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SharkTap vs. Switch Mirror: The Network Tap That Finally Shows the Truth
Switch mirrors skip truths. A network tap like SharkTap shows both sides of BACnet/IP, preserving timing and packets so you can fix problems fast.
Alex Khachaturian
Nov 12, 20256 min read
Wireshark Basics for BAS Techs: 7 Filters That Solve 80% of Problems
Seven copy-paste Wireshark filters, clean capture setups, and RS-485 wiring tips that solve 80% of BACnet/IP and MS/TP problems, fast.
Alex Khachaturian
Oct 22, 20257 min read
Thermal Cameras Don’t Lie: The Fastest Way to Catch Hidden BAS Failures
Thermal cameras expose BAS failures you’d never catch otherwise, leaks, overheating relays, airflow issues. Here’s how to use them.
Alex Khachaturian
Oct 15, 20254 min read
If You Treat Your Truck Like a Dumpster, You’ll Work Like One Too: Why Every Technician’s First Office Is on Wheels
Your truck is your first office. If it’s chaos on wheels, your work will be too. Build discipline with simple habits.
Alex Khachaturian
Oct 6, 20255 min read
BAS Communication Wires: The Tool You Didn’t Know You Needed
Most BAS failures hide in comm wires. Learn how a PicoScope reveals noise, shorts, and signal loss, saving hours of troubleshooting.
Alex Khachaturian
Oct 1, 20255 min read
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