Description
Experience enterprise-grade reliability with Extreme Networks’ ExtremeWorks MonitoringPLUS Extended Service. This 1-year plan delivers continuous remote network monitoring, proactive technical support, ongoing Operational Software updates and upgrades, and advanced parts replacement for Covered Products. Designed to minimize downtime and maximize performance, MonitoringPLUS provides real-time visibility through the Extreme Networks Managed Services Gateway, secure access to the NetworkControl Center (NCC), and comprehensive reporting. With 24x7 support and a streamlined workflow for maintenance requests, you gain predictable, dependable service that keeps your network healthy, secure, and up-to-date.
- 24/7 Remote Monitoring & Alarm Management: Around-the-clock surveillance of your network and devices, with intelligent correlation of events and pre-prescribed alarm notifications that help your team triage issues quickly and accurately.
- Operational Software Updates & Upgrades: Continuous access to the latest functionality, security patches, and performance enhancements, delivered in a controlled manner to minimize disruption and maximize stability.
- Advanced Parts Replacement with Next Business Day (NBD) Service: When a hardware component needs replacement, Extreme Networks ensures fast delivery and installation on the next business day to restore service rapidly and reduce downtime.
- Real-Time Health, Performance & Security with NCC Access: The Managed Services Gateway provides comprehensive visibility into network health, performance metrics, security posture, saved configurations, an inventory database, and standardized reports for actionable insights.
- Comprehensive Support with 24x7 Access to NCC and Email Support: Timely assistance through phone, web, and email channels, plus continuous access to Extreme Networks’ expert guidance for problem resolution and proactive planning.
Technical Details of ExtremeWorks MonitoringPLUS (Extended Service) - 1 Year
Service Type: Managed Services MonitoringPLUS. Coverage: 1 year from activation for the defined set of Covered Products. The service delivers remote monitoring, alarm management, and ongoing Operational Software updates and upgrades to sustain peak performance and security across your Extreme Networks environment.
Key components include the Extreme Networks Managed Services Gateway, which enables real-time access to network health, performance data, and security status; an inventory database for asset tracking; saved configurations for rapid recovery; and standardized reporting to support informed decision-making. Alarm notifications follow a predefined process aligned with customer-initiated maintenance requests such as software updates, upgrades, configuration changes, or hardware replacement planning.
Support access is provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via the NetworkControl Center (NCC) — available by telephone and web — to report problems, ask product-related questions, and receive authoritative assistance for Extreme Networks hardware and Operational Software. Email support is included to resolve issues efficiently, and the service emphasizes reliability through a fast parts ecosystem and structured escalation paths. The Next Business Day (NBD) parts replacement capability is designed to minimize downtime and maximize operational continuity. The 1-year duration ensures consistent coverage and dependable results aligned with your network’s lifecycle and reliability requirements.
How to Install ExtremeWorks MonitoringPLUS
Enrolling and configuring MonitoringPLUS is a streamlined process that integrates with your existing Extreme Networks environment, delivering immediate visibility and ongoing management through the NCC. Use the following steps to begin:
- Log in to your Extreme Networks account and verify eligibility for MonitoringPLUS Extended Service. Select the 1-year plan that corresponds to your Covered Products and confirm any regional or device-specific requirements.
- Provision access to the Extreme Networks Managed Services Gateway, which enables real-time health monitoring, performance data capture, alarm streaming, and an up-to-date inventory view. Ensure gateway connectivity to your network and proper authentication for secure data exchange.
- Configure monitored devices and sites within the NCC. Define alarm thresholds, escalation paths, and notification channels. Specify maintenance requests (e.g., software updates, upgrades, configuration changes) to trigger automated workflows when issues are detected.
- Review saved configurations, backup policies, and the inventory database to establish baseline settings and ensure rapid recovery in case of changes or failures. Validate data integrity and ensure dashboards reflect the current environment.
- Test alert routing and escalation, verify that Next Business Day parts replacement is activated for critical components, and perform a controlled device restart or update to confirm end-to-end functionality. Confirm ongoing MonitoringPLUS enrollment status and establish governance for ongoing maintenance cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: What exactly is included in ExtremeWorks MonitoringPLUS Extended Service?
A: MonitoringPLUS provides continuous remote network monitoring, technical support, ongoing Operational Software updates and upgrades, and advanced parts replacement (Next Business Day) for Covered Products. It also includes access to the Managed Services Gateway, real-time NCC dashboards, saved configurations, an inventory database, standardized reporting, and round-the-clock support via phone, web, and email.
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Q: How does Next Business Day parts replacement work?
A: When a covered component fails or requires replacement, Extreme Networks schedules and delivers replacement parts with next-business-day service, followed by installation to restore network operations as quickly as possible.
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Q: What kind of support is available with MonitoringPLUS?
A: Customers receive 24x7 access to Extreme Networks' NetworkControl Center, plus email support and direct telephone/web assistance to resolve problems, answer questions, and guide maintenance activities related to hardware and Operational Software.
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Q: Which devices are considered Covered Products?
A: Covered Products are defined in the service terms and eligibility is based on the specific plan, device type, and contractual agreement. The terms outline which hardware and software are included under MonitoringPLUS for your 1-year period.
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Q: How does MonitoringPLUS help with network visibility?
A: The Extreme Networks Managed Services Gateway feeds real-time health, performance, and security data into NCC dashboards. You also gain saved configurations, an inventory database, and standardized reports that support proactive planning, auditing, and ongoing optimization.
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