2.3 Viewing the Closest Server Details

When you have multiple ZENworks Servers (Primary Servers and Satellites) in your Management Zone, the Closest Server rules determine which ZENworks Server a managed device contacts for each role (Collection, Content, Configuration, and Authentication ) defined by the administrator. You can view a list of the Closest Servers for the server roles configured by the administrator in ZENworks Control Center based on the location of the device, its network environment, or both.

  1. Double-click the ZENworks icon icon in the notification area.

  2. In the left navigation pane, click Servers.

    The Closest Servers for Roles panel displays the Closest Server list based on the roles defined by the administrator.

    Role

    Description

    Collection

    Collects Inventory and message log information from each device to be listed in ZENworks Control Center and outputs the information to reports. Both ZENworks Primary Servers and Satellites can act as Collection servers.

    Configuration

    Provides configuration settings and registration information to devices. Only ZENworks Primary Servers can act as Configuration servers.

    Content

    Provides content to managed devices. Both ZENworks Primary Servers and Satellites can act as Content servers.

    Authentication

    Authenticates managed devices to the Management Zone. Both ZENworks Primary Servers and Satellites can act as Authentication servers.

    NOTE:The Authentication role is applicable only for the Windows managed devices.