1. Choose an easy-to-use network management solution that is rich in features - not all new easy-to-use tools can manage complex networks. Improved, easy-to-use graphical user interface and "wizard" should be used to improve the convenience of setup and use. If small networks use traditional large management applications, the complexity they generate often exceeds their resolution capabilities. Some features are available from the Internet to download plugins, and these software are usually available for free.
2. Discover potential problems in advance and prevent them before they occur - Network administrators should use network management tools that can detect and correct potential problems in advance to prevent them before they occur. The new generation of systems allows network administrators to set default values for critical devices. Once these default values are exceeded, the system will automatically alarm, thus avoiding user downtime. Some systems can also automatically identify network configuration errors or optimize performance and inform network managers in an obvious way.
3. Make full use of downloadable management software on the Internet - obtain proven and reliable network management software through the Web to perform upgrades, and add new features that the network does not currently have. These enhancements include new reporting capabilities and inherent security measures.
4. Punish network security vulnerabilities - Monitoring should be carried out on how and when users log in or exit the system. As the number of netizens, especially mobile users, increases day by day, it is necessary to adjust the number of monitored visits in a timely manner. Moreover, potential security vulnerabilities need to be checked regularly and updated insert software is used to fill security vulnerabilities.
5. Prioritize network "discovery" - network management software should be able to prioritize "discover" all devices of the network and draw a "map". Creating an accurate image or map for the physical devices and links of the network is conducive to speeding up troubleshooting and resolving problems. New network management applications can automatically generate such maps and discover detailed features of various devices and links, such as speed, flexibility, and redundancy. Some application software can also highlight the movement, increase and change of network devices.
6. Adopt industrial standards to reduce complexity and costs – All devices in the network should be ensured to support industry standard protocols so that unimpeded communication between different devices can be achieved. Since using special products requires purchasing higher-priced additional products, if you continue to use special software packages, it will cause heavy losses and bring huge risks to the company. Products with industry standards are not only available at any time, but also at a low price. The most common standards are Ethernet, Wi-Fi, SNMP (simple network management protocol), RMON (remote monitoring), and HTTP.
7. Ensure that the equipment is optimized - Ensure that all network devices, such as switches, wireless access points, and IPPBX, are equipped with the latest version of software for optimal use. Where possible, low-priced service contracts should be used to acquire new software features to extend the life of the purchased software. If necessary, centralized tools should be considered for delivering new software to the device.
8. Establish clear and concise rules - Establishing network usage rules can promote the use of technology. Currently, the new network management tool not only can discover unauthorized servers, but also has a speed that is higher than before. In addition, higher priority should be determined for specific communication types on the network, such as voice communication, by establishing network rules; at the same time, priority of other communication types, such as downloading of MP3 music files should be reduced or prohibited.
9. Use smart tools to find the root cause of the problem - use smart tools to find the root cause of network problems. Judging from the problems that existed in the past, there may be ten problems in the Internet, but only one problem is the root cause; after it is solved, other problems will be solved. Therefore, network management software should be able to efficiently identify the root causes of the problem.
10. Adopt new network reporting functions - use automated methods to perform programmatic, monotonous repetitive report management tasks, such as displaying reports on software versions of various products. New reporting features can automatically generate reports and allow them to be leveraged to perform more advanced management, thus enabling network administrators to become strategy planners and analysts.