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by ann777
For Microsoft OSes, there's MS SMS (System Management Server).
What you are looking for is called "system management software" ; there's lots of them out there. It pretty much depends on which operating systems you are using, how much you want to spend, and the features you are looking for.
by wilsonbay
by joseph moore
Again, it can make a difference depending on our OS.
My favorite Windows tool is DameWare NT Utilities (www.dameware.com). It is the best!! You get a 30-day full trial, then you must buy it.
Now, a more generic tool is NetworkView (www.networkview.com). This will give you IP and MAC info, plus it is SNMP compliant, so if you have the MIBs for SNMP running on your systems, then NetworkView will give you all kinds of stuff. Best of all, it is free (with nag screens).
hope this helps
by wilsonbay
by alpha-male
Here are a few tools I really like and use:
Sisoft Sandra - www.sisoftware.demon.co.uk
Networkview - www.networkview.com
LanGuard - www.gfisoftware.com/lannetscan/index.htm
All are free or extremely inexpensive and do a great job. Hope they help you too!
by wilsonbay
by capthlp
There are several products available that I can suggest, one in particular is called SMS and runs on most windows platforms. There are several others. If you wish I would suggest that you do an internet search for "system inventory" applications or "asset management" type applications. I am sure when you review the return you will find several products that should meet your needs. If you need any additional information please feel free to contact me.
Best Regards,
George
by wilsonbay
by penguinsrule
Try HP Openview
Oh by the way - can you other folks think of other solutions besides Microsoft, or are you totally brainwashed (i.e. Anna777)
by wilsonbay
by mark.crouse
GFI LANguard Network Security Scanner
Is great for reading a great deal of information about the services and IP/MAC on you network.
It's a good looking report too. The Ver 2 is weak on knowing the differant between UNIX and Mac. I have not tried the beta for 3. (Just noticed it when I attached the URL below)
http://gfi.com/downloads/downloads.asp?pid=8&lid=1
by wilsonbay
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