NETSCOUT Signal Splitter - Network (RJ-45) - Rack Mount

The NETSCOUT® TAP family provides network monitoring devices with full and reliable access to network traffic. With the versatility of offering multiple options for link types and speeds, NETSCOUT TAPs can be placed on any strategic network link for comprehensive, always-on monitoring of the IT infrastructure

A NETSCOUT TAP provides transparent access to network traffic. The TAP is invisible to devices on both ends of the link causing no disruption to data flows or protocol transactions - down to the lowest link-level control protocols

NETSCOUT TAPs provide monitoring devices with an exact view of all packets on the monitored link, thereby enabling accurate packet analysis and capture. Compared to the use of a network device's traffic mirroring capabilities, a NETSCOUT TAP avoids any potential limitations in the device's architecture that might cause packet header loss/alteration or packet loss under heavy load.

Finally, NETSCOUT TAPs provide the most accurate view of application transaction times since there is minimal latency or latency variation added that might be introduced by a network device's mirroring process. This improves the accuracy of performance evaluation and modeling.

Conserves Switch and Router Ports NETSCOUT TAPs allow the systems architect to devote network device ports to actual service usage, thereby extending the longevity of network devices at a given location and simplifying capacity planning for future growth