Riverbed NetPlanner is a comprehensive network planning and design tool that supports multi-technology and multi-vendor environments. It provides complete lifecycle support, enabling companies to manage complex networks efficiently. The tool offers features such as network data import, baseline analysis, cost-effective network change planning, survivability testing, and configlet generation for network devices.

Key Features

Predictive Multi-Layer Network Planning NetPlanner allows for the simulation and prediction of network behavior across multiple layers.

• Combines data from various sources for accurate network modeling.
• Supports a wide range of analyses with detailed customization options.

Survivability Testing Ensures network robustness by testing its ability to withstand node failures.

• Provides high-level survivability analysis reports.
• Allows detailed examination of network components needing attention.

Configlet Generation Facilitates the deployment of configuration changes across network devices.

• Generates configuration snippets for easy implementation.
• Supports integration with other Riverbed tools like SteelCentral NetProfiler.

Benefits

Comprehensive Network Insights NetPlanner delivers in-depth visibility into network performance and potential issues.

• Utilizes advanced analytics for packet, flow, and device metrics.
• Offers superior reporting capabilities for informed decision-making.

Cost-Effective Network Management Helps in planning cost-efficient network changes without compromising performance.

• Minimizes the impact of changes on the existing network.
• Provides tools for auditing and readiness assessments for new technologies like IPv6.