> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.juneops.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Asset Discovery & Inventory

> Discover, classify, and monitor your device inventory with June

June's asset discovery engine automatically identifies, classifies, and monitors all devices in your organization, providing real-time visibility into your entire device fleet.

## What you'll accomplish

* Understand how June discovers and classifies devices
* Set up automated device health monitoring
* Learn to track asset lifecycle and history
* Configure device details and custom attributes

## How Asset Discovery Works

June discovers devices through multiple channels to ensure comprehensive coverage:

### Discovery Sources

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="MDM Integration" icon="plug" iconType="light">
    Primary source: Devices managed by your MDM systems (Jamf Pro, Intune, Kandji)
  </Card>

  <Card title="CSV Import" icon="file-import">
    Bulk import: Upload existing inventory data from spreadsheets or other systems
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

### Automatic Classification

June automatically classifies discovered devices based on:

* **Device Type**: Desktop, laptop, tablet, mobile, server
* **Operating System**: macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Linux
* **Manufacturer**: Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, etc.
* **Form Factor**: MacBook Pro, iMac, Surface Pro, etc.
* **Ownership**: Corporate, personal, shared

## Understanding Asset Classification

### Device Categories

| Category              | Description                  | Examples                       |
| --------------------- | ---------------------------- | ------------------------------ |
| **Computing Devices** | Primary work devices         | MacBook Pro, Dell Laptop, iMac |
| **Mobile Devices**    | Phones and tablets           | iPhone, iPad, Android phones   |
| **Peripherals**       | Connected accessories        | Keyboards, mice, monitors      |
| **Infrastructure**    | Network and server equipment | Routers, switches, servers     |
| **Other Assets**      | Miscellaneous IT equipment   | Printers, projectors, cameras  |

### Health Status Indicators

June continuously monitors device health with these status levels:

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Healthy" icon="circle-check">
    * Last check-in within expected timeframe
    * No critical security issues
    * OS and applications up to date
    * Adequate storage and performance
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Warning" icon="triangle-exclamation">
    * Minor issues detected (low storage, outdated software)
    * Check-in slightly delayed
    * Non-critical compliance violations
    * Performance degradation noted
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Critical" icon="circle-exclamation">
    * Security vulnerabilities detected
    * Significant check-in delays
    * Critical compliance failures
    * Hardware failures or major issues
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Unknown" icon="circle-question">
    * Device not responding
    * Lost or stolen
    * Pending deployment
    * Insufficient data for assessment
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Device Health Monitoring

### Automated Health Checks

June performs continuous health monitoring across multiple dimensions:

#### System Health

* CPU and memory utilization
* Storage capacity and usage
* Battery health (for mobile devices)
* Hardware component status

#### Security Health

* OS patch level and updates
* Antivirus status and definitions
* Firewall configuration
* Encryption status

#### Compliance Health

* Policy adherence
* Certificate validity
* Configuration compliance
* Access control compliance

### Setting Up Health Monitoring

<Steps>
  <Step title="Configure Health Policies">
    1. Navigate to Device Management > Health Policies
    2. Set thresholds for different health metrics
    3. Define escalation rules for critical issues
    4. Configure notification preferences
  </Step>

  <Step title="Customize Health Checks">
    Adjust monitoring parameters:

    * Check-in frequency expectations
    * Storage warning thresholds
    * Update compliance timeframes
    * Performance benchmarks
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set Up Alerts">
    Configure alerts for:

    * Critical health status changes
    * Devices going offline
    * Compliance violations
    * Performance degradation
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Asset Lifecycle Tracking

### Lifecycle Stages

June tracks devices throughout their entire lifecycle:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Procurement">
    * Purchase order tracking
    * Vendor information
    * Cost and budget allocation
    * Delivery and receiving
  </Step>

  <Step title="Deployment">
    * Initial configuration
    * Employee assignment
    * Setup and installation
    * Quality assurance checks
  </Step>

  <Step title="Active Use">
    * Daily operation monitoring
    * Health and performance tracking
    * Maintenance and support
    * User satisfaction
  </Step>

  <Step title="Maintenance">
    * Repairs and upgrades
    * Warranty management
    * Preventive maintenance
    * Performance optimization
  </Step>

  <Step title="Retirement">
    * End-of-life planning
    * Data wiping and security
    * Asset disposal or recycling
    * Final accounting
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Tracking History and Changes

June maintains comprehensive audit trails:

* **Assignment History**: Track device ownership and location changes
* **Configuration Changes**: Monitor policy and setting modifications
* **Maintenance Records**: Log repairs, upgrades, and service events
* **Performance Trends**: Historical performance and health data
* **Compliance History**: Track compliance status over time

## Viewing Device Details

### Device Overview

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/juneopsinc/C20aq7J5TiiNefBH/images/device_details.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=C20aq7J5TiiNefBH&q=85&s=7ba0b7a548aabdb906426049f8bf2fd8" alt="Device Details" width="3366" height="2176" data-path="images/device_details.png" />

Each device page provides comprehensive information. You can also view the device details in the device list view by clicking on the device.

#### Basic Information

* Device name and type
* Serial number and asset tag
* Current user assignment
* Location and department
* Health status and last check-in

#### Hardware Specifications

* Processor and memory
* Storage capacity and usage
* Network interfaces

#### Software Inventory

* Operating system version
* Installed applications
* Security software status
* Configuration profiles

#### Compliance Status

* Policy adherence
* Security posture
* Disk encryption status
* Firewall status
* Remote access status

#### Refresh Policy

* Last refresh date
* Next refresh date
* Refresh status
* Refresh policy

#### Device Deprecation

* Current asset value
* Deprecation date
* Deprecation reason
* Deprecation status

## Bulk Operations

### Import Existing Inventory

<Steps>
  <Step title="Prepare CSV File">
    Create a CSV file with required columns:

    * Device name or serial number
    * Device type and manufacturer
    * Current user assignment
    * Location and department
  </Step>

  <Step title="Map Data Fields">
    Map CSV columns to June device attributes
  </Step>

  <Step title="Validate and Import">
    Review data for accuracy before completing the import
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Bulk Device Updates

Update multiple devices simultaneously:

* Change device assignments
* Update location information
* Apply tags and categories
* Modify custom attributes

## Best Practices

### Discovery Optimization

<Card title="Discovery Best Practices" icon="lightbulb">
  * **Regular Sync**: Ensure MDM integrations sync frequently
  * **Network Coverage**: Configure network discovery for comprehensive coverage
  * **Data Quality**: Regularly review and clean up device data
  * **Standardization**: Use consistent naming conventions and categorization
</Card>

### Health Monitoring

* Set realistic health thresholds based on your environment
* Configure appropriate alert frequencies to avoid notification fatigue
* Regularly review and adjust health policies
* Use trending data to identify patterns and proactive maintenance needs

### Lifecycle Management

* Define clear lifecycle stages for your organization
* Automate lifecycle transitions where possible
* Maintain accurate cost and warranty information
* Plan refresh cycles based on device health and performance data

## Troubleshooting Discovery Issues

### Common Problems

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Devices Not Appearing">
    * Check MDM integration sync status
    * Verify network connectivity and permissions
    * Review discovery filters and exclusions
    * Confirm device enrollment status in source systems
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Duplicate Devices">
    * Verify unique identifier configuration
    * Check for devices appearing in multiple discovery sources
    * Review merge rules and duplicate detection settings
    * Manually merge or remove duplicates as needed
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Health Status Issues">
    * Review health policy configuration
    * Check data freshness and sync timing
    * Verify device connectivity and management status
    * Adjust health thresholds if too sensitive
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Next Steps

Once you have a comprehensive device inventory:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Smart Search" href="/smart-search/using-smart-search">
    Learn to find devices quickly using natural language queries
  </Card>

  <Card title="Remote Actions" href="/device-management/remote-device-actions">
    Perform remote management tasks on your discovered devices
  </Card>

  <Card title="Custom Views" href="/smart-search/creating-custom-views">
    Create saved views for different device categories and use cases
  </Card>

  <Card title="Reporting" href="/reporting/standard-reports">
    Generate inventory reports and analytics from your device data
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Note>
  Device discovery runs continuously in the background. New devices are typically discovered within 15-30 minutes of being connected to your network or enrolled in MDM systems.
</Note>