Kiwi CatTools NG Getting Started Guide
This topic applies to KCT NG 2026.2 and later. If you are on KCT 3.12.7 or earlier, see legacy topic.
Kiwi CatTools NG provides automated device configuration management on routers, switches, and firewalls. You can customize Kiwi CatTools NG to perform device configuration backups, issue commands via Telnet or SSH to several devices at once, and change multiple network device passwords with a single command.
This guide is intended for SolarWinds customers who have recently purchased, or want to purchase, Kiwi CatTools NG for the first time.
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Who should use this guide?
| New Kiwi CatTools NG Users | Existing Kiwi CatTools NG Users |
|---|---|
| This guide continues from the Kiwi CatTools NG installation and takes you through the setup wizard to begin managing your network devices. |
If you are looking for information on upgrading to the newest version of Kiwi CatTools NG, see the Kiwi CatTools NG Upgrade Guide. Additionally, if you are looking for advanced information about the features of Kiwi CatTools NG, see the Kiwi CatTools NG Administrator Guide. |
Download the PDF: Kiwi CatTools NG Getting Started Guide