To manage a network, a management server is usually required.

Configuration is performed by a centralized management server like in SDH networks, though in the future a control plane may be added.

They will also be able to utilize different key management servers and so avoid vendor lock in.

It registers with the central management server and requests for its policies which it should implement.

The central management server provides the host with its security policies.

The security policies transmitted from the central management server have to be implemented by the host.

The MPS then mediates communication between the laptop and the company's management servers.

For the management server and metadata there are a number of options.

Factotum is an authentication and key management server for Plan 9.

Hinemos Manager installed in management server will manage monitored servers, and keeps information in database.