Packet Analysis

Observer GigaStor

Distributed by Tecnous · VIAVI

GigaStor is the authoritative source of packet-level information for the Observer platform, capturing and retaining every network conversation for real-time and retrospective analysis. This high-fidelity data feeds the patented End-User Experience (EUE) score in Observer Apex, providing critical visibility at both the individual and enterprise level into the health of IT services and simplifying the resolution of complex problems when incidents arise.

As the industry leader in retrospective analysis, GigaStor eliminates guesswork by recreating events. Teams can navigate to the exact moment of a performance anomaly or security breach — before, during, and after — to carry out forensic investigations and root cause analysis with precision.

With flexible, scalable deployment and storage options, GigaStor delivers high-performance packet capture and forensic visibility, enabling NetOps, SecOps, and DevOps to collaborate using a single shared source of information.

Highlights

  • Line-rate packet capture of up to 60 Gbps, independently validated, with support for 100 Gb network environments.
  • Scalable storage beyond five petabytes, with AES-256 encryption for regulatory compliance and long-term visibility.
  • Custom analytics and Deep Packet Inspection for detailed performance and security investigations.
  • 100% continuous capture for five years with fault-tolerant hardware, ensuring no packet is lost.
  • Compact form factor and reduced cost per TB, designed to minimize data center footprint and total cost of ownership.
  • GigaStor software versions can be deployed on-premises or used to extend packet-level visibility into the cloud.