A network emulation solution delivering signaling radio frequency (RF) and throughput testing for devices using Wi-Fi 7, including 4x4 MIMO 320 MHz bandwidth has been engineered by Keysight Technologies, Inc.
Source: Keysight Technologies, Inc.
As with any new wireless technology, device makers must perform extensive signaling RF and throughput on clients and access points (AP) to ensure Wi-Fi 7 devices work as intended when deployed. However, existing solutions require extremely complicated test setups with large number of Wi-Fi devices and network channels to emulate real-world operating conditions. The E7515W UXM Wireless Connectivity Test Platform for Wi-Fi addresses this challenge by giving RF engineers a turnkey solution that simplifies Wi-Fi 7 testing and provides unique physical (PHY) layer and media access control (MAC) layer insights.
Built on proven Keysight metrology, the test platform expands the capability to simulate Wi-Fi devices and traffic to cover new use cases on the latest IEEE 802.11be standards. The system emulates hundreds of clients at once — three-times more than existing solutions in the market — with traffic simulation without the need for additional equipment. This solution also supports Wi-Fi 7 4x4 MIMO 320 MHz bandwidth and performs Wi-Fi 7 signaling RF and throughput testing on clients and APs, including the latest 802.11 variants.
Analysis software to provides PHY/MAC-level information such as rate versus range, enhanced Rx sensitivity, radio unit (RU) sweep analysis, and full-rate throughput to generate relevant Wi-Fi signaling and RF throughput results. Testing is also simplified testing, as the system offers inherent synchronization, better repeatability, reduced time spent on cabling and test setup, higher automation, and faster debugging and reporting.
