Network Instruments Enhances Link Analyst Network Device Mapping Software

Business Wire, March 26, 2001

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 26, 2001

Version 3.0 of Popular Graphical Detection Tool with Web

Server Features, Flexible Pager Notification, and XML Support

to be Demonstrated at Networld Interop 2001

Network Instruments, LLC announced the release of version 3.0 of its highly acclaimed Link Analyst(TM) device mapping software. Enhancements to the latest version include a built-in Web server for password-protected access from any Web browser to status and log statistics, more flexibility in pager notification, and support of XML for data export.

"Version 3.0 expands the reach of Link Analyst to any desktop anywhere," said Douglas Smith, president of Network Instruments. "We implemented these new features in response to customer feedback, making Link Analyst an even more valuable tool for IT managers."

Link Analyst, Version 3.0, will be featured at Network Instrument's booth - No. 9821 - at Networld Interop 2001 in Las Vegas, May 8 - 10.

Link Analyst is the first graphical network device mapping software to include route mapping and historical logging capabilities. Link Analyst complements diagnostic/troubleshooting solutions such as Observer, Network Instruments' flagship protocol analyzation product, by offering the ability to detect network abnormalities, report device or route failures. Designed for both business managers and IT professionals, Link Analyst uses an intuitive, user-configurable interface to give users a quick and easy view of the status of each device on their LAN, WAN, or any route between, including "drill-down" views showing device address, names, and response time histories.

Access from any Web browser, anywhere

Version 3.0 of Link Analyst includes a built-in Web server, which provides access to Link Analyst data from any Web browser, anywhere. Users can view a copy of the current map or route status as well as historical log statistics of any map or route. The data is password protected, and various access levels can be defined. The HTML reporting engine generates detailed, graphical reports, which can be easily distributed over the Web.

Version 3.0 also features significant enhancements in Link Analyst's pager notification system. Different pagers or groups of pagers can be configured based on the time of day or day of week. For example, one pager may be notified if an event occurs during the regular work day, but a different pager is notified if the same event occurs in the evening. An updated pager interface makes Link Analyst simpler and more compatible with multiple paging systems.

XML output is rapidly becoming the format of choice in many installations. The latest version of Link Analyst now supports XML for data export, in addition to the comma-delimited support in previous versions.

Pricing and availability

Link Analyst version 3.0 is priced at $495 (US$) and (Y)660 (Euro). The Link Analyst license is for one PC on one site on one LAN and can be used to monitor an unlimited number of devices, LANs, WANs or routes. Link Analyst version 3.0 is available now. For more information, visit www.networkinstruments.com.

About Network Instruments

Network Instruments is a privately held company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a European sales office in the UK and distributors in 30 countries. Information on the company and its products can be obtained by calling (952) 932-9899 or by visiting the company's web site at www.networkinstruments.com.