All three modes are supported by nettest. Different test schemes are performed on the network device based on the mode selected.
Table 39-2 nettest Test Modes
Test Mode |
Supported? |
Description |
---|---|---|
Connection |
Yes |
Checks whether the device is connected. It searches through all the network interfaces for a specified device name. If nettest does not find the device connected the test fails, otherwise it returns: device is connected. |
Functional (Offline) |
Yes |
Performs all three tests (Random test, Incremental test, and Pattern test) sequentially. It allows you to specify options that will perform heavy stress testing. |