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Cloud Services Monitoring with PRTG

Take your cloud to the next performance level

  • Always know exactly how your cloud integrations are doing
  • Get a centralized view of you cloud and infrastructure monitoring
  • Monitor and optimize all types of cloud environments in one place
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PRTG cloud services monitoring: What you will find on this page

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  • Monitor your cloud services – it’s easier than ever with PRTG
  • What cloud services monitoring looks like in PRTG
  • 4 reasons why PRTG is the cloud services monitoring tool of your choice
  • Preconfigured PRTG sensors for cloud services monitoring
  • Infrastructure, software, or platform: Track different cloud-as-a-services with PRTG
  • Cloud services monitoring: FAQ

PRTG makes cloud services monitoring as easy as it gets

Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent application performance and downtime issues.

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Monitor your cloud services – it’s easier than ever with PRTG

Have cloud-based services also changed the way your company thinks about and implements infrastructure or software development? You’re not alone. The cloud-native way of working and thinking is here to stay. That’s why we’ve developed Paessler PRTG to keep all of your monitoring data in one place. Whether it’s private cloud data, AWS, Microsoft Azure, or others, we’ve got you covered.

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Monitor various cloud computing services

You use different cloud computing services in locations all around the world? With PRTG’s preconfigured Cloud HTTP v2 sensor, you only need one monitoring tool to check service accessibility and keep an eye on your web server locations’ response times from all over the world.

Additionally, the Common SaaS sensor provides the response times of several common SaaS providers, so you can always make decisions based on the latest data.

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Check dedicated Amazon Web Services

Our AWS monitoring keeps you up to date with the latest data from all your AWS accounts, retrieved directly via the Amazon CloudWatch API. This lets you see the most important metrics at a glance and gives you the best possible starting point for decision-making.

PRTG comes with preconfigured AWS sensors out of the box, like the AWS Alarm v2, the AWS Cost sensor, or the AWS EBS v2 and AWS RDS v2 sensors to check the performance of your cloud services.

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Keep a constant eye on Microsoft Azure

You know how important an unobstructed view of your most important data is when you host services in a public cloud like Azure. The Microsoft Azure Virtual Machine or the Microsoft Azure SQL Database sensor, for example, provide you with 24/7 observability of all your cloud applications.

So it’s safe to say: with PRTG Microsoft Azure sensors you can, but don’t have to, configure anything yourself – you can get started right away.

What cloud services monitoring looks like in PRTG

Diagnose network issues by continuously tracking cloud-based services. Show multi-cloud parameters, cloud performance 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 your cloud infrastructure.

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Device tree view of the complete monitoring setup

Preconfigured Microsoft Azure Virtual Machine sensor in PRTG

Preconfigured Microsoft Azure Virtual Machine sensor in PRTG

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

Start monitoring your cloud services 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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“The real beauty of PRTG is the endless possibilities it offers”

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4 reasons why PRTG is the cloud services monitoring tool of your choice

Boost the observability of your cloud resources to new heights with our expert software for monitoring cloud services. Whether you’re tracking VMs, uptime, or cloud-based applications, you have all key performance metrics you need for the optimization of your business processes. And that’s just the start.

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Custom alerts and notifications

What's better than real-time alerts? Customizable real-time alerts you can tailor to your exact needs, of course. Only a certain group of people need to be alerted? Done. Alerts that flag vulnerabilities need to be delivered to different devices? Done.

Because you don't need to have a PC nearby to get alerted. The PRTG apps for iOS and Android keep everyone informed, wherever they are.

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All-in-one monitoring software

While you’re looking for a comprehensive monitoring software that covers everything, you might end up finding one tool for network monitoring, one for website monitoring, and another that watches your cloud operations. But don’t worry, PRTG can handle all of it and so much more.

Reliable hardware monitoring? We’ve got you covered. You also want to integrate your entire OT infrastructure in addition to your IT infrastructure? Then you should definitely check out PRTG.

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Simple installation and setup

Do you want to spend hours setting up your monitoring environment? We don’t. That’s why PRTG has pretty neat automation features which ensure you have PRTG up and running in a matter of minutes.

Thanks to useful out-of-the-box templates and dashboards, as well as the convenient auto-discovery function, your monitoring is set up with just a few clicks.

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Out-of-the-box reports

As monitoring specialists, you have different stakeholders that you have to report to. Nothing new here. That you don’t have to create every report yourself or install an additional module, PRTG not only collects data, but also has a built-in reporting feature.

You will have your data prepared exactly as your stakeholders need it. All your decisions going forward will be based purely on the data you collect.

Explore our preconfigured PRTG sensors for cloud services 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!

AWS Alarm v2

The AWS Alarm v2 sensor monitors the status of an Amazon Web Services (AWS) alarm by reading its data from Amazon CloudWatch via the AWS API. It can show the following:

  • Alarm status
  • Metric on which the alarm is based
AWS Alarm v2
AWS Alarm v2

Cloud HTTP v2

The Cloud HTTP v2 sensor monitors the loading time of a web server via HTTP from different locations worldwide (Asia Pacific: Singapore,  Asia Pacific: Sydney, Europe: Ireland, US East: Northern Virginia,  US West: Northern California) via the PRTG Cloud. It can show the following:

  • Average global loading time
  • Response time of the target server at the location
  • Response code of the target server at the location
  • If the PRTG Cloud query was successful or not
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Cloud HTTP v2

Cloud Ping v2

The Cloud Ping v2 sensor monitors the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) ping times to its parent device from different locations worldwide (Asia Pacific: Singapore,  Asia Pacific: Sydney, Europe: Ireland, US East: Northern Virginia,  US West: Northern California) via the PRTG Cloud. It can show the following:

  • Average global response time
  • Response time of the target server at the location
  • If the PRTG Cloud query was successful or not
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Microsoft Azure SQL Database

The Microsoft Azure SQL Database sensor monitors the metrics of an Azure SQL Database (single database or elastic pool) in a Microsoft Azure subscription. It can show the following:

  • Number of failed connections and deadlocks
  • CPU and data space usage
  • Data I/O and log I/O operations
  • (e)DTUs, used (e)DTUs, and (e)DTU limit
Microsoft Azure SQL Database
Microsoft Azure SQL Database

See the PRTG Manual for a list of all available sensor types.

Find the root cause of the problem with our PRTG cloud services monitoring solution

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

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

compatible with all major vendors, products, and systems

Infrastructure, software, or platform: Track different cloud-as-a-services with PRTG

IaaS

Integrate Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

It’s no secret then when you use cloud computing services like AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud, you produce a lot of data. To stay on top of things and make quick, educated evaluations, you need a comprehensive cloud monitoring tool. That’s where PRTG takes the stage.

It is your single-pane-of-glass, detailed cloud monitoring software. Say goodbye to juggling different tools. With PRTG, you can monitor all your accounts from all IaaS providers in one place.

SaaS

Scan Software as a Service (SaaS)

No matter if they’re in the software department, HR, or the finance department, your specialists need software that is perfectly matched to their tasks if they are going to work at their best. This specialized software is often only offered as SaaS.

Since the software isn’t installed locally on your servers and systems, it’s even more important to keep an eye on things. Count on PRTG’s cloud application monitoring and its quality-of-life features.

PaaS

Perfect Platform as a Service (PaaS)

Developing new applications is becoming increasingly complex. To reach as many end users as possible, you must develop for a lot of different platforms. Cloud providers offer great platform-as-a-service options that make it easier to test various environments and integrations quickly.

However, this can also lead to unexpected issues. With PRTG, you can easily identify and resolve these problems, whether it's a hardware error, a hybrid cloud issue, or something else entirely.

PRTG makes cloud services monitoring as easy as it gets

Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent application performance and downtime issues.

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“With PRTG, we can comprehensively monitor our email services in the cloud, and ensure that – as the team in charge – we are immediately informed in the event of a malfunction and can quickly take actions to fix it. It wasn’t until we started using PRTG that we realized how error-ridden our Microsoft cloud service can be.”

Monitoring expert
Oettinger Davidoff

“As more and more companies start to integrate new systems, they aren’t going to use legacy networks. Instead, clients are implementing more cloud-based solutions with newer programming languages. Being able to closely monitor cloud-based solutions and customize sensors based on clients’ needs is extremely helpful in making sure the process runs and continues to function as smoothly as possible.”

Edgard Concha, Director of Information Systems
Resolvit

“Part of our infrastructure runs with Azure. This information is then sent to PRTG via Powershell. Paessler is a great solution for us. We get alerts sent directly to our phones and if something goes wrong somewhere, we can immediately deal with it. It’s our lifeline. This is why Paessler gives us a sense of security no matter what the time of day.”

Gert-Jan Hiddink, DevOps Engineer
CowManager

Your cloud services monitor at a glance – even on the go

PRTG is set up in a matter of minutes and can be used on a wide variety of mobile devices.

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Paessler is a certified partner in the Amazon Web Services ecosystem, which includes a growing community of software vendors who are building solutions on cloud computing.

What does this mean for you?

  • Easy integration of AWS services and CloudWatch data with PRTG
  • State-of-the-art features for monitoring your cloud environment
  • Expert technical support around your AWS monitoring setup

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Find the root cause of the problem with our PRTG cloud services monitoring solution

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

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Cloud Services Monitoring: FAQ

 

What is cloud services monitoring?

Cloud services monitoring is the process of tracking and analyzing the performance, availability, and health of cloud-based services and infrastructure.

This involves monitoring metrics such as CPU usage, network performance, and resource utilization to ensure optimal operation and to identify potential problems. Effective monitoring helps maintain data integrity and enables proactive management of cloud environments.

Why is monitoring cloud services important?

Monitoring cloud services is essential for maintaining the efficiency and reliability of your cloud infrastructure. It allows you to detect anomalies early, resulting in optimal network performance and resource utilization.

By continuously monitoring metrics such as CPU usage and application response times, businesses can quickly identify the root cause of issues, minimize downtime, and ensure data integrity. This is particularly crucial for DevOps teams, who rely on real-time data to optimize and manage cloud environments.

How does cloud services monitoring enhance network performance?

It is essential for organizations to monitor key metrics in cloud services, including CPU usage, memory utilization, network performance, and storage I/O. Additionally, monitoring tools should track application performance, user activity, and data transfer rates.

By keeping an eye on these metrics, organizations can utilize their resources efficiently. Monitoring these parameters helps in identifying the root cause of issues, to get a swift resolution and maintain the overall system health.

How can cloud services monitoring support DevOps practices?

Monitoring cloud services is an integral part of DevOps practices, as it provides continuous feedback on the performance and health of cloud environments. Monitoring tools offer real-time data on CPU usage, network performance, and resource utilization, which are essential for optimizing deployments and automating workflows.

By identifying potential issues early, monitoring supports the DevOps goal of rapid and reliable software delivery, ensuring that applications run smoothly and efficiently.

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.

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