Network Asset/Service Track/Management

Tue Nov 1 14:25:37 UTC 2011

On Nov 1, 2011, at 5:29 PM, Phil Regnauld wrote:

> Payam Poursaied (me) writes:
>> Hi all
>> 
>> I'm looking for a system to keep track of network assets and also periodic services in each pop site. Currently we have
>> about 500 pop-sites. In each site we have DSLAMs, Linecards and also some passive equipments including terminals, racks
>> and ..
>> 
>> Also each site may have some recurring fees/services. Something like transit link, power, rental space and .
>> 
>> Could you please share your experience with me
> 
> 	Hi Payam,
> 
> 	Some of what you mention can be handled with Netdot (https://netdot.uoregon.edu).
> 
> 	There is built-in support for maintenance contract definitions, but some
> 	customization might be required. The good part about netdot is that it
> 	will automate some of the inventory management if it has SNMP access to
> 	your devices. Asset mgmt support is rather good for Cisco equipment, but
> 	would have to be tested for other vendors.
> 
> 	Cheers,
> 	Phil
> 

+1 on Netdot, it's good stuff ;)