Progress WhatsUp Gold Failover Manager Central Site Upgrade — Unlimited Device License for Enterprise PC Monitoring

This product upgrade unlocks the full power of Progress WhatsUp Gold Failover Manager at the Central Site, delivering centralized, resilient monitoring for enterprise networks. With an Unlimited Device License, it enables scalable PC monitoring across an unlimited number of endpoints, empowering IT teams to detect, prevent, and respond to issues before they impact users. Designed for large-scale environments, this central site upgrade optimizes failover workflows, strengthens business continuity, and provides comprehensive visibility across distributed sites.

• The Unlimited Device License removes caps on the number of monitored devices, making it ideal for growing enterprises that need scalable, all-in-one visibility across endpoints, servers, and network gear.
• Central Site upgrade for Failover Manager delivers centralized control, streamlined failover orchestration, and cohesive management of multi-site monitoring from a single pane of glass.
• Enhanced reliability and uptime with automated failover capabilities, proactive alerting, and quick-path remediation to minimize service disruption and improve mean time to resolution (MTTR).
• Seamless integration with Progress WhatsUp Gold’s suite of monitoring features, including performance metrics, alerting rules, and robust reporting to keep stakeholders informed.
• Flexible licensing and scalable architecture designed to support enterprise IT teams, data centers, and distributed environments while simplifying license management.

Technical Details of Progress WhatsUp Gold Failover Manager Central Site Upgrade

Technical specifications for this upgrade depend on the underlying WhatsUp Gold installation, SKU, and deployment scenario. This description provides a high-level overview of what the Central Site Upgrade offers for enterprise monitoring: an unlimited-device license enabling broad monitoring coverage, centralized failover management, and enhanced visibility across a distributed environment. For exact processor, memory, storage, and operating system requirements, refer to the official product specifications tied to your chosen SKU and installation context.

How to install Progress WhatsUp Gold Failover Manager Central Site Upgrade

• Prepare your environment by ensuring the existing WhatsUp Gold installation is up to date and that you have access to the Central Site upgrade license. Verify network connectivity between sites and ensure appropriate permissions for installation and licensing changes.
• Acquire the Central Site Upgrade license with an Unlimited Device entitlement and activate it in the licensing portal or through the product’s license management interface as instructed by Progress documentation.
• Install the Failover Manager Central Site component on the designated primary server or central management host, following your organization’s standard deployment procedure and any vendor-provided upgrade wizard steps.
• Configure central site settings to enable failover orchestration, including defining primary and secondary sites, failover thresholds, alert routing, and remediation workflows. Add devices to the centralized inventory to begin comprehensive monitoring.
• Validate monitoring and failover behavior by running a controlled failover test, reviewing alerts, dashboards, and reports, and confirming uninterrupted visibility across all monitored endpoints.
• Document licensing details, establish ongoing maintenance plans, and schedule updates to ensure continued access to new features, security patches, and performance improvements.

Frequently asked questions

• What does the Central Site Upgrade with Unlimited Device License include? It provides centralized failover management and an unrestricted device entitlement for enterprise PC monitoring, enabling scalable visibility across an unlimited number of endpoints.
• Who should consider this upgrade? IT teams responsible for large-scale, distributed networks who need centralized control, robust failover capabilities, and comprehensive monitoring across many devices.
• How does unlimited devices impact licensing? The Unlimited Device license removes per-device caps, simplifying license management for growing environments while ensuring broad monitoring coverage.
• Can I mix this upgrade with existing WhatsUp Gold deployments? Yes, the Central Site Upgrade is designed to integrate with compatible WhatsUp Gold installations to extend central monitoring and failover capabilities.
• Where can I find exact system requirements? System requirements vary by SKU and deployment. Check the official Progress documentation and the specifications associated with your license for precise details.