Network Diagramming | Opnet Netmapper 2q1l3w

Solution Overview

OPNET Technologies, Inc.

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Generate Up-to-Date Network Diagrams at the Push-of-a-Button OPNET’s NetMapper™ automatically publishes up-to-date network diagrams, thereby reducing the complexity of collecting accurate information from multiple sources and keeping up with

Benefits

the high frequency of changes. NetMapper accelerates network auditing and troubleshoot-

n Comply with regulatory and security stan-

ing by creating content-rich network diagrams, including detailed logical and physical device configuration information as well as logical views of the network.

dards for network documentation n Accelerate network troubleshooting with

on-demand detailed insight into network topology and configuration n Manage changes more effectively by lever-

aging comprehensive network topology and configuration details n Reduce operational costs with automated

network diagramming

Key Features n Displays physical layout and detailed logical

views of the network including: Layer 2/3, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, PVCs, VLANs, VPNs, BGP, HSRP/VRRP, and device virtualization n Produces detailed tabular reports of proto-

col configurations n Provides interactive views and

hierarchical

layouts n Includes ready-to-use templates for mul-

tiple page layouts and options to customize diagrams n s widely used Microsoft Visio® format n Collects network information via device ac-

cess or import of device configuration files n Stores diagrams on OPNET Report Server™

for easy access and sharing

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Solution Overview

OPNET Technologies, Inc.

Comply with Regulatory and Security Standards NetMapper provides standard-compliance documentation that identifies all network elements and how they can be accessed. NetMapper’s accurate network documentation ensures a successful network audit and enables compliance with regulatory and security standards such as: n PCI Data Security Standard n SOX Section 404 Documentation Requirements n FFIEC IT Examination Handbook n DISA Network Infrastructure STIG

Accelerate Network Troubleshooting NetMapper’s detailed physical and logical views help pinpoint configuration and connectivity issues quickly with direct insights into configurations and routing views. Diagrams can be customized with additional istrative details or other information for faster troubleshooting and problem resolution. Multiple s can access network diagrams via the web, or print diagrams with customizable layouts and page formats.

Manage Changes Effectively NetMapper applies a unique, semantic approach, combining the industry’s leading auto-discovery, configuration parsing and analysis, and connectivity inference to interpret network configuration data with expert knowledge. NetMapper uses this wealth of information to provide reliable, detailed information about the network—assisting effective change management by generating up-to-date diagrams on demand to keep up with the high frequency of changes.

Reduce Operational Costs Organizations using NetMapper obtain immediate ROI by eliminating hundreds of hours spent on manually keeping diagrams up to date. Automation of the network diagram generation process not only reduces manual effort, but also minimizes the risk of human error. NetMapper’s ready-to-use templates and customizable options simplify diagram configuration with options to display tables and annotations that describe both physical and logical connectivity in addition to the network topology.

Microsoft Partner NetMapper generates diagrams in Microsoft Visio format, the industry standard for network diagrams. OPNET is a member of Microsoft’s Visio Toolbox Partner Program.

Packaging

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NetMapper addresses a pervasive issue that impacts network planning, engineering, and operations – network diagrams are difficult and time-consuming to maintain, and quickly become obsolete. By using NetMapper, we can dramatically improve the usability and value of network diagrams to the organization. Chief Technology Officer

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Fortune 1,000 Company

NetMapper is offered as an optional module for OPNET’s IT Sentinel®, SP Sentinel®, IT Guru® Network Planner, and SP Guru® Network Planner, to network engineering, operations, and planning. NetMapper is also offered as a stand-alone solution.

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