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24/7 Monitoring with PRTG

Keep a constant eye on your network’s health, round the clock

  • Monitor mission-critical hardware and software parameters round the clock
  • Customize your monitoring environment to suit your exact requirements
  • Get automatically alerted in case of any issues in your network
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PRTG 24/7 monitoring: What you will find on this page

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  • Don't let potentially serious issues fall through the cracks
  • Why choose PRTG as your 24/7 monitoring tool
  • What 24/7 monitoring looks like in PRTG
  • How PRTG monitors your network in real time, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
  • Monitoring your network 24/7: FAQ

PRTG makes 24/7 monitoring as easy as it gets

Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent overloaded servers, failed backups, traffic spikes, and other issues that may cause unplanned downtime.

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Don't let potentially serious issues fall through the cracks

We've all been there. You get a faint whiff of something unpleasant when you open the fridge. But you’ve just come back home after a stressful day, and you're too tired to look into it. So you put it off until tomorrow. And then to the next day. And then to the day after that.

Before you know it, it's been a week and that faint whiff has become unbearable. The take-out carton that would’ve taken two minutes to throw away is a sludgy mess that will require several hours to clean. Eek.

In a busy organization with a complex IT network, you might not even get that faint whiff of something wrong. A server works well… until it doesn't. Or you get the blue screen of death out of, well... the blue. And it's only when you investigate that you realize that the issue has been going on for months.

With Paessler PRTG, that doesn't have to happen.

Once you’re up and running, our all-in one network monitoring system takes care of monitoring services, hardware, applications, and other parts of your IT infrastructure round the clock – measuring response times, tracking availability, ensuring CPUs aren’t overloaded, and on and on, constantly checking if everything is working as it should and letting you know the second something might go wrong. 

You’ll be able to proactively fix issues before they get serious. And that means no more preventable outages or unplanned downtime.

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Available all hours: Why choose PRTG as your 24/7 monitoring tool

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Nonstop monitoring

Yes, really. PRTG tracks every mission-critical parameter that might impact your network's performance and stability even when you're not looking. Which means you can tackle higher-priority items on your to-do list with the peace of mind that everything else is taken care of.

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Built-in alarm system

Never miss an important update about your network's status. Pick your preferred performance thresholds, and PRTG will automatically email you or send you SMS or push notifications, so you can fix issues before they cause noticeable disruption or downtime – without the false alarms.

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Faster troubleshooting

Troubleshooting shouldn't be like trying to find a needle in a haystack. PRTG's centralized monitoring dashboard brings together all your business-critical data in one place and shows you what's going on in real time, so it's easier to pinpoint the root cause of a problem.

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Complete customization

Make your monitoring environment work for you, instead of having to work around it. Pick which parameters to track, your error thresholds, and create your own monitoring dashboards monitoring. Plus, you can effortlessly export data for customized reporting, via schedule or on-demand.

What 24/7 monitoring looks like in PRTG

Diagnose network issues by continuously tracking servers, routers, firewalls, internet connections, ports, network traffic, and other hardware and software network components round the clock. Show availability, bandwidth usage, uptime, CPU load, 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 network issues that might go unnoticed until they cause unplanned downtime.

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Device tree view of the complete monitoring setup

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Custom PRTG dashboard for keeping an eye on the entire IT infrastructure

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Live traffic data graph in PRTG

Start monitoring your network 24/7 with PRTG and see how it can make your network more reliable and your job easier.

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IT experts agree: Paessler PRTG is a great solution for IT infrastructure monitoring

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“All-around winning
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“The real beauty of PRTG is the endless possibilities it offers”

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“PRTG Network Monitor 
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How PRTG monitors your network in real time, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

It's all in the sensors.

PRTG’s professional monitoring solution has more than 250 native sensor types for monitoring your entire on-premises, cloud, and hybrid cloud environment out of the box, and you can also create your own. With support for unlimited local, remote, and virtual devices, you can keep a constant eye on every network parameter imaginable, no matter how complex your IT infrastructure is.

Devices and parameters our preconfigured sensors can monitor include:

  • Backup monitoring
  • Mail server monitoring
  • The status of hard drives
  • Windows process and services monitoring
  • SQL server and database monitoring
  • WiFi and other internet connections
  • Website monitoring
  • Monitoring of virtualized environments

PRTG is compatible with all major vendors, products, and systems

compatible with all major vendors, products, and systems

Find the root cause of the problem with our PRTG 24/7 monitoring solution

Real-time notifications mean faster troubleshooting so that you can act before more serious issues occur.

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”Adopting PRTG has been like going from being in the dark to being in the light. Before, we had limited visibility into what was happening in the infrastructure and in the network. Now, however, thanks to the comprehensive dashboard and real-time notifications, we receive constant updates on the status of facilities and services, and our way of working has gone from passive to proactive.”

Luca Meneghesso, Senior IT infrastructure and Security Specialist
Banca Profilo

”GESAC increasingly focuses on innovation to improve the quality of services offered and the experience of passengers handled every day by Naples Airport. Thanks to PRTG, we finally have unified, automatic, and continuous monitoring of the airport network and can guarantee quick and timely interventions.”

Domenico Ciervo, GESAC ICT Manager
Naples International Airport

”As an international company, PRTG is ideal for us. If something went down half way across the world, we wouldn’t be woken up – we can rely on PRTG to identify the problem and alert us before it occurs – enabling the right person, in the right time zone to resolve the problem. At the end of the day, if we’re to provide an internal network experience for our employees that meets expectations, we need a tool like PRTG to be successful.”

Barry Kelly, Systems Engineer
Skyscanner

“I would recommend PRTG because it has helped us significantly improve service uptime by highlighting important alerts that would otherwise result in a system failure or service disruption if action was not taken. Thanks to PRTG, we can ensure that The Ritz London’s network and IT systems are five-star, just like the hotel.”

Richard Isted, IT Manager
The Ritz London

Your 24/7 monitor at a glance – even on the go

Set up PRTG in minutes and use it on almost any mobile device.

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Create innovative solutions with Paessler’s IT partners

Partnering with innovative IT vendors, Paessler unleashes synergies to create
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IT that works constitutes a business-critical basis for a company's success. Availability and security must be defined for the respective purpose and closely monitored – by OT and IT alike.

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Integrating monitoring results from PRTG into NetBrain maps makes the foundation for network automation.

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With ScriptRunner Paessler integrates a powerful event automation platform into PRTG Network Monitor.

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PRTG makes 24/7 monitoring as easy as it gets

Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent overloaded servers, failed backups, traffic spikes, and other issues that may cause unplanned downtime.

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24/7 Monitoring: FAQ

 

What is PRTG 24/7 monitoring?

PRTG is a professional monitoring tool that can keep a close eye on every component that makes up your IT infrastructure in real time, round the clock. Available for on-premises servers or as a cloud-hosted solution, it's capable of monitoring unlimited local, remote, and virtual devices, including AWS, firewalls, CPUs, and even security cameras, so you can prevent potential break-ins. All your critical system data is brought together in one simple, intuitive interface you can access from anywhere: at the office, at home, or on the go.

Why should I monitor my network 24/7?

Monitoring your network 24/7 is essential for several critical reasons:

  • Security threat detection: Cyberattacks, such as hacking, malware infections, and ransomware, can happen at any time. Continuous monitoring allows you to detect suspicious activities like unauthorized access, unusual traffic patterns, or malware before they lead to data breaches or system damage.
  • Minimizing downtime: Network outages or failures can result in significant financial and productivity losses. With 24/7 monitoring, you can identify potential issues (like failing hardware, network congestion, or system overloads) before they escalate.
  • Compliance requirements: Many industries have strict regulations, like GDPR or HIPAA, that mandate constant monitoring to ensure data security and privacy. Failing to comply can result in heavy fines and legal consequences. Continuous monitoring helps maintain compliance by documenting incidents and providing detailed logs for audits.
  • Performance optimization: Real-time monitoring allows you to track network performance metrics, such as bandwidth usage, latency, and packet loss. This enables you to identify bottlenecks, optimize resource allocation, and improve overall efficiency, ensuring smooth operations and a better user experience.
  • Preventing data loss: Unexpected incidents, like hardware failures or cyberattacks, can result in data loss if not caught early. Continuous monitoring helps detect issues quickly, allowing you to take corrective action (e.g., activating backup systems or isolating the problem) to prevent data corruption or loss.
  • Improved incident response: When network issues are detected in real time, your IT team can respond faster. This minimizes the time needed to investigate and resolve problems, making your network more resilient. It also enhances customer service by reducing the time that users are affected by network problems.
How can I monitor my IT infrastructure round clock with PRTG?

PRTG comes in three different flavors, depending on the size of your IT network and requirements:

  • PRTG Network Monitor is easy to use and great for monitoring networks of all shapes and sizes.
  • PRTG Enterprise Monitor is designed for large distributed systems. It's ideal if you have thousands of devices in several different locations.
  • Don't have the know-how to monitor your infrastructure in house? With PRTG Hosted Monitor, you can get on with your core business and leave the monitoring to us.
Which monitoring protocols does PRTG support?

PRTG supports most major monitoring protocols: SNMP, WMI, Windows performance counters, Flow technologies (including NetFlow, sFlow, IPFIX, and jFlow), SSH, SSL/TLS, HTTP and HTTPS, ping, and more.

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.

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.

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Bandwidth, servers, virtual environments, websites, VoIP services – PRTG keeps an eye on your entire network.

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Everyone has different monitoring needs. That’s why we let you try PRTG for free.

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Start monitoring your network 24/7 with PRTG and see how it can make your network more reliable and your job easier.

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Monitoring with PRTG

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