The flukey business of network diagnostics

Value 8
 
Performance 10
 
Usability 10
 
Documentation 10
 
Design 10
 
Having access to a portable network and cable testing device can be a lifesaver for a network technician, but the high price of most testing tools makes it tough for a manager to justify purchasing more than one or two. Fluke Networks' lightweight NetTool provides managers with some financial relief and technicians with a potent portable analysis tool with great battery life. Full Review

Great design; Easy to use; Good battery life; Detects common network problems quickly

Unreasonably high price for inline version

Key Features
Media Access: 10BaseT and 100BaseTX

Identifies: 10BaseT, 100BaseTX (full or half-duplex), Token Ring (4/16 Mbps), phone (tip and ring)

Cable tests: Wiremap, cable length, opens, shorts, and split pairs.

Power: Removable alkaline batteries, optional rechargeable NiMH batteries or optional AC adaptor. (Approximately 20 hours continuous use with four alkaline batteries.)

Dimensions: 12.7 x 7.6 x 4.3 cm

Weight: 210 grams

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