Performance Navigator for System i
A Midrange Performance Group (MPG) Software offering through Daffron & Associates, Inc.

As a contracted re-seller of MPG software Daffron is able to offer its customers a substantial discount on Performance Navigator, an extremely important tool for the IBM System i.

Performance Navigator continuously collects your system data in 15 minute intervals and allows you to look at detailed reports and graphs of your system’s key performance measurements. With this data you can perform immediate problem analysis, start being proactive in your capacity planning, and better monitor your overall system. Over 500 graphs and reports are available with the software, and a built-in scheduler can send you the reports and graphs you want when you need them. Important measurements like CPU utilization, memory usage, and disk space capacity are just a click away.

As an IT Manager, if you would like to be able to show your management in detail how your system is performing or provide a detailed case as to why a future investment in technology is looming – the answer is Performance Navigator for System i.

Performance1 Offer
Do you prefer complete control of your System i and its performance? This offer enables you to be in charge and proactive. Investigate problems as they occur, analyze trends to prevent future problems, and have the piece of mind knowing that you have the ultimate tool for monitoring your overall system performance.

Performance2 Offer
Do you want to relax in knowing that someone is monitoring your system monthly? If so, Performance2 is for you. Daffron will monitor your system performance for you. We will go in monthly and review your systems CPU usage, CPW capacity, disk space, and look for problems and trends. We will notify you any problems we find. On a quarterly basis we will provide you with a system performance report and make any necessary recommendations.

Performance3 Offer
Are you looking for a one time complete system performance review? Let the experts at MPG and Daffron use the power of Performance Navigator to do a full review of your System i system. A "State of the Union" report is provided detailing all critical system performance metrics and recommendations are made based on the findings. A conference call is conducted between you, an MPG expert, and a Daffron representative to review the results. "What if" scenarios can be evaluated.

• Does your existing System i need a boost? We will determine if there are areas that need attention and provide solutions.
• Is it time to upgrade to the new IBM models 515 and 525?
  • If so, what would that new system look like with your current workload or even a predicted future workload?
• Are you looking for hard data to back up the need for a new System i?
  • Provide management with detailed findings of your current system.
  • Be armed with details on what the new system will look like from a performance perspective.

Because you are a valued Daffron customer, we are able to offer the software license at a discounted rate. The maintenance fee, which provides unlimited updates and 8–5 telephone support by MPG, is also available for purchase through Daffron. Pricing is available from our Sales and Marketing team.