See the following links for basic information about SolarWind's Orion Network Configuration Manager:
How Orion NCM Works - Orion Network Configuration Manager utilizes a scripting engine that parses individual commands across several different platforms. Combining this scripting engine with the Windows Task Scheduler allows Orion NCM to schedule nightly backups, configuration changes, inventory scans, and more.
Click the link and see physical pages 2-3 for more information.(http://www.solarwinds.com/support/orionNCM/docs/orionNCMAdministratorGuide.pdf)
Why Install SolarWinds Orion Network Configuration Manager - Out of the box, SolarWinds Orion Network Configuration Manager offers numerous management features, including, but not limited to the ability to:
• Control access based on user roles
• Schedule device configuration backups
• Implement configuration changes in bulk (IOS and firmware updates)
Click the link and see physical page one for more information.(http://www.solarwinds.com/support/orionNCM/docs/orionNCMAdministratorGuide.pdf)
Requirements - The requirements for Orion Network Configuration Manager vary based on a number of factors, including the following:
• The number of nodes
• The frequency of configuration downloads
• The length of time that configurations are maintained in the database
Click the link and see physical pages 5-7 for more information.(http://www.solarwinds.com/support/orionNCM/docs/orionNCMAdministratorGuide.pdf)
