Removing Endpoint Central Distribution Servers

At Set3, we pride ourselves on delivering expert guidance that helps our customers optimise their IT infrastructure using ManageEngine solutions. Our deep expertise in Endpoint Central allows us to provide tailored recommendations that improve efficiency and performance. Recently, we assisted a customer in understanding the implications of removing Endpoint Central distribution servers.

Understanding the Impact of Removing Distribution Servers

The customer had two distribution servers supporting their Endpoint Central setup—one in the South and one in the North of the UK. These servers played a crucial role in providing a localised repository for software and patch deployments, ensuring files were not repeatedly downloaded across the internet for each agent at their respective sites.

With an infrastructure migration planned for several months ahead, the customer was considering whether they could start removing these Endpoint Central distribution servers early. Their primary concern was whether this would negatively impact their ability to deploy software updates and patches efficiently, particularly regarding increased bandwidth usage.

Removing Endpoint Central Distribution Servers: Our Expert Guidance

Leveraging our extensive experience with Endpoint Central, our team provided clear, detailed insights into the role of distribution servers and how their removal would affect system operations. We explained that:

• Without distribution servers, every agent would need to download required files directly from the source, increasing bandwidth consumption.
• Software deployments would need to leverage the HTTP Repository if a centrally accessible network share was not an option.
• Bandwidth controls could be applied at the agent level to manage data transfer more efficiently, a method we commonly recommend for roaming users to ensure a seamless trickle-down of updates without overwhelming network resources.

The Outcome

Thanks to Set3’s deep expertise in Endpoint Central, the customer was able to make an informed decision regarding their infrastructure, and how removing Endpoint Central distribution servers would affect it. By implementing agent-level bandwidth controls, they maintained software deployment efficiency without causing undue strain on their network. Our specialised knowledge not only addressed their immediate concern but also provided them with a future-ready approach to managing software updates as their infrastructure evolved.

This case highlights how Set3’s mastery of Endpoint Central enables organisations to optimise their IT environments with confidence. Whether it’s Endpoint Central, ServiceDesk Plus, or broader IT strategy, Set3 is always ready to provide expert advice tailored to business needs.

Whilst ManageEngine does provide contracted support, at Set3 Solutions, we are committed to providing tailored assistance to help clients maximise the potential of tools like Endpoint Central. Find out more about our services here. Are you struggling with decommissioning distribution servers in Endpoint Central, or a similar challenge? Our team is ready to assist. Contact your local UK partner today.