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System Configuration for monitoring and control
involves setup of hardware, software, network
infrastructure and protocols that work together to
ensure real-time system performance management.
The primary goal is to collect data, analyze it and
execute control actions when necessary
6 System Configuration
Monitoring Devices and Sensors
Control Devices
Data Collection and Aggregation
Monitoring and Control Software
Communication Network
Control Center and User Interface
Monitoring Devices and Sensors
Collect real time data from various points within the system;
often use protocols like SNMP
Control Devices
Execute commands to manage
the system based on monitoring data; perform
adjustments like activating backups, shutting
down faulty units, or rerouting traffic
Data Collection and Aggregation -
Centralize and
store data from various sources
Monitoring and Control Software
Provides a visual interface for operators to observe and manage
systems; network monitoring tools like Zabbix
Communication Network
Facilitates reliable data
transmission between sensors, controllers, and
monitoring systems; LAN/WAN, VPNs, wireless or fiber
optic networks
Control Center and User Interface
Provide
operators with real-time insights and control options;
user roles and permissions are defined to ensure
secure operations
Standalone Configuration
single monitoring and control system managing a specific application or area
• Advantages: Simple setup and maintenance and cost-effective for small operations
• Limitations: No centralized oversight and limited scalability
Centralized Configuration
all monitoring and control functions are managed from one central control room or data center
• Advantages: Real-time visibility over all subsystems and easier coordination and decision-making
• Limitations: Risk of single point of failure and requires robust communication networks
Distributed Configuration
monitoring and control responsibilities are divided across multiple regional or remote control units, with a central system for oversight.
• Advantages: Improved fault tolerance and reduces latency in remote areas
• Limitations: Complex to manage and maintain and requires effective data synchronization
Hybrid Configuration
combines centralized and distributed configurations, offering both local control and centralized oversight.
• Advantages: Balances control between local and central systems and provides redundancy and flexibility
• Limitations: Higher cost and complexity
Cloud-Based Configuration
data from sensors and devices is sent to a cloud platform for analysis, monitoring, and control.
• Advantages: scalable, flexible and accessible from anywhere with internet connectivity
• Limitations: Reliant on stable internet connectivity and data security and privacy concerns
Redundant Configuration
designed with backup components and failover mechanisms to ensure continued operations during failures.
• Advantages: High system availability and reliability and prevents service interruptions
• Limitations: High implementation and maintenance costs
Mobile and Remote Configuration
provides monitoring and control through mobile applications or remote access portals.
• Advantages: Flexible access for operators in the field and reduces response time to issues
• Limitations: Security risks from remote access
In ______,
making configuration changes is a critical task that
involves adjusting settings, parameters, or
components to ensure the system operates efficiently
and meets operational requirements. These changes
can include software updates, hardware
replacements and network reconfigurations
System Monitoring and Control (SMC) systems
10- GENERAL TECHNIQUES FOR MAKING CONFIGURATION CHANGES
Change Management Process
Version Control and Configuration Management Tools
Redundancy and Failover Techniques
Configuration Validation and Simulation
Incremental or Phased Implementation
Backup and Recovery Procedures
Remote Management and Automation
Monitoring and Logging
Rollback and Recovery Plans
Documentation and Knowledge Management
Change Management Process
formal process
that governs how configuration changes are
planned, evaluated, and implemented
Version Control and Configuration
Management Tools
tools that track and manage
configuration changes, ensuring version control and
consistency
Redundancy and Failover Techniques
prevent
service disruptions
Configuration Validation and Simulation
Simulating configuration changes in a test or virtual
environment to predict the outcomes without
affecting the live system.
Incremental or Phased Implementation
applying configuration changes in stages to
minimize risks.
Backup and Recovery Procedures
Creating
backups of the current configuration before
making changes.
Remote Management and Automation
Using
remote access tools and automation scripts to perform
configuration changes
Monitoring and Logging
Continuously monitor the
system for unexpected behavior or performance
degradation during and after a configuration change
Rollback and Recovery Plans
Developing rollback
plans to revert changes if issues arise
Documentation and Knowledge Management
Documenting every step of the configuration change
for transparency and traceability
Implementing a planned major system change in a System Monitoring and Control (SMC) environment
requires a structured and well-coordinated process to
minimize risks, ensure operational continuity, and
maintain system integrity. A major change might
include hardware upgrades, software updates,
system migrations, or significant configuration
modifications
8 IMPLEMENTATION OF PLANNED MAJOR SYSTEM CHANGE
Change Identification and Assessment
Change Approval and Authorization
Planning and Preparation
Communication and Stakeholder Management
Testing and Validation
Implementation
Post-Implementation Review and Verification
Closure and Documentation