Softing NetXpert XG2
Active and passive Ethernet testing up to 10 Gb/s across copper, fibre and Wi-Fi.
Professional network performance tester for qualification, commissioning and troubleshooting of copper, fibre and Wi-Fi Ethernet networks up to 10 Gb/s.
What is Softing NetXpert XG2 and when should you use it?
Softing NetXpert XG2 is a network qualifier designed to prove whether installed copper or fibre links can support target Ethernet speeds up to 10 Gb/s. Qualification sits between basic verification and standards-based cable certification: it answers whether the link can carry the required network performance, while a certifier proves compliance with cabling standards.
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Key Features
Ethernet performance testing from 1 to 10 Gb/s; Copper qualification; Fibre testing via SFP interfaces; Wi-Fi network diagnostics; Active and passive network tests; PoE support up to 90 W; Multiple test methods for reliable link evaluation; Reporting and documentation.
Applications
Copper link qualification; Fibre Ethernet testing; Network commissioning; Enterprise troubleshooting; Data centre support; PoE network diagnostics; Wi-Fi checks; Acceptance testing.
Standards
Supports qualification and active Ethernet testing for common 1, 2.5, 5 and 10 Gb/s network applications as specified by Softing.
Technical Specifications
Models available for 1 Gb/s, 2.5/5 Gb/s and 10 Gb/s; Copper and fibre Ethernet testing; Fibre via SFP ports; Wi-Fi diagnostics; PoE testing up to 90 W depending on configuration.
Variants / Configurations
NetXpert XG2 is available in 1G, 2.5/5G and 10G model configurations.
Training Available
Fibre Optics Training UK can provide practical training around Softing NetXpert XG2, including link setup, copper and fibre qualification, target Ethernet rates, PoE checks, performance troubleshooting and evidence-based reporting. Training is designed to help engineers understand not only which buttons to press, but what the result means, when the test method is appropriate and when a different verification, qualification or certification tool is required.
Manufacturer-neutral training using leading industry equipment
Fibre Optics Training UK uses equipment from multiple leading manufacturers, including Fluke Networks, Softing, EXFO, VIAVI, Fujikura and INNO. Our training is manufacturer-neutral and standards-led: learners are taught the underlying test method, correct setup, result interpretation and practical workflow so they can work confidently across different platforms rather than being trained around one brand.
Downloads & Resources
Download official Softing brochures, datasheets, manuals and quick reference material for the NetXpert XG2.
FAQs
What is Softing NetXpert XG2 used for?
Softing NetXpert XG2 is a network qualifier designed to prove whether installed copper or fibre links can support target Ethernet speeds up to 10 Gb/s. Qualification sits between basic verification and standards-based cable certification: it answers whether the link can carry the required network performance, while a certifier proves compliance with cabling standards.
What is the difference between verification, qualification and certification?
Verification checks basic wiring and continuity. Qualification proves whether a link can support a target network application or data rate. Certification measures the parameters required by cabling standards and produces a formal PASS/FAIL result.
How do I know whether this is the right tester for my job?
Choose the instrument based on the evidence the project requires: basic wiremap or continuity, live-network troubleshooting, Ethernet performance qualification, standards-based copper certification, Tier 1 optical loss testing or Tier 2 OTDR analysis.
How does Softing compare with Fluke Networks, TREND Networks and NetAlly?
The brands overlap in several categories but organise their portfolios differently. The right choice depends on whether you need verification, qualification, certification, fibre loss testing, OTDR analysis, PoE diagnostics or live-network troubleshooting. Compare required test standards, speeds, media, reporting workflow and support rather than brand name alone.
Can Fibre Optics Training UK help compare test equipment before purchase?
Yes. We can help identify the test method and equipment category that matches the installation standard, client requirement, network speed and reporting obligation.
Is practical training available?
Yes. Practical training is available on relevant test methods and equipment workflows, including setup, test selection, result interpretation, fault finding and reporting.
Do I need a certifier if I already have a network tester?
Not always. A network tester may be ideal for commissioning and troubleshooting, but if the contract requires standards-based cable certification you need an appropriate certifier capable of producing the required PASS/FAIL evidence.
What should I compare besides the purchase price?
Compare test scope, supported standards and speeds, copper/fibre capability, PoE support, accessories, calibration requirements, reporting software, workflow, warranty/support and the training needed to use the instrument correctly.
How does this compare with Fluke LinkIQ, TREND SignalTEK 10G or NetAlly LinkRunner 10G?
All address parts of the network qualification and troubleshooting market, but their emphasis differs. Compare target data rates, copper/fibre support, PoE, active-network diagnostics, traffic/performance testing and reporting before choosing.
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