Sniffer Pro Network Optimization & Troubleshooting Handbook introduces the reader to the suite of Sniffer Solutions from Network Associates and focuses mainly on Sniffer Pro LAN Network Analyzer. This book will begin with a description of the basic features of Sniffer Pro LAN and then move readers through the tips and tools available for gathering data, analyzing, troubleshooting, resolving, and securing problems on their networks. There are many titles devoted to the analysis and troubleshooting of computer networks; however, there is no other book that offers complete coverage of Sniffer.

• Understand Network Analysis
  See how network analysis can be used to estimate the capacity of an existing network, look at performance characteristics, and plan for future applications and upgrades.
• Install and Configure Sniffer Pro
  Create customized installations of Sniffer Pro for various applications and develop methods of remotely accessing a portable Sniffer Pro system.
• Explore the Sniffer Pro Interface
  Learn the details of the Sniffer Pro Dashboard and its menus and toolbars.
• Capture and Analyze NetWare, Microsoft, and AppleTalk Traffic
  Learn how to position the Sniffer Pro Analyzer to capture the traffic you need.
• SCP Exam Resource
  Review the objectives for the Sniffer Certified Professional (SCP) Exam, get pointers from SCPs, and receive access to an additional self-assessment exam online.
• Save and Use Captures
  See how you can capture traffic on all key segments of your network using Sniffer Distributed agents and see how to do both manual and automatic saving.
• Use Sniffer Pro to Troubleshoot a Slow Network
  Review the topics that can result in slow network performance, including collision detection and collision domains.
• Use the Predefined Sniffer Pro Filters
• Use predefined filters to satisfy essential filtering needs, such as filtering based on Layer 3 protocol type (AppleTalk, IPX, NetBEUI) or on a network application (IP/FTP and HTTP, IP/Telnet, and IP/whois).
• Using Sniffer Pro to Find Holes in Your Network
• Learn to watch for viruses such as Code Red, Code Red II, Nimda, and other viruses and worms that make use of overflow vulnerability.
• Configure and Use Triggers
  Use triggers to automate Sniffer Pro's capture operations when left unattended.
• Register for Your 1 Year Upgrade
  The Syngress Solutions upgrade plan protects you from content obsolescence and provides monthly mailings, whitepapers, and more!

Contents

1. Introduction to Sniffer Pro
2. Installing Sniffer Pro
3. Exploring The Sniffer Pro Interface
4. Configuring Sniffer Pro to Monitor Network Applications
5. Using Sniffer Pro to Monitor the Performance of a Network
6. Capturing Network Data for Analysis
7. Analyzing Network Issues
8. Using filters
9. Understanding and using Triggers & Alarms
10. Reporting
11. Detecting and performing Security Breaches with Sniffer Pro
12. Troubleshooting Traffic for Network Optimization