Network

Visualization and documentation of the entire logical network infrastructure (Layer 2 and Layer 3), supported by network topology plans for transparency and efficiency in network management.

Introduction to the “Network” Segment

The Network segment in Docusnap365 enables comprehensive documentation and visualization of a company’s entire network infrastructure. It provides IT administrators with a centralized area to manage logical network elements such as switches, routers, firewalls, and virtual switches. By integrating these network elements with other IT segments, complete transparency of the infrastructure is ensured.

Based on this information, a network topology plan is generated, offering a graphical representation of physical and logical network connections. This plan simplifies the understanding of the network infrastructure and assists IT teams in planning and managing network resources.

Key Focus Areas of Documentation

  • Switches and Routers
    Documentation of physical network devices such as Layer 2/Layer 3 switches and routers, including port configurations, VLANs, and SNMP details.

  • Virtual Network Components
    Inventory and management of virtual switches and distributed switches in VMware environments.

  • Firewalls
    Documentation of firewalls, including their rules, security zones, and connections. Firewalls are critical for network and IT security, monitoring traffic, and preventing unauthorized access.

Dependencies Center: Linking Between Segments

The Dependencies Center in the Network segment visualizes the relationships between physical and logical network elements and their connections to other IT components. These links are essential for effectively managing the network infrastructure.

Key Connections in the Dependencies Center

  • Networks to Hardware in the “Hardware” Segment

    • Switches and firewalls are linked to corresponding hardware components such as servers or other network devices.
  • Networks to Management Services in the “Management Services” Segment

    • VMware distributed switches are connected to VMware management services such as vCenter.
    • Firewalls are integrated with centralized management tools to provide a consolidated view of security policies.

Objectives of Documentation

  • Transparency and Overview
    Comprehensive visualization of the network infrastructure, including physical and logical connections, security zones, and firewalls.

  • Efficient Management and Planning
    Assistance in managing existing networks and planning future expansions, including firewall rule adjustments and VPN configurations.

  • Traceability and Compliance
    Documentation of changes to the network infrastructure and security policies to ensure compliance and audit readiness.

Conclusion

The Network segment in Docusnap365 offers comprehensive documentation and management of the entire network infrastructure. The network topology plan, based on this information, provides a clear visualization of physical and logical connections. The integration of firewalls and security zones enhances the transparency and security of the IT infrastructure. This supports IT administrators in efficient resource planning and network optimization.


vSwitch and dvSwitch

Documentation of virtual and distributed virtual switches (vSwitches and dvSwitches) in VMware environments. Enables communication between virtual machines and physical infrastructure, with centralized management for dvSwitches. Includes details on port groups, VLANs, and hosts.

Switch

Documentation of physical network switches that enable data transfer between devices within a network. Includes information on ports, VLANs, and SNMP configurations.