IxTap Copper Tap
10/100/1000Mbps

Plug & Play for a Single Network Link
IxTap,10/100/1000Mbps is a secure, plug and play, TAA
compliant copper tap device for a single network link.
IxTap is a standard break out copper tap that can also
perform probe- for last mile blind spot monitoring.
A copper tap can be deployed onto any inline copper
network link, delivering permanent monitoring accessports. The IxTap provides an out-of-band monitoring
platform for security devices, with all traffic, as if it weresitting inline. The tap sends copies of all the traffic,
including Layer 1 and Layer 2 errors, from each side of
the full-duplex network link to its respective monitor ports.
The IxTap has air gapped monitor ports, based on theprinciple of unidirectional data diode, providing physicalnetwork isolation by blocking malicious or accidental
traffic that is transmitted back onto the monitor ports.
What this means is that the IxTap physically blocks
attempts to attack your network through the monitorports.

Highlights• TAA compliant, smart copper 10/100/1000Mbps• 2 network ports + 2 monitoring ports• Fail to wire
• Air gapped monitor ports provide network isolation foradded security based on data diode principle• Does not modify traffic• Auto speed negotiation• Power over Ethernet (PoE) and jumbo frames passthrough• Passes all traffic (including errors) from all layers• Cost effective – avoid costly expenses managing SPANports• Hawkeye endpoint (Probe mode only)

The IxTap supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) andjumbo frames pass-through, on both network
ports A and B.
For extra uptime protection, the IxTap is supplied withredundant power connections. Should the primary powersource fail, the IxTap automatically switches to thebackup power source. Should both input power sources
fail or be removed, fail to wire will take place: traffic
continues to pass traffic between the network ports, as if
the tap wasn’t there.

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Simple Tap
IxTap is factory preset to Simple Tap mode and arrives at your facility without an IP address. It isunmanaged and air gapped for added security. In Simple Tap Mode, the IxTap operates in half duplex
mode, where monitor port A will transmit traffic received on network port A, and monitor port B willtransmit traffic received on network port B. In simple tap mode the IxTap operates at full line rate.

Network managed Tap
IxTap Copper tap has an optional remote management capability. By enabling IP connectivity either
through management port (out of band) or on the monitored link (in-band), IxTap allows remoteconnectivity for local management, which include:-Packet counts on each interfaces-Configurable SNMP traps on packet counts

Remote control interface can be fully protected via access list configuration.
Remote control can be accessed via cli (ssh) or UI via standard browser.
Best in class GUI has dashboard view with configuration via point and click. Tap mode and port status areavailable on a single screen, and a separate statistics page shows a variety of packet data for network andmonitor ports.

IxTap GUI

Figure 1. Point & Click IxTap Interface

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Active Network Monitoring Features
Hawkeye, Keysight’s active network monitoring platform, helps you get ahead of the curve. By sending
synthetic traffic to hardware or software-based endpoints across your network, you can prevent outages
while getting a detailed look at quality of service (QoS) in real time.
IXTap, is able to inject inline and/or out-of-band synthetic traffic when configured as a Hawkeye Endpoint,
allowing you to detect, diagnose, and fix performance problems at branch offices or within the enterprisedata center.
Learn more about Hawkeye: https://ixia.keysight.com/products/hawkeye-network-performance-monitoring

Key IxTap Features• 10/100/1000Mbps smart, managed, copper tap• NTP, SCP, AAA, SNMP support• Access list support for management ports• Management port – CLI, Web GUI• Auto speed negotiation – All port speeds auto-negotiated independently• Air gapped monitor ports for added security• LFD/ALFD• Inline management support• Hawkeye endpoint capabilities

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Specifications
Specification

Details

Managed••Management port off by default
Management IP address configured via console port

Operating and Storage

Operating:• Operating temperature: 0ºC to 40ºC
• Relative humidity: 10% min, 95% max, noncondensing• 12W Max power consumption
Non-operating:• Storage temperature: -10ºC to 70ºC
• Relative humidity: 10% min, 95% max, noncondensing

Mechanical••

Dimensions: 0.9” high x 5.8” deep x 3.25” wideWeight: 0.73lbs (0.33 kg)

Power Supply•••

Dual AC power input: 100-240VAC, 50-60 Hz, 0.5A Max
DC output: USB-C 5V @ 3A
Power dissipation less than 34 BTU/Hr 10W

Certifications

Safety, EMC, and environmental: IEC 60950- 1/62368-1, UL 60950-1/623681, CSA C22.2 No.60950-1/62368-1, CE (LVD, EMC, RoHS, WEEE), EN/IEC
55032, EN/IEC 55024, CFR 47, FCC Part 15B, ICES-003, CISPR 32/24

Ordering Information
Catalog Part NumberProduct NameIXTP-CU3-T•

Ixia, TAA compliant, intelligent copper tap/tap - 10/100/1000Mbps (9557302)

RK-4IXCU3•

Ixia TAA compliant. 1U, 4 slot rack mount for IXTP-CU3, IXTP-CU3, or
IXPR-CU3. (955-8039)

PWR16-05-03R-AC
PWR16-05-03R-DC

Ixia, 19" 1RU Power chassis (AC or DC) with 5VDC output. Power 32(or 16 dual-redundant) compatible devices, sold separately: TPA2CU3, IXTP-CU3, IXBP-CU3, IXPR-CU3. Must be ordered with cablekits, sold separately. (955-3132)

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