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Packet Capture Software

PRTG Packet Capture Tool: All-in-One Monitoring

 

  • PRTG monitors data traffic.
  • PRTG analyzes data packets.
  • PRTG monitors IP, UDP, and TCP traffic.
  • PRTG uses packet analyzers.
  • PRTG uses NetFlow, IPFIX, sFlow, and jFlow.

 

 

PRTG sensors for data packet analysis

 

PRTG allows you to monitor IP packets and filter them, for example, via UDP and TCP protocols. You can capture packets using the following PRTG sensors:

PACKET ANALYSIS SENSOR
You can use the Packet Analysis sensor to monitor web traffic, mail traffic, file transfer traffic, infrastructure traffic, and remote management traffic. Since the sensor analyzes only packet headers, the load on the system is minimal. To the packet analysis sensor.

NETFLOW SENSORS
NetFlow is used primarily in Cisco devices. PrTG comes with matching NetFlow sensors. NetFlow V5, NetFlow V9, or IPFIX —PRTG has sensors for Cisco routers and switches that can be matched to any changes to your network. To NetFlow sensors.

SFLOW SENSORS
sFlow sensors scan only every nth packet. Thanks to this, the load on the network will be even less. These sensors are designed primarily for very large networks, in which reducing the load on the monitored network is an urgent necessity. To the sFlow sensor.

JFLOW SENSORS
jFlow sensors are often used with Juniper Networks devices. If you’re using Juniper routers or switches, jFlow sensors are a great way to monitor traffic and data packets. To the jFlow sensor.

CUSTOMIZABLE SENSORS
The system also has customizable options for NetFlow, IPFIX, jFlow and sFlow sensors. These sensors can be configured to track individual channels or to monitor specific data traffic that you want to analyze. This allows you to pinpoint the cause of the problem. To flow sensors.

… MORE THAN 200 SENSORS
Our list of sensors includes more than 200 sensors. These sensors form a single centralized tool that allows for comprehensive monitoring and interception of data traffic. With PRTG you will be able to constantly monitor the entire network. The list of our sensors continues to be updated.

Packet Analysis: Six Benefits of PRTG

QUICK INSTALLATION
When you install PRTG, the Autodiscover feature starts automatically. This feature searches for all devices on the network and creates sensors to track their performance. Thus, basic monitoring is configured already during the installation process and starts working after opening the PRTG application for the first time. This saves time and simplifies your work. Moreover, the system immediately displays the first results of its work.

CUSTOMIZABLE FILTERS
Customizable sensors allow you to select the types of data you want to intercept. For example, you can analyze only HTTP traffic or file transfer traffic. You can also display only specific servers or devices. This allows you to pinpoint the cause of the problem.

CLEAR DASHBOARD
All important information and numbers are displayed on a clear, customizable dashboard. You can work on your computer, smartphone or tablet – the PRTG app will always be with you! Take a look at some sample dashboards.

RATINGS FOR ANALYSIS
Each sensor automatically provides so-called rating lists. You can immediately see the rating of activity, connections, and protocols. By constantly monitoring this information, you can perform in-depth packet analysis or diagnostics in the future.

LONG-TERM ANALYSIS
PRTG allows you to intercept data traffic over a long period of time and then analyze that traffic. This makes it possible to identify persistent deviations, such as an abnormal increase in the proportion of certain protocols or data types in total traffic at certain times or on certain days.

ONE TOOL FOR A VARIETY OF VENDORS
Using a Cisco router, Juniper switch, or Microsoft server? PRTG has the right sensors for your network. Take advantage of a single, centralized monitoring tool instead of a bunch of individual solutions. PRTG allows you to control both traffic as a whole and individual data packets.

 

Network: Where to monitor data packets?

PACKET INTERCEPTION ON THE ROUTER
Connect the PRTG to the monitoring port of the router or send streams to the PRTG and intercept all data packets passing through the program using the appropriate sensors. This is the most common procedure.

PACKET CAPTURE ON THE SWITCH
Sensors can also monitor data packets on a single switch.

PACKET CAPTURE IN VMWARE
PRTG monitors the performance of your virtual infrastructure by mirroring ports on routers or access points. This allows you to see what data the ESX server is sending and receiving and in what quantity.

PACKET CAPTURE ON THE SERVER
The PRTG program allows you to intercept packets on individual servers. This is suitable, for example, for e-mail servers and web servers.