Fluke Networks MS2-100 MicroScanner2 Cable Verifie
MicroScanner2 Copper Cable Verifier
We reliably equip professionals with certification, troubleshooting and installation tools to install and maintain critical network cabling infrastructure for our connected world.
Fluke Networks MS2-100 MicroScanner2 Copper Cable Verifier
Streamline verification testing and rule out service problems fast
The Fluke Networks MS2-100 MicroScanner2 Cable Verifier performs continuity tests on all wires in a few seconds and displays results graphically so you can see opens, shorts, and cross wires. It also reports which end of the cable has a problem and reports the distance to an open connection within the cable. Cable failures result in costly production downtime so it’s important to quickly identify where the cable is broken so it can be replaced or repaired.
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Straightforward InterfaceGraphical wiremap, length, cable ID, and distance to fault displayed on one screen | Multimedia SupportTests all common media types including RJ11, RJ45, Coax, with no need for adapters | VDV Service DetectionVerifies today’s media services, including 10/100/1000 Ethernet, POTS, and PoE | IntelliTone ToningTrace virtually any cable or wire pair with IntelliTone digital and analog toning (MS2-KIT & MS2-TTK only) |
We help network professionals ensure the performance and reliability of our connected world.
We provide certification, troubleshooting and installation tools to professionals who install and maintain critical network cabling infrastructure for our connected world. From installing the most advanced data centers to restoring service in the worst weather, we help ensure your jobs are done correctly and efficiently.
| Dimensions: | 3.6 x 7.6 x 16.3 cm; 363 Grams |
| Model: | MS2-100 |
| Batteries Included: | 2 AA batteries required. (included) |
| Manufacture: | Fluke Networks |
| Origin: | China |
This MicroScanner works well, but I was under the impression that it could actually test cable speeds (up to 10gbps) when I bought it. Unfortunately, that is not the case. The tester will confirm 10gbps SERVICE but will not actually verify if the cable is up to the task.
That aside, it’s still a great cable tester. The PoE features in particular are very nice and the included carrying case is handy. The display is basic, but easy to read and understand once you learn the icons.
Overall, is it worth the price? Yes and no. I wouldn’t call it a great value for what you get, but that’s just Fluke. If you need something like this for you’re job, it’s well worth it. If you’re just needing to test cables at home, the Intellitone series works just fine. This model really won’t do much more for the average user.
I’ve been struggling for months with only getting 100mbps over what should be a 1gbps link. I tested with a Kline tester and everything reported fine. I finally broke down and bought this terrifyingly expensive Fluke tester and it told me about a poor connection on one conductor and even told me which end the problem was on. 3 minutes of re-termination later I’m operating at a gbps. It’s maddeningly expensive but, well, worth it.
You’re basically buying brandname. All this tester does is show you how long a cable is up to a certain point, can show you which wire is in the wrong order, and show you if the cable termination is complete. I don’t think its worth the $600 price tag for such a simple machine. A chinese $10 cable tester with blinking lights can do what this fluke can do. Get yourself something cheaper for simple jobs.
Part of the problem network engineers have is running down lines from point a to b. The tonals this device has makes quick work of tracing cat6 near power lines. Punches through the buzz, tells you distance if there’s nothing at the other end, and lets you know what it sees if there is. Also tests pairs and poe feed to boot. Have not used the RG6 connector for testing cable lines yet. Display is easy to read.
This thing is awesome! If your a network administrator or engineer this tool is invaluable. It tests coax and ethernet, telco lines and other audio equipment. It has a coax, rj-45 and probe set that come standard.
The device gives you line contenuity, line toning in 4 different tones for tracing with the Fluke Pro-200 line tracer receiver. It also tells you if the line is connected to a switch as well as PoE power or not. The device cap is also a remote identifier to verify the cable is the right one at either end. You can optionally buy another 7 remote identifiers to work with the Microscanner.
This is a must for troubleshooting physical layer problems on your network.
But having 10G network in my home is something I really wanted, I have decided to purchase this expensive tool with an intent, I would be adding few more runs in the future. Well, this scanner passed all the cables just like my $10 connectivity tester. It even showed 10G connection capability. Here are catches:
1. This tests what switch on the other end of cable is advertising rather than what the cable is actually capable of.
So 10G is shown as long as cable has connectivity (which I can test with $10 tester) and switch is advertising 10G (or similarly 2.5, 5G etc.), which I can easily test just by plugging computer to the switch port with a short patch cable.
Now, this could be my misinterpretation of what’s this tester is capable of because after a bit more detailed reading, there really isn’t real tester on the market at any reasonable price for home user to test cable capacity because that actually certifying the cable, so we are looking at $8000-$10,000 and up testers.
2. Does not catch completely failed cable
What really bothered me, and decided to return this item was I knew something was wrong in my network/connection as I can not get better than 100 Mbps link. But that can be from poor termination of cable, patch panel, switch, patch cables, Adapter, client device, server etc. So I was hoping this 60x priced tester will at least points me to the right direction even as to say “the long cable” vs. “patch cable” is an issue. Well, again the tester passed cable just like $10 tester saying all connectivity is ok. However, eventually I had left over spool of the cable used for this project sent back to the manufacture, and they used “certification tool”. It failed all 3 tests they’ve conducted including what they explained to me as “very permissive” test where they just see “the cable work at all”.
Well, obviously the blame really goes to the company selling defective cable but $600 tester cannot even catch a cable that failed “very permissive test” seems wrong.
In conclusion, I do not see $600 (60x more) value to this tester when compared to $10. Yes. this tester will check PoE presence, I can do that with just plugging in one of my PoE compatible gear. Yes the tester MAY locate where defective of the cable is (if it can catch) but does that really matter? I feel like in most case, the cable has to be replaced entirely, so it is unlikely to matter unless the issue is close to the either end of the cable. But again, the main issue is this tester DID NOT catch very defective cable that failed, very permissive test on certification tool
Hola puedo pedir la factura de este producto, por favor. gracias.
UPDATED:
I contacted Fluke and they diagnosed the issue as likely a bad remote. I shipped the old scanner back and they sent me a brand-new one as a replacement. I appreciate their excellent customer service (Thank you Conni). I am a happy camper!
On a cable with a split pair it correctly shows warning sign with “Split” under it.
Otherwise its perfect. Just wish you could buy more ID nodes individually that you can connect onto other ends of network cable that is on the other side of the building. You can buy ID modules but they to test “plug into” a switch not one end of the cable to the tester, seems like you can only use the one you get with the purchase
I decided to purchase a new tester that had the capability to not only test multiple cables, but cables still being used connected directly to a distribution center. That also show what was wrong and the distance it was away from me. It not performed as designed and advertised. It cut my time down to 3 days to locate all the shorts and other issues within the network by having the footage away from the distribution center to help narrow down my starting point to look for the problem. Along with the additional information of knowing if there was a split or crosswire and/or high voltage in the line. Once all the PoE adapters that was added to the original configuration were removed, the high voltage issue and short they caused was resolved. I would have not been able to locate the problem without the measurement feature showing me the how far away each issue was from the testing point. I recommend this product to anyone in need to of troubleshooting networks. It will be your main tool used when diagnosing network issues.
But really it is relatively cheap when compared to some other fluke network meters.
Works flawless like all other Fluke tools; especially helpful when you need to trace cables.
works very well price was a big reason for purchase. Easy to read very fast at testing no issues at all.
This Iran awesome and very accurate unit. Well worth the money.
This tester is easy to use and produces good results. The instructions were simple and its use was even simpler.