Overview
Use this decision flow to select a Sensor platform by traffic behavior, feature requirements, and FIPS compatibility.
Sensor selection requires observed packet-rate data and a clear understanding of mirrored traffic scope.
Summary
Choose the Sensor platform after you define traffic scope, packet capture needs, store-and-forward needs, and FIPS requirements.
Workflow
Use these stages to select a Sensor:
- Measure the observed packet rate on mirrored traffic.
- If packet rate exceeds the supported platform limit after you apply design margin, select a higher-capacity Sensor or reduce traffic scope.
- If packet capture or heavy store-and-forward is required, include the SSD requirement in the platform choice.
- If the deployment requires FIPS, use only FIPS-supported Center and Sensor combinations.
- If mirrored traffic is broader than the use case requires, reduce the traffic scope before changing hardware.
- Validate the final selection in a pilot deployment.
Result
The selected Sensor platform aligns with traffic load, feature requirements, and release-specific compatibility requirements.