Configure Client Kit: Inventory Analysis

Use the Inventory Analysis settings to control the collection of inventory data from Client PCs:

    Windows Analyzer The analyzer collects hardware inventory data, such as device lists, card information and network data, from Client PCs. Because it collects much of the hardware inventory information used in Reports, it should only be disabled when investigating problems.

    The DMI BIOS checker collects hardware inventory data, such as the PC vendor and model, from the Client's BIOS using the Desktop Management Interface. Clear this check box to disable the collection of data through the DMI.

    The DOS CPU checker identifies the type and speed of the CPU installed in the Client when the information is not available from the DMI. Clear this check box to disable the direct collection of CPU data by the Client.

    Registry Identifications This setting controls the collection of the information added to a Client registry when an application is added or removed using a standard installer such as InstallShield or Windows Installer. Any software identified using this information is displayed in the Registry Identifications tab of the Software Identification Manager.

    Microsoft Serial Numbers This setting controls the collection of the serial numbers supplied during software installations on Clients.

Related Topics

Configuring Client Kit Defaults

Directory Snapshot Settings

Miscellaneous Settings

Offline Area Settings

Pre- and Post- Processing Settings

Software Metering Settings

User Prompt Settings