Overall Satisfaction with SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager
We use it mainly as a configuration backup tool for all of our routers, switches, and firewalls. It addresses the issues of being able to provide a replacement device in case of failure.
- It is a great tool for configuration backup and archive.
- It can be utilized as a configuration push tool when standard configurations need to be deployed in the enterprise.
- I do not see any shortfalls at this time, as we use it for its advertised purpose.
- For the purpose we use it, ROI can be measured by the amount of time it would typically take to restore connectivity to our retail locations when a device is down.
We have used NETMRI for configuration management and automation before. NCM gives you an easier management interface and better reporting.