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| Easily accessible virtual trading environment that mimics an actual production environment for integrated testing
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| Overview |
| The NASDAQ Testing Facility provides the ability for firms to test their automated systems that integrate with NASDAQ’s services. This service supplies firms with a venue to test upcoming NASDAQ releases and product enhancements. In addition, firms may use the NASDAQ Testing Facility to test their new software development prior to implementation. |
| How the Testing Facility Works |
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The NASDAQ Testing Facility supports:
Trade Reporting
- Computer-to-Computer Interface (CTCI)
- FIX (including INET FIX)
- QIX
- OUCH
Market Data
- NASDAQ Proprietary Market Data Feeds
- UTP Market Data Feeds
- NASD TRACE Market Data Feed
Please refer to our IP address details for source/multicast IP addresses required to receive each NTF Market Data Feed.
Testing Facility Connectivity Options:
CTCI
- VPN access through the internet or an extranet connection
- Dial-up (via a v.90/ISDN modem or AS 5300 connection and test service delivery platform located at NASDAQ Data Center)
- Dedicated circuit via NASDAQ network
QIX, FIX and OUCH
- VPN access through the internet or an extranet connection
NASDAQ Market Data
- Extranet connection or dedicated circuit via NASDAQ network
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| Testing Facility Availability |
Hours of Operation
- Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., ET.
- Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., ET.
- Scheduled appointments are available on weekends.
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| Pricing |
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Firms are charged by connect time and are responsible for all charges, unless otherwise notified by NASDAQ.
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| FAQs |
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| Who Can Participate |
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All firms that connect, or are setting up a connection, to NASDAQ via:
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| How to Subscribe |
| Get set up to test.
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| Contact Information |
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