DICOM Stress Testing Toolkit Overview

Welcome to the DICOM Stress Testing Toolkit, a comprehensive suite designed to evaluate and ensure the robust performance of DICOM servers under various load conditions. This toolkit simulates real-world scenarios, providing insights into the server's capacity to handle different types and volumes of DICOM communications.

Features

• Configurable Test Environment: Customize tests according to your specific server setup and requirements.
• Wide Range of Tests: From basic connectivity and single file transfers to high-volume stress tests and endurance evaluations.
• Performance Analysis: Detailed logs and performance metrics to analyze server behavior under stress.
• Modular Design: Easy to extend and adapt for specific testing needs or to include new types of tests.

Getting Started

1. Configure Your Environment: Use Config.bat to set your DICOM server details and preferred testing parameters.
2. Select Your Tests: Choose from a variety of predefined test scripts tailored for different testing scenarios.
3. Run Tests: Execute the chosen test scripts and monitor your server's performance.
4. Analyze Results: Review the generated logs and performance data to identify potential bottlenecks or issues.

Toolkit Components

Batch Scripts

• Echo Test: Validates basic connectivity and communication between SCU and SCP.
• Transfer Tests: Includes single file, fixed size repetitive, and varied size transfers to evaluate server handling and throughput.
• Concurrent Transfers: Simulates real-world scenarios with simultaneous data transmissions.
• Stress Tests: Puts the server under high demand to test its limits and endurance.

Configuration Files

• Config.bat: Central configuration script to set up your testing environment, including server details and test parameters.

Test Folders

• Organized by file size (KB005, KB128, MB01, etc.) to facilitate targeted testing scenarios.

Customization and Extension

The modular structure and clear documentation make it easy to add new tests or adapt existing ones to meet your unique requirements.

Troubleshooting and Tips

• Ensure server accessibility and proper configuration prior to testing.
• Verify the alignment between script paths and intended test files.
• Consider system resources and potential network constraints when planning extensive testing sessions.

Contributing

Your contributions are welcome! Whether it's adding new features, improving existing tests, or reporting issues, your input helps make this toolkit better for everyone.