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The Packet Capture feature in the PBX is a tool to investigate possible issues on the network. By capturing and analyzing the packets, you can pinpoint where a breakdown is occurring. Some further information on packet captures in general can be found here [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Packet_analyzer http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Packet_analyzer]
 
The Packet Capture feature in the PBX is a tool to investigate possible issues on the network. By capturing and analyzing the packets, you can pinpoint where a breakdown is occurring. Some further information on packet captures in general can be found here [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Packet_analyzer http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Packet_analyzer]
  
To view a packet capture, you will need to have [http://www.wireshark.org/ Wireshark] on your PC. You can also find tutorials on this page to learn to use Wireshark.
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*To view a packet capture, you will need to have [http://www.wireshark.org/ Wireshark] on your PC. You can also find tutorials on this page to learn to use Wireshark.
  
  
  
Found under Diagnostics=>Packet Capture, the feature is off by default.  This is a feature that would only be enable for short periods at a time while you troubleshoot and reproduce an issue, as the capture is saving data to the HD and you don't want to use an excessive amount of storage space.
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*Found under Diagnostics=>Packet Capture, the feature is off by default.  This is a feature that would only be enable for short periods at a time while you troubleshoot and reproduce an issue, as the capture is saving data to the HD and you don't want to use an excessive amount of storage space.
  
 
[[File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures1.jpg|File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures1.jpg]]
 
[[File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures1.jpg|File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures1.jpg]]
  
By clicking On, you start a capture.  You can tell as it will display Running in green.
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*By clicking On, you start a capture.  You can tell as it will display Running in green.
  
 
[[File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures2.jpg|File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures2.jpg]]
 
[[File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures2.jpg|File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures2.jpg]]
  
Once you are done troubleshooting, press Off to stop the capture.  Always stop the service before attempting to download (down arrow button) or delete (X button) the capture.   
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*Once you are done troubleshooting, press Off to stop the capture.  Always stop the service before attempting to download (down arrow button) or delete (X button) the capture. 
  
 
[[File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures3.jpg|File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures3.jpg]]
 
[[File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures3.jpg|File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures3.jpg]]

Revision as of 15:41, 10 July 2013

The Packet Capture feature in the PBX is a tool to investigate possible issues on the network. By capturing and analyzing the packets, you can pinpoint where a breakdown is occurring. Some further information on packet captures in general can be found here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Packet_analyzer

  • To view a packet capture, you will need to have Wireshark on your PC. You can also find tutorials on this page to learn to use Wireshark.


  • Found under Diagnostics=>Packet Capture, the feature is off by default.  This is a feature that would only be enable for short periods at a time while you troubleshoot and reproduce an issue, as the capture is saving data to the HD and you don't want to use an excessive amount of storage space.

File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures1.jpg

  • By clicking On, you start a capture.  You can tell as it will display Running in green.

File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures2.jpg

  • Once you are done troubleshooting, press Off to stop the capture.  Always stop the service before attempting to download (down arrow button) or delete (X button) the capture. 

File:Diagnostic-PacketCaptures3.jpg