Quality Control

QC Process & Pre-shipment Inspection

We perform pre-shipment inspection and testing to help ensure the equipment matches your order and is ready for deployment.

Typical QC Evidence (Photos / Screens)

Examples of the records we can provide (depending on platform and access permissions).

Lab setup for optical transport equipment testing
Lab setup (power-on & cabling)
NMS verification on Alcatel platform
NMS verification (Alcatel)
NMS verification on Ciena platform
NMS verification (Ciena)

QC Checklist (Pre-shipment)

  • Model/PN confirmation: chassis, subracks, cards, optics (if applicable)
  • Serial number record: photos or list per unit/card
  • Power-on test: PSU status, fans, basic hardware health
  • Inventory verification: shelf/card/port presence and recognition in NMS/CLI
  • Alarm check: major/critical alarms reviewed and recorded
  • Port status check: admin/oper status, link up (when test conditions allow)
  • Software/firmware info: version record (when accessible)
  • Packaging check: accessories, labels, protective packing, outer carton status

Note: Specific steps depend on platform type (OTN/DWDM/Router/Switch), licensing, and available lab environment.

Deliverables You Can Request

  • Photo set: front/back, label/PN, serial number close-up
  • NMS screenshots: shelf status, card status, alarms, inventory
  • CLI outputs (optional): inventory / alarms / interface status
  • Packing photos: accessories, inner packing, final carton

FAQ

Do you provide full functional testing?

We focus on pre-shipment inspection and availability checks (power-on, inventory, alarms, status verification). Full field functional testing may require a customer-specific network environment and licenses.

Can you test specific ports / optics?

Yes, when lab conditions allow. Tell us your required interface type, speed, and expected link state.

How do I request QC materials?

Send us the model/part number and serial number (if available), plus your required screenshots/photos.