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: Paessler Launches PRTG v9 with Faster, Easier, More Advanced Network Monitoring FeaturesOct 04, 2011 (M2 PRESSWIRE via COMTEX) -- Paessler AG, the innovative network monitoring solutions specialist, today announced the launch of its new PRTG Network Monitor v9. Version 9 offers a number of powerful new features, including new capabilities aimed at making network monitoringeasier, more efficient and more flexible. "As always, we are focused on continuous improvement in order to meet the needs of our customers," says Paessler CEO Dirk Paessler. "So we have incorporated feedback, experience and suggestions from our customers who use PRTG every day. The focus of theupgrade has been a move to advanced networking technologies, scalability, and further simplifying the user interface. As a result, this latest release represents a quantum leap in ease of use and efficiency and will directly cater to the changing needs of our customers." Paessler's PRTG Network Monitor has been recognised worldwide for its rich feature set, ease of use and simple, cost-effective, all-in licensing model. This latest release adds a number of usability and efficiency improvements to streamline network monitoring tasks and save time and money for IT departments and network admins. Offered at the same price as the previous version 8, PRTG's all-in, no add-on license now includes the following new features: A completely redesigned, interactive web interface, featuring customisable tree view display and individual libraries for improved at-a-glance monitoring and drag-and-drop ease for moving and cloning sensors; A new Enterprise Console designed specifically for larger installations to monitor multiple PRTG installations, ideal for MSPs or geographically dispersed operations; Simplified user management with Active Directory integration; Support for IPv6 across all applicable sensor types, including Packet Sniffer, and the ability to use auto-discovery in IPv6 networks; New assistant for manually adding sensors as well as dedicated hardware sensors for selected vendors, such as Dell, HP, APC; Automatic download of PRTG updates to ensure the admin can always install the latest release efficiently. In addition, there are many new sensor types, including the WMI Security Centre, Registry, and refurbished Sensor Factory sensor type. A new QoS Round Trip Sensor gives users the ability to test the reliability of UDP communication over a network connection in both directions, making sure the network is ready for VoIP, Skype, YouTube,video conferencing, etc. "A cool feature of the new version of PRTG is the ability to link in Active Directory users for PRTG Logins, which from a System Administrator point of view means much easier management," says noted IT blogger and Systems Engineer Dave Harris. "Keeping everything up to date across a large network can be a challenge, so anything that can be put in place to make it easier is always a bonus. The PRTG auto update is very simple to use and will save a lot of time. All in all, some very nice new features that make PRTG functional and simple to use.". For more information or to download PRTG v9, visit www.paessler.com. About Paessler AG Paessler AG leads the industry in providing the most powerful, affordable and easy-to-use network monitoring and testing solutions. The company's suite of just-right software products deliver peace of mind, confidence and convenience for businesses of all sizes - from Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) to large enterprises, including more than 70% of the Fortune 100 companies. Based in Nuremberg, Germany, Paessler's global reach includes more than 150,000 active installations of its products. Founded in 1997, Paessler AG remains a privately held company and is recognised as both a member of the Cisco Developer Network and a VMware Technology Alliance Partner. For more information, visit www.paessler.com. If you are interested in reviewing this product and would like a licence key, then please get in contact with me. Media Contacts: Deepa Vyas / Jessica Mangan Kinross + Render Tel: 020 7378 1234 Email: [email protected] / [email protected] Dorte Winkler Paessler AG Tel: +49 911 93775-0 Email: [email protected] ((M2 Communications disclaims all liability for information provided within M2 PressWIRE. Data supplied by named party/parties. Further information on M2 PressWIRE can be obtained at http://www.presswire.net on the world wide web. Inquiries to [email protected]. |