Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent latency and packet loss.
IT teams need a reliable way to identify connectivity problems before they impact users. A powerful ping scanner helps to identify unresponsive devices, track response times and locate weak points in the network. PRTG makes this process effortless by continuously scanning a range of IP addresses and alerting you to potential problems. Whether you are monitoring critical servers, routers or entire subnets, PRTG gives you the insight you need to keep your business up and running. With automated diagnostics and real-time visualization, you can stay one step ahead of network outages.
Analyze response times and detect performance bottlenecks before they affect users. PRTG provides real-time data on latency and device availability to help you understand the health of your network at a glance. Use this insight to optimize performance and prevent downtime.
Get notified the moment a device goes offline, or response times exceed safe limits. PRTG sends instant alerts via email, SMS, or push notifications, so you can react quickly. Customize notifications to ensure the right people are informed at the right time.
Save time by letting PRTG continuously check device availability and network performance. Identify recurring problems with historical data and trend analysis to prevent future disruptions. Focus on strategic tasks instead of manual troubleshooting.
Generate detailed reports to analyze uptime, latency trends, and availability issues over time. Export data to CSV or PDF to document performance, meet compliance requirements, or justify network upgrades. Use reports to make informed decisions and improve reliability.
Diagnose network issues by continuously tracking response times and device availability. Show failed requests, slow responses, 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 connectivity issues and unreachable devices.
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Dealing with network problems can be frustrating, especially when devices go offline without warning. Slow response times, unreachable servers, or sudden outages can disrupt operations and lead to costly downtime. Without a reliable monitoring tool, troubleshooting becomes a time-consuming guessing game. PRTG takes the guesswork out of network diagnostics by providing accurate, real-time data. With easy setup, flexible licensing and expert support, you get everything you need to keep your network running smoothly.
Start monitoring in minutes without complex configurations or scripts. PRTG automatically detects devices in your network, so you can set up ping scans with just a few clicks. Save time and focus on keeping your network stable instead of struggling with manual setup.
Choose a subscription that fits your needs, whether you manage a small business or a global enterprise. Scale your monitoring as your network grows without hidden fees or complicated licensing models. Pay only for what you use.
Get expert help when you need it, with a knowledgeable support team ready to help. Whether you have technical questions or need troubleshooting advice, our support team ensures that you're never left alone with a problem. You can rest assured that help is always available.
Monitor your network from anywhere, whether you're in the office or on the road. PRTG offers a web-based dashboard, a desktop application and mobile apps for iOS and Android. Check device availability and receive alerts no matter where you are.
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!
The Ping v2 sensor sends an Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) echo request ("ping") from the probe system to the parent device to monitor its availability. It can show the following:
• Response time
• Packet loss
• Target status
• Minimum and maximum ping time
The Ping Jitter sensor sends a series of Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) echo requests ("pings") to a URI to determine the statistical jitter. It can show the following:
The Cloud Ping v2 sensor monitors the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) ping times to its parent device from different locations worldwide (Asia Pacific: Singapore, Asia Pacific: Sydney, Europe: Ireland, US East: Northern Virginia, US West: Northern California) via the PRTG Cloud. It can show the following:
The SSH Remote Ping sensor remotely monitors the connectivity between a system running Linux/macOS X and another device, using Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) echo requests ("ping") and Secure Shell (SSH). It can show the following:
The WMI Remote Ping sensor remotely connects to a Windows system and performs an Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) echo request ("ping") from this device to a specified target. It can show the following:
The Traceroute Hop Count sensor traces the number of hops from the probe system to the IP Address/DNS Name of the parent device. It can show the following:
See the PRTG Manual for a list of all available sensor types.
Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent network connectivity issues.
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A ping scanner tool checks the availability and response time of network devices by sending ICMP echo requests. It helps network administrators monitor connectivity, detect slow responses, and identify unreachable devices. This is useful for maintaining a stable local network, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and optimizing performance. Advanced tools like PRTG provide detailed scan results, allowing you to analyze trends and prevent network outages.
A ping scanner performs a ping sweep of a range of IP addresses to determine which devices are online and how quickly they are responding. If certain devices are not responding, this can indicate problems such as misconfigurations, firewall restrictions or high latency. PRTG goes beyond basic ping checks by integrating additional network scanner functionality, such as traceroute and ARP lookups, to help you pinpoint the root cause of connectivity issues.
Yes, PRTG fully supports the monitoring of both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses. You can perform ping scans in mixed environments to ensure that all network devices are reachable, regardless of the IP version they are using. This is especially useful for organizations migrating to IPv6, as it helps identify devices that may not yet support the newer protocol. PRTG also includes network scanner features to detect open ports, track MAC addresses and analyze response times.
A high-quality ping scanner should offer more than just basic connectivity checks. Some of the key features to look for include:
PRTG provides all these functionalities in an easy-to-use dashboard, making it a powerful tool for network monitoring.
Angry IP Scanner is a lightweight open-source tool for quickly scanning IP addresses and open ports. While it is useful for basic checks, PRTG offers a more advanced approach with continuous network monitoring, historical data analysis and real-time alerts. PRTG also integrates with other network diagnostic tools such as ARP lookups, DNS monitoring and firewall analysis to provide deeper insight into potential vulnerabilities. In addition, PRTG can export results as CSV, XML or PDF, making it easy to document scan results for compliance and reporting purposes.
Yes, PRTG can perform port scans in addition to ping sweeps. This allows you to detect open ports on devices and analyze potential security risks. By scanning TCP and UDP ports, PRTG helps to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers. Combining ping and port scans provides a complete picture of network availability and security. This is particularly useful for firewall audits and ensuring that only necessary services are exposed to the network.
Yes, PRTG can be integrated with command line tools to run custom ping commands, traceroute and other diagnostics. Network administrators who prefer manual testing can use command line options to run specific ping tests on Windows, Linux and MacOS systems. This flexibility allows for in-depth troubleshooting, whether using ICMP, ARP or TCP based scans. PRTG also provides an API for integration with third party scripts and automation tools for even more control over monitoring tasks.
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.
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