Gain Complete Network Visibility — Anywhere, Anytime
Network professionals know that accurate packet capture is the foundation for diagnosing performance, latency, and security issues. But traditional software-based tools like Wireshark, while powerful, often struggle in real-world, high-speed environments — packet loss, limited timestamp precision, and missed layer 1 errors can compromise your analysis.
That’s why Profitap developed ProfiShark — a family of portable hardware packet capture devices designed for high-fidelity, line-rate network visibility. Whether you’re capturing on copper or fiber links, in the lab or in the field, ProfiShark delivers precision, portability, and reliability far beyond standard NIC-based capture.
Available in models from 100 M to 10 G, and offered in Canada through Telnet Networks, ProfiShark is the ideal companion for Wireshark users who need professional-grade capture accuracy.
Why Choose ProfiShark Over Traditional Wireshark Capture
While Wireshark remains the industry’s most trusted analysis tool, its performance depends on your computer’s network interface. That’s where ProfiShark makes a difference.
1. Complete, Lossless Capture
Each ProfiShark device captures packets in hardware — not through your laptop’s NIC — ensuring zero packet loss, full-duplex monitoring, and accurate timestamps at nanosecond precision.
- ProfiShark 1G: 10/100/1000 Mb full-duplex capture with 8 ns timestamping
- ProfiShark 10G: 1/10 Gb capture over copper or fiber with 5 ns timestamping
- Hardware aggregation, filtering, and slicing ensure efficient, accurate recording even at line rate
2. Seamless Wireshark Integration
ProfiShark connects via USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt and appears directly as a capture interface in Wireshark. You can also capture directly to disk or NAS — perfect for long-term or unattended capture.
“ProfiShark can capture traffic without the need for third-party capture software. This Direct Capture is performed at the driver level.”
— Profitap
3. Portable Design for Field or Lab Use
With dimensions smaller than a smartphone, ProfiShark easily fits in a laptop bag. Just connect the USB 3.0 cable, insert it inline or on a SPAN port, and you’re ready to capture — no rack space or complex setup required.
Perfect for:
- On-site troubleshooting
- Remote site diagnostics
- Proof-of-concept testing
- Temporary or mobile capture setups
4. Long-Term Capture with NAS Integration
For capturing intermittent issues, ProfiShark can write directly to a Synology NAS or external storage — no host PC required. Capture continuously, split by file size or duration, and analyze later.
ProfiShark Model Overview
| Model | Network Speeds / Media | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| ProfiShark 100M | 10/100 Mb Ethernet | PoE passthrough, 8 ns timestamping, ideal for industrial and legacy networks |
| ProfiShark 1G | 10/100/1000 Mb Ethernet | Full-duplex capture, hardware timestamping, direct-to-disk capture |
| ProfiShark 1G+ | 10/100/1000 Mb Ethernet | Adds GPS/PPS timestamping for precise time sync |
| ProfiShark 10G | 1/10 Gb copper or fiber (SFP/SFP+) | High-speed capture, 5 ns timestamps, hardware filtering and slicing |
| ProfiShark 10G+ | 1/10 Gb copper or fiber | Adds GPS/PPS synchronization for advanced latency and timing analysis |
ProfiShark in Action: Real-World Use Cases
For network engineers and IT teams, ProfiShark enables faster, more reliable troubleshooting and performance validation:
- Enterprise network troubleshooting – Analyze VoIP, jitter, and packet loss with hardware-level accuracy.
- Data center visibility – Capture full-duplex 10 G traffic without packet loss.
- Industrial & OT networks – Use ProfiShark 100M for legacy 10/100 Mb links.
- Service provider testing – Validate SLA compliance with nanosecond timestamping.
- Forensic or compliance monitoring – Capture continuous traffic via NAS for days or weeks.
How ProfiShark Elevates Wireshark Workflows
If you already use Wireshark, ProfiShark integrates directly into your toolkit — no new analysis software required.
With ProfiShark acting as the capture front-end, you get the same familiar Wireshark interface, but backed by dedicated capture hardware that guarantees fidelity, precision, and complete visibility.
In short: Wireshark analyzes packets. ProfiShark ensures you never miss them.
Why Telnet Networks Recommends ProfiShark
At Telnet Networks, we help Canadian organizations optimize network performance, visibility, and resilience. We recommend ProfiShark to teams that need:
- Accurate, lossless packet capture for performance and security analysis
- Portable capture devices for field or remote troubleshooting
- Integration with existing Wireshark workflows
- Advanced timestamping for time-sensitive and industrial environments
- Direct-to-storage recording for long-term or unattended monitoring
Whether you’re troubleshooting latency, verifying SLAs, or capturing forensic data, ProfiShark gives you the visibility you need — wherever the network takes you.
Learn More or Request a Demo
Explore the full ProfiShark product line and learn how it can enhance your network troubleshooting workflow.
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