There are two versions available. Microsoft System Center Datacenter Edition that is available for $3,607 and Microsoft System Center Standard Edition is available for $1,323 and provides service validity for 2 years.
Microsoft System Center is a cloud-based application that provides continuous data protection. This application is developed with Data Protection Manager, due to which data backups can be maintained and lost files can be restored. It is a client to cloud management tool where public and private servers can be integrated into the cloud platform. This software provides some additional features such as System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) and System Center Operation Manager (SCOM). In addition to this, it provides endpoint protection feature and is compatible with all platforms such as Windows and Linux. Microsoft System Center is also compatible with mobile devices.
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| Deployment | Installed - Windows | Category | Backup Software |
Disclaimer: The pricing details were last updated on 04/04/2018 from the vendor website and may be different from actual. Please confirm with the vendor website before purchasing.
Pros: Gives the the very useful possibility to monitor systems, to deploy laptops with an operating systems and their applications. Also nice to provide updates to the clients.
Cons: It's a pretty high cost and it's not the most straightforward. It's quite complex and requires a specific point of technical expertise.
Overall: I have used System Center for as well as monitoring as deploying software to clients for the company I currently work for. In the future I will also use this to deploy operating systems and provide updates using system center.
Pros: Everything. The level of control it gives over desktops from OS build to patching and software deployment.
Cons: There is a bit of a learning curve in order to master the workflows of some areas such as 3rd part software patching.
I have experience in System Center Configuration Manager and the Operating System Deployment (OSD) has saved lot of man hours in company wide when re-configuring or deploying PCs over company. We can deploy a new PC with all relevant software and updates without single user interaction in less than 1 hour of time
The automated client deployment is giving trouble most of the time if the remote end is miss configured firewall or corrupted WMI. We have to sort those problems manually if we encounter such a problem
We are using system center configuration manager for operating system deployment and have custom images created for department wise. If new PC deployment is required we are able to plug the new PC into the network and run the deployment process and the PC will install the OS and required software in less than 1 hour.
Pros: The software does an excellent job at protecting your network as it makes managing numerous computers effortless.
Cons: The software is quite complex and is definitely a learning curve for beginners.
Microsoft System Center I love because it gathers and organizes certain servers and workstations in groups. It pairs with Microsoft Azure and other large cloud-based programs.
The ease of connecting to a remote computer is great, with just one click we can access the equipment
The management and control of the equipment with this tool is wonderful. The latest developments in the version have been of quality.
I highly recommend the product
From the beginning the configuration is not at all simple. When I worked with this tool, I needed a guide to carry out the connection and configuration. I think Microsoft can improve in this part and do it in simpler steps so that an IT staff with simple clicks can achieve the manageable goal
With this tool provided by Microsoft has made the work easier and has allowed a better organization in the company. The deployment in general terms, is a bit complicated but at the end of the administration allows to control the work flow from day to day.
I can attest that this tool is very powerful.
With this tool it allows me in my place of work to comply with the following operations:
- simple installations, local updates and automated workflows.
- Make things quickly with the features of a click and a simple console.
-Administer and monitor heterogeneous and open systems, including Linux, Hyper-V and VMware.
-implement and manage Windows Server and Windows 10
Pros: I certainly was drawn to System Center for the functionality it could provide, and the feature set it included.
Cons: The one drawback I experienced with System Center was the difficulty I had in getting it set up. Unfortunately some of the online forum guides were either not for the version I had, or the end goal was different from my goals. I was never able to get System Center set up the way I wanted and ended up giving up on it.
Overall: I was using System Center to configure some automated configurations for a K12 school system, including machine imaging and configuration. I spent many hours going through the setup process using some popular forum posts regarding the setup, unfortunately, I ended up giving up on the setup.
His main tool SQL Server Management Studio it’s a great solution for DBA or Technology group, his GUI minimize tasks like backup, restore, change passwords or change security settings. For me as part of a security department it's important to audit a change user privileges with a single click. The ability to embed really anything in a stored proc or an agent job is nice for integrating other systems or using it to manage workflows. Great tools for diagnosing production issues like deadlocks.
His price could be a pain for IT departments, if you compared against other product or free editions. Sometimes customer support take too much time to solve an issue, it’s annoying that issue only can be solved by patching. Microsoft SQL Enterprise pricing has grown steadily over the years along with the processing power needed to run all of the different applications it supports.
We use SQL in finance, HR and Production. We would not be able to function as a company without Microsoft SQL as all of the connectors, login credentials and user interfaces would easily be supported by an alternative means.
For me the most important it’s do test on a free environment, evaluate if all your products are compatible with this solution and then contact an experienced partner.If you do not have a qualified Microsoft SQL Expert on your team, its well worth the additional expense to utilize a 3rd party or even Microsoft Professional services to assist in the setup of the database plus all of the connectors, monitors, tasks, etc.
Pros: I have experience in System Center Configuration Manager and the Operating System Deployment (OSD) has saved lot of man hours in company wide when re-configuring or deploying PCs over company. We can deploy a new PC with all relevant software and updates without single user interaction in less than 1 hour of time. The software center is a feature where users can self service software installation and OS upgrade for Windows 10 very easily.
Cons: The automated client deployment is giving trouble most of the time if the remote end is miss configured firewall or corrupted WMI. We have to sort those problems manually if we encounter such a problem.
Overall: We are using system center configuration manager for operating system deployment and have custom images created for department wise. If new PC deployment is required we are able to plug the new PC into the network and run the deployment process and the PC will install the OS and required software in less than 1 hour. We are applying patch update company wide regulatory using system center and helps keep all the system up to the date and secure. Software center used by users to request and self service software installation process which reduce the helpdesk burden.
SCCM has a ton of OS deployment and software features. We can easily create our custom software and operating system deployments and install them on the needed systems. Easily syncs with Active Directory which allows security group integration creating a "one stop" shop.
pretty big learning curve but there are tons of blogs and books for this software. Multiple servers needed for larger offices as well as a server to host the SQL database
If you are a larger company you should have several SCCM admins; it is a very robust product with tons of features. I would suggest one for OSD, one for Application creation and deployment and one for Windows Update deployment. Get familiar with MDT as we found it easier to create our WIM through that software and import it to SCCM.
Pros: I really like the ability to image a computer remotely. I also like the ability to see who was the last person to log into a computer, it really helps with tracking down a rogue computer.
Cons: The learning curve with SCCM is pretty high and can take a while to learn how to use it.
There are two versions available. Microsoft System Center Datacenter Edition that is available for $3,607 and Microsoft System Center Standard Edition is available for $1,323 and provides service validity for 2 years.
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