IDEAL Networks LanTEK III cable certifier software update

IDEAL Networks’ software update for its LanTEK III cable certifier is helping installers certify cabling that has Modular Plug Terminated Links (MPTL).

The existing IDEAL Networks cat 6A Channel Adapter for the LanTEK III cable certifier already uses the approved ‘centred’ jack that can be used to measure the performance of RJ45 plugs.

Therefore, to equip the tester with the capability to test MPTL, users can simply download a free software upgrade from www.idealnetworks.net. Once the software is installed, by configuring a LanTEK III with a Channel Adapter on one handset and a cat6A Permanent Link Adapter on another, a proper MPTL certification test can be performed.

Following the free software update, the LanTEK III cable certifier with Channel Adapters will be ready to use for MPTL testing. Those that do not have a LanTEK III Channel Adapter already can purchase these individually from the company. Separate Channel Adapters will be required by users looking to test cat 6 and 5e MPTL cables.