Testing Ethernet IP Data Integrity with Bit Error and Frame Error Ratio

Bit Error Ratio (BER) and Frame Error Ratio (FER) are crucial metrics for evaluating the data integrity in Ethernet IP-based communication links or systems, whether in tactical military communication radio networks, mission-critical satellite communication, or unmanned aerial vehicles.
Feb. 7, 2025

By monitoring and optimizing Bit Error Ratio (BER) and Frame Error Ratio (FER), network engineers and system designers can ensure robust, reliable data transmission in diverse military and aerospace applications, including tactical military communication links, battlefield SATCOM systems, and mission-critical aerospace systems. This white paper explores various aspects of BER and FER testing, including:

  • How to perform BER testing over a frame-based transmission link, such as Ethernet
  • The recommended duration for BER performance testing
  • Key considerations when conducting BER and FER tests

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