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Version 14.0.3

Fixes18
Features65

Release notes / All versions / 14.0.3

NetCrunch 14.0.3

65 new 18 fixed

New features and improvements 65

  • New150+ New MIBs Precompiled
  • New2000+ new symbols Expand your visualization options with a fresh library of Azure, AWS, Google, and VMware symbols.
  • New3,000+ new icons Choose from a vast selection of icons with distinct styles (solid, regular, light, thin) and 7 background shapes.
  • NewAbility to add caption to icons, symbols, shapes & pictures and defined the caption position and background
  • NewAdd multiple graphs at once Ability to add multiple charts with few clicks for enhanced data visualization.
  • NewAdd multiple nodes in Graphical Data Views Easily add multiple nodes at once in Graphical Data views.
  • NewAtlas View creation simplified Build custom Atlas Views effortlessly with the new wizard, including a quick mode option (ctrl+click).
  • NewAuto zoom option in Graphical Data View Maintain a consistent view by preventing automatic zooming in panels.
  • NewAutomatic data format detection In sensors that need parsing external data (i.e., HTTP REST), NetCrunch can intelligently identify data formats for seamless sensor setup.
  • NewConnection line flow animation Connection lines now have new animations.
  • NewCustomizable node status policy Define your own conditions for node status changes, ensuring accurate reflection of network health.
  • NewCustomize rectangles Each corner can be individually rounded.
  • NewData Receiver replaces Generic Agent and the protocol now allows the removal of the counter value
  • NewDesktop Console Significant performance Improvements
  • NewDetailed interface view Visualize VLAN and port mapping information directly in any Node Group view.
  • NewDisable Monitoring operation has two modes now Suspend mode - for short pauses without closing alerts or deactivate mode for decommissioning or more extended monitoring breaks with closing active alerts.
  • NewEnd-of-Life monitoring Stay informed about approaching device end-of-life dates for Windows and ESXi systems.
  • NewEnhanced gauge widget with graph You can combine gauges and graph elements for richer visualizations.
  • NewExpanded activity log coverage for configuration changes Now, activity log records include updates for alerting scripts, backup configuration, rediscovery, email server settings, GSM configuration, NC service auto-restarts, probe configuration, HTTP proxy settings, connection profiles, and node state policy profile changes, providing comprehensive oversight of system modifications.
  • NewExpanded VMware monitoring Trigger alerts on VM flag changes, monitor alarms by default
  • NewExport node grid views Share valuable data insights by exporting node grid views to CSV format.
  • NewGauge & bar widget enhancements Display threshold ranges, notify state change with flash animation.
  • NewGeographic location integration Add nodes locations and visualize them on Google Maps for intuitive network insights.
  • NewGraphical Data Views editor improvements Copy & paste for data source. Copy for series. Ability to select all connected elements.
  • NewGrid view updates Enjoy updated grid views with more filterable fields and multi-value filtering capabilities.
  • NewImproved search Find what you need faster with better search result ranking.
  • NewInvert pictures for dark theme Pictures have options to be automatically inverted for dark theme (smart inversion with color preservation)
  • NewLight and dark theme options for Graphical Data displays Themed color palette enhances aesthetics and consistency across views. New views are now themed by default, providing a cohesive visual presentation out of the box.
  • NewLink widget status reference to another widget Ability to set a status reference to another widget for streamlined monitoring and data visualization
  • NewMAC address enhancements View the NIC producer name when displaying MAC addresses for additional context.
  • NewManage user profile in Web Console Manage your user profile and settings directly within the web console.
  • NewMap tab is back Node group views can have maps now - these views always include all node icons from the view.
  • NewMore conscious alert actions Enabling alert restriction now requires deliberate confirmation.
  • NewMultiple Graphc improvements in Graphical Data Views - Enjoy enhancements like hiding axes, setting min/max values, per-series scaling, unit per-series conversion, tooltip grouping, negating series, zero-based, or auto zoom Y.
  • NewNew Bandwidth sensor Accurately track and analyze network bandwidth usage.
  • NewNew bar widget options allows utilize stripes and thick bar styles.
  • NewNew connection line types Add visual interest with zigzag, spring, and slanted lines.
  • NewNew Graphical Data View Types Geo maps featuring geographic contour maps and coordinate-based point location alongside 150+ geographic maps with country and region data. Additionally, maps are now easily positionable and scalable within the viewport.
  • NewNode Alert History Enhancements View 100 recent alerts by default for quicker troubleshooting and filter by a sensor or monitoring pack.
  • NewNode settings wizard improvements Indicate the best way to monitor the node in a few steps.
  • NewNodes tab default view changed to "Health & Status"
  • NewNotes moved to node status window Access your notes conveniently within the node status window.
  • NewPhysical segments and interface monitoring via probes Gain visibility into physical network segments and interfaces directly through probes.
  • NewPicture management Organize pictures in folders (document, shared, public)
  • NewPrint & save as PDF Share your visualizations by printing or saving them as PDF files.
  • NewProgram Wide Dark Mode Support Enjoy a sleek, eye-friendly dark theme across the platform, including dashboards and diagrams.
  • NewRedesigned node status window The improved Node Status Window gives a more comprehensive overview of node health.
  • NewRescan the functionality is back.
  • NewResizable widgets Widgets that were previously only scalable can now be resized.
  • NewRevamped setting windows make program setup easier
  • NewSave trend viewer options Options are now stored in the user profile for enhanced customization.
  • NewSearch for any connected device In a top search, you can find where any device is connected by searching by MAC address even if it's not in the Atlas.
  • NewSecurity Update to NodeJs 20.11.1
  • NewSensor data is always available Access stored data (configuration, software) for sensors even if the node is down.
  • NewSensor duplication Create multiple sensors with ease by duplication and changing parameters that differ.
  • NewShape, icon, symbol, and picture actions Link them to other atlas views or web pages.
  • NewShapes and icons enhancements Utilize default style with predefined colors for different states, enhancing visual clarity and consistency.
  • NewStreamlined node monitoring settings and properties Manage your monitoring settings with greater ease thanks to intuitive improvements.
  • NewTest button for OS monitor setup Test any Windows, Linux, macOS, BSD, or Solaris monitor within its configuration window.
  • NewTrend viewer with advanced features Weakly heatmap chart for spotting trends over time. Delta bars for visualizing ongoing changes in trends. Percentile lines (99.9, 95, 90) for identifying statistical outliers.
  • NewUpdated config sensor profiles Monitor a broader range of devices with 48 updated and 19 new configuration profiles.
  • NewValue panel widget new options Add the ability to display graphs and set the color for value or the background.
  • NewValue, gauge & bar widget change indicators Widgets allow us to visualize the direction of the change with arrows.
  • NewWeb page sensor refinement Exclude specific resources from web page monitoring, focusing on critical elements.
  • NewWidget size uniform - make the size of multiple widgets uniform with one click.

Fixes 18

  • Major"Win32 Error: Access is denied" in WMI sensors on NC server node operating in a workgroup. [MP0015]
  • MajorAdded timeout option for Hyper-V sensor to address random timeout errors on monitoring engines. [RM0025]
  • MajorAdjusted "Access" permission for web access to prevent disabling monitoring on a node. [RM0009]
  • MajorCloud connection Issue for AD-linked users via web access. [RM0012]
  • MajorConnectivity issue with probes in language versions. [MP0002]
  • MajorDevice config - Fortinet FortiGate error
  • MajorDevice config sensor issue on Extreme Network switches. [RM0011]
  • MajorEmail notification subject now displays ">" and "<" characters correctly. [MP0007]
  • MajorFortinet switches are not displayed in physical segments view.
  • MajorFreshservice integration restored. Updated API version implemented. [RM0021]
  • MajorGrafCrunch issue resolved: List of nodes now loads properly. [RM0028]
  • MajorGrafCrunch: Incompatibility with node variable queries in version 12. [MD0022]
  • MajorIncreased socket utilization on NC server machine due to IPMI sensors. [RM0018]
  • MajorIssue triggering "SSL Certificate Changed" alert post-upgrade from NC 12 to NC 13. [RM0007]
  • MajorIssue with Basic HTTP sensor alert closure [MJ0007]
  • MajorIssue with sensors not saving in templates. [MP0003]
  • MajorRemove display of unused/unavailable Windows hardware, hotfix, and software sensors from overview dashboard. [RM0013]
  • MajorRestricted user permissions now reflect correct node alerts in atlas via console notifications. [RM0010]