What is the importance of BER (Bit-Error-Rate)?
BER is the ration of incorrectly transmitted bits to correctly transmitted bits. In an active testing environment, the actual Gigabit Ethernet protocol is transmitted over the channel versus more traditional passive tests (like NEXT, RL, PS NEXT, etc) where signals are transmitted. ETL (a NRTL) performed active tests made up of SUPERIOR ESSEX cable and 10 leading connectivity manufacturers. The zero BER with all hardware tested indicates true interoperability between our products and the connectivity products dispelling the notion of so-called “tuned” systems.
