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SolarWinds Product Family
SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor (NPM)
SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor (NPM) is a powerful network management solution designed to continuously monitor and analyze the performance of the network infrastructure. This module provides network administrators with comprehensive visibility to better understand their networks and quickly identify and resolve performance issues.
Key Features of SolarWinds NPM
- Real-Time Network Monitoring:
- Real-time monitoring by capturing instant data from network devices.
- Instant assessment of network health using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Topology Map and Link Visualization:
- Interactive mapping of network topology.
- Visualization of connections between devices.
- Alerts and Notifications:
- Automatic alerts sent when performance issues are detected.
- Rapid information flow to administrators with customizable notifications.
Network Security and Compliance with SolarWinds NPM
- Security Vulnerability Monitoring:
- Tracking security vulnerabilities in network devices.
- Detecting anomalies to identify potential security threats.
2. Compliance Audits and Reporting:
- Monitoring network configurations according to compliance standards.
- Custom compliance reports and audit tracking capabilities.
3. Network Performance Analysis and Reporting:
- Analyzing and reporting on historical network performance.
- Predicting future capacity requirements through trend analysis.
SolarWinds NPM and Business Continuity
- Performance optimization and capacity planning strategies.
- Identifying and planning for future capacity requirements.
Integration with NPM and Other SolarWinds Products
- How NPM integrates with other SolarWinds products.
- Strategies for monitoring and optimizing overall network health.
SolarWinds NPM: Contributions and Expectations for Business
- Visibility and control in network performance.
- Rapid identification and resolution of performance issues.
- 2. Security and compliance
- Monitoring potential threats and ensuring compliance through audit and reporting.
SolarWinds NetFlow Traffic Analyzer (NTA)
- SolarWinds NetFlow Traffic Analyzer (NTA) is a specialized solution designed to monitor, analyze, and report on network traffic. Using NetFlow technology, NTA provides comprehensive visibility into data transfer within the network, enabling network administrators to understand overall performance, optimize bandwidth usage, and manage network traffic effectively.
Key Features of SolarWinds NTA
- Integration of NetFlow Technology:
- Collection and analysis of NetFlow data from network devices.
- Monitoring detailed information such as IP addresses, protocols, and applications.
- Traffic Analysis and Performance Monitoring:
- Detailed analysis of network traffic.
- Monitoring bandwidth usage, latency, and packet loss.
- Application Recognition and Classification:
- Recognizing applications running on the network.
- Evaluating application performance through traffic analysis.
Network Security and Compliance with SolarWinds NTA
- Security Analysis and Threat Detection
- Detecting abnormal activities in the network using NetFlow data.
- Monitoring and analyzing security threats.
- Compliance Audits and Reporting:
- Monitoring the compliance of network traffic with standards.
- Custom compliance reports and audit tracking capabilities.
- Advanced Analytics and Reporting:
- Analyzing performance trends through network traffic.
- Evaluating network health with advanced reporting and analytics tools.
SolarWinds NTA and Business Continuity
- Performance optimization and bandwidth management by analyzing network traffic.
- Strategies for identifying and resolving performance issues.
- Integration with NTA and Other SolarWinds Products:
- Integration of NTA with Network Performance Monitor (NPM) and other SolarWinds products.
- Strategies for monitoring and optimizing overall network health.
- SolarWinds NTA: Contributions and Expectations for Business:
- Advanced visibility in network performance through NetFlow technology.
- Quick identification and resolution of performance issues.
- Security and compliance: Monitoring network traffic for security threats and compliance with standards.
- SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager (NCM)SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager (NCM) is a solution designed to effectively manage the configuration of devices in the network infrastructure. This module enables monitoring configuration changes in complex network structures, enhancing security, and automating network management processes. NCM provides a robust tool for network administrators to protect, manage, and back up configuration files of devices in the network infrastructure.
Key Features of SolarWinds NCM
- Configuration Backup and Restore:
- Securely backing up configuration files of network devices.
- Rapidly restoring configuration files.
- Change Tracking and Historical Records:
- Tracking and recording configuration changes.
- Comparing historical configuration files.
- Automatic Configuration Changes:
- Automating specific changes.
- Updating configuration files and automatically tracking changes.
Network Security and Compliance with SolarWinds NCM:
- Secure Configuration Management: Ensuring configurations comply with security policies.
- Minimizing security vulnerabilities and enhancing security.
- Compliance Audits and Reporting:
- Monitoring configuration compliance with standards.
- Creating custom reports for compliance audits.
- Secure Storage for Configuration Files:
- Securely storing and providing access control for configuration files.
- Ensuring data security and privacy.
- SolarWinds NCM and Business Continuity
- Managing the impact of configuration changes on business continuity.
- Minimizing service disruptions and maintaining security.
- Integration with NCM and Other SolarWinds Products:
- Integration of NCM with Network Performance Monitor (NPM) and other SolarWinds products.
- Strategies for monitoring and optimizing overall network health.
SolarWinds NCM: Contributions and Expectations for Business
- Streamlining the management of network device configurations.
- Tracking changes, enhancing security, and increasing business continuity.
- Integration of compliance with security policies and minimizing vulnerabilities.
SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor (SAM)
SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor (SAM) is designed to effectively monitor and analyze applications and supporting infrastructure running in on-premises, cloud, or hybrid environments. This module helps understand how slow applications and downtime impact end-users and business services. It also accelerates the resolution process by identifying the root causes of application issues across various layers of IT infrastructure.
Key Features of SolarWinds SAM
- Application Discovery and Automatic Management:
- Automatically discovering the environment of your applications.
- Rapid deployment and configurability.
- Performance Monitoring and Analysis:
- Continuous monitoring of application performance.
- Providing real-time and historical performance data.
- Overall Visibility into IT Infrastructure:
- Integration with SolarWinds Virtualization Manager (VMAN) and SolarWinds Database Performance Monitor (DPM).
- Comprehensive view of performance, uptime, capacity, and resource usage in IT infrastructure.
SolarWinds Security Event Manager (SEM)
SolarWinds Security Event Manager (SEM) is a solution specifically designed to monitor, analyze, and report on security events. It provides an effective defense against security threats in on-premises, cloud-based, or hybrid environments. SEM simplifies the management of complex security infrastructures, assisting organizations in proactively taking measures against attacks.
Key Features of SolarWinds SEM
Continuous Monitoring of Security Events:
- Real-time monitoring of events related to network and system security.
- Swift detection of potential threats.
Analysis and Reporting Capabilities:
- Analysis of events and generation of reports.
- Ability to perform trend analysis based on historical data.
Defense Against Threats:
- Protection against known and unknown threats.
- Immediate alerts and reaction strategies.
Security Strategies with SolarWinds SEM
Monitoring Security Policies and Compliance:
- Tracking enterprise security policies and compliance requirements.
- Creating reports for audits.
Cross-Event Analysis and Context:
- Correlating and contextualizing security events.
- Providing an overview of threats.
Integration with SEM:
- Integration of SEM with other security solutions and tools.
- Comprehensive solution for system and network security.
SolarWinds SEM and Business Continuity
- Proactive security measures by detecting potential threats in advance.
- Ensuring business continuity and minimizing service disruptions.
Compliance and Audit Monitoring:
- Monitoring organizational compliance requirements.
- Ready-made reports and analytical tools for audits.
SolarWinds SEM: Contributions and Expectations for Business
- A robust ally in security, continuously monitoring and analyzing security events.
- Rapid and effective response to potential threats.
- Integration of security strategies into business continuity plans for maximum benefit.
SolarWinds Patch Manager
SolarWinds Patch Manager is a solution designed to effectively manage and apply software updates. It empowers system administrators to minimize security vulnerabilities, ensure compliance, and manage software updates efficiently. This module streamlines software distribution in complex network infrastructures, enhancing computer system security.
Key Features of SolarWinds Patch Manager:
Software Update Management:
- Automating processes to keep software on computer systems up to date.
- Minimizing security vulnerabilities and keeping computers secure.
Bulk Software Distribution:
- Distributing update packages to multiple devices simultaneously.
- Applying software updates quickly and effectively.
Compliance and Audit Monitoring:
- Monitoring the compliant distribution of software updates.
- Reporting for audits and compliance requirements.
Security and Compliance with SolarWinds Patch Manager
Addressing Security Vulnerabilities:
- Minimizing security vulnerabilities and enhancing system security.
- Protecting computer systems against potential attacks.
Compliance Control and Reporting:
- Monitoring compliance requirements for operating systems and applications.
- Assessing compliance status through audits and reports.
Software Distribution Strategies:
- Configuring update policies as per requirements.
- Prioritizing and managing critical updates.
SolarWinds Patch Manager and Business Continuity
- Managing the impact of updates on business continuity.
- Optimizing timing and minimizing service disruptions.
Integration with Patch Manager:
- Integration of Patch Manager with Network Performance Monitor (NPM) and other SolarWinds products.
- Strategies for monitoring and optimizing overall network health.
SolarWinds Patch Manager: Contributions and Expectations for Business
- A strong ally in minimizing security vulnerabilities and enhancing system security.
- Effective contribution to the organization’s overall security strategies.
- Improved compliance monitoring and audit capabilities.
7. SolarWinds Web Performance Monitor (WPM)
SolarWinds Web Performance Monitor (WPM) is designed to continuously monitor and analyze the performance of web applications. This module offers network administrators a powerful tool to increase user experience by measuring the availability, response times, and performance of web applications.
Key Features of SolarWinds WPM:
Monitoring Web Application Performance:
- Real-time monitoring of response times and performance of web applications.
- Evaluating page load times and assessing availability.
Instant Alerts and Notifications:
- Sending automatic alerts when performance issues are detected in web applications.
- Notifications to ensure users promptly notice performance issues.
Web Monitoring and Analysis:
- Detailed monitoring of the content and structure of web applications.
- Detecting abnormal behavior and errors.
User Experience and Performance Analysis with SolarWinds WPM
User Experience Monitoring:
- Real-time evaluation of the user experience of web pages.
- Monitoring page load times from the user’s perspective.
Performance Trend Analysis:
- Analyzing performance trends of web applications.
- Predicting future performance changes based on historical data.
Reporting and Analytics:
- Creating comprehensive reports on web application performance.
- In-depth examination of performance data through analytical tools.
SolarWinds WPM and Business Continuity
- Optimizing web application performance.
- Enhancing business continuity by improving user experience.
Integration with WPM:
- Integration of WPM with Network Performance Monitor (NPM) and other SolarWinds products.
- Strategies for monitoring and optimizing overall network health.
SolarWinds WPM: Contributions and Expectations for Business:
- Advanced control over web application performance.
- Improving user experience and satisfaction.
- Quick alerts and issue resolution.
8. SolarWinds Database Performance Analyzer (DPA)
SolarWinds Database Performance Analyzer (DPA) is a solution designed to continuously monitor, analyze, and optimize database performance. This module provides database administrators with a powerful tool to understand query performance, identify bottlenecks, and enhance overall database performance.
Key Features of SolarWinds DPA:
Monitoring Database Performance:
- Real-time monitoring of performance data from database servers.
- Evaluating the performance and interactions of SQL queries.
Identifying Anomalies and Bottlenecks:
- Detecting possible anomalies and bottlenecks in database performance.
- Rapid identification and resolution of issues.
Alerts and Notifications:
- Sending automatic alerts when performance issues are detected.
- Rapid information flow to administrators through customizable notifications.
SQL Query Performance and Analysis with SolarWinds DPA
Tracking SQL Queries:
- Detailed monitoring of SQL queries running in the database.
- Analyzing and evaluating query performance.
Bulk Job Analysis:
- Analyzing bulk transactions and query performances in the database.
- Assessing the impact of bulk transactions on database performance.
Reporting and Analytics:
- Creating comprehensive reports on database performance.
- In-depth examination of performance data through analytical tools.
SolarWinds DPA and Business Continuity
- Optimizing database performance.
- Determining and planning for future capacity requirements.
Integration with DPA:
- Integration of DPA with Network Performance Monitor (NPM) and other SolarWinds products.
- Strategies for monitoring and optimizing overall network health.
SolarWinds DPA: Contributions and Expectations for Business
- Advanced control over database query and transaction performance.
- Rapid identification and resolution of database performance issues.
- Optimization of business continuity by planning for future capacity requirements.
