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Network Visibility Tool with PRTG

Paessler PRTG provides complete visibility for optimal network performance

  • Track key metrics like bandwidth and traffic patterns
  • Prevent disruptions with customizable alerts
  • Visualize network data through intuitive dashboards
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PRTG network visibility tool: What you will find on this page

Table of content
  • Control your network with PRTG network visibility tool
  • What network visibility looks like in PRTG
  • 3 reasons why PRTG is the network visibility tool of your choice
  • Explore our preconfigured PRTG sensors for network visibility
  • Network Visibility Tool: FAQ

PRTG makes network visibility monitoring as easy as it gets

Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent network performance issues, security threats, and potential bottlenecks.

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Control your network with PRTG network visibility tool

Imagine having full transparency into every aspect of your network infrastructure. With Paessler PRTG, you can monitor and manage the performance of your entire network without effort. You can quickly identify bottlenecks, track traffic patterns and troubleshoot problems before they impact your business using the network visibility tool provided by Paessler.

Monitoring

In-depth monitoring

Track key performance metrics such as bandwidth, latency, and network traffic in real-time, to make sure you always have actionable insights.

Alerts

Customizable alerts

Set custom thresholds to receive instant notifications for performance issues, helping you react quickly and efficiently to prevent downtime.

Reports

Comprehensive reports

Provide detailed reports that allow you to analyze long-term network performance trends and optimize your infrastructure accordingly.

Scalability

Scalability and flexibility

Whether your network spans on-premises, cloud, or hybrid environments, PRTG adapts to your needs. This offers scalability and visibility across your network ecosystem.

What network visibility looks like in PRTG

Diagnose network issues by continuously tracking network performance. Show bandwidth, traffic patterns, and other key metrics in real time. Visualize monitoring data in clear graphs and dashboards to identify problems more easily. Gain the overview you need to troubleshoot bottlenecks and performance issues.

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Device tree view of the complete monitoring setup

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Custom PRTG dashboard for keeping an eye on the entire IT infrastructure

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Live traffic data graph in PRTG

Start monitoring network visibility with PRTG and see how it can make your network more reliable and your job easier.

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IT experts agree: Paessler PRTG is a great solution for IT infrastructure monitoring

PCMag

“All-around winning
 network monitor”

IT Brief

“The real beauty of PRTG is the endless possibilities it offers”

ITPro

“PRTG Network Monitor 
is very hard to beat”

3 reasons why PRTG is the network visibility tool of your choice

Licensing

Flexible subscriptions that grow with you

The modern subscription model is designed to be simple and scalable. You only pay for what you need, making it easy to adjust as your network expands without worrying about hidden costs or complex contracts.

Support

Outstanding support that has your back

Our dedicated support team at Paessler is always ready to help. Whether you’re facing a technical issue or need assistance setting up, the guidance of our experts guarantees you keep your network up and running.

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Constant innovation keeps you ahead

PRTG stays on the cutting edge with regular updates and new features. From adding sensors to integrating with new systems, we continuously develop PRTG further. Our goal is to let your network monitoring evolve with the latest technologies.

Explore our preconfigured PRTG sensors for network visibility tool

PRTG comes with more than 250 native sensor types for monitoring your entire on-premises, cloud, and hybrid cloud environment out of the box. Check out some examples below!

Packet Sniffer

The Packet Sniffer sensor monitors the headers of data packets that pass a local network card using a built-in packet sniffer. You can choose from predefined channels. It can show the following and more:

  • Traffic from Citrix applications
  • Traffic from file transfer (FTP/P2P) and various other protocols (UDP, TCP)
  • Traffic from network services (DHCP, DNS, Ident, ICMP, SNMP)
  • Internet mail traffic (IMAP, POP3, SMTP)
  • Traffic from remote control applications (RDP, SSH, Telnet, Virtual Network Computing (VNC))
Packet Sniffer
Packet Sniffer

NetFlow v9

The NetFlow v9 sensor receives traffic data from a NetFlow v9-compatible device and shows the traffic by type. This sensor has several filter options to divide traffic into different channels. It can show the following and more:

  • Traffic from Citrix applications
  • Traffic from file transfer (FTP/P2P) and various other protocols (UDP, TCP)
  • Traffic from network services (DHCP, DNS, Ident, ICMP, SNMP)
  • Internet mail traffic (IMAP, POP3, SMTP)
  • Traffic from remote control applications (RDP, SSH, Telnet, Virtual Network Computing (VNC))
NetFlow v9
NetFlow v9

QoS (Quality of Service) One Way

The QoS (Quality of Service) One Way sensor monitors parameters regarding the quality of a network connection between two probes. It can show the following:

  • Average, minimum, and maximum jitter
  • Average, minimum, and maximum packet delay variation
  • Corrupted, duplicated, lost, and out-of-sequence packets
  • Time to the last packet
(Quality of Service) One Way
(Quality of Service) One Way

SSH Script Advanced

The SSH Script Advanced sensor connects to a Linux/Unix system via Secure Shell (SSH) and executes a script file that is located on the target system. This option is available as part of the PRTG API. It can show the following:

  • Execution time
  • Values that the script file returns in several channels
SSH Script Advanced
SSH Script Advanced

See the PRTG Manual for a list of all available sensor types.

PRTG is compatible with all major vendors, products, and systems

compatible with all major vendors, products, and systems

PRTG makes network visibility monitoring as easy as it gets

Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent network performance issues, security threats, and potential bottlenecks.

Free download
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”Adopting PRTG has been like going from being in the dark to being in the light. Before, we had limited visibility into what was happening in the infrastructure and in the network. Now, however, thanks to the comprehensive dashboard and real-time notifications, we receive constant updates on the status of facilities and services, and our way of working has gone from passive to proactive.”

Luca Meneghesso, Senior IT infrastructure and Security Specialist
Banca Profilo

”GESAC increasingly focuses on innovation to improve the quality of services offered and the experience of passengers handled every day by Naples Airport. Thanks to PRTG, we finally have unified, automatic, and continuous monitoring of the airport network and can guarantee quick and timely interventions.”

Domenico Ciervo, GESAC ICT Manager
Naples International Airport

“I would recommend PRTG because it has helped us significantly improve service uptime by highlighting important alerts that would otherwise result in a system failure or service disruption if action was not taken. Thanks to PRTG, we can ensure that The Ritz London’s network and IT systems are five-star, just like the hotel.”

Richard Isted, IT Manager
The Ritz London

Your network visibility monitor at a glance – even on the go

PRTG is set up in a matter of minutes and can be used on a wide variety of mobile devices.

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Create innovative solutions with Paessler’s IT partners

Partnering with innovative IT vendors, Paessler unleashes synergies to create
new and additional benefits for joined customers.

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baramundi

baramundi and PRTG create a secure, reliable and powerful IT infrastructure where you have everything under control - from the traffic in your firewall to the configuration of your clients.

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KnowledgeRiver

KnowledgeRiver

Combining their tools to a powerful solution for advanced analysis and automation, KnowledgeRiver and Paessler enable IT teams to ensure best performance for their infrastructure and networks.

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NetBrain

Integrating monitoring results from PRTG into NetBrain maps makes the foundation for network automation.

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Find the root cause of the problem with our PRTG network visibility tool solution

Real-time notifications mean faster troubleshooting so that you can act before more serious issues occur.

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Network Visibility Tool: FAQ

 

What is a network visibility tool?

A network visibility tool provides IT teams with real-time insights into the performance, health, and security of a network. It tracks critical metrics such as bandwidth usage, network traffic and device connectivity. With complete visibility into network activity, admins can discover blind spots, monitor network devices, troubleshoot performance issues and address vulnerabilities before they lead to disruptions. These tools are essential for maintaining network performance and security.

How does PRTG function as a network visibility tool?

Paessler PRTG offers a comprehensive network visibility solution that monitors your entire network in real time. It continuously tracks network traffic, bandwidth, and key performance metrics. You can visualize network data using customizable dashboards to get the insights you need to optimize network performance, manage routers and firewalls, and maintain strong network security across hybrid environments.

How does PRTG help optimize network performance?

PRTG optimizes network performance by giving you complete visibility into your network’s infrastructure. It monitors traffic patterns, identifies performance bottlenecks, and measures network activity in real time. With detailed insights and automated alerts, PRTG helps you to react to potential issues. This way you can minimize disruptions and optimize performance. The reporting feature in PRTG also enables in-depth analysis to fine-tune network infrastructure for improved efficiency and scalability.

How does PRTG handle network security and vulnerabilities?

PRTG monitors your network for potential security threats, tracking network packets and monitoring firewalls, routers, and other network devices. It provides alerts for abnormal traffic patterns, which can signal cybersecurity vulnerabilities or potential security breaches. PRTG helps protect your network by allowing you to proactively address vulnerabilities and safeguard against cyberattacks.

Can PRTG be used in hybrid environments?

Yes, PRTG can monitor hybrid environments that include on-premises networks, cloud services, and remote data centers. Its ability to track traffic across multiple environments let you have a unified view of their entire network infrastructure. PRTG supports SNMP, NetFlow, and other protocols for comprehensive monitoring and complete visibility into network performance across diverse environments.

How customizable is PRTG for different use cases?

PRTG offers a high level of customization to fit a wide range of use cases. Whether you need to monitor network performance, manage bandwidth, or secure network devices, our customizable dashboards, alerts, and reports allow you to tailor the tool to your specific needs. You can create notifications based on performance thresholds, set up custom metrics, and visualize data that aligns with your business goals. This flexibility makes it a perfect fit for different industries, from service providers to enterprise IT teams managing vast networks.

What is a sensor in PRTG?

In PRTG, “sensors” are the basic monitoring elements. One sensor usually monitors one measured value in your network, for example the traffic of a switch port, the CPU load of a server, or the free space on a disk drive. On average, you need about 5-10 sensors per device or one sensor per switch port.

We asked: would you recommend PRTG? Over 95% of our customers say yes!

Paessler conducted trials in over 600 IT departments worldwide to tune its network monitoring software closer to the needs of sysadmins. The result of the survey: over 95% of the participants would recommend PRTG – or already have.

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Paessler PRTG is used by companies of all sizes. Sysadmins love PRTG because it makes their job a whole lot easier.

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Bandwidth, servers, virtual environments, websites, VoIP services – PRTG keeps an eye on your entire network.

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Everyone has different monitoring needs. That’s why we let you try PRTG for free.

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Start monitoring network visibility with PRTG and see how it can make your network more reliable and your job easier.

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    Paessler PRTGMonitor your whole IT infrastructure
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Monitoring with PRTG

  • Network monitoring
  • Bandwidth monitoring
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  • Network mapping
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