Network Instrument’s “Destination: Performance” Tour

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Network Instruments has announced their “Destination Performance” tour. Here’s their announcement:

Destination: Performance

Network Instruments’ game-changing approach to network monitoring, troubleshooting, and analysis is so solid you’ve got to see it for yourself.

Avoid the roadside breakdowns that leave businesses and their clients stranded. From company-wide reports to deep packet analysis, we’ll show you the smooth road to an efficient network and a healthy business.

Join us for lunch and tips from the experts.

We’ll discuss:

  • Application performance monitoring
  • VoIP and UC analysis
  • Device and route monitoring
  • Back-in-time troubleshooting
  • Enterprise-wide reporting

Plus, get a first look at our newly released Observer 13 analysis solution.

The Destination: Performance tour is scheduled to stop in the following cities:

  • Minneapolis, MN – February 12, 2009
  • Dallas, TX – March 3, 2009
  • Chicago, IL – March 4, 2009
  • Toronto, ON – March 5, 2009
  • Boston, MA – March 10, 2009
  • Philadelphia, PA – March 11, 2009
  • Atlanta, GA – March 12, 2009
  • Phoenix, AZ – March 24, 2009
  • San Francisco, CA – March 25, 2009
  • Seattle, WA – March 26, 2009

Questions?   Contact Will McClain

About Network Instruments

Network Instruments, a leading provider of innovative analysis solutions, helps organizations and enterprises ensure the delivery of business-critical applications on their networks. The company’s monitoring and reporting products provide comprehensive visibility into networks and applications to optimize network performance, speed troubleshooting, and assist long-term capacity planning. Network Instruments solutions provide integrated enterprise-wide reporting and back-in-time investigation capabilities for troubleshooting networks. The company is headquartered in Minneapolis with sales offices worldwide and distributors in over 50 countries.

To see Network Instruments products, visit http://www.packetsniffers.com, operated by Optrics Engineering, a Network Instruments partner.

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PacketTrap.ca – Network Management Software

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PacketTrap Perspectives Dashboard

PacketTrap Perspective's Dashboard

With over 50,000 corporate users in more than 100 countries, PacketTrap provides affordable enterprise class network and application management software that improves performance across their customer’s most complex networks.

PacketTrap’s flagship solution, PacketTrap Perspective, provides IT professionals with a 360 degree view of their single and multi-site networks and allows them to manage and maintain their infrastructure from a single interface.
PacketTrap Perspective is a comprehensive and affordable network management and application monitoring solution for single and multi-site networks. It solves the problems associated with bandwidth, performance, and connectivity and allows you to take back control of your network.

The PacketTrap pt360 Tool Suite consolidates dozens of network management and monitoring tools into a single, integrated interface.

PacketTrap Perspectives Dashboard

PacketTrap pt360 Tool Suite's Dashboard

It also works well with virtual networks.   You can easily monitor your virtual environment. Automatically discover your host ESX servers and associated guest VMs. Gather key statistics like status, CPU, memory, disk and interface traffic.

All of the PacketTrap products can be downloaded for trial, and evaluation from the evaluation page.

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Coming Soon – WhatsUp Gold v12.3!

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WhatsUp Gold version 12.3 is right around the corner! This new release extends WhatsUp Gold’s award winning functionality with a brand new plug-in to the core architecture: WhatsUp Gold NetFlow Monitor (for traffic flow identification and reporting based on Cisco’s NetFlow technology).

Please take a look at the Did You Know? Section (below) of this post for important information about changes to WhatsUp Gold licensing in v12.3 and to find out how many devices you are monitoring with WhatsUp Gold.

  • NetFlow Monitor – network performance and utilization monitoringWhatsUp Gold NetFlow Monitor gathers information from NetFlow enabled switches and routers allowing you to analyze and report on network traffic patterns. It provides instant insight into how efficiently your network is performing and how bandwidth is utilized.

Sneak a Peek
Would you like to get an early look at WhatsUp Gold’s new plug-ins? Join Ipswitch’s Community

  • - Try the software free of charge
  • - Offer feedback directly to the development team before the official release!

Did You Know?

… There are important changes in product licensing that will go into effect with the release of v12.3.
These changes will ensure compliance with your software license device level count. Customers who find they have more devices in the WhatsUp Gold monitoring database than their license allows will have the option to upgrade to the necessary device level or reduce the number of devices to be monitored to the level they purchased.

…You can easily find out how many devices you are currently monitoring with WhatsUp Gold.
To determine the number of devices currently configured for WhatsUp Gold monitoring and reporting follow the instructions below:

Run the Home Workspace Report in WhatsUp Gold.
Note: The Home Workspace Report requires the WhatsUp Web Server to be running.

To launch the WhatsUp Web Server:
Select the “Configure” Menu
Click “Program Options”
Select “Web Server”
Select the box to “Enable the Web Server“
Set the “Automatically logon…” option with the username & password (admin/admin, assuming defaults)

To Run the Home Workspace Report:
Launch Web Server by selecting “Reports” then “All”
If login page displays, enter a valid username and password (admin/admin, assuming defaults)
Select “Home Workspace” Tab
Look for either of the following reports to get an accurate count of Devices (they are both located in the left hand column):

“Summary Counts” Report – See “Count” entry for Total Number of “Monitored Devices”

Example Report:

“Devices by Type Report” – See “Total” as the bottom of the report.

If you find you need to upgrade to a higher device tier to bring your software license into compliance, please visit our online shop to see all your purchasing options.

Case In Point:

Surf’s Up at O’Neill and so is the IT Network Thanks to WhatsUp Gold

Read why O’Neill, the largest provider of beach lifestyle sportswear worldwide, has implemented WhatsUp Gold to manage its complex, multiple-site enterprise IT network. WhatsUp Gold satisfied the need for a high-performance solution that allowed O’Neill to manage its worldwide sites collectively while also reporting on each site individually. Designed specifically for organizations such as O’Neill that have complex multi-site networks, WhatsUp Gold Distributed Edition is a comprehensive and cost-effective enterprise network management and application monitoring solution.

“WhatsUp Gold is a proven solution with powerful discovery, mapping, SNMP and WMI monitoring, alerting, notification and reporting capabilities,” says O’Neill’s Global IT Service and Infrastructure Manager, Peter Maljaars. “It enables us to better understand our network and be proactive to any potential problems…”

To learn more about Ipswitch’s WhatsUp Gold click here.

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Paessler Releases White Paper on “Virtualization And Network Monitoring”

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Server virtualization is the latest major technology trend in data centers. It provides many opportunities but is not entirely risk-free. Network monitoring can help plan the virtualization of a data center while also minimizing risks for already virtualized environments.

Dirk Paessler, CEO of Paessler AG and an expert in network monitoring has quite a bit of experience in virtualizing data centers, seeing as Paessler AG works with virtualized environments itselfs. His whitepaper provides a comprehensive overview about the opportunities and risks of virtualization and the role network monitoring plays in this context. A great help for administrators and IT executives.

You can download a copy of this white paper by going to:

http://www.paessler.com/content/e2030/e1895/e3863/e2572/ServerVirtualization_eng.pdf

Paessler offers two applications that form a complete network monitoring suite for small-to-medium businesses and is used by large and very large enterprises to provide more detailed visibility into critical
parts of their networks.

Paessler has re-architected all its tools recently, putting them on the optimal technological base and improving their overall functionality, efficiency and usability.

Its tool suite consists of:

PRTG Network Monitor is an easy-to-use Windows application for monitoring and classifying bandwidth usage and for monitoring network uptime/downtime.  It provides live readings and long-term usage trends for network devices. PRTG makes early detection of network and website problems easy and affordable. It helps organizations monitor critical network resources and detect systems failures or performance problems immediately, minimizing downtime and its economic impact. SNMP Helper enables PRTG Network Monitor to collect detailed performance information on Windows servers and workstations.  Up to several thousand parameters and performance counters on a PC can be monitored with just a few mouse clicks.

Webserver Stress Tool is a powerful HTTP-client/server test application designed to pinpoint critical performance issues on a Web site or Web server that may obstruct delivery of an optimal user experience. By simulating simultaneous access by hundreds or thousands of simultaneous users, it tests Web server performance under normal and extreme loads to ensure that critical information and service are available at response times that users expect. All of these tools come in various editions, and include a free edition to allow users to try out their main features before making the purchase decision.

For more information on Paessler’s tools please go to: http://www.optrics.com/paessler.aspx

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Check The Database That Your Network Monitoring Tools Are Storing Their Data In

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Ipswitch’s WhatsUp Gold 12

  • Includes Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express Edition (SSEE) [tag]WhatsUp Gold[/tag] 12 – includes Microsoft [tag]SQL Server 2000 Desktop Edition (WMSDE)

[tag]CastleRock’s SNMPc[/tag] Online

  • Includes Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Desktop Edition (WMSDE)

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[tag]Microsoft Security Bulletin[/tag] Summary for July 2008
Issued: July 8, 2008
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This bulletin summary lists security bulletins released for July 2008.

The full version of the Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for July 2008 can be found at:

www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/ms08-jul.mspx

Important Security Bulletins
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Microsoft Security Bulletin MS08-040

- Affected Software:
- Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Desktop Engine (WMSDE) on
Microsoft Windows 2000 Service Pack 4
- Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Desktop Engine (WMSDE) on
Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 and
Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2
- Windows Internal Database (WYukon) Service Pack 2 on
Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 and
Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2
- Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Desktop Engine (WMSDE) on
Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition and
Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2
- Windows Internal Database (WYukon) x64 Edition Service Pack 2
on Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition and
Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2
- Windows Internal Database (WYukon) Service Pack 2
on Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems
(Windows Server 2008 Server Core installation affected)
- Windows Internal Database (WYukon) x64 Edition Service Pack 2
on Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems
(Windows Server 2008 Server Core installation affected)
- GDR update for SQL Server 7.0 Service Pack 4
- QFE update for SQL Server 7.0 Service Pack 4
- GDR update for SQL Server 2000 Service Pack 4
- QFE update for SQL Server 2000 Service Pack 4
- GDR update for SQL Server 2000
Itanium-based Edition Service Pack 4
- QFE update for SQL Server 2000
Itanium-based Edition Service Pack 4
- GDR update for SQL Server 2005 Service Pack 2
- QFE update for SQL Server 2005 Service Pack 2
- GDR update for SQL Server 2005 x64 Edition Service Pack 2
- QFE update for SQL Server 2005 x64 Edition Service Pack 2
- GDR update for SQL Server 2005 with SP2 for
Itanium-based Systems
- QFE update for SQL Server 2005 with SP2 for
Itanium-based Systems
- GDR update for Microsoft Data Engine (MSDE) 1.0 Service Pack 4
- QFE update for Microsoft Data Engine (MSDE) 1.0 Service Pack 4
- GDR update for Microsoft SQL Server 2000
Desktop Engine (MSDE 2000) Service Pack 4
- QFE update for Microsoft SQL Server 2000
Desktop Engine (MSDE 2000) Service Pack 4
- GDR update for Microsoft SQL Server 2005
Express Edition Service Pack 2
- QFE update for Microsoft SQL Server 2005
Express Edition Service Pack 2
- GDR update for Microsoft SQL Server 2005
Express Edition with Advanced Services Service Pack 2
- QFE update for Microsoft SQL Server 2005
Express Edition with Advanced Services Service Pack 2

- Impact: Elevation of Privilege
- Version Number: 1.0

Microsoft Security Bulletin MS08-038

- Affected Software:
- Windows Vista and
Windows Vista Service Pack 1
- Windows Vista x64 Edition and
Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 1
- Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems
(Windows Server 2008 Server Core installation affected)
- Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems
(Windows Server 2008 Server Core installation affected)
- Windows Server 2008 for Itanium-based Systems

- Impact: Remote Code Execution
- Version Number: 1.0

Microsoft Security Bulletin MS08-037

- Affected Software:
- DNS client update for Microsoft Windows 2000 Service Pack 4
- DNS Server update for Microsoft Windows 2000 Server Service
Pack 4
- DNS client update for Windows XP Service Pack 2 and
Windows XP Service Pack 3
- DNS client update for Windows XP Professional x64 Edition and
Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2
- DNS client update for Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 and
Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2
- DNS server update for Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 and
Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2
- DNS client update for Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition and
Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2
- DNS server update for Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition and
Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2
- DNS client update for Windows Server 2003 with SP1 for
Itanium-based Systems and
Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems
- DNS server update for Windows Server 2003 with SP1 for
Itanium-based Systems and
Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems
- DNS server update for Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems
(Windows Server 2008 Server Core installation affected)
- DNS server update for Windows Server 2008 for x64-based
Systems (Windows Server 2008 Server Core installation affected)

- Impact: Spoofing
- Version Number: 1.0

Microsoft Security Bulletin MS08-039

- Affected Software:
- Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Service Pack 2
- Microsoft Exchange Server 2007
- Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 1

- Impact: Elevation of Privilege
- Version Number: 1.0

Other Information
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Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool:
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Microsoft has released an updated version of the Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool on Windows Update, Microsoft Update, Windows Server Update Services, and the Download Center.

Non-Security, High-Priority Updates on MU, WU, and WSUS:
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Please see:
* http://support.microsoft.com/kb/894199: Microsoft Knowledge Base
Article 894199, Description of Software Update Services and
Windows Server Update Services changes in content for 2008.
Includes all Windows content.

* http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/wsus/bb466214.aspx: New,
Revised, and Released Updates for Microsoft Products Other Than
Microsoft Windows

Recognize and avoid fraudulent e-mail to Microsoft customers:
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If you receive an e-mail message that claims to be distributing a Microsoft security update, it is a hoax that may contain malware or pointers to malicious Web sites. Microsoft does not distribute security updates via e-mail.

The Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) uses PGP to digitally sign all security notifications. However, PGP is not required for reading security notifications, reading security bulletins, or installing security updates. You can obtain the MSRC public PGP key at https://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/pgp.mspx.

To receive automatic notifications whenever Microsoft Security Bulletins are issued, subscribe to Microsoft Technical Security Notifications on http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/notify.mspx.

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THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS MICROSOFT COMMUNICATION IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. MICROSOFT DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL MICROSOFT CORPORATION OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF MICROSOFT CORPORATION OR ITS SUPPLIERS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SO THE FOREGOING LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY.
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Ipswitch Announces WhatsUp Gold VoIP Monitor Plug-In

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Ipswitch has announced the immediate availability of their brand new WhatsUp Gold VoIP Monitor plug-in for WhatsUp Gold v12.

voip-logo.gifAs the first in a series of plug-ins to the extensible WhatsUp Gold product-family architecture, the WhatsUp Gold VoIP Monitor lets you monitor and report on your network’s capacity to support and maintain acceptable call quality for Voice over IP (VoIP).

Voip Monitoring PromoIf you’re an active Service Agreement holder you’re entitled to upgrade to [tag]WhatsUp Gold[/tag] v12 at no charge (if you haven’t already).

What’s more, we’re happy to offer current WhatsUp Gold clients (with active service agreements) the new [tag] WhatsUp Gold VoIP Monitor plug-in[/tag] for 50% off MSRP when you purchase it by September 8, 2008.

  • Note: The WhatsUp Gold VoIP Monitor requires a base installation of WhatsUp Gold v12.

If you don’t currently own WhatsUp Gold and would like to purchase it please go to www.Ipswitch.ca

Haven’t had a chance to upgrade to WhatsUp Gold v12 yet?

>> Download it today!

Please visit Ipswitch’s new customer portal at www.MyIpswitch.com and click on the My Downloads tab to receive your copy of WhatsUp v12.

The WhatsUp Gold VoIP Monitor accesses information generated by Cisco IP SLA (service level agreement) enabled devices to monitor jitter, packet loss, latency and other calculated VoIP performance values.

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The VoIP Monitor leverages the core services of WhatsUp Gold v12 and seamlessly integrates with its versatile network management capabilities.

To take advantage of this limited time offer and purchase the WhatsUp Gold VoIP Monitor for 50% off, please visit www.ipswitch.ca/whatsup/voip-monitor.aspx.

Hurry, this 1/2 price offer ends September 8, 2008!

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