nRF Util provides external capture plugins (extcap) for Wireshark that enable capturing and analyzing data from Nordic Semiconductor devices directly within Wireshark. These plugins integrate with Wireshark's interface and offer real-time data visualization and protocol analysis.
The following table lists the Wireshark plugins provided by nRF Util:
| Plugin name | Description | Command providing the plugin |
|---|---|---|
| nRF Sniffer for Bluetooth LE | Captures Bluetooth Low Energy packets from the air using a compatible nRF device programmed with sniffer firmware. | ble-sniffer |
| nRF Logger for Bluetooth Host Controller Interface | Captures Host Controller Interface (HCI) packets exchanged between the Bluetooth Host and Controller inside the Bluetooth stack. | ble-sniffer |
| nRF Util modem trace | Collects Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (UART) traces from any device that supports modem trace. | trace |
Before installing any plugins, make sure you have Wireshark installed on your system. See Installing Wireshark and plugins for installation instructions.