Gigabit and 10 Gb Network Analysis
Monitor Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet Communication from the Edge to the Core
For enterprise management, gigabit and 10 gigabit Ethernet networks mean high-speed communication, on-demand systems, and improved business
functions. For enterprise IT professionals, these networks require diligent maintenance, analysis, monitoring, troubleshooting, and real-time network
management. To help fulfill the promise of gigabit technologies, network professionals require a comprehensive, distributed analysis system.
The Network Instruments® Gigabit Observer® product family provides multiple, scalable options for enterprise organizations demanding a complete
approach to network management. All appliances are 64-bit Windows systems and include Network Instruments’exclusive Gen2™ capture technology
designed to maximize analysis performance on critical links.
Network Instruments Analysis Advantages
• Full-duplex, wire-speed gigabit and 10 Gb capture and statistics
• 64-bit for faster processing and larger capture buffers
• Internally designed capture cards optimize analysis
• Processing at the probe speeds analysis and minimizes bandwidth usage
nTAP
10 Gb Probe
Appliance
LAN
Observer Expert
Console
Switch
Switch
nTAP
Gigabit
Appliance
Server
Switch
Deploy a gigabit or 10 Gb Probe Appliance on local or remote
mission-critical links for real-time, wire-speed Expert analysis.
Choose From a Variety of Gigabit and 10 Gb Monitoring Options
Common functionality available across the entire gigabit and 10 Gb analysis line:
• 64-bit systems for maximum analysis performance and scalability
• Provides continuous monitoring with included nTAPs
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Utilizes internally engineered Gen2 technology for guaranteed, wire-speed captures • Captures large amounts without packet loss with up to a 24 GB buffer
• Localizes data processing at the probe to minimize network overhead
Gigabit or 10 Gb Probe Appliances
Offers wire-speed, full-duplex analysis on gigabit or 10 Gb links in an easy-to-install rack mount unit.
• Configures as a local console for on-site analysis
• Reports to any Observer Expert or Observer Suite console on the network
• May also be licensed as an RMON/HCRMON probe
• Gigabit Probe Appliances have the added ability of monitoring trunked links independently or in aggregation
Probe Appliance for gigabit
or 10 Gb networks
GigaStor™ for Gigabit and 10 Gb Networks
For historical and forensics analysis, the GigaStor technology is the ideal choice. Capture hours, days, or weeks worth of gigabit or 10 Gb traffic directly to disk for historical
analysis. Speed problem resolution by completely eliminating the time-consuming task of having to recreate issues.
• Choose a 2TB, 4TB, 8TB, or 12TB configuration
• A unique timeline interface makes it easy to isolate and troubleshoot past events
• Stored data can be reconstructed (web pages, e-mail, IM,VoIP) to support forensic analysis
GigaStor Expandable offers more storage options
• Scale up to 48TB
• Obtain better write speeds with added drives
• Perfect for growing enterprises
GigaStor for gigabit
or 10 Gb networks
Rack Size
Storage
4U
16 TB
3U
3U
+16 TB
3U
+16 TB
Total = 48 TB
GigaStor Expandable
GigaStor Control Panel
Portable Analysis Systems
The Gigabit Observer Suite System (GOSS) is a fully portable unit that contains all the hardware and software necessary to troubleshoot and manage the most advanced
gigabit and 10 Gb networks. Designed for convenience in travel and shipping, this all-in-one unit is ideal for field service engineers tasked with solving elusive network
abnormalities at particular points across the organization.
The GOSS is a portable analyzer and includes a copy of Observer Suite. The system does not require any additional hardware or software.
All-in-one System
• Observer Suite console software
• Gen2 Gigabit or 10 Gb capture card
• 10/100/1000 Ethernet management port
• All required cabling
• nTAP
• Built-in display, keyboard, trackpad, and DVD-RW drive
• Durable, hard case appropriate for airline travel
• Also shares data with any Observer Expert or Observer Suite console on the network
Field Service Solution for
gigabit or 10 Gb networks
Top Five Hardware Advantages for Maximum Analysis Performance
Provides capture and analysis flexibility with Gen2 technology
All gigabit and 10 Gb probes include Network Instruments’internally designed gigabit capture cards to ensure accurate,
high-performance gigabit capture on fully saturated gigabit and 10 Gb links.
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• Allows for driver updates to be implemented in the field with a simple downloadable firmware patch
• The probe relies on one card (one clock) for timestamping and as a result data is marked to the nanosecond ensuring accurate tags across multiple links
Exclusive features for full-duplex gigabit capture:
• Monitor up to eight ports for any simultaneous combination
of SPAN sessions, full-duplex connections, and trunked links
• Switch between monitoring copper or optical connections
with the card’s SFP technology
Exclusive features for full-duplex 10 Gb capture:
• Provides sustained 10 Gb full-duplex capture
• Functions such as filtering and statistics are performed
directly on the card
• Provides real-time Expert analysis for 10 Gb networks
64-bit systems ensure maximum Observer performance
Network Instruments’64-bit systems offer faster processing and larger capture buffers.
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• With 64-bit, the capture buffer permits up to 24 GB, the largest in the industry
• By integrating with Observer’s 64-bit application core, gigabit and 10 Gb appliances can crunch
Expert data, perform comprehensive analysis, and deliver statistics faster for rapid problem resolution
Manages all data processing and Expert analysis locally at the probe
All gigabit and 10 Gb products have the capability to collect, store, and process data on the probe itself.
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• Only screen updates are sent back to the Observer console
• Speeds up tasks like Expert analysis
• Minimizes unnecessary network traffic
• Decreases troubleshooting time
Comprehensive analysis
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Gigabit and 10 Gb products report to any Observer Expert or Observer Suite console located on the network.
• Over 30 real-time statistics for monitoring application response times,VoIP traffic, viruses, hack attacks, and more
• Triggers and alarms can be configured to instantly alert an administrator of problem activity
• Perform long-term tending and baselining
• Multiple Observer users can log on simultaneously to collaborate or perform individual tasks
Includes nTAPs for guaranteed data delivery
Only aTAP can copy data from full-duplex links at line rate for monitoring devices.
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• Insert and remove the probe without network disruption
• Acquire and independent view of gigabit or 10 Gb data flow
• Eliminate dependence on a SPAN or mirror port
• Ensure full-duplex, wire-speed passive analysis
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,
Solution Bundles
Contact a Network Instruments representative or dealer to ask about product bundles that cover all of your network management needs.
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