IT Inventory & Network Discovery

Whether using the standard rule set or custom-defined detection rules, you can nest rules as deeply as needed using operators, comparisons, and checks. You can also customize what type of network device is detected and which values are read. Highly specific rules can, for example, be defined using a PowerShell script.

After a network scan, our inventory tool displays all detected devices clearly in a network topology. Devices can be reorganized into specific subgroups or viewed in the environment view as a so-called network map. This makes connections between devices visible and provides detailed information about each network device.

Uptime, operating hours, standby, or offline mode: To optimize energy consumption across your network, hardware types (PCs, monitors, printers, etc.) are identified and assigned energy usage values by our inventory tool. Based on clear reports, energy policies can be created and automatically applied — individually or by group. This helps reduce energy costs without compromising performance.

A quick scan of your network environment instantly displays all network devices as endpoints in the baramundi Management Suite. Following defined IP ranges and SNMP rule sets, Network Devices scans the network for devices supporting SNMP versions 1, 2c, or 3. For endpoints that cannot be identified via SNMP, the network can be scanned using ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) to accurately capture devices in the infrastructure. This identifies connected endpoints by IP and MAC address — regardless of type — for a fast comparison between expected and actual configurations. In addition to SNMP and ARP, OPC UA, Siemens S7Comm, and Secure Shell (SSH) protocols are supported, enabling the inclusion of Linux-based systems and industrial controllers in the inventory.

To better organize devices in your IT network, Inventory Templates are available, allowing you to capture special cases such as DMZ appliances.

With Network Devices, individual information and variables can be assigned to devices. This allows for spatial or organizational assignments that make management beyond IT much easier. Using custom-defined commands in the inventory tool simplifies the administration of network controllers, enabling immediate action in case of support requests to perform further analysis on the target device.

The data collected by Inventory & Network Devices within your organization is easily customizable and fully compliant with EU GDPR requirements.

Good IT inventory software saves time, reduces errors, and provides transparency. It automatically detects devices and software on the network, generates reports, and assists with license management—crucial for compliance and IT operational efficiency.

During network discovery, the inventory software scans the network and automatically detects all connected devices—from PCs and servers to network components. This reduces manual effort and reliably maps the network topology.

Without a central software inventory, visibility is lost. This can lead to license violations, security gaps, or unnecessary costs. IT inventory provides transparency, enhances security, and optimizes license management.

Professional IT inventory software displays device information, operating systems, installed software, license status, network connections, and the complete IT architecture — all centrally accessible and in real time.