[esark33]

Hi,

Is there an easy way to monitor bandwidth usage of individual PCs from a centralized location like the server or router interface? I’m trying to see who is hogging up bandwidth with streaming music, without actually asking around. We have a Sonicwall router on Win 2000 Server.

Thanks,
Ed

 

[Wand3r3r]

Re: measure bandwidth of PCs from centralized location

the sonicwall should have logs that tell you where people are going which might give you specifics to look at.

 

[esark33]

Re: measure bandwidth of PCs from centralized location

Thanks Wand3r3r, although I'm looking at the logs and don't see anything resembling sites. Is there a specific log I should be looking at?

There's something in the log menu called ViewPoint which requires an upgrade license:

"SonicWALL ViewPoint is a software solution that creates dynamic, Web-based reports of network activity. SonicWALL ViewPoint generates both real-time and historical reports to provide a complete view of all activity through your SonicWALL Internet Security Appliance. With SonicWALL ViewPoint, you are able to monitor network access, enhance network security and anticipate future bandwidth needs."

 

[Justin79]

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[esark33]

Re: measure bandwidth of PCs from centralized location

the sonicwall should have logs that tell you where people are going which might give you specifics to look at.

Thanks, yeah I was actually looking in the right place (Logs > Reports) but they weren't working properly. I had to Stop and Start the service.

Ed