Can we get the NPM to standardize using bandwidth for the network devices as Max-throughput instead of Average?
I've not tried this myself, but a custom query widget should get you want you want.
If you are looking for SolarWinds to change NPM's default view, then you'll need to post a feature request, here: https://thwack.solarwinds.com/product-forums/network-performance-monitor-npm/i/feature-requests