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An efficient device management backbone is needed
to take maximum advantage of the feature set within a
device, be it a printer, fax, scanner, or multi-functional
product.
Device management is commonly-supported through
a Web server on the device controller. This Web server is accessed using
any desktop Internet browser. The user simply enters the IP address of the
device into the URL address line.
Administrators and office users have different management and monitor-
ing needs.
General Office Users
End users want to know if a device is capable of handling a job. Supply
levels and a list of jobs already committed to print are important.
For MFPs with document storage and communications capabilities, end
users also need desktop management of print on demand, stored docu-
ment viewing (to check print-on-demand files or incoming faxes) and, for
the more advanced, the creation of scan-to-email or scan-to-file destination
templates.
Administrators
An office or network manager looks for greater control over the device
functionality and setup without leaving their desk. They may be looking to
manage network set up, establish security for IP filter ranges, apply cost
control measures, check supply levels, and set up
automated email alerts to different staff members
when problems occur.
Due to the nature of the Web server, this ca-
pability is usually limited to an individual device.
Many manufacturers also include a network
device management fleet tool which allows for the
monitoring and management of multiple devices
around the network concurrently. Many also
provide plug-ins to the most popular IT device
management utilities to ensure that the maximum
amount of information can be relayed from their
device to the third-party application.
Device Management