Physical network maps

• Follows the physical wires and devices
• Can include physical rack locations

Logical Network Maps

• Show high level views, such as WAN layout, application flows
• Useful for planning and collaboration

Rack diagrams

• Give a physical view as if you were standing in front of the rack
• Each rack U is shown

Cable maps and diagrams

• Shows the physical cable and fiber

Network Diagrams

• Combine layers 1, 2, and 3 of the OSI model
• Physical interfaces, switches/MAC addresses, routers/IPs

Asset Management

• All types of equipment are tagged to keep track of information about them and their history

Asset Database

• Database that combines asset tags, the devices components, and users
• Central asset tracking system, used for assigned users, warranty, and software licensing

IP Address Management (IPAM)

• Plan, track, and configure DHCP
• Report on IP address usage, user-IP mapping
• Identify problems with DHCP
• Manage entire organizations IPv4 and IPv6 addressing

Service Level Agreement (SLA)

• Contract with an internet provider
• Defines minimum level of service required for a contract
• Example: "Service must be up 99% of the time"

Site Surveys

• Determine existing wireless spectrum
• Determine where access points are (existing or planned)
• Work around existing frequencies
• Heat maps