Need to receive information about node to node

Question

I need to gather and monitor different varibles such as transmit percent utilization, response time, etc. from one node to another node and then reported back to the Network Performance Monitor for reporting and web interface.  I've been searching the forum and haven't had any luck finding such a way to do this.

We have several remote sites and I want to measure and keep track of connectivity data from site to site perspective rather than from the perspective of where the Network Performance Monitor is located.

Is there a way to do this and how?

Thank you.

Haley · Answer

VoIP Monitor is a new module for the Orion Network Performance Monitor that is scheduled to release in the next couple of weeks.  This module leverages IP SLA metrics such as jitter, latency, packet loss, and MOS to enable you to proactively monitor your VoIP network.  We currently have a Datasheet, Technology Preview, and weekly webinars to help inform users of the new module.  You can see the Datasheet and Technology Preview at http://www.solarwinds.net/products/orion/voip_monitor.aspx.  You can sign up for one of the webinars at http://www.solarwinds.net/webinars/product_palooza.aspx.  We even have one today at 1:00 pm CST.  We are also running a discount promo of 25% off for early adopters through the end of the month.  You can find out more on this promo at  http://www.solarwinds.net/campaigns/eap_voip.aspx.

Network_Guru · Answer

rotflmao....

There is currently a beta for VoiP Monitor - not sure if you can get on the trial if you ask nicely?
Yes it is a separate module which must be purchased separately.
There is a good demo on the product here.

jluke · Answer

Ok, so transmit % wasn't what I intended to say.  I was wrong to say that and I won't let it happen again. ; )

If we have IPSLA enabled, we will need to add VoIP monitor plugin.  Is this a seperate plug in that needs to be purchased seperately?

How does it work?  Can we get a trial version to look at it?