NetAlly recently introduced LinkRunner AT 1500, which the company says “provides fast and comprehensive validation of copper network links and cables for everyday troubleshooting, moves/adds/changes, and fault isolation. It’s designed for frontline network technicians, IT teams, and managed service providers.”

When introducing the new tester, NetAlly said, “The goal is simple: Put fast, definitive answers in the hands of the technicians closest to the problem, so issues get solved at the source, not escalated up the chain. With WiFi 7 access points, smart building systems, and modern IoT devices increasingly demanding higher power levels that only PoE++ can deliver, the LinkRunner AT 1500 validates full 90W PoE performance to ensure those devices are fully powered upon deployment.”

It can verify connectivity, link speed, VLAN, and PoE with a single tap by the user. “Detailed results and screenshots are automatically uploaded to Link-Live, NetAlly’s free collaboration, reporting, and analysis platform,” the company added. “This allows junior techs to diagnose issues more confidently with less oversight, and IT teams to handle more work with the same headcount.” NetAlly also specifically pointed out these capabilities:

• Detects cable length, common miswires, and distance to fault;
• Automatically discovers the nearest switch name and port;
• Verifies link speed and duplex, up to 10-Gig;
• Validates VLANs, network services, and connectivity to on- and off-net devices;
• Measures PoE voltage, wattage, and active pairs to pinpoint issues and confirm power delivery before device installation.

The numerals in the tester’s name may have multiple meanings. NetAlly’s MSRP for LinkRunner AT is $1500. It is available from NetAlly’s authorized channel partners in North America, Europe, and Asia.