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C H A P T E R

Overview

The Hosting Solution Engine manages Cisco devices in Web hosting and 

e commerce operation data centers. It provides status and performance 

information about the network infrastructure and Layer 4 7 hosted services 

(including SSL and CSM). These topics provide an overview of the Hosting 

Solution Engine:

Understanding the Features, page 1 1

Understanding How the Hosting Solution Engine Works, page 1 2

Understanding the Hosting Solution Engine Interface, page 1 3

Understanding the Features

The Hosting Solution Engine has the following major features:

Performance and Device Monitoring

Allows real time monitoring for routers, switches, firewalls, and server load 

balancing devices. It also provides proactive Layer 4 7 e business service 

monitoring.

Reporting

Allows you to track server loads, usage, and other trends. The reports can be 

emailed, printed, or exported. 

Customizing

Allows you to set up and view information the way you want it displayed.

User Guide for the CiscoWorks Hosting Solution Engine 1.8.1

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