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    Cisco DNA Analytics and Assurance

    Score9.4 out of 10
    N/ACisco DNA Analytics and Assurance is an advanced network analytics solution integrated within Cisco DNA Center that leverages machine learning and AI to provide deep insights, proactive issue detection, and accelerated troubleshooting for enterprise networks. It collects streaming telemetry and contextual data from endpoints, devices, users, and applications across the network to create a personalized baseline of normal network behavior. This enables AI-driven anomaly detection, root cause…N/A

    SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper

    Score7.1 out of 10
    N/ANetwork Topology Mapper is Network mapping software from SolarWinds built to automatically plot a network. Leveraging its multi-layer discovery technique, Network Topology Mapper automatically discovers LAN or WAN and produces comprehensive, network diagrams that integrate OSI Layer 2 and Layer 3 topology data (including switchto-switch, switch-to-node, and switch-to-router port connections) which can be exported into Microsoft Office® Visio® or other formats and shared.

    $1,570

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    $1,570
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    Pricing Offerings
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    Free Trial
    NoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    User Ratings
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    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.0
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    Usability
    6.0
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    User Testimonials
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    Likelihood to Recommend
    Cisco
    So not everyone is in need of a smart AI checking their network metrics looking for issues before they happen or finding and alerting on problems that the network staff may not have noticed, but if you have the budget for it, it could be a huge time saver for your whole department.
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    SolarWinds
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    Pros
    Cisco
    • Identify devices and their connectivity to the network
    • Troubleshoot device connectivity paths
    • Give us visibility into possible issues with network devices
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    Cons
    Cisco
    • Recommendation actions can be improved
    • Feel like bit sluggish after some times, may be resources not optimised
    • Some integration gaps there.
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    Usability
    Cisco
    Cisco DNA Analytics and Assurance definitely has a steep learning curve. While it's had an upgrade to its onboarding, it's still a very technically heavy application that requires knowledge of Cisco networking and terminology. I think keeping that in mind helps with the expectations, but anyone can use the application with a little training and experience.
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    SolarWinds
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    Alternatives Considered
    Cisco
    We moved away from Solarwinds during the breach. Haven't touched them with a 10 foot pole since.We looked at Splunk but decided to stick with a Cisco product since we are a Cisco shop
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    Return on Investment
    Cisco
    • Loads of time saved diagnosing network issues.
    • Much effort saved having to determine network performance metrics by hand.
    • The Cisco brand is generally safe and trusted so you get that additional peace of mind.
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    ScreenShots

    SolarWinds Network Topology Mapper Screenshots

    Screenshot of Automatically discover your entire network and create comprehensive, detailed network topology maps.Screenshot of NTM is capable of building loads of useful network maps without having to rescan using network topology mapping software. Save valuable resources, bandwidth, and time.Screenshot of Export network maps to Microsoft Office Visio, PDF, and PNG formats, and also schedule updated map exports to Orion® Network Atlas.Screenshot of Keep your network up to date by automatically detecting new devices and changes to network topology with scheduled network scanning in the network topology tool.Screenshot of Perform multi-level network discovery to produce an integrated OSI Layer 2 and Layer 3 network map that includes detailed device information.Screenshot of Directly address PCI compliance and other regulations that require maintenance of an up-to-date network diagram. SolarWinds network topology software is also FIPS 140-2 compliant.