ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager

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I like to use this software because it includes of all configuration end to end process in GUI model which could help us on changing configurations.

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May be software should build up with extra features of cloud storage or something.

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NCM has allowed us to identify and remediate firmware vulnerabilities for our customer base. The reporting allows us to provide our customers with reports that assist them in planning and device replacement.

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We would like to see it pull contract information for each device.

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Tools that monitors hardware and software productivity

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Most pf products and services catered are good and ideal

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1) Very Useful tool for bulk configuration.
2) No Human interference required for this configuration.
3) There is no bind for any vendor perspective, we can configure all vendor's network devices from NCM.
4) We also upgrade IOS from this tool.

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1) Pricing is very high for small business.
2) Can not integrated with 3rd party tool
3) Lack of support get from ManageEngine.

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Scheduling backups was easily setup and working well.

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creating reports is not really what I enjoy doing

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One of the core features of NCM that excited me is the Automated change management functionality, that we can track the change in real time, and we can know who mad these changes also the time of change is made

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All features of NCM is very helpful for professional networking environment and in that features change notifications can be selected is the least one for me, also it should be helpful when more employees working with the same level and using NCM for change and Backup Managment of various Networking devices we can know who made that and there is option for roll back if it is undesirable.

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The ability to ensure that certain command sets are enabled/disabled on all switches in our environment

Nachteile

It takes a while to find certain items. when looking for reports or where I can approve multiple config changes, I found that I have to click around a bit to find the right screen. Hopefully with more use I will learn where to go quicker.

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I mostly liked the interface, it was very user-friendly and allowed me to check all the configuration settings and device statuses. It supports network devices from all vendors, making it easy to configure and manage, with straightforward access and setup

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Users, including myself, feel that the customization options are limited and not as flexible as they would like

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Ease of use and ability to easily add/remove devices

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I didn't like anything less than the most liked thing.

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Device inventory, device configuration history, centralized device management

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Searching. Every time it bring me at first screen (it doesnt remember search criteria).

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NCM is part of our Opmanager deployment so I didn't know much about it when we deployed it
The more I use it the more i found out about it. It has some very useful features and is a very good bolt on for Opmanager

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It is not well laid out. Not sure if this is because it is a bolt on rather than a standalone product but I feel that things are scattered about, instead of everything being under a single menu option.. There are two or three different ways to get to NCM specific components and this make sit difficult to find setting if you are unfamiliar with it.

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The automatic backups and change deployments from one central point to all devices.

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I don't have any dislikes. The product has all the features we require and it is easy to setup.

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Their system are user friendly friendly

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with all the security measures meets our business requirement

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We primarily use this tool for network equipment backups (Cisco switches, ASAs, F5s, etc)

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Some advertised features did not work as expected, lacked actual functionality, or supported only partially.

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Product was extremely easy to purchase and deploy.
The cost was cheap compared to other tools out in the market.
GUI is easy to use and very intuitive.

Nachteile

NCM lacks a bit of polish, for example some of the GUI elements could use some rework.

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The intuitive user interface and comprehensive reporting tools make it easy to monitor network changes and ensure network security.ork changes and ensure network security.

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The initial setup and configuration can be complex and time-consuming for new users

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It gives the deeplook into the configuration changes of Network devices.
It provides firmware vulnerability hence helps IT team to update to ping point the vulnerable network devices and update it with latest firmware thus protecting Business.

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Not good with MDM. At times struggle to configure.

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1. Compliance reports.
2. Two Factor authentication
3. Multiple login options i.e. Basic, SAML, 2 factor etc
4.Third party integration

Nachteile

Thirdparty integration can be made avaiable with API or webhook.
SNMP Traps required to send for any alerting / alarms /events.

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Our IT infrastructure benefits greatly from backup and restores features. In case of disaster or power outage, we are so concerned about saving our devices' configurations.

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The backup process for Huawei devices was a bit challenging for me, but apart from that I was satisfied with the product.

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Ease of usability and it provides a great set of features.

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Need to go in depth to understand various features which requires additional training.

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It offers a range of features and capabilities to streamline network configuration tasks and ensure network compliance. The solution allows for the automation of routine tasks, such as firmware upgrades, to save time and reduce the risk of errors. The solution allows for the automation of routine tasks, such as firmware upgrades, to save time and reduce the risk of errors.

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Creating highly customized configuration templates or reports can be complex.

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Easy to setup and was able to manage devices quickly

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Version control could get a little confusing at first but I got used to it

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Monitoring and evaluation of network devices

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During auto backup we have experience many of the issue

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options for managing and maintaining network.

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no issue I found its suited my work need .

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Device discovery makes my life so easy, by discovering and recording devices on the network so i can find devices quickly and also provides informative inventory to help when auditing. Config Backup allows me to ensure all configs are backed up and ready to use in case of diaster.

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Not the least favourite but compliance to industry standards is not required for my network and my company.

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The user interface is very easy to navigate, it was very easy to get all of our devices into NCM and get them backed up. Writing configlets for common tasks (like an ios upgrade) was very easy.

Nachteile

The Compliance module is not the easiest to work with. Some of the features don't work as expected, it was somewhat difficult to get it to run a configlet automatically when it encountered a policy violation. That part never worked very well.

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Vorteile

A range of powerful features for network configuration management.
It offers automated backup and restore, ensuring device configurations are safely backed up and can be restored quickly in case of errors or failures.
The compliance management feature helps keep devices aligned with both regulatory standards and internal policies, making it easy to detect and fix non-compliance issues.
Another standout feature is the ability to track real-time configuration changes, which is critical for identifying unauthorized or accidental changes as they happen. The platform also supports multi-vendor environments, so it works seamlessly with a variety of network devices from different manufacturers.
On top of that, role-based access control enhances security by restricting who can make changes, while the user-friendly interface makes it easy for both new and experienced users to operate the system without steep learning curves.
All these features combined make it a reliable and efficient solution for managing network configurations across diverse infrastructures.

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One aspect that could be improved is the user interface. While it’s functional and offers a lot of features, it can sometimes feel cluttered and a bit overwhelming for those who are new to the platform. It takes some time to get familiar with all the options and navigate efficiently.
The initial setup can also be quite complex, especially in larger environments with multiple devices. Integrating it into an existing network might require more time and technical know-how than you might expect.
Lastly, while the tool supports a wide range of devices, there can occasionally be compatibility issues with less common or newer hardware, requiring more manual configuration or waiting for updates.

Vorteile

- It alerts us almost immediately when changes are made on critical device.
- Ability to be assured that the backups of the devices are happening and alerting in place if there's a failure due to a connectivity issue.
- Point in time snapshot of backup of CLI configuration
- Ability to investigate a block of configuration and create reports for multiple devices.

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When the remote devices don't connect, the product is little un-forgiving and doesn't give much information. You have to invoke support to troubleshoot.

Vorteile

1) Centralized Configuration Management
2) Configuration Change Tracking
3) Easy integration with other tools
4) It makes network troubleshooting easier

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1) Performance issue with large deployment
2) Customer support response time

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It has several standout features like comprehensive functionality, user-friendly int., real-time alerts & scalability that collectively enhance the efficiency cum reliability of network management and make it a valuable tool for network admins.

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There 're a few areas where it could improve like its complex initial configuration/setup, limited customization, performance issues in larger network environments, Last but not least is its cost factor a bit at higher side especially for smaller Organization.

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NCM has made managing our network devices super streamlined. We really like how easy it was to discover devices, add credentials, etc. It is super convenient to have all switches accessible from the same interface and SSH into them. The configlets are great as well. Very affordable as well.

Nachteile

Not applicable, we are very happy with NCM.

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The interface is very easy to understand.

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It was throwing errors while adding the devices it might be the credentials issue or template issue. We need to dig into logs for easy to troubleshoot the issue.

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I like bulk and remote modifications of end devices easily in ManageEngine NCM product. We can send configs to many devices in a single process. Additionally, the compliance abilitiy allows techs to standardizing the configurations as periodically checking devices automatically which is a great value for especially big companies. And finally, taking backups and even restoring them when needed save the day in disaster scenarios.

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There are device templates (which allows techs to add devices easily to manage) on the product, but it should be richer. Even if the product allows techs to customize the templates, it should be much more automatic. Additionally, there are some EOS/EOL and vulnerability checks on the devices but these parts should also improved.

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(1) User Friendly Interface.
(2) Integration is very easy for Cisco and other OEM.
(3) Reporting and Analysis.
(4) Multi-Vendor Support.
(5) Scheduled Configuration Tasks.
(6) Configuration Templates for Automation.
(7) Compliance and security.

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(1) Cost.
(2) Limited Customization like no Hardening comparison of added assets.
(3) Dependency on Device support.
(4) More Focus on IOS upgradation WLC and Switch automated.
(5) Support limitation.

Vorteile

1)Centralized Configuration Management
2)Automated backups of the devices
3)Configuration change tracking.
4)Easy Integration with other tools.

Nachteile

1) Limitation for Vendors
2) Performance issues with many network devices.
3)No cloud based deployment

Vorteile

The firmware vulnerability detection feature is also a great asset since it alerts users on possible security threats on the device firmware. This enables me to fix such weaknesses quickly, therefore making our network less exposed to such loopholes.​

Nachteile

There are cases where the tool cannot properly gather the configuration data from certain third-party devices. This hampers centralized management and demands a lot of supervision for such devices.

Vorteile

You can manage your network device through this console, can monitor ports, or you can have a dashboard that you will choose your favorite ports to be presenter

Nachteile

They have to improve the templates and have more automation

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Using ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager it has been quite easy to have automatic backup for our network. It has the capability to manage all device settings adopting consistent settings saving and providing safety and convenience for quick restore if necessary.

Nachteile

Some of the equipment is not fully supported hence backup and monitoring are also not complete. This causes the need for more manual inputs to handle such devices whereby the general efficiency is slightly reduced.

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Its helps to manage the backup and do the configuration of devices on large run

Nachteile

No proper tech reference.we need to raise a tac and that is also take much time

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Like configuration backup and version history. End of support report, massive configuration, compliance

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Compliance should have more templates, more supported devices

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Easy to configuration and control the changes each switch.

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Lots of perquisites to fill in in order to fully use the NCM.

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easy gui, possibility to edit scripts, very good support

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configuration file difference is not very accurate. you should bypass some settings related to uptime or date ..... also we should be able to exclude some devices from file config comparaison...

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The revision of backups which can have every time.

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The gui interface of web interface pages.

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Quite extensive with features. the configlets are easy to use and quite practical. The list of recommended version for each device is one of the main reason we got this product.

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There are small things here and there that could be annoying when you are migrating; menus refreshing after almost each operations, when doing some actions you are sent to an other place in the page and can't go back without navigating the menu again. nothing critical but can take some time when doing big jobs.

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its ability to automate network configuration tasks and ensure compliance with policies is quite efficient

Nachteile

Nothing i don't like about it
Its so useful

Vorteile

I like that you can back up and restore switch config, track compliance against CIS benchmarks and have an audit trail of who made configuration changes to devices. The vulnerability and EoL reporting is also useful.

Nachteile

I found the initial setup of adding devices and the required credentials to be a little unclear. We needed an account with full admin rights on the network devices in order to back up config and check for vulnerabilities and compliance.

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I like the ability to automate the execution of commands on network devices.

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I don't like that it is not compatible with PAM or password managers that are not native to ManageEngine.

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Beside managing the appliances, NCM can be very useful once Disaster happen as it can be backup and failover/export features.

Nachteile

Overall okay, but it could be great if dashboard improved a bit. just my 2 cent opinion.

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Runs on linux, easy to install, does the basics well

Nachteile

script/macro engine is weak, would prefer a full fledged script language, maybe a python hook.
One feature it doesn't have is what we call cdp, its a custom script that will keep track of the switch and its neighbor, it allows allows search by ip or Mac to find physical port.

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All the features are good but rogue device detection

Nachteile

All are good features so all are good features