Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Network Analysis Module (NAM-3)

Network Analysis (NAM-3)

Network administrators today require 10+Gbps monitoring capabilities to address system virtualization, high-speed uplinks, and increased traffic throughputs.

Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Network Analysis Module (NAM-3) provides integrated network and application visibility to simplify management of network resources in high-performance enterprise campus, WAN and data center deployments.

As a key component of Borderless Networks architecture, and part of the Cisco NAM product portfolio, this next-generation service module helps you optimize network resources, quickly troubleshoot application performance issues, and deliver consistent end-user experience. It delivers:

1. 10+ Gbps traffic monitoring throughput
2. Precision performance analytics using IEEE 1588 timestamps
3. Comprehensive application performance indicators for Voice and TCP-based applications
4. Advanced hardware and software filters
5. High-performance Packet Captures with ability to add external storage

Key Benefits include

1. Reduced network footprint and administration cost lowers total cost of ownership.
2. Prepackaged dashboards, interactive reports, and intuitive workflows enhance operational efficiency.
3. Advanced filters, intelligent packet captures, and historical data analysis accelerates problem resolution.
4. Accurate characterization of end-user experience and proactive detection of performance issues improve service levels.
5. Open standards-based API preserves investments in existing management assets.
6. Ability to manage remotely with anytime, anywhere access saves IT staff time and travel.