EEE

This 640-058x-2001 advanced test fixture is a practical asset for engineers and technicians working on reducing power consumption in modern network designs. It supports low-power idle mode evaluations in compliance with IEEE 802.3az, providing the tools needed to assess how network interfaces manage transitions between active and power-saving states.

Designed to accommodate 10BASE-Te, 100BASE-Te, and 1000BASE-Te signaling, the setup offers a wide range of compatibility with legacy and high-speed Ethernet links. It enables clear visibility into link negotiation, idle behavior, and rapid wake-up performance—critical aspects for developers aiming to enhance efficiency in physical-layer devices or firmware.

By simulating realistic conditions in a lab environment, this fixture helps identify performance issues or unexpected transitions during energy-saving operations. It streamlines the verification process for system-level behavior and allows for fine-tuning of software or hardware interactions without adding complexity to the test setup.

Its standardized pin layout ensures seamless integration with existing lab tools, whether for initial development, debugging, or final validation. Offering a reliable platform to support energy optimization goals, it helps teams build and validate greener, more efficient Ethernet-based solutions across various applications.