Enabling/disabling algorithms

Because Plixer Scrutinizer is designed to support the full spectrum of enterprise applications, it may include FA algorithms that may not apply to certain network configurations. This will be based on the devices and elements present on the network, the types of flow data available, and/or organizational IT policies.

As part of optimizing the system’s monitoring and reporting functions, all unnecessary FA algorithms should be disabled. This includes algorithms that:

• Only benefit devices or elements that are not present on the network

• Require flow data that is not being sent by devices on the network

• Target traffic or patterns that are made irrelevant by the organization’s IT policies

The Admin > Alarm Monitor > Flow Analytics Algorithms page lists all FA algorithms and shows whether they are currently enabled (default) or disabled.

Note

Most FA algorithms can also be tuned through additional settings, allowing them to be adapted to specific monitoring and detection requirements.

Disabling FA algorithms

To disable an algorithm, click on it to open the configuration tray and use the toggle. The algorithm can also be re-enabled this way at any time.

Multiple algorithms can also be disabled or enabled as a bulk action when one or more algorithms are selected.