ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager
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What it is
ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager manages configuration and change workflows for switches, routers, firewalls, and other network devices. It schedules configuration backups, tracks changes in real time, and supports version comparison and rollback to trusted configurations. Configlets and scripts can automate tasks and apply changes in bulk. The product checks device configurations against defined policies and standards, supports compliance reporting, and identifies firmware vulnerabilities with CVE IDs, severity information, and patch links. The product page says it supports devices from more than 200 vendors and encrypts retrieved configuration data with AES 256-bit encryption. This is an on-premises product, with Windows and Linux installers and Android and iOS apps for viewing backups, changes, vulnerabilities, compliance, and user activity. The Free Edition covers two devices. Professional is $238 a year for a 10-device pack; Enterprise is $3,358 a year for a 250-device pack. Both paid editions list 24x5 technical support.
Spec sheet
- What it does
- Network Configuration Manager is a web-based, multi-vendor configuration, change and compliance manager for switches, routers, firewalls and other network devices.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Purpose
- Network Configuration Manager manages configuration and change workflows for switches, routers, firewalls, and other network devices.Read 30 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- Integrations
- The OpManager add-on documentation lists integrations with Password Manager Pro, ServiceDesk Plus and ServiceNow.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Security
- The product page says configuration data retrieved from devices is encrypted using AES 256-bit encryption and stored in the database.Read 30 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- Compliance
- Built-in and custom policies cover CIS, HIPAA, SOX, PCI and Cisco IOS compliance checks.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Support
- The product page lists 24x5 technical support for the Professional and Enterprise editions.Read 30 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- License
- The EULA grants a proprietary, non-transferable license and prohibits redistribution, modification, reverse engineering and multi-server installation.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Headquarters
- Pleasanton, California, United StatesRead 23 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- Founded
- 1996Read 23 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- Android app dependency
- The Google Play app requires the desktop Network Configuration Manager version 128184 or later.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Approval workflow
- Role controls let operators request uploads while administrators approve or reject them.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Automation
- Configlets and command tasks apply scripted configuration operations in bulk across devices.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Backups
- It schedules configuration backups and supports version comparison and rollback to trusted configurations.Read 30 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- Change tracking
- Real-time monitoring records configuration changes and can issue alerts or automatically roll devices back.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Company facts
- LinkedIn lists ManageEngine as privately held, founded in 2002, headquartered in Del Valle, Texas, with 5,001–10,000 employees.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
- Company ownership
- ManageEngine is the enterprise IT management division of Zoho Corporation.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Configuration backups
- It schedules backups and can trigger automated backups when a configuration change is detected.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Deployment requirements
- The download page offers Windows and Linux installers; the help page documents supported Windows and Linux server operating systems.Read 30 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- Device REST management
- REST-based device configuration management is documented for Fortigate and Palo Alto, with Juniper, Arista and Cisco FTD listed as planned support.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Device support
- The product page says the editions support devices from more than 200 vendors.Read 30 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- Distributed deployment
- Enterprise Edition uses central and probe components to manage geographically distributed networks and up to 50,000 devices.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Documentation depth
- The help center includes installation, operating-system requirements, ports, database migration, licensing, REST API reference and troubleshooting material.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Enterprise deployment
- The Enterprise edition supports distributed environments, automatic data synchronization, and central reporting.Read 30 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- Firmware vulnerabilities
- It identifies devices with firmware vulnerabilities and provides CVE IDs, severity information, and patch links.Read 30 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- Firmware vulnerability management
- The vulnerability module lists affected devices with CVE identifiers, severity and patch links, using synchronized vulnerability data.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Integration
- Integration with ServiceDesk Plus can create tickets for configuration upload requests and backup failures.Read 30 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- Limit: device coverage gaps
- GetApp reviewers report missing compliance information for HP Aruba switches, while TrustRadius cites Huawei integration limitations.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
- Limit: interface and reporting
- Reviewers cite a dated or cluttered interface, limited report customization and extra effort for advanced reporting.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
- Limit: scalability and performance
- Independent reviews mention lag in very large environments, sluggish dashboards and occasional delays in configuration comparisons.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
- Limit: setup and learning curve
- G2, Gartner and TrustRadius reviewers report that initial setup, onboarding and policy tuning can be complex or time-consuming.Read 15 Oct 2026 · gartner.com
- Mobile access
- The mobile app for Android and iOS provides views of backups, changes, firmware vulnerabilities, compliance, and user activities.Read 30 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- Mobile app
- ManageEngine provides Android and iPhone apps for backups, change review, compliance, vulnerabilities, comparisons and alarms.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Praise: automation and recovery
- G2 reviewers repeatedly praise automated backups, change tracking, compliance visibility, configuration restoration and reduced manual work.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
- Praise: centralized management
- TrustRadius reviewers repeatedly value a single dashboard, multi-vendor inventory, bulk configuration deployment and rollback.Read 15 Oct 2026 · trustradius.com
- Public REST API
- A documented JSON REST API uses an account API key and exposes operations including configlets, schedules, approvals and configuration exports.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Rating on G2
- 4.5 out of 5 from 44 reviews.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
- Rating on Gartner Peer Insights
- 4.4 out of 5 from 76 ratings.Read 15 Oct 2026 · gartner.com
- Rating on GetApp
- 4.5 out of 5 from 294 reviews.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
- Rating on Trustpilot
- 3.2 out of 5 from 15 reviews.Read 15 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com
- Rating on TrustRadius
- 8.9 out of 10 from 7 reviews and ratings.Read 15 Oct 2026 · trustradius.com
- Release news
- Build 12.9.136 dated September 3, 2026 added SonicOS REST support, subnet discovery and new SNMP schedule notifications.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Scale
- The Professional edition supports up to 10,000 devices and Enterprise up to 50,000 devices, according to the product page.Read 30 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
- Security certifications
- ManageEngine's security policy states that Zoho holds ISO 27001, ISO/IEC 27701 and SOC 2 Type II certifications applicable to ManageEngine ITOM.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Security encryption
- The product page states that retrieved configuration data is encrypted with AES-256 in its database.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Self-hosting
- Installers are provided for Windows and Linux, with central and probe binaries for Enterprise Edition.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- ServiceDesk Plus integration
- ServiceDesk Plus integration automatically creates and closes tickets for upload requests and backup failures.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- System requirements
- Current production support lists Windows Server 2025/2022/2019/2016 and Linux distributions including Ubuntu, Red Hat, CentOS Stream, Rocky and Debian.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
- Version comparison
- The product keeps incremental configuration versions and supports side-by-side, color-coded diffs.Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
Plans and prices
Free Free 2 devices · configuration backup · configlets · change detection · compliance · reports · 200+ vendor support Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
Free Edition Free Free without a license 2 devices Read 30 Sep 2026 · manageengine.com
Trial Free 30 days Unlimited devices · evaluation edition Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
Professional Edition $238 a year 10 Devices Pack with 2 Users; AMS included 10–10,000 devices · starts with 2 users Read 30 Sep 2026 · store.manageengine.com
Professional Edition $238 a year annual 10 devices shown by G2 · paid device-based licensing Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Enterprise Edition $3,358 a year 250 Devices Pack with 2 Users; AMS included 250–30,000 devices · distributed environment support Read 30 Sep 2026 · store.manageengine.com
Enterprise Priced on request Up to 50,000 devices · distributed environment · data synchronization · automatic updates · 24x5 support Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
Professional Priced on request Up to 10,000 devices · 24x5 support Read 15 Oct 2026 · manageengine.com
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Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Schedules backups and supports rollback
- Automates configuration changes across devices
- Checks configurations against standards and policies
- Mobile apps show backups, changes, and compliance
Limits
- Free Edition covers only two devices
- Professional starts at $238 a year
- Enterprise starts at $3,358 a year
- On-premises deployment requires Windows or Linux servers
Who it suits
It suits network teams that need configuration backups, change tracking, policy checks, or bulk automation. Enterprise also targets distributed environments requiring synchronization and central reporting.
ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager in depth
Read the full write-up
Overview
ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager is an on-premises system for controlling configurations across switches, routers, firewalls, and other network devices. It suits network teams that need repeatable backups, change oversight, automation, and compliance checks in one place. Its breadth is useful as networks grow, but the free edition’s two-device ceiling makes it a small-scale evaluation option, not a production tier for most teams.
Key features
Recovery and change oversight
Scheduled backups, version comparisons, and rollback provide a practical way to recover from unwanted configuration changes. Real-time change tracking and notifications can help administrators catch unexpected edits, provided someone is assigned to review and respond to them. Network discovery and configuration management support the broader workflow.
Automation, policy, and firmware
Configlets and scripts automate routine work and can push changes to devices in bulk, making this more capable than a backup-only utility for teams managing repeated changes. Policy checks compare configurations with defined standards and generate compliance reports. Firmware vulnerability identification adds CVE IDs, severity information, and patch links, which helps prioritize remediation. Configuration data retrieved from devices is encrypted with AES 256-bit encryption and stored in the database.
Scale and integrations
The product supports devices from more than 200 vendors. Professional is described as supporting up to 10,000 devices, while Enterprise is described as reaching 50,000; the Enterprise plan’s stated priced range is 250–30,000 devices, so buyers should distinguish that range from the broader product-page capacity claim. Enterprise adds distributed-environment support, automatic data synchronization, and central reporting. ServiceDesk Plus integration can create tickets for configuration upload requests and backup failures. Professional and Enterprise include 24x5 technical support.
Pricing
The model is freemium, with a free plan and a 30-day trial. The Free Edition costs nothing, billed Free without a license, and is capped at 2 devices. That can cover a small evaluation or a very limited setup, but not a typical network fleet.
Professional Edition costs $238 a year, billed as a 10 Devices Pack with 2 Users, with AMS included. It covers 10–10,000 devices and starts with 2 users. This is the practical choice for teams needing a supported, larger deployment without Enterprise’s distributed-environment capabilities.
Enterprise Edition costs $3,358 a year, billed as a 250 Devices Pack with 2 Users, with AMS included. Its stated range is 250–30,000 devices and it adds distributed-environment support. It fits larger, geographically distributed operations that need synchronization and central reporting; the higher annual commitment and 250-device starting pack make it excessive for smaller networks. No other seat expansion terms are stated.
Platforms
The product is listed for Android, iOS, Linux, self-hosted, web, and Windows. The deployment model is on-premises, and the download page offers Windows and Linux installers; supported server operating systems are documented for Windows and Linux. The Android and iOS app provides views of backups, changes, firmware vulnerabilities, compliance, and user activities, useful for checking status away from the management console.
Who it's for
Choose it if your team manages a meaningful fleet of network devices and wants configuration recovery, controlled bulk changes, policy review, and firmware vulnerability context together. The Professional and Enterprise tiers suit organizations that need higher device capacity and 24x5 support. Look elsewhere if you only need a lightweight configuration archive, or if a two-device ceiling is too restrictive for evaluation.
Pros and cons
Pros: Backup scheduling, comparison, and rollback provide a recovery path rather than simply retaining snapshots.
Pros: Automation and compliance checks extend its value to repeatable operations and policy review.
Pros: Broad vendor coverage, vulnerability context, and enterprise synchronization address distinct network-management needs.
Cons: The free edition’s 2-device cap is too small for most production environments.
Cons: Enterprise starts with a 250-device pack at $3,358 a year, a substantial commitment for smaller teams.
Cons: The Enterprise capacity claims differ: 50,000 devices on the product page versus 250–30,000 in the plan range.
Alternatives
For a free configuration-management option, Unimus gives 10 device licences with no time limit and all features except Compliance and SAML/OIDC, making it a better fit when a ten-device free allowance matters more than compliance functions. rConfig is worth considering when an unlimited-device, MIT-licensed Core edition running on your hardware is the priority; its Starter plan costs $3,900 as a one-time purchase for up to 300 devices and adds restore and deployment. Oxidized is a free, self-hosted option for teams that prefer Apache-2.0-licensed software.
NetBrain uses subscription licensing by network component and seat, with Change Management and Application Assurance as add-on modules; consider it when that licensing structure and modular approach fit your requirements. Gluware offers a one-year renewable Community Edition for up to 20 devices, with its application suite except Topology, plus community support and on-demand training. Netpicker offers a free-for-life Foundation plan with unlimited devices, one user, and Professional features for 10 devices. Infoblox Cloud Network Automation uses token-based licensing, with tokens purchased as an allowance over an agreement term. Arista NG Firewall is another freemium option.
Browse Network Configuration Management Software, Network Management Software, and Network Automation Software for more options in adjacent categories.
Verdict
ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager is a strong fit for network teams that need more than backups: it combines rollback, change visibility, bulk automation, compliance review, and firmware vulnerability context, with larger editions for growing fleets. Choose Professional for a substantial single-environment deployment; choose Enterprise when distributed operation and central reporting justify its higher cost. Look elsewhere for a production-ready free tier or a smaller, simpler backup tool.
Verdict
The listed functions cover configuration backup, change management, automation, and compliance review. Compare the device limits and annual plan costs with your network scale before selecting an edition.
Where Specifiction places it
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