Paessler PRTG

VoIP troubleshooting with PRTG

Detect and troubleshoot VoIP issues faster and easier with PRTG

  • Ensure your VoIP communications run smoothly and reliably
  • Continuously check the quality of your internet connections
  • Proactively identify potential VoIP errors and weak spots
 

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PRTG makes VoIP troubleshooting as easy as it gets

Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent all kinds of Voice over IP issues.

 

 

4 benefits of using PRTG as your VoIP troubleshooting software

VoIP systems such as IP telephone systems or VoIP services of an external service provider are often plagued by quality issues, including poor to mediocre voice quality and sudden interruptions in calls. Paessler PRTG identifies potential VoIP errors and weak spots so you can fix them at once.

Centrally monitor call quality metrics

VoIP errors can cause annoying static, echoes, sudden dropped calls, and more. These errors are mainly due to packet loss and long latency times, which affect the quality of your connection.

PRTG keeps a constant eye on these parameters, as well as jitter values. It also monitors your Mean Opinion Score (MOS) so you can evaluate the overall voice quality of your calls.

Identify and remove errors quickly

IP calls can bug for many reasons. Your VoIP gateway may be improperly configured, your SIP provider may be skimping on bandwidth, or users may not be familiar with how VoIP calls work.

PRTG helps you keep track of all these issues round the clock so you can spot and fix VoIP-related errors quickly, even before end users notice.

Get alerted fast with VoIP monitoring

PRTG immediately sounds the alarm based on preset thresholds if errors or malfunctions crop up in your VoIP call quality, and alerts you by SMS, email, push notification, or other methods.

Our VoIP monitoring software reveals the cause of the problem, allowing you to troubleshoot faster, eliminate errors, and avoid costly VoIP downtime.

Wide compatibility with manufacturers

As an all-in-one network monitoring tool, PRTG supports the most popular network device manufacturers out of the box, including Cisco, Dell, HPE, or Lenovo.

Use, for example, PRTG’s preconfigured sensors for monitoring Cisco routers and switches, which let you keep a close eye on Cisco’s IP SLA or Class Based Quality of Service (CBQoS) values.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What VoIP troubleshooting looks like in PRTG

Diagnose network issues by continuously tracking VoIP performance. Show bandwidth usage, latency, jitter, packet loss, the MOS score, and other key performance metrics in real time. Visualize monitoring data in clear graphs and dashboards to identify problems more easily. Gain the overview you need to troubleshoot VoIP quality and all kinds of other network quality issues.

 

Start troubleshooting Voice over IP with PRTG and see how it can make your network more reliable and your job easier.


 

 

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Speed up VoIP troubleshooting: Why PRTG

End-to-end VoIP insights

Get a comprehensive overview of your network performance, including detailed metrics on VoIP traffic. This way, you can quickly identify any issues that may arise and optimize your VoIP network on the fly.

Easy setup and integration

Get your VoIP monitoring tool up and running quickly with PRTG's user-friendly setup. VoIP metrics can be seamlessly integrated into your existing IT infrastructure for an efficient monitoring experience.

Highly customizable to suit

Tailor your monitoring solution to fit the unique needs of your organization. PRTG’s flexible configuration options let you customize alerts, sensors, reports, and dashboards ensuring that you're always in control.

Premium technical support

Enjoy PRTG’s industry-leading support by monitoring experts. Trust in a monitoring system that's there for you and makes sure your VoIP communications are always at their best.

 

Find the root cause of the problem with our PRTG VoIP troubleshooting solution

Real-time notifications mean faster troubleshooting so that you can act before more serious issues occur.

 

 

PRTG is compatible with all major vendors, products, and systems


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Explore our preconfigured PRTG sensors for VoIP troubleshooting

PRTG comes with more than 250 native sensor types for monitoring your entire on-premises, cloud, and hybrid cloud environment out of the box. Check out some examples below!

 
 

QoS (Quality of Service) One Way

The QoS (Quality of Service) One Way sensor monitors parameters regarding the quality of a network connection between two probes. It can show the following:

  • Average, minimum, and maximum jitter
  • Average, minimum, and maximum packet delay variation
  • Corrupted, duplicated, lost, and out-of-sequence packets
  • Time to the last packet

QoS (Quality of Service) Round Trip

The QoS (Quality of Service) Round Trip sensor monitors parameters regarding the quality of a network connection between two probes. It can show the following:

  • Average, minimum, and maximum jitter
  • Average, minimum, and maximum packet delay variation
  • Average, minimum, and maximum round trip time (RTT)
  • Corrupted, duplicated, lost, and out-of-sequence packets
  • The MOS

SIP Options Ping

The SIP Options Ping sensor monitors the connectivity to a Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) server using SIP options "ping". The sensor sends auth and options requests to the SIP server. It can show the following:

  • Response code
  • Response time

Cisco IP SLA

The Cisco IP SLA sensor monitors Voice over IP (VoIP) network parameters using IP service level agreements (SLA) from Cisco. It can show the following:

  • Average jitter
  • Average, minimum, and maximum latency and RTT (round-trip time)
  • The ICPIF
  • The MOS
  • Number of lost, out-of-sequence, and late packets

SNMP Cisco CBQoS

The SNMP Cisco CBQoS sensor monitors network parameters using Cisco's Class Based Quality of Service (CBQoS). It can show the following:

  • Current and maximum queue depth
  • Number of drop packets (without buffer)
  • Drop size
  • Pre-policy and post-policy size

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PRTG makes VoIP troubleshooting as easy as it gets

Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent all kinds of Voice over IP issues.

 

 

Your VoIP troubleshooting software at a glance – even on the go

Set up PRTG in minutes and use it on almost any mobile device.

 

PRTG comes with all the features you need, plus more your IT infrastructure won't want to live without.

 

 

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Create innovative solutions with Paessler’s partners

Partnering with innovative vendors, Paessler unleashes synergies to create
new and additional benefits for joined customers.

NetBrain

Integrating monitoring results from PRTG into NetBrain maps makes the foundation for network automation.

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Rittal

IT that works constitutes a business-critical basis for a company's success. Availability and security must be defined for the respective purpose and closely monitored – by OT and IT alike.

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ScriptRunner

With ScriptRunner, Paessler integrates a powerful event automation platform into PRTG Network Monitor.

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“Excellent tool for detailed monitoring. Alarms and notifications work greatly. Equipment addition is straight forward and server initial setup is very easy. ...feel safe to purchase it if you intend to monitor a large networking landscape.”

Infrastructure and Operations Engineer in the Communications Industry, firm size 10B - 30B USD

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Find the root cause of the problem with our PRTG VoIP troubleshooting solution

Real-time notifications mean faster troubleshooting so that you can act before more serious issues occur.

 

 

VoIP troubleshooting: FAQ

 

What is VoIP?

VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol, is a technology that allows people to make voice calls using an internet connection instead of a traditional phone line. It converts your voice into digital signals, transmits them over the internet, and then reconverts them into sound on the other end of the call. This method is typically more cost-effective than traditional phone services, especially for long-distance or international calls.

What are some common VoIP connection issues that require troubleshooting?

VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) connections can experience a variety of issues that affect call quality, reliability, or the ability to connect. Some common VoIP connection issues that often require troubleshooting include:

  • Poor call quality like choppy audio, echoes, or delays
  • Calls that suddenly drop or disconnect
  • One party can hear the other, but the reverse is not true
  • VoIP phone shows no dial tone or cannot make/receive calls
  • Hearing an echo of your own voice during the call
  • Long pauses between when someone speaks and the other person hears them
  • VoIP phone doesn't turn on, freezes, or frequently reboots

How do I troubleshoot VoIP?

Depending on the issue you have with VoIP, you can take different measures to troubleshoot your VoIP system. Here are some examples:

Poor call quality

  • Ensure sufficient bandwidth (especially if multiple devices are sharing the network)
  • Prioritize VoIP traffic using Quality of Service (QoS) settings on the router
  • Use a wired connection instead of Wi-Fi for better stability
  • Test for packet loss or jitter using network analysis tools

Dropped calls

  • Check for internet connection issues or switch to a more stable network
  • Update router firmware and check router settings for VoIP traffic prioritization
  • Check if the VoIP provider is experiencing an outage

Echo

  • Use a headset instead of speakers to reduce acoustic echo
  • Test for high latency on the network, which may be contributing to the echo
  • Ensure the audio devices on both ends are properly configured and not causing feedback

Inability to make or receive calls

  • Restart the VoIP device and router to reset the connection
  • Ensure that the device is properly configured with the correct SIP server settings
  • Check DNS settings and ensure that VoIP traffic is not being blocked by the firewall

How can I diagnose and fix call quality issues in my VoIP system?

Use VoIP monitoring tools like Paessler PRTG to keep an eye on different parameters that can affect network quality, for example:

  • Test your internet connection to check your upload and download speeds
  • Check for bandwidth usage of other devices that can affect VoIP calls
  • Monitor jitter, latency packet loss, and MOS in your network
  • Check router and firewall settings that might block VoIP traffic, including NAT rules or closed ports
  • Test for overall network congestions

What is a sensor in PRTG?

In PRTG, “sensors” are the basic monitoring elements. One sensor usually monitors one measured value in your network, for example the traffic of a switch port, the CPU load of a server, or the free space on a disk drive.

On average, you need about 5-10 sensors per device or one sensor per switch port.

 

PRTG the multi-tool

PRTG: The multi-tool for sysadmins

Adapt PRTG individually and dynamically to your needs and rely on a strong API:

  • HTTP API: Access monitoring data and manipulate monitoring objects via HTTP requests
  • Custom sensors: Create your own PRTG sensors for customized monitoring
  • Custom notifications: Create your own notifications and send action triggers to external systems
  • REST Custom sensor: Monitor almost everything that provides data in XML or JSON format

 

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Network Monitoring Software - Version 24.3.100.1361 (September 25th, 2024)

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