Test Plan for Optical Grooming Switches - Light Reading

Test Plan for Optical Grooming Switches
Within Table 1 (Configuration A) if any of the SONET/SDH interfaces types are not
available, they should be replaced with the nearest equivalent interface in order to maintain
connectivity between nodes.
Test Methodology
A 10 day test window has been deliberately set to assess the most important functions of each
switch. It is not proposed to fully test all possible permutations of interface and protection.
The proposed test plan will sufficiently test a sample of the permutations in order to:
• Gain confidence that the equipment performs as expected.
• Assess the user-friendliness of the equipment and network management system.
• Assess the operational procedures required.
• Understand the flexibility of the switches.
The test plan is broken into blocks of sub tests, each sub test having an expected result. The
tests within the blocks will be performed in order but the blocks themselves are designed so
they can be performed in a different order or even in parallel if required.
Process if major failure during testing.
The flow chart in figure 7 shows the process to be followed if a major problem is found
during testing.
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