Streamlined approach to network monitoring

Fluke Networks has entered a partnership with Ipswitch to produce a real-time solution for network administrators who need a powerful solution to network problem identification and resolution.

Fluke Networks has entered a partnership with Ipswitch, a leading developer of network management, messaging and file transfer solutions, to produce a unique real-time solution for network administrators who need a powerful proactive and reactive solution to network problem identification and resolution.

The combination of Key Device Watch, based on Ipswitch's popular WhatsUp network monitoring program, with Fluke Networks' portable network test solutions provides a streamlined approach to network monitoring and troubleshooting.

Key Device Watch proactively monitors and identifies any problems on a network on a 24/7 basis.

Fluke Networks' LinkRunner and NetTool can troubleshoot an identified problem area with instant information about the connectivity and performance of the network.

Lisa Schwartz, Fluke Networks Business Development Manager, stated that Ipswitch's compatibility with Fluke Networks' NetTool inline network tester will extend the troubleshooting needs of technicians.

"We are pleased to be an integral part of the NetTool Key Device Watch bundle".

"This partnership will help our customers attain increased visibility to network monitoring and troubleshooting", said Schwartz.

"We are excited to partner with Fluke Networks to provide the market with cutting-edge solutions to isolate network problems and fix them faster than ever before", said Alex Neihaus, Vice President of Marketing at Ipswitch.

"As networks grow and become more complex, the administrator's ability to identify and address issues becomes even more important".

"Our partnership with Fluke Networks allows us to combine our strengths with theirs to deliver a unique, high-capability network monitoring solution for network administrators".

Key Device Watch is available in all versions of NetTool Inline Network Tester models and select LinkRunner handheld network connectivity tester models.

It is also available as a stand-alone product.

Key Device Watch provides the critical functions needed to monitor and protect a small network without complexity or high cost.

The software enables users to map to their networks, monitor critical devices such as email or websites, and receive alerts about any problems via email, sound, or visual pop-up, in order to speed problem resolution.

A trend analysis feature, which tracks network diagnostics with graphical reports and charts, is also available in this bundle.

NetTool inline network tester combines cable, network, IP phone and PC configuration testing into one palm-sized tool that empowers network administrators to quickly identify and resolve the toughest connectivity problems.

With the NetTool inline network tester, administrators can connect between two network devices, listen to the traffic between them and quickly see the three most common connectivity problems: the PC is not properly configured, a network resource is not available or there is a cable problem.

LinkRunner is a portable network connectivity tester and an essential tool for network technicians that quickly and accurately verifies connectivity and availability.

As networks run faster and become more complex, infrastructure cabling and devices must operate to precise levels in a tighter performance window.

LinkRunner assists with this goal by enabling users to quickly identify a problem and improving troubleshooting and escalation accuracy.

NetTool and LinkRunner with Key Device Watch are easy-to-deploy, cost-effective tools to measure and understand enterprise-wide application performance from the end-user's perspective.

NetTool is available for immediate delivery in three different versions.

All versions include Key Device Watch software with suggested UK list price starting at GBP 637.

LinkRunner is also available immediately, with Key Device Watch included, suggested UK list price starting at GBP 382.

Key Device Watch software is also available as a stand-alone product with a suggested UK list price of GBP 159.

All prices exclude VAT.

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