PRTG keeps an eye on
all your virtual servers

Clustering

Upon virtualizing your servers, you have the possibility of merging them into clusters. If one server is down, then another computer in the cluster will automatically take over the virtual machines and applications. By consistently avoiding single points of failure, you’ll improve the availability of your servers.

Intelligent load distribution

Clusters are also used to intelligently distribute the network load to several different machines. This is especially important for environments with high performance requirements.

Easy-to-read display

Reliable network monitoring software is important for ensuring the proper functioning of dynamic memory allocation. PRTG collects and analyzes all vital network data, then displays this data in easy-to-read charts and graphs. As a result, you get a crystal-clear overview of all your network’s activities. Along with important data regarding your virtual environment, you'll get information on bandwidth, traffic, and individual devices such as routers, switches, and printers.

Automatic notifications

If a virtual server in a cluster goes down, PRTG will send you an alert message at once. You can then take all the necessary steps to prevent more serious problems from arising.

Comprehensive overview

Which virtual machines are running on which computers? How much memory is being used? What is the data transmission rate? PRTG will answer these questions and many more regarding your virtual servers. PRTG lets you create your own custom dashboards, which will allow you to see at a quick glance if your virtual servers are running as planned.

Detailed statistics

Along with a quick overview, PRTG offers a number of possibilities for taking a closer look. Extensive statistics are available for each measured value. You can, for example, view the average CPU load of the host or the amount of downtime that has occurred during the current year.

Upon request, PRTG will automatically send reports to your colleagues or superiors.

Straightforward capacity planning

PRTG simplifies the capacity planning process. With your virtual server monitor, you can promptly determine if the network’s capacity needs to be increased. You’ll immediately see if your hardware is overloaded and can react quickly – before an overload leads to poor server performance or errors. The charts of PRTG are extremely easy to read, and therefore perfect for convincing higher-ups (who often lack technical know-how) that it’s a good time to upgrade the network. Conclusive data and statistics eliminate the need for long and nerve-racking discussions. 

Prompt error notifications

Your virtual servers are the backbone of your IT infrastructure. Malfunctions can not only paralyze business processes, but also lead to losses in sales. For each measurement point, PRTG lets you define a threshold value which, when reached, will immediately trigger an alarm. You can choose to be alerted by email, SMS, or push notification. Thanks to the PRTG alarm system, you’ll usually have time to intervene before errors occur and your coworkers start lining up outside your door. With the PRTG Server Monitoring Tool, you’ll keep downtime to a minimum.

Citrix XenServer Virtual Machine Sensor

This sensor monitors a virtual machine on a Citrix XenServer. It displays CPU and memory usage, the read and write speeds of hard drives, and the network transmission rate of an individual virtual machine.

VMware Host Hardware Sensor (WBEM)

The PRTG VMware Host Hardware Sensor can monitor the performance of ESX/ESXi. It displays the temperature, current power consumption, fan speed, battery voltage, and health status of the host server.

Hyper-V Network Adapter Sensor

The Hyper-V Network Adapter Sensor uses WMI or Windows performance counters to monitor virtual network adapters running on a Microsoft Hyper-V server.

Click here for a full list of all PRTG virtual server sensors