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Description
The SolarWinds Additional Polling Engine (APE) is the key to scaling your monitoring environment. A single SolarWinds server has a limit on how many elements it can poll (typically around 12,000). To monitor larger networks, you add APEs.
This Subscription License allows you to deploy one additional polling server. It seamlessly integrates with your main database and console, appearing as a unified system. You can distribute the polling load across multiple servers or place APEs in remote data centers for local polling.
Key Benefits
- Unlimited Scale: Add as many APEs as needed to monitor 100,000+ elements from a single pane of glass.
- Geographic Distribution: Place APEs in London, New York, and Tokyo to poll devices locally and reduce WAN latency.
- Load Balancing: Automatically balance the polling load between servers to ensure no single engine is overwhelmed.
- Redundancy: If one APE fails, you can re-assign its nodes to another engine (manual) or use HA (automatic) to maintain visibility.
Why Buy From Softech.store?
- ✔ Authorized Distributor: We guarantee authentic licenses and direct manufacturer support.
- ✔ Capacity Planning: We analyze your "Polling Completion Rate" to tell you exactly when you need to buy an APE.
APE vs. Main Poller
| Feature | Main Polling Engine | Additional Polling Engine |
|---|---|---|
| Role | Primary / Mandatory | Secondary / Scalability |
| Capacity (Approx) | ~12,000 Elements | +12,000 Elements each |
| Database | Hosts/Connects to SQL | Writes to Main SQL |
Trending FAQs: Scalability
Q: How many elements does an APE add?
A: A standard APE adds capacity for approximately 10,000 to 12,000 additional elements (Nodes/Interfaces/Volumes), assuming standard polling intervals.
Q: Can I install this on a virtual machine?
A: Yes, APEs run perfectly on VMware or Hyper-V virtual machines. Just ensure you assign dedicated resources (CPU/RAM) matching the SolarWinds system requirements.
Q: Do I need a separate SQL database for this?
A: No. All Additional Polling Engines connect back to your primary SolarWinds SQL database. You do not need to manage multiple databases.
Q: Is APE included in "Enterprise" licensing?
A: Yes! If you purchase SolarWinds Observability Self-Hosted Advanced for Enterprise, entitlements for Additional Polling Engines are typically included.