{"id":8015,"date":"2021-12-16T14:26:40","date_gmt":"2021-12-16T12:26:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tekmart.co.za\/t-blog\/?p=8015"},"modified":"2021-12-16T14:30:59","modified_gmt":"2021-12-16T12:30:59","slug":"fcaps-fault-configuration-accounting-performance-and-security-an-experts-explanation-with-some-practical-examples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tekmart.co.za\/t-blog\/fcaps-fault-configuration-accounting-performance-and-security-an-experts-explanation-with-some-practical-examples\/","title":{"rendered":"FCAPS (fault, configuration, accounting, performance and security); an expert’s explanation with some practical examples."},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time-approximately:<\/span> 3<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>\n

FCAPS (fault, configuration, accounting, performance and security) is a network management framework created by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The primary objective of this network management model is to better understand the major functions of network management systems.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Introduced in the early 1980s, the goal was to move away from a reactive form of network management to a proactive approach — for example, to empower administrators to take more control of their infrastructure to identify and rectify minor issues before they become major problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What does FCAPS<\/em> stand for?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

FCAPS<\/em> is an acronym for the five working levels of network management: fault, configuration, accounting, performance and security. The FCAPS model is also known as the ISO network management model<\/em> or the OSI network management model<\/em>. Sometimes, it is also referred to as the OSI\/ISO network management model<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fault management level<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Network faults happen. This makes it critical to find them early before they cause serious issues. In the FCAPS model of network management, organizations can find and correct network problems at the fault management level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, the ability to detect, isolate, log and fix potential faults is a necessary component of every network. By reviewing historical fault data, network administrators can also identify patterns and trends to enhance proactive measures that help significantly improve network stability.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

For example, you can also identify potential future issues and take steps to prevent them from occurring or recurring. With fault management, the network stays operational, while minimizing any potential downtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Configuration management level<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Configuration management plays a crucial role within the network. For example, it helps network administrators track and manage deployments and related upkeep in a centralized manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Configuration management is a critical operational capability as it establishes the foundation for all other network management functions. To make this process user-friendly and as seamless as possible, organizations must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n