System management with PRTG
Achieve IT excellence through customizable & real-time performance monitoring
- Streamline workflows and automate processes while enhancing system reliability
- Optimize resource allocation using real-time metrics to prevent system overloads
- Acquire actionable insights from a centralized dashboard for informed decision-making
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PRTG system management monitoring: What you’ll find on this page
PRTG makes IT systems monitoring as easy as it gets
Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent system bottlenecks.
Master your systems management at a glance with PRTG
Effective IT systems management is the backbone of a healthy, efficient, and resilient IT infrastructure. Paessler PRTG offers a centralized and customizable management solution that addresses all your system monitoring and performance monitoring needs in one package. It integrates application management, performance tracking, asset management, and network management seamlessly across your entire IT environment.
Unlock your IT performance monitoring superpowers
IT operations move faster than you blink, so staying informed is of the utmost importance. PRTG’s system management software delivers real-time performance monitoring of your core IT systems – including CPU load, memory usage, disk I/O, and key network metrics – across your entire IT infrastructure.
Leverage protocols like SNMP, WMI, and SSH to collect detailed data from devices running operating systems like Linux and Windows, as well as virtual platforms like VMware and Hyper-V. It’s an all-seeing eye without the creepy vibes.
Eliminate bottlenecks with lightning-fast automation
When it comes to system performance, every moment matters. PRTG offers real-time automation with customizable notifications based on specific thresholds for each monitored element. Whether a server is overheating or a network switch decides to take an unscheduled vacation, PRTG ensures you're promptly notified.
Alerts are sent directly to your mobile devices (iOS, Android), email, or via API-triggered actions, keeping you informed whether you're at your desk or grabbing a much-needed latte frapacchino with extra espresso-caffeine bombs.
Build cloud harmony with leading providers
Cloud environments are central to operations in a modern IT landscape. PRTG integrates with leading cloud-based providers like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, offering comprehensive monitoring for your cloud workloads and applications with no fuss or arguments.
Dedicated sensors access AWS CloudWatch and Azure Monitor, bringing transparency to your cloud environments and making sure your services run smoothly and efficiently – like a well-oiled machine without the greasy mess.
Master your network with a central dashboard
IT management doesn't have to be chaotic. PRTG's intuitive, customizable dashboard centralizes data from your network, servers, and applications into a single cohesive view.
Visualize workloads, troubleshoot problems, and optimize your infrastructure – all from one place. It’s a sci-fi command station, and you’re the captain. And with real-time alerts, your crew of monitoring experts is on standby 24/7/365.
What system management monitoring looks like in PRTG
Diagnose network issues by continuously tracking system performance metrics. Show CPU load, memory usage, 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 system bottlenecks effectively.
Device tree view of the complete monitoring setup
Preconfigured System Health sensor in PRTG
Custom PRTG dashboard for keeping an eye on the entire IT infrastructure
Start monitoring your IT infrastructure with PRTG and see how it can make your network more reliable and your job easier.
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Top 5 reasons to choose PRTG for IT systems management
Holistic & flexible monitoring across your IT infrastructure
PRTG provides a holistic monitoring suite that tracks performance across all critical components of your IT systems in a customizable and user-friendly way.
From network management and application monitoring to patch management and system provisioning, PRTG handles it all.
Real-time optimization & automation capabilities
In today's IT operations environment, proactivity is key. PRTG optimizes system performance through real-time monitoring data and proactive alerts.
Automation features reduce manual workloads and catch issues early, allowing your team to focus on innovation rather than constant troubleshooting.
Centralized & intuitive dashboard with customizable metrics
Consolidate your systems management tools with PRTG's centralized and customizable dashboard. Tailor monitoring views to your specific needs, supporting different operating systems.
Metrics are presented in an intuitive format with graphs, templates, and plugins, enabling efficient troubleshooting without unnecessary complexity.
Compatibility with cloud-based & on-premises environments
PRTG offers extensive flexibility to accommodate hybrid IT environments. It seamlessly integrates with cloud-based services, SaaS solutions, and traditional on-premises data centers.
Manage workloads on AWS, Azure, or local servers – all from one unified platform. It's like being multi-lingual in IT, ensuring nothing gets lost in translation.
Minimize downtime & costs with efficient systems management
Downtime disrupts operations and drains resources. PRTG helps minimize downtime and operational costs by identifying performance bottlenecks and providing actionable insights.
Its simplified systems management increases efficiency, reduces energy consumption, and prevents resource over-provisioning – streamlining your infrastructure for optimal productivity.
Your system management monitor at a glance – even on the go
Set up PRTG in minutes and use it on almost any mobile device.
Find the root cause of the problem with our PRTG system management monitoring 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
Explore our preconfigured PRTG sensors for system management monitoring
PRTG comes with more than 250 native sensor types for monitoring your entire on-premises, cloud, and hybrid cloud environment out of the box. Check out some examples below!
Packet Sniffer
The Packet Sniffer sensor analyzes network traffic at the packet level to identify bandwidth usage, protocol distribution, and suspicious activity. Ideal for diagnosing network bottlenecks and ensuring data flows smoothly across your infrastructure.
SSL Certificate
The SSL Certificate sensor monitors the validity and expiration dates of SSL/TLS certificates on web servers. Helps prevent service disruptions and ensures secure connections by alerting you before certificates expire.
Active Directory Replication Errors
The Active Directory Replication Errors v2 sensor tracks replication health and error statuses within Active Directory environments. Helps maintain directory consistency and resolves issues affecting user authentication or resource access.
System Health
the System Health sensor monitors the overall health of physical devices, such as servers and routers, tracking metrics like temperature, fan speed, and power supply status. Ensures hardware components operate within safe parameters.
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“Excellent tool for detailed monitoring. Alarms and notifications work greatly. Equipment addition is straight forward and server initial setup is very easy. ...feel safe to purchase it if you intend to monitor a large networking landscape.”
Infrastructure and Operations Engineer in the Communications Industry, firm size 10B - 30B USD
PRTG makes IT systems monitoring as easy as it gets
Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent system bottlenecks.
System management monitoring: FAQ
How does PRTG handle network bandwidth monitoring across multiple interfaces?
PRTG uses SNMP to monitor bandwidth usage across network interfaces, supporting devices like switches, routers, and firewalls. For detailed traffic analysis, it can utilize NetFlow, sFlow, or IPFIX protocols, helping you identify and resolve bandwidth issues efficiently. This level of performance monitoring ensures your network management is proactive and effective—like spotting a traffic jam before you leave home.
How can PRTG facilitate application monitoring for services on Linux and Windows?
PRTG employs SSH sensors for Linux and WMI sensors for Windows to monitor application metrics like CPU and memory usage. Customize sensors to check process uptime, port availability, and other key metrics, ensuring optimal application performance. It's like having a dedicated watchdog for each of your applications, without the barking.
Can PRTG automate tasks based on certain conditions?
Yes, PRTG's automation features allow you to run scripts, send notifications, or trigger external systems via API when specific conditions are met, such as high CPU usage. This enables proactive management and swift issue resolution, streamlining your IT workflows. Think of it as setting up dominoes—in a good way—where one event triggers the next for seamless operations.
How does PRTG monitor virtual environments like VMware and Hyper-V?
PRTG integrates with virtualization platforms using sensors designed for VMware and Hyper-V. These collect data on host and VM metrics, allowing you to optimize workloads and manage your virtual environments effectively. It's like having X-ray vision into your virtual machines, revealing what's happening beneath the surface.
What is the role of the PRTG API in systems management?
The PRTG API lets you extend monitoring capabilities and integrate with other management solutions or custom tools. Create custom sensors, retrieve data, automate actions, and configure the system programmatically to meet your unique needs. It's like giving PRTG a toolbox full of gadgets, ready to customize your systems management just the way you like it.
Elevate your IT systems management with PRTG—a solution that simplifies workflows, optimizes performance, and works tirelessly to support your demanding IT environment. It's the trusty sidekick every IT superhero needs.
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
Paessler conducted trials in over 600 IT departments worldwide to tune its network monitoring software closer to the needs of sysadmins. We asked: would you recommend PRTG?
Over 95% of our customers say yes!
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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PRTG |
Network Monitoring Software - Version 24.4.102.1351 (November 12th, 2024) |
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Hosting |
Download for Windows and cloud-based version PRTG Hosted Monitor available |
Languages |
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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