HCO Study Guide for 1.3

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Which privilege is NOT required to customize views or dashboards?

Manage Views

Manage Dashboards

Manage Users (correct)

Allow Administrator Rights

What is the first step in customizing views according to best practices?

Add widgets to the view

Specify views for device

Create an empty view (correct)

Limit objects on a view

Which action is NOT mentioned as part of widget configuration?

Use a view as a template

Delete views

Change widget colors (correct)

Optimize views for TV screens

Which method is suggested to improve the usability of views on mobile devices?

Limit objects on a view Signup and view all the answers

In order to manage classic dashboards, which privilege must be granted?

Manage Views Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key function of the Node Details page in the Summary view?

To view statistics monitored for a device Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of dividing information into subviews when customizing views?

To provide easier navigation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason to create a customized dashboard?

To delete views Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in limiting displayed devices on a classic dashboard in the SolarWinds Platform?

Go to a view on which you want to limit the displayed devices. Signup and view all the answers

In order to edit view limitations, which icon should you click on once you are on the desired view?

The pencil icon for editing. Signup and view all the answers

Which section must be accessed to change view limitations after clicking the pencil icon?

View Limitation. Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken after scrolling down to the View Limitation area?

Select the type of view limitation you want to apply. Signup and view all the answers

What does the process of limiting devices on a classic dashboard primarily serve as?

A means to enhance security features. Signup and view all the answers

Which settings path can lead you to manage dashboards/views if not accessing it from the main interface?

Settings > All Settings > Manage Dashboards/Views. Signup and view all the answers

How can administrators restrict which devices appear on a classic dashboard?

By applying view limitations in the settings. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the outcome of limiting objects on a classic dashboard?

Only authorized users can see relevant devices. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of clicking 'Validate query' in the SWQL query editor?

To check for syntax errors in the query. Signup and view all the answers

What color does the KPI box turn when the specified KPI exceeds the Warning threshold?

Yellow Signup and view all the answers

What must be done to keep the KPI box yellow until the KPI reaches a specific value?

Click the Warning and critical when below box. Signup and view all the answers

Which step follows expanding the Thresholds section in the widget configuration?

Select custom thresholds. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the KPI exceeds the Critical threshold?

The KPI box turns red. Signup and view all the answers

What is required to complete the widget configuration after defining thresholds?

Click 'Save Changes'. Signup and view all the answers

When adding a new KPI box to the widget, which action is necessary first?

Click 'Add new value'. Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of clicking 'Show records' in the query editor?

It displays the results returned by the query. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step to create a custom menu item for a new dashboard?

Select the dashboard and click Copy Link to Dashboard Signup and view all the answers

Which action is performed after providing the name and description for a new dashboard in the menu?

Paste the link into the URL field Signup and view all the answers

What workaround exists for renaming a modern dashboard?

Delete the original dashboard after duplicating it Signup and view all the answers

What might happen if you change the visibility of a modern dashboard?

You may need to refresh Manage Dashboards to see it Signup and view all the answers

Which issue might arise when adding numbers in different filters on the Manage Dashboards page?

The resulting total may not match Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the final steps to add a new dashboard into the menu?

Submit the changes made in editing Signup and view all the answers

What could indicate that your dashboard is hidden from view after a visibility change?

The dashboard not appearing until refreshed multiple times Signup and view all the answers

How do you add a new dashboard to a specific menu bar?

Click Edit for the Menu Bar you want to modify Signup and view all the answers

What is the latest published date mentioned for the content?

4/27/2020 Signup and view all the answers

Which version of the NPM is NOT listed in the content?

NPM 2024.2 Signup and view all the answers

What caution is provided regarding the use of third-party content?

You use it at your own risk. Signup and view all the answers

SolarWinds claims that their products are developed by which type of professionals?

Network and systems engineers Signup and view all the answers

What do the free trials provided by SolarWinds encompass?

All products from network to IT Security Signup and view all the answers

What type of content does the publication suggest incorporating into your environment?

Custom scripts or recommendations Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a feature mentioned about SolarWinds products?

High-cost Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized about the approach SolarWinds takes in their product development?

Connection to the IT community Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Show Best Status' option primarily display in a group of network devices?

The highest operational status of the group members Signup and view all the answers

Under which conditions does the 'Mixed Status shows Warning' option display a 'Mixed Availability' status?

The group contains a mix of up and down states with no warnings Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the 'Show Worst Status' mode in a group of devices?

Shows the worst state among all group members Signup and view all the answers

What group status would result from the states (Warning, Down, Unknown)?

Warning Signup and view all the answers

Which status is displayed when the group contains both Critical and Up states?

Critical Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a group is made up entirely of nodes that are in an 'Up' state?

Status is displayed as Up Signup and view all the answers

In the context of group statuses, what is meant by 'status rollup mode'?

Summarizing the operational status of all members Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of determining a group's status based on its members' statuses?

To foster redundancy and backup identification Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Time-Space-Interweb Continuum Rift

An unfortunate rift in the time-space-interweb continuum has landed the user in an unusual place.

404 Error Page

The page requested does not exist.
Users should use the search bar or other available options to find the correct page.

Limiting Objects on a SolarWinds Dashboard/View

Administrators can limit which devices appear on the dashboard/view.
Limit the devices displayed on a specific view.
Access View Limitation section
- Navigate to Settings > All Settings > Manage Dashboards/Views, and then select the view.
- Click Edit.
Select the desired view limitation type.
Specify the devices to include or exclude.
- Use wildcards (*).
- Limitations restrict views.

Configuring KPI Widgets for Modern Dashboards

KPI widgets display a single numeric metric.
Add multiple KPIs to dashboards.
Configure widget title and additional details.
- Input KPI name.
- Choose background color.
Specify metrics to display in the KPI box.
Configure thresholds to change the color when the data exceeds a set value (e.g., critical/warning).
Reorder/rename KPI boxes.
Delete KPI boxes.
Save changes.

Renaming KPI Boxes, Changing Backgrounds or Units

Click three dots -> Edit Widget.
Update KPI name within Label box.
Change background/unit settings.
Click Save Changes.

Deleting a KPI Box

Click three dots -> Edit Widget.
Locate and click the bin icon to delete the unwanted KPI.
Click Save Changes.

This article describes how to create a custom menu bar that displays a specific URL.
Customizable menu bars allow for customized URLs for specific menu bar items.
Procedure
- Navigate to Settings > Manage Views > Add New View.
- Add new view name.
- Select the desired view settings (e.g., interface details).
- Click Submit.
- Edit the desired Menu bar, add the named item and URL, click OK.

Defining User Access in SolarWinds Platform

Administrators can define user permissions and access rights.
Tasks include logging in, managing accounts, and defining login options.
- Ability to manage accounts and login options.
- Ability to temporally enable/disable user accounts.
- Ability to set account expirations.
- Log in immediately, or only temporarily, depending on the user's designated role.
Define what the users can access and do within the SolarWinds Platform.

Limiting Users to Specific Network Areas

Account limitations restrict user access to specific network areas.
Limitations can be based on departments, devices, device roles, or geographic locations.

Creating Custom Properties in SolarWinds Platform

Custom properties add custom labels to monitored objects.
Custom properties are used for grouping, alerts, reports, and dashboards.
Create/configure custom properties within various views (e.g., Manage custom properties view, legacy view.).
Assign values to properties for different entities or groups.
Filter which entities to display.
Input/assign values to new properties.

Import Custom Property Values

Import custom property values into the SolarWinds Platform from external data sources
The data must be formatted as a table.
Import/overwrite existing values or only updated values; the option exists to change this behavior
Match imported columns to existing SolarWinds Platform columns.
Data must not include any special characters, such as commas.

Remove Custom Property

Remove custom properties before removing them from the SolarWinds Platform.
Remove custom property from alerts and reports.
Remove the custom property from the SolarWinds Platform.

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Test your knowledge on the best practices for customizing views and dashboards within the SolarWinds Platform. This quiz covers important privileges, configuration methods, and usability improvements for mobile devices. Enhance your understanding of dashboard management and view limitations.