UPNP - Universal Plug and Play
What is UPnP?
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) is a set of networking protocols that allows devices on a network to discover each other and establish functional network services automatically, without manual configuration.
Why is UPnP useful?
Automatically discovering devices (smart TVs, printers, routers)
Enabling seamless communication between devices
Reducing manual setup for port forwarding, media sharing, and device control
How it works
Device joins network: A UPnP-enabled device connects to the local network
Discovery via SSDP: Sends multicast messages announcing presence
Description exchange: Other devices retrieve device capabilities (usually XML)
Control: Devices send commands using SOAP over HTTP
Eventing: Devices subscribe and receive state change notifications
Presentation: Optional web interface for user interaction
Where is UPnP used?
Home networks (smart TVs, gaming consoles, media servers)
IoT devices (smart lights, thermostats, cameras)
Printers and scanners
Routers (automatic port forwarding)
Streaming and file sharing applications
Which OSI layer does this protocol belong to?
UPnP uses HTTP, SOAP, and XML—all application-layer protocols
Manages device discovery, service description, control commands, event notifications
High-level functions performed by applications
What is SSDP’s role in UPnP?
SSDP is the discovery protocol within UPnP
Devices advertise themselves using NOTIFY messages
Control points (clients) search for devices using M-SEARCH
What devices typically support UPnP?
Smart TVs and media players
Network printers
Game consoles (PlayStation, Xbox)
IP cameras
Routers
Home automation hubs
Streaming servers (e.g., Plex, DLNA)
Can UPnP work across subnets or VLANs?
No, UPnP is designed for local LANs only. SSDP uses multicast, which generally does not cross routers unless special relay/proxy setups are in place.
What are the main components of UPnP architecture?
Devices – Provide services (e.g., media server, printer)
Control Points – Clients that discover and control devices
Services – XML-defined interfaces describing functionality
Description – Device metadata in XML format
Control – Clients send SOAP commands
Eventing – Devices notify clients about state changes (optional)
Presentation – Optional web UI for user interaction
What happens if two devices provide the same UPnP service?
Clients differentiate them by: * Unique UUIDs * USN field * Different service description URLs
Is UPnP only for home networks?
Mostly yes. UPnP is designed for LAN environments and does not scale well in: * WAN environments * Segmented networks without multicast forwarding
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Terminology
Version Info
S.No |
Version |
RFC |
Year |
contribution/core ideas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
UPnP 1.0 |
UPnP Device Architecture 1.0 |
2000 |
Original version; defines discovery, description, control, and eventing using SSDP, HTTP, XML, and SOAP. |
2 |
UPnP 1.1 |
UPnP Device Architecture 1.1 |
2008 |
Adds features like device security, IPv6 support, and improved eventing. |
3 |
UPnP ISO Standard |
ISO/IEC 29341 |
present |
International standardization of UPnP protocols, covering device and service templates in a modular format. |
setup
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UPNP M SEARCH Packet
S.No |
Packet Components |
Description |
Size(Bytes) |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
M-SEARCH Packet |
Sent by a control point (like a client or app) to actively search for UPnP devices or services on the network. |
~150250 Bytes |
Request Line |
M-SEARCH * HTTP/1.1 |
2530 |
|
HOST |
Multicast address and port (239.255.255.250:1900) |
30 |
|
MAN |
Method type, always “ssdp:discover” |
25 |
|
MX |
Maximum wait time before response (in seconds) |
10 |
|
ST |
Search Target (device/service type) |
2050 |
|
USER-AGENT / SERVER |
OS and UPnP version |
4060 |
|
EXT |
Optional placeholder for future extensions |
5 |
UPNP NOTIFY Packet
2 |
NOTIFY Packet |
Sent by UPnP devices to announce their presence (ssdp:alive) or departure (ssdp:byebye) on the network. |
~200300 Bytes |
|---|---|---|---|
Request Line |
NOTIFY * HTTP/1.1 |
2530 |
|
HOST |
Multicast address and port |
30 |
|
NT |
Notification Type (device/service type) |
2050 |
|
NTS |
Notification Sub Type (e.g., ssdp:alive, ssdp:byebye) |
20 |
|
USN |
Unique Service Name (UUID + service type) |
50100 |
|
LOCATION |
URL to device description |
50100 |
|
CACHE-CONTROL |
Cache duration for advertisement |
25 |
|
SERVER |
OS and UPnP version |
4060 |
UPNP HTTP RESPONSE Packet
3 |
HTTP 200 OK Response |
Sent by a UPnP device in response to an M-SEARCH request, providing details about the device or service. |
~200300 Bytes |
|---|---|---|---|
Status Line |
HTTP/1.1 200 OK |
1520 |
|
CACHE-CONTROL |
Cache duration |
25 |
|
DATE |
Timestamp of response |
30 |
|
EXT |
Optional extension header |
5 |
|
LOCATION |
URL to device description |
50100 |
|
SERVER |
OS and UPnP version |
4060 |
|
ST |
Search Target |
2050 |
|
USN |
Unique Service Name |
50100 |
|
CONTENT-LENGTH |
Usually 0 for SSDP |
20 |
S.No |
Use Case |
Description |
|---|---|---|
1 |
Media Streaming |
Enables devices like smart TVs, game consoles, and speakers to discover and stream content from media servers. |
2 |
Printer Sharing |
Allows network printers to be automatically discovered and used by any device on the network. |
3 |
Internet Gateway Configuration (IGD) |
Automatically configures port forwarding on routers for applications like gaming, VoIP, and P2P. |
4 |
Smart Home Automation |
Facilitates communication between smart devices like lights, thermostats, and sensors. |
5 |
Device Discovery |
Automatically detects and identifies new devices on the network without manual setup. |
6 |
Remote Access |
Enables remote control and monitoring of devices via UPnP-enabled apps. |
7 |
Firmware Updates |
Devices can advertise and retrieve firmware updates from a central server. |
8 |
Network Audio Systems |
Synchronizes and controls multi-room audio systems over the local network. |
9 |
Gaming Consoles |
Consoles like Xbox and PlayStation use UPnP to open ports and connect to online services. |
10 |
Security Cameras |
Allows IP cameras to be discovered and accessed by NVRs or mobile apps without manual IP configuration. |
S.No |
UPNP features |
Description |
|---|---|---|
1 |
Zero Configuration |
Devices can connect and configure themselves automatically without user input. |
2 |
Auto Discovery |
Devices automatically discover each other on the network using SSDP. |
3 |
Device Control |
Devices can expose control interfaces (via SOAP) for remote management. |
4 |
Service Advertisement |
Devices announce their presence and capabilities to the network. |
5 |
Event Notification |
Devices can send updates when their state changes (via GENA). |
6 |
Content Sharing |
Media servers can share content with clients like TVs and speakers. |
7 |
Port Mapping (IGD) |
Automatically opens ports on routers for applications like games or VoIP. |
8 |
Standardized Architecture |
Uses XML-based device and service descriptions for interoperability. |
9 |
Extensibility |
New device and service types can be defined and integrated easily. |
10 |
Cross-Platform Support |
Works across different operating systems and hardware platforms. |
Zero Configuration - Testcases
S.No |
Test Case |
Description |
Expected Result |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
UPnP Device Boot |
Power on UPnP device |
Sends SSDP NOTIFY messages |
2 |
UPnP Device Discovery |
Send M-SEARCH |
Device responds with HTTP 200 OK |
3 |
Device Description Retrieval |
Fetch device description XML |
Valid XML with device metadata |
4 |
Service Description Retrieval |
Fetch service description |
Valid SCPD XML |
5 |
Control Action Execution |
Send SOAP action |
Device executes and responds |
6 |
Event Subscription |
Subscribe to service |
Device returns SID and timeout |
7 |
Event Notification |
Change state variable |
Sends NOTIFY to subscriber |
8 |
Presentation URL Access |
Open presentation URL |
Web interface loads |
9 |
Device Re-announcement |
Wait for periodic NOTIFY |
Device re-announces presence |
10 |
Device Departure |
Power off device |
Sends ssdp:byebye or times out |
11 |
Multiple Device Discovery |
Connect multiple devices |
All respond to M-SEARCH |
12 |
Device Type Filtering |
Search for specific device type |
Only matching devices respond |
13 |
Service Type Filtering |
Search for specific service type |
Only matching services respond |
14 |
Invalid SSDP Request |
Send malformed M-SEARCH |
No response or error |
15 |
SSDP TTL Test |
Set TTL < 1 |
No responses |
16 |
SSDP MX Value Test |
Vary MX value |
Delayed responses |
17 |
SSDP Over TCP |
Attempt SSDP over TCP |
Fails (UDP only) |
18 |
SSDP Logging |
Enable logs |
Logs show discovery |
19 |
UPnP Control Point Retry |
Retry M-SEARCH |
Devices respond |
20 |
UPnP Eventing Timeout |
Wait for timeout |
Subscription expires |
21 |
UPnP Device with Multiple Services |
Discover multi-service device |
All services listed |
22 |
UPnP Response Validation |
Check headers |
Must include LOCATION, ST, USN |
23 |
UPnP with NAT |
Devices behind NAT |
Local discovery works |
24 |
UPnP with VLANs |
Devices on different VLANs |
No discovery unless routed |
25 |
UPnP with Wi-Fi Isolation |
Enable AP isolation |
Devices not discovered |
26 |
UPnP with IGMP Snooping |
Enable IGMP snooping |
Multicast may be blocked |
27 |
UPnP with VPN |
Use VPN client |
Discovery may fail |
28 |
UPnP with Proxy |
Use HTTP proxy |
UPnP bypasses proxy |
29 |
UPnP with Docker |
Run UPnP in container |
Discovery depends on network mode |
30 |
UPnP with Virtual Machines |
Use VM on bridged/NAT |
Bridged: works; NAT: may fail |
31 |
UPnP with Smart TVs |
Use smart TV |
TV responds to M-SEARCH |
32 |
UPnP with Media Players |
Use VLC, Kodi |
Devices discovered |
33 |
UPnP with Printers |
Use network printer |
Printer responds if UPnP-enabled |
34 |
UPnP with IoT Devices |
Use smart plugs/cameras |
Devices respond if UPnP-enabled |
35 |
UPnP with Gaming Consoles |
Use Xbox/PS |
Consoles respond |
36 |
UPnP with Mobile Apps |
Use UPnP app |
Devices discovered |
37 |
UPnP with Python |
Use miniupnpc or ssdp.py |
Devices discovered |
38 |
UPnP with Node.js |
Use node-ssdp |
Devices respond |
39 |
UPnP with Java |
Use Cling library |
Devices discovered |
40 |
UPnP with Windows |
Use Windows Media Player |
Discovers DLNA/UPnP devices |
41 |
UPnP with Linux |
Use gupnp-tools or gssdp-discover |
Devices listed |
42 |
UPnP with macOS |
Use VLC or Finder |
Devices discovered |
43 |
UPnP with Wireshark |
Capture SSDP packets |
SSDP visible on UDP 1900 |
44 |
UPnP with Nmap |
Use nmap –script upnp-info |
Devices and services listed |
45 |
UPnP Service Control |
Send Set/Get commands |
Device responds with result |
46 |
UPnP Service Eventing |
Monitor state changes |
NOTIFY messages received |
47 |
UPnP Device Removal |
Remove device from network |
Control point removes it |
48 |
UPnP Device Renaming |
Change friendly name |
Control point updates name |
49 |
UPnP Device Conflict |
Two devices same UUID |
One changes UUID |
50 |
UPnP Security Test |
Send malformed SOAP |
Device handles gracefully |
Auto Discovery - Testcases
S.No |
Test Case |
Description |
Expected Result |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Device Advertisement |
Power on UPnP device |
Sends SSDP NOTIFY messages |
2 |
Control Point Search |
Send M-SEARCH |
Device responds with HTTP 200 OK |
3 |
Periodic Re-Advertisement |
Wait for periodic NOTIFY |
Device re-announces presence |
4 |
Device Departure |
Power off device |
Sends ssdp:byebye or times out |
5 |
Multiple Device Discovery |
Connect multiple devices |
All respond to M-SEARCH |
6 |
Device Type Filtering |
Search for specific device type |
Only matching devices respond |
7 |
Service Type Filtering |
Search for specific service type |
Only matching services respond |
8 |
SSDP TTL Test |
Set TTL < 1 |
No responses |
9 |
SSDP MX Value Test |
Vary MX value |
Responses delayed accordingly |
10 |
SSDP Over TCP |
Attempt SSDP over TCP |
Fails (UDP only) |
11 |
SSDP Multicast Listening |
Monitor 239.255.255.250:1900 |
SSDP traffic visible |
12 |
SSDP Packet Loss |
Drop SSDP packets |
Some devices not discovered |
13 |
SSDP Retry Mechanism |
Retry M-SEARCH |
Devices respond |
14 |
SSDP Logging |
Enable logs |
Logs show discovery events |
15 |
SSDP Spoofing |
Send spoofed NOTIFY |
Control point logs or ignores |
16 |
SSDP Flooding |
Send rapid M-SEARCH |
Devices may throttle or ignore |
17 |
SSDP Response Validation |
Check headers |
Must include LOCATION, ST, USN |
18 |
SSDP with VLANs |
Devices on different VLANs |
No discovery unless routed |
19 |
SSDP with Wi-Fi Isolation |
Enable AP isolation |
Devices not discovered |
20 |
SSDP with IGMP Snooping |
Enable IGMP snooping |
Multicast may be blocked |
21 |
SSDP with VPN |
Use VPN client |
Discovery may fail |
22 |
SSDP with NAT |
Devices behind NAT |
Local discovery works |
23 |
SSDP with Proxy |
Use HTTP proxy |
SSDP bypasses proxy |
24 |
SSDP with Docker |
Run UPnP in container |
Discovery depends on network mode |
25 |
SSDP with Virtual Machines |
Use VM on bridged/NAT |
Bridged: works; NAT: may fail |
26 |
SSDP with Smart TVs |
Use smart TV |
TV responds to M-SEARCH |
27 |
SSDP with Media Players |
Use VLC, Kodi |
Devices discovered |
28 |
SSDP with Printers |
Use network printer |
Printer responds if UPnP-enabled |
29 |
SSDP with IoT Devices |
Use smart plugs/cameras |
Devices respond if UPnP-enabled |
30 |
SSDP with Gaming Consoles |
Use Xbox/PS |
Consoles respond |
31 |
SSDP with Mobile Apps |
Use UPnP app |
Devices discovered |
32 |
SSDP with Python |
Use miniupnpc or ssdp.py |
Devices discovered |
33 |
SSDP with Node.js |
Use node-ssdp |
Devices respond |
34 |
SSDP with Java |
Use Cling library |
Devices discovered |
35 |
SSDP with Windows |
Use Windows Media Player |
Discovers DLNA/UPnP devices |
36 |
SSDP with Linux |
Use gssdp-discover |
Devices listed |
37 |
SSDP with macOS |
Use VLC or Finder |
Devices discovered |
38 |
SSDP with Wireshark |
Capture SSDP packets |
SSDP visible on UDP 1900 |
39 |
SSDP with Nmap |
Use nmap –script upnp-info |
Devices and services listed |
40 |
SSDP with Bonjour |
Coexist with mDNS |
No interference |
41 |
SSDP with IPv6 |
Use IPv6 multicast |
Devices respond (if supported) |
42 |
SSDP on Dual Stack |
Use IPv4 and IPv6 |
Dual responses |
43 |
SSDP with Hostname Conflict |
Two devices same name |
One renames |
44 |
SSDP with Long Device Names |
Use long friendly names |
Control point handles gracefully |
45 |
SSDP with Unicode |
Use non-ASCII names |
Displayed correctly |
46 |
SSDP with Multiple Interfaces |
Device with Wi-Fi + Ethernet |
Both interfaces advertise |
47 |
SSDP with Multiple Services |
Device with many services |
All services listed |
48 |
SSDP with Service Update |
Change service info |
Control point updates |
49 |
SSDP with Service Removal |
Remove service |
Control point removes it |
50 |
SSDP with Service Conflict |
Two services same type |
Both listed with unique USNs |
Device Control - Testcases
S.No |
Test Case |
Description |
Expected Result |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Device Discovery |
Discover UPnP-enabled devices on the network |
Devices are listed |
2 |
Device Description Retrieval |
Retrieve device description XML |
XML is parsed successfully |
3 |
Service Discovery |
Discover services offered by a device |
Services are listed |
4 |
Action Invocation |
Invoke a control action (e.g., Play, Stop) |
Action executes successfully |
5 |
State Variable Query |
Query a devices state variable |
Correct value returned |
6 |
Device Control via SOAP |
Send SOAP request to control device |
Device responds correctly |
7 |
Invalid Action Request |
Send invalid action to device |
Error response received |
8 |
Device Control Timeout |
Simulate timeout during control |
Timeout handled gracefully |
9 |
Device Control with Authentication |
Control device requiring auth |
Authenticated and action succeeds |
10 |
Device Control without Authentication |
Attempt control without auth |
Access denied |
11 |
Device Control with Incorrect Auth |
Use wrong credentials |
Access denied |
12 |
Device Control with Network Delay |
Simulate network latency |
Control still succeeds or retries |
13 |
Device Control with Packet Loss |
Simulate packet loss |
Retries or fails gracefully |
14 |
Device Control with Fragmented Packets |
Send fragmented control messages |
Device handles fragments correctly |
15 |
Device Control with Malformed XML |
Send malformed SOAP/XML |
Device returns error |
16 |
Device Control with Unsupported Action |
Request unsupported action |
Device returns error |
17 |
Device Control Logging |
Log control actions |
Logs are generated |
18 |
Device Control Audit Trail |
Verify audit trail of actions |
Actions are recorded |
19 |
Device Control via Mobile App |
Control device from mobile |
Action succeeds |
20 |
Device Control via Web Interface |
Control device from browser |
Action succeeds |
21 |
Device Control via Voice Assistant |
Control device via Alexa/Google |
Action succeeds |
22 |
Device Control with Multiple Clients |
Control from multiple sources |
All actions processed correctly |
23 |
Device Control with Concurrent Requests |
Send simultaneous control requests |
Device handles concurrency |
24 |
Device Control with Role-Based Access |
Restrict actions by user role |
Access enforced |
25 |
Device Control with Scheduled Actions |
Schedule future actions |
Actions execute on time |
26 |
Device Control with Event Subscription |
Subscribe to device events |
Events received correctly |
27 |
Device Control with Event Notification |
Receive state change notifications |
Notifications received |
28 |
Device Control with Device Removal |
Remove device during control |
Control fails gracefully |
29 |
Device Control with Device Reboot |
Reboot device mid-session |
Session re-establishes |
30 |
Device Control with Firmware Update |
Update device firmware |
Control resumes post-update |
31 |
Device Control with Device Grouping |
Control grouped devices |
All devices respond |
32 |
Device Control with Device Unavailable |
Control offline device |
Error returned |
33 |
Device Control with Device Reconnect |
Reconnect device and retry |
Control succeeds |
34 |
Device Control with Device Rename |
Rename device and control |
Control still works |
35 |
Device Control with Device IP Change |
Change IP and retry control |
Device rediscovered and controlled |
36 |
Device Control with SSDP Discovery |
Use SSDP to discover devices |
Devices found |
37 |
Device Control with SSDP Timeout |
SSDP response delayed |
Retry or timeout handled |
38 |
Device Control with SSDP Flood |
Flood SSDP requests |
Device handles load |
39 |
Device Control with SSDP Spoofing |
Spoof SSDP response |
Spoof detected or ignored |
40 |
Device Control with Secure UPnP |
Use secure UPnP (e.g., UPnP IGD v2) |
Secure control succeeds |
41 |
Device Control with IPv6 |
Control device over IPv6 |
Action succeeds |
42 |
Device Control with NAT Traversal |
Control device behind NAT |
Action succeeds via IGD |
43 |
Device Control with Port Mapping |
Add port mapping via UPnP |
Mapping succeeds |
44 |
Device Control with Port Mapping Removal |
Remove port mapping |
Mapping removed |
45 |
Device Control with Invalid Port Mapping |
Add invalid mapping |
Error returned |
46 |
Device Control with Device Type Filtering |
Filter by device type (e.g., MediaServer) |
Only matching devices shown |
47 |
Device Control with Service Type Filtering |
Filter by service type |
Only matching services shown |
48 |
Device Control with Device Capabilities Query |
Query supported actions |
Capabilities listed |
49 |
Device Control with Device Reset |
Reset device to factory settings |
Device resets and rejoins |
50 |
Device Control with Custom Action |
Invoke vendor-specific action |
Action executes successfully |
Service Advertisement - Testcases
S.No |
Test Case |
Description |
Expected Result |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
UPnP Service Discovery |
Discover available UPnP services on the network |
Services are listed successfully |
2 |
UPnP Device Advertisement |
Advertise device presence using UPnP |
Device appears in network browser |
3 |
UPnP Service Advertisement |
Advertise service availability |
Service is discoverable by other devices |
4 |
SSDP Alive Message Transmission |
Send SSDP alive message periodically |
Alive message received by control point |
5 |
SSDP ByeBye Message Transmission |
Send SSDP byebye message on shutdown |
Device/service removed from list |
6 |
UPnP Device Description Retrieval |
Retrieve device description XML |
XML retrieved and parsed successfully |
7 |
UPnP Service Description Retrieval |
Retrieve service description XML |
XML retrieved and parsed successfully |
8 |
UPnP Advertisement Interval Check |
Verify advertisement interval compliance |
Interval matches UPnP specification |
9 |
UPnP Advertisement on IP Change |
Re-advertise service after IP address change |
Service re-advertised correctly |
10 |
UPnP Advertisement on Reboot |
Advertise service after device reboot |
Service advertised successfully |
11 |
UPnP Advertisement with TTL |
Advertise with correct Time-To-Live (TTL) value |
TTL value respected |
12 |
UPnP Advertisement on Network Join |
Advertise service when joining a new network |
Service visible on new network |
13 |
UPnP Advertisement on Interface Up |
Advertise when network interface becomes active |
Advertisement sent |
14 |
UPnP Advertisement on Interface Down |
Stop advertisement when interface goes down |
Advertisement stopped |
15 |
UPnP Advertisement with Multiple NICs |
Advertise on all active network interfaces |
Services visible on all interfaces |
16 |
UPnP Advertisement with IPv6 |
Advertise using IPv6 multicast |
Advertisement received over IPv6 |
17 |
UPnP Advertisement with IPv4 |
Advertise using IPv4 multicast |
Advertisement received over IPv4 |
18 |
UPnP Advertisement Security Check |
Ensure no sensitive data in advertisements |
Advertisement sanitized |
19 |
UPnP Advertisement Rate Limiting |
Prevent flooding of advertisements |
Rate limiting enforced |
20 |
UPnP Advertisement Logging |
Log all advertisement events |
Logs generated correctly |
21 |
UPnP Advertisement on NAT |
Advertise service behind NAT |
Service discoverable via NAT traversal |
22 |
UPnP Advertisement with Firewall Enabled |
Advertise with firewall rules in place |
Advertisement not blocked |
23 |
UPnP Advertisement with Custom Port |
Advertise using non-default port |
Service still discoverable |
24 |
UPnP Advertisement with Invalid XML |
Send malformed device/service description |
Error handled gracefully |
25 |
UPnP Advertisement with Large Payload |
Advertise with large description payload |
Advertisement processed correctly |
26 |
UPnP Advertisement with Multiple Services |
Advertise multiple services from one device |
All services listed |
27 |
UPnP Advertisement with Device Hierarchy |
Advertise device with embedded devices |
Hierarchy parsed correctly |
28 |
UPnP Advertisement with Dynamic IP |
Handle IP address change during session |
Advertisement updated |
29 |
UPnP Advertisement with Duplicate UUID |
Advertise with duplicate UUID |
Conflict detected |
30 |
UPnP Advertisement with Invalid UUID |
Advertise with malformed UUID |
Advertisement rejected |
31 |
UPnP Advertisement with Expired TTL |
TTL expires without refresh |
Service removed from list |
32 |
UPnP Advertisement with SSDP Flood |
Send excessive SSDP messages |
Flood detected and mitigated |
33 |
UPnP Advertisement with SSDP Multicast |
Use correct multicast address for SSDP |
Advertisement received |
34 |
UPnP Advertisement with SSDP Unicast |
Send SSDP response via unicast |
Response received correctly |
35 |
UPnP Advertisement with Device Removal |
Remove device and send byebye message |
Device removed from control point |
36 |
UPnP Advertisement with Service Removal |
Remove service and send byebye message |
Service removed from control point |
37 |
UPnP Advertisement with Network Congestion |
Advertise under high network load |
Advertisement still received |
38 |
UPnP Advertisement with VLAN |
Advertise across VLANs |
Advertisement visible across VLANs |
39 |
UPnP Advertisement with VPN |
Advertise over VPN |
Advertisement received over VPN |
40 |
UPnP Advertisement with Proxy |
Advertise through proxy |
Advertisement forwarded correctly |
41 |
UPnP Advertisement with Device Alias |
Advertise with alternate device name |
Alias displayed correctly |
42 |
UPnP Advertisement with Service Versioning |
Advertise service with version info |
Version recognized |
43 |
UPnP Advertisement with Custom Schema |
Use custom schema in service description |
Schema parsed correctly |
44 |
UPnP Advertisement with HTTP/1.1 |
Use HTTP/1.1 for description retrieval |
Description retrieved |
45 |
UPnP Advertisement with HTTPS |
Use HTTPS for secure description retrieval |
Secure connection established |
46 |
UPnP Advertisement with Authentication |
Require authentication for service access |
Authenticated successfully |
47 |
UPnP Advertisement with Access Control |
Restrict service visibility based on ACL |
Access controlled |
48 |
UPnP Advertisement with Device Grouping |
Group devices under a single advertisement |
Grouping displayed correctly |
49 |
UPnP Advertisement with Event Subscriptions |
Advertise support for event subscriptions |
Subscriptions accepted |
50 |
UPnP Advertisement Compliance Test |
Validate against UPnP specification |
Advertisement passes compliance checks |
Event Notification - Testcases
S.No |
Test Case |
Description |
Expected Result |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Event Subscription Request |
Subscribe to a devices service events |
Subscription accepted |
2 |
Event Notification Delivery |
Receive notification on state change |
Notification received |
3 |
Event Notification Format |
Validate XML format of notification |
Format is correct |
4 |
Event Notification with Multiple Variables |
Notify multiple state changes |
All changes included |
5 |
Event Notification with No Change |
No state change occurs |
No notification sent |
6 |
Event Notification with Invalid Callback URL |
Use invalid callback URL |
Subscription fails |
7 |
Event Notification with Expired Subscription |
Let subscription expire |
No further notifications sent |
8 |
Event Notification Renewal |
Renew subscription before expiry |
Subscription extended |
9 |
Event Notification Unsubscribe |
Unsubscribe from events |
Notifications stop |
10 |
Event Notification with Network Delay |
Simulate delay in delivery |
Notification eventually received |
11 |
Event Notification with Packet Loss |
Simulate packet loss |
Notification may be missed |
12 |
Event Notification Retry |
Retry sending failed notification |
Retry succeeds |
13 |
Event Notification with Malformed XML |
Send malformed event message |
Client rejects message |
14 |
Event Notification with Invalid SID |
Use invalid subscription ID |
Notification rejected |
15 |
Event Notification with Multiple Subscribers |
Notify multiple clients |
All receive notifications |
16 |
Event Notification with Concurrent Events |
Trigger multiple events simultaneously |
All notifications sent |
17 |
Event Notification Logging |
Log all event notifications |
Logs generated |
18 |
Event Notification with Device Reboot |
Reboot device mid-subscription |
Subscription re-established |
19 |
Event Notification with Control Point Reboot |
Reboot client |
Re-subscription required |
20 |
Event Notification with Service Removal |
Remove service during subscription |
Subscription terminated |
21 |
Event Notification with Service Restart |
Restart service |
Subscription re-established |
22 |
Event Notification with SSDP Re-Discovery |
Rediscover device after reboot |
Subscription re-initiated |
23 |
Event Notification with Secure Callback |
Use HTTPS callback URL |
Notification delivered securely |
24 |
Event Notification with Unauthorized Callback |
Use unauthorized URL |
Subscription denied |
25 |
Event Notification with Event Filtering |
Subscribe to specific events |
Only selected events received |
26 |
Event Notification with Event Throttling |
Limit frequency of notifications |
Throttling enforced |
27 |
Event Notification with Event Aggregation |
Aggregate multiple changes |
Single notification sent |
28 |
Event Notification with Event Burst |
Trigger rapid state changes |
All notifications handled |
29 |
Event Notification with Device Group |
Notify from grouped devices |
Notifications received from all |
30 |
Event Notification with Device Offline |
Device goes offline |
Subscription fails or ends |
31 |
Event Notification with Device Rename |
Rename device |
Subscription remains valid |
32 |
Event Notification with Device IP Change |
Change device IP |
Subscription re-established |
33 |
Event Notification with IPv6 |
Use IPv6 for notifications |
Notification received |
34 |
Event Notification with NAT Traversal |
Notify through NAT |
Notification received |
35 |
Event Notification with Firewall |
Notify through firewall |
Notification received or blocked |
36 |
Event Notification with Event History |
Retrieve past events |
History available (if supported) |
37 |
Event Notification with Event Acknowledgment |
Acknowledge receipt |
Acknowledgment processed |
38 |
Event Notification with Event Priority |
Prioritize critical events |
High-priority events delivered first |
39 |
Event Notification with Event Compression |
Compress event payload |
Notification received and decompressed |
40 |
Event Notification with Event Encryption |
Encrypt event data |
Notification decrypted successfully |
41 |
Event Notification with Event Signing |
Sign event messages |
Signature verified |
42 |
Event Notification with Event Replay Protection |
Prevent replayed events |
Duplicate ignored |
43 |
Event Notification with Event Timestamp |
Include timestamp in event |
Timestamp validated |
44 |
Event Notification with Event Sequence Number |
Include sequence number |
Order verified |
45 |
Event Notification with Event Loss Detection |
Detect missed events |
Client requests resync |
46 |
Event Notification with Event Recovery |
Recover from missed events |
State re-synced |
47 |
Event Notification with Event Subscription Timeout |
Let subscription expire without renewal |
Subscription ends |
48 |
Event Notification with Event Subscription Refresh |
Refresh subscription periodically |
Subscription maintained |
49 |
Event Notification with Event Subscription Conflict |
Handle duplicate subscriptions |
Conflict resolved |
50 |
Event Notification with Event Subscription Limit |
Exceed max subscriptions |
New subscription denied |
Content Sharing - Testcases
S.No |
Test Case |
Description |
Expected Result |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Media Server Discovery |
Discover UPnP media servers |
Servers are listed |
2 |
Media Renderer Discovery |
Discover UPnP media renderers |
Renderers are listed |
3 |
Content Directory Browsing |
Browse shared content (audio/video/images) |
Content is displayed |
4 |
Content Metadata Retrieval |
Retrieve metadata (title, artist, etc.) |
Metadata is accurate |
5 |
Content Streaming |
Stream media from server to renderer |
Playback starts successfully |
6 |
Content Pause/Resume |
Pause and resume playback |
Playback resumes correctly |
7 |
Content Stop |
Stop media playback |
Playback stops |
8 |
Content Seek |
Seek to a specific timestamp |
Playback jumps to correct position |
9 |
Content Format Support |
Play various media formats (MP4, MP3, etc.) |
Supported formats play correctly |
10 |
Unsupported Format Handling |
Attempt to play unsupported format |
Error or fallback occurs |
11 |
Content Sharing with Permissions |
Share content with access control |
Only authorized users access content |
12 |
Content Sharing without Permissions |
Share content openly |
All users can access |
13 |
Content Sharing with Large Files |
Share large media files |
Playback is smooth |
14 |
Content Sharing with Network Delay |
Simulate latency |
Playback buffers or adjusts |
15 |
Content Sharing with Packet Loss |
Simulate packet loss |
Playback retries or degrades gracefully |
16 |
Content Sharing with Multiple Clients |
Stream to multiple devices |
All clients receive stream |
17 |
Content Sharing with Concurrent Streams |
Stream different content to different devices |
Streams handled correctly |
18 |
Content Sharing with Mobile Device |
Share content from mobile |
Content is accessible |
19 |
Content Sharing with Smart TV |
Stream to smart TV |
Playback succeeds |
20 |
Content Sharing with PC |
Stream from PC to other devices |
Playback succeeds |
21 |
Content Sharing with NAS |
Share content from network storage |
Content is accessible |
22 |
Content Sharing with DLNA Devices |
Interoperate with DLNA-certified devices |
Content shared successfully |
23 |
Content Sharing with Device Reboot |
Reboot server mid-stream |
Stream resumes or reconnects |
24 |
Content Sharing with Device Disconnect |
Disconnect renderer mid-stream |
Stream stops gracefully |
25 |
Content Sharing with Device Reconnect |
Reconnect renderer |
Stream resumes |
26 |
Content Sharing with Device Rename |
Rename device |
Device still discoverable |
27 |
Content Sharing with Device IP Change |
Change IP address |
Device rediscovered |
28 |
Content Sharing with SSDP Discovery |
Discover devices via SSDP |
Devices listed |
29 |
Content Sharing with SSDP Timeout |
Delay SSDP response |
Discovery retries or fails |
30 |
Content Sharing with SSDP Flood |
Flood network with SSDP |
Devices handle load |
31 |
Content Sharing with Secure Sharing |
Use HTTPS or encryption |
Content shared securely |
32 |
Content Sharing with Logging |
Log sharing activity |
Logs generated |
33 |
Content Sharing with Audit Trail |
Track content access |
Access recorded |
34 |
Content Sharing with Parental Controls |
Restrict access to certain content |
Restrictions enforced |
35 |
Content Sharing with Content Filtering |
Filter by type/genre |
Only matching content shown |
36 |
Content Sharing with Search |
Search for specific content |
Results returned accurately |
37 |
Content Sharing with Thumbnails |
Display media thumbnails |
Thumbnails load correctly |
38 |
Content Sharing with Subtitles |
Stream content with subtitles |
Subtitles displayed |
39 |
Content Sharing with Playlist Support |
Play content in sequence |
Playlist plays correctly |
40 |
Content Sharing with Repeat/Shuffle |
Enable repeat or shuffle |
Playback follows mode |
41 |
Content Sharing with Album Art |
Display album art |
Art shown correctly |
42 |
Content Sharing with Metadata Editing |
Edit content metadata |
Changes reflected |
43 |
Content Sharing with Content Upload |
Upload new content to server |
Content becomes available |
44 |
Content Sharing with Content Deletion |
Delete shared content |
Content removed from list |
45 |
Content Sharing with Content Update |
Update existing content |
Changes reflected |
46 |
Content Sharing with Bandwidth Limiting |
Limit stream bandwidth |
Playback adapts |
47 |
Content Sharing with QoS |
Prioritize media traffic |
Stream quality maintained |
48 |
Content Sharing with Event Notification |
Notify on new content |
Notification received |
49 |
Content Sharing with Device Grouping |
Share content to grouped devices |
All devices play content |
50 |
Content Sharing with Scheduled Playback |
Schedule content to play at a time |
Playback starts on schedule |
Port Mapping - Testcases
S.No |
Test Case |
Description |
Expected Result |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Add Port Mapping |
Add a new port mapping via UPnP IGD |
Port mapping added successfully |
2 |
Delete Port Mapping |
Remove an existing port mapping |
Port mapping deleted successfully |
3 |
Get Specific Port Mapping Entry |
Retrieve details of a specific port mapping |
Correct entry returned |
4 |
Get Generic Port Mapping Entry |
Retrieve a list of port mappings |
List returned successfully |
5 |
Port Mapping with TCP Protocol |
Add TCP port mapping |
TCP port mapped successfully |
6 |
Port Mapping with UDP Protocol |
Add UDP port mapping |
UDP port mapped successfully |
7 |
Port Mapping with Invalid Port |
Attempt to map an invalid port number |
Error returned |
8 |
Port Mapping with Duplicate Entry |
Add a mapping that already exists |
Duplicate entry rejected |
9 |
Port Mapping with External Host |
Add mapping with external host specified |
Mapping added with external host |
10 |
Port Mapping with Lease Duration |
Add mapping with lease time |
Mapping expires after lease duration |
11 |
Port Mapping Renewal |
Renew an existing port mapping |
Lease extended successfully |
12 |
Port Mapping Expiry |
Wait for lease to expire |
Mapping removed automatically |
13 |
Port Mapping with Description |
Add mapping with a description |
Description stored correctly |
14 |
Port Mapping with Max Entries |
Add mappings up to device limit |
All entries accepted |
15 |
Port Mapping Beyond Limit |
Add mapping beyond supported limit |
Mapping rejected |
16 |
Port Mapping on Reboot |
Check persistence after device reboot |
Mapping retained or removed per config |
17 |
Port Mapping with NAT Enabled |
Add mapping behind NAT |
Mapping works through NAT |
18 |
Port Mapping with Firewall Enabled |
Add mapping with firewall active |
Mapping allowed through firewall |
19 |
Port Mapping with Invalid Protocol |
Use unsupported protocol |
Error returned |
20 |
Port Mapping with Reserved Port |
Attempt to map a reserved port |
Mapping rejected |
21 |
Port Mapping with External Port Conflict |
Add mapping with already used external port |
Conflict detected |
22 |
Port Mapping with Internal Port Conflict |
Add mapping with already used internal port |
Conflict handled |
23 |
Port Mapping with Port Range |
Add mapping for a range of ports |
Range mapped successfully |
24 |
Port Mapping with IPv6 |
Attempt mapping with IPv6 address |
Mapping accepted or rejected |
25 |
Port Mapping with IPv4 |
Add mapping with IPv4 address |
Mapping successful |
26 |
Port Mapping with Invalid IP |
Use malformed IP address |
Error returned |
27 |
Port Mapping with Loopback Address |
Use 127.0.0.1 as internal client |
Mapping rejected |
28 |
Port Mapping with Broadcast Address |
Use broadcast address |
Mapping rejected |
29 |
Port Mapping with Zero Port |
Use port 0 |
Mapping rejected |
30 |
Port Mapping with Max Port Number |
Use port 65535 |
Mapping accepted |
31 |
Port Mapping with Logging Enabled |
Enable logging for port mapping |
Logs generated |
32 |
Port Mapping with Logging Disabled |
Disable logging |
No logs generated |
33 |
Port Mapping with Invalid Lease Time |
Use negative or zero lease time |
Mapping rejected |
34 |
Port Mapping with Long Description |
Use long string in description |
Description truncated or accepted |
35 |
Port Mapping with Special Characters |
Use special characters in description |
Characters handled correctly |
36 |
Port Mapping with Device Alias |
Use alias instead of IP |
Mapping resolved correctly |
37 |
Port Mapping with Hostname |
Use hostname instead of IP |
Hostname resolved |
38 |
Port Mapping with DNS Resolution |
Test DNS resolution for internal client |
DNS resolved correctly |
39 |
Port Mapping with Dynamic IP |
Internal client has dynamic IP |
Mapping updated or fails |
40 |
Port Mapping with Static IP |
Internal client has static IP |
Mapping successful |
41 |
Port Mapping with Interface Change |
Network interface changes |
Mapping updated accordingly |
42 |
Port Mapping with Interface Down |
Interface goes down |
Mapping removed or disabled |
43 |
Port Mapping with Interface Up |
Interface comes up |
Mapping re-established |
44 |
Port Mapping with Multiple Interfaces |
Add mapping on multiple interfaces |
Mapping applied to all |
45 |
Port Mapping with VPN |
Add mapping over VPN |
Mapping successful or blocked |
46 |
Port Mapping with VLAN |
Add mapping in VLAN environment |
Mapping successful |
47 |
Port Mapping with Proxy |
Add mapping through proxy |
Mapping behavior verified |
48 |
Port Mapping with UPnP Disabled |
Try mapping when UPnP is disabled |
Mapping fails |
49 |
Port Mapping with IGD v1 |
Test with IGD version 1 |
Mapping successful |
50 |
Port Mapping with IGD v2 |
Test with IGD version 2 |
Mapping successful |
Standardized Architecture - Testcases
S.No |
Test Case |
Description |
Expected Result |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Device Description Compliance |
Validate device description XML against UPnP schema |
XML is valid |
2 |
Service Description Compliance |
Validate service description XML |
XML is valid |
3 |
SSDP Discovery Compliance |
Use SSDP for device/service discovery |
Devices/services discovered |
4 |
SOAP Action Format Compliance |
Send SOAP requests in standard format |
Device processes request |
5 |
GENA Eventing Compliance |
Subscribe and receive events using GENA |
Events received correctly |
6 |
Device Type Naming Convention |
Use standard device type URNs |
Device recognized |
7 |
Service Type Naming Convention |
Use standard service type URNs |
Service recognized |
8 |
Device Hierarchy Structure |
Validate root and embedded device structure |
Structure is correct |
9 |
Action List Format |
Validate action list in service description |
Actions listed correctly |
10 |
State Variable Format |
Validate state variable definitions |
Variables defined correctly |
11 |
Control URL Format |
Use standard control URL structure |
URL accepted |
12 |
Event Subscription URL Format |
Use standard eventSub URL |
Subscription succeeds |
13 |
Presentation URL Format |
Use valid presentation URL |
URL accessible |
14 |
Device UUID Format |
Use valid UUID for device |
UUID recognized |
15 |
Device Versioning |
Use correct versioning in device type |
Version accepted |
16 |
Service Versioning |
Use correct versioning in service type |
Version accepted |
17 |
Device Icon Format |
Provide icon in standard format |
Icon displayed |
18 |
Device Friendly Name |
Use human-readable device name |
Name displayed correctly |
19 |
Manufacturer Info Format |
Include manufacturer details |
Info parsed correctly |
20 |
Model Info Format |
Include model name and number |
Info parsed correctly |
21 |
URL Base Handling |
Use and resolve URLBase correctly |
URLs resolved properly |
22 |
Device Control Flow |
Follow standard control flow (discovery control) |
Flow completes successfully |
23 |
Event Notification Format |
Use standard XML for events |
Notification accepted |
24 |
Subscription Timeout Handling |
Handle subscription timeouts per spec |
Timeout enforced |
25 |
Action Argument Direction |
Use correct direction (in/out) |
Action executes correctly |
26 |
Action Argument Data Types |
Use standard UPnP data types |
Types validated |
27 |
State Variable SendEvents Attribute |
Use correct sendEvents value |
Eventing behaves as expected |
28 |
State Variable Default Value |
Use valid default values |
Defaults applied |
29 |
State Variable Allowed Value List |
Use allowedValueList correctly |
Validation succeeds |
30 |
State Variable Allowed Value Range |
Use allowedValueRange correctly |
Validation succeeds |
31 |
Device Control Point Compatibility |
Interoperate with standard control points |
Control succeeds |
32 |
Device Interoperability |
Interoperate with other UPnP devices |
Communication succeeds |
33 |
Service Action Execution |
Execute standard service actions |
Actions succeed |
34 |
Service State Variable Query |
Query state variables via control point |
Values returned |
35 |
Device Removal Handling |
Remove device from network |
Control point updates list |
36 |
Device Rejoin Handling |
Rejoin device to network |
Device rediscovered |
37 |
Device Description Update |
Update device description |
Changes reflected |
38 |
Service Description Update |
Update service description |
Changes reflected |
39 |
SSDP ByeBye Message Handling |
Handle device departure |
Device removed from list |
40 |
SSDP Alive Message Handling |
Handle device announcement |
Device added to list |
41 |
SSDP MX Value Handling |
Respect MX delay in discovery |
Responses staggered |
42 |
SSDP Search Target Handling |
Use correct ST values |
Matching devices respond |
43 |
SSDP USN Format |
Use correct USN format |
Device identified |
44 |
SOAP Fault Handling |
Return standard SOAP faults |
Faults parsed correctly |
45 |
GENA Subscription Renewal |
Renew event subscription |
Subscription extended |
46 |
GENA Unsubscribe Handling |
Unsubscribe from events |
Events stop |
47 |
GENA Notification Retry |
Retry failed notifications |
Retry succeeds |
48 |
Device Capability Advertisement |
Advertise supported services |
Capabilities listed |
49 |
Device Capability Filtering |
Filter devices by type/capability |
Only matching devices shown |
50 |
Architecture Compliance Test |
Run full UPnP architecture compliance test |
Device passes all checks |
Extensibility - Testcases
S.No |
Test Case |
Description |
Expected Result |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Add New UPnP Service |
Add a new custom UPnP service to a device |
Service added and advertised successfully |
2 |
Add New UPnP Device |
Add a new device type to the UPnP network |
Device recognized and listed |
3 |
Extend Device Description XML |
Add new fields to device description |
Fields parsed without error |
4 |
Extend Service Description XML |
Add new actions/state variables to service description |
Extensions accepted |
5 |
Add Vendor-Specific Action |
Add a custom action to a standard service |
Action executed successfully |
6 |
Add Vendor-Specific State Variable |
Add a custom state variable |
Variable recognized and updated |
7 |
Extend SSDP Advertisement |
Include custom headers in SSDP messages |
Headers received and parsed |
8 |
Extend Control URL |
Use extended control URL for new services |
Control point accesses service successfully |
9 |
Extend Event Subscription URL |
Use extended event subscription URL |
Subscriptions handled correctly |
10 |
Add New Device Icon |
Add custom icon to device description |
Icon displayed in control point |
11 |
Add New Device Category |
Define a new device category |
Category recognized |
12 |
Add New Service Category |
Define a new service category |
Category recognized |
13 |
Extend UPnP Schema |
Use extended XML schema |
Schema validated successfully |
14 |
Add Custom Device Capabilities |
Add new capabilities to existing device |
Capabilities advertised |
15 |
Add Custom Service Capabilities |
Add new capabilities to existing service |
Capabilities advertised |
16 |
Extend Device Hierarchy |
Add embedded devices dynamically |
Hierarchy updated and visible |
17 |
Extend Device Lifecycle |
Add lifecycle hooks for new device types |
Hooks triggered correctly |
18 |
Extend Service Lifecycle |
Add lifecycle hooks for new services |
Hooks triggered correctly |
19 |
Add New Event Types |
Define and trigger new event types |
Events received by subscribers |
20 |
Add New Action Parameters |
Add extra parameters to existing actions |
Parameters handled correctly |
21 |
Add New State Variable Types |
Use new data types for state variables |
Types parsed and validated |
22 |
Extend UPnP Error Codes |
Define custom error codes |
Errors handled gracefully |
23 |
Extend UPnP Logging |
Add logging for new services |
Logs generated correctly |
24 |
Add New Device Templates |
Use templates for dynamic device creation |
Devices instantiated from templates |
25 |
Add New Service Templates |
Use templates for dynamic service creation |
Services instantiated from templates |
26 |
Extend Device Discovery |
Discover new device types |
Devices discovered successfully |
27 |
Extend Service Discovery |
Discover new service types |
Services discovered successfully |
28 |
Extend Device Control |
Control new device types |
Control commands executed |
29 |
Extend Service Control |
Control new service types |
Control commands executed |
30 |
Extend Device Events |
Subscribe to events from new device types |
Events received |
31 |
Extend Service Events |
Subscribe to events from new service types |
Events received |
32 |
Add New Device Icons |
Add multiple icons for different resolutions |
Icons displayed correctly |
33 |
Extend UPnP Version Support |
Add support for newer UPnP versions |
Version compatibility maintained |
34 |
Extend Device Security |
Add security features to new device types |
Security features enforced |
35 |
Extend Service Security |
Add security features to new service types |
Security features enforced |
36 |
Add Device Metadata |
Add metadata tags to devices |
Metadata displayed in control point |
37 |
Add Service Metadata |
Add metadata tags to services |
Metadata displayed in control point |
38 |
Extend Device Configuration |
Add configuration options to new devices |
Configuration applied successfully |
39 |
Extend Service Configuration |
Add configuration options to new services |
Configuration applied successfully |
40 |
Add Device Update Mechanism |
Add OTA update support for new devices |
Updates applied successfully |
41 |
Add Service Update Mechanism |
Add OTA update support for new services |
Updates applied successfully |
42 |
Extend Device Logging |
Add logging for new device types |
Logs generated |
43 |
Extend Service Logging |
Add logging for new service types |
Logs generated |
44 |
Add Device Debug Interface |
Add debug interface for new devices |
Debug info accessible |
45 |
Add Service Debug Interface |
Add debug interface for new services |
Debug info accessible |
46 |
Extend Device UI |
Add UI elements for new device types |
UI rendered correctly |
47 |
Extend Service UI |
Add UI elements for new service types |
UI rendered correctly |
48 |
Add Device Localization |
Add multi-language support for new devices |
Localized content displayed |
49 |
Add Service Localization |
Add multi-language support for new services |
Localized content displayed |
50 |
Validate Extensibility Compliance |
Validate all extensions against UPnP standards |
Extensions pass compliance checks |
Cross Platform Support - Testcases
S.No |
Test Case |
Description |
Expected Result |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
UPnP on Windows |
Test UPnP functionality on Windows OS |
UPnP services discovered and controlled |
2 |
UPnP on macOS |
Test UPnP functionality on macOS |
UPnP services discovered and controlled |
3 |
UPnP on Linux |
Test UPnP functionality on Linux |
UPnP services discovered and controlled |
4 |
UPnP on Android |
Test UPnP functionality on Android devices |
UPnP services discovered and controlled |
5 |
UPnP on iOS |
Test UPnP functionality on iOS devices |
UPnP services discovered and controlled |
6 |
UPnP on Smart TVs |
Test UPnP discovery on smart TVs |
Services listed and accessible |
7 |
UPnP on Game Consoles |
Test UPnP on PlayStation/Xbox |
NAT type open, services accessible |
8 |
UPnP on IoT Devices |
Test UPnP on smart home devices |
Devices discoverable and manageable |
9 |
UPnP on Routers |
Test UPnP port mapping on various routers |
Port mappings applied successfully |
10 |
UPnP on Virtual Machines |
Test UPnP in VM environments |
Services discovered within VM |
11 |
UPnP on Docker Containers |
Test UPnP in containerized environments |
Services discovered if network allows |
12 |
UPnP on IPv4 Networks |
Test UPnP over IPv4 |
Services discovered and controlled |
13 |
UPnP on IPv6 Networks |
Test UPnP over IPv6 |
Services discovered and controlled |
14 |
UPnP on Dual Stack Networks |
Test UPnP on dual stack (IPv4 + IPv6) |
Services work on both stacks |
15 |
UPnP on Wi-Fi |
Test UPnP over wireless networks |
Services discovered wirelessly |
16 |
UPnP on Ethernet |
Test UPnP over wired networks |
Services discovered over LAN |
17 |
UPnP on Mobile Hotspot |
Test UPnP over mobile hotspot |
Services discovered if supported |
18 |
UPnP on VPN |
Test UPnP over VPN connections |
Services may be blocked or tunneled |
19 |
UPnP on VLAN |
Test UPnP across VLANs |
Services discovered if multicast allowed |
20 |
UPnP on Mesh Networks |
Test UPnP in mesh Wi-Fi setups |
Services discovered across mesh nodes |
21 |
UPnP on Different OS Versions |
Test UPnP on multiple OS versions |
Consistent behavior across versions |
22 |
UPnP on Different Hardware Architectures |
Test UPnP on ARM, x86, etc. |
Services work across architectures |
23 |
UPnP on Different Browsers |
Test UPnP web interfaces across browsers |
Interfaces render and function correctly |
24 |
UPnP on Different Media Players |
Test UPnP streaming on VLC, Kodi, etc. |
Media streams successfully |
25 |
UPnP on NAS Devices |
Test UPnP on network-attached storage |
NAS services discoverable |
26 |
UPnP on Printers |
Test UPnP discovery of network printers |
Printers listed and accessible |
27 |
UPnP on Smart Speakers |
Test UPnP on Alexa, Google Home, etc. |
Devices discoverable and controllable |
28 |
UPnP on Surveillance Systems |
Test UPnP on IP cameras |
Cameras discoverable and streamable |
29 |
UPnP on Media Servers |
Test UPnP on DLNA/UPnP media servers |
Content browsable and playable |
30 |
UPnP on Home Automation Hubs |
Test UPnP on hubs like SmartThings, Home Assistant |
Devices integrated successfully |
31 |
UPnP on Cloud-Connected Devices |
Test UPnP on devices with cloud sync |
Local discovery works independently |
32 |
UPnP on Guest Networks |
Test UPnP on isolated guest networks |
Services not discoverable (as expected) |
33 |
UPnP on Public Networks |
Test UPnP on public Wi-Fi |
Services not discoverable (as expected) |
34 |
UPnP on Enterprise Networks |
Test UPnP in corporate environments |
Services blocked or restricted |
35 |
UPnP on Home Networks |
Test UPnP in typical home setups |
Services discovered and controlled |
36 |
UPnP on Mixed OS Environments |
Test UPnP across Windows, macOS, Linux simultaneously |
Cross-platform discovery works |
37 |
UPnP on Multilingual Systems |
Test UPnP UI in different languages |
UI displays correctly |
38 |
UPnP on Accessibility Tools |
Test UPnP UI with screen readers |
Accessible interface |
39 |
UPnP on Battery-Powered Devices |
Test UPnP on mobile/tablet devices |
Services discovered with power optimization |
40 |
UPnP on Devices with Limited Resources |
Test UPnP on low-memory/CPU devices |
Services function with minimal overhead |
41 |
UPnP on Devices with Custom Firmware |
Test UPnP on OpenWRT, DD-WRT, etc. |
Services discovered and managed |
42 |
UPnP on Devices with Manufacturer Firmware |
Test UPnP on stock firmware |
Services behave as expected |
43 |
UPnP on Devices with Security Software |
Test UPnP with antivirus/firewall enabled |
Services not blocked |
44 |
UPnP on Devices with Parental Controls |
Test UPnP with content filtering |
Services filtered or allowed per policy |
45 |
UPnP on Devices with Multiple NICs |
Test UPnP on devices with multiple network interfaces |
Services advertised on all interfaces |
46 |
UPnP on Devices with Bridged Networks |
Test UPnP on bridged network setups |
Services discovered across bridges |
47 |
UPnP on Devices with NAT |
Test UPnP port mapping behind NAT |
Mapping successful |
48 |
UPnP on Devices with Static IP |
Test UPnP with static IP configuration |
Services advertised correctly |
49 |
UPnP on Devices with Dynamic IP |
Test UPnP with DHCP-assigned IP |
Services updated dynamically |
50 |
UPnP Cross-Platform Compliance Check |
Validate UPnP behavior across all platforms |
Consistent and compliant behavior |
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