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Audit and inventory of computers in Active Directory

In today's digital age, organizations rely heavily on their computer networks to carry out day-to-day operations. As these networks grow in size and complexity, it becomes increasingly important to keep track of all the devices connected to them. This is where Active Directory domain auditing comes into play.

Why it is important?

The advantages of computer in auditing are numerous. With TNI, administrators can quickly and easily perform an active directory computer assets list and gain valuable insights into the state of their network. The software's reporting capabilities make it easy to generate detailed reports on hardware and software inventory, security status, and more.

These reports can be used to identify potential issues and optimize the network for better performance. For example, by analyzing the activities of computer auditing, administrators can identify computers with outdated software or security vulnerabilities and take corrective action before they become a problem.

Furthermore, the network mapping feature in Total Network Inventory provides a visual representation of the network, making it easier to understand its structure and identify potential bottlenecks or areas for improvement.

Software solutions for audit and inventory

While AD auditing can be performed manually, it is a time-consuming and error-prone process. Fortunately, there are software solutions available that can automate the process of Active Directory computer inventory and make it much more efficient. One such solution is Total Network Inventory.

Who is this solution for?

Total Network Inventory is designed for organizations of all sizes that need to keep track of their Active Directory computers. Whether you have a small office with a dozen computers or a large enterprise with thousands of devices, TNI can help simplify the process of inventorying Active Directory computers.

What tasks does this software solve?

Total Network Inventory is a comprehensive solution for active inventory of computers in Active Directory environments. It can perform the following tasks:

  • Scan the network: TNI can quickly scan the network and collect detailed information about all the devices connected to it, including computers active in Active Directory.
  • Inventory of a computer: The software can collect detailed information about each computer on the network, including hardware specifications, installed software, and more.
  • Reporting: Based on the collected data, Total Network Inventory can generate a variety of reports that can be exported to popular formats with just a few clicks.
  • Network mapping: The software includes a network mapping tool that can help visualize the structure of the network and identify potential issues.
  • License management: Total Network Inventory includes an advanced licensing module that can help organizations keep track of software licenses and ensure compliance with licensing agreements.
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Scanning computers connected to Active Directory

In order to start scanning the network, you need to specify an OU (organizational unit) from your Active Directory domain and then click the start button. After a short period of time, you will receive a list of all computers that meet the specified criteria. The scan time depends on the number of devices connected to the network, but usually, it takes no more than a few minutes. Intuitive visualization will show you the process of scanning.

Total Network Inventory provides detailed information about each device on the network, including:

  • Network adapter details: Model, MAC address, IP address, gateway, and hostname.
  • Peripheral devices: Keyboards, mice, printers (including network printers), and connected USB devices.
  • Installed software: Operating system, version, installation date, system updates, and license information.
  • Security information: Antivirus, firewall, and antispyware software, as well as the status of antivirus database updates.
  • Startup programs, shared resources, running processes, and user accounts.
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More details about Active Directory scanning

Before starting the scanning process, you can configure the synchronization of Total Network Inventory with Active Directory. This can be done by going to the settings menu and specifying the domain controller. Here you can also configure other audit settings, such as what to synchronize (computers or users), and what actions to take on computers that were discovered on the network but not found in AD.

After adding the list of scan tasks and specifying the nodes to be scanned, the scanning process can begin. For Active Directory, the nodes can be specified using the IP address or the name of the domain controller with the "AD:" prefix (e.g., "AD:10.0.0.1" or "AD: server name"). The generated report will contain information from the "Location" and "Description" columns if the domain administrator has filled out these details.

Once the scanning process is complete, some devices may appear in the program as stubs. These are created for computers that were found in Active Directory but were not scanned. Only basic information will be displayed for such computers, including the description, location, and OS version. These stubs can be rescanned later to obtain complete information.

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Total Network Inventory 6 Professional

If you are looking for a comprehensive solution for Active Directory inventory of computers, Total Network Inventory 6 Professional is the perfect choice. With its advanced features and intuitive interface, TNI makes it easy to keep track of all the devices on your network and ensure that your IT infrastructure is secure, compliant, and optimized for performance.

Some of the key features of TNI 6 Professional include:

  • Automated network scanning and discovery
  • Detailed hardware and software inventory
  • Customizable reporting and alerting
  • Network mapping and visualization
  • Software license management
  • Remote device management

Whether you are a small business owner, an IT administrator, or a managed service provider, Total Network Inventory 6 Professional has the tools you need to streamline your Active Directory computer hardware listings process and take control of your network.

 

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