How do I upgrade my N9020B MXA Signal Analyzer?
Most all of the N9020B options that are sold at the time of instrument purchase are also available as an upgrade option. Upgrade options can vary from a simple license key installation to more complex upgrades that involve installing multiple pieces of hardware. For each upgrade option, it is advised that each row in the table is read and understood. Before purchasing an upgrade option that contains hardware items, the following steps should be taken:
- View the installation note by selecting the Install Note link in the Upgrade Contents cell.
- Determine from the installation instructions the complexity of the installation and whether you will perform the upgrade yourself or have a Keysight Service Center perform the installation.
- Review the Utilities, Adjustments & Performance Verification Tests section of the installation instructions to see what the required adjustments and performance tests are once the upgrade is installed.
- Review the following lists of test equipment requirements for each required adjustment and performance test to further determine whether you have the ability to perform the upgrade yourself or have a Keysight Service Center perform the installation.
If an upgrade option is going to be installed by a Keysight Service Center, additional labor charges may apply. Your Keysight field engineer can provide an all-inclusive quote for this.
All instrument adjustments are automated and require the use of the Keysight Performance Verification & Adjustment Software
Many hardware upgrades will require the redemption and installation of a license key file (.lic) to activate the option. Once an entitlement certificate is received the license key file can be redeemed at the Keysight Software License Redemption Website
N9020B Internal Hardware Option Upgrades
Option | Description | Order As | eDelivery | Upgrade Contents | Minimum Firmware | Adjustments Required1 | Additional Requirements | Incompatible With | Installed By | Installation Time |
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508, 513, 526, 532, 544,550 | Frequency Range Upgrades | Refer to table | No |
| None for upgrades to 508, 513, or 526 A.19.28 for upgrades to 532, 544, or 550 | Included in upgrade price | Not applicable | Upgrades to 532, 544, or 550 incompatible with Opt BBA | Keysight Service Center | Included in upgrade price |
B402 | Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade to 40 MHz and Microwave Preselector Bypass, Option MPB, for Opt 503, 508, 513, 526 | N9020BU-B40 | No |
| None | Yes | 503, 508, 513, or 526 | 532, 544, 550 | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=3.0 Hrs |
Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade to 40 MHz and Microwave Preselector Bypass, Option MPB, for Opt 532, 544, 550 | N9020BU-BUN | No |
| None | Yes | 532, 544, or 550 | 503, 508, 513, 526 | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=3.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=9.0 Hrs | |
B85 | Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade, HW and License, 25 MHz to 85 MHz and Microwave Preselector Bypass, Option MPB, for Opt 503, 508, 513, 526 | N9020BU-B85 | No |
| None | Yes | 503, 508, 513, or 526 | 532, 544, 550, B40, B85, B1A, B1X, B1Y, BBA | Service Center Recommended | Install=4.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=9.0 Hrs |
Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade, HW and License, 40 MHz to 85 MHz | N9020BU-BU1 | No |
| None | Yes | B40 | B85, B1A, B1X, B1Y, BBA | Service Center Recommended | Install=1.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=5.0 Hrs | |
Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade, HW and License, 25 MHz to 85 MHz and Microwave Preselector Bypass, Option MPB, for Opt 532, 544, 550 | N9020BU-BUD | No |
| None | Yes | 532, 544, or 550 | B85, B1A, B1X, B1Y, BBA | Service Center Recommended | Install=4.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=9.0 Hrs | |
B1A | Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade, HW and License, 25 MHz to 125 MHz and Microwave Preselector Bypass, Option MPB, for Opt 503, 508, 513, 526 | N9020BU-B1A | No |
| None | Yes | 503, 508, 513, or 526 | 532, 544, 550, B1A, B1X, B1Y, BBA | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=4.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=9.0 Hrs |
Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade, HW and License, 40 MHz to 125 MHz | N9020BU-BU2 | No |
| None | Yes | B40 | B1A, B1X, B1Y, BBA | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=1.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=5.0 Hrs | |
Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade, HW and License, 85 MHz to 125 MHz | N9020BU-BU6 | Yes |
| None | Yes | B85 | B1A, B1X, B1Y, BBA | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=2.5 Hrs | |
Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade, HW and License, 25 MHz to 125 MHz and Microwave Preselector Bypass, Option MPB, for Opt 532, 544, 550 | N9020BU-BUE | No |
| None | Yes | 532, 544, or 550 | 503, 508, 513, 526, B1A, B1X, B1Y, BBA | Service Center Recommended | Install=4.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=9.0 Hrs | |
B1X | Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade, HW and License, 25 MHz to 160 MHz and Microwave Preselector Bypass, Option MPB, for 503, 508, 513, 526 | N9020BU-B1X | No |
| None | Yes | 503, 508, 513, or 526 | 532, 544, 550, B40, B85, B1A, B1X, B1Y, BBA | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=4.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=9.0 Hrs |
Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade, HW and License, 40 MHz to 160 MHz | N9020BU-BU3 | No |
| None | Yes | B40 | B85, B1A, B1X, B1Y, BBA | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=1.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=5.0 Hrs | |
Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade, License Key Only, 85 MHz to 160 MHz | N9020BU-BU7 | Yes |
| None | Yes | B85 | B1A, B1X, B1Y, BBA | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=2.5 Hrs | |
Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade, License Key Only, 125 MHz to 160 MHz | N9020BU-BUA | Yes |
| None | Yes | B1A | B1A, B1X, B1Y, BBA | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=2.5 Hrs | |
Analysis Bandwidth Upgrade, HW and License, 25 MHz to 160 MHz and Microwave Preselector Bypass, Option MPB, for 532, 544, 550 | N9020BU-BUL | No |
| None | Yes | 532, 544, or 550 | 503, 508, 513, 526, B40, B85, B1A, B1X, B1Y | Service Center Recommended | Install=4.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=9.0 Hrs | |
BBA3 | Analog I/Q Baseband Inputs | N9020BU-BBA | No |
| None | Yes | None | B85, B1A, B1X, B1Y, 532, 544, 550 | Service Center Recommended | Install=2.0 Hrs |
CR3 | Connector Rear, 2nd IF Output MUST READ | N9020BU-CR3 | Yes |
| None | No | Any one or more of CRP or DP2 or B40 or MPB or 532 or 544 or 550 must currently be installed | None | Advanced User5 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
Connector Rear, 2nd I.F. and Arbitrary I.F. Outputs MUST READ | N9020BU-HL3 | No |
| None | Yes | None | CRP or DP2 or B40 or MPB or 532 or 544 or 550 must NOT be currently installed | Service Center Recommended | Install=2.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=8.0 Hrs | |
CRP | Connector Rear, Arbitrary IF Output | Refer to FAQ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | Refer to FAQ | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Connector Rear, 2nd I.F. and Arbitrary I.F. Output | Refer to FAQ | No |
| None | Yes | None | Refer to FAQ | Service Center Recommended | Install=2.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=8.0 Hrs | |
DP2 | Digital Processor with 2 GB Capture Memory | Only available with original instrument purchase | Not applicable | Not applicable | None | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
DP4 | Digital Processor for B85, B1A, B1X, 4 GB Capture Memory | N9020BU-DP4 | No |
| A.17.55 | Yes |
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| Service Center Recommended | Install=1.0 Hrs. Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs. |
EA3 | Electronic Attenuator, 3.6 GHz | N9020BU-EA3 | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | None | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
EDP | Enhanced Display Package | N9020BU-EDP | Yes |
| None | No | None | None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs |
EMC | Basic EMC Functionality | N9020BU-EMC | Yes |
| None | No | None | None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
ESC | External Source Control Feature | N9020BU-ESC |
| None | No | None | None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs | |
EXM | External Mixing | N9020BU-EXM | No |
| None | Yes | None | None | Service Center Recommended | Install=2.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=8.0 Hrs |
FP2 | Fast Power, up to 40 MHz Bandwidth | N9020BU-FP2 | Yes |
| None | No | B40 or B1X or B1A or B85 | B25 | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
FS1 | Fast Sweep Capability | Included with all new instruments and upgrades that include B40 or MPB or DP2 | Yes |
| None | No | B40 or DP2 or MPB | None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
FS2 | Enhanced Fast Sweep Capability | N9020BU-FS2 | Yes |
| A.18.24 | No | DP2 | None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
FT1 | Frequency Mask Trigger Upgrade, basic detection | N9020BU-FT1 | Yes |
| None | None |
| None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
FT2 | Frequency Mask Trigger Upgrade, optimum detection | N9020BU-FT2 | Yes |
| None | None |
| None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
MPB | Microwave Preselector Bypass (Requires B40 and/or DP2) | N9020BU-MPB | No |
| None | Yes | DP2 and/or B40 must be currently installed | 503 | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
NF2 | Noise Floor Extension, Instrument Alignment | N9020BU-NF2 | Yes |
| None | No | None | None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=1.0 Hrs |
P03 | Preamplifier - 100 kHz to 3.6 GHz | N9020BU-P03 | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | P08, P13, P26 | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
P08 | Preamplifier - 100 kHz to 8.4 GHz | N9020BU-P08 | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | P13, P26, 503 | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
P13 | Preamplifier - 100 kHz to 13.6 GHz | N9020BU-P13 | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | P26, 503, 508 | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
P26 | Preamplifier - 100 kHz to 26.5 GHz | N9020BU-P26 | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | 503, 508, 513 | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
P32 | Preamplifier - 100 kHz to 32 GHz | N9020BU-P32 | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | 503, 508, 513, 526, 544, 550 | Service Center Recommended | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=3.5 Hrs |
P44 | Preamplifier - 100 kHz to 44 GHz | N9020BU-P44 | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | 503, 508, 513, 526, 532, 550 | Service Center Recommended | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=3.5 Hrs |
P50 | Preamplifier - 100 kHz to 50 GHz | N9020BU-P50 | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | 503, 508, 513, 526, 532, 544 | Service Center Recommended | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=3.5 Hrs |
PC6S | CPU/SSD assembly with on-board calibration data memory | N9020BU-PCS | No |
| A.25.08 Firmware pre-installed on SSD | No (if existing cal data can be backed up) See Install Note link | None SSD includes Win 10 | Windows 7 | Service Center Recommended | Install=1.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
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Precision Frequency Reference | N9020BU-PFR | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | None | Service Center Recommended5 | Install=0.5 Hrs | |
RBE | Resolution Bandwidth Extended | N9020BU-RBE | Yes |
| A.19.25 | No | Option B85, B1A, or B1X | None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
RT1 | Real Time Spectrum Analyzer up to 160 MHz Bandwidth -Basic Detection | N9020BU-RT1 | Yes |
| None | No |
| RT2 | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
RT2 | Real Time Spectrum Analyzer up to 160 MHz Bandwidth -Optimum Detection | N9020BU-RT2 | Yes |
| None | No |
| None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
SF1 | Security Feature, Exclude Launching Programs | N9020BU-SF1 | Yes |
| None | No | None | None | User | Install=1.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
SF2 | Security Feature, Prohibit Saving Results | N9020BU-SF2 | No |
| None | No | None | None | User | Install=1.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
SSD | Windows Embedded Standard 7 Solid State Drive ⇒ MUST READ | N9020BU-SSD | No |
| None | No4 | None | None | Advanced User | Install=1.0 Hrs |
TDS | Time Domain Scan | N9020BU-TDS | Yes |
| A.19.05 | No |
| Windows XP | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
W10 | Windows 10 Solid State Drive ⇒MUST READ | N9020BU-SS1 | No |
| None | No2 | PC6 | PC2 and PC4 | Advanced User | Install=1.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
YAS | Y-Axis Output | N9020BU-YAS | Yes |
| None | No | None | None | Advanced User5 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
1 While the completion of the recommended adjustments and performance tests for a given option upgrade does verify the functionality of the option, it does not guarantee that the entire instrument meets all published specifications. A full instrument calibration is the only way to guarantee that all instrument specifications are being met.
2 If MIMO or Single Acquisition Combined Measurements (-XFP options) are being performed, contact your local Keysight representative before upgrading
3 Information regarding baseband bandwidth options and RF bandwidth can be found here
4 The instrument calibration data file MUST be transferred in order for the analyzer to meet specifications. If the cal file is not transferred all adjustments and performance tests must be performed. Refer to the Installation Note for details
5 Upgrade can be performed by the User without any performance verification required if the instrument being upgraded is still within it's original factory calibration cycle and no major repairs or adjustments have been performed on it. See the upgrade installation note for more details.
External Hardware Upgrades:
N9020B External Hardware Option Upgrades
Option | Description | Order As | eDelivery | Upgrade Contents | Minimum Firmware | Adjustments Required1 | Additional Requirements | Incompatible With | Installed By | Installation Time |
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1CM113A | Rackmount Kit (Rack Flanges Only) | 1CM113A | No |
| None | None | None | PRC, 1CN103A, 1CP105A | User | Install=2.0 Hrs |
1CN103A | Front Handle Kit (Handles Only) | 1CN103A | No |
| None | None | None | PRC, 1CM113A, 1CP105A | User | Install=0.5 Hrs |
1CP105A | Rackmount Kit w/ Handles | 1CP105A | No |
| None | None | None | PRC, 1CM113A, 1CN103A | User | Install=0.5 Hrs |
1CR013A | Rack Slide Kit (Rack Slides Only) | 1CR013A or E4406-60115 | No |
| None | None | None | PRC | User | Install=1.0 Hrs |
1DVR001A | USB DVD-ROM/CD-R/RW Drive | 1DVR001A | No |
| None | None | None | None | Not applicable | Not applicable |
MLP001A | Minimum Loss Pad, 50 to 75 Ohms | MLP001A or 0955-1020 | No |
| None | None | None | None | Not applicable | Not applicable |
1MSE001A | USB Mouse | 1MSE001A or 0960-3250 | No |
| None | None | None | None | Not applicable | Not applicable |
PRC | Portable Configuration | N9020BU-PRC | No |
| None | None | None | 1CM113A, 1CN103A, 1CP105A, 1CR013A | User | Install=1.0 Hrs |
Instrument Software
Instrument Software Update:
The software update package for the X-Series Signal Analyzers contains the spectrum analyzer measurement application, all the advanced measurement application software, and all other updates required by the individual measurement assemblies inside the instrument.
Keysight recommends updating the instrument software version whenever an internal hardware upgrade or measurement application is installed into the analyzer.
The latest revision of the instrument software installer can be found at:
Measurement Applications:
To see the complete list of software measurement applications available for the N9020A Signal Analyzer see:
Measurement Applications require the redemption and installation of a license key file (.lic). Measurement application upgrades are meant to be performed by the customer, and no adjustments or performance verification tests are required.
In order to redeem a license key, the end user must have a valid redemption certificate and then go to the Keysight Software License Redemption Website