Comparison of Snow Inventory Server roles
The table describes the major differences in the Snow Inventory Server roles.
| Functionality | Master Server | Service Gateway | Standalone Receiver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Requires a license | X | - | - |
| Requires a database connection | X | - | - |
| Provides Cloud metering API | X | - | - |
| Can be configured through Snow MACC (Admin Console) | X | X | - |
| Supports distribution of agent configurations | X | X | - |
| Supports Network Discovery and Active Directory Discovery | X | X | - |
| Supports deployment of agents | X | X | - |
| Supports automatic updates (via Snow Update Service, SUS) | X | X | - |
| Provides legacy API for IDR/web application metering | X | X | - |
| Supports data gathering from agents, SIM connectors, and legacy clients | X | X | X |
| Can be used in isolated networks | X | - | X |