Automatically Discovers and Diagrams the Network Topology

LANsurveyor automatically discovers every device on the network, including routers, switches, wireless APs, VoIP phones, desktops, servers, and printers. LANsurveyor uses industry-standard identification and discovery methods (ping/ICMP, SNMP, SIP, NetBIOS and more) to scan IP address ranges and find nodes. Once network nodes are discovered, LANsurveyor compiles the information into a cohesive, easy-to-view network map with node icons and colored lines representing network connectivity speed.

LANsurveyor Integration with Orion - Brief Video Demonstration

Generates Network Maps in Microsoft Office Visio

After LANsurveyor has discovered the network and produced the network map, this network diagram can be exported into Visio with two mouse clicks. Exporting LANsurveyor maps into Visio format automatically populates Visio SmartShapes with network discovery data — a huge timesaver!

Automatically Detects New Devices and Changes to Network Topology

LANsurveyor’s unique continuous scan feature monitors the network for new devices, changes and unknown systems. When unknown and rogue systems are identified, LANsurveyor alerts IT personnel and/or third-party software applications that a change has been detected and optionally disables network access for the device. Additionally, LANsurveyor documents network changes for regulatory compliance.

Performs Inventory Management of Hardware and Software Assets

LANsurveyor quickly and easily compiles complete documentation of all devices on the network. Adding optional Responder Clients enables LANsurveyor to deliver detailed inventory and system data, such as application programs, OS versions, CPU utilization, RAM, disk volume capacity, and available disk space. By automating software and hardware inventory reports, LANsurveyor delivers time and cost savings, ensures licensing compliance and enables IT personnel to plan effectively for system upgrades and modifications.

Directly Addresses PCI Compliance and Other Regulations

LANsurveyor directly addresses PCI DSS requirement 1.1.2 for maintaining a network diagram of all connections to cardholder data and keeping the network diagram current. Additionally, Sarbanes-Oxley, GLBA, HIPAA, US FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and other regulations require preventive and detective controls. LANsurveyor provides these controls automatically by mapping the network, alerting IT to changes on the network, and enforcing network access control by optionally blocking unknown devices.

Creates a Network Topology Database

LANsurveyor collects and stores all software and hardware device information in a database, providing a trusted source of inventory and asset tracking for enterprise configuration management database (CMDB) strategies. LANsurveyor automatically keeps this data current, providing IT personnel with an always-accurate representation of the network for visibility and compliance requirements.

Performs Multi-level Discovery

LANsurveyor leverages multiple discovery methods to provide an integrated OSI Layer 2 and Layer 3 topology map that can include:

• • IP address
• • MAC address
• • Last logged-in user (requires Responder Clients)
• • DNS name
• • Node name
• • Switch port connection

This multi-level discovery of network infrastructure data provides network engineers with easy access to significant time-saving features, including:

• • Automated representation of topology at 3 levels:
  • • Level 1 shows routers and subnets
  • • Level 2 adds managed switches and hubs
  • • Level 3 includes end nodes (which can be filtered by type or group to further refine layouts)
• • Quick reports for any or all nodes
• • Switch and hub port reports
• • Microsoft Office Visio exports

LANsurveyor Responder Clients

LANsurveyor Responder Clients greatly enhance the functionality of LANsurveyor by providing device inventory and direct access to networked computers. Responder Clients enable LANsurveyor to provide complete hardware and software asset reports, distribute software, and directly manage the client computers, either individually or as a group.