Bandwidth check with PRTG
Boost your bandwidth awareness & banish bandwidth bottlenecks
- Find devices that us the most bandwidth on your network
- Detect bandwidth hogs before they can impact business processes
- Optimize bandwidth capacity to upgrade your network in time
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PRTG bandwidth check software: What you’ll find on this page
PRTG makes bandwidth checking as easy as it gets
Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent low bandwidth and other network performance issues.
Watch your megabits with Paessler PRTG bandwidth check
Bandwidth management has never been more convenient and comprehensive than with Paessler PRTG’s powerful network bandwidth monitoring tools. Our bandwidth checker gives you the insights you need to quickly optimize network efficiency and prevent pesky traffic bottlenecks – from anywhere in the world.
Home in on odd traffic behavior sensor
PRTG's in-depth bandwidth check uses SNMP, NetFlow, sFlow, jFlow, IPFIX, and packet sniffing to detect unusual activities that could indicate potential issues.
When something doesn't add up, PRTG helps you isolate problem devices or selectively disable fishy applications, ensuring minimal disruption to your network.
Customize until it fits your needs sensor
Comfort and familiarity with your tools make you better at your job. PRTG’s bandwidth check fits your toolbox like an old friend but operates like the newest power tool.
Combine our powerful built-in sensors with robust API calls to create the perfect recipe to fit your bandwidth check requirements and never miss another bottleneck.
Have your entire network at a glance sensor
You can’t grow extra eyes to watch network devices every time a new one jumps on your network. Use the auto- discovery to make sure you don’t have blind spots in your infrastructure.
PRTG gives you a deep level of insight into your network infrastructure and bandwidth usage, all through a single, convenient dashboard.
What bandwidth checks look like in PRTG
Diagnose network issues by continuously tracking traffic data and the amount of data that influences network throughput. Show network traffic flow, your top talkers’ bandwidth utilization, and other key metrics in real time. Visualize monitoring data in clear graphs and dashboards to identify problems more easily. Gain the overview you need to troubleshoot all kinds of bandwidth issues.
Device tree view of the complete monitoring setup
Preconfigured Packet Sniffer sensor in PRTG
Custom PRTG dashboard for keeping an eye on the entire IT infrastructure
Start checking bandwidth with PRTG and see how it can make your network more reliable and your job easier.
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4 reasons why to choose PRTG as your bandwidth check tool
Comprehensive bandwidth usage test
PRTG monitors every aspect of your network's bandwidth usage, keeping tabs on traffic patterns, data transfer rates, and connected devices.
By consolidating multiple monitoring functions into one solution, PRTG takes the complexity out of network management. You'll have all the information you need at your fingertips.
Keep an eye on key bandwidth points
PRTG checks your bandwidth 24/7 and provides detailed statistics on bandwidth consumption. View your devices’ bandwidth usage in easy-to-read lists and graphs, filtered by port number, IP address, or protocol.
Your critical network elements are under a microscope round the clock, leaving you free for more important things, like that lunch break you keep meaning to take.
Continuous bandwidth analysis
Stay informed about your network's bandwidth status at all times, whether you're in the office, at home, or at the beach.
Monitor bandwidth usage on-the-go through intuitive graphical maps and dashboards, while our PRTG mobile apps ensure you can manage bandwidth remotely with ease.
Customizable alerts & notifications
Set it and forget it – we’ve got your back. Just define your individual warning and error thresholds and let PRTG bandwidth check do your job for you.
Our built-in alarm system sends notifications via email, SMS, push notification, and other methods at the first sign of a bandwidth issue, helping you keep interruptions brief or prevent them altogether.
Find the root cause of the problem with our PRTG bandwidth check solution
Real-time notifications mean faster troubleshooting so that you can act before more serious issues occur.
PRTG is compatible with all major vendors, products, and systems
3 use cases where bandwidth checks come in handy
Scheduling backups sensor
Most backups or database synchronization processes require lots of bandwidth. PRTG shows you the time of day when the least amount of bandwidth is consumed.
By scheduling backups during low peak periods, you'll optimize your capacities and prevent important business processes and critical applications from coming to a halt.
Verifying SLAs
Is your ISP really providing the amount of bandwidth that was promised? PRTG will show you exactly how much bandwidth is being delivered to your network.
Comprehensive statistics including a wealth of historical data can help you prove if the terms of a service level agreement (SLA) are not being met.
Expanding the network
Getting ready to install new ERP software that requires 5 Mbps of bandwidth? PRTG will let you know if you have enough bandwidth to run the software on a sustained basis.
If you need to upgrade, no problem. Our bandwidth check software is designed for scalability and optimization, and comes with flexible licensing that grows with your needs.
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PRTG makes bandwidth checking as easy as it gets
Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent low bandwidth and other network performance issues.
Check bandwidth: FAQ
What is a bandwidth check?
A bandwidth check is a process or test used to measure the data transfer rate of an internet connection. It evaluates how much data can be transmitted over a network connection in a given amount of time. Here are the main aspects involved in a bandwidth check:
- Download speed: This measures how quickly data can be downloaded from the internet to your device. It's usually expressed in megabits per second (Mbps) or gigabits per second (Gbps).
- Upload speed: This measures how quickly data can be uploaded from your device to the internet. It's also expressed in Mbps or Gbps.
- Latency (Ping): This measures the time it takes for data to travel from your device to a server on the internet and back again. It's usually expressed in milliseconds (ms). Lower latency indicates a more responsive connection.
- Jitter: This measures the variability in ping over time. Consistent ping times indicate a stable connection, while high jitter indicates potential issues with connection stability.
- Packet loss: This measures the percentage of data packets sent that fail to arrive at their destination. Lower packet loss indicates a more reliable connection.
- Quality of Service (QoS): Ensuring adequate bandwidth is essential for services like video streaming, online gaming, and video conferencing, which require stable and fast connections.
Why should I check network bandwidth?
Checking network bandwidth is important for several reasons, ensuring that your internet connection meets your needs and operates efficiently. Here are some key reasons why you should regularly check your network bandwidth:
1. Performance monitoring
- Regular bandwidth checks help you verify if your internet connection meets the speeds promised by your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
- By monitoring bandwidth, you can detect when your connection is slower than usual, which can impact your online activities.
2. Troubleshooting issues
- Bandwidth checks can help identify whether slow internet speeds are due to network congestion, ISP issues, or problems with your own routers, switches, and other network devices.
- If you're experiencing inconsistent speeds, regular checks can help pinpoint issues like interference from other devices or Wi-Fi signal problems.
3. Optimizing usage
- Knowing your bandwidth limits allows you to manage and allocate bandwidth effectively among different devices and applications.
- Prevent overuse: Monitoring helps prevent exceeding data caps, which could result in extra charges or throttling by your ISP.
4. Quality of Service (QoS)
- For activities that require high-speed and stable connections like video conferencing, bandwidth checks ensure these services run smoothly.
- Ensuring adequate bandwidth helps maintain clear, uninterrupted VoIP and video calls.
5. Security
- Regular bandwidth checks can help detect unauthorized devices or users on your network that might be consuming your bandwidth.
- Keeping an eye on bandwidth can alert you to potential security issues, such as malware or network intrusions that consume bandwidth.
What types of traffic can PRTG monitor?
PRTG can monitor various types of traffic, including HTTP, FTP, VoIP, and more. We use NetFlow, sFlow, jFlow, IPFIX, and packet sniffing to provide detailed traffic analysis.
Does PRTG support cloud environment bandwidth monitoring?
Indeed it does. PRTG effectively monitors physical, virtual, and cloud environments, providing a comprehensive view of your entire network's bandwidth usage.
Can PRTG help with compliance requirements related to bandwidth usage?
Yes, PRTG's detailed monitoring and reporting capabilities can assist in meeting various compliance requirements by providing thorough documentation of network bandwidth activities and performance.
Can PRTG help in identifying bandwidth hogs?
Yes, PRTG can identify devices or applications that are consuming too much bandwidth.
Does PRTG support historical bandwidth data analysis?
Yes, PRTG stores historical data, allowing you to analyze bandwidth usage trends over time.
What is a sensor in PRTG?
In PRTG, “sensors” are the basic monitoring elements. One sensor usually monitors one measured value in your network, for example the traffic of a switch port, the CPU load of a server, or the free space on a disk drive.
On average, you need about 5-10 sensors per device or one sensor per switch port.
PRTG: The multi-tool for sysadmins
Adapt PRTG individually and dynamically to your needs and rely on a strong API:- HTTP API: Access monitoring data and manipulate monitoring objects via HTTP requests
- Custom sensors: Create your own PRTG sensors for customized monitoring
- Custom notifications: Create your own notifications and send action triggers to external systems
- REST Custom sensor: Monitor almost everything that provides data in XML or JSON format
We asked: would you recommend PRTG?
Over 95% of our customers say yes!
Paessler conducted trials in over 600 IT departments worldwide to tune its network monitoring software closer to the needs of sysadmins.
The result of the survey: over 95% of the participants would recommend PRTG – or already have.
Paessler PRTG is used by companies of all sizes. Sysadmins love PRTG because it makes their job a whole lot easier. Bandwidth, servers, virtual environments, websites, VoIP services – PRTG keeps an eye on your entire network. Everyone has different monitoring needs. That’s why we let you try PRTG for free.Still not convinced?
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Hosting |
Download for Windows and cloud-based version PRTG Hosted Monitor available |
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English, German, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese |
Pricing |
Up to 100 sensors for free (Price List) |
Unified Monitoring |
Network devices, bandwidth, servers, applications, virtual environments, remote systems, IoT, and more |
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