As most, I have a cheap-o continuity tester for testing cables. However, I've read and been told I need a good cable verifier to test for actual throughput, etc. From what I've read it looks the Fluke MicroScanner2 is what people mean. I have a small inventory job next week where they're having spotty transfer problems and have one other cabling job in a month or two. This isn't something I'd use regularly, so $400 isn't justifiable. The more expensive Fluke units for $1000 are way out of reach.
So, I found two others that look promising for my low use, but I really don't know the drawbacks and features I'd be missing. Specifically, will these help me test whether my cables can actually handle gigabit throughput? If anyone could enlighten me, I'd appreciate it. I think others could use a good comparison of these units as well and others if I've missed any. If such a thing exists, I apologize; I didn't find anything in my searching.
Thank you.
So, I found two others that look promising for my low use, but I really don't know the drawbacks and features I'd be missing. Specifically, will these help me test whether my cables can actually handle gigabit throughput? If anyone could enlighten me, I'd appreciate it. I think others could use a good comparison of these units as well and others if I've missed any. If such a thing exists, I apologize; I didn't find anything in my searching.
- Fluke MicroScanner2 ~ $400
- Monoprice MCT-2690PRO ~ $85
- Klein VDV501-809 ~ $80
Thank you.