Based on the type of cluster provider and the version of cluster providers, not all properties are available at all times. If a property does not have a value, the property does not appear on this page. This page is for all clusters except for MSCS clusters. They are monitored using Cluster Monitor. Refer to Tools that Extend Management - Cluster Monitor for more information.
Health Status
Each link under Health Status, links to the System Page of a cluster member. The cluster status is a combination of the cluster member statuses included in the cluster. The most critical status is displayed.
Identification
Address.
This is the IP address of the cluster.
Preferred System Name.
This is the name shown for the system. When available, it defaults to the host name from DNS. You can override this through the Edit System Properties link under the Tools & Links tab.
Network Name.
If available, this is the fully qualified DNS name. Reverse DNS lookups by IP address must be enabled and match a forward lookup.
Product Description
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Cluster Name.
This is the name of the cluster.
System Type. This is the basic system type returned from identification
Cluster Type. This is the basic cluster type returned from identification.
Product Model.
This is the product model (name) as defined by the manufacturer.
OS Name.
This is the longer operating system name for the system and is used for filtering in operating system-based system collections.
OS For Tool Filtering.
This is the short name of the operating system used for tool filter definition files.
Management Protocols.
This is the management protocols that have responded when attempting to identify the system.
Note: If more protocols are expected, verify the credentials configured on the System Protocol Settings page.