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Paessler Unveils Multi-Platform Probe for Siemens Industrial Edge Marketplace

In a significant development for industrial monitoring technologies, Paessler GmbH, a recognized leader in IT and OT monitoring solutions, has announced that its PRTG Multi-Platform Probe is now available on the Siemens Industrial Edge Marketplace. This innovative probe allows operators of Siemens Industrial Edge devices to effectively deploy and manage monitoring seamlessly, providing critical visibility at the machine and production line level.

Traditionally, operators have faced challenges due to the reliance on separate tools for IT infrastructure and operational technology (OT) systems. This often led to blind spots, especially between the corporate network and plant operations. With the PRTG Multi-Platform Probe integrated within Siemens Industrial Edge hardware, both IT and OT teams can access a unified view that encompasses programmable logic controllers (PLCs), field devices, OT switches, and IT infrastructure—streamlining monitoring directly within a single PRTG instance.

Enhanced Monitoring Capabilities

Operating at the edges of industrial setups, the PRTG Multi-Platform Probe can gather data from various widely-utilized industrial protocols, including OPC UA, Modbus TCP, MQTT, and SNMP. It is particularly compatible with Siemens’ SIMATIC S7 PLCs. Crucially, this monitoring data is securely transmitted to the customer’s PRTG core server. The probe is equipped with local buffering capabilities, ensuring data continuity even during connectivity interruptions, with automatic resumption of data transmission when the connection is restored. This adaptability makes the solution ideal for distributed and segmented production networks, including remote sites lacking VPN connectivity.

"For years, the gap between IT monitoring and the plant floor has been a blind spot for industrial operators. By integrating the PRTG Multi-Platform Probe with Siemens Industrial Edge devices, we’re bringing monitoring right to the source of production," stated Mav Turner, Chief Product Officer at Paessler. This integration enables both IT and OT teams to work with the same set of data, enhancing collaboration and efficiency.

Flexibility Across Platforms

The PRTG Multi-Platform Probe distinguishes itself from traditional remote probes, which are often constrained to Windows platforms. Instead, this versatile probe is container-friendly and cross-platform, supporting not only Siemens Industrial Edge devices but also running natively on popular operating systems like Debian, Ubuntu, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), or as a Docker container. This flexibility makes it suitable for the diverse environments prevalent in manufacturing, energy production, and infrastructure operations.

In summary, the PRTG Multi-Platform Probe is now accessible on the Siemens Industrial Edge Marketplace, augmenting the capabilities of Siemens Industrial Edge solutions while requiring a valid PRTG subscription for users. For further details on this innovative product, visit Siemens Official Site or check out Paessler Blog.

About Paessler

Since its founding in 1997, Paessler has been at the forefront of IT and OT monitoring, ensuring operational efficiency and reliability for critical systems. Its flagship product, PRTG Network Monitor, empowers organizations worldwide to prevent downtime and reduce costs, enabling over 500,000 users in more than 190 countries not only to keep their networks operational but also to maintain a competitive edge. To learn more about Paessler and how monitoring can transform business operations, visit www.paessler.com.