL2.

Switches and Indicators

  • Power, Standby, Primary, External Clock
  • LCD screen with chassis status information
  • Two paired LEDs next to each slot position indicating slot power and card ownership

Fans

One field-replaceable fan-tray assembly that is easily installed and removed

Noise

XGS2 chassis models running at maximum fan speed capacity may produce noise levels up to 80 dB(A). This is measured per the GR-63- CORE, Issue 1, and paragraph 5.6.3 specification. The use of appropriate ear protection is recommended to protect against hearing impairment. Consult local health and safety regulations for recommended maximum exposure levels for noise and ear protection devices.

Note: Fan speed is variable and adjusted based on present load and temperatures within the chassis.

XGS2 Chassis Platform Installation Precautions

XGS2-SD, XGS2-SD2, XGS2-SDL, XGS2-SDL2, XGS2-HSL, and XGS2-HSL2 chassis installation precautions are as follows:

LEDs

The XGS2-SD, XGS2-SD2, XGS2-SDL, XGS2-SDL2, XGS2-HSL, and XGS2-HSL2 chassis have front panel LEDs for each load module slot.

 

Color Status Description

Green

Power

When the Power LED is flashing, the board is being detected or initialized.

The Power LED is illuminated when the board is powered.

Amber

In Use

The Active LED is illuminated when you have taken ownership of the load module. If you run traffic from IxExplorer, without taking port ownership, the In Use light is not illuminated.

 

The XGS2-SD, XGS2-SD2, XGS2-SDL, XGS2-SDL2, XGS2-HSL, and XGS2-HSL2 chassis have a single bi-color rear panel LED for each load module slot.

Color Status Description

Nil

Off

No AC input to PSU.

Solid Green

Power

The main output is ON.

The Power LED is illuminated when the board is powered.

Blinking Amber

Power Failure

Power supply failure (OCP, OVP, OTP, FAN FAULT).

Blinking Amber

In Standby

The main output is OFF.

AC present, Standby ON.

LCD Display

An LCD display is provided on the chassis to indicate the status of the chassis without an external display device (monitor). The LCD operates in two modes:

CPU Slot LED Definitions

The specifications of LEDs for the Processor module and the LEDs above the Processor module slot are shown in the following table:

Note: ESD Discharge: Operator intervention may be required to power cycle the unit or restart a software program in the event the unit is upset by electrostatic discharge.

 
  LED Color Description

On the chassis front face

MGMT LED

Yellow

The backplane is initializing

Green

The backplane has initialized

Processor module - front panel

Stdby Pwr LED

Green

5V Stand-by power is available

CPU Pwr LED

Green

CPU Card power is available

HDD Act LED

Green

Flashes when HDD has activity

Bkpln Link LED

Green

PCIe link to backplane is up

Processor module - Ethernet LEDs for each port

Link LED

Green

Port has linkLink and Activity LEDs are included for all Ethernet ports.

Act LED

Green

Flashes when port has activity

Supported Modules

The load modules that are supported on the XGS2 chassis platform are listed in the Product Compatibility Matrix:

XGS2-SD and XGS2-SD2: https://support.ixiacom.com/support-overview/product-support/product-compatibility-matrix

XGS2-SDL and XGS2-SDL2: https://support.ixiacom.com/support-overview/product-support/product-compatibility-matrix

XGS2-HSL and XGS2-HSL2: https://support.ixiacom.com/support-overview/product-support/product-compatibility-matrix

Hot-Swap Procedure

The XGS2 chassis platforms provide the ability of removing and reinstalling a load module without requiring the removal of power from the rest of the chassis. The process of removing/installing a Load Module does not impact either the operation of the OS or remaining load modules installed in the chassis.

The hot-swap procedure is detailed in Appendix D Hot-Swap Procedure.

Cooling Fan Speed Control

The XGS2 platforms – XGS2-SD, XGS2-SD2, XGS2-SDL, XGS2-SDL2, XGS2-HSL, and XGS2-HSL2 automatically monitor and measure the temperature of installed load modules. They automatically adjust the fan speed to maintain proper cooling.

Power outage recovery and Automatic booting scenario

The BIOS on the XGS2 platforms – XGS2-SD, XGS2-SD2, XGS2-SDL, XGS2-SDL2, XGS2-HSL, and XGS2-HSL2 is set to Power On after a power failure.

The XGS2-SDL, and XGS2-SDL2, XGS2-HSL, and XGS2-HSL2 chassis will start , boot into the Native IxOS operating system, and wait for the user to enter login credentials. At this point, the Ixia Web Platform should also be available for login.

Rack Mount Cautions


Caution:

If this unit is installed in a network equipment rack, please observe the following precautions:


  1. Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature: If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore, you must install the equipment in an environment that is compatible with the maximum allowable ambient temperature specified for the chassis (40° C).
  2. Reduced Air Flow: Install the equipment in a rack so that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not reduced. Do not block the front and back of the chassis, and leave approximately 8 inches of space, on the front and back of the unit for proper ventilation. The air flow clearance should be 8 inches on the front and back of the chassis.
  3. Mechanical Loading: Mount the chassis so that it is level in the rack and that a hazardous condition is not caused.
  4. Circuit Overloading: Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on over-current protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
  5. Reliable Earthing: Maintain reliable earthing (grounding) of rack-mounted equipment. Chassis frame should be screwed down to racks to ensure proper grounding path. In addition, pay special attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (such as use of power strips).
  6. Replacement of the power supply cord must be of the same type of cord and plug configuration that was shipped with the unit.