Техническая Спецификация для Cisco Cisco Network Assistant Version 3.0
Data Sheet
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Cisco Network Assistant
Cisco
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Network Assistant is a network management application, available for OS X and Windows,
optimized for wired and wireless LANs for growing businesses that have 40 or fewer switches and routers.
By using Cisco Smartports technology, Cisco Network Assistant simplifies configuration, deployment, and
ongoing management and maintenance of Cisco Systems
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networks. The application provides a
centralized network view through a user-friendly GUI. The program allows network administrators to easily
apply common services, generate inventory reports, synchronize passwords, and employ features across
Cisco switches, routers, and access points. Cisco Network Assistant is available at no cost and can
be downloaded from:
New in Cisco Network Assistant Release 5.6
Cisco Network Assistant 5.6 now employs an optional call home feature to help Cisco better understand in-use
hardware and software features. Participating will enable customers to participate in future early field trials, and
betas of exciting new Cisco software geared at making the operator’s management of network hardware much
easier.
New in Cisco Network Assistant Release 5.4
Cisco Network Assistant 5.4 provides a straightforward way to configure Cisco Integrated Security Features (CISF).
Dynamic ARP Inspection, DHCP Snooping, and IP Source Guard can be configured on Catalyst 4500 and Catalyst
4900 devices.
New in Cisco Network Assistant Release 5.0
Topology View Enhancements
Increased Device Limits
Cisco Network Assistant now supports up to 40 devices, including any combination of supported switches and
routers. The number of supported access points and IP phones is determined by the type and number of devices in
the network.
Tree View
Devices can now be accessed from the tree view when working in the topology view. When users click a device icon
in the tree view, it pops up in the topology view. All functions available by right clicking in the topology view are also
available in the tree view.
Zoom
With the increase of devices in the topology view, users can enlarge the view of a specific segment of the topology -
such as phones, routers, or a subnet. Zoom is accessible from the keyboard or the combo box located on the menu
bar.
Enhanced Discovery
Discovery is now enhanced to allow for more control when discovering devices in the network. It is now possible to
discover devices by entering a seed IP, range IP, subnet IP, or single IP address. This feature provides more
flexibility and time savings when designing the topology.