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Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) has
announced the availability of Agilent U3055A/U3056A SerialTek BusXpert PRO II
12G SAS and SATA analyzers. Both analyzers are designed for 12-Gbps SAS (Serial
Attached SCSI) and 6-Gbps SATA (Serial AT Attachment). They provide fast
protocol analysis to help data storage developers address potential issues
early in the design cycle and get products to market faster.
SAS is a high-speed serial bus used
primarily for storage applications in high-performance servers and
workstations. Storage devices and chipsets operating at 6 Gbps and 12 Gbps
present tough measurement challenges that require new tools and procedures for
proper validation. Agilent's SAS and SATA protocol test solutions provide early
access to measurements that can identify potential design issues.
"For today's SAS and SATA
developers and integrators, getting to the root of a problem can be especially
difficult when there isn't an obvious trigger condition," said Ross
Nelson, general manager of Agilent's Digital Debug Solutions group.
"Working with SerialTek has allowed us to deliver complete and
full-featured protocol analysis. The U3055A/U3056A implement all SAS and SATA
technologies and excel at providing real-time analysis, deep-dive data capture
and ease of use."
The analyzers support HD mini-SAS
connectors for four ports and the industry's largest buffer (up to 72 GB). The
analyzers' small size allows for easy transport around the lab or the field. In
addition, users can cascade multiple units together to record multiple ports
simultaneously - and view the results in the same graphical interface.
About Agilent Technologies
Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) is
the world's premier measurement company and a technology leader in chemical
analysis, life sciences, diagnostics, electronics and communications. The
company's 20,000 employees serve customers in more than 100 countries. Agilent
had net revenues of $6.6 billion in fiscal 2011. Information about Agilent is
available at www.agilent.com.