2.13.7 Reducing load by distribution (ITDM-compatible distribution)
When large amounts of software and files are distributed from the management server to user computers, the network or computers might become overloaded. To prevent such an overload, you can restrict the network bandwidth used for the distribution function and set an upper limit on the amount of data transferred per second.
Controlling the network bandwidth
If you specify a maximum transfer rate in the setup for JP1/IT Desktop Management 2, the network bandwidth is controlled and data transfers will be limited to that setting. The maximum transfer rate is the maximum value that can be used for sending and receiving data between the management server and agent-installed computers. If the total amount of data sent and received per second reaches the specified upper limit, data transfer is temporarily suspended on the management server. This enables you to transfer data without overloading the network.
You can specify the maximum transfer rate in the Setup dialog box for the management server.
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Set an upper limit on the amount of data transferred per second
You can set an upper limit (percentage) on the amount of data transferred per second when packages are distributed to computers. If you set this percentage, computers will adjust the download interval when downloading packages. As a result, network business traffic such as sending or receiving email will be less affected.
You can set the upper limit of the amount of transferred data in Flow Control under Timing of communication with the higher system under Basic settings in the agent configurations. This item is used for maintaining compatibility with the setting in JP1/IT Desktop Management. Do not specify the upper limit of the amount of transferred data, except when you want the same behavior as JP1/IT Desktop Management. If you specify this value, ITDM-compatible distribution might delay so that installation of software or update program and uninstallation of unnecessary software might take a longer time.