VIAVI Network and Service Companion NSC-100/200 Handheld PON, Ethernet and WiFi Service Tester
Compact handheld tester combining PON, Ethernet and WiFi interfaces with OneCheck applications for multi-gig service testing up to 10 Gbps.
- ONU/ONT Emulation
- VIAVI GPON SFP
- Interface
- SC/APC
- Standard
- G.984.2 GPON compliant, G.988 OMCI compliant
- Upstream (1310 nm) Tx Signal Power Range
- 0.5 dBm to 5.0 dBm
Overview
The VIAVI Network & Service Companion (NSC-100/200) is a compact, screenless hand-held test device that combines multiple test interfaces (PON, Ethernet and WiFi) with VIAVI OneCheck applications. It is used by frontline technicians and installers to validate networks and test multi-gig services for residential and business customers.
The instrument covers both PON service delivery and in-premises service distribution. GPON and XGSPON ONU/ONT emulation, Ethernet interfaces from 10M to 10G and WiFi tests up to WiFi 6 allow technicians to benchmark the service delivered to a premises and to segment issues between the access network and the in-home network. The one-button OneCheck application runs the required tests while on site.
Throughput testing is provided by VIAVI SpeedCheck, Ookla Speedtest, VIAVI TrueSpeed (RFC-6349) and iPerf. The NSC-100 supports throughput tests up to 2 Gbps, while the NSC-200 extends this to 10 Gbps. For business services, the unit can act as an L2/L3 loopback device for Y.1564 and RFC-2544 tests with the T-BERD/MTS-5800, and as a TWAMP Light reflector.
Software and connectivity
The NSC is operated from a smart device through the VIAVI Mobile Tech app over Bluetooth. Job Manager organises jobs, test results and reports; reports can be generated on board and submitted via StrataSync or by email. VIAVI Fusion can use NSC units as remote-controlled test agents for long-term monitoring and failure analysis.
Models in this series
| Model | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| NSC100-XGSPON-BASE |
VIAVI Network and Service Companion NSC100-XGSPON-BASE XGS-PON Test Package
NSC-100 standard PON package with XGS-PON ONU/ONT emulation for verifying PON activation, power levels and PON ID at the premises. |
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| NSC200-ENTERPRISE-PRO |
VIAVI Network and Service Companion NSC200-ENTERPRISE-PRO Enterprise Ethernet and WiFi Test Package
NSC-200 enterprise package with Ethernet and WiFi test interfaces and TrueSpeed 1G for business service activation and troubleshooting. |
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| NSC200-GPON-BASE |
VIAVI Network and Service Companion NSC200-GPON-BASE GPON Service Test Package
NSC-200 base package for GPON service activation testing with ONU/ONT emulation, PON power levels and PON-ID analysis. |
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| NSC200-GPON-PRO |
VIAVI Network and Service Companion NSC200-GPON-PRO GPON, Ethernet and WiFi Service Tester
NSC-200 handheld package with GPON, Ethernet and WiFi test interfaces plus SpeedCheck 1G and Ookla Speedtest 1G throughput tests. |
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| NSC200-GPON-XGSPON-BASE |
VIAVI Network and Service Companion NSC200-GPON-XGSPON-BASE GPON and XGS-PON Test Package
NSC-200 standard PON package with GPON and XGSPON ONU/ONT emulation for PON service activation and power level testing. |
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| NSC200-GPON-XGSPON-PRO |
VIAVI Network and Service Companion NSC200-GPON-XGSPON-PRO GPON/XGS-PON, Ethernet and WiFi Service Tester
NSC-200 handheld package for GPON, XGS-PON, Ethernet and WiFi service activation testing with SpeedCheck and Ookla Speedtest at 1G. |
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| NSC200-HOME-PRO |
VIAVI Network and Service Companion NSC200-HOME-PRO Ethernet and WiFi Service Tester
NSC-200 Home Package with Ethernet and WiFi test, SpeedCheck 1G and Ookla Speedtest 1G for residential and small business service activation. |
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| NSC200-LOOPBACK-BASE |
VIAVI Network and Service Companion NSC200-LOOPBACK-BASE Ethernet Loopback 1G Package
NSC-200 Loopback package with 1G Ethernet loopback for remote Y.1564 and RFC-2544 service activation testing. |
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| NSC200-XGSPON-BASE |
VIAVI Network and Service Companion NSC200-XGSPON-BASE XGS-PON Service Activation Tester
Handheld, screenless NSC-200 package for XGS-PON service activation testing, upgradable to Ethernet, WiFi and throughput tests up to 10 Gbps. |
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| NSC200-XGSPON-PRO |
VIAVI Network and Service Companion NSC200-XGSPON-PRO XGS-PON, Ethernet and WiFi Service Test Package
NSC-200 handheld test package with XGSPON ONU emulation, Ethernet and WiFi testing plus SpeedCheck 1G and Ookla Speedtest 1G. |
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Key Features
- Robust, field-ready, screenless design
- Throughput testing up to 10 Gbps (SpeedCheck, Ookla Speedtest, TrueSpeed RFC-6349, iPerf)
- Ethernet L2/L3 loop back support for Y.1564 and RFC-2544 tests up to 10 Gbps
- VIAVI Fusion centralized test system leverages NSCs as remote-controlled test agents
- High-end WiFi test shows coverage, channel noise, airtime and throughput
- Automated OneCheck ensures all required tests are performed while on site
- Job Manager for managing jobs, test results and reports
- On-board report generation and submission via StrataSync or direct email
- VIAVI Mobile Tech app support
- GPON and XGSPON ONU/ONT emulation with PON power levels and PON-ID analysis
- Ethernet 1G, 2.5G, 5G and 10G interfaces
- WiFi 3x3 tests and WiFi Expert up to WiFi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
- Ethernet testing up to Layer 4 (TCP/UDP)
- TWAMP Light reflector support
Specifications
GPON (Optional)
| ONU/ONT Emulation | VIAVI GPON SFP |
|---|---|
| Interface | SC/APC |
| Standard | G.984.2 GPON compliant, G.988 OMCI compliant |
| Upstream (1310 nm) Tx Signal Power Range | 0.5 dBm to 5.0 dBm |
| Downstream (1490 nm) Rx Signal Power Range | -28.0 dBm to -8.0 dBm |
| Test Results |
PON Activation State, Power Level values from the SFP, PON ID, ODN Class
According to ITU-T G.984 and G.988 standards |
XGSPON (Optional)
| ONU/ONT Emulation | VIAVI XGSPON SFP |
|---|---|
| Interface | SC/APC |
| Standard | G.9807.1 XGSPON compliant, G.988 OMCI compliant |
| Upstream (1270 nm) Tx Signal Power Range | 4.0 dBm to 9.0 dBm |
| Downstream (1577 nm) Rx Signal Power Range | -28.0 dBm to -9.0 dBm |
| Test Results |
PON Activation State, Power Level values from the SFP, PON ID, ODN Class
According to ITU-T G.9807 and G.988 standards |
Ethernet (Optional)
| Standard | IEEE 802.3 |
|---|---|
| Rates | 10M, 100M, 1G, 2.5G, 5G, and 10G Ethernet |
|
Test Results
NSC-100 |
Ethernet Frames, IP Connectivity, Ping, Traceroute, Web Connectivity, Speed Test up to 2 Gbps |
|
Test Results
NSC-200 |
Ethernet Frames, IP Connectivity, Ping, Traceroute, Web Connectivity, Speed Test up to 10 Gbps |
TWAMP Reflector (Optional)
| Rates | 10M, 100M, and 1G Ethernet |
|---|---|
| Function | TWAMP Light Reflector support |
Port/L2/L3 Loopback (Optional)
| Rates | 10M, 100M, 1G, and 10G Ethernet |
|---|---|
| Function | Port Loopback and Source specific VIAVI Loopback support |
WiFi (Optional)
| WiFi Expert (Passive Mode) |
Up to WiFi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Results: Signal strength (RSSI), Channel, Standard, Width, Channel Noise, Total Airtime, Noise Airtime, Estimated Throughput, Recommendations |
|---|---|
| OneCheck WiFi (Connected Mode) |
Up to WiFi 5 3x3 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
Results: Signal strength (RSSI), Standard, Width, Max Router PHY Rate, IP/Web connectivity, Throughput Tests |
Throughput / Performance Test (Optional)
| TCP Throughput Test | VIAVI SpeedCheck, Ookla Speedtest, VIAVI TrueSpeed (RFC-6349), iPerf |
|---|---|
|
Performance
NSC-100 |
2 Gbps for SpeedCheck, Ookla Speedtest, TrueSpeed, iPerf |
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Performance
NSC-200 |
10 Gbps for SpeedCheck, Ookla Speedtest, TrueSpeed, iPerf |
| Test Results | Delay, Upstream and Downstream Bit Rates |
User Interface
| Communication Interface | Bluetooth v5.0 |
|---|---|
| Smart Device Support (recommendation) | Mobile Tech app; Android 8 or newer; iOS 12 or newer |
| VIAVI Instrument Support | ONX-580, ONX-CATV |
General
| Size | 116 x 190 x 52 mm (4.6 x 7.5 x 2.0 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.8 kg (1.7 lb) |
| Operating Temperature Range | Non-Charging: -10°C to 50°C; Battery Charging: 0°C to 40°C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -20°C to 60°C |
| Operating Humidity Range |
10% to 90% RH
non-condensing |
| Operating Altitude | 4000 m max |
| DC Input Power | 15V @ 3A, USB-C Power Delivery (PD) |
| Battery |
32 W/hr Li-Ion rechargeable battery
Field replaceable |
| Battery Life | 1-week typical usage for installation technicians |
| Charge Port | USB-C |
| USB Host Port | USB-A (USB 3.0) |
Applications
- Residential service installation and repair
- Small business service activation
- Enterprise Ethernet service turn-up
- Data center network testing
- Fixed-line and mobile fronthaul service installation
- GPON and XGS-PON service delivery verification
- In-home WiFi coverage and performance optimisation
- Remote loopback for Y.1564 and RFC 2544 testing
- 24/7 monitoring for root cause failure analysis and SLA monitoring
Options & Accessories
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| NSC-OC-GPON | NSC OneCheck GPON |
| NSC-OC-XGSPON | NSC OneCheck XGSPON |
| NSC-OC-ETHERNET | NSC OneCheck Ethernet |
| NSC-OC-WIFI | NSC OneCheck WiFi |
| NSC-WIFI-EXPERT | NSC WiFi Expert |
| NSC-SPEEDCHECK-1G | NSC SpeedCheck over 1GE port up to 1Gbps |
| NSC-SPEEDCHECK-2G | NSC SpeedCheck over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 2Gbps |
| NSC-SPEEDCHECK-5G | NSC SpeedCheck over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 5Gbps — Listed in the NSC-200 ordering information |
| NSC-SPEEDCHECK-10G | NSC SpeedCheck over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 10Gbps — Listed in the NSC-200 ordering information |
| NSC-SPEEDTEST-1G | NSC Ookla Speedtest over 1GE port up to 1Gbps |
| NSC-SPEEDTEST-2G | NSC Ookla Speedtest over 1+1/2.5/5/10GE ports up to 2Gbps |
| NSC-SPEEDTEST-5G | NSC Ookla Speedtest over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 5Gbps — Listed in the NSC-200 ordering information |
| NSC-SPEEDTEST-10G | NSC Ookla Speedtest over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 10Gbps — Listed in the NSC-200 ordering information |
| NSC-TRUESPEED-1G | NSC TrueSpeed (RFC-6349) over 1GE port up to 1Gbps |
| NSC-TRUESPEED-2G | NSC TrueSpeed (RFC-6349) over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 2Gbps |
| NSC-TRUESPEED-5G | NSC TrueSpeed (RFC-6349) over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 5Gbps — Listed in the NSC-200 ordering information |
| NSC-TRUESPEED-10G | NSC TrueSpeed (RFC-6349) over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 10Gbps — Listed in the NSC-200 ordering information |
| NSC-IPERF-1G | NSC iPerf Test over 1GE port up to 1Gbps |
| NSC-IPERF-2G | NSC iPerf Test over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 2Gbps |
| NSC-IPERF-5G | NSC iPerf Test over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 5Gbps — Listed in the NSC-200 ordering information |
| NSC-IPERF-10G | NSC iPerf Test over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 10Gbps — Listed in the NSC-200 ordering information |
| NSC-LOOPBACK-1G | NSC L2/L3 1G Loopback |
| NSC-LOOPBACK-10G | NSC L2/L3 10G Loopback |
| NSC-FUSION-CLIENT | NSC Fusion Client |
| NSC-TWAMP-REFLECTOR | NSC TWAMP Reflector |
| NSC-OPTICAL-ETHERNET | NSC Optical Ethernet |
| NSC-SFP-ELEC-1G | NSC 1G Electrical Ethernet SFP |
| NSC-SFP-ELEC-AUTO-10G | NSC 2.5G, 5G and 10G Autoneg Electrical Ethernet SFP+ |
| NSC-SFP-ELEC-1-2.5-5-10G | NSC 1G, 2.5G, 5G and 10G Electrical Ethernet SFP+ |
| NSC-SFP-850-1G-10G | NSC 1G and 10G Optical Ethernet SFP+ 850 nm SR |
| NSC-SFP-1310-1G-10G | NSC 1G and 10G Optical Ethernet SFP+ 1310 nm LR |
| NSC-SFP-1550-1G-10G | NSC 1G and 10G Optical Ethernet SFP+ 1550 nm ER |
| NSC-SFP-GPON | NSC GPON SFP |
| NSC-SFP-XGSPON | NSC XGSPON SFP+ |
| NSC-CAR-CHARGER | NSC Car Charger with Cable — Optional accessory |
| NSC-BATTERY | NSC Battery — Replacement part |
| NSC-CHARGER | NSC Charger with Cable — Replacement part |
| NSC-STRAP | NSC Hand Strap — Replacement part |
| NSC-CASE | NSC Carrying Case — Replacement part |
| NSC-ETHERNET-ADAPTER | Ethernet Cat6a M-F Adapter Cable — Replacement part; listed as 'Ethernet Cat6a M-Adapter Cable' in the NSC-100 data sheets |
| NSC-ETHERNET-CABLE | Ethernet Cat6a M-M Patch Cable — Replacement part |
Documents & Resources
NSC-100 - Ethernet and Enterprise Test
datasheet · PDF
NSC-100 - Residential and Small Business
datasheet · PDF
NSC-200 - Ethernet and Enterprise Test
datasheet · PDF
NSC-200 - Residential and Small Business
datasheet · PDF
Network and Service Companion (NSC-100/200) Software
software
Broadband Technology Report on the Network & Service Companion (NSC-100)
other
Network and Service Companion (NSC-100) PON Test
other
How-To Videos: Network and Service Companion (NSC-100)
other
Network & Service Companion - Ethernet iPerf Network Performance Measurement
manual · PDF
Network & Service Companion - Ethernet Layer 2 Traffic Loopback
manual · PDF
Network & Service Companion - Ethernet Ookla SpeedTest
manual · PDF
Network & Service Companion - Ethernet RFC6349 TrueSpeed Test
manual · PDF
Network & Service Companion - Ethernet SpeedCheck
manual · PDF
Network & Service Companion – WiFi Ookla SpeedTest
manual · PDF
NSC-100/200 Release Notes
software · PDF
NSC-100/200 USB Upgrade Procedure
software · PDF
Smarter Testing: Activate First Time with the NSC-100/-200
other
TrueSpeed Poster: Experience Your Network As Your Customers Do
brochure · PDF
Understanding Passive Optical Network (PON) Testing
brochure
How To Run a Wifi Speedtest with the NSC
other
How to Enable Flawless Fiber Networks with Smarter Testing
brochure · PDF
FAQ on SpeedCheck & TrueSpeed Throughput Testing
manual · PDF
Test and Certification Solutions for Contractors
brochure · PDF
Test and Monitoring Solutions for Fiber to the Home (FTTH)
brochure · PDF
VIAVI Care Support Plans
other · PDF
Connecting your Device to the Mobile Tech App
other
VIAVI Wins Two BTR 4-Diamond Awards
other
Solving Last Mile XGS-PON Deployment Challenges
other
The Importance of Backhaul Performance in Wireless Networks
app note · PDF