Webserver Stress Tool - User Manual
Installation/Deinstallation
To install Webserver Stress Tool, run the setup.exe from the distribution .ZIP file. It is a common setup routine that should be completely self-explanatory.
To de-install the software at a later time, use the Add/Remove Software applet from Windows’ Control Panel.
After Deinstallation please check the installation directory (usually c:\program files\Webserver Stress Tool) for any files that must be deleted manually. The de-installation process does not remove files that were created by the user (e.g., log files).
What is Webserver Stress Tool?
Webserver Stress Tool is a powerful HTTP-client/server test application designed to pinpoint critical performance issues in your web site or web server that may prevent optimal experience for your site's visitors.
Webserver Stress Tool - Manual - Table of Content
Welcome
Introduction: Testing Basics
Performance, Load or Stress Testing?
Calculation of Load and Load Pattern
Webserver Stress Tool Features
How much load can Webserver Stress Tool generate?
Installation
Configuring Webserver Stress Tool
Selecting the Test Type and the Number of Users
Selecting the URLs or Editing the URL Script
Using Custom URL Scripts for Advanced URL Sequences
Performance Tips&Tricks
Running the Test
Reviewing Logfile Results
Analyzing Graphical Results
Graph Click Times & Errors (per URL)
Graph Click Times, Hits/s and Clicks/s
Graph Server and User Bandwidth
Creating Reports
Additional Features
Appendix
Software License and Contact Information