Running head: FCAPS

FCAPS

DeVry University
NETW420

John Tang
Jan 25, 2014

In this week’s Assignment, I am going to briefly explain and describe the five network management categories that make up the FCAPS. They all have an important role and figure within the network management team, and they all know what to do and what their job description is based on the problem that happens and occurs within the company. FCAPS is a network management framework created by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The five network management categories within the FCAPS are: * Fault Management * Configuration Management * Accounting (Administration) * Performance Management * Security Management

They all have an important role within the company that they must do, and they all get paid differently based on what they are doing, some of them it can be a job promotion over time, for some of them it can be a demotion. But it all depends on the company. Most companies like to pay all of their workers the same based on their knowledge and skills, and their work performance, or then their job description.
At the fault management level, network problems are found and corrected. Potential future problems are identified and steps are taken to prevent them from occurring or recurring. With fault management, the network stays operational, and downtime is minimized. Define thresholds for potential failure conditions. Properly implemented, fault management can keep a network running at an optimum level, provide a measure of fault tolerance and minimize downtime.
At the configuration management level, network operation is monitored and controlled. Hardware and programming changes, including the addition of new equipment and programs, modification of existing systems, and removal of obsolete systems and programs, are coordinated. At the C level, inventory of equipment and programs is kept and updated regularly. Configuration management is the process of organizing and maintaining information about all the components of a computer network. When a network needs repair, modification, expansion or upgrading, the administrator refers to the network configuration management database to determine the best course of action. This database contains the locations and network addresses of all hardware devices, as well as information about the programs, versions and updates installed in network computers.
The accounting management level, which might also be called the allocation level, is devoted to distributing resources optimally and fairly among network subscribers. This makes the most effective use of the systems available, minimizing the cost of operation. The A level is also responsible for ensuring that users are billed appropriately.
The performance management level is involved with managing the overall performance of the network. Throughput is maximized, network bottlenecks are avoided, and potential problems are identified. A major part of the effort is to identify which improvements will yield the greatest overall performance enhancement.
At the security management level, the network is protected against hackers, unauthorized users, and physical or electronic sabotage. The confidentiality of user information is maintained where necessary or warranted. Security systems also allow network administrators to control what each individual authorized user can (and cannot) do with the system.

References http://www.2000trainers.com/ccda-study-guide/iso-network-management/ http://searchnetworking.techtarget.com/definition/FCAPS