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SolarWinds IP Address Manager (IPAM)

SolarWinds IP Address Manager (IPAM)

Overview

What is SolarWinds IP Address Manager (IPAM)?

Austin-based SolarWinds offers Internet Protocal address management (IPAM) networking service.

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Convenient Integration: Many users have found IPAM's integration with the SolarWinds suite to be convenient for tracking multiple sites …
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SolarWinds IPAM Review

10 out of 10
February 17, 2022
We use SolarWinds IP Address Manager to manage our entire corporate network. It's incredibly useful in seeing what is on our network as …
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IPAM Review

10 out of 10
January 27, 2022
Incentivized
We use SolarWinds IP Address Manager (IPAM) to manage IP addresses in the organization. IPAM allows us to quickly provide IP addresses to …
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Time saver

9 out of 10
January 18, 2022
Incentivized
I have been using this tool for the last 5 years and this is a pretty decent tool to track the IPs that are reserved, assigned, and …
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Product Details

What is SolarWinds IP Address Manager (IPAM)?

IPAM integrates DHCP, DNS, and IP address management. Automated subnet discovery and IP scanning scours your network so you always know how IPs are used. Be alerted to and fix IPs conflicts, depleted subnets/scopes, and mismatched DNS entries. Delegate IP administration so system and network admins can manage their own range of IPs. Get the nitty-gritty details on IPs and how they’ve been used—even in the distant past.

SolarWinds IP Address Manager (IPAM) Features

  • Supported: Automated IP address tracking
  • Supported: Integrated DHCP, DNS, and IP address management
  • Supported: IP address alerting, troubleshooting, and reporting
  • Supported: Multi-vendor on-prem and cloud DHCP and DNS support
  • Supported: IP Request Form for streamlining and automating IP address requests
  • Supported: API support with CRUD operations for two-way integration with third-party software

SolarWinds IP Address Manager (IPAM) Screenshots

Screenshot of Customize your IP address management dashboard to quickly focus on your top priorities.Screenshot of Manage your DHCP and DNS services in one place.Screenshot of Streamline IP requests with a simple intake and approval wizard.Screenshot of Automatically scan for subnets or manually add.

SolarWinds IP Address Manager (IPAM) Videos

Watch Get a quick overview of SolarWinds® IP Address Manager (IPAM) and learn why automated and consolidated DHCP/DNS and IP address management is a must-have in today's dynamic networks. SolarWinds IPAM provides centralized management, monitoring, alerting, and reporting on your entire IP infrastructure, all from an intuitive web console. It's simplified IP space management in one easy-to-use solution. SolarWinds IPAM delivers the advanced features required by today's increasingly complex enterprise networks, including: - Integrated DHCP/DNS management - Split-scope configurations - Scheduled scanning - Real-time monitoring - Customizable troubleshooting dashboard - Preventative alerting - Out-of-the-box reporting - Detailed event recording - Role-based access control - Historical IP address tracking - IPv6 migration planning With IPAM, companies can streamline DHCP and DNS management, optimize IP space utilization, and avoid IP address conflicts. IPAM helps IT organizations to effectively plan for network growth and control corresponding IP space issues to ensure the highest levels of performance of their IP infrastructure.

Watch IPAM’s IP Request Wizard enables IP requesters to directly request IP addresses from network admins, and can automatically reserves IP addresses after three easy steps.

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SolarWinds IP Address Manager (IPAM) Technical Details

Deployment TypesOn-premise
Operating SystemsWindows, Orion Platform products can be deployed on physical or virtual servers on-premises or in the cloud. These products can also be deployed via Azure or AWS marketplaces. For detailed system requirements, visit support.solarwinds.com.
Mobile ApplicationNo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Austin-based SolarWinds offers Internet Protocal address management (IPAM) networking service.

ManageEngine OpUtils are common alternatives for SolarWinds IP Address Manager (IPAM).

Reviewers rate Support Rating and Implementation Rating highest, with a score of 10.

The most common users of SolarWinds IP Address Manager (IPAM) are from Enterprises (1,001+ employees).
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Community Insights

TrustRadius Insights are summaries of user sentiment data from TrustRadius reviews and, when necessary, 3rd-party data sources. Have feedback on this content? Let us know!

Convenient Integration: Many users have found IPAM's integration with the SolarWinds suite to be convenient for tracking multiple sites and subnets. This feature has been praised by several reviewers as it allows them to easily manage their IP address allocation and DNS updates in one centralized solution.

Efficient IP Management: The ability of IPAM to manage IP addresses and update DNS as soon as a device is discovered has been highly valued by users. This functionality has proven useful for managing IP address availability and ensuring accurate DNS updates, according to numerous reviewers.

Effective Capacity Planning: Users appreciate IPAM's ability to reserve and comment on IP addresses for effective IP address allocation and capacity planning. Several reviewers have noted that this feature helps them allocate IPs efficiently, avoid conflicts, and plan for future network expansion.

Slow, Clunky Web Interface: Many users have expressed frustration with the slow, clunky web interface of SolarWinds IP Address Manager. Users find it difficult to navigate and perform tasks efficiently, impacting their overall experience with the software.

Difficult Initial Setup: Several reviewers have reported that the initial setup of the software is not user-friendly and requires a learning curve. This can be challenging for new users who are unfamiliar with the Orion platform.

Limited Options for Organizing Devices: Users have complained about the limited options for organizing devices in SolarWinds IP Address Manager. They feel that there is a lack of flexibility in the licensing tiers and find it difficult to effectively organize their devices as per their requirements.

Users commonly recommend the following regarding the software for managing IP addresses:

  1. Trying the free option before purchasing: Many users suggest taking advantage of the free version of the software to get a feel for its functionality and suitability for their needs. This allows users to assess whether it meets their requirements before committing to a paid version.

  2. Considering other options like InfoBlox and Mice & Men: Some users suggest exploring alternative software options such as InfoBlox or Mice & Men. These alternatives may offer different features or better meet specific requirements, so users recommend comparing different solutions to find the best fit.

  3. Looking for bundle purchase with other products for a better deal: Reviewers mention that while the software itself can be pricey, they recommend exploring bundle purchases that include additional products or services. By bundling multiple products together, users may be able to secure a better deal or more cost-effective licensing options.

It is important to note that users also mention areas for improvement, such as inadequate support and resource-intensive nature of the software. However, these are not counted as among the three most common recommendations.

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