Cisco Network Mapper Guide
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- I really like this project. I just wish that I could tell it which IP ranges to sweep. Every time I use the program, I have to wait many hours because it sweeps the 16 bit subnet in the router. I only need to sweep a couple 24 but subnets within the 16 bit subnet.
- Works great, helped me debug a switch.
- This program works - and fast. Install is VERY easy as all you have to do is edit your sm.config file on notepad ++ with the appropriate info (snmp etc), and you are good to go. Will be donating as soon as I get a few extra bucks. Still - this is great for Cisco shops who need access-layer visibility. The only thing I would change/add is to specify static/dynamic entry, and the option of coloring out down ports. I know, I am picky. WILL NOT decompile using VS 2012 as noted in the readme file - or else I would have made the above changes myself. Still, phenomenal job, and well worth it!
- Best Cisco switch port mapping program out there! THIS ONE WORKS - been fighting with the commercial packages for weeks - they would not map all the vlans, skip ports, not resolve names. Switch Miner mapped out our CatOs 6509 100% in the first pass, plus built the xls file as well (no more csv imports!) Thanks and a Tip of the Hat, You knocked the ball wayyyyy out of the park, it's still flying!
What is Network Mapping?
Automate network map; visualize and pinpoint network outages and performance degradation with OpManager
When the number of monitored devices increases and when companies expand to multiple locations, it becomes impractical to maintain a static network map. Further, referring to a fixed network diagram in the event of a network failure or performance degradation is highly complex and an unwholesome experience.
Automatic network mapper
The IT network is forever dynamic; the static network maps often fail to capture the new changes in the network. When a network fault occurs, it becomes impossible to track the affected device or business service using the static network diagrams. With OpManager’s automatic network mapping tool, administrators can:
- Visualize their complete IT infrastructure.
- Be assured of referring to the most up-to-date network maps, with periodic network scanning.
- With the network topology mapper tool, construct an easy-to-view network topology map that lets one choose the network’s seed device and preferred network layout type.
- Share network diagrams across peer groups in no time by exporting to Microsoft Visio.
Pinpoint network outages and performance degradation at–a–glance
OpManager's network mapper reflects the latest device and link status with color coded icons in the network maps, acting like a live Visio diagram that lets administrators:
- Spot any network problems at-a-glimpse.
- Quickly drill down to the problematic device or to the link from the network maps.
- Understand relationship between the parent and the dependent devices.
- See the intensity of the network issue identified by faithfully reproducing the network layout.
- Prioritize network faults and start remediation actions.
Cisco Network Mapper Tool
Keep an eye on critical business services and custom device groups
What Is Cisco Network
- Proactively identify devices or business services that need immediate attention and start resolving the bottlenecks if any.
- Organize an enterprise network geographically.
- Find out not just the problematic device but also where it is located, visually.
- Create and share application or location specific network diagrams.