Snapshots

A new configuration snapshot is created following each successful scan. Each snapshot contains information about the hardware and software installed on the asset at the time of the scan.

To view all snapshots, switch to Snapshots mode in the main program window.

Viewing snapshot contents

Information collected at different points in time can be viewed in the Common reports mode. Use the snapshot list at the top of the main area to browse different snapshots.

By default, the mode displays information from the most recent snapshot.

Snapshot auto-deletion policy

By default, the maximum number of stored snapshots is 10. If necessary, this number can be changed.

In Storage Properties, you can configure the following snapshot storage settings:

  • Limit the number of stored snapshots: older snapshots are automatically deleted when new ones are created. The default limit is 10;
  • Specify maximum snapshot age: all snapshots older than the specified number of days will be automatically deleted;
  • Make the oldest snapshot exempt from automatic deletion.
  • Apply to all new storages: when enabled, these settings are applied to all newly created storages.

The Last Snapshot Age assistant displays snapshot age information directly on device icons in the network tree, making it easier to identify outdated inventory data.

You can also configure the corresponding alerts in Options -> Alerts.

Important

Increasing the number of stored snapshots increases the size of the storage. It may also affect program performance.

Deleting snapshots manually

To manage snapshots, open Snapshots mode.

Snapshots in the main area can be grouped in two different ways: by assets or by date. To switch between them, click one of the buttons at the top of the main area. Click the same button again to reverse the sort order.

When you hover over an asset, date, or snapshot, a small arrow button appears. Click it to open the pop-up menu for deleting snapshots.

When you hover over a menu command, the snapshots that will be deleted are highlighted in red.

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