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Today, we’re thrilled to unveil an enhanced version of this innovation, which has been highly sought after by users seeking seamless cross-account and cross-Region control over node management at scale.
The innovative System Supervisor capability provides unified insights into a diverse array of managed nodes, including instances, containers, virtual machines across multiple cloud providers, on-premises servers, and edge devices, thereby offering centralized visibility. These nodes, referred to as “managed nodes,” are integrated after installation and connected to the Method Supervisor.
When an SSM Agent ceases functioning on a node for any reason, Method Supervisor loses connectivity, and that node becomes classified as an “unmanaged node.” The latest update enables Method Supervisor to more effectively identify and troubleshoot these unmanaged nodes. You’ll be able to run and schedule an automated prognosis, yielding valuable runbooks that guide you in executing fixes to restore connectivity and transform the affected nodes into managed ones again.
Built-in is now a seamless integration with the most successful generative AI-powered assistant specifically designed for software development methodologies, allowing Methods Supervisors to streamline their workflow and optimize project outcomes. On your managed nodes, you’ll be able to pose inquiries to Amazon Q Developer using natural language, which will provide swift insights along with links directly to Method Supervisor, where you can take action or explore further.
With this launch, administrators can now seamlessly manage nodes across their group, thanks to the new integration with Method Manager, allowing for centralized handling of delegated tasks.
Let’s examine a swift instance that showcases several of these innovative features.
As a cloud platform engineer, I’m tasked with devising a comprehensive migration plan to upgrade all nodes running Windows Server 2016 Datacenter in our organization.
To leverage the newly introduced Methods Supervisor expertise, we will quickly gather information about every node essential for our strategic plan, ensuring a comprehensive and well-structured framework.
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Utilize Amazon Q Developer’s natural language processing capabilities by simply asking the question or topic you’re interested in discovering, allowing for a seamless and intuitive inquiry experience. Utilizing the AWS Console, I opened the Amazon QuickSight chatbot and began typing. Identify all managed nodes running Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Datacenter within your organization..
Amazon quickly reappears with a solution: it presents a list of the top 10 matching nodes, each accompanied by a concise summary.
Additionally, there’s a hyperlink that directs users to the newly launched webpage within System Manager, where they can learn more information. Let’s comply with it.
The web page provides a comprehensive overview of all managed nodes within your organization’s network, offering intuitive grouping and filtering options for expedient access. Upon examining these outcomes, we find that they have been pre-filtered to provide a comprehensive list of active nodes.
This is an intriguing start! While we could conclude by downloading the report and incorporating the nodes into our migration strategy, this webpage primarily provides information on your managed nodes alone. Isn’t it possible that we should account for unmanaged nodes in our strategy? Let’s discover out.
Browse to the website’s main page and access the dropdown menu. Here you can view a comprehensive dashboard featuring intuitive widgets showcasing interactive charts that enable you to delve deeper, explore further insights, and execute actions directly on your nodes. The pie chart provides insight into the types of managed nodes currently present, while the graph offers a comprehensive overview of all distinct SSM Agent variants operating across these nodes. You can also customize this view by including and rearranging widgets to suit your needs?
To verify that all unmanaged nodes are accounted for, we intend to review the current infrastructure to identify any that require inclusion in our migration strategy. The widget undeniably indicates the presence of two unmanaged nodes. If these nodes lack the SSM Agent installation, manual examination becomes a necessity to uncover any potential issues. Notwithstanding this, it may also suggest that there are issues with the SSM agent’s permissions or community connectivity hindering Method Supervisor from controlling these nodes and handling them as if they were another managed node. The newly introduced Method Supervision skill empowers you to seamlessly troubleshoot and resolve issues with SSM Brokers, allowing us to tackle this challenge head-on.
Let us select the segment of the diagram showcasing our uncontrolled servers. Does this prompt an option to initiate a comprehensive analysis of all our unmonitored nodes with the simplicity of a single click? Let’s run this.
The diagnosis indicates that configuration issues comparable to absent endpoint definitions, incorrect VPC DNS settings, or inadequate occasion security controls might be hindering the SSM Agent’s connection to Session Manager. Once the scanning process is complete, we expect to observe two notable discoveries. The solution also furnishes a hyperlink that opens a facet panel, featuring a valuable runbook that can be executed to rectify issues, accompanied by links to relevant documentation and resources.
Upon selecting the relevant runbook, you are provided with a comprehensive preview that delves into the modifications, featuring a holistic overview of the actions to be taken, accompanied by an explanation of the input parameters used, as well as a link to access a detailed breakdown of the steps involved and the target nodes for this execution.
Let’s proceed with executing the plan. When considering the potential use of these services, please take note that they may occasionally incur additional costs, and it’s essential to review any associated pricing before proceeding. You will be able to track and regulate progress on this webpage as it follows a step-by-step approach to address issues at each node.
Aha! After completing the remediation process, the Methods Supervisor successfully utilised the SSM Agent on a system comprising two nodes to identify and rectify any discrepancies found. Once the Methods Supervisor is integrated with the SSM Agent on those nodes, they seamlessly transition into “managed nodes,” allowing for efficient coordination between them. To verify this, simply revisit the webpage and observe that the count of “unmanaged nodes” has decreased to zero.
With all our nodes now under management, we’re able to obtain a comprehensive list of individuals requiring inclusion in our migration strategy.
On the webpage, we notice a significant change: the reliability for nodes operating Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Datacenter has increased from ten to twelve. These previously unmanaged nodes, which we have successfully connected via automated forecasting, are undoubtedly functioning within our intended operational framework.
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That’s it! With our comprehensive CSV in hand, we now possess a rich repository of node-specific data detailing those areas of our infrastructure requiring upgrades. And the most effective half? When you’re ready to move forward with the migration, utilize Methods Supervisor to streamline the process.
Methods Supervisor provides unparalleled insights and control over your computer infrastructure, empowering you to effortlessly execute large-scale operations. The innovative solution offers a unified, real-time visual representation of all nodes across multiple AWS accounts, on-premises, and hybrid/multicloud environments through an intuitive, centralized dashboard, seamlessly integrating with Amazon QuickSight for natural language processing and featuring one-touch SSM Agent diagnostics. Access the Methods Manager console without additional cost or investment by simply following the intuitive guidance to unlock the latest skills.
To acquire additional training, consult with the office regarding the supplementary elements pertinent to the newly developed Methods Supervisor qualifications.
Let’s explore this innovative tool?
