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A12 – Command ReferenceTest SwitchTest SwitchTests all ports on the switch using a connectivity test, an offline test, or an onlinetest.AuthoritySyntaxKeywordsAdmin sessiontest switchconnectivity [loopback_type]offline [loopback_type]onlineconnectivity [loopback_type]Performs a connectivity test of the type given by [loopback_type] on all switchports. You must place the switch in the diagnostics state using theSet Switch State command before starting the test. [loopback_type] can be one ofthe following:internalExercises all internal port and inter-port connections.externalExercises all internal port, transceiver, and inter-port connections. Atransceiver with a loopback plug is required for all ports.offline [loopback_type]Performs an offline test of the type given by [loopback_type] on all switch ports.You must place the switch in the diagnostics state using the Set Switch Statecommand before starting the test. [loopback_type] can have the following values:internalExercises all internal port connections.externalExercises all port and transceiver connections. A transceiver with aloopback plug is required for all ports.onlineExercises port-to-device connections for all ports that are online. This test doesnot disrupt communication on the ports.59245-01 A 12-163