Keysight IxLoad

Realistic application and security traffic testing solution for comprehensive network and device validation

About IxLoad

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IxLoad features

Application-centric testing

Emulate a broad range of protocols—HTTP, VoIP, streaming media, VPNs, and security attacks—to replicate diverse user behaviors and stress-test network devices.

End-to-end visibility

Capture granular metrics on throughput, latency, jitter, and packet loss, enabling precise diagnostics and performance tuning.

Security u0026 threat simulation

Validate network defenses against DDoS, malware, and other advanced threats, ensuring that devices and services remain robust under attack.

Virtual and physical deployment

Test in virtualized or cloud-based settings and on-premises hardware, supporting hybrid infrastructures and rapid scaling.

Multi-play support (voice, video, data)

Concurrently generate multiple traffic types to mimic real-world usage patterns, revealing complex interactions and potential service degradations.

Automation u0026 DevOps integration

Incorporate IxLoad into CI/CD pipelines with REST APIs and scripting options, enabling continuous network and security performance validation.

IxLoad benefits

  • Accelerated troubleshooting

    Pinpoint root causes of performance or security issues faster, shortening downtime and minimizing the impact on end users.

  • Proactive quality assurance

    Identify and address potential capacity or resiliency weaknesses before scaling, lowering the risk of critical failures in production.

  • Efficient resource planning

    Optimize infrastructure investments and avoid over-provisioning by accurately modeling real-world traffic loads and usage patterns.

  • Enhanced security posture

    Expose vulnerabilities under realistic threat scenarios, enabling swift mitigation strategies and reinforcing network defenses.

  • Improved user experience

    Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality voice, video, and data services, increasing customer satisfaction and retention.

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