Kidan - ManageEngine Desktop Central

Overview

Unified Endpoint Management Software

ManageEngine Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) is a comprehensive desktop and mobile device management software. This unified endpoint management solution enables remote maintenance , configuration and management of all workstations, laptops and mobile devices in the company - with a single piece of software.

Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) allows to handle repetitive tasks in desktop management as the installation of patches , the distribution of new software or setting up desktop, computer, user or power settings simply and automate quickly . The software also supports in managing IT assets and software licenses and gives an overview of the current software usage in the company at all times. Furthermore, images of operating systems can be created with Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) and rolled out on other devices. The endpoint security extension offers a holistic approach to the security and management of all managed endpoints in enterprise network.

Over 25 predefined configurations as well as numerous preconfigured Active Directory reports simplify administrative tasks. With Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) can manage Windows and Mac computers as well as Linux systems in network.

Smartphones and tablets can be configured and managed with the Mobile Device Management features of Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) just like traditional PCs and notebooks. For companies that are explicitly looking for a solution for the management of their mobile devices, ManageEngine also offers an independent enterprise mobility management solution: ManageEngine Mobile Device Manager Plus.

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What You Can Expect

Main Features of Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central)

Management of smartphones and tablets under iOS, Android and Windows

Web-based remote access to Windows, Mac and Linux computers

Automated software installation and patch management

Automatic application of Windows performance tools configurable

Reports on missing patches, user passwords, configurations

Hardware & software inventory for inventory and analysis

Some Perks

Advantages in Desktop & Mobile Device Management

Preconfigured repository for configurations (application, system, desktop and security settings) and software packages.

Management software for all computers, laptops, smartphones and tablets in the network.

Management of the entire PC life cycle with a single software.

Supported Operating Systems

Desktops & Laptops

Windows

Microsoft Windows, commonly referred to as Windows, is a group of several proprietary graphical operating system families, all of which are developed and marketed by Microsoft.

Mac

MacOS is a proprietary graphical operating system developed and marketed by Apple Inc. since 2001. It is the primary operating system for Apple's Mac computers.

Linux

Linux is a family of open-source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991, by Linus Torvalds.

Smartphones & Tablets

IOS

iOS is a mobile operating system created and developed by Apple Inc. exclusively for its hardware. It is the operating system that powers many of the company's mobile devices.

Android

Android is a mobile operating system based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open source software, designed primarily for touchscreen mobile devices.

Windows

Windows 10 Mobile is a discontinued mobile operating system developed by Microsoft. First released in 2015, it is a successor to Windows Phone 8.1.

Editions

The Right Edition for Your Requirements

Free Edition

Suitable for small & medium-sized companies
For up to 25 computers & 25 mobile devices

Patch management
Software distribution
Asset management
Standardized configurations
Windows system tools
remote maintenance
Endpoint Security (add-on)

Professional

Patch management
Software distribution
Asset management
Standardized configurations
Windows system tools
remote maintenance
AD & User Logon Reports
Mobile Device Management (add-on)
OS deployment (add-on)
Endpoint Security (add-on)

Enterprise

Features of the Professional Edition +

WAN bandwidth optimization
Self-service portal
Block prohibited software / exe files
Software metering
License management
Remote session recording
USB device management
Two-factor authentication
Mobile Device Management (add-on)
OS deployment (add-on)
Endpoint Security (add-on)

UEM Edition

Features of the Enterprise Edition +

Mobile Device Management (add-on)
Modern management for Windows 10 devices
OS deployment (add-on)
Endpoint Security (add-on)

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) used for?

Software Deployment, Patch Management, Asset Management, Remote Desktop Sharing, Service Pack Deployment, Configurations, Active Directory Reports, User Logon Reports, and Windows System Tools are all capabilities of Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) – a Windows Desktop Management solution.

With a neutral network architecture, the administrator can easily manage desktops that can be in the LAN or distributed across WAN.

What are the system requirements for Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central)?

Managing up to 10,000 computers with a single installation is possible amidst the variety of supporting systems:

Supported OS for Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) Distribution Servers

Windows 7
Windows 8
Windows 8.1
Windows 10
Windows Server 2003
Windows Server 2003 R2
Windows Server 2008
Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2012
Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2019

What ports does Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) use?

By default, the Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) server uses port 8020 to complete the following tasks:

Enable agent-server communication.
Access the web client.

What is a Desktop Agent?

The UserLock ‘Desktop‘ Agent is designed to audit, control, and protect workstations, servers, and terminal servers. This agent audits all interactive session activity on the machines and protects them by applying a user access control policy defined through protected account rules.

Which database does Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) support to store data?

Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) supports MySQL, PGSQL and MS SQL database to store data.

How do I install Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central)?

Being the Swiss Partner of ManageEngine, Kidan is responsible for aiding with professional services, such as installing, implementing, configuring, training, and supporting the company to ensure an effective on-boarding of Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central).

To make it even better, Kidan even provides advice on top of it all!

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Features

Features Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central)

Windows, Linux and Mac installations

Patch management

Roll out and install updates for operating systems and applications automatically

Service pack management

Find missing service packs and install them automatically

Software distribution

Easy installation or de installation of the software packages thanks to pre configured templates

Supported Platforms

Supported versions of Windows, Mac and Linux systems

Remote desktop sharing

Fast troubleshooting through the remote control, file transfer, etc.

Windows configurations

More than 25 predefined configurations for USB, energy management, security guidelines, etc.

Provision of Windows operating systems

Automatically create and roll out images of operating systems

Self-service portal

Employees can apply for and install software themselves

IT inventory

Central hardware and software inventory

Recording of all components in a central database

Automated discovery

Regular checking of the computers for changes

Management of IT licenses

Receive timely notification when IT licenses expire

Recognize prohibited software

Comparison of the installed software with the black list

Evaluate software usage

Correlate usage data from individual workstations

Energy management

Enforce power-saving schemes and shut down unused computers

Comprehensive reports and alarms

Preset and individual reports and alarms, e.g. B. by email

Mobile Device Management

Registration of mobile devices

Asset management

Complete overview of mobile devices and their configuration details

Content management

Release documents for access via mobile devices

App management

Management and distribution of in-house and commercial apps

Security management

Password management, remote locking, containerization & deletion mechanisms

MDM audits and reports

Preconfigured reports and dashboards for mobile devices, apps and certificates

Profile management

Create and manage user profiles and policies for mobile devices

Email management

Platform containerization and Exchange ActiveSync for mobile devices

Modern management

Very simplified cloud based device management for Windows 10 apps and devices

Integration & more

Endpoint Security

Regular assessment of vulnerabilities, monitoring of browsers, BitLocker management, control of applications and USB devices in the company network

Secure Gateway

Intermediate server that protects the Endpoint Central (Formerly Desktop Central) Server against threats from communication from roaming users

Integration with ServiceDesk Plus

Help desk and the asset management integration