Problem 1: I have a couple of sites, one with 30 users, another with 500 users. The switches are unmanaged. Occasionally, someone won't be able to log in or they will loose a network printer. I suspect one or more PCs are soaking up the bandwidth.
Problem 2: I work with a local ISP. He has his system subnetted BUT there are still folks who find a 'free' IP and use it. When the owner of the IP fires up his system, he can't connect. Also, as above, he has seen the 'steady state' bandwidth increase but can't identify the users. He has CISCO switches and I would have though they would have the tools to identify the user consumption. Apparently not. Is there a tool for monitoring who is using the bandwidth and with what MAC? I've used Ethereal but it generates way too much detail. I would like to load up a notebook and a hub and stick it between the server and the rest of the network or between the Internet firewall and the network. Ideas? Thoughts? Thanks in advance. Gregory Wood Farsight Voice Data Solutions 1219 W University Blvd. Odessa TX 79764 Voice: 432-335-0879 x234
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