VIAVI XEdge edge network monitoring sensor
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VIAVI XEdge Edge Network Intelligence Platform for Private 5G, LTE and Wi-Fi Monitoring

Edge sensor platform with central controller for continuous testing, SLA monitoring and drive/walk tests of private LTE, 5G and Wi-Fi networks.

5G NR NSA
n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n13/n14/n18/n20/n25/n26/n28/n29/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n70/n71/n75/n76/n77/n78/n79
5G NR SA
n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n13/n14/n18/n20/n25/n26/n28/n29/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n70/n71/n75/n76/n77/n78/n79
LTE-FDD
B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B14/B17/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B28/B29/B30/B32/B66/B71
LTE-TDD
B34/B38/B39/B40/B41/B42/B43/B48
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Overview

XEdge is a VIAVI platform for testing and monitoring device connectivity at the edge of private mobile and Wi-Fi networks. It is intended for organizations operating business-critical networks across factories, remote sites, secure zones, venues and mobile operations, where connectivity loss or performance degradation can interrupt operations.

The platform combines edge computing sensors with a centralized dashboard and AI-based analytics. Sensors run unattended, performing continuous 24/7 tests and raising automated alerts when performance falls below user-defined thresholds, so that compliance with private network and Wi-Fi SLAs can be tracked and reported without daily manual management.

Sensor range

The sensor range covers LTE and 5G in the FR1 band. The XEdge v2 is a larger multi-carrier, high-capacity unit accommodating 1, 2 or 4 SIM cards/modems for monitoring, walk tests and drive tests indoors. The XEdge Lite is a compact, lightweight sensor for dense or distributed placement, suited to monitoring and drive tests indoors and outdoors. The XEdge Agent is an Android mobile sensor SDK that runs on corporate smartphones and tablets without root access and is compatible with MDM deployment. All sensors support the same KPIs, applications and test scenarios and are operated through the XEdge Controller.

Controller and integration

The XEdge Controller runs in a secure cloud or on premises, with a unique controller per customer. It provides central management and visualization of distributed sensors, AI-driven analytics and trend reports, and open APIs for integration with existing OSS/NMS workflows.

XEdge Cyber

XEdge Cyber verifies authorized access and policy enforcement across private 5G networks from the user equipment perspective. It covers IP reachability testing, firewall rule validation from the device side, application-aware threat simulation and continuous drift detection to identify configuration changes that break network segmentation.

Models in this series

Model Description
NXE-DEVICE-2M
NITRO XEdge NXE-DEVICE-2M Two-Radio Multi-Carrier RF Probe for Network Monitoring
NITRO XEdge device with 2 radios for continuous LTE and 5G private network and Wi-Fi testing, SLA monitoring and walk and drive tests.
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NXE-DEVICE-4M
VIAVI NITRO XEdge Device NXE-DEVICE-4M 4-Radio Multi-Carrier RF Probe
Four-radio XEdge v2 multi-carrier sensor for continuous private 5G, LTE and Wi-Fi network monitoring, walk tests and drive tests
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XEdge Lite
VIAVI XEdge Lite Compact Edge Network Monitoring Sensor
Compact single-modem XEdge sensor for dense or distributed LTE/5G and Wi-Fi connectivity monitoring, indoors and outdoors
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NXE-DEVICE-1M
VIAVI XEdge NXE-DEVICE-1M NITRO XEdge Device, 1 Radio Multi-Carrier RF Probe
Single-radio NITRO XEdge device for continuous LTE and 5G private network and Wi-Fi testing, monitoring and SLA reporting.
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Key Features

  • Continuous 24/7 testing with automated alerts when performance falls below defined thresholds
  • Central management and visualization of all distributed XEdge sensors from one dashboard
  • Secure cloud or on-premises controller with AI-driven analytics and trend reports
  • Unique controller per customer for data privacy
  • Open APIs for integration with existing OSS/NMS workflows
  • Day 0, 1, and 2 operations for 5G deployment and monitoring
  • Geo-fencing and indoor analytics
  • Walk test for RF and speed tests (up to 10 Gbps)
  • Drive tests and walk tests with automated reporting, started by triggers and remote commands
  • Coverage reports for RF, data rates and more
  • ML-based analytics
  • Customizable reporting with web-based dashboards
  • Suitable for multiple sites and multitenancy
  • XEdge v2 multi-carrier sensor accommodating 1, 2 or 4 SIM cards/modems
  • XEdge Lite compact sensor for dense or distributed placement
  • XEdge Agent Android mobile sensor SDK, no root access required, MDM-compatible
  • XEdge Cyber IP reachability testing and firewall rule validation from the UE side
  • Application-aware threat simulation including traffic pattern library, DPI validation and threat vector library
  • Continuous drift detection with automated 24/7 re-testing
  • eSIM capabilities for expanded testing
  • Load generator for network testing

Specifications

Frequencies/Bands
5G NR NSA n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n13/n14/n18/n20/n25/n26/n28/n29/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n70/n71/n75/n76/n77/n78/n79
5G NR SA n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n13/n14/n18/n20/n25/n26/n28/n29/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n70/n71/n75/n76/n77/n78/n79
LTE-FDD B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B14/B17/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B28/B29/B30/B32/B66/B71
LTE-TDD B34/B38/B39/B40/B41/B42/B43/B48
LAA B46
only support 2 × 2 MIMO
GNSS GPS L1, Galileo E1, GLONASS G1, BDS B1I, SBAS L1: 1559 MHz to 1610 MHz; BDS B2a, GPS L5, Galileo E5a: 1164 MHz to 1215 MHz
Interfaces
WiFi
XEdge v2
x2
WiFi
XEdge Lite
X1 (802.11ac WiFi (optional) supporting AP and Client modes)
Cellular
XEdge v2
X4 (4G/5G)
Cellular
XEdge Lite
X1 (4G/5G)
Ethernet X1 (1 Gbps)
Antenna-Cell
XEdge v2
X16
Antenna-Cell
XEdge Lite
X4
Antenna-GNSS
XEdge Lite
X1
USB
XEdge v2
x2
USB C
XEdge v2
x1
Remote Monitoring Web-based User Interface
Capacity and Data Rate
Radio
XEdge v2
x4
Radio
XEdge Lite
X1
Cellular
XEdge v2
2.4 Gbps per radio
Cellular
XEdge Lite
2.4 Gbps
Throughput
XEdge v2
10 Gbps
Ethernet 1 Gbps
WiFi a/b/g/n/ac
RF Specifications
Output Power UE Class 3 (23 dBm)
according to 3GPP TS 36.521-1
Antenna Type LTE/5G High-Performance
Power
Connector
XEdge v2
Rectangular DC Jack
External DC Input
XEdge v2
19 VDC
Power Consumption
XEdge v2
75.3 Watts
Dimensions
Length
XEdge v2
322.33 mm (12.69 in)
Width
XEdge v2
162 mm (6.38 in)
Height
XEdge v2
359.6 mm (14.17 in)
Weight
XEdge v2
4 kg (8.81849 lbs.)
Length
XEdge Lite
49 mm
Width
XEdge Lite
105 mm
Height
XEdge Lite
128 mm
Weight
XEdge Lite
567 grams
Sensor Configuration
SIM cards/modems
XEdge v2
1,2 or 4 Sim cards/ modems
SIM cards/modems
XEdge Lite
2 sim card/ 1 modem
Web page states 1 sim card/ modem only; datasheet value used
Environment
XEdge v2
Suitable for indoors only
Environment
XEdge Lite
Suitable for indoors and outdoors (IP67)
Web page states outdoor use is subject to FCC approval
Compliance
FCC
XEdge v2
FCC Part 15 Compliant
FCC
XEdge Lite
Ongoing
IC and CE
XEdge v2
IC and CE Compliant
IC and CE
XEdge Lite
Yes
CE, UK
XEdge Lite
Yes
Ingress protection IP30/ IP67
IP30 compliance for Indoor (IP67 options available with external enclosure)

Applications

  • Private 5G and LTE network SLA monitoring
  • Wi-Fi network connectivity monitoring
  • Mobile network operator multi-operator monitoring
  • Distributed antenna system (DAS) deployment and acceptance
  • Mining operations
  • Maritime and shipping
  • Cybersecurity and military 5G environments
  • System integrators
  • Healthcare facilities
  • Manufacturing and production line automation
  • Retail in-store connectivity
  • Correctional facilities
  • Smart campuses and industrial facilities
  • Drive and walk testing

Options & Accessories

Option Description
XEDGE-FAMILY XEdge Family Configurator
NXE-ANT-CELL Cellular Stick Antenna

Documents & Resources