ManageEngine OpManager Plus: Streamlining IT operations
ManageEngine has introduced OpManager Plus, a new solution aimed at simplifying the management of IT operations. This vendor-agnostic tool is designed to bring various aspects of IT management into a single, integrated console, offering a practical approach to network management.
OpManager Plus focuses on proactive monitoring of IT networks. It supports a broad range of network components, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, wireless LAN controllers, servers, virtual machines, printers, storage devices, and other IP-connected devices. This capability provides IT professionals with real-time visibility into their networks, allowing for timely identification and response to potential issues.
A notable feature of OpManager Plus is its bandwidth monitoring capabilities. Understanding and managing bandwidth usage is critical in maintaining efficient network performance. The tool offers detailed insights into bandwidth performance, enabling users to analyze and optimize network traffic patterns and address operational bottlenecks.
The software also facilitates the management of configuration changes in IT infrastructure. This includes monitoring user activity, automating configuration backups, and ensuring adherence to industry standards during firmware upgrades and other network changes.
In terms of security, OpManager Plus provides tools for managing firewall policies and conducting security audits. It generates comprehensive reports on VPN usage and manages firewall logs, which are essential for maintaining network security.
OpManager Plus also assists in managing IP addresses and provides visibility into switch ports, offering information on metrics like IP status and port speed. Additional security features, such as rogue device detection and wake-on-LAN, contribute to the overall security of the network.
Additionally, the software aids in optimizing application performance by offering insights into the application stack, which is beneficial for ensuring a good end-user experience.
ManageEngine's OpManager Plus is a tool that consolidates various IT infrastructure monitoring tasks into a single platform. It offers a range of features that cover network monitoring, bandwidth management, configuration management, security, and application performance optimization. ManageEngine offers a 30-day free trial of OpManager Plus and provides opportunities for personalized demos with their product experts, allowing businesses to explore how this tool can improve their IT operations.
