HP 8000M - Manual (Page 20)

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Advantages of Using HP TopTools for Hubs & Switches
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Advantages of Using HP TopTools for
Hubs & Switches
You can operate HP TopTools from a PC on the network to monitor traffic,
manage your hubs and switches, and proactively recommend network
changes to increase network uptime and optimize performance. Easy to install
and use, HP TopTools for Hubs & Switches is the answer to your management
challenges.
Figure 1-3. Example of HP TopTools Main Screen
HP TopTools for Hubs& Switches has three main sections: Network Devices,
Network Traffic, and Network Growth:
Network Devices
■ Enables fast installation of hubs and switches.
■ Quickly finds and notifies you of the location of problems, saving valuable
time.
■ Notifies you when HP hubs use “self-healing” features to fix or limit
common network problems.