What if network maps were not just a graphical representation of physical connectivity on a network? A map in our NetFlow and sFlow Analyser is more than just a map:
- You can view the utilization of every NetFlow exporting interface on your map.
- Links on the map are clickable. This brings up a report on traffic information for that particular connection. Information including, utilization, protocols, applications, etc, the entire scrutinizer report arsenal is available.
- Connections change color based on definable utilization thresholds.
- Google Maps can be used as a background, allowing for large scale network map based on longitude and latitude.
- Device Icons change color based on the device status.
- You can create links to other map applications (e.g. flash maps with Visio backgrounds, WhatsUp Gold, etc).
Quick guide to creating Maps in scrutinizer
New map: From the scrutinizer web interface click on map or if you already are on the Maps tab, click on Creating a group (Map) and name your Flash or Google Map
Add devices: After naming your map a window looking like the following image will pop up. This window allows you to add devices to the map. Simply select from the red box and click add to add a device to the map. The green box will contain members of your newly created map or group.
Add other objects: You can also add other objects representing, work stations, the world wide web, a data center, etc. From the menu click “object” then “new object“.
Add connections: After objects are added to the map or group, click “connections” to add connections. Note that these connections also indicate the direction of traffic.
Putting things in the right place: Whenever you are viewing a map (Map tab -> mymap), to switch to edit mode right click on an empty space of the map, then click “Edit Mode”
Map Example:

Once things look the way you want them, click save and your network map is ready for use. I hope you enjoyed this blog. Please feel free to contact me with question at 207 324 8805.