L2 Convergence Measurement (UDP)

The L2 Convergence Measurement (UDP) plugin measures traffic loss and recovery time during network switchover events. The client sends UDP flows and the server receives them, allowing you to measure the outage period.

Table 182 — L2 Convergence Measurement settings

Name	Description	Value
Sources	Sending agent, interface, and network	Select the side that sends the UDP flow
Targets	Receiving agent, interface, and network	Select the receiving side
Flow count	Number of independent UDP flows	At least 1 flow
PPS	Packet transmission rate	Set a rate high enough for accurate measurement
Payload	UDP packet payload	Configure size and content if required
Duration	Measurement period	Must cover the switchover or failure event