Belden Inc. has just released the latest version of its Hirschmann network management software. Industrial HiVision 7.0 improves productivity by now allowing the simultaneous configuration of hundreds of Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)-enabled devices from any manufacturer. In many industrial facilities, Ethernet networks are growing and evolving rapidly, making them increasingly difficult to manage and secure. A 2016 SANS survey on the state of security of industrial control systems revealed that 67% of industrial organizations perceive severe or high levels of threat to their control systems, up from 43% in 2015. The report also noted that planned security upgrades for industrial control systems are lagging.
“Network security is a top priority for industrial facilities worldwide,” said Mark Cooksley, product manager at Belden. “Industrial HiVision is an important tool for improving it. The latest version builds on a robust set of security features to make it easier to monitor and address security-related factors. These include precise device configuration and instant visibility of security status indicators, allowing users to visualize the status and take immediate action using the new network dashboard.”
The enhanced features of Industrial HiVision 7.0 enable industrial manufacturers to:
• Improve uptime and security by providing constant network status updates without having to sift through multiple network maps to identify issues. The network dashboard displays key performance indicators, such as devices with warning or error statuses, security information, and the 10 slowest-performing devices based on response time. Network administrators can customize the dashboard to meet their specific monitoring needs by adding or removing widgets from the indicators of their choice.
• Simultaneously configure hundreds of SNMP-enabled industrial devices, not just those from Hirschmann and GarrettCom. Industrial manufacturers can use this feature to configure devices during commissioning and live operation. This new feature enhances engineering productivity and configuration accuracy, a key factor in achieving high levels of network protection and performance.
• Download a free, fully functional, unlimited-use 16-node trial to experience the product's features and benefits firsthand before purchasing. The trial is available at www.hivision.de.
