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Engineer's Toolset

by SolarWinds · Since 1999
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ActiveAvailable globallyCloudOn-premise
Quick facts
VendorSolarWinds
Year launched1999
StatusActive
Location7171 Southwest Parkway Bldg 400 Austin, Texas 78735
Countries servedGlobal
Languages8
Integrations
Free tier
Free trialYES
Contact salesYES

About Engineer's Toolset

Engineer’s Toolset is a network management software from SolarWinds that helps network engineers troubleshoot issues before users are affected. It combines over 60 tools, including network diagnostics, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting utilities so that engineers can identify and resolve problems efficiently. Users can download a 14-day trial to explore the full suite of tools available. The software provides features like IP address management and network stress testing to facilitate better network maintenance. Key capabilities: network monitoring diagnostics tools IP address management performance analysis troubleshooting utilities Best for: network engineers that need to maintain and troubleshoot network infrastructure effectively.

SolarWinds Engineer’s Toolset is a comprehensive suite of over 60 network management and troubleshooting tools designed to help network engineers and IT professionals manage, monitor, and optimize their networks. Its primary purpose is to provide a robust set of tools for diagnosing and resolving network issues quickly and efficiently. Key features include automated network discovery, real-time monitoring and alerting, powerful diagnostic capabilities, and enhanced network security. The user interface of Engineer’s Toolset is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly. The dashboard is well-organized, with a clean layout that makes it easy to navigate through the various tools and features. Each tool is accessible from a central location, allowing users to quickly find and use the tools they need. Unique design elements, such as customizable workspaces and real-time data visualization, enhance the overall user experience. The interface is designed to be accessible even to those who may not be highly technical, ensuring that users can easily configure and manage their network settings. In terms of functionality, Engineer’s Toolset offers a wide range of features that set it apart from its competitors.

Pros & Cons

What users like
  • +Comprehensive Toolset: Provides a broad range of utilities for network monitoring, management, and troubleshooting in one package.
  • +Ease of Use: Intuitive interface and user-friendly design make it accessible to both novice and experienced network administrators.
  • +Customization: Offers customizable alerts and reporting to meet specific network management needs.
  • +Integration: Seamlessly integrates with other SolarWinds products and third-party tools for a unified network management experience.
What users flag
  • Complexity: The wide range of features might be overwhelming for users who need only specific functionalities.
  • Resource Intensive: Some users may find that the software requires significant system resources, especially in large-scale deployments.

Features

Key features

· Automated network discovery
Automatically discovers and maps network devices.
· Real-time monitoring and alerting
Monitors network performance and alerts you to potential issues in real-time.
· Powerful diagnostic capabilities
Provides a variety of tools to diagnose network problems.
· Enhanced network security
Offers tools to help you improve network security.
· Integration with SolarWinds Hybrid Cloud Observability
Integrates with other SolarWinds products for a comprehensive network management solution.

Additional features

WAN Killer Traffic Generator
Simulates network traffic to stress test your network and identify bottlenecks.
Ping Sweep
Quickly identifies active devices on your network by sending ICMP echo requests.
TraceRoute Tool
Tracks the path taken by packets across your network to diagnose connectivity issues.
Response Time Monitor
Measures the time it takes for a packet to travel from one device to another, helping you identify latency issues.
Bandwidth Gauge
Monitors the amount of data flowing through your network connections to ensure adequate bandwidth.
SNMP MIB Browser
Allows you to browse and manage the Simple Network Management Protocol Management Information Base (MIB) of your network devices.
Subnet Calculator
Helps you calculate subnet masks and IP addresses for your network.
MAC Address Scanner
Discovers devices on your network by their MAC addresses.
IP Address and DHCP Scope Monitoring
Monitors the allocation and usage of IP addresses on your network.
Switch Port Mapper
Maps switch ports to devices on your network.
Config Editor/Viewer
Edits and views the configurations of your network devices.
Config Compare
Compares the configurations of different network devices to identify discrepancies.
MIB Walk
Retrieves information from a network device's MIB.
Router Password Decryption
Decrypts router passwords for troubleshooting purposes.
Wake-on-LAN
Powers on a computer remotely.
DNS Name Resolution
Resolves domain names to IP addresses.
Spam Blacklist Check
Checks if an IP address is blacklisted.
Open Port Scanner
Identifies open ports on a network device.

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
8
Interface languages
10
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Interface languages

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