LinkRunner™ AT Network Auto-Tester

LinkRunner AT Network Auto-Tester is the fastest way to solve network connectivity problems. This rugged, handheld network tester takes the guesswork out of troubleshooting with its complete one-button AutoTest. AutoTest performs your required set of connectivity tests in 10 seconds, enabling you to accurately and quickly identify and solve network problems.

Key features include verifying signal and link integrity at 10/100/1G over copper or fiber, unmatched TruePower™ PoE testing and loading, 802.1x authentication, cable wiremapping, IPv4/IPv6 readiness , streamlined UI and color display, full documentation of test results with storage for 50 reports, location and identification of cabling runs, and nearest switch information.

What LinkRunner AT customers are saying:

  “I was amazed .. this device was finished testing before I could even explain to one of my junior engineers what I was actually doing.  I’ve been an engineer for more than 20 years and this device just gets me, it understands what my workflow truly is and what type of information I need to do my job.”  Charles Morris, senior consultant at ACS, A Xerox Company

“After using the LinkRunner AT I can unquestionably say it will save this organization time and money while improving satisfaction. In fact, now that I’ve used it, I wouldn’t want to be without one.” – Thomas Franchina Senior Systems Programmer, United Health Services

“Not only is the LinkRunner AT fast, but it’s incredibly thorough with the essential Ethernet connectivity tests I need. So while it speeds troubleshooting, it also gives me a high level of confidence in the results. If the unit says the connection is okay, I know it’s okay.” – John Heidelberg Network Administrator, Jensen International

Rockwell Automation Streamlines Network Connectivity Testing with LinkRunner AT Network Auto-Tester

Challenge:
Rockwell Automation’s Network and Security Services team focuses on deploying and optimizing networks to help manufacturing facilities meet production and business goals. When network problems arise, the Rockwell Automation team needs to be able to quickly isolate and fix the issue. With more than 200 service engineers and technicians in the field, evaluating the underlying infrastructure is often the first step – and it needs to happen fast. They needed a tool that could not only automate copper and fiber network testing, but could also provide detailed information in a consolidated view that was easy to understand.

Results:
Rockwell Automation found that Fluke Networks’ LinkRunner AT Network Auto-Tester, was the fastest way to solve network connectivity problems. In seconds, it delivered the information they needed to accurately isolate root cause and speed Mean-Time-To-Repair (MTTR). The device’s portability made it easy to travel with, and its bright color display allows engineers and technicians to quickly review information and store test results.

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LinkRunner^TM AT Network Auto-Tester Helps Redstone Quickly Test, Verify and Demonstrate Network Connectivity for Major UK Deployments

Challenge:
Quickly testing, verifying and demonstrating network connectivity is a critical front-line task for the engineers at Redstone. The company supports IT infrastructure, spanning hundreds of thousands of network ports for some of the largest financial companies in the UK, and these customers demand to know that their network is operating to specification. Fluke Networks’ LinkRunner™ AT Network Auto-Tester delivers the testing, diagnostics and reporting that Redstone needs to keep customers up and running.

Results:
Redstone found that the LinkRunner™ AT not only saves time, but also improves productivity and reduces the need for multiple tools by quickly testing and diagnosing virtually any copper or fibre connection.

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Jensen International is a diverse manufacturer founded in Coffeyville, Kansas more than 90 years ago. Today, Jensen International has two campuses, a mixture of Ethernet, wireless and wide area network connections, and limited IT resources. Staying on top of the company’s network operations and ensuring Ethernet connectivity is a constant challenge.

Jensen International began using the LinkRunner™ AT Network Auto-Tester to test and diagnose a broad range of issues, from IPv6 and PoE to wiremapping and protocol verification. The IT staff found that the LinkRunner AT made it fast, easy and cost-effective to complete network testing—in fact it’s so easy that employees can be directed to test a link even when IT staff is out of the office.

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United Health Services (UHS) encompasses four major hospitals and more than 30 clinics across New York, with a 5,000 node Cisco® network keeping it all connected. This entire infrastructure keeps the IT staff very busy as they install new PCs or connect the latest medical devices and equipment to the network.

Getting in and out fast is a priority for the IT team at UHS, which has a heavy workload keeping the regional healthcare organization’s 5,000 node network and more than 30 facilities constantly connected. UHS found that verifying network links was not only faster with the LinkRunner AT, but the device’s accuracy and ease of use helped eliminate return trips and smoothed the workflow from cable installation through to VLAN configuration and PC support.

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ACS works with organizations across the globe to design, install and maintain wired and wireless networks, ranging from a few thousand connections to tens of thousands of nodes throughout the world.

ACS needed to ensure the installation and operation of critical customer networks worldwide. Being able to quickly verify connections or identify and solve network issues is key to the company saving customers time and money. ACS found the LinkRunner AT to be the first device they’ve tested that allows them to quickly conduct either a standard set of connectivity tests or to customize their testing procedures to troubleshoot and maintain network connectivity. The tester saved their organization time and money, helped speed service and increased customer satisfaction.

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Challenge:
In order to troubleshoot network faults, technicians have to carry around multiple items of equipment. This makes it awkward to manage all the verification instruments and complicates the troubleshooting workflow. Training costs money and creating reports is time-consuming.

Results:
As long as the profile has been set up in advance, the LinkRunner AT enables troubleshooting and training to be performed while reducing the time and effort involved. As network faults can be identified quickly, tech¬nicians experience much lower levels of stress on site visits. A report can be created at a keystroke.

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Gold Support for your LinkRunner AT Network Auto-Tester allows you to make the most of your purchase while ensuring a higher return on your investment. You will minimize your downtime, receive faster trouble resolution and have total access to all support resources.

What do you get with Gold Support for your LinkRunner AT Network Auto-Tester?

Repairs and loaner equipment - If your LinkRunner AT should fail, we'll deliver a loaner unit via next-day delivery to keep you up and running.  We'll repair your LinkRunner AT and replace defective or faulty accessories at no charge, with first on bench" priority, and return it to you - all shipping paid by Fluke Networks.

Access to live 24 x 7 technical support - Extend the expertise of your staff. Gold Support includes direct, immediate telephone access to our world-class Technical Assistance Center (TAC), direct access only available to Gold Members. Our centers in Seattle, WA and Eindhoven, NL employ a full staff of highly trained technical experts that are on call, including weekends and through the night when most network changes are implemented, to answer complex troubleshooting questions helping you get the most out of your LinkRunner and understand the results you are seeing.

Accessory Replacement - Some accessories are essential to your LinkRunner AT. The normal warranty on accessories is 90 days, but parts and accessories that shipped with your tester will be replaced free of charge with Gold Support once qualified as defective by our technical assistance center.

Software upgrades - Your LinkRunner AT will never be out of date. You'll receive all software upgrades free.

Unlimited access to our Knowledge Base - You'll have an open door to valuable proprietary information we've gathered from helping customers over the years. It also includes helpful technical articles written by our experts.

Member Only promotions - Your membership qualifies you for Members Only promotions and programs. This includes product discounts, access to reconditioned equipment at special prices and other incredible values.

Ensure that you are getting the most out of your LinkRunner AT with Gold Support Services.