Progress WhatsUp Gold 1500 Device Distributed Central Site Upgrade License for PC

Unlock enterprise-grade visibility with Progress WhatsUp Gold. This Distributed Central Site Upgrade License is designed to extend your monitoring reach across a large, distributed network while centralizing control on a Windows PC. Ideal for IT teams who need scalable, real-time insights, this upgrade grants up to 1500 devices under one centralized, intelligently managed monitoring plane. Installable directly on a Windows PC, the license combines robust discovery, proactive alerting, customizable dashboards, and powerful reporting to help you prevent outages, optimize performance, and tighten security across your entire network. Whether you oversee a campus, branch offices, or multi-site environments, WhatsUp Gold keeps your eyes on critical devices, interfaces, and services so you can act fast and minimize downtime. With an upgrade path that protects your existing deployment, you’ll experience a seamless transition to expanded capacity without disruption to your current monitoring workflows. This license is engineered for operators who demand reliability, scalability, and clear governance over their IT infrastructure.

• Centralized monitoring with distributed site capabilities: Manage and visualize all network devices from a single, cohesive console while enabling distributed monitoring for remote locations.
• Up to 1500 devices supported: Scale your monitoring footprint to cover a large data center, multiple campuses, or extensive branch networks without sacrificing performance or insight.
• PC-based installation for Windows environments: Deploy and operate directly on a Windows PC, leveraging familiar administration tools and local control over the monitoring stack.
• Comprehensive visibility and alerting: Automated device discovery, performance metrics, real-time alerts, and customizable dashboards deliver actionable insights when they matter most.
• Seamless upgrade path: Upgrade an existing WhatsUp Gold deployment to unlock higher device capacity and expanded central-site features, with a smooth transition and minimal downtime.

Technical Details of Progress WhatsUp Gold 1500 Device Distributed Central Site Upgrade License for PC

The following technical details summarize the upgrade license for the Progress WhatsUp Gold platform, focused on central-site capabilities and distributed monitoring across up to 1500 devices. These specifications are aligned with the product’s stated upgrade purpose and deployment model (PC install) to support IT teams planning capacity, licensing, and rollout timelines.

• License Type: Upgrade License for WhatsUp Gold
• Device Coverage: Supports monitoring up to 1500 devices
• Deployment Platform: Windows PC installation (PC-based deployment)
• Architecture: Central site management with distributed monitoring capabilities
• Key Capabilities: Automated discovery, performance analytics, alerting, dashboards, and reporting for scalable network visibility

How to install Progress WhatsUp Gold 1500 Device Distributed Central Site Upgrade License for PC

• Prepare your Windows PC by verifying system requirements, ensuring adequate CPU, memory, and available disk space, and confirming network access to monitored devices.
• Obtain and run the WhatsUp Gold installer on the target PC. Follow the on-screen prompts to begin the upgrade or installation process, selecting the Central Site/Distributed Monitoring configuration as appropriate.
• During installation, enter the upgrade license key associated with the 1500-device capacity and central-site enablement. Complete license activation to unlock the full feature set.
• Configure the central site and distributed monitoring settings: define discovery scans, set monitoring targets for local and remote sites, and tailor alerting rules to your operations.
• Set up dashboards and reports: create role-based views for network engineers, service owners, and IT leadership; test alert routing to ensure on-call teams receive notifications promptly.
• Validate installation by performing a discovery sweep, verifying device status, and confirming data flows into the central console. Check for any policy or firewall adjustments required for in-scope devices.

Frequently asked questions

• What is Progress WhatsUp Gold 1500 Device Distributed Central Site Upgrade License for PC?

  This Upgrade License extends an existing WhatsUp Gold deployment to cover up to 1500 devices with central-site management and distributed monitoring capabilities, installed on a Windows PC. It enables scalable visibility across multiple sites from a single console, improving uptime and performance management for complex networks.

• How many devices can I monitor with this upgrade?

  The upgrade supports monitoring up to 1500 devices, providing a scalable solution for large networks that require centralized control and distributed data collection.

• What platforms does this license support?

  The license is designed for PC-based deployment on Windows systems. It enables WhatsUp Gold to run on a Windows PC while offering central-site management and distributed monitoring across sites.

• Do I need to have an existing WhatsUp Gold deployment to use this upgrade?

  Yes. This is an upgrade license intended to augment an existing WhatsUp Gold installation by expanding device coverage and central-site capabilities.

• How do I activate the upgrade license?

  After installing the upgrade, you will be prompted to enter the license key provided with your purchase. Activation typically involves connecting to the Progress licensing server or applying a license file, followed by a validation step to confirm coverage for up to 1500 devices.