Network Instruments Network Card Network Analysis User Manual

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  
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.  
Corporate Headquarters  
Network Instruments, LLC • 10701 Red Circle Drive • Minnetonka, MN 55343 • USA Network Instruments • 7 Old Yard • Rectory Lane • Brasted, Westerham • Kent TN16 1JP • United Kingdom  
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