Before You Begin, Network Management | NETGEAR NMS200 manual

1. Before You Begin	1
Requirements for installation and use

This chapter provides an overview of the ProSafe NMS200 Network Management Syystem for managing your NETGEAR resources.

The following topics are discussed:

•Network Management

•Compatible NETGEAR Devices

•System Requirements

•Update Your License

Network Management

The NMS200 Network Management Software provides a browser interface to discover, configure, and monitor your NETGEAR resources across your entire network.

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NETGEAR NMS200 quick start Before You Begin, Network Management

Contents

ProSafe NMS200 Network Management System Trademarks Technical SupportStatement of Conditions Revision History Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Index Network Management Before You Begin Discovery and Mapping Configuration Monitoring Monitoring Security Devices Compatible Netgear Devices System Requirements Wireless Access Points and ControllersSupported Operating System Versions Storage Devices Hardware Recommendations Supported Web BrowsersNetwork Considerations Fixed IP Address Authentication Update Your LicenseName Resolution Firewalls Initial Installation and Startup Software Installation and Licenses Step B Obtain a Fixed IP Address if necessary Install the NMS200 Network Management SoftwareStep a Disable or Remove Conflicting Software if necessary  To install and start the NMS200 software Step C Install the Full NMS200 Software ProSafe NMS200 Network Management System ProSafe NMS200 Network Management System  To start and log in to the NMS200 Log In to the NMS200 as the admin User ProSafe NMS200 Network Management System  To activate additional licenses How to Manage Your Licenses  To install NMS200 Network Management Software updates How to Install Software Updates ProSafe NMS200 Network Management System How to Use the NMS200 Quick Navigation Portlet Common Setup Tasks at First-time Sign-in  Add users with the following steps Configure the NMS200 Groups and LocationsPortal Users  Add Communities with the following steps Discover Your Network Resources and DevicesPortal Communities Network Discovery Profile Editor Manage Your Network Resources and Devices  Follow these steps to configure a serverFTP/TFTP Server Inspect  Follow these steps Configuration File Backup / RestoreCreate Reports Performance Management and Troubleshooting Fault Management and Problem DiagnosisAlarms Monitors Use the NMS200 with Security Devices  To get started using monitors, follow these stepsDashboard Views  To view this data, follow these steps ProSafe NMS200 Network Management System Key Metrics Example ProSafe NMS200 Network Management System Following security device alarms are available Security Device Alarms Troubleshooting Index Updating Your License