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== Introduction ==
== Introduction ==


The new ANSI/TIA 568-D.2 test paradigm Modular Link Terminated Link (MPTL) requires the use of one Patch Cord Adapter wich is not included in any Versiv test kit.
The recent ANSI/TIA 568-D.2 and ISO/IEC 14763-4:2021 test paradigm Modular Link Terminated Link (MPTL), Direct Attached Cabling (DAC) and modular plug terminated End-to-End (E2E) requires the use one (in case of MPTL) or two (in case of DAC and E2E) Patch Cord Adapter.  


The ISO/IEC 11801 equivalent for this paradigm is expected to be introduced with the next update of this ISO standard.  The additional test adapter you will need are the same. 
Fluke Networks DSX Series CableAnalyzer - including kits - do not ship with these Patch Cord Adapters, so you need to purchase these separately.
 
Please contact your Fluke Networks partner to get a quote.
 
 


== Solution ==
== Solution ==


 
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{{#invoke:Message box|ambox |type=content|text=Permanent Link or Channel adapters (which are provided with the DSX), can support multiple Categories or Classses of links.  For example, a Cat 6A adapter can test a Cat 5e/Class D link.)  However, standards require that the jack in the Patch Cord adapter match the category of the field-installed plug you’re testing.  As a result, Fluke Networks have to manufacture different Patch Cord adapters for 5e, 6, or 6A – and you’ll need to choose the one(s) you need.}}


You'll need one Patch Cord adapter per pair of DSX modules for MPTL testing.


Patch Cord Adapters are suitable for all DSX models:
These Patch Cord Adapters are suitable for all DSX models:


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The same adapters are also available is sets of two.
 


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{{#invoke:Message box|ambox |type=content|text=Like the tip of the Permanent Link adapter, the jack of a Patch Cord adapter need to be replaced when damaged or worn-out.}}


 


In case the RJ45 jack is end-of-use and needs replacement, these are the spare parts you need:
In case the RJ45 jack is damaged and needs replacement, these are the spare parts you need:


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These are only available is sets of two.
 
These spare parts always come as a set of two.
 
Not replacing a worn-out or damaged RJ45 jack may lead to incorrect test results.
 
 
Please contact your regular Fluke Networks distributor or reseller to get a quote.

Latest revision as of 08:36, 7 February 2025

Introduction

The recent ANSI/TIA 568-D.2 and ISO/IEC 14763-4:2021 test paradigm Modular Link Terminated Link (MPTL), Direct Attached Cabling (DAC) and modular plug terminated End-to-End (E2E) requires the use one (in case of MPTL) or two (in case of DAC and E2E) Patch Cord Adapter.

Fluke Networks DSX Series CableAnalyzer - including kits - do not ship with these Patch Cord Adapters, so you need to purchase these separately.

Solution


These Patch Cord Adapters are suitable for all DSX models:

Model Desription
DSX-PC5E Single Cat 5e Adapter with Shielded Cat 5e Patch Cord Jack Installed
DSX-PC6 Single Cat 6 Adapter with Shielded Cat 6 Patch Cord Jack Installed
DSX-PC6A Single Cat 6A Adapter with Shielded Cat 6A Patch Cord Jack Installed



In case the RJ45 jack is damaged and needs replacement, these are the spare parts you need:

Model Desription
DSX-PCTAC5EKS Set of two Shielded Cat 5e Replacement Patch Cord Jacks
DSX-PCTAC6KS Set of two Shielded Cat 6 Replacement Patch Cord Jacks
DSX-PCTAC6AKS Set of two Shielded Cat 6A Replacement Patch Cord Jacks


These spare parts always come as a set of two.

Not replacing a worn-out or damaged RJ45 jack may lead to incorrect test results.


Please contact your regular Fluke Networks distributor or reseller to get a quote.