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In modern IT environments, visibility, control, and performance are critical to maintaining reliable services. SolarWinds Observability Self-Hosted provides a comprehensive platform that enables organizations to monitor, manage, and optimize their infrastructure from a single, unified solution. This guide walks you through its three essential pillars: Fundamentals, Network Management, and Network Monitoring.
SolarWinds Observability Self-Hosted is designed for organizations that prefer on-premises or self-managed deployments while still requiring deep insight into their systems. It combines configuration, monitoring, and analytics tools to help IT teams maintain operational efficiency and quickly respond to issues.
By integrating multiple capabilities into one platform, it reduces the need for separate tools and simplifies day-to-day IT operations.
The Fundamentals layer is the backbone of the platform. It establishes the structure and customization needed for effective observability.
Key components include:
User and permission management
Control access with role-based permissions to ensure security and accountability.
Custom dashboards and views
Tailor visualizations to match different team roles, from administrators to executives.
Custom properties
Organize network elements by location, department, or function for better clarity.
Alerts and reporting
Set up automated alerts and generate reports to stay informed about system status.
Intelligent maps
Visualize your network topology and dependencies for faster troubleshooting.
A well-configured foundation ensures that your observability environment is efficient, scalable, and aligned with business needs.
The Network Management capabilities provide the tools necessary to maintain control over your infrastructure and ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
Core features include:
Configuration management
Automate and standardize device configurations across the network.
Regulatory compliance monitoring
Track changes and ensure configurations meet compliance requirements.
DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (IPAM)
Efficiently manage IP resources and avoid conflicts or downtime.
Switch port management
Monitor and control port usage to enhance security and performance.
User access tracking
Gain visibility into who is accessing network resources and when.
VoIP monitoring and management
Ensure consistent call quality and quickly resolve communication issues.
Network Quality Assurance
Maintain service levels and identify performance degradation early.
These tools empower IT teams to maintain a secure, compliant, and well-organized network environment.
The Network Monitoring component focuses on delivering real-time insights into the health and performance of your infrastructure.
Key capabilities include:
Network health and performance monitoring
Track uptime, latency, and overall system performance.
Hardware health monitoring
Detect potential hardware failures before they cause disruptions.
Capacity planning
Analyze trends to ensure your infrastructure can support future growth.
Network Insight
Gain deep visibility into critical devices and services.
Flow optimization and bandwidth utilization
Identify traffic patterns and optimize resource usage.
Syslog, SNMP traps, and event log analysis
Collect and analyze logs for faster troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
With these monitoring features, organizations can proactively identify issues, minimize downtime, and maintain optimal performance.
To get the most out of SolarWinds Observability Self-Hosted:
SolarWinds Observability Self-Hosted is a powerful, all-in-one solution that brings together foundational configuration, advanced network management, and real-time monitoring. By leveraging its full capabilities, organizations can achieve improved visibility, stronger security, and better overall performance.
