Progress WhatsUp Gold Configuration Management plug-in — 2-Year Subscription (3500 Devices)

Unlock centralized control over your network configurations with the Progress WhatsUp Gold Configuration Management plug-in. This 2-year subscription license covers up to 3,500 devices, delivering automated backups, precise change management, and template-driven configuration across your entire estate. Designed for quick, PC-based installation, the plug-in integrates seamlessly with WhatsUp Gold to provide robust configuration governance, compliance reporting, and rapid recovery capabilities—so you can operate with confidence, scale with ease, and protect critical network services.

• Centralized, scalable configuration management for up to 3,500 devices: Manage device configurations, backups, and policy enforcement from a single console. The plug-in enhances WhatsUp Gold with deep visibility into device configurations, helping administrators maintain consistent standards across complex networks and hybrid environments. With bulk actions, scheduled tasks, and role-based access, teams stay coordinated while minimizing manual errors.
• Automated backups, versioning, and safe rollback: Automatically capture device configurations, track changes, and restore to known-good states with confidence. This capability protects against misconfigurations, accidental deployments, and hardware changes, ensuring you can revert to baseline configurations quickly and safely after any incident or change window.
• Change management, auditing, and compliance reporting: Monitor configuration drift, enforce policy compliance, and generate audit-ready reports for internal teams or external regulators. The plug-in provides an auditable trail of who changed what, when, and on which device, simplifying governance and reducing the risk of non-compliant configurations.
• Template-driven deployment and policy-based configuration: Create, store, and reuse configuration templates to accelerate provisioning and standardize settings across devices. Policy-driven deployment ensures changes are applied consistently, with safeguards to prevent unintended outages and to verify correct application before rollout.
• Efficient licensing for predictable budgeting and growth: A 2-year subscription license covering up to 3,500 devices offers long-term value and predictable costs. Designed to complement WhatsUp Gold, this license model reduces renewal headaches and aligns with IT budgeting cycles while ensuring ongoing access to essential features and updates.

Technical Details of Progress WhatsUp Gold Configuration Management plug-in

License Type: Subscription license

License Duration: 2 years

Device Coverage: 3,500 devices

Platform: PC-based installation (works alongside Progress WhatsUp Gold on Windows)

Delivery & Activation: Electronic distribution with online activation

How to install Progress WhatsUp Gold Configuration Management plug-in

Installing the plug-in is designed for quick, straightforward setup on a PC with Progress WhatsUp Gold already installed. Follow these steps to enable configuration management across your network:

• Prepare your environment: confirm system requirements, ensure admin privileges, and verify that Progress WhatsUp Gold is up to date.
• Acquire the 2-year, 3,500-device subscription license and obtain your activation key or license file from your vendor portal.
• Run the plug-in installer from the provided media or download, then follow the on-screen wizard to integrate with your WhatsUp Gold server.
• Activate the license online within the WhatsUp Gold interface or via the activation utility, binding the plug-in to your account and device count.
• Configure initial settings: set up device discovery, define configuration templates, establish backup schedules, and enable change-detection monitoring. Validate connectivity to a subset of devices before full rollout.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does the 2-year subscription license include? A: It includes access to the Configuration Management plug-in for up to 3,500 devices, ongoing updates, and the ability to manage device configurations from WhatsUp Gold for the duration of the term. Renewal terms vary by vendor.
• Q: How many devices does this license cover? A: Up to 3,500 devices are supported under the 2-year subscription license, allowing centralized configuration management across a large network.
• Q: Do I need Progress WhatsUp Gold to use this plug-in? A: Yes. This Configuration Management plug-in integrates with Progress WhatsUp Gold and requires an active WhatsUp Gold installation to function.
• Q: Can I deploy configuration templates automatically? A: Yes, the plug-in supports template-based deployment to standardize settings across devices and reduce manual steps.
• Q: Is there a rollback feature? A: The plug-in provides automated backups with versioning and a rollback capability to restore prior configurations when needed.
• Q: How do I install and activate? A: Install the plug-in on a PC with WhatsUp Gold, enter the license key to activate, and configure initial policies and device discovery; consult the vendor's documentation for exact steps.