As hybrid fiber/coax (HFC) networks have expanded to deliver more robust broadband services, ensuring network reliability and performance has become a top priority for cable operators. DOCSIS® has long been the foundational technology enabling efficient and high-speed data transmission over HFC networks. With each new iteration, DOCSIS has introduced technological improvements that enhance its capabilities, and DOCSIS 3.1 is no exception. DOCSIS 3.1 has revolutionized the process of detecting and troubleshooting radio frequency (RF) impairments, which are a major source of network performance issues impacting subscribers. Accurate RF