Patch Manager System Configuration node
Use the Patch Manager System Configuration node to configure the groups, servers, and settings in your Patch Manager deployment.
Using this node, you can:
- Create a management group to manage the domains, workgroups, and WSUS servers in a specific location or group
- Configure and manage the Application Server for load balancing, separate business units, or users at different locations
- Configure and manage the Management Server to store inventory data for management resources in secondary management groups
- Set up and manage the security settings (such as credential rings and security roles) in your Patch Manager deployment
Below is a description of each child node in the Patch Manager System Configuration node.
| Child Node | Description |
|---|---|
| Management Groups |
Contains a child node for each Patch Manager management group. By default, this node includes the Managed Enterprise management group. A management group is a container of computers managed by a single Patch Manager server in the Management role. |
| Patch Manager Servers | Contains a child node for the Application Server and Management Server roles in your SolarWinds Patch Manager environment. Each child node displays a list of servers in the selected role. |
| Security and User Management |
Contains tabs to view and manage the security and user settings in your Patch Manager deployment. These settings include:
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