9.2. Requirements for Asset Intelligence

The Asset Intelligence feature in Configuration Manager 2007 has both external and internal dependencies that will need to be considered when using Asset Intelligence. Those requirements include the following:

  • Client agent requirements

  • Modification of the MOF that defines what is collected by hardware inventory

  • Site maintenance task requirements

  • Windows event log requirements

9.2.1. Client Agent Prerequisites

The Asset Intelligence reports are based on information gathered through hardware and software inventory. To get the necessary information from clients for all Asset Intelligence reports, you must enable these client agents:

  • Hardware Inventory Client Agent

  • Software Metering Client Agent

9.2.1.1. Hardware ...

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