Network Instruments Advanced Probe Switch Specification Sheet

For 10/100/1000 Networks Obtain Total Network Intelligence with Fully Configured, Turn-Key Appliances As corporate networks continue to grow to support multiple departments, locations, business functions and remote users, robust remote monitoring solutions become crucial. Remote probes have changed the way IT departments are structured. Today, with a console and remote probes, an IT manager can proactively monitor, troubleshoot and respond to any network problem from any location. Network Instruments’ probes offer complete insight and visibility into every part of an organization’s business-critical IT infrastructure. Choose from a variety of pre-configured 1U rack mount systems for an easy, cost-effective way to monitor any part of the network. Use the Advanced Probe Appliance for real-time monitoring and troubleshooting: � •�Capture�and�decode�packets�for�in-depth�analysis � •�Collect�long-term�trending�statistics�for�proactive�decision�making � •�Run�Triggers�and�Alarms�for�instant�alerts�on�probe-collected�data � •�Monitor�the�entire�network�from�a�single�user�interface—only�one�console�needed�to�view�multiple�probes � •�Reduce�expenses�by�eliminating�travel�and�resolving�multiple,�remote�network�issues�from�one�location � •�Reduce�training�by�using�one�solution�to�monitor�all�topologies�and�network�configurations � •�Works�with�Observer®,�Expert�Observer,�or�Observer�Suite�consoles Advanced Probe Appliance Observer Console Local Network Remote Network Switch Switch LAN Advanced Probe Appliance WAN Install the Advanced Probe Appliance on any switch on your local or remote network. Connect a single Observer console to the probe via TCP/IP to monitor and troubleshoot all traffic. Whether your network stretches across the building or across the globe, Network Instruments’ probe appliances have it covered.

About Network Instruments Network Instruments provides in-depth network intelligence and continuous network availability through innovative analysis solutions. Enterprise network professionals depend on Network Instruments’ Observer product line for unparalleled network visibility to efficiently solve network problems and manage deployments. By combining a powerful management console with high-performance analysis appliances, Observer simplifies problem resolution and optimizes network and application performance. The company continues to lead the industry in ROI with its advanced Distributed Network Analysis (NI-DNA™) architecture, which successfully integrates comprehensive analysis functionality across heterogeneous networks through a single monitoring interface. Network Instruments is headquartered in Minneapolis with sales offices worldwide and distributors in over 50 countries. For more information about the company, products, technology, NI-DNA, becoming a partner, and NI University please visit www.networkinstruments.com. Solution Bundles Contact a Network Instruments representative or dealer to ask about product bundles that cover all of your network management needs. Corporate Headquarters Network Instruments, LLC • 10701 Red Circle Drive • Minnetonka, MN 55343 • USA toll free (800) 526-7919 • telephone (952) 358-3800 • fax (952) 358-3801 www.networkinstruments.com European Headquarters Network Instruments • 7 Old Yard • Rectory Lane • Brasted, Westerham • Kent TN16 1JP • United Kingdom telephone + 44 (0) 1959 569880 • fax + 44 (0) 1959 569881 www.networkinstruments.co.uk Software Options The Advanced Probe Appliance can be configured with one of the following software options: Advanced Single Probe � •�Packet�capture�and�decode � •�Network�statistics � •�Real-time�data�collection � •�Long-term�trending�and�reporting � •�Full�password�protection�of�data�and�redirection � •�Automatic�updates�of�remote�probes The Advanced Single Probe reports to any Observer, Expert Observer, or Observer Suite console. Advanced Multi-Probe The�Advanced�Multi-Probe�offers�all�the�features�of�the�Advanced�Single�Probe� plus additional advantages for remote monitoring: � •�Initiate�up�to�64�sessions�for�a�multi-faceted�view�of�data�flow � •�Multiple�Observer�consoles�can�view�the�same�probe�at�the�same�time� for greater problem solving abilities � •�3DES�encryption�option�for�data�transfer � •�Set�unique�levels�of�probe�access�for�added�security� The Advanced Multi-Probe reports to any Expert Observer or Observer Suite console. Advanced Expert Probe The�Advanced�Expert�Probe�offers�all�the�features�of�the�Advanced�Multi-Probe� plus additional advantages for faster troubleshooting: � •�Perform�real-time�Expert�Analysis�locally�at�the�probe�–�no�need�to�transfer� captured data back to the console � •�View�remote�packet�decodes�in�real�time�from�any�console� � •�Collect�NetFlow�and�sFlow®�data� � •�Turn�any�probe�into�a�local�console�for�onsite�analysis�and�administration The Advanced Expert Probe reports to any Expert Observer or Observer Suite console. Hardware Options The Advanced Probe Appliance is available in four hardware configurations: Single-Port Copper Equipped�with�a�single�10/100/1000�copper�interface Single-Port Fiber Equipped�with�a�single�gigabit�fiber�interface Dual-Port Copper Equipped�with�two�10/100/1000�copper�interfaces Dual-Port Fiber Equipped�with�two�gigabit�fiber�interfaces Technical Specifications Platform��1U�rack�mount,�Weight:�18�lbs,�Depth:�15�in.�(39�cm) System Specs��A�complete�system,�running�Windows�XP,�Includes�one�copper� or�fiber�10/100/1000�Ethernet�monitoring�port�(or�two�ports�with�the�dual-port� option).�Includes�one�out-of-band�Ethernet�management�port. For additional technical specifications, please visit our web site at: www.networkinstruments.com License any Advanced Probe as an RMON probe: ����•�Full�adherence�to�RMON1/2,�and�High�Capacity�RMON�(HCRMON)�standards � •�Reports�to�any�RMON�management�console�or�collection�facility�(Observer�Suite,�� � � OpenView,�Concord,�NetScout,�IBM/Micromuse,�BMC�Dashboard�Patrol,�etc.) Observer Suite Main Console APA-080307-V12-B2